Proposal Strategy for Government Contracting

MGMT X 442.12

Learn about the contractor's process for preparing a cost proposal from the initial planning stages through negotiations.

READ MORE ABOUT THIS COURSE

What you can learn.

  • Gain an in-depth knowledge of steps in the preparation of the contractor's cost proposal and information
  • Describe and apply methods and techniques used by the contractor for successfully preparing a responsive cost proposal
  • Define details of the documentation required to support the cost proposal as required by government regulations
  • Recognize the role played by each company organization in preparing cost proposals

About this course:

Through lectures, case studies, and classroom exercises, this course describes the contractor's process for preparing a cost proposal from the initial planning stages through negotiations. Instruction emphasizes analyzing customer requirements as identified in the request for proposal; developing estimating prerequisites, including proposal ground rules and assumptions; work breakdown structure and dictionary; bills of material; proposal and program schedules; pricing instructions; developing a responsive cost proposal; and government analysis of the cost proposal and data used in this analysis.

Contact Us

Our team members are here to help. Hours: Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm

This course applies towards the following certificates & specializations…

Ready to start
your future?
By signing up, you agree to UCLA Extension’s Privacy Policy.

vector icon of building

Corporate Education

Learn how we can help your organization meet its professional development goals and corporate training needs.

Learn More

vector icon of building

Donate to UCLA Extension

Support our many efforts to reach communities in need.

Innovation Programs

Student Scholarships

Coding Boot Camp

Lifelong Learning