Tender Writing Services:

Your Path to Winning Government and Industry Tenders

Do you need help with tender writing?

May be you’re short of time or don’t have the staff to prepare your next tender submission?

Bid Writing Services, Perth and regional Western Australia

Welcome to Clayton Consulting WA, your partner in winning tenders and bids. In today's competitive business landscape, a well-crafted tender / bid can make the difference between winning a lucrative contract and missing out on a game-changing opportunity to grow your business. At Clayton Consulting WA, we specialise in writing winning tender submissions to help businesses like yours succeed and grow.

Why Professional Tender Writing Matters

First Impressions Count -  Your bid submission is the first interaction the tender assessment panel will have with your business. Make it count.

Complex Requirements - Government and industry tenders often have requirements that might be unfamiliar to you.  This includes addressing requirements relating to the Western Australian Industry Participant Plan, Aboriginal Procurement Policy, Modern Slavery Act 2018; WA Plastics Policy, WA Climate Policy, Australian Government Privacy Act and a range of other government policies.

Depending on the value of the tender and issuing agency, there might be a range of policies you will need to address in your tender submission.  We carefully review the tender documents for any specific policy requirements including those not mentioned that might have an impact on the tender you are responding to. We stay updated on any new or changing government policies by attending briefing sessions held by the Western Australian Department of Finance and the Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation.

Government Experience – Our CEO, Priscilla Clayton was a career public servant with almost two decades of experience in the public sector.  During this time she coordinated Tender Evaluation / Assessment Panels and has built up an in-depth knowledge of government procurement policies, and what the Evaluation Panels look for in tender submissions.

We are Local - Our home is Geraldton Western Australia and we have an office on St George’s Terrace in Perth; we are proud of our regional WA roots. We understand the nuisances in Western Australian government tenders.

Industry Best Practice - In a sea of submissions, a professionally written tender response helps you stand out from the mundane.  We use industry best practice methodology to prepare your bid submission. We are certified by the Association of Proposal Management Professionals (APMP).

The Association of Proposal Management Professionals (APMP) certification is the international standard for developing and demonstrating proposal management competency.

So what does it mean for our customers?

It means your bids and proposals are prepared by an accredited bid writer who uses internationally recognised best practice. This makes your tender submission highly competitive, increasing your chances of winning!

Tailored Solutions: Each bid is customised to align with the evaluation criteria with an emphasis on how your solution will solve your customer’s problems. We position your business as the ideal solution to the buyer's needs, emphasising your unique value proposition.

Clear Communication: We translate complex ideas into clear, persuasive language that resonates with the tender assessment panel. We also keep you informed every step of the way while preparing your tender submission.

Your success is our priority!

We believe in building relationships founded on shared victories. Our intent is not to hard-sell but to offer a partnership that genuinely supports your growth ambitions. Breaking into the government tendering sector is a significant opportunity. Let us help you navigate the journey to winning government tenders.  

What our customers say about us…

  • “Thank you Priscilla! Simply amazing, Priscilla from Clayton Consulting has assisted us to win Tenders we would never of achieved on our own, more than this Priscilla is always such a pleasure to work with and we consider her part of our team. We couldn't recommend Priscilla and Clayton Consulting high enough, a true asset and advantage to any company. Thank You Priscilla, look forward to working with you again very soon!.”

    Lee Harrington - Director, HCS Group AUST Pty Ltd

  • "I recently worked with Priscilla from Clayton Consulting WA to prepare a government Common Use Arrangement (CUA) tender submission for cleaning products. Her attention to detail and professionalism was outstanding and thanks to her expertise, we are on the panel of preferred suppliers. I highly recommend Clayton Consulting WA to anyone seeking assistance with government tender submissions.”

    Neil Allison - Director, Briskleen Supplies

  • “Working with Clayton Consulting WA made the process of tendering for this very important contract absolutely effortless and easy. From the very start to the end, Priscilla & her team were thorough and excellent in communicating what was the best way to prepare the tender and got the job done well in time for submission. Thank you so much for your assistance Priscilla in winning this contract. I highly appreciate your input all along the way. I highly recommend anyone looking at winning some major contracts to get in touch with Clayton Consulting. You will be well looked after all the while.”

    Tanya Vaz – 1000 Mile Travel Group

Tender Writing Services We Provide:

  • Writing Tender Responses

    Full Service Tender Writing

    Full Service Tender Writing is our most popular package and includes the following:

    • Kick-off Meeting to identify win strategies for your tender proposal

    • SWOT Analysis to develop a detailed analysis of your current business situation

    • Develop customised solution tailored to the buyer’s requirements

    • Executive Summary – carefully crafted using APMP best practice

    • Customised Content tailored to the buyer’s requirements including using APMP best practice

    • Experienced professional bid and tender writer certified by the APMP

    • Personal Service – You will receive personal service from Priscilla Clayton.  She is the person who answers your inquiries and the person who prepares your tender submission

    • Project Management – You are provided a detailed Gantt Chart, so you know when to expect the DRAFT tender submission and how quickly you are required to provide written feedback

    • You are kept informed through regular communication and updates during the tender writing process

    • Customised document template and graphics

    • PDF version of the completed tender submission

    Add-On services:

    Western Australian Industry Participation Strategy - WAIPS

    • We conduct a thorough analysis of your business and supply chain to develop a customised Industry Participation Plan.  Depending on the contract value, we will prepare your Core or Standard Industry Participation Plan to highlight the economic and social benefits you will deliver for the Western Australian government.

