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At Tender Response, we understand that navigating new government systems can be daunting—especially when they directly impact your ability to bid for public sector contracts. With the introduction of the Procurement Act 2023, many suppliers are unsure how to access critical information like their PPON or generate a Share Code. That’s why we’ve created this […]
At Tender Response, we know that sustainability is no longer a “nice to have”—it’s a core requirement in public sector procurement. With the introduction of the Carbon Reduction Contract Schedule and updates to PPN 06/21, suppliers bidding for government contracts—especially those over £5 million—must now demonstrate a clear and credible commitment to Net Zero. In […]
Have you been asked for additional policies for Tender Responses? All public sector tenders will include a requirement for comprehensive statements on modern slavery, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Health, safety and Environment (HSE) in the standard supplier questionnaire (SSQ). These areas reflect critical legal and ethical obligations that any supplier must meet […]
The United Kingdom public sector procurement system undergoes rapid transformation at present. The process of public sector procurement in the UK has shifted beyond delivering the most suitable technical solution. The procurement process has undergone changes which affect how contracts are designed and supplier selection occurs and what criteria must be fulfilled. The following three […]
Public sector tenders often come with detailed specifications — but not always. Sometimes, content may feel vague or open to interpretation, prompting suppliers to consider submitting a clarification question. But here’s the thing: not all ambiguity is bad. In fact, there are moments when not asking a question can give you a strategic edge — […]
SMEs need to focus equally on both the quality of their proposals and the precision of their public sector bids. The public sector evaluation process frequently eliminates suppliers through preventable minor errors instead of their technical proposal content. The following section presents three typical mistakes which frequently occur in tender submissions together with methods to […]