Bid and Tender Writer

2 days ago

Poole, Poole, United Kingdom U-Drive Full time £35,000 - £40,000 per year

U-Drive is one of the UK's leading independent vehicle rental and fleet management companies, supplying cars, vans, and specialist commercial vehicles nationwide. We're proud to support clients across the housing association, construction, civils, and infrastructure sectors, delivering reliable service, modern vehicles, and flexible rental solutions.

As we continue to grow, we're seeking an experienced Bid & Tender Writer to help us secure new business opportunities, manage compliance frameworks, and strengthen our presence across both public and private sectors.

You're a confident, detail-driven communicator with proven experience in bid or tender writing, ideally within a regulated or service-driven sector such as transport, construction, or fleet.

Essential skills and experience:

  • Proven success in bid or tender writing for public or private sector frameworks.
  • Understanding of procurement and accreditation processes (e.g. Achilles, Vantify, Constructionline).
  • Excellent written communication and editing skills, with a strong eye for detail.
  • Organised, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple deadlines and stakeholders.
  • Comfortable using modern digital tools and platforms to support efficient bid development and document management.
  • Collaborative mindset with the ability to work cross-functionally across teams.
Requirements
The Role

Reporting to the Commercial Director, you'll take ownership of U-Drive's bid, tender, and accreditation processes — ensuring we remain competitive, compliant, and well positioned for future growth.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Writing and managing high-quality bid and tender submissions for frameworks such as TPPL, CCS, ESPO, and many more.
  • Identifying, managing, and reviewing multiple tender portals to ensure all opportunities are captured.
  • Overseeing company registrations and profiles on industry-specific accreditation platforms such as Achilles, Vantify, and Constructionline.
  • Working collaboratively with Operations, Fleet, Health & Safety, HR, and other teams to ensure all policies, processes, and accreditations remain compliant and up to date.
  • Producing persuasive, well-structured written responses that clearly demonstrate U-Drive's value proposition.
  • Monitoring procurement trends, frameworks, and upcoming opportunities in key sectors.
Benefits
  • Competitive salary of £35,000–£40,000 per annum (depending on experience)
  • Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
  • A collaborative, supportive environment where your expertise directly shapes business success.

  • Technical Bid Manager

    4 days ago

    Poole, Poole, United Kingdom Brook Green Solutions Limited Full time £60,000 - £120,000 per year

    Job Description The Company My client are a leading transport and ticketing solutions provider headquartered in Poole, Dorset. Operating in 4000 towns and cities across Europe, they have many of the leading transport authorities among their client base. The Job As the Technical Bid Manager you will work closely with the UK Head of Sales to evaluate bidding...

  • Estimator

    1 week ago

    Poole, Poole, United Kingdom Greendale Construction Ltd Full time £40,000 - £60,000 per year

    ABOUT USGreendale Construction Limited is a leading Chartered Building Company offering a comprehensive service, successfully delivering a wide range of projects across all sectors within the Dorset/Hampshire/Wiltshire conurbation.We undertake new build and refurbishment works for our clients by traditional, design & build and partnering procurement methods....

  • Internal Sales Manager

    7 days ago

    Poole, Poole, United Kingdom Universal Business Team Full time £60,000 - £80,000 per year

    Are you a data-driven, people orientated leader who thrives on coaching teams to exceed targets?Do you have the maturity and mindset to lead a diverse sales function through change and growth?If this sounds like you, a respected B2B business is looking for an Internal Sales Manager to lead a high-performing team and support the Head of Sales in delivering...

  • Internal Sales Manager

    7 days ago

    Poole, Poole, United Kingdom UBT Full time £40,000 - £80,000 per year

    Are you a data-driven, people orientated leader who thrives on coaching teams to exceed targets?Do you have the maturity and mindset to lead a diverse sales function through change and growth?If this sounds like you, a respected B2B business is looking for an Internal Sales Manager to lead a high-performing team and support the Head of Sales in delivering...

  • Internal Sales Manager

    1 week ago

    Poole, Poole, United Kingdom Tower Supplies Full time £40,000 - £80,000 per year

    About the jobYou will lead and develop the Account Management team to achieve sales targets and the Sales Support Administrators to deliver effective support to the team.Setting daily and weekly sales targets to achieve monthly revenue and margin key performance indicators.Job title: Internal Sales ManagerReporting to: Head of SalesContract type:...

  • Programme Manager

    3 days ago

    Poole, Poole, United Kingdom Aspire JOBS Limited Full time £80,000 - £96,000 per year

    Job Description Programme Manager - Software and hardware engineering environmentLocation : Dorset (office-based with travel to Northern Ireland)Salary to c£80k negotiable base plus 12% MIP and benefitsRole Summary :-Our client is looking for a Programme Manager who will be responsible for delivering one of their most prestigious projects to an important...

  • Junior Project Manager

    3 days ago

    Poole, Poole, United Kingdom IMI Full time

    OverviewIMI plcWe are a global specialist engineering company that creates breakthrough solutions. We are curious and like to solve problems, partnering with our customers to solve the demands of today and prepare for the challenges of tomorrow. We embrace innovation and care about outcomes that are good for business, everyday life and making a better world...

  • Junior Project Manager

    4 days ago

    Poole, Poole, United Kingdom IMI Plc Full time

    Work typeFull TimeReferenceICE-646005LocationPoole, United KingdomOverviewIMI plcWe are a global specialist engineering company that creates breakthrough solutions. We are curious and like to solve problems, partnering with our customers to solve the demands of today and prepare for the challenges of tomorrow. We embrace innovation and care about outcomes...

  • Finance Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Poole, Poole, United Kingdom Yunex Traffic Full time £60,000 - £100,000 per year

    Uniting what's next in traffic.At Yunex Traffic, we launch cities into the future with forward-looking infrastructure and transport solutions, making mobility safer, more efficient and more sustainable for all. Do you want to make a difference with the work you do? Join us as a Finance Manager – Operations (Manufacturing) based in Poole,...

  • Finance Manager

    3 days ago

    Poole, Poole, United Kingdom Yunex Traffic Full time £40,000 - £60,000 per year

    Location:Poole, GB, BH17 7ERType of Employment: Full-timeCareer Level: ProfessionalJob Family: Controlling, Accounting & FinanceDate posted: 12 Nov 2025Uniting What's Next In Traffic.At Yunex Traffic, we launch cities into the future with forward-looking infrastructure and transport solutions, making mobility safer, more efficient and more sustainable for...