When bidding on a contract there is oftentimes an opportunity to attend a Pre-Bid
meeting. These meetings can be very valuable.

What is a Pre-Bid meeting?
According to www.pmweb.com, the purpose of a pre-bid meeting is to clarify any
concerns bidders may have with the contract documents, the scope of work, and other
details. Most projects require the attendance of interested bidders. Pre-bid meetings
are typically held one week or more after the announcement of the invitation for bids.
The pre-bid meeting can provide a chance to connect and make a good impression on
decision-makers and potentially other individuals present that you may be able to do
business with on future projects. Here are some additional benefits of attending pre-bid
meetings:

● Gain more in-depth clarification of contract and bid related details.
● See who some of your potential competitors are on the bid.
● Meet some or all (of the main) decision-makers in-person.
● A chance to make a good impression with your professionalism and represent
your brand
● Get questions answered on the procurement process and technical details.
● An opportunity to get a comprehensive understanding of the solicitation
● Position yourself for success by being a stellar participant in the pre-bid process.
● A rare opportunity to build a relationship with the procurement team
● Reduce uncertainty on questions that may come up later while working on the
proposal on your own. Some of the questions may be answered during the
pre-bid meeting.
● Gain helpful insights to help you prepare a better proposal for submission.