TENDER SUPPORT
Our fully managed tender service provides comprehensive support from the initial identification of needs through to contract award. We handle every aspect of the procurement process, ensuring compliance, transparency and value for money.
What’s Included?
1 Pre-Procurement Stage
Guidance on Procurement Best Practice
Our procurement specialists provide expert advice to help you achieve the best outcomes.
Tender Documentation Templates
We consult with the school and support on the specification and assist in setting evaluation criteria. We provide ready-to-use templates, issue documents and guides and support to obtain any TUPE and asset information from incumbent suppliers (if relevant).
2 Procurement Stage
Document Review
Before publication, we thoroughly review all documents to ensure accuracy, clarity, and compliance.
DfE & ESFA Compliance Assurance
We ensure your procurement adheres to government guidelines, mitigating risks of non-compliance.
Tender Publication via e-Tendering Portal
We manage the entire publication process using our secure e-tendering platform, ensuring transparency and compliance.
Supplier Communications & Clarifications
We act as the point of contact for supplier queries, providing timely and accurate responses.
Tender Evaluation & Scoring Support
We guide your team through bid assessment and scoring.
Tender Report – Risk Mitigation & Due Diligence
We provide a detailed evaluation report, outlining compliance checks, risk assessments, and justifications for selection.
Publishing Feedback Letters
We handle all bidder communications, including feedback letters and award notifications, ensuring transparency.
Contract Award Support
We facilitate the final stages of the tender process, supporting you in awarding contracts to the successful supplier.
3 Contract Management
Optional Ongoing Contract Management
For schools requiring additional post-tender support, we offer ongoing contract management to oversee performance and service delivery.
Your next steps
Your key contact:
Victoria Lawson
Education Business Manager
Victoria has a passion for helping MATs and schools achieve their goals of cost savings and compliance.
Start your tender with us
Your first step to get support with your tender is to fill out the form below. We will get back in touch with you to arrange a video call to explain more and answer any questions you have.
