Bid Manager - NHS Tenders

We provide innovative linen and laundry services, along withsustainable, reusable products to the NHS. Our mission is to support healthcarefrontline teams with efficient, eco-friendly solutions that deliver real valueto patients, professionals, and the public sector.

The Role

We're looking for a strategic and motivated Bid Managerto lead our NHS and public sector tender submissions. You’ll manage around 20bids a year, owning the process from start to finish—working with commercial,operational, and subject matter experts to produce clear, persuasive,high-scoring responses.

This role suits someone who thrives under pressure, managesmultiple projects with ease, and enjoys digging into service models and data toimprove every submission.

• Basingstoke, Birmingham
• Full-time
• Permanent

Essential

• Proven bid/tender experience (NHS/public sector preferred).
• Managing a big and challenging internally, not simply creating a response
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Strong project management and multitasking abilities.
• Skilled at working with and influencing busy stakeholders.
• Quality-focused, curious, and improvement-driven.

Desirable

• Knowledge of NHS procurement.
• Experience with bid tools or CRM.
• Familiarity with scoring frameworks (MEAT, social value).
• Background in journalism, PR, or technical writing.

• Lead Bids: Own the full bid cycle—from qualification to submission—ensuring alignment with NHS needs.
• Write Responses: Craft strong answers to 8–10 qualitative questions per bid, focusing on our strengths and impact.
• Engage Teams: Gather insights from across the business and manage stakeholder input.
• Ensure Quality: Final editor for every submission—ensuring clarity, accuracy, and compliance.
• Improve Continuously: Review feedback, update best-practice libraries, and raise quality with each bid.
• Plan Ahead: Track upcoming tenders and manage internal timelines.
• Drive Innovation: Help evolve how we showcase our services, sustainability, and value.

• 33 Days Holiday
• Company Pension
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Life Assurance
• Private Medical

• Salary £45,000 - £50,000 DOE
• Be part of a purpose-led business contributing directly to the improvement of public healthcare.
• Work in a dynamic environment where your input directly shapes our success.
• Enjoy autonomy, support, and the chance to help refine our bid strategy and storytelling over time.
• A collaborative and inclusive culture that values curiosity, integrity, and impact.

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity. We are able offer, and encourage career growth, and have national coverage to facilitate ambition.