The questions in the SSQ have been developed to ensure compliance with the European Single Procurement Document [https://single-market-economy.ec.europa.eu/single-market/public-procurement/digital-procurement/european-single-procurement-document-and-ecertis_en?lang=en] (ESPD). Its overall purpose is to streamline the supplier selection process, especially for SMEs. Although there are many similarities with the PQQ [https://www.executivecompass.co.uk/services/pqq-writing/], many of the questions have been refined and simplified.

At Executive Compass, we provide professional PQQ (pre-qualification questionnaire), and SQ (selection questionnaire) writing services, supporting you to progress to the next stage in the bidding process.

It can be tempting to start writing as soon as you receive a tender; however, it is important that you carefully plan all aspects of your bid and tender application. As part of our bid management, tender management services and tender and bid writing services [https://www.executivecompass.co.uk/services/bid-and-tender-writing/], we work with you to develop an effective bid strategy that works for your business with the bid management services we offer explained below.

To create a winning bid document, it is important to consider the visual impact of your bid (such as use of graphics and design) to stand out against your competition. The first impression an evaluator has of your company is how your tender document is presented.

All your bid writing and tender writing needs, whatever shape, or size, will be met by our professional tender writers and consultants. Upon request, you will receive a fixed fee, no-obligation quotation for our bid and tender writing services. This is tailored to your tender, so you know exactly what you are paying in advance, with no hidden costs.

The process of bidding for both public and private sector work can be complex and time-consuming. Get it right and the rewards mean it’s all worthwhile as you have secured work that will help your business grow. However, if you get it wrong, it can be expensive without leading to any benefits, and potentially detrimental to your business.

The Publicly Available Specification, or PAS 91 as it’s more commonly known, is a standardised pre-qualification questionnaire that aims to reduce the need for suppliers to complete a multitude of questionnaires for different commissioning authorities when bidding for contracts.

Interim bid support from an external organisation can save your company the expense, risk and hassle associated with recruitment, onboarding and employment, all whilst guaranteeing the support from an industry professional. It is especially common for a larger, ‘must-win’ bid, where you may need additional resource for a short period of time.