Bid Manager

3 weeks ago

City of Bristol, United Kingdom ARCA Full time
Job Description

Bid Manager – Digital Healthcare Consulting - Professional Services


ARCA’s Mission Statement:


ARCA is dedicated to accelerating digital transformation across the NHS by delivering best-in-class Resource & Consulting Solutions to advise and shape NHS digital strategy and implement patient-centred, digital solutions that enhance efficiency and improve healthcare outcomes.


In parallel, ARCA is committed to making a positive impact on the planet. We plant trees and invest in carbon reduction schemes for every Associate we place with the NHS, contributing to a sustainable future and aligning our business success with environmental responsibility.


In the past 3 years, ARCA has funded the planting the 26,700 through our partner, Ecologi -


By combining our passion for healthcare innovation with our commitment to sustainability, we strive to create a healthier, more connected population for both people and the planet.


ARCA’s journey to-date


ARCA will celebrate our fourth anniversary in the spring of 2025 – Since our inception, ARCA has grown organically (without investment). Today ARCA is a £15m turnover business, employing 10 people and with circa 150 Associates currently working on ‘live’ NHS Digital Transformation Programmes.


One of ARCA’s values is ‘to put service ahead of profit’ – Our team knows from experience that providing exceptional service will always lead to a sustainable and profitable business.


ARCA has ambitious growth plans for our Health Digital Consulting practice and the Bid Manager will play a pivotal role in driving the on-going success of the business.


Role Overview:


We are seeking an experienced and proactive Bid Manager to join ARCA’s Digital Healthcare Consulting Practice on a permanent basis, specialising in delivering best-in-class digital transformation Professional Services bids for NHS projects such as Electronic Patient Record (EPR) or Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) implementations.


Reporting to the Digital Health Director & Co-Founder, David Wylie and alongside our Digital Health Consulting Partner, Lisa Waller, the Bid Manager will lead the end-to-end bid process, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, compelling, and competitive proposals.


The ideal candidate will have strong organisational skills, a collaborative and creative mindset, and a deep understanding of healthcare consultancy and NHS procurement processes.


Key Responsibilities:


  1. Bid Management:
  • Own and manage the entire bid lifecycle, from initial opportunity qualification to submission and post-tender reviews.
  • Coordinate internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of bid responses.
  • Oversee bid planning, writing, and production to meet strict NHS deadlines and compliance standards.
  • Identify and track relevant government/NHS frameworks
  1. Proposal Development:
  • Develop clear, compelling, and tailored proposals aligned with the NHS's digital transformation needs and priorities.
  • Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) to gather input and ensure the technical and commercial accuracy of submissions.
  • Create and maintain a library of reusable content, case studies, and templates for efficient bid preparation.
  1. Client and Market Engagement:
  • Build strong relationships with NHS clients and ARCA’s partners to gain insights into their strategic goals and procurement processes.
  • Analyse and interpret tender documents, frameworks, and scoring criteria to align bids with client expectations.
  • Monitor and identify new business opportunities, frameworks, and procurement portals relevant to digital healthcare.
  1. Governance and Compliance:
  • Ensure all bids adhere to NHS and internal governance requirements, including frameworks such as G-Cloud, Non-Clinical Staffing, MCF4 or other public-sector procurement regulations.
  • Lead internal reviews, risk assessments, and sign-off processes.
  1. Continuous Improvement:
  • Conduct debriefs and lessons-learned exercises to improve future bid quality and processes.
  • Stay up-to-date with trends in digital healthcare and NHS policy to enhance the relevance of bids.


Qualifications and Skills:


  • Proven experience managing bids in a consultancy environment, ideally within digital healthcare or public sector projects.
  • In-depth knowledge of NHS procurement processes, frameworks.
  • Exceptional project management and organisational skills with a track record of meeting tight deadlines.
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills to coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
  • High attention to detail with the ability to write clear, persuasive, and client-focused proposals.
  • Proficiency in tools such as Microsoft Office Suite, bid management software, and CRM systems.


Location: Hybrid working with occasional travel to client sites and company offices as required.

Salary: Competitive and in-line with experience, with benefits and opportunities for professional development

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