• Application Services Library (ASL)
  
• Capability Maturity Model (CMI/CMMI) Standards
  
• Earned Value Management
  
• HDI and Integreo
  
• Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL ®)
  
• ISO 9001:2000 Certification / Internal Auditor
  
• Lean Six Sigma Management Framework (Total
  Quality Management [TQM])
  
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
  
• Microsoft Operations Frameworks (MOF)
  
• Performance Based Contracting (PBC)
  
• Shipley Proposal Development Methodology
  

Grant and Proposal Solutions

DonnaInk Virtual Worker (VW) Grant and Proposal Solution Processes

Grant and proposal compliance requirements are never the same - each grant application or request for proposal,
request for information, request for quote (RFP/I/Q) solicitation response is inherently different; however, a solid
knowledge engineering (KE) reservoir, coupled with intuitive insight, aids proficiency levels when responding to
solicitations or obtaining revenue stream funding from philanthropic agencies, departments or organizations.

Contingent on specificities involved, DonnaInk Specialists may develop grant application and RFP/I/Q analysis. Our
experts can participate in bid evaluations, assist in contract award phase-in and provide post-award administrative
and documentation management service support.

Our assistance to individual, small, mid-sized and large sized clients offers as much, or as little, involvement as we
are requested to provide; our service support offering proffers the following suite of potential services:

1. Grant or RFP Analysis and Preparation

• Competitive Analysis - If Not Previously Completed
  
• Design and Development of Compliance Matrix with Haves and Have Nots, Authorities and Policies or
  References
  
• Development of Procurement Strategy, Win Themes and Analysis
  
• Design and Development of Templates
  
• Design and Development of Proposal Management Plan (PMP)
  
• Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats (SWOT)
  
• Organization of Kick-off, Teaming and Bidding Conferences
  
• Organizing Grant / RFP Bidders’ Conferences
  

3. Grant or RFP Strategy and Editorial Reviews

• Organizational Milestones and Review Points
  
• Virtual Blue, Black Hat, Pink, Red and Gold Reviews
  
• Lessons learned (L2) reviews and processes
  
• Gadflies and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs)
  
• Risk Analysis and Mitigation Plans
  

4. Grant or RFP Cost Modeling and Bid Evals

• Bid Evaluation BOOT CAMP
  
• Bid Evaluation Pre-Screen Services
  
• Develop Bid Evaluation Guides
  
• Assist in Bid Evaluation process
  
• Act as Fairness Monitor
  
• Produce final report of Bid Evaluation outcomes
  

5. Contract Award

• Assist in awarding the Contract/Standing Offer
  
• Assist in term negotiation with contractors
  
• Assist in debriefing unsuccessful bidders
  

6. Post-Contract Award

• Administering Contracts/Standing Offers
  
• Developing Contract Administration guidebooks for managers
  
• Contract Management advisory services and/or training
  
• Evaluations of contractor performance and/or deliverables
  
• Providing third-party Dispute Resolution services
  

If there are items we have not covered that you require assistance with - don't leave with a question in mind - fill in the
form that follows and gain more insight - you'll find we have answers you need. Contact DonnaInk for a free
consultation. And, look for website updates for some basic templates for your use.

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Frameworks and Methodologies

You've made this process 100% easier, you are the most creative and talented technical communicator I've known." Mike, Program Manager BMMP, DFAS "Donna, your talent has really impressed me, you ‘get it’ when so many others just have no clue.” Professor Emeritus (twice removed), Emmanuel (Em) Orlick "Donna, you've made this manuscript into an excellent final copy, your dedication and speedy turnaround has helped me immensely." Professor Scott Bernard Syracuse University "The Excel OLP process Donna designed will expedite large volume proposals by 100%, with the automated embed into documentation she's brought us to a new level of achievement." Bill Hoeflinger, Program Manager ARTEL Inc. You are the best writer we've had and we've had many." Kevin Hawkins, President Enspier Technologies You are the best writer I know." Stan, Senior Technical Writer BMMP - DFAS “Great to be part of Donna's trusted network! Always a pleasure to be professionally associated with a consummate professional of great caliber! Highly recommend to all others. Thank you.”   May 15, 2009 Steven Burda, MBA , Founder & President , Burda Consulting Co.

Grant / Proposal Overview

2.  Grant or RFP Copywriting and Development

• Business Plans, Executive Summaries, and Plans
  
• Past Performance Analysis
  
• Human Capital Resourcing and Resume Writing
  
• Statements-of-Work (SOW) and/or Specifications
  
• Bid Evaluation Criteria Analysis and
  Representation
  
• Development of other Grant / RFP components
  
• Grant / RFP translation, distribution on SharePoint
  

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