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Bid Writer - Public Sector
full-timePoole$40k - $45k

Summary

Location

Poole

Salary

$40k - $45k (GBP)

Type

full-time

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About this role

We are a service-led vehicle rental provider with a strong reputation in the UK public and fleet sectors. Our focus is simple: reliable delivery, clear commitments, and contracts we can stand behind. We work extensively with public sector customers, where compliance, clarity and value for money are critical.

Winning public sector work depends on submitting fully compliant, well-structured, high-scoring bids. This role is central to that objective.

About You

This role suits a bid writer who understands public sector procurement, not just proposal writing.

You will have:

  • Proven experience writing public sector bids, including Frameworks, DPS, Call-Offs and ITTs.
  • Strong working knowledge of UK public procurement processes and evaluation methodologies.
  • The ability to analyse complex tender documentation and identify mandatory, scored and evidential requirements.
  • A disciplined, concise writing style aligned to public sector scoring criteria and word limits.
  • Experience translating operational, financial and technical input into clear, evidence-led responses.
  • The confidence to challenge weak, generic or incomplete input from internal stakeholders.
  • Excellent editing and review skills, with a zero-tolerance approach to errors and non-compliance.
  • Confidence using AI-assisted bid writing and content management tools to improve efficiency and consistency, while retaining full ownership of accuracy, compliance, evidence and final submission.

This is a fully office-based role. Face-to-face engagement with operational, fleet, finance and legal teams is essential to produce accurate, defensible public sector submissions. Hybrid or remote working is not available for this role.

The Role

You will take ownership of public sector bid submissions, ensuring every response is compliant, competitive and score-focused.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Managing the end-to-end public sector bid process from opportunity review through to submission.
  • Analysing ITTs, Framework documentation and Call-Off requirements to identify risks and scoring opportunities.
  • Developing clear win themes aligned to public sector priorities such as value for money, risk management, service delivery and compliance.
  • Writing, coordinating and refining evidence-based responses that maximise evaluation scores.
  • Managing and chasing internal stakeholders to secure accurate, timely and defensible input.
  • Ensuring all submissions are fully compliant with tender instructions, formatting requirements and attachments.
  • Maintaining and improving bid libraries and reusable content.
  • Reviewing evaluator feedback and driving continuous improvement in bid quality and consistency.
  • Supporting re-bids, framework renewals and contract variations where required.

This is a delivery-focused role. You are accountable for quality, compliance and deadlines.

What We Offer

  • £40,000 - £45,000 dependent on experience.
  • A stable, office-based working environment with direct access to subject matter experts and decision-makers.
  • The opportunity to influence and secure long-term public sector contracts.
  • A business that values accuracy, accountability and delivery over noise.

Other facts

Tech stack
Bid Writing,Public Sector Procurement,Tender Documentation Analysis,Writing Style,Evidence-Led Responses,Editing Skills,AI-Assisted Tools,Stakeholder Management,Compliance,Risk Management,Service Delivery,Value for Money,Continuous Improvement,Frameworks,Call-Offs,ITTs

About U-Drive

Established in 1982, U-Drive is a family-owned and operated vehicle rental company supplying cars, LCVs, and specialist vehicles across the UK. Alongside a growing fleet of over 4,000 high-quality vehicles, maintained to an exceptional standard, our expert team offer superb customer service and a network of branch locations across England and Wales.

Our customer base is diverse, spanning all areas of both the public and private sectors of business, including Local Authorities, water and utility companies and housing associations. We are suppliers on multiple UK government frameworks, including ESPO, Crown Commercial Service (CCS), and Halton Housing, and offer short, flexible, and long-term hire, with or without maintenance, as well as commercial vehicle sales. This ensures that all our customers benefit from our ‘one stop shop’ facility for all fleet requirements.

Our senior management team has a combined experience of over 100 years within the vehicle rental industry and are committed to offering industry leading products and services. We are also proud members of the British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association.

For further information regarding our services and locations, please visit www.u-drivepro.co.uk or speak directly with our dedicated Central Reservations team on 0800 980 9966.

Team size: 51-200 employees
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Industry: Equipment Rental Services
Founding Year: 1982

What you'll do

  • You will take ownership of public sector bid submissions, ensuring every response is compliant, competitive and score-focused. Key responsibilities include managing the end-to-end public sector bid process and developing clear win themes aligned to public sector priorities.

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What does U-Drive pay for a Bid Writer - Public Sector?

U-Drive offers a competitive compensation package for the Bid Writer - Public Sector role. The salary range is GBP 40k - 45k per year. Apply through Clera to learn more about the full compensation details.

What does a Bid Writer - Public Sector do at U-Drive?

As a Bid Writer - Public Sector at U-Drive, you will: you will take ownership of public sector bid submissions, ensuring every response is compliant, competitive and score-focused. Key responsibilities include managing the end-to-end public sector bid process and developing clear win themes aligned to public sector priorities..

Why join U-Drive as a Bid Writer - Public Sector?

U-Drive is a leading Equipment Rental Services company. The Bid Writer - Public Sector role offers competitive compensation.

Is the Bid Writer - Public Sector position at U-Drive remote?

The Bid Writer - Public Sector position at U-Drive is based in Poole, England, United Kingdom. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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