Project Proposal Template (Excel XLS)

BENEFITS OF DOCUMENT

1. Project Business Objectives
2. Strategic Justification
3. Financial Estimate

DESCRIPTION

This product (Project Proposal Template) is an Excel template (XLS), which you can download immediately upon purchase.

Provide basic information about the project including:

•  Project Title – The proper name used to identify this project
•  Project Working Title – The working name or acronym that will be used for the project;
•  Proponent Secretary – The Secretary to whom the proponent agency is assigned or the Secretary that is sponsoring an enterprise project
•  Proponent Agency – The agency that will be responsible for the management of the project
•  Prepared by – The person(s) preparing this document
•  Date Prepared – The date this document is initially prepared

This template also includes a comprehensive section for identifying and addressing critical issues. This ensures that all potential roadblocks are anticipated and mitigated early in the project lifecycle. The structured format allows for clear documentation of each issue, providing a solid foundation for risk management and contingency planning.

The strategic justification section is designed to align the project with overarching business strategies. By explicitly linking project objectives to enterprise goals, this template helps secure stakeholder buy-in and demonstrates the project's value proposition. This alignment is crucial for prioritizing resources and ensuring the project supports long-term business success.

Detailed financial estimates and project development schedules are integral components of this template. These sections facilitate precise budgeting and timeline management, enabling project managers to set realistic expectations and track progress against key milestones. This level of detail is essential for maintaining control over project scope, cost, and schedule, ultimately driving project success.

Source: Best Practices in Proposal Writing & Development, Proposal Template Excel: Project Proposal Template Excel (XLS) Spreadsheet, Watermark