Construction Bid Process
Managing the bid process involves handling pre-qualification questionnaires (PQQs) and selection questionnaires (SQs) or pre-qualification questionnaires (PQQ), which are preliminary steps before the actual bid submission. These documents need to be properly completed, ensuring that all information is accurate and presented in a coherent and organised manner.
Understanding the Construction Tender Process
The UK government uses a structured tender process to ensure transparency and fairness. Here’s an overview of the key stages:
- Look for tender opportunities on government portals like Contracts Finder or Find a Tender. We have a free tender alert and competitor intelligence site, Tender Pipeline, which uses public sector data but puts it in a format which is easier for bidders. Register to receive alerts for new opportunities or monitor which contracts your rivals have.
- Assess whether the opportunity aligns with your business capabilities and strategy. Consider factors like project size, scope, competition, and your likelihood of success.
- Many tenders require you to complete a PQQ or an Expression of Interest (EOI) to demonstrate your suitability. This stage filters out bidders who do not meet the minimum requirements. It is often combined within tender documents, so is critical you get right to ensure you tender submission and price is even read!
- If pre-qualified, you’ll receive an ITT, which includes detailed information about the project, evaluation criteria, and submission requirements.
- Contract award, which details who has been successful and why.
