Secure big wins on a small budget with our bid review & improve service
Maximise impact, address gaps, and strengthen alignment with tender requirements. You craft the bid, we turn it into a winner.
Bid Review & Improve
Maximise impact and close any gaps at a fraction of the cost of full tender management. You develop the bid, we make it a winner.
What is your bid review & improve service?
We carefully assess your submission, pinpoint areas for improvement, and offer actionable recommendations to better align with the bid criteria. We also provide insights into what evaluators will think before they even see it.
Whether we're reviewing past submissions to help you learn from previous mistakes or reviewing a bid before submission, the outcome is the same: a stronger, more cohesive proposal that clearly communicates your value and meets evaluators’ expectations.
What is your bid review & improve service?
We carefully assess your submission, pinpoint areas for improvement, and offer actionable recommendations to better align with the bid criteria. We also provide insights into what evaluators will think before they even see it.
Whether we're reviewing past submissions to help you learn from previous mistakes or reviewing a bid before submission, the outcome is the same: a stronger, more cohesive proposal that clearly communicates your value and meets evaluators’ expectations.
And why is it important, exactly?
Submitting bids without thorough evaluation can lead to missed opportunities and costly mistakes. Overlooked compliance details, unclear messaging, and inconsistent tone can all negatively impact the buyer's perception.
Our team serves as a crucial quality assurance step, ensuring your bid is not just complete but competitive.
And the best part? You’ll gain invaluable insights from former procurement professionals and experienced tender writers at a fraction of the cost of having your entire bid written and managed externally.
And why is it important, exactly?
Submitting bids without proper evaluation can lead to missed opportunities and costly mistakes. Our review services as an essential quality assurance step, ensuring your bid is not only complete but competitive.
Best of all, you’ll get expert insights from former procurement professionals and seasoned bid writers at a fraction of the cost of full bid management.
If I hire you to review my bid, how will it work?
Here's how it usually works...
What do I get if you review and improve my bid?
We're glad you asked.
We refine your proposal to ensure it's not just compliant but stands out, increasing your chances of success.
We ensure your tender directly addresses the key points evaluators are looking for, making it easier for them to score your proposal favorably.
By identifying common pitfalls and compliance issues, we help you avoid errors that could disqualify your bid.
If every bid starts in a frenzy, leaving you playing catch-up, the quality of your proposal suffers. With a bid library, you get a strong head start. You can focus more on refining your solution and analysing your pricing, key elements that truly drive the win.
Losing sleep because you're unsure if what you've produced will land? You’ll feel confident knowing your bid is polished, complete, and fully aligned with what evaluators expect.
Retainer Package
Did you know?
When you sign up for our retainer package, we’ll write and manage one tender per month for you. On average, you’ll save 33% per tender—or to put it another way, you’ll get three tenders for the price of one.
One time fee
You pay once, then you've got work winning insights forever.
- Red pen review
- Insights from experts
- Cost effective guidance
- Comprehensive .PDF report
- Optional clarification call
What will I pay for you to review one of my bids?
What we’ve provided in the table is an average cost, based on the requirement to review a small-medium sized bid.
However, the cost is a sliding scale which rises for more complex or larger orders.
Why should I choose BidFirst?
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We don't just talk the talk We've got a 75% win rate and we've won 100m+ in contracts for our clients. Our team knows what works, what doesn't, and how to create an impactful proposal
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We're unique Unlike many tender consultancies, we offer a retainer model because we believe in building long-term partnerships. Why? Because a consistent, ongoing collaboration significantly boosts your chances of winning
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We're firm about honesty, integrity, and respect Having witnessed our fair share of unethical business practices, we set out to be different. Our goal is to cover our costs whilst genuinely helping people, not just focusing on the bottom line
Don't take our word for it
Here's what our clients say about working with us.
"Their ability to craft clear, concise answer plans and align efforts with our broader vision was exceptional."
Chiltern Global
Edward Butterworth, Project Manager
"They helped us to rapidly translate the large volumes of written content provided by our clients into clear, concise, engaging responses."
Bid Factors
Jim Cheetham-Potts, CEO
"I was impressed by their attention to detail and ability to adapt to changes. They turned the work around quickly and to a high standard."
Pinnacle Bids & Tenders
James Cadman, Managing Director
"Thanks to BidFirst’s expertise and tireless dedication, we were able to submit a compelling bid/tender that positioned us strongly in a very competitive field."
Carlsberg Group
Stefan Axelsson, Export Manager
"Their expertise makes the process seamless and significantly improves success rates. Highly recommend!"
Revive Property Services
Paul Rimmer, Managing Director
Contact Us
Get in touch for a free consultation on your tender strategy
Or, if you're in a rush for answers, call us now on 020 3355 5642.
EXCELLENT Based on 7 reviews Luke O'Neill2025-03-30Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. As Commercial Lead on multiple bids, we engaged Kyle's services as a Bid Writer. These were for: 1) a care home refurbishment direct aware 2) a local authority framework maintenance framework Both required vastly different approaches to highlight our strengths i these respective fields, and both were handled excellently. Information was imparted to the bidder concisely & within the alloted timeframe to allow a stressfree return of excellent quality. Eddy Butterworth2025-03-29Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This was the second time Chiltern Global engaged BidFirst for bid writing and management services, this time to support a UK MOD bid. We were recently informed that we won the bid, making us the primary supplier on a 4-year military framework. This was a big step forward for our company. We can’t thank BidFirst enough for their support. They’ve gone above and beyond every time we’ve worked together, working carefully to really understand our company, provide expert guidance, and identify opportunities to add value for the end-client. They manage deadlines perfectly, are highly organised, and deliver work to an exceptional standard. Paul Rimmer2025-02-04Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We recently engaged Kyle for Revive Property Services (UK) Limited. Kyle is an excellent bid writer—highly knowledgeable, detail-focused, and skilled at crafting compelling proposals. His expertise makes the process seamless and significantly improves success rates. Highly recommend! Stefan Axelsson2025-01-27Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Carlsberg Group - Support from BidFirst on Complex Beverage Tender for Leading Airline in T&R. We had the privilege of working with BidFirst and Kyle on a highly complex Beverage tender for a major airline in the Travel & Retail industry, and we are impressed with the level of support and expertise that Kyle brought throughout the process. We started with a Teams meeting to ensure and to be aligned around the possibilities of our business/beverage/portfolio and the unique demands of the airline sector - we did it from a 360 perspective/model and BidFirst approach was methodical and thorough, ensuring that every detail was accounted for, no matter how complex. BidFirst’s knowledge of bid/tender process was invaluable, and they expertly navigated us through every stage. Their attention to detail, strategic insights, and proactive communication helped us address potential challenges before they became issues. Not only did they guide us in creating a competitive proposal, but they also worked closely with us to ensure that our submission was both compliant and aligned with the airline’s specific needs. What truly set BidFirst apart however, was their collaborative approach and availability for quick questions, offer solutions, and provide daily updates. They consistently demonstrated a deep understanding of the tendering process in the Travel & Retail industry, which gave us the confidence that we were in capable hands and did it as a Team. Thanks to BidFirst’s expertise and tireless dedication, we were able to submit a compelling bid/tender that positioned us strongly in a very competitive field. We are incredibly grateful for their support and would highly recommend their services to any company looking to navigate complex tenders in the Travel & Retail sector. Stefan Axelsson, Export Manager Carlsberg Group Lewis Butterworth2025-01-23Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We recently engaged BidFirst to assist with a critical tender for military gaiters for our company, Chiltern Global. Kyle worked closely with us, dedicating time to understand our operations, structure, and market. His ability to craft clear, concise answer plans and align efforts with our broader vision was exceptional. Throughout the process, Kyle maintained open communication with our Business Development Manager, ensuring progress stayed on track and timelines were met. The bid process, which we previously struggled to dedicate sufficient resources to, became much more manageable with Kyle’s expertise. His support was a turning point for us, enabling our team to focus on other priorities while knowing the bid was in safe hands. We highly recommend BidFirst for their professionalism, efficiency, and ability to deliver under tight deadlines. Bid Factors Limited2025-01-22Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Kyle recently helped us prepare water industry AMP8 framework bids for both a major regional contractor and global design consultant. His demonstrable ability to quickly understand legislation and digest complex technical information was impressive. Kyle helped us to rapidly translate the large volumes of written content provided by our clients into clear, concise, engaging responses that told a great story. If you're looking for someone who can bring life and meaning to your bids and submissions, we cannot recommend Kyle enough. Jim Cheetham Potts, Managing Director, Bid Factors Limited. Nathaniel Houghton2025-01-21Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Kyle was influential during the bid process for a tutoring company’s first appointment on a major local council framework. His writing skills are excellent, and he was able to deliver responses that aligned with the specification and evaluation criteria (evidenced by us winning the bid!). Kyle’s project management skills are impeccable and he manages workload and deadlines exceptionally. I would not hesitate to use BidFirst on any future bids.Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more