The BidScript Journal

Bid Management - Resources, Guides & Best Practices

Everything you need to write, manage, and win more bids

Strategies on proposal automation, knowledge management, and winning more government contracts.

Knowledge management playbook for proposal teams — centralised bid content library replacing SharePoint, Google Drive and OneDrive
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Knowledge Management for Bid Teams: A 9-Pillar Playbook

Everyone talks about efficiency, "single source of truth," and "content libraries," but when it comes down to it, most organisations are sitting on a mess of outdated PDFs, broken SharePoint folders, and half-written boilerplates scattered across desktops.

Using ChatGPT and Claude for RFP responses — AI bid writing vs purpose-built RFP response software
Comparison
5 min read

ChatGPT (and Claude) for RFP Responses: Where it can & can't help

On the surface, it feels like a silver bullet: instant drafts, fast automation, content on demand for just $20 a month, but does it truly deliver value?

The 7 things your bid software should be doing — bid management platform feature checklist
Comparison
5 min read

What a Bid Management Platform Should Actually Do (And How to Choose One)

While most platforms focus on helping you write faster, BidScript is built to help you think, work — and win — smarter.

Sourcing and winning ITTs and RFPs — finding tenders and improving bid win rate
Strategy
5 min read

How to Find RFPs and ITTs in the UK: A Practical Guide for Bid Teams

Learn where to find RFPs and ITTs — and how to win them. This guide shows how bid teams discover the right tenders, access private opportunities, and focus on bids that actually convert.

PSQ — Pre-Selection Questionnaire explained for UK procurement
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What Is a Procurement Selection Questionnaire (PSQ)?

In December 2024, the UK Government rolled out the Procurement Specific Questionnaire (PSQ) — the new replacement for the old SQ under the Procurement Act 2023. This isn't just a mild update—it's a wholesale shift toward smarter, fairer, and more social-value-focused procurement.

CoP — Confirmation of Permission explained for UK public sector procurement
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What Is a Condition of Participation (CoP)? UK Procurement Act 2023 Guide

Ever seen a contract notice that feels like a quiz before you even write your bid? That's what they call a Condition of Participation (CoP)—and it matters, because if you don't tick those boxes, you don't even get to play.

Who are bid professionals — bid manager, proposal manager and bid team roles explained
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What Is a Bid Professional? Roles in a Modern Bid Team

Bid professionals are strategic specialists who manage, write, and shape winning proposals. They combine bid management, proposal writing, and commercial insight to turn complex requirements into compelling bids.

Title illustration: What is a Bid Manager — group of cartoon business professionals
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What Is a Bid Manager? Role, Skills and Day-to-Day

A bid manager does far more than submit tenders on time. They lead strategy, align teams, shape win themes, and ensure every bid meets the buyer’s needs. Learn what a bid manager really does, why the role is evolving, and how the right tools can help you win more bids.

What is a bid writer — bid writing team role explained
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What is a Bid Writer?

A bid writer turns complex business insight into compelling, compliant submissions that win work. Discover what bid writers do and why they matter.