How much does proposal writing cost?

Every solicitation is different, so we quote a flat price per proposal after reviewing what's involved. Send us the opportunity (or ask us to help find one) and we'll come back with a clear, no-obligation quote before any work starts.

Can you guarantee I'll win the contract?

No — and you should be cautious of anyone who does. Award decisions are made solely by the government based on many factors. What we control is a compliant, well-organized, persuasive submission that gives you a fair shot.

What if I don't have a specific solicitation yet?

That's fine. We can help you find live opportunities that match your business first, then write the response. You can also start with our contract search or a Contract Match Pack.

Do I need an active SAM.gov registration first?

To be awarded a federal contract, yes — your SAM.gov registration must be active. If you're not registered or your registration lapsed, we can help you get that squared away before the bid is due.

Do you write capability statements too?

Yes. A capability statement is often the first document an agency asks for. Many clients pair proposal writing with a professional capability statement so they're ready for both outreach and formal bids.

Federal, State & Local Bids

Government Proposal Writing Services

Federal, state and local proposals depend on compliance and clarity. We help you read the solicitation, organize what the buyer actually asked for, and write a clean, compliant response — so a confusing government bid becomes a document you can submit with confidence.

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What It Is

A compliant answer to the government's questions

A federal proposal is your formal response to a solicitation — an RFP, RFQ, or sources-sought notice. It has to follow the government's exact structure, address their evaluation criteria, and include every required form and section.

Getting the substance right matters, but so does compliance: a strong offer in the wrong format can be rejected before anyone reads it. We keep both in check so your response earns a fair evaluation.

Who This Is For

Businesses with a specific solicitation and a looming deadline
Contractors who've never written a federal proposal before
Teams that have a draft but need it reviewed for compliance
Companies that keep starting bids but never finish them
Small businesses that want to bid but don't know where to begin

How It Works

From solicitation to submitted

Send us the opportunity

Share the solicitation you're targeting — or tell us your business and we'll help find one that fits.

Get a flat quote

We review the requirements and come back with a clear, one-time price. No subscriptions, no surprises.

We draft and organize

We build a compliant outline and write the sections the solicitation requires, keeping everything aligned to the evaluation criteria.

Review and submit

You review the draft, we refine it, and you submit a clean, on-time response you can stand behind.

Watch Out

Common proposal mistakes

Ignoring the exact format and section order the solicitation requires — non-compliant bids get thrown out before they're even read.
Missing the submission deadline or a required form.
Writing about your company instead of answering the evaluation criteria.
Submitting a wall of text with no clear structure for evaluators to score.
Bidding without an active SAM.gov registration in place.

How We Help

A writing partner who knows the format

Compliance first

We map your response to the solicitation's exact structure and evaluation criteria so it survives the first screen.

Clear, honest writing

We turn your capabilities into a persuasive, readable response — without overpromising or misrepresenting your business.

Flat-fee, on time

One quoted price per proposal and a plan built around the deadline. No subscription, no scope creep.

Get Started

Get a flat quote on your proposal

Tell us about the opportunity. We'll review it and reply with a clear price and next steps — no obligation.

Related services & guides

Capability Statement WritingThe one-pager agencies ask for first.Find Government ContractsSearch live opportunities that fit you.How to Bid on Government ContractsA step-by-step bidding guide.Government Contracts for Small BusinessesWhere to start as a small business.How to Win Government ContractsWhat actually moves the needle.

What to share before we start

A government bid starts with the buyer's requirements, not a generic business profile. Share the solicitation so we can review the work, submission rules and deadline before quoting proposal preparation.

The RFP, RFQ or invitation to bid, plus amendments and the submission deadline.
Your relevant project experience, references and proposed team or subcontractors.
Any existing draft, pricing instructions and questions that need clarification.

Helpful next steps

Talk to a real person

Not sure where to start? Talk through your situation with a real person.

(877) 552-7799

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

We help you respond to a government solicitation: reading the requirements, building a compliant outline, drafting the technical and management sections, and organizing everything the contracting officer asked for. The goal is a clean, on-time, compliant response that reflects your business honestly.

GovProposals is a private company and is not affiliated with SAM.gov or the U.S. Government. SAM.gov registration is available directly through the government at no cost; our fees are for optional assistance and support. GovProposals does not guarantee contract awards.