The “Model Request for Proposal” document outlines many virtues of a well-planned out proposal request for geoprofessional activities for a project. The document discusses exploration approaches, the need for clarity in the planned construction and site configuration, and offers discussion points for owners and their design team for consideration. Cost is contrasted with the complexity of the project, anticipated site conditions, timing of geoprofessional work, specifically exploration, and the required deliverable requirements. The request for proposal commentary can be disseminated to owners, architects, structural and civil engineers in an effort to build a consistent RFP for distribution. Further, the document can be used amongst geotechnical engineers and geologists in a firm as a training basis on the baseline requirements for a solid proposal.

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