Dates: April 1, 3, and 3, 2026
Course Duration: 7:30am PDT – 12:00pm PDT
It’s no longer just a low-bid world. Project owners are seeking construction-related expertise from project architects through pre-qualification or the request for proposal process.
A team of trainers will review each stage of the RFP process from the perspectives of a project owner, consultant and contractor and you’ll gain key insights about what to consider for successful progression. Packed with tips and suggestions on how to make sure each partner is successful in their proposal pursuit, you’ll walk away with actionable knowledge you can put to work on the job immediately.
Topics:
- Preparing a successful Request for Qualification (RFQ)
- Project Owner’s mindset in soliciting a Request for Proposal (RFP) competition
- Best practices when successfully responding to an RFP
- Developing a winning RFP strategy
- Prepare for and excelling in the interview
- Using a hands-on, practical approach, this course will also give you an opportunity to apply what you learn by guiding you through an interactive exercise of presenting your proposal to the ‘client.’ This activity will give you the opportunity to receive guidance and feedback from our training team that will help you to hone your skills in responding to proposals.
“The instructors were excellent and very experienced in the field. The course was well-paced, with relevant content and a hands-on exercise was one of the best team collaborations I’ve had in an online course.”
“Various range of information presented in a workshop setting, focusing on preparing proposals. Emphasis on teamwork to comprehend the course's purpose, with constant guidance from coaches present, even within the rooms. External experts are invited to evaluate our work, creating a genuine atmosphere conducive to interviews.” - Architect participant (February 2024)
List price: $874.00
RAIC Member Price: $674.00
RAIC Members receive a $200 discount on each course.