Writing a Winning Tender

Please note: this event is run by the Small Business Development Corporation for small business owners in Western Australia only.

Preparing a tender submission can be a daunting process for many business owners. Not only do you want your submission to meet the tender requirements, but you also need to stand out in the crowd.

Go through the step by step process of planning, writing and submitting a clear and compelling tender submission. You will learn to interpret and understand the tender requirements and address the selection criteria. Uncover the tips, lessons and tactics used to write a winning tender.

This topic covers:

• Understanding and interpreting the tender information documents
• Addressing the selection criteria
• Highlighting your qualifications and experience
• Standing out from your competitors - what are your unique selling points?
• Tailoring capability statements and other documents to accompany the tender response
• Understanding budgets and pricing
• Choosing the right referees
• Insurance and other requirements

This workshop is for businesses wishing to submit tenders to secure a contract or funding.

The facilitator of this topic, Business Foundations has been helping small to medium businesses equip themselves with the skills and knowledge they need for almost 30 years. With tailored programs expert direction and valuable advice, they help more than 2500 business start, evolve and grow sustainably each year. 

Important booking information

Got a query? Check our Workshop Frequently Asked Questions or get in touch with us at workshops@smallbusiness.wa.gov.au. 

Bookings are limited to two tickets each, however you can make more than one booking. If you are booking for more than one person, please provide each person's email address so they receive our emails with important links and downloads.

To book for larger groups, please contact us on 133 140 or email workshops@smallbusiness.wa.gov.au

If you cannot attend, please cancel so your place can be made available to another business owner. You can cancel your booking from the update order button on your order confirmation email. Cancellations and refunds for paid workshops can be made up to 24 hours before the workshop starts.

Additional information for workshops

We are committed to supporting all WA small business owners, including those with diverse needs. Our workshops are delivered in a variety of buildings, locations and formats. If you would like further information about accessing a particular workshop, please email workshops@smallbusiness.wa.gov.au or call 133 140.