Bid Writer Location: Remote (with occasional UK travel, typically 1–2 days per month) Salary: £45,000 – £55,000 (dependent on experience) Hours: 37.5 hours per week (flexibility required to meet bid deadlines) About the Role We are looking for a highly skilled and driven Bid Writer to join our team and play a key role in securing new business and retaining existing contracts across our organisation.
This is a critical role responsible for leading the development, coordination and submission of high-quality, commercially competitive tender responses across our three divisions: Non-emergency patient transport (Community Ambulance Service) Urgent and emergency care (Ambulnz Community Partners) Events, film and media (Location Medical Services) You will work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, translating complex operational, clinical and commercial information into compelling, compliant and persuasive submissions for NHS, public sector and commercial clients.
Key Responsibilities Bid Development & Management Lead end-to-end bid development from opportunity identification through to submission and clarification stages Analyse tender documentation, specifications and evaluation criteria Develop win themes, storyboards and compliance matrices using structured methodologies (e.g.
Shipley, APMP) Manage submissions via e-procurement portals (e.g.
Atamis, Proactis, Jaggaer, In-Tend, Delta) Coordinate timelines to ensure high-quality, on-time submissions Content Development & Quality Produce clear, compelling and evidence-based responses Translate technical, operational and clinical detail into persuasive narratives Develop strong social value responses aligned to Government frameworks Maintain and enhance a central bid library Ensure consistency in tone, messaging and branding Commercial & Pricing Support Collaborate with Finance and Commercial teams to align narrative with pricing strategies Support commercial decision-making, including margin and risk considerations Contribute to TUPE content and mobilisation planning where relevant Stakeholder Engagement Work closely with senior leaders and subject matter experts across all divisions Facilitate bid workshops and content sessions Challenge and refine input to maximise scoring potential Post-Submission & Continuous Improvement Lead clarification responses and support presentations Conduct win/loss analysis and capture lessons learned Maintain bid pipeline reporting and track performance metrics Continuously improve bid processes, tools and content About You Essential Experience & Knowledge Proven bid writing experience within public sector or healthcare environments Strong understanding of NHS commissioning and procurement processes Knowledge of the Provider Selection Regime (PSR), Procurement Act 2023, and social value requirements (PPN 06/20) Experience using e-procurement systems Ability to produce high-quality submissions under tight deadlines Skills & Abilities Exceptional written communication and attention to detail Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple bids Ability to interpret evaluation criteria and maximise scoring opportunities Confident stakeholder engagement, including working with senior leaders Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Desirable APMP certification or Shipley training Experience in ambulance services, healthcare or events medical sectors Knowledge of CQC standards and healthcare regulation Familiarity with NHS frameworks (SBS, CCS, LPP, etc.) Experience with bid management tools (e.g.
Loopio, Responsive) What We’re Looking For A self-directed, highly organised professional who thrives under pressure Someone confident challenging and refining senior stakeholder input A detail-focused individual with strong commercial awareness A collaborative team player who embodies our values: Kind | Inclusive | Accountable | Adaptable Additional Information Remote role with occasional UK travel Subject to a enhanced DBS check Must have the right to work in the UK Why Join Us?
You’ll be joining a growing organisation where your work directly contributes to business success and the delivery of high-quality healthcare services.
This is an opportunity to shape winning bids, influence strategy, and make a meaningful impact.
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