The cost of grant consultancy depends on the scope and complexity of the project and, depending on the provider, may consist of fee-based, flat-rate or performance-related components. Cost transparency from the outset is crucial, so that the consultancy costs can be clearly calculated against the grant amount. The Funding Team sets out the terms and conditions before the project begins and tailors the approach so that the effort involved is commensurate with the expected benefits of the grant. As a general rule, The Funding Team’s fee comprises an application fee and a success-based commission, supplemented where applicable by an ‘ ’ research fee at the outset and a fixed fee for project management (ensuring compliance with reporting and documentation requirements), if desired.