Bid Manager, Gloucester (Hybrid/flexible) - £50k-£60k
Our client is a growing and ambitious provider of fire, security, and electrical compliance solutions across the South of the UK. With a strong track record in building trust and long-term client relationships, particularly within housing and public sector organisations, they are now entering an exciting phase of expansion.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company that values technical expertise, invests in its people, and offers genuine career development opportunities while contributing to safer, more connected communities.
The Role
The Bid Manager will play a pivotal role in supporting the company’s growth ambitions by leading the end-to-end bid process for Housing Association and public sector tenders. You will identify opportunities, manage pipelines, engage stakeholders, ensure compliance, and deliver high-quality, tailored, high-scoring submissions on time and in full.
Key Responsibilities:
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Own and maintain a rolling bid pipeline across portals and frameworks, surfacing new opportunities weekly.
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Lead bid/no-bid decisions and maintain clear documentation on criteria and risks.
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Manage bid schedules, track milestones, dependencies, risks, and mitigations.
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Build strong relationships with buyers, framework managers, and partner organisations to influence pipelines and shape submissions.
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Coordinate internal stakeholders (Sales, Operations, Finance, Social Value) and run structured bid kick-offs, review meetings, and approvals.
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Ensure full compliance with tender requirements – word counts, formats, annexes, and scoring criteria.
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Produce high-quality, benefits-led proposals, including method statements, social value, sustainability, H&S, and pricing narratives.
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Maintain a digital bid library and explore ways to streamline processes using technology and tools.
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Analyse bid performance, capture lessons learned, and continuously improve processes.
We need you to have:
Essential:
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Proven experience in bid management and bid writing for public sector or regulated services.
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Deep understanding of public procurement, frameworks, and evaluation criteria.
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Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
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Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple deadlines, and prioritise effectively.
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Proactive, solution-focused, and collaborative mindset.
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Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
Desirable:
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APMP Practitioner or similar professional bid qualification.
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Experience with bid management tools, CRM systems, or document automation platforms.
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Familiarity with AI-powered bid libraries or analytics tools.
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Degree-level education or equivalent experience.
Requirements:
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Legal right to work in the UK.
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Enhanced DBS clearance.
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Valid UK driving licence.
Why This Role is Exciting:
This is a chance to be part of a company with ambitious growth plans (20% year-on-year growth and acquisitions) and to play a key role in shaping and delivering its bid strategy. You will have the autonomy to make suggestions, drive change, and contribute to long-term business success while growing your own career