How do I add non-PDF attachments to my proposal?

The instructions for my opportunity state that I should attach a XLS, DOC, or other file format that is not a PDF. However, the Cayuse 424 application only allows PDFs as actual attachments on the proposal. How do I attach non-PDF documents?

While the validity of this method should be verified with the technical contact for your specific opportunity, we have seen the following method work in multiple cases. To attach a non-PDF file to your proposal, such as Excel or Word documents, you can either print that document to a PDF from its native application, or instead create a new blank PDF and attach the necessary file directly to the PDF from within the Adobe application. In either case, the resulting PDF can then be successfully attached and submitted through Cayuse 424.

Again, we strongly recommend contacting the program specialist for your opportunity before using the above procedures.