Bid Writer

Job Title: Bid Writer
Location: Romford, Essex (Office-Based/Hybrid Considered)
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum
Benefits: 21 days holiday plus bank holidays. Self-employed engagement may be considered for the right candidate.

Job Description

• Prepare, write and coordinate high-quality PQQ, SQ, ITT and tender submissions for social housing maintenance contracts.
• Produce compelling, compliant and winning responses for voids, reactive maintenance, kitchen and bathroom refurbishment contracts.
• Review tender documentation and develop bid strategies to maximise scoring opportunities.
• Coordinate information gathering from operational, commercial and management teams.
• Maintain and develop a library of bid content, case studies, CVs and supporting documentation.
• Write clear method statements, quality responses and social value submissions tailored to client requirements.
• Ensure all submissions are fully compliant with client specifications and submission deadlines.
• Manage the bid process from initial opportunity review through to final submission.
• Liaise with directors, estimators, contract managers and operational teams to obtain technical input.
• Conduct tender analysis, competitor research and lessons-learned reviews.
• Monitor tender portals and identify suitable opportunities within the social housing sector.
• Assist with framework applications, accreditations and supply chain questionnaires.
• Support presentations, interviews and clarification responses following tender submission.
• Maintain accurate records of bids, outcomes and performance metrics.
• Build a strong understanding of client requirements, particularly local authorities, housing associations and framework providers.
• Ensure all bid submissions reflect company values, capabilities and operational strengths.

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience as a Bid Writer within a social housing maintenance contractor.
• Demonstrable experience bidding for voids, reactive maintenance, and kitchen & bathroom refurbishment contracts.
• Strong track record of producing successful submissions for housing associations, local authorities and public sector clients.
• Excellent written communication, organisation and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tender deadlines simultaneously.