Tendering Process for Technology Contracts  Winning technology contracts relies on a combination of experience in writing technical responses and strong writing skills. At Hudson, our bid writers are trained to write for a variety of sectors, including technology. In this blog, we will cover the tendering process, how the process is different for the technology sector, where you can find help with your technology contracts and some testimonials from our technology clients.   What is the tendering process? The tendering process for a vendor (supplier) is typically a competitive biddin ..read more

Win Tenders in the Hospitality Sector: Laundry, Catering and more! Winning hospitality tenders relies on a combination of experience and skill — both of which are needed in professional bid writers. At Hudson, we have an 87% success rate which means that we are highly skilled at winning tenders. Many businesses, regardless of size, find that they simply do not have the time or ability to dedicate resources to train an in-house bid writing team. At Hudson, we have an expert bid team who are well-equipped to take on hospitality tenders. So, if your business is based in the hospitality sector, we ..read more

Tender VLE It’s simple — to win contracts, you must have the necessary skills of a bid writer. Mastering the art of writing tender responses comes from strong written communication skills and experience. At Hudson, our bid writers are professionals and they have built up their skills over time. But if you are a start-up or an SME, you may have never bid before. This is where Tender VLE comes in!   What is Tender VLE? Tender VLE is the UK’s first virtual learning environment dedicated to bid writing. With five experience levels to choose from, you can take our free and paid tender courses ..read more

How to Win Healthcare Tenders: Our 10 Top Tips! Winning healthcare tenders is a skill that our team at Hudson have successfully crafted over the years. We specialise in a variety of sectors, however many healthcare companies in both the UK and US come to us for help because we are good at what we do. Whether you are an SME, start-up, or large organisation, we can help you win healthcare tenders!   What are healthcare tenders? Healthcare tenders are public offers for healthcare services or supplies that are made available by healthcare providers or government agencies. They are generally u ..read more

Top 10 Tendering Secrets It is no secret that the tendering process can be complex and requires planning, the dedication of time and resources and experience to complete a tender successfully. However, there may be a few things which you are unfamiliar with in the world of tendering. Get to know these top 10 tendering secrets and upgrade your tender response!   What is a tender? A tender is a formal document for procuring goods/services from a supplier. Tenders are used in public procurement and private transactions for a variety of goods and services. They are normally submitted in respo ..read more

Tendering in the Creative Sector The tendering process in the creative sector is similar to tendering for any other sector, however, the expectations of the buyer are slightly different. In your tender response, it is your opportunity to show your creativity, and depending on the tender, your artistic flair. In this blog, we’ll talk about the tendering process, creative sector tenders, how to show your creativity and where to find creative sector tenders!   What are Creative Sector Tenders? Creative sector tenders are specific types of tenders related to the creative sector, such as: Gra ..read more

Applying for Public Sector Frameworks Applying for public sector framework contracts can become a complex business, particularly if you are unfamiliar with the process or lack the expertise to execute your tender response effectively. In this blog, we will guide you through what you need to do in order to prepare your business. We will also cover the importance of contract compliance, pricing accordingly and finally, the benefits and drawbacks of public sector framework agreements.   How to prepare your business to bid for public sector frameworks: Research the framework landscape: Famil ..read more

Bid Writing Specialists What is a bid specialist? A bid specialist, also known as a bid writer, is an expert in the world of bids. Bid specialists are responsible for planning and writing bid responses — they may also be responsible for submitting bids. However, this responsibility usually lies with a bid manager. A bid writer will complete tenders in order to help a client secure contracts or funding — ultimately helping the success of the client’s business in the long run. Some companies may employ an in-house bid writer to take care of all their bidding needs, however now many companies are ..read more

Legal Services Tenders The procurement of legal services is a critical aspect of the public and private sectors in the UK, with legal service tenders playing an essential role in ensuring fair competition, transparency, and efficiency. This blog aims to provide a comprehensive guide to legal service tenders, discussing their importance, the various types of tenders available, and the steps involved in the procurement process. By the end of this blog, you should have a solid understanding of how legal service tenders operate and how they contribute to the efficient functioning of the legal syst ..read more

The Do’s and Don’ts of Tendering The tendering process can be complicated at the best of times and you may be wondering how to avoid all the potential pitfalls that can occur for those new to the world of tendering. If this is you? Keep reading to find out our top do’s and don’ts for success! First, let’s start with the basics…   What is tendering? The tendering process is the process of submitting a bid in response to an invitation to tender (ITT) from the buyer. The bid is typically for the supply of goods and services to the buyer, and the process involves researching the project and p ..read more