Many RFPs are rather poorly written and require multiple reads to digest all of the important information. Sometimes, no matter how many times you read it, a part of the instructions may still not make sense. Chances are, if you’re confused, so is somebody else. Check the procurement’s FAQs online. If you don’t see an answer to your question, submit one. Keep checking those FAQs as this is the only way funders can legally distribute new information to all potential applicants once the RFP has been issued.
Monthly Archives: April 2013
Do I really need a data collection protocol?
Yes! A data collection protocol describes the procedures for collecting and recording data. It management and administrative details (e.g. who does what and when). It outlines systematic procedures to ensure that high-quality data is collected by all data collectors. A typical data collection protocol addresses these issues:
- Purpose of the survey / field observation
- How the sample (e.g. subjects, observation sites) will be selected
- Data collection schedule
- What to bring (e.g. clipboards, incentives, pens, consent forms)
- Potential challenges and solutions
- Impartiality, privacy and safety
- When and how to submit data once its collected