About this Event
Bid Writing Masterclass:
Come join us for an exciting in-person event! The Construction Bid Writing Masterclass is designed to help you craft winning bids that stand out. Whether you're new to bid writing or looking to enhance your skills, this masterclass is perfect for you. Learn from an industry expert, gain valuable insights, and boost your chances of success. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your bid writing.
Content:
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 criteria.
- Review of a tender to identify how to fulfil all criteria.
- Review of an NEC-compliant programme, with particular emphasis on specific task items to ensure maximum points.
- Review of an organigram.
- Review of ways to fulfil social value criteria.
- The use of a confidentiality statement to protect intellectual property.
- How to challenge a tender outcome.
- How to avoid common mishaps when uploading a tender submission to a procurement portal.
- How to use social media strategically to target new business.
- Available grants to help with business development.
Attendees:
The event is suitable for anyone involved in bid management including bid writing in the construction industry. The last event included people from main-contractors, sub-contractors, and design consultants.
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 subcontractors, and design consultants. He is a past regional Chair and Fellow Chartered member of the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB).
Grant:
The course has been registered by CITB NI for grant assistance to registered in-scope employers. Terms and conditions apply.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
CEF NI, 143 Malone Road, Belfast, United Kingdom
GBP 150.00