    • Here are some tips if you decide to prepare your WAIPS document yourself.

    • Uploading the Final Tender Submission

    • Many of our customers prefer that we upload the signed-off version of their tender submission.  Once uploaded the receipt and PDF copies of all documents including attachments are forwarded to you.

  • Priscilla Clayton from Clayton Consulting WA. Tender Review Service

    Tender Review Service

    We review your previous tender submission and recommend strategies for improvement based on industry best practice recommended by the Association of Proposal Management Professionals - APMP

  • Bid Library Creation

    A bid library. aka content library is a collection of documents about your business kept at a central location that you can refer to when preparing your tender submission.

    Your bid library is a saleable product, vital when you are selling your business to a new owner. The content library should be kept current; it is part of your risk management plan and succession plan. The new owner can seamlessly prepare tender submission using information from your bid library.

    We will help you prepare your bid library and keep it up-to-date.

    We recommend that your bid library contain information such as your ABN, ACN, current insurance certificates, Capability Statement, organisation chart, detailed case studies with key metrics and more.

    By having a bid library will save you time and your sanity when preparing tender submissions. Refer to our video below on what to include in your Bid Library.

Tender Writing Tips

Where to find advertised tenders in Western Australia

How to Set Up a Bid Library/ Tender Toolbox

Case Study: What is it and what to include in your tender case study

Capturing Local Content for your government tender submission

Types of Tenders We Excel In

We help businesses like yours respond to tenders advertised on TendersWA, AusTenders, Tenderlink and Vendor Panel (also known as e-Quotes), industry tenders advertised on the buyer’s website.

  • Common Use Arrangements (CUA) – we have prepared multi-million dollar government and non-government CUA for our customers.

  • Request for Tender (RFT)

  • Request for Proposal (RFP)

  • Expression of Interest (EOI)

  • Request for Quotation (RFQ)

  • Invitation to Tender (ITT) is for businesses that are pre-qualified.

Industries We Serve:

We have extensive experience researching and writing winning bids for a wide range of industries in Western Australia. These include:

  • Building Tenders - We helped our customers prepare tenders for Social Housing and Age-Friendly Housing

  • Civil Engineering Tenders - We helped our customers prepare bid submissions for constructing road infrastructure in rural and remote Western Australia

  • Commercial Cleaning Tenders

  • Commercial Plumbing Tenders

  • Corporate Travel Tenders - We researched and prepared bids for complex travel arrangements for government agencies

  • Janitorial Products Tenders

  • Mining Tenders – We highlight your company’s safety record and Aboriginal engagement to deliver customer focussed solutions

  • Pest Control Tenders for government buildings and infrastructure

  • Professional Services Tenders - : Including legal, accounting, and property valuation services

  • Security Services Tenders for government buildings and infrastructure

  • Social Services Tenders – examples of tenders we prepared and won for our customers include Housing First for Rough Sleepers

  • Trades Tenders  - Repair and Maintenance of social housing and government buildings and infrastructure

Our industry-specific knowledge means that your tender tells your customer how you will solve their business problems.

This is Our Tender Writing Process

1. Initial Consultation: We start by understanding your business, capabilities, and the specific opportunity you're pursuing

2. Tender Analysis: We thoroughly review the tender documents, identifying key requirements and evaluation criteria.  We also review relevant government policies relating to your tender

3. Strategy Development: We conduct a Competitor Analysis and a SWOT of your business to identify your value proposition. Based on these we create a tailored approach to address the buyer's needs effectively

4. Content Creation: Our skilled writers craft compelling, clear, and concise responses that address and comply with the tender requirements

5. Compliance Check: We prepare a Compliance Matrix to make sure every aspect of your submission meets the necessary compliance standards and that we answer the questions!

6. Review and Refinement: Your tender submission is critically peer reviewed several times to ensure the highest quality standards

7. Final Presentation: We use strong visuals to make sure your tender submission stands out from the pack.

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“If you are looking for assistance in developing a tender document you could not do better than using Clayton Consulting WA to assist you in the process. We have used them in the past and are more than happy to recommend this Company to anyone looking for assistance in tendering. Priscilla addresses all of the tender requirements and if necessary will research all information to assist you in getting the best outcome. Their high success rate is due to their attention to detail. Their punctuality in submitting our tender document and constant communication and update throughout the process is very much appreciated.”

— Malcolm Whitby CEO, KAJARINYA PTY LTD