# proposal-writer

Generates structured business proposals, quick service quotes, and partnership pitches. Useful for client negotiations and RFP responses.

- skill · `type=skill` · Claude Code, Codex, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Gemini CLI, OpenCode · 5900 installs · ★ 540
- Author: Claude Office Skills Contributors
- License: MIT · policy=mirror · the beginning of the file is at the end of this page
- Source: https://github.com/claude-office-skills/skills/tree/HEAD/proposal-writer/SKILL.md
- Updated: 2026-01-31
- HTML: https://affpapa.org/en/nevibecode/skills/proposal-writer

## What it does

This skill organizes sales documents into structured markdown templates. It provides specific layouts for full service proposals, simple quotes, and partnership agreements. Each format includes sections for client requirements, scoped deliverables, tiered pricing options, and payment milestones.

For document export, the metadata connects to the `office-mcp` server using `create_docx`, `fill_docx_template`, and `create_pptx` tools. Supported languages explicitly listed in metadata are English and Chinese. Tested models include `claude-sonnet-4`, `claude-opus-4`, `gpt-4`, and `gpt-4o`.

Without an active `office-mcp` server in your environment, the agent outputs plain markdown instead of compiled Office files.

## Install

### Claude Code (native platform)

1. **Skills CLI (Vercel)**
```bash
npx skills add claude-office-skills/skills --skill proposal-writer -a claude-code
```

2. **Manually: put the files in place**
- File: `~/.claude/skills/proposal-writer/SKILL.md` — Copy the whole skill folder; for one project use .claude/skills/proposal-writer/

### Codex

1. **Skills CLI (Vercel)**
```bash
npx skills add claude-office-skills/skills --skill proposal-writer -a codex
```

2. **Manually: put the files in place**
- File: `.agents/skills/proposal-writer/SKILL.md` — For all projects use ~/.agents/skills/

### Cursor

1. **Skills CLI (Vercel)**
```bash
npx skills add claude-office-skills/skills --skill proposal-writer -a cursor
```

2. **Manually: put the files in place**
- File: `.cursor/skills/proposal-writer/SKILL.md` — Cursor also reads .agents/skills/ and .claude/skills/

### GitHub Copilot

1. **GitHub CLI**
```bash
gh skill install claude-office-skills/skills proposal-writer
```

2. **Manually: put the files in place**
- File: `.github/skills/proposal-writer/SKILL.md`

### Gemini CLI

1. **Skills CLI (Vercel)**
```bash
npx skills add claude-office-skills/skills --skill proposal-writer -a gemini-cli
```

2. **Platform CLI**
```bash
gemini skills install https://github.com/claude-office-skills/skills --path proposal-writer
```

### Windsurf (Devin Desktop)

**Manually: put the files in place**
- File: `.devin/skills/proposal-writer/SKILL.md` — The legacy .windsurf/skills/ path still works

### OpenCode

**Skills CLI (Vercel)**
```bash
npx skills add claude-office-skills/skills --skill proposal-writer -a opencode
```

### Claude.ai

**Claude.ai**
- Zip the folder and upload it in Settings → Capabilities → Skills

Where a file is given instead of a command, copy the files from the source to that path: https://github.com/claude-office-skills/skills/tree/HEAD/proposal-writer/SKILL.md

## When to use it
- draft full service proposals with tiered pricing options
- generate quick project quotes with delivery timelines
- structure partnership agreements with shared responsibilities
- prepare structured responses for client RFPs

## Example prompts
- Create a proposal for website redesign services with two pricing options
- Draft a quick quote for IT maintenance valid for 30 days
- Write a partnership proposal for joint marketing

## Source text · SKILL.md · MIT

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# CLAUDE OFFICE SKILL - Enhanced Metadata v2.0
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# Basic Information
name: proposal-writer
description: "Create compelling business proposals that win deals and partnerships"
version: "1.0.0"
author: Claude Office Skills Contributors
license: MIT

# Categorization
category: sales
tags:
  - proposal
  - business
  - sales
  - writing
department: Sales

# AI Model Compatibility
models:
  recommended:
    - claude-sonnet-4
    - claude-opus-4
  compatible:
    - claude-3-5-sonnet
    - gpt-4
    - gpt-4o

# MCP Tools Integration
mcp:
  server: office-mcp
  tools:
    - create_docx
    - fill_docx_template
    - create_pptx

# Skill Capabilities
capabilities:
  - proposal_writing
  - persuasive_content
  - business_case

# Language Support
languages:
  - en
  - zh
---

# Proposal Writer

## Overview

This skill helps you create professional, persuasive business proposals that clearly communicate value and win deals. From simple quotes to comprehensive RFP responses.

**Use Cases:**
- Sales proposals and quotes
- Project proposals
- Partnership proposals
- RFP/RFI responses
- Grant applications
- Service agreements

## How to Use

1. Tell me about the opportunity (client, project, requirements)
2. Share your solution and pricing
3. Specify the proposal type and length needed
4. I'll create a structured, compelling proposal

**Example prompts:**
- "Create a proposal for website redesign services"
- "Write a partnership proposal for joint marketing"
- "Draft an RFP response for IT services"
- "Generate a project proposal for the new feature"

## Proposal Templates

### Sales/Service Proposal

```markdown
# [Project Name] Proposal

**Prepared for:** [Client Company]
**Prepared by:** [Your Company]
**Date:** [Date]
**Valid until:** [Date]

---

## Executive Summary

[2-3 paragraph overview of the opportunity, your solution, and key benefits. This should be compelling enough to stand alone.]

**Key Highlights:**
- [Benefit 1]
- [Benefit 2]
- [Benefit 3]

---

## Understanding Your Needs

### Current Situation
[Demonstrate understanding of client's current state and challenges]

### Goals & Objectives
[What the client wants to achieve]

### Key Requirements
- [Requirement 1]
- [Requirement 2]
- [Requirement 3]

---

## Proposed Solution

### Overview
[High-level description of your approach]

### Deliverables
| Deliverable | Description | Timeline |
|-------------|-------------|----------|
| [Deliverable 1] | [Description] | [When] |
| [Deliverable 2] | [Description] | [When] |

### Approach & Methodology
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