How are Proposals Reviewed Proposals are reviewed in a variety of different ways: most federal  agencies use the process experts from backgrounds review” “peer – similar to the applicants evaluate proposals based on a set criteria Proposals may also be reviewed by the sponsor’s own personnel, and  judgment may be made based on personal interviews or knowledge of the Certain foundation and corporate grants may be applicant’s strengths. reviewed in this manner At times the review process may not be used at all. issued Procurements  to a specific entity may be used based on prior work done by the applicant or by the need for a quick turn-around. Usually the sponsor is required to have back-up for their decision to use this type of source” awarding. “sole Some sponsors issue a cooperative agreement to create a long-term relationship with an organization to facilitate procurement for specific tasks
How are Proposals Reviewed  Proposals are reviewed in a variety of different ways: most federal agencies use the “peer review” process – experts from backgrounds similar to the applicants evaluate proposals based on a set criteria  Proposals may also be reviewed by the sponsor’s own personnel, and judgment may be made based on personal interviews or knowledge of the applicant’s strengths. Certain foundation and corporate grants may be reviewed in this manner  At times the review process may not be used at all. Procurements issued to a specific entity may be used based on prior work done by the applicant or by the need for a quick turn-around. Usually the sponsor is required to have back-up for their decision to use this type of “sole source” awarding. Some sponsors issue a cooperative agreement to create a long-term relationship with an organization to facilitate procurement for specific tasks
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