Choosing the right tender writing support is a vital decision for social care providers.
As a registered manager or owner, you’re juggling countless responsibilities – from ensuring compliance and maintaining care quality to securing contracts that sustain your organisation.
The right partner can make all the difference, not just in winning tenders but in alleviating your workload and helping your service thrive.
Here are some important questions to ask as you compare tender writing specialists, supported by a comparison table illustration below:
Do They Truly Understand Social Care?
Social care is unique. It’s not just about policies and procedures; it’s about people – both those you care for and those in your team. You need a partner who lives and breathes social care. Consider:
- Are they specialists in social care, or do they work across multiple sectors?
- Can they demonstrate a deep understanding of your challenges and priorities?
Why it matters: A team like Insequa, focused solely on social care for 13 years, brings unparalleled insight into your world, ensuring your tenders speak the right language.
How Experienced Are They?
Experience in social care provides a deep understanding of the sector’s unique challenges. Over time, it equips specialists with invaluable insights into compliance hurdles, evolving regulations, and what commissioners prioritise in tenders. Additionally, ask yourself: Is the whole lifecycle of your bid managed by someone with personal, senior experience working in the care sector? This level of expertise can ensure your tender resonates with commissioners while addressing the operational realities of care provision.
- How many years have they been working with social care providers?
- What is the combined experience of their team in this sector?
Why it matters: Insequa’s team has a collective 148+ years of social care experience. We’ve been in your shoes and have faced the same hurdles you encounter today, enabling us to guide you with practical, proven advice.
Do They Offer Holistic Support?
Tender writing is rarely straightforward. It often touches on multiple aspects of your operations. A comprehensive service can save you time and stress. Key areas to explore include:
- Provider Information Returns (PIR): Will they guide you through this critical process?
- Social Value: Can they help you articulate and demonstrate your organisation’s impact?
- Growth Planning: Do they support your long-term ambitions?
- Mock Inspections: Can they help prepare you for a CQC visit?
- CQC Compliance: Do they provide in-depth guidance to keep your organisation on track?
Why it matters: Insequa’s services are designed to support you in every area, giving you peace of mind and freeing up your time to focus on care delivery.
How Many Tenders Have They Supported?
Experience with tenders is a key indicator of expertise. Find out:
- How many social care tenders have they completed?
- What is their success rate?
Why it matters: Insequa has successfully supported over 4,000 social care tenders, working with nearly every local authority in the UK. This extensive track record showcases not only our dedication but also our in-depth knowledge of local needs and expectations, ensuring your tender aligns perfectly with commissioner priorities.
Do They Offer Practical Insights?
Your tender partner should provide more than just paperwork—they should offer real-world advice grounded in experience. Ask:
- Do they have team members with hands-on social care experience?
- Can they provide examples of how they’ve helped organisations like yours?
Why it matters: Insequa’s team includes former social care professionals who bring empathy and practical insights to every project.
Let’s take a deeper dive – comparison table
Ask the questions. Test the experts.
Choosing the right tender writing specialist can feel daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. At Insequa, we’re here to help you navigate the process. We’re happy to answer your questions, provide some free consultancy, and show you what a difference working with true social care specialists can make.
Get in touch with us today. Test our expertise. Ask the questions that matter to you. Let us help you win—not just tenders, but the trust and confidence of those who rely on your care.
