I’ve written hundreds of tender responses and one thing I’ve learned over the years is that there are plenty of tender traps that can catch you out if you’re not on the ball. These usually come in the form of information requests that are hidden in the guts of the tender documentation, but not explicitly included in the tender response schedules.
Didn’t win that tender submission? Ask for feedback!
None of us like to lose, especially when you’ve put lots of time and effort (not to mention bucks if you’ve paid for professional help) into creating a tender response submission. As hard as it is to miss out though, this is a golden opportunity to seek feedback so you can get some clues as to what you could do better next time.
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The top 10 tendering mistakes - and how to avoid them
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.
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.