Building Success – How BidHelp.co.uk Transformed a Small Construction Company’s Bid Outcomes

Background

A small family-run construction business in the UK had built a solid reputation for quality craftsmanship on commercial and industrial projects. As their ambitions grew, they began exploring public and private tenders for larger contracts to scale their business. While the team had technical expertise in construction, they lacked experience and confidence in writing competitive bids. With tight budgets and deadlines, they struggled to craft proposals that truly showcased their strengths.

Determined to improve their success rate, the company turned to BidHelp.co.uk for professional support.

Challenge

Like many small businesses, the company faced several hurdles when bidding for contracts:

1. Limited Experience: Their bids often lacked a compelling narrative and failed to align with tender evaluation criteria.
2. Time Constraints: Running daily operations left little time for refining their bid-writing skills.
3. Resource Restrictions: Hiring a full-time bid consultant was beyond their budget, making it difficult to access expert guidance.
4. Missed Opportunities: They found themselves consistently shortlisted but rarely winning, losing valuable contracts to better-presented competitors.

The company needed an affordable, flexible solution to help them build stronger bids without disrupting their operations.

Solution

The construction business booked a series of short online mentoring sessions with BidHelp.co.uk:

• 30-Minute Session: This initial session focused on identifying quick wins, such as improving the structure and tone of their executive summaries and aligning their bids with scoring criteria.
• 1-Hour Session: During a deeper dive, BidHelp’s expert worked with the team to tailor their value propositions, highlight unique selling points, and address specific weaknesses in their proposals.
• 2-Hour Workshop: In a follow-up session, the team was guided through creating a reusable bid template and developing stronger answers to commonly asked questions.

All sessions were conducted online, providing flexibility for the team to fit them into their busy schedules. BidHelp’s tailored, practical advice empowered the team to implement changes immediately, ensuring every minute spent was productive and impactful.

Results

The company quickly began to see the value of their investment in BidHelp mentoring sessions:

• Increased Win Rate: Within three months, the business successfully secured two contracts worth £250,000—a significant milestone for their growth.
• Improved Efficiency: By using the bid template developed with BidHelp, the team reduced their bid preparation time by 40%, allowing them to respond to more opportunities.
• Enhanced Confidence: With clear, actionable guidance from BidHelp, the team felt empowered to approach tenders with renewed optimism and a more strategic mindset.
• Cost-Effective Growth: For a fraction of the cost of hiring a consultant, the company gained access to expert support, proving that great results don’t require breaking the bank.

Moving Forward

The construction business plans to continue leveraging BidHelp’s online mentoring sessions as part of their growth strategy in 2025. With a better understanding of bid writing and a clear process in place, they’re confident in pursuing larger, more complex contracts in both public and private sectors.

For this small business, BidHelp wasn’t just about winning contracts—it was about building a foundation for long-term success. Their story demonstrates how even small investments in expert advice can yield significant results.