Wednesday 27 March 2019

A Refresher on Participating in the Tendering System

In the simplest terms, tenders can be defined as an invitation for bids that are floated by diverse public and private sector organizations across the globe for the completion of any large scale project.  Through this system enterprises are able to invite quotes from various qualified suppliers and contractors operating in the industry.

In case of the tendering process, the particulars and specifications of a certain projects are featured and outlined in a document known as the Request for Tender. As a response to this specific document, the interested and qualified contractors in the relevant industry ideally would have to submit their distinct bids within a pre-defined deadline.  In these bids the contractors should underline the price that they would charge for the project, their expected project timeline and the quality of materials that they intend to use in it, as well as any other vital information that may be relevant and necessary. The contract is ultimately awarded to the contractors offering the most superior quality of products at the least price point in their bid.

The system of tendering additionally offers an incredible opportunity to start-ups and budding enterprises to acquire prestigious international contracts, purely based on their ability to convince the buyer.  Due to the highly meticulous and systematic process of tendering, there are absolute minimal risks of any bias or nepotism involved in it, and hence the bidders are judged solely on their merit and bid specifications. 

Nowadays, the tendering cycle commonly takes place on a virtual platform. Hence, contractors can easily participate in all kinds of international tenders online; be it those from Poland, Algeria or Australia tenders from all countries are easily accessible nowadays.

First step of participating in the process of tendering

To participate in any tender, whether national or international, contractors would firstly have to be aware of the tendering opportunities available in the market. Hence, they should be proactive about keeping an eye on the new tenders that are issued every other day in the market.  Contractors can typically find information about the various tenders floating in the industry through: 
  • Advertisements published in national and local newspapers
  • Advertisements published  in professional and trade based magazine that covers their particular area of business
  • Professional networks and trade organizations
  • Following up on contract notices published in trade magazines
  • Online tendering portals
Amongst the options mentioned above, the best way to find up-to-date details about any tender would be by keeping a track of the online tendering portals. Through them people can easily get quite accurate details about all kinds of international tenders online, be it those from Tanzania, Italy or Australia, and then proceed with applying for the same.

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