Senior Bid Manager Public Sector (CCS & Outsourcing Frameworks) Location: UK Remote Package: FTC 3 Months - £8k-£10k per month. (Transition to full time role). Initial 3-Month FTC - Transition to Permanent Role About the Role We are seeking an experienced Bid Manager with deep expertise in public sector procurement, Crown Commercial Service (CCS) frameworks, and BPO/BPM outsourcing bids. The successful candidate will lead high-value, complex tenders, ensuring compliance, maximising win rates, and driving revenue growth within the UK public sector. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong bid management, sales acumen, and stakeholder engagement skills to secure long-term contracts and expand our presence across key government and public sector accounts. Key Responsibilities Bid & Tender Leadership Lead end-to-end bid management for public sector tenders, including Pre-Qualification Questionnaires (PQQs), ITTs, RFPs, and Dynamic Purchasing Systems (DPS). Develop winning bid strategies, ensuring alignment with evaluation criteria and scoring mechanisms. Coordinate cross-functional teams (Sales, Legal, Operations, Finance) to produce compelling, compliant, and commercially viable proposals. Conduct bid reviews, risk assessments, and compliance checks to enhance submission quality. Analyse bid feedback, refine processes, and implement best practices to improve future win rates. Public Sector Framework & CCS Management Manage CCS frameworks (e.g., RM6229, RM6160) and other public sector procurement routes (G-Cloud, DOS, etc.). Ensure compliance with procurement regulations (PCR 2015, Social Value Act, Cyber Essentials, etc.). Maintain framework documentation, track renewals, and identify new framework opportunities for expansion. Monitor contractual obligations, KPIs, and reporting requirements to ensure adherence. Sales & Account Growth Work closely with the Sales and Account Management teams to convert tender wins into long-term contracts. Identify upsell/cross-sell opportunities within existing frameworks. Develop client engagement strategies, including presentations, negotiations, and post-submission clarifications. Build strong relationships with public sector procurement teams, CCS, and key decision-makers. Market Intelligence & Competitive Strategy Conduct market research to track public sector procurement trends, policy changes, and emerging opportunities. Benchmark against competitors, analysing bid performance and refining our positioning. Provide insights to shape business development strategies and enhance win probability. Essential Skills & Experience Proven track record in public sector bid management, with CCS framework expertise and a strong win rate. Experience in BPO/BPM outsourcing bids (e.g., contact centres, back-office operations, digital transformation). Strong understanding of public sector procurement rules, compliance, and evaluation methodologies. Ability to structure compelling bids, including value propositions, case studies, and commercial models. Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple bids under tight deadlines. Strong negotiation, stakeholder management, and presentation skills. Commercial acumen ability to assess pricing strategies, risk, and profitability. Familiarity with IT/digital solutions in a public sector context (desirable). Desirable Qualifications APMP (Association of Proposal Management Professionals) certification (or equivalent). Knowledge of social value, sustainability, and ESG requirements in public sector bids. ADZN1_UKTJ