Our 2 day workshop is aimed at anyone involved in the bid process, regardless of experience.

Giving insight into what it takes to consistently plan and write winning bids and tenders. This course will earn you 12 CPD points. Available in a city centre location and online.

THE 2 DAY MASTERCLASS COVERS:

Day 1:

Understanding the public sector

Understanding the public sector procurement process

The Procurement Act 2023 and how it benefits you

How to find suitable opportunities

Getting tender ready

Identifying barriers to tender success

A pathway to contract readiness

Gaining experience when you can’t win contracts

The front end of the process

Bid/no bid procedures and reporting

Understanding bid requirements and developing a bid strategy

Using the Freedom of Information Act to your advantage

The importance of relationships and social value

The back end of the process

Colour reviews and feedback

Day 2

Understanding the buyer

What buyers want – looking at how they assess and evaluate your submissions

Where to start – when the SQ or tender arrives; what do we need to do before writing

Bid writing

Getting the story right – win themes and storyboarding

Structure – ensuring compliance and added value

Use of AI in Bid Writing - making the best use of AI in your bids

Benefit before the feature – getting the right message across at the right time

Referencing the specification – tailoring your response to the requirement

The importance of ‘bid reviews’ – ensuring accuracy, compliance and consistency

Presentation

Keep it clear, concise and easy to read

Use of flow diagrams, images and colour

Best use of supporting documents

"I attended the 2-day Biding Masterclass delivered by Charles. It was an excellent and engaging 2-days with plenty of sessions and discussions. I would recommend this to anyone who is wants to understand what it takes to submit a winning bid with a trainer who is extremely knowledgeable and experienced in bidding!"

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