Are you a nonprofit, business, or municipality trying to secure grant funding? If so, you already know how overwhelming the process can be—finding the right opportunities, making sense of complex requirements, writing a compelling proposal… and then facing rejection, only to start the cycle all over again.
It’s a lot. We get it.
GovTribe is a government intelligence platform that helps users navigate this process by organizing and analyzing federal grant opportunity data. One of our features, AI Insights, is designed to support grant seekers by helping them identify relevant opportunities, quickly understand requirements, and make more informed decisions about where to focus their efforts.
To help you hit the ground running, here are 10 smart prompts to simplify your grant-seeking journey. (Hint: Simply log in or start a free trial to try them
10 AI Prompts for Grant Seekers
Opportunity Identification
Prompt #1: “Find open federal contract opportunities for [specific service or product].”
This prompt makes it easy to quickly find contract opportunities that match what you offer. Instead of searching endlessly, it narrows things down so you can focus on what fits your business best. (Side note: With GovTribe, you can also set up saved search alerts and receive personalized recommendations, letting us bring opportunities directly to you.)
Prompt #2: "List federal grant opportunities for [specific research or project area]."
If you're seeking funding for research or a project, this prompt pulls up grants that align with your goals. No more digging through endless listings — just a curated list of funding options that match what you're looking for.
Prompt #3: "Find subcontracting opportunities with prime contractors in [specific industry]."
Looking to partner with a prime contractor or gain some subcontracting experience? This prompt helps you find the right subcontracting opportunities in your industry, cutting out the hassle and letting you focus on growing your business.
Prompt #4: "Find contract opportunities in my field related to year-end spending.”
At the end of the fiscal year, agencies often have budgets they need to spend quickly. This prompt helps you identify those time-sensitive contracts in your field, so you can act fast and take advantage of these high-priority opportunities. (Check out our recent blog for more tips on utilizing year-end government spending.)
Competitor and Market Analysis
Prompt #5: "Find vendors similar to [specific company]."
Want to know what your competition is up to? This prompt helps you find vendors similar to a company you're watching. It gives you insights into their capabilities, contract history, and performance so you can adjust your strategy accordingly.
Prompt #6: "Identify the predecessor contract for this opportunity."
Knowing the history of a contract can be a game-changer. This prompt pulls up the predecessor contract, giving you details like who held it before, what the scope of work was, and what the agency prefers, helping you fine-tune your approach.
Prompt #7: "Find active contracts with similar scopes of work.”
To stay competitive, it's key to know what similar contracts are out there. This prompt finds ongoing contracts with similar scopes of work, giving you a better understanding of market trends and helping you position your business strategically.
Strategic Planning and Relationship Building
Prompt #8: "Identify key decision-makers for contracts in [specific agency]."
Knowing who the decision-makers are is crucial. This prompt helps you find the key people responsible for awarding contracts in a specific agency. With these insights, you can target your outreach, build the right relationships, and tailor your proposals to what they care about.
Prompt #9: "Analyze this contract opportunity and suggest potential teaming partners.”
Teaming up with the right partners can give you an edge, especially on larger contracts. This prompt analyzes a contract and suggests potential teaming partners based on complementary skills and past performance, making it easier to build a strong team.
Policy and Risk Analysis
Prompt #10: "Analyze the impact of recent policy changes on [specific industry or service]."
Regulations can change the game for your business. This prompt quickly analyzes how new policies affect your industry, helping you stay ahead of the curve and adjust your strategy as needed to remain competitive.
And these 10 AI prompts are just the beginning. Our AI capabilities go far beyond just a chat function. They’re woven throughout the entire GovTribe platform, with features designed to make grant seeking easier.
In fact, every federal grant opportunity on GovTribe includes an AI Insights tab. With just one click, you can find similar active awards, identify vendors likely to bid, and even generate a draft application.
Now that’s enough from us — go ahead and give it a try.
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