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Why the Best Companies Often Submit Their Worst Proposals (And How to Fix It)
Proposal Writing

Why the Best Companies Often Submit Their Worst Proposals (And How to Fix It)

Most companies that lose bids aren't losing on price — they're losing on clarity, compliance, and structure. Here's what separates winning proposals from the rest.

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Sarah Mitchell·8 min read·Mar 14, 2026

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How to Read an RFP in Under 30 Minutes and Know If You Should Bid
RFP Strategy

How to Read an RFP in Under 30 Minutes and Know If You Should Bid

Not every RFP is worth pursuing. Learn the 5-point rapid assessment framework that experienced BD teams use to make go/no-go decisions faster.

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James Thornton·6 min read
The Future of AI in Government Contracting: What's Real and What's Hype
AI & Automation

The Future of AI in Government Contracting: What's Real and What's Hype

AI tools are transforming how proposals are written, reviewed, and evaluated. We break down what's actually working in 2026 and what's still vaporware.

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Dr. Rachel Kim·10 min read
Section L vs Section M: Understanding the Difference Before You Write a Word
Compliance

Section L vs Section M: Understanding the Difference Before You Write a Word

Confusing evaluation criteria with submission instructions is one of the most common — and costly — mistakes proposal teams make. Here's how to avoid it.

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Marcus DeLeon·5 min read
How a 12-Person GovCon Firm Won a $4.2M IDIQ Using GovContractPro
Case Studies

How a 12-Person GovCon Firm Won a $4.2M IDIQ Using GovContractPro

Vertex Solutions had 11 days to respond to a complex IDIQ solicitation. Here's how they used AI drafting and compliance automation to submit a winning proposal.

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GovContractPro Team·7 min read
Executive Summary Best Practices: The Section Evaluators Read First
Proposal Writing

Executive Summary Best Practices: The Section Evaluators Read First

Your executive summary sets the tone for the entire proposal. Most teams write it last and treat it as a summary — winning teams write it as a standalone pitch.

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Sarah Mitchell·9 min read

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