Compliance-Based Desktop Publishing
Beyond Microsoft Word
BID DESIGNS provides solicitation compliance for all RFP-defined production specifications including fonts, paragraphs, spacing, page numbering, margins, headers, footers, and any other document-specified requirement(s). In addition, we provide desktop publishing for style application using all MS Word expert features including style settings, table styles, captions, heading styles, and automated table of contents. We highlight missing items from client documents for correction/completion. We also provide editorial support for spelling; grammar; hyphenation; spelling variations; common typos; phrases to avoid; contractions; acronyms (abbreviations) used in two forms, defined two ways, used before definition, used without definition, used only once, and not used; capitalization consistency; bullet lists consistency; conventions; and client-requested use of terms (e.g., company/team name).
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RFP Formatting Specifications, Styles, and Edits
RFP Specifications
Validation of all RFP specs in proposal documents.
Styles
Application of all RFP-driven and client-driven styles to maintain consistency and professionalism.
Automation
Full automation (headings, font, captions, table of contents) for efficiency and uniformity.
Editing
Edits for style and grammar to ensure a polished final product.
Page Limits
Work to page count when needed (and possible) to meet requirements.
Page Numbering
Page numbering conformance to ensure compliance.
Combining Files
Merging of supplemental files, attachments required for seamless integration.
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Final Production & Quality Assurance
Submittal Checklist
Final submittal checklist for thorough final reviews.
Hard Copies
Hard copy final production (including all binders, covers, spines, tabs, printing, quality checks) for professional presentation.
Findings Report
Findings summary and alerts report with delivery letter for comprehensive reporting.
Quality Assurance
Six points of internal quality checks prior to client delivery to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Learn About Additional Services
Comprehensive Proposal Support
We provide the most comprehensive desktop publishing services available for proposal support.
Our team also has expertise and years of experience supporting hard-copy proposal submissions.
What’s the Next Step?
Schedule your consultation today and discover how we can enhance your proposal process to increase your win-ability.