I've written hundreds of tenders and supporting documents in my entire writing career, and I've seen people making the same mistakes over and over again. I don't really blame them, to be honest. Tender writing is tedious. It requires a lot of time and effort and, more importantly, keen attention to details. But you can avoid those mistakes if you're aware of what they are.
10 Great techniques for proofreading your tenders
COVID-19 : A look back at how the pandemic has affected the tendering world
2020 - the year that for many of us felt like the longest ever because of the pandemic that hit the whole world by storm. The global economy has been massively shaken and is remains unstable. The impact of COVID-19 has dominated news headlines and agendas across every industry all over the world. All levels of Government and the private sector continue to exert their best efforts to formulate business continuity plans aimed at combating the disruptions caused by COVID-19. And the tendering world is no exception.
10 Tips to help you win that cleaning tender
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6 Reasons Why Incumbents Lose Tenders
So you’ve been enjoying a lucrative Government or Commercial contract but the contract term is coming to a close and you have to get on the tender merry-go-round once again. But all too often I see the incumbent fail - and I usually end up talking to them 3 years later when the contract is again up for tender. So what goes wrong? I’ve reviewed loads of tenders prepared by the incumbent service provider and I can tell you a few common issues I see time after time.
My First-Ever Negative Feedback — and What I'm Doing About it
Ever had a client complain about your service? I hadn’t - at least not until last week. In fact, my clients are usually highly complimentary about my service, as can be seen from these testimonials.
How To Win a Tender or Bid in 8 Simple Steps
Tenders. They’re usually complex, often confusing and always time consuming - but the reward for winning means a lucrative contract for your business. Sadly there is no magic formula that will guarantee success in the tendering process, and each tender is different. But if you want to increase your bid success rate, there are a number of steps you can take to help you win.
For a Great Tender Submission — DIY or Get Professional Help?
Writing a tender submission that ticks all of the boxes can be a pretty complex business, and it’s not just about answering questionnaires or filling in forms. It’s about constructing a rational and compliant submission that tells an awesome story about your business so you’ll have the best chances of winning that lucrative contract.
