Tired of tendering alone?
Demie Tan, Tender Specialist (Perth)
Whether you’re new to tendering or are a seasoned professional, going at it alone is a surefire way to burnout. From formatting and interpreting requirements, to chasing input from your SMEs, it’s easy for the workload to become unsustainable over a period of time. Let’s not even get started on what this looks like when you’re having two or more tenders on the go. Tendering shouldn’t feel like a scramble, and if you are scrambling, take it as a sign that you need external help.
Access to expertise you can count on
As specialists in this field, we’ll confidently tailor your bid to meet the operational requirements and priorities of the industry you are tendering in. Should you wish, we will work with you to develop your tender strategy and win themes, ensuring it is clearly reflected in your submission. We’ll also gladly take over the reins and assist with tender management and coordination. It’s also fine if you’re only wanting tender writing support because sometimes, that’s all it takes to get the job done. Whatever your needs may be, having access to the right expertise can lighten your load without compromising on quality.
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A new perspective
How many ways can you respond to a question? Definitely more than one! So, if you’re stuck in a loop and looking for fresh ideas, we can help present a new way of doing things you perhaps didn’t know existed. As consultants who have worked across multiple bids, some of us can say that we have ‘almost’ seen it all. And we’re eager to share this knowledge with you.
Compliance confidence
Avoid the risk of being disqualified due to a non-compliant submission. As consultants, we’re skilled at identifying content gaps and potential triggers for non-compliance, including errors in your submission format. We’ll act as your second pair of eyes throughout the submission, flagging any details we come across which we believe will be cause for trouble down the road. After all, attention to detail is what we do best.
Prevent bid fatigue
We’ve said it before that procurement timelines and requirements are becoming more demanding. This has a flow on effect which will eventually cause burnout, especially if resources and time aren’t managed effectively. It’s the dark side of bids, from working long hours and dealing with the mounting pressure associated with deadlines. Recognise that this isn’t and shouldn’t be the norm. Consider the need for enlisting external help when you have identified a resourcing gap to alleviate stress and protect your mental health. This will in turn keep productivity levels up. It’s really a win-win situation at the end of the day.
We at Tender Plus understand that tenders can be tough. This is a great post outlining some practical strategies on how to avoid burnout on a tender.
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