Hardcopy proposal submissions

There are two very important guidelines to check when mailing your proposal: due dates and number of copies if the submission is to be hard-copy rather than electronic.

1. Due Dates and Delivery
   • "Target Date" means the proposal should be received by the sponsor with one to two weeks of the stated target date.
   • "Post Date" means the deadline is the day the proposal package is sent to the sponsor. That is, the postmark date on the package must be the deadline date or earlier.
   • Receipt Date means the deadline is the day proposal package is received by the sponsor.
   • For security reasons some sponsors do not allow hand delivery, call and check if you are planning to hand deliver a proposal.
2. Number of Copies
   •   Do send the exact number of copies requested in addition to the original - no more and no less. Always be sure to send the original.
   •   Do include a cover letter unless directed otherwise. If you are submitting to a foundation, corporation or non-profit organization, ORS  will provide an endorsement cover letter. The PI  may add a second, more specific cover letter if desired.