Becoming a successful tender writer?

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Becoming A Successful Tender Writer?
The tender writing application process provides
both short-term and long-term opportunities to
businesses that may not have has access to
previously or may not have thought possible for
them. These tender writing applications need
careful consideration, thought, planning and
effort put into them in order to be successful.
Businesses must understand that there is no gain
in hand passing tender writing applications to an
existing employee such as an administration
assistant, media consultant or even a senior
manager who does not have the skills to
effectively write the tender application.
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Businesses must realise is that tender
application writing is a craft that takes time
and a multitude of skills. Tender application
writing requires a particular type of person who
has the necessary skills and abilities to create
a document that addresses all the technical parts
required. What are some of the qualities make up
a successful tender application writer? Why
should organisations think about employing a
tender writer for their tender writing
applications? Here are the top skills we see as
essential for a tender writer.
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Excellent communication skills both verbal and
written 
It is probably obvious that tender application
writers must also have superior written
communication skills in order to answer all
questions in most clear and concise way possible.
However, it is important to note that tender
application writing is not just about answering a
set of questions posed in a document. What may
not be as clear is that tender application
writers must also have excellent verbal
communication skills in order to communicate with
the tenderer to discuss in more detail the
requirements and expectations of the tender
application. 
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They may also be required to communicate verbally
with clients, customers and referees that can
provide supporting evidence for the application.
So, make sure that whoever you choose to
undertake your tender application is able to
communicate both verbally and in a written form.
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Time management skills and the ability to work
under pressure
Tender application writers must be able to work
well under pressure and be aware of the time
frames associated with the tender they are
applying for. An experienced tender application
writer will plan out the tender writing process,
looking at each question individually and
calculating what evidence may be needed to
support the question. The writer will allow time
for proof reading and review by senior management
staff as well as additional time to make any
changes required. It should never be
underestimated how long a tender may take to
write and working to a plan assist in this
process.
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Make sure to ask your tender writer for their
written plan on how they will achieve the final
document within the designated timeframes. This
will provide you with a clear understanding of
the process and direction they are taking as well
as giving you an idea of the time you need to set
aside to review the document.
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Ability to think outside the box
Tender writing often requires creatively in order
to answer the questions asked. Tender application
writers must be able to show tenderers that they
can offer them the best service and the most
benefits. They want to see an organisation that
stands out, one that goes above and beyond and
one that can address issues and problems should
they arise.
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Answers that think outside of the box to
produce excellent benefits for the tenderer will
be remembered and go a long way towards your
success. While it is important to be creative
remember to always be honest and dont over
exaggerate what you can achieve. If you are
successful you will be locked into what you have
said you can do. Dont make the mistake of not
being able to deliver on your promises.
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Research and computer skills
More often than not tender application writing
required significant research. Tenderers will
request information relating to company profiles,
policies and procedures, staff inductions and
training, financial statements just to name a
few. Therefore, tender writers must have the
ability to research the necessary documentation,
interpret it and pull out the essential
components required to complete the tender. 
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They must then attach this documentation to the
relevant questions and ensure that it is
references correctly. Of course, in this day and
age it goes without saying that this will be
collected and submitted electronically. So of
course your chose tender written must be familiar
with email, spreadsheets, budgets and word
documents just to name a few.
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Before you undertake your next tender writing
project perhaps think about who is the most
suited person for the job. Is there actually
someone with the required skills within your
organisation or do you need to outsource the task
for success? Red Tape Busters has been operating
for over 15 years and has hand-picked its
consultant to ensure that they have all the
tender writing skills mentioned above. Each
consultant has worked in the industry for several
years and will work with you to produce the best
tender possible. Red Tape Busters are specialist
in grant and tender writing and can help your
organisation or business win grant funding or
achieve successes with tenders. Visit
http//www.redtapebusters.com for more
information.
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• We are specialists in providing the following
  services
• Lobbying
• Tender Writing
• Grant Writing
• Resumes/Job Applications
• Organisational/Business Development.

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