Things I wish I’d known when I wrote my first bid
Below follows my list of golden rules that I always follow on any bid, regardless of size and complexity. I wish someone had given me this list all those years ago when I tackled my first bid. I’m giving it to you now so that you don’t have to make all the mistakes that I made.
The list comprises, rather uncomfortably for the superstitious, 13 rules – but hopefully they’ll bring you only good luck.
Happy bidding!
1 Look for opportunity. There are numerous ways of getting to hear about new opportunities, so keep your ears (and eyes!) open. Start a systematic campaign to target selected prospects, join your local chamber of commerce, sign up to the right public ...