We help SMEs win government tenders
At Bid Specialists, our government tender specialists help SMEs win government contracts by crafting compelling and persuasive tender responses. We consistently win 85% of tender submissions in Ireland and provide end-to-end bid and tender management services.
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Experience & Expertise
Responsible for some of the country’s most substantial tender projects, we qualify, strategise, plan, author, and graphically design responses that consistently outscore the competition.
Multi-award winning bid specialists:
- 25-years experience
- 10K+ tenders completed
- MBA-qualified
- IntertradeIreland go-2-tender mentors
- Multi-million euro contracts
- Trusted winning process
- 85% win rate
- Multiple awards winner
A winner of the 2016, 2018, 2019 and 2021 Tech Excellence Awards for client projects.
We work with the best
Government Tender Specialists
Experts in responding to all public sector procurement tender methods, having completed over 10,000+ government tenders.
Requests for Information (RFIs)
A preliminary request for suppliers to provide information on their technical and commercial capabilities.
Requests for Proposal (RFPs)
A formal invitation to suppliers to submit a proposal for supplying products or services.
Requests for Tender (RFTs)
A structured invitation to suppliers to submit a tender for supplying products or services.
Pre-Qualification Questionnaires (PQQs)
A structured questionnaire to assess a supplier's technical, operational, and commercial capabilities before issuing an RFT.
Suitability Assessment Questionnaires (SAQs)
A construction industry assessment of a supplier's technical, operational, and commercial capabilities before issuing an RFT.
Dynamic Purchasing System (DPSs)
Contracts enable buyers to access a pool of pre-qualified suppliers who can join anytime.
Our Specialist Tender Services
Everything a business needs to prepare and submit winning tenders.
Prepare your business for competitive tenders
Define your proposition to show real buyer value by identifying and targeting prospective customers and create compelling, supporting tender content highlighting your capability, experience, and expertise.
- Opportunity Targeting
- Qualification Process Design
- Bid Process Design
- Library Development
- Template Design
- Content Writing & Editing
- Graphics & Branding
- Features, Benefits & Discriminators
- Service Themes & Statements
Produce Best-In-Class Winning Tenders
Create tender responses that are compliant, compelling, persuasive and articulate value so that buyers will consistently want to buy from you. We help you outscore the competition to win, retain, and grow your most important contracts.
- 8 Step Tender Development
- Kick-Off
- Win Strategy
- Storyboarding & Bid Writing
- Solution Design
- Commercial Strategy
- Reviews & Approvals
- Production & Delivery
- Learning Review
- Post Submission Activity
Appraise Your Tender Efficiency & Effectiveness
Reviewing—against best practice and experience—your win rates, processes, submissions, tender team, production environment, systems, and technologies. We report on areas that are preventing sales and growth.
- Tender Evaluation
- Appraisal
- Best Practice review
- Reporting
- Bid Process
- Bid Quality
- Bid Efficiency
- Bid Effectiveness
Key skills we can bring to you
Our tender specialists are well-versed in managing bids, taking responsibility for the entire tendering process to ensure you submit winning tenders. Here's what Bid Specialists can bring when engaged with us.
Tender Qualification
Our tender specialists employ a rigorous qualification method that utilises quantitative analysis to assess your chances of winning a tender before committing to the costly bidding process. This method helps you make informed decisions about pursuing a particular opportunity, saving you valuable time and resources.
Capture Strategy
With our specialised capture plans, we work closely with your team to identify and outline potential tender opportunities. We evaluate the market environment, assemble the necessary resources, and guide the positioning of your offer to maximise your chances of success. We enhance your bid’s effectiveness by aligning all internal stakeholders and ensuring a consistent message.
Win Strategy
Our team develops a comprehensive winning strategy that defines a clear and focused approach for securing the contract and outperforming the competition. We take into account your strengths, unique selling points, and key advantages, placing a heavy emphasis on understanding the buyer’s needs and identifying differentiators and discriminators that set you apart.
Solution Development
Underpinning our winning strategy is the development of a compelling buyer solution. We leverage your subject matter expertise to craft the best possible solution that aligns with the winning strategy. This approach ensures that your proposal addresses the buyer’s requirements and showcases your value.
Commercial Strategy
Our commercial strategy approach involves structuring the bid and finances to maximise profitability while minimising risk. We carefully consider pricing, terms and conditions, and contractual agreements to create a competitive and financially viable proposal that meets your business goals and the buyer’s expectations.
Winning Process
Our 8-step tender winning process guides you through the entire bid preparation process. We follow a systematic approach to develop a compliant, compelling, and persuasive response that sets your bid apart. From initial planning to final submission, we ensure that each step carefully executes to optimise your chances of success.
Tender Management
With our disciplined management approach, we prioritise and streamline the tendering process. We set clear deadlines, assign tasks, and monitor progress to ensure that we take all necessary actions promptly. By managing the process efficiently, we help you stay on track and maximise the return on your investment.
Creative Writing
Our Bid Specialists have extensive experience writing thousands of tenders. They possess the expertise to craft compelling and persuasive content on various topics. With their writing skills and industry knowledge, they can create engaging narratives that resonate with evaluators and maximise your evaluation scores.
Content Editing
We provide comprehensive content editing services to ensure your response is persuasive and coherent. Our writing experts review and refine your content to ensure it reads as if a single contributor authored it. The edited response flows smoothly, telling a compelling story that captures the evaluators’ attention.
Graphic Design
We offer graphic design services to enhance the visual appeal and impact of your response. Our team leverages their design expertise to create visually appealing documents and presentations that effectively communicate your message. Combining well-crafted text with supporting graphics ensures that your bid stands out and leaves a lasting impression.
Desktop Publishing
Our desktop publishing capabilities allow us to create and publish documents and presentations across various publishing and creative platforms. We ensure your bid materials are professionally formatted, visually consistent, and meet the required standards. Our expertise in desktop publishing ensures that your bid looks polished and professional.
Expert Reviews
To ensure the quality and effectiveness of your response, we conduct expert reviews. Our experts assess whether your proposal is well-structured, clear, and aligned with the winning strategy. We evaluate if your response adequately answers the question and presents an appealing offer to the buyer. Our insights and feedback help refine your bid and enhance its overall quality.
Experience & Insight
Drawing on our extensive experience, we have honed various techniques to effectively convey a pitch that maximises your chances of securing a high-scoring submission and delivering exceptional value to the buyer. We understand what evaluators are looking for and know how to highlight the most compelling aspects of your tender submission. With our insights and expertise, we can help you craft a persuasive and impactful pitch that resonates with the buyer, setting you apart from the competition and positioning you as the preferred choice.
Proven Winning Strategy
We win tenders, consistently. Our strategies are based on experience and success. We collaborate with SMEs to consistently and systematically bid, win, and repeat.
Winning Tenders
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Sample Work
Due to client confidentiality, we cannot present in-depth customer proposals and bids. However, we provide excerpts of illustrative pages to underscore our proficiency and the calibre of our work. Our responses are customised to align with your specific opportunities, business, and brand identity.
