Job Summary:
The Technical Bidding Officer is responsible for preparing, managing, and submitting competitive bids and proposals for technical projects. This role requires close coordination with cross-functional teams, including engineering, procurement, and finance, to ensure accurate, high-quality, and timely submissions that align with client requirements and company objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
Bid Preparation and Submission
- Analyze and interpret tender documents, RFQs, RFPs, and other bidding requirements.
- Develop comprehensive bid strategies, ensuring alignment with technical and commercial requirements.
- Prepare, compile, and submit high-quality bid proposals, ensuring compliance with submission deadlines.
- Coordinate with internal teams to gather technical, financial, and legal inputs for bid documentation.
- Review and edit bid content for accuracy, consistency, and clarity.
Technical and Financial Coordination
- Work closely with engineers, project managers, and procurement teams to develop competitive technical proposals.
- Ensure cost estimates and pricing strategies are in line with company financial goals and market competitiveness.
- Conduct risk assessments on proposed bids and suggest mitigation strategies.
- Identify value-added solutions to enhance bid competitiveness.
Market and Competitor Analysis
- Conduct research on industry trends, competitor strategies, and potential business opportunities.
- Maintain an updated database of bidding opportunities and past bid performance for analysis.
- Develop strategic partnerships with suppliers, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to strengthen bid proposals.
Compliance and Documentation
- Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and company policies in all bid submissions.
- Maintain organized records of all bid submissions, contracts, and related documents.
- Coordinate with legal and finance teams to review contractual terms and obligations.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Liaise with clients and regulatory bodies to clarify bid requirements and expectations.
- Facilitate bid presentations and post-bid negotiations.
- Provide feedback to internal teams regarding bid outcomes and improvement areas.
Requirements
Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Technical related field.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in bidding, tendering, or proposal management, preferably in a technical industry (e.g., telecommunications, construction, energy, IT).
- Proven experience in preparing and managing successful bid submissions.
- Strong understanding of procurement and contract management processes.
- Familiarity with regulatory and compliance requirements in the bidding process.