Security Tenders: PQQ’s, ITT’s and DPS’s Explained 

For many UK security companies – whether you’re providing manned guarding, CCTV systems, keyholding, or mobile patrols – the public sector presents a variety of opportunities. However, winning contracts through competitive tendering can be complex, especially when you’re faced with terms like ‘PQQ’, ‘ITT’ and ‘DPS’.  But what do they mean? and what’s the difference […]

Writing Security Tenders for Non-Technical Buyers: Explaining Security Services Simply

At Bid Writing Services, we specialise security tender writing services that transform complex security operations into clear, confident bid content that speaks directly to the person evaluating your submission. Most security tenders are NOT read by technical experts—they are read by procurement officers, school leaders, estates managers, or housing teams. This means writing in a […]

How to Decide if a Security Tender is Worth Bidding For…

Now more than ever, when bidding for security tenders is becoming extremely competitive, it’s important to understand that not every security tender opportunity is a good one. If you don’t take the time to consider the tender requirements and specifics, you risk:  So – how do you know which UK security tenders are worth your […]

How to Write a Mobilisation Plan for a Security Company 

Winning a security contract is only the beginning, delivering it well starts with a strong security mobilisation plan. The mobilisation period sets the tone for any contract and lets your client know how you operate, how organised you are and what your priorities are.   Regardless of your service type, whether that be manned guarding, CCTV […]

How Are Security Tenders Scored?

If you’re eyeing up a UK security tender, whether for manned guarding, CCTV monitoring or access control, you’ll need to understand how your submission will be evaluated.   Buyers are not just looking for the cheapest option, they want the ‘Most Economically Advantageous Tender’ (MEAT). In this blog, we’ll break it all down simply so you […]

Do You Need Accreditation to Win Security Tenders?

At Bid Writing Services (BWS), we work closely with security companies of all sizes—from newly launched firms to established providers looking to scale into larger public and commercial contracts.   One of the most common stumbling blocks we help clients navigate is accreditation. Not just whether you need it (you often do), but which ones matter […]

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