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Unlocking Success in Public Sector Contracts

23/02/2027 | 10:00am - 12:00pm

Event Location: Online

Contact Telephone: 0116 454 2917

Contact Email Address: bgevents@bizgateway.org.uk

Event Description

Public sector procurement refers to the process by which government bodies and public sector organisations acquire goods, services, and works from external suppliers. This encompasses everything from purchasing office supplies to commissioning large-scale infrastructure projects. The primary goal of public sector procurement is to ensure that public funds are spent efficiently, transparently, and in a manner that provides the best value for money.

This webinar will provide you with information and guidance on how to identify and access the public sector opportunities for your business as well as top tips for winning public sector contracts. Join Dewi Hughes, a seasoned expert with 16 years of experience running one of the Midlands’ top tender writing companies, for an engaging and informative session packed with actionable insights. 

In this session, Dewi will cover:

* Finding tenders: Where to find tenders for free and as soon as they are published
Deciding whether to bid: Save time by evaluating if the opportunity is right for you.
Using the tender portals well: So you can get clarity on questions in the tender.
Planning and Teamwork – Discover how to effectively plan and distribute bid work.
Tailoring Your Bid – Understand how to align your bid with the buyer’s needs.
Answering and Formatting – Ensure your bid is clear, impactful, and easy for evaluators to navigate.
Leveraging AI – Explore how AI can enhance your tender writing process.
Improving Through Feedback – Build on every bid to strengthen future success.

Key Takeaways include:

How to find public sector tenders.
A time plan for producing a tender.
How to produce a strong bid.
Material that you will typically need in a bid.
Using AI well in tender writing.

Trainer: Paul Robbins, Senior Bid Manager, Silverlock Tenders
Paul brings 20 years of experience in an extensive range of roles, in both the public and private sectors. After 4 years teaching in Japan and the UK, Paul moved into financial services and spent several years managing and training within Experian. Paul also has experience managing operations at the University of Nottingham before joining Silverlock – where he now works as a Senior Bid Manager and Senior Bid Writer. Clients include SMEs in the areas of Domiciliary Care, Construction, Double Glazing, Shredding, Healthcare etc.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain expert advice and elevate your tendering skills!
For enquires, e-mail us on bgevents@bizgateway.org.uk
 
 There will also be the opportunity to ask questions during the event.

Once you have registered, joining instructions will be sent separately.

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