Bid Writer

Vadella Bidco

9h

About The Position

DFP Services, part of the Vadella Group, is seeking a Bid Writer to support submissions across the group’s compliance services, including fire, electrical, mechanical, air, water, hazardous materials, health and safety consultancy, and height safety. The role involves sourcing, collating and writing high-quality tenders and proposals, tailoring submissions to customer requirements, and clearly presenting customer benefits alongside company policies and procedures. The Bid Writer takes ownership of submissions from start to finish in a deadline-driven environment and works with internal personnel across operating companies to gather evidence. The role also includes preparing and presenting to prospective customers when a presentation is required.

The position reports to the Bid Manager and Commercial Manager. The Bid Writer critically analyses tender documentation, leads kick-off meetings to present a storyboard and identify evidence needed for a compelling submission, and supports wider company communications through brochures, proposals and graphics. DFP Services welcomes applicants with or without APMP qualification; the company will fund the qualification after successful completion of probation for those who are not yet qualified.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of demonstrable experience in a bid writing role.
• Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment.
• Excellent written communication skills and grammar.
• Ability to organise workload and manage time effectively.
• IT literate.

Nice To Haves

• APMP Foundation qualification.
• Degree in a related field, such as English or Journalism.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality tender submissions and proposals.
• Write clear, focused method statements that highlight benefits.
• Source and collate information and evidence for tenders.
• Communicate with internal stakeholders across operating companies to gather relevant information and evidence.
• Take ownership of submissions from start to finish and meet the requirements of the Bid Plan.
• Critically analyse tender documentation and lead kick-off meetings to present a storyboard and identify required evidence.
• Proofread documentation before sending it to the Bid Manager for review.
• Manage communication between the client and company throughout the bid process using tender portals.
• Prepare and present to prospective customers when a tender submission requires a presentation.
• Develop company documentation, including brochures and proposals.
• Create high-quality graphics to support tender responses.
• Write engaging case studies and method statements.

Benefits

• Company pension scheme.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Fully funded APMP qualification after successful completion of probation for applicants who are not yet qualified.
• Clear route to a higher salary; salary rises to £40,000 when an unqualified applicant passes APMP.
• Salary of £40,000 for applicants who are already APMP qualified.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed