Today, a highly successful Bid Writing Workshop took place in Belfast, bringing together professionals from across the construction sector for an engaging and informative session. Suzanne Hill from AI for SMEs. The workshop provided a comprehensive overview of how to complete both Pre-Qualification Questionnaires (PQQs) and Invitations to Tender (ITTs). Participants also explored key topics such as quality management, social value in construction, the importance of professional...

The public sector tender market on the island of Ireland is valued at over €21bn/£18bn. With cross-border trade hitting a new high of...

Many projects are now procured using a competitive tender process, whether that be a new school extension or the refurbishment of a health sector building. This month I have been involved in two separate tenders where the Price/Quality ratio was 40/60. Companies put so much effort into compiling a competitive price; this often involves hours upon hours of sourcing and comparing quotes and could also involve compiling a Bill of Quantities if an NEC Option A contract is being used. If up to 60%...