Bid Manager / Writer

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Location: Brighton BN2

Profile


I am an experienced Bid Consultant with over 20 years' experience in public sector and grant-funded bid writing and management across the UK. This Associate has a strong track record of leading complex submissions from opportunity identification through to delivery, consistently producing high-scoring, compliant responses aligned to evaluation criteria.

Having supported organisations ranging from micro businesses to large multinationals, including ComfortDelGro, and has successfully delivered bids across both the private and third sectors, including work with organisations such as the Refugee Council. Known for their pragmatic, collaborative approach and ability to quickly understand client requirements, engage stakeholders, and deliver high-quality submissions in fast-paced environments.

Key Achievements


Secured £150m+ in public sector contracts and funding.

Led winning MoJ Community Accommodation Support (CAS 3) bids, securing £18m+.

Delivered successful £18m+ framework bid for British Business Bank Start Up Loans programme (80%+ score).

Won major contracts including NHS Somerset ICB (£8m+) and NRS Dounreay TPSS Framework (£15m+).

Secured £2m+ Home Office funding for the Refugee Council (AMIF programme).

Delivered successful bids across ESF, DWP, AEB, ESFA and Lottery-funded programmes.

Experience


This Associate has worked across a range of sectors, including social housing, property and construction-related services, as well as education and training, employment support, and health and social care.
Recent work includes DfE technical excellence college bids, defence and advanced manufacturing programmes, MoJ Community Support services, and social housing frameworks with Manchester City Council. Bringing structure, clarity and momentum to bid processes and am able to slot into teams quickly to drive delivery.

  • Primary Discipline: Bid Manager / Writer

  • Reference No: CAN-42471

  • Consultant Disciplines: Bid / Deal Strategist, Bid Analyst, Bid Author, Bid Consultant, Bid Director, Bid Manager - Senior, Bid Writer, Business Development Manager, Capture Manager, Head of Bid Management, Head of Proposal Management, Proposal Coach, Proposal Consultant, Proposal Director, Proposal Manager, Proposal Manager - Senior, Proposal Writer, Writer

  • Consultant Skills: AI for Bid Management, AI for Capture Management, Bid Best Practice, Bid Clarifications, Bid Coordination, Bid Governance, Bid Kick-Off, Bid Management, Bid Marketing Strategy, Bid Process Management, Bid Resource Allocation, Bid Review, Bid Risk Management, Bid Writing, Business Development, Capture Management, Client Facing, Coaching and Mentoring, Competitive Dialogue, Compliance Matrix, Content Management, Copy Writing, CV Writing, Document Management, Due Diligence, Editorial Skills, EU Funding, Framework Agreements, Generative AI for Proposal Writing, InDesign - Basic Knowledge, Industry Trained in Bid and Proposal Management, Knowledge Management, Knowledgebase Design, Learning Reviews, OJEU, Other / Not Listed, Peer Review, People / Team Management, Pipeline Management, PQQ Experience, Pre-Proposal Planning, Pre-sales Experience, Pre-Written Content Development, Presentation Skills, Project Management, Proof Reading, Proposal Best Practice, Proposal Content Management, Proposal Governance, Proposal Leadership, Proposal Management, Proposal Production, Proposal Writing, Qualification Skills, Rebidding Strategy, Red Team Review Lead, Relationship Management, RFP / ITT Experience, Risk Management and Compliance, Solution Design, Storyboarding Skills, Strategy Development, Training, TUPE, Value Proposition Development, Win Strategy Development

  • Consultant Qualifications: A Levels, Bachelors Degree, GCSEs, Masters Degree

  • Consultant Industries: Aerospace and Defence, Agriculture/Forestry/Fishing, Architectural and Design Services, Banking and Consumer Lending, Biotechnology/Pharmaceuticals, Broadcasting Music and Film, Business Services - Other, Call/Contact Centre, Charity/Not for Profit, Civil Engineering, Clothing and Textile Manufacturing, Computer Hardware, Computer Software, Computer/IT Services, Construction - Industrial Facilities and Infrastructure, Construction - Residential & Commercial/Office, Consultancy, Defence, Education, Energy and Utilities, Engineering Services, Entertainment Venues and Theatres, Environmental Services, Facilities Management, Financial Services, Government and Public Sector, Green Energy, Healthcare Services, Highways, Hotels and Lodging, Human Resources, Information Technology, Infrastructure, Logistics & Transport, Management Consulting Services, Manufacturing - Other, Marketing Communications, Media, Medical Devices and Supplies, Non Profit Charitable Organisations, Outsourcing, Performing and Fine Arts, Production, Professional Services, Public Sector, Rail, Real Estate and Property Management, Recruitment, Renewables, Rental Services, Retail, SaaS, Security and Surveillance, Social Care, Sports and Physical Recreation, Staffing/Employment Agencies, Telecomms, Telecommunication Services, Translation, Transport and Storage - Materials, Waste Management