Welcome to Awarded AI's Quick Start Guide for selecting the ideal AI model to enhance your capture management and proposal response processes.
Introduction
In the fast-paced world of government contracting, choosing the right AI model can significantly streamline your workflow and improve the quality of your proposals. Awarded AI offers a suite of powerful AI models, each tailored to meet specific needs. This guide will assist you in selecting the best model for your particular use case.
Who Can Access Awarded’s Model Selector?
Currently, all clients on commercial tenants are able to access the model selector within their AI Chat tool by default. They can access all OpenAI, Anthropic, x.AI, and Google models. The Cohere and OpenRouter models are currently in Beta testing internally and will automatically be pushed to commercial clients once they are publicly available.
All clients on government tenants are not able to access the model selector by default due to security restrictions on this type of tenant. Additional models outside of GPT 4o (our default model – Azure gov version built specifically for our gov customers) might send data through channels not shown in our current diagrams and might go beyond the boundaries we've already committed to in our Azure Government setup. Though your data is not stored persistently nor used to train, improve, or diagnose any model or system used except for valid legal enforcement or abuse detection, we do need written permission from each government client who wishes to opt in to Awarded’s model selector. Please contact your dedicated CSM for more information. Once a government client opts in to the model selector, they will have access to the following models:
OpenAI GPT-4.0
OpenAI GPT-4.1
OpenAI o3-mini
Google Gemini Family (2.5 Exp Pro, 2.5 Flash)
Anthropic Claude 3.7 Sonnet
Anthropic Claude 4 Sonnet
Grok 3-0
Grok 4-0
AI Models and Suggested Use Cases
AI Model | Strengths | Suggested Use Cases |
OpenAI Models |
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GPT-4o (default) | A multimodal model capable of processing text, audio, image, and video inputs and generating corresponding outputs. It offers fast processing, improved conversational flow, and consistent output, with response times comparable to human conversation. Notably faster and 50% more cost-effective than its predecessor, GPT-4. | Real-time proposal writing assistance, interactive brainstorming, rapid executive summaries. |
GPT-4.1 | Supports up to one million tokens, significantly exceeding GPT-4o's 128,000-token limit. It shows notable improvements in coding and instruction-following capabilities, offering increased reliability in managing long contexts and reduced costs compared to GPT-4o. | Drafting technical documentation, analyzing complex datasets, developing AI-powered tools. |
o3 mini | Highly efficient and cost-effective model balancing speed with solid reasoning capabilities. Excels in rapid response scenarios and scalable applications, accommodating a broad range of tasks while optimizing for performance and resource use. | Real-time data analysis, rapid compliance reporting, interactive training modules, scalable automation workflows. |
Google Models |
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Gemini 2.5 Pro | Delivers robust multilingual capabilities and in-depth reasoning, with a strong focus on data privacy and secure integration. Performs well in analytical tasks, translating and summarizing content, and supporting large-scale project requirements. | Multilingual document review, secure data analysis, knowledge base development, supporting large-scale proposals. |
Gemini 2.5 Flash | Optimized for speed and scalability, delivering rapid outputs and real-time content processing with efficient resource use. Well-suited for high-volume environments requiring fast turnaround and dynamic interaction. | Real-time content moderation, high-volume data parsing, rapid proposal editing, instant translation tasks. |
Anthropic Models |
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Anthropic - Claude 3.7 Sonnet | Delivers balanced performance with advanced reasoning and comprehension, providing fast, contextually relevant responses. Effective for streamlined document generation, rapid content review, and supporting summarization tasks. | Structured document generation, rapid content summarization, technical review support. |
Anthropic - Claude 4 Sonnet | Anthropic’s latest model featuring superior contextual understanding, enhanced reasoning capabilities, and improved factual accuracy. Excels at synthesizing complex information and following intricate instructions with reliability. | Developing detailed technical solutions, drafting comprehensive government proposals, advanced analytical research. |
xAI Models |
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Grok-3 | Powerful model with strong reasoning and conversation abilities, developing intelligent virtual assistants and automating customer support. | Developing intelligent virtual assistants, automating customer support, enhancing user interactions. |
Grok-4 | Advanced language model with enhanced reasoning, expanded context window, and improved conversational coherence. Capable of synthesizing complex information, supporting nuanced decision-making, and automating high-level analytical processes. | Developing intelligent decision-support systems, automating data-driven report generation, enhancing strategic planning and analysis. |
Tips for Effective Use
Consistency is Key: For the best results, avoid changing the AI model mid-session. Consistency helps maintain coherence and style throughout your document.
Understand Your Needs: Clearly define your task before selecting a model. Knowing whether you need creativity, detail, speed, or conciseness will guide your choice.
Experiment and Learn: While this guide offers suggestions, experimenting with different models can help you find the best fit for your unique needs and preferences.
Stay Updated: AI models are continually improving. Stay informed about updates and enhancements to leverage the latest capabilities.
By selecting the right AI model, you can enhance your proposal development process, improve the quality of your submissions, and ultimately increase your success rate in securing government contracts. Use this guide to make informed decisions and optimize your use of Awarded AI.
DISCLAIMER: Regardless of the model you use, always verify the outputs are accurate for your purpose as model outputs may sound convincing when generating factual information.