Services

Winning government contracts. Expert help to prepare, produce and appraise government tender submissions

End-to-End Tendering Services and Support

At Bid Specialists, we excel at helping businesses reach heights in the tendering process with end-to-end tendering services and Support. Our experienced team employs advanced strategies to create winning propositions tailored for clients that guarantee competitive advantage and increased success rate on bids. We handle all aspects – from crafting compelling content and tender preparation through response creation to efficiency evaluations – so you can rest assured your bid comes out on top!

We help you define your proposition to show real buyer value. Identify and target prospective customers and create compelling, supporting tender content highlighting your capability, experience, and expertise. Our bid prep services include…

  • Determining your proposition.
  • Creating compelling and supportive tender content.
  • Establishing a solid position in the market.

We work with you to 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. Our bid management services include…

  • Crafting tender responses that exceed all extpectations.
  • Developing winning strategies that outscore the competition.
  • Creating compelling and persuasive tender content.
  • Leveraging years of proven expertise to maximise your success.

We work with you to evaluate and appraise your entire tender function. 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. Our bid consult services include…

  • Identifying areas that are preventing sales and growth.
  • Improving your tender submission accuracy and quality.
  • Streamlining your tender processes increase win rate.
  • Receive comprehensive reports with actionable insights.

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 (RFP)

A formal invitation to suppliers to submit a proposal for supplying products or services.

Requests
for Tender (RFT)

A structured invitation to suppliers to submit a tender for supplying products or services.

Pre-Qualification
Questionnaire (PQQ)

A structured questionnaire to assess a supplier’s technical, operational, and commercial capabilities before issuing an RFT.

Suitability Assessment
Questionnaire (SAQ)

A construction industry assessment of a supplier’s technical, operational, and commercial capabilities before issuing an RFT.

Dynamic Purchasing
Systems (DPS)

Contracts enable buyers to access a pool of pre-qualified suppliers who can join anytime.

What our clients have to say

“Bid Specialists played a crucial role in our successful bid for a government-funded contract. Their comprehensive expertise in bid planning, bid management, win strategy, commercial strategy, writing and editing, and graphic design helped us stand out from the competition and secure the contract. We were impressed by their attention to detail and exceptional communication skills throughout the process. We highly recommend Bid Specialists to anyone seeking to win competitive tenders.”

Conor MacGowan

What our clients have to say

“Always enjoy working on a Tender with Davey. Not only does he do a great job on the tender document but he also does a great job in really getting you to refocus on your business goals and message. Highly recommend.”

Tara Beattie

What our clients have to say

“I can’t recommend the bid specialists team any higher. I’ve worked with them for years and will continue to work with the team into the future”

Mark O'Connor

Sample Work

Due to client confidentiality, we cannot showcase customer bids and tender submissions. We mocked up some sample pages to demonstrate our capability and work quality. We tailor your responses to your opportunity, business and brand.

Frequently asked questions

Find the answers to all the questions you need for Bid Specialists Services.

What is tendering in Ireland?

Tendering is a competitive process by which organisations in Ireland procure goods or services from suppliers, usually by issuing a request for proposal (RFP) or invitation to tender (ITT).

What are the benefits of using bid specialists for tendering?

Bid specialists can provide various support services, including bid prep, bid manage, and bid consult, to help businesses prepare and manage the tendering process more efficiently and effectively, increasing their chances of winning contracts.

What is eTenders in Ireland?

eTenders is the Irish government’s electronic tendering platform that allows suppliers to access and submit tenders electronically for a wide range of public sector contracts.

How do I register to use eTenders in Ireland?

To register to use eTenders in Ireland, you must create an account on the eTenders website and complete the supplier registration process. You must also provide basic information about your business, such as its name, address, and contact details.

What are the benefits of using eTenders in Ireland?

Using eTenders in Ireland can help businesses save time and reduce costs associated with traditional paper-based tendering processes. It also provides greater transparency, accessibility, and security in the tendering process, making it easier for businesses to access and bid for public sector contracts.

What services does bid prep involve?

Bid prep involves working with a bid specialist to define your business proposition, identify and target prospective customers, and create compelling, supporting tender content highlighting your capability, experience, and expertise.

What services does bid manage involve?

Bid manage involves working with a bid specialist to produce best-in-class winning tenders that are compliant, compelling, persuasive, and articulate value so buyers consistently want to buy from you.

What services does bid consult involve?

Bid consult involves working with a bid specialist to appraise your tender efficiency and effectiveness. This includes evaluating your win rates, processes, submissions, tender team, production environment, systems, and technologies and reporting on areas preventing sales and growth.

How can bid specialists help my business win tenders in Ireland?

Bid specialists can provide expert guidance and support throughout the tendering process, helping you to identify and target prospective customers, develop a compelling proposition, and produce high-quality tender responses that outscore the competition.

How much does it cost to use bid specialists for tendering in Ireland?

The cost of using bid specialists can vary depending on the support required and the complexity of the tendering process. It is best to request a quote from a bid specialist to get an accurate estimate of costs.

Can bid specialists work with businesses in any industry sector in Ireland?

Yes, bid specialists can work with businesses in any industry sector in Ireland, from construction and engineering to IT and professional services.

What qualifications and experience should I look for in a bid specialist?

Look for a bid specialist with relevant qualifications, experience in your industry sector, and a proven track record of success in supporting businesses through the tendering process.