Bid Writing Masterclass

The event will cover:

• How to write successful bids (PQQs and ITTs) to win construction contracts.
• How to prepare a winning NEC-compliant Programme.
• Top tips for marketing to attract new public and private sector business.

Specific content that will be covered includes:

• An example of a Tender Road Map to check for new tenders online.
• An example of a Bid Library to speed the preparation of tenders.
• Review of a PQQ to identify how to fulfil all sub-criteria.
• The use of a confidentiality statement in tenders to protect intellectual property.
• Review of an NEC-compliant Programme, within particular emphasis on specific task items to include to ensure maximum points.
• How to avoid common mishaps when uploading a tender submission to a procurement portal.
• How to challenge a tender outcome.
• How to use social media strategically to target new business.
• Available grants to assist with business development.

Facilitator: Gerard Graham has been working in bid management for over ten years. He has written successful bids for construction projects in various sectors including commercial, education, fit-out, industrial, ecclesiastical and heritage. He knows the pitfalls as well as the opportunities to score full points. He has carried out contract work for companies including leading main-contractors, specialist sub-contractors, and design consultants. He is a past regional Chair and Fellow Chartered member of the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB). Gerard also works as a Tutor & Assessor for Training LMS, which is a leading construction management training company.

Grant: The course has been registered by CITB NI for grant assistance to registered in-scope employers. Terms and conditions apply.