BUS605: Strategic Project Management

The development of the request for proposals (RFP) starts with establishing a selection panel; the ideal number is between three and six people, depending on the size of the project. Usually, the panel members are prospective members of the customer's RPDM team, because they are likely to be more interested in the project and to get to know the people they are likely to be working with. To ensure objectiveness, typically, the customer appoints an external advisor as a member of the panel.

In addition, the panel must confirm the previously outlined selection and evaluation process and the criteria to be announced in the RFP. Naturally, the criteria must be aligned with the project objectives in order to get suitable proposals.