Bidding for public sector contracts can open new doors for your business, but meeting compliance requirements is often the first hurdle. Many SMEs find themselves caught out by missing documentation or unclear policies, which can mean the difference between winning and losing a bid. This week, we’re sharing the essentials Read more
The landscape of public sector procurement in the UK is undergoing a significant transformation with the introduction of the Procurement Act 2023. One of the most crucial changes is the requirement to register on the Central Digital Platform (CDP), which will serve as the primary hub for supplier information, public procurement opportunities, Read more
For many small social care providers, the idea of bidding for large local authority or NHS contracts can seem daunting. Competing against national organisations with bigger teams and larger budgets might feel like an uphill battle. But here’s the good news: small care providers can and do win big tenders—and often Read more
The Procurement Act 2023 is set to bring transformative changes to public sector procurement in the UK, with a focus on efficiency, transparency, and creating opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). To help you understand what this new legislation means for your organisation, we have prepared an introductory video Read more
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has introduced a new inspection and regulation framework, aiming to create a consistent, transparent, and outcome-focused approach to assessing health and social care services. For small social care providers, this new regime can bring challenges, coming to terms with changes whilst managing their ongoing business. Read more
As experts in winning social care tenders, we are often approached by companies newly registered with CQC for advice on developing the business. Getting local authority business can be challenging, but it is possible for new home care businesses to succeed. Register with the Care Quality Commission (CQC). The CQC is Read more
How to Get Your Audience to Take Action Persuasive writing is a type of writing that is designed to convince the reader to take a particular action. It can be used to sell products, promote ideas, or change behavior. Persuasive writing is often used in advertising, marketing, and public relations. Read more
Winning a tender for social care often requires a minimum rating from the Care Quality Commission (often “requires improvement” is enough, although some tenders require a minimum rating of “good”). Social care providers registered with CQC need to actively manage their relationship with the regulator as well as auditing the Read more
Bid writing is a complex and time-consuming process. It requires a deep understanding of the tender requirements, as well as the ability to communicate your company’s value proposition in a clear and concise way. If you don’t have the time or resources to do it yourself, hiring a bid writing Read more
Measuring and Reporting Social Value – The TOMs Framework The National Social Value Measurement (National TOMs) Framework is a tool that helps organizations measure and report on the social value they create. The framework is based on five key areas of social value: jobs, growth, social, environment, and innovation. The Read more