We have all fallen into the trap of believing RFP myths as facts. But, believing in these myths can cost you (read personal sleep coupled with added stress). Importantly, they can cost your business too – in money, resources, and even team morale.  In this article, we debunk three common RFP myths to help you…

When you think of an RFP, it’s not wrong to think of completing what seems to be an endless document full of questions. It’s easy to forget that so much research, insight, and careful strategy goes into developing a proposal. RFP writers are always finding innovative ways to inform their process by incorporating new trends…

Prior to beginning to venture into contracting with any federal agency, your business must first register with Sam.gov. But, it’s not as simple as 1-2-3. In order to make the process as smooth as possible, we put together information to help you understand exactly what SAM.gov is and what you can expect during registration.   What…

If your business responds to RFPs in the public or private sector markets, “compliance” is not an unfamiliar term to you. But, while it may have familiarity, it can also be intimidating. Especially in the public sector, it’s no surprise that if you neglect to meet every compliance requirement you are bound to be removed…

When beginning to collect your bid responses to any RFP for your first (or third!) time, it can quickly become disorderly. Assembling the numerous certifications, collecting your SMEs’ answers to technical questions, andgetting the legal team to review terms & conditions, are all small, but important, pieces of the RFP pie. Without crossing every t and…

Small and medium-sized business leaders all over the world share one common takeaway from the past year. At some point, each and every one of them has had to rethink some, or all, of their business strategy. Those who respond to RFPs in the public or private sector are no different. As everything was put…

Our team of bid experts are continuing to answer your most frequently asked questions! From identifying the differences between local, state and federal RFPs to clarifying just how much your team needs to be involved in the process, we want you to feel confident tackling your next RFP. And, if you missed last week’s edition,…

At The Bid Lab, we are committed to serving as your go-to resource for all things RFPs.  To that end, we compiled a list of our most frequently asked questions from both prospects and current clients. In this two-part series, we answer all of your most pressing questions about the RFP process and The Bid…

Upon taking your first steps into the public contracting arena, two things may have happened, with likely the same outcome. One, you may have opened the first RFP, skimmed through the twenty (or more) pages, thought to yourself “I don’t have the time for this” and then went about your normal day-to-day. Or two, you…