The RFP Process Map

Asking for some research help here! Do you know how many steps are in your Request for Proposal writing process, how many dept's/people it affects and the timelines? Are you aware of any redundant steps?

I have a client who (for purchases over $10,000) had 27 steps impacting 6 areas (taking 14 weeks from needs identification to contract signing), and a former employer with 48 steps affecting 5 areas for purchases exceeding $50,000 (although in their defense, extra steps involved client contract & billings for the service).

Please help my curiousity and either comment, email, or tweet your number steps/dollar threshold/areas impacted (if known!)