Vicky Poole

Vicky Poole

Vicky Poole, with 15 years in strategic sales, specialises in Commercial, Government, and Third Sector tenders. Founder of Tender Response, she leads a team aiding SMEs in public sector bids.

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31st May 2024 Tender Analytics: Business Analytics for Competitor insight in London

Leverage business analytics for competitor insight in London. Enhance your strategic decisions with data-driven analysis.

24th May 2024 Could specialist bid writing support help you win cleaning contracts in London?

Explore how specialist bid writing support can help you win cleaning contracts in London. Learn about our tailored services for the cleaning industry.

17th May 2024 Bid writing services in London

Explore our professional bid writing services in London. Learn how we can help you craft winning bids and secure contracts.

29th April 2024 Using Business Analytics to sell more effectively in London

Explore how specialist bid writing support can help you win cleaning contracts in London. Learn about our tailored services for the cleaning industry.

29th April 2024 Why social value questions can be scored differently – and what to do about it

Learn why social value questions can be scored differently in tenders and what you can do about it. Enhance your bid responses with strategic insights.

12th April 2024 The three key differences between tender writers and content writers

Understand the three key differences between tender writers and content writers. Learn why specialized skills are crucial for successful bids.

3rd April 2024 Why it’s worth investing in your stock content?

When you’re writing tender and bid submissions, it’s no exaggeration to say that every word matters. Getting your proposal to stand out isn’t just about listing your capabilities and quoting a fair price, you also need to be able to effectively communicate your value proposition. Doing that time and time again from scratch can be […]

28th March 2024 Grants for new business start ups in London

Discover available grants for new business start-ups in London. Learn how to secure funding to kickstart your business.

28th March 2024 Finding Tenders and Contracts in London

In the world of business procurement, efficiency and staying ahead of the competition are paramount. As technology advances, procurement portals have emerged as indispensable platforms for accessing business opportunities.

21st March 2024 Bid writing specialist offers free guidance on new government Carbon Reduction Contract Schedule

Tender Response to provide free Carbon Reduction Plan baseline service to clients From 1 April 2024, Crown Commercial Services are including an option contract schedule for suppliers as part of their procurement process. The schedule refers to carbon reduction initiatives, carbon reduction plans and environmental and sustainability standards. The carbon reduction contract schedule is optional […]

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27th October 2025 How to Write a Good Response to a Public Sector Tender Question

For SMEs bidding into the public sector, success often hinges on one thing: the quality of your written responses. While pricing matters, most public contracts are awarded based on best value — and that means achieving a strong score in the quality section of your tender. Crafting a high-scoring response isn’t about creative writing or […]

Bid Writing & Tender Management
17th October 2025 How to make your bid better (before submission)

In the final hours before a bid submission, it’s tempting to rely on instinct and experience. But even seasoned bid teams can miss critical marks, especially when frameworks evolve, scoring matrices shift, and buyer expectations become more nuanced. Experienced bid teams leave nothing to chance… we like to evaluate our bids against the tender requirements […]

Bid Writing & Tender Management
17th October 2025 Getting ready for G Cloud 15

With G-Cloud 15 applications opening on 23 October 2025, the race is on. But while some consultancies are pushing urgency, at Tender Response, we believe in strategic calm, not last-minute scrambles. Why should you apply to G Cloud? G-Cloud remains the UK public sector’s flagship cloud procurement route, with over £16 billion awarded since 2012. […]

Bid Writing & Tender Management