The purpose of the Business Development (BD) training manual is to help local organizations on the path to becoming a USAID Prime Partner and the road to future sustainability.  The information will help strengthen the capacity of local partners to develop technical and budget proposals to successfully bid for USAID solicitations, for example, Requests for Applications (RFA) or Requests for Proposals (RFP).  Local partners will acquire the capabilities and resources to serve as prime recipients of USAID-funded awards, in compliance with donor requirements and procedures.