Proposal writing & design
Your proposal is often the only thing standing between you and the work.
How it reads and how it looks can be the difference between getting the call and not getting it.
How Saltwhistle can help
What a better proposal does for you
Establish Credibility
Builds immediate credibility before the reader has finished the first page
Pricing in Context
Positions your pricing in context, so it justifies itself rather than standing alone
Demonstrate Your Value
Communicates your value clearly instead of leaving the reader to work it out
Competitive Edge
Differentiates you from competitors who are sending the same generic format
Easy to Read
Reduces the risk of your proposal being set aside in favour of one that is easier to read
Attention to Detail
Shows the level of care and attention you will bring to the work itself, if you are chosen
how it works
1.
Choose your package
(Copy, design, or both)
2.
Complete the form
(Attach draft & assets)
3.
We review
(Reply within 1 day)
4.
Draft delivered
(Within 5 days)
5.
You give feedback
(One revision included)
6.
Final delivery
(Ready to send)
- - Choose your package
Pick the option that fits
Copy Only
£ 299
- Full copy review and rewrite where needed
- Executive summary or introduction rewritten to engage from page one
- Consistent tone of voice throughout, matched to your audience
- Restructuring of content where needed
- Up to ten pages
- Returned as a clean Word document ready for you to format or send
Design Only
£ 299
- Professional layout using your brand assets
- Cover page, section headers, and consistent formatting throughout
- Light copy-editing included so we will fix grammar, punctuation, and inconsistencies as we go
- Up to ten pages
- PDF output ready to send
Copy and Design
£ 449
- Everything in the Copy Only and Design Only options
- Up to ten pages
- PDF output ready to send
- Common questions
Things people usually ask
If there’s anything else on your mind, just get in touch.
How long does it take?
5 working days from when we have your draft and any brand assets we need. No vague timelines. You know exactly when to expect it back.
Do you write proposals from scratch?
No, we improve what you’ve already got, whether that’s a draft, a template, or your last proposal.
Can you design the proposal to match our existing template?
Yes. If you’ve already got a template or brand style, we’ll design within it rather than starting from a blank layout. If you don’t have one yet, choose the Design or Copy & Design package and we’ll create something clean and professional instead.
What happens if my proposal is longer than 10 pages?
Our fixed price covers proposals up to ten pages. If yours runs longer, just let us know before you order and we’ll give you a fair quote for the extra length, no surprise charges after the fact.
Can you turn it around faster than 5 working days?
Our standard turnaround is 5 working days. If you’re up against a tighter deadline, message us before ordering and we’ll let you know if a rush option works for your timeline.
Do you work with businesses outside the UK?
Yes. We work with professional services and B2B businesses internationally, not just in the UK. Everything’s handled remotely by email and video call.
Not sure which package is right for you?
Drop us a message and we can talk through what makes sense for your business.