Posted: 18 June
The role
Job Title: Bid Writer
Location: Romford, Essex (Office-Based/Hybrid Considered)
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum
Benefits: 21 days holiday plus bank holidays. Self-employed engagement may be considered for the right candidate.
Job Description
* Prepare, write and coordinate high-quality PQQ, SQ, ITT and tender submissions for social housing maintenance contracts.
* Produce compelling, compliant and winning responses for voids, reactive maintenance, kitchen and bathroom refurbishment contracts.
* Review tender documentation and develop bid strategies to maximise scoring opportunities.
* Coordinate information gathering from operational, commercial and management teams.
* Maintain and develop a library of bid content, case studies, CVs and supporting documentation.
* Write clear method statements, quality responses and social value submissions tailored to client requirements.
* Ensure all submissions are fully compliant with client specifications and submission deadlines.
* Manage the bid process from initial opportunity review through to final submission.
* Liaise with directors, estimators, contract managers and operational teams to obtain technical input.
* Conduct tender analysis, competitor research and lessons-learned reviews.
* Monitor tender portals and identify suitable opportunities within the social housing sector.
* Assist with framework applications, accreditations and supply chain questionnaires.
* Support presentations, interviews and clarification responses following tender submission.
* Maintain accurate records of bids, outcomes and performance metrics.
* Build a strong understanding of client requirements, particularly local authorities, housing associations and framework providers.
* Ensure all bid submissions reflect company values, capabilities and operational strengths.
Essential Requirements
* Proven experience as a Bid Writer within a social housing maintenance contractor.
* Demonstrable experience bidding for voids, reactive maintenance, and kitchen & bathroom refurbishment contracts.
* Strong track record of producing successful submissions for housing associations, local authorities and public sector clients.
* Excellent written communication, organisation and project management skills.
* Ability to work independently and manage multiple tender deadlines simultaneously
