Project Proposal Template
How to use: Copy this document, replace all
[PLACEHOLDER]values with actual content, setstatus: draft, and submit for review.
Executive Summary
[2–3 sentences summarising the client challenge, the proposed solution, and the expected business impact.]
Client & Context
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Client | [Company Name] |
| Industry | [Industry] |
| Contact | [Sponsor Name, Title] |
| Date | [YYYY-MM-DD] |
| Proposal Ref | [MS-HR-YYYY-NNN] |
Problem Statement
[Describe the business problem or opportunity in the client's own language. Include relevant data points if available.]
Proposed Approach
[Summarise the engagement approach, referencing the relevant phases from the MS-HR Consulting Approach framework.]
Scope
In scope:
- [Deliverable 1]
- [Deliverable 2]
Out of scope:
- [Exclusion 1]
Timeline
| Phase | Duration | Start | End |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diagnose | 2 weeks | [Date] | [Date] |
| Design | 3 weeks | [Date] | [Date] |
| Develop | 4 weeks | [Date] | [Date] |
| Deploy | 4 weeks | [Date] | [Date] |
| Sustain | Ongoing | [Date] | — |
Investment
| Item | Days | Day Rate | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Consultant | [X] | €X,XXX | €XX,XXX |
| Consultant | [X] | €X,XXX | €XX,XXX |
| Total | €XX,XXX |
Excluding VAT. Travel and expenses billed at cost.
Success Criteria
- [Measurable outcome 1]
- [Measurable outcome 2]
- [Measurable outcome 3]
Terms
- Payment: 30% on signature, 40% at midpoint, 30% on completion
- Validity: This proposal is valid for 30 days from the date above
- Governing law: [Country]