The BidScript Journal
Insights for the
Modern Bid Team
Strategies on proposal automation, knowledge management, and winning more government contracts.
2026: AI in Tender Management
In 2026, winning bids isn’t about better writing - it’s about AI-powered workflows, compounding knowledge, and scalable bid operations.
UK Autumn Budget: What It Really Means For Bid Teams In 2026
What does the UK Autumn Budget really mean for 2026? A clear, practical guide to how Budget decisions affect spending, procurement and business planning.
AutogenAI vs Loopio vs Responsive: Complete Platform Comparison for RFP Teams in 2026
Loopio, Responsive, and AutogenAI dominate RFP software conversations — but are they still the right fit for modern bid teams? This practical comparison breaks down pricing models, usability, collaboration, and AI automation.
The Bid Team's Knowledge Management Playbook
Everyone talks about efficiency, "single source of truth," and "content libraries," but when it comes down to it, most organisations are sitting on a mess of outdated PDFs, broken SharePoint folders, and half-written boilerplates scattered across desktops.
ChatGPT (and Claude) for RFP Responses: Where it can & can't help
On the surface, it feels like a silver bullet: instant drafts, fast automation, content on demand for just $20 a month, but does it truly deliver value?
The Best and The Worst Cases of AI in Bidding
There have been and we still all witness ridiculous claims being made and we thought we should break it down for you. Here is our list of the WORST and BEST use cases of AI in bidding.
7 Things a