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Bid Manager, Gloucester (Hybrid/flexible) - £50k-£60kOur client is a growing and ambitious provider of fire, security, and electrical compliance solutions across the South of the UK. With a strong track record in building trust and long-term client relationships, particularly within housing and public sector organisations, they are now entering an exciting phase of expansion.This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company that values technical expertise, invests in its people, and offers genuine career development opportunities while contributing to safer, more connected communities.The RoleThe Bid Manager will play a pivotal role in supporting the company’s growth ambitions by leading the end-to-end bid process for Housing Association and public sector tenders. You will identify opportunities, manage pipelines, engage stakeholders, ensure compliance, and deliver high-quality, tailored, high-scoring submissions on time and in full.Key Responsibilities:Own and maintain a rolling bid pipeline across portals and frameworks, surfacing new opportunities weekly.Lead bid/no-bid decisions and maintain clear documentation on criteria and risks.Manage bid schedules, track milestones, dependencies, risks, and mitigations.Build strong relationships with buyers, framework managers, and partner organisations to influence pipelines and shape submissions.Coordinate internal stakeholders (Sales, Operations, Finance, Social Value) and run structured bid kick-offs, review meetings, and approvals.Ensure full compliance with tender requirements – word counts, formats, annexes, and scoring criteria.Produce high-quality, benefits-led proposals, including method statements, social value, sustainability, H&S, and pricing narratives.Maintain a digital bid library and explore ways to streamline processes using technology and tool