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.

More posts from Vicky Poole

21st August 2024 The power of strategic proposal and bid writing

Unlock the power of strategic proposal and bid writing. Learn techniques to craft compelling bids that win contracts.

30th July 2024 Tender Response launches new analytics service to predict market trends

Introducing Tender Analytics, The Power to Predict. Tender Response has announced the launch of a new consultancy service, Tender Analytics, designed to revolutionise the way businesses approach tendering. With a focus on analysing past, present and future tenders, Tender Analytics provides critical insights to help businesses understand market trends and stay competitive. Tender Analytics gives […]

2nd July 2024 Construction Contracts in London

Are you looking for Construction Contracts in London Could specialist bid writing support help you win construction contracts in London? Preferred supplier status for construction companies is usually awarded on a 12-month rolling term which provides little long-term guarantee for businesses. However, in the public sector, construction companies can secure their spot on a procurement […]

18th June 2024 5 reasons to hire a bid agency to help write a winning bid response

Discover the top five reasons to hire a bid agency for your bid responses. Learn how professional support can increase your chances of success.

14th June 2024 Market research and competitor insight using business analytics

Tender Analytics by Tender Response saves you time, money and energy on Public Sector Contracts In public sector procurement, having the right data can mean the difference between winning and losing a tender. At Tender Response, we offer suppliers cutting-edge tools and insights to navigate this complex landscape effectively. Our product, Tender Analytics, provides comprehensive […]

5th June 2024 Tender Response client secures £3.7 million County Council contract

See how a Tender Response client secured a £3.7 million county council contract. Learn about our strategic support and successful bid strategies.

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.

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1st October 2026 Stop Chasing Tenders: Build a Public-Sector Growth Strategy

A tender lands in your inbox. It looks broadly relevant. The deadline is three weeks away. Someone decides it is worth a shot. Suddenly, diaries are rearranged, information is being chased, case studies need updating and the team is trying to produce a competitive response alongside their day jobs. Sound familiar? For many SMEs, this […]

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15th September 2026 Why Good SMEs Still Fail to Win Public-Sector Work

You can be excellent at what you do and still struggle to win public-sector contracts. We see this regularly. A business might have loyal customers, an experienced team, strong service delivery and years of industry knowledge. Yet when it starts competing for public-sector work, the results don’t reflect the quality of the business. The assumption […]

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1st September 2026 Tender Response Writing Methodology – Winning Bid Standard

This document should sit alongside the Knowledge Base as an instruction/reference document, not as supplier evidence. I recommend putting the following content into it. 1. Purpose This document defines the required methodology, structure, writing style and evidence standard for drafting tender quality responses. It is a writing and response methodology only. Examples from previous tenders […]

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