Client Uncertainty
What the client asks for and what the client needs are often two very different things. As a bid writer, you must address both issues.
Month: November 2012
Process Overload
Robust bid processes save you time and help with the efficient allocation of resources. Complicated processes are cumbersome and can be off putting for bid writers.
Keeping Your Document Language Sweet and Simple
Text should be clear, concise and meaningful. Read what you have written and ask yourself:
Tight for Time?
Since you will rarely get extensions to submission deadlines, you must make best use of the time available.
Punctuation
Good punctuation makes writing easy to read. The inappropriate use of commas, apostrophes and other punctuation marks can cause confusion and even change the meaning of your writing.
Embedded Details
Electronic documents often contain embedded information such as tracked changes, editing dates and author details. These may be pieces of information you do not want your reader to see.
In Bid Proposals, Less is More
It can be very difficult to judge how much information to send in a proposal.
Beating Your Competitors
When writing your proposal you should always consider who you are competing against.
Spelling
The correct use of English is essential if you want to appear professional.
Keep a Library of Tender Material
It is possible to significantly reduce your bid preparation time if you have a good library of tender material available.
