Hi, I’m Heather Warrender, founder of Opal Bid Consultants and an APMP qualified bid professional with over 8 years of experience in bid management across construction, facilities management and the built environment.
I’ve worked with major FM organisations and construction contractors across residential, commercial, healthcare and education sectors, managing complex submissions and producing high quality, compliant bids.
Having worked on both sides of the process, I understand what evaluators look for and what it takes to create bids that score highly.
I started Opal Bid Consultants to help smaller construction and FM businesses compete directly for the opportunities they deserve.
Many SMEs have the expertise to win work, but not always the time or support to manage the tendering process confidently. My goal is to make tendering simpler, less stressful and more accessible.
I’m not a faceless agency or a typical bid writer.
My background is in psychology, which has shaped how I communicate and approach persuasive writing.
I’m also a trained Mental Health First Aider, so I understand the pressure tendering can bring and aim to keep the process calm and manageable.
Based in Leeds, I support businesses across the UK with flexible bid writing and tender support.
Every business is different, so I tailor my support to fit your needs.
Some clients need extra support for busy periods, while others need help managing the entire tender process alongside running their business. I start by understanding your goals, the opportunities you are targeting and where I can add the most value.
I enjoy working with businesses that see tendering as part of a long-term growth strategy, not simply a box-ticking exercise.
My aim is not just to help clients win one contract, but to help them build a sustainable pipeline of opportunities and long-term growth.
I’m not interested in quick, transactional relationships.
The best results come from long-term partnerships where I truly understand a client’s business, strengths and goals. Over time, this allows me to develop stronger case studies, more tailored responses and faster turnaround times because I already know what makes that business stand out.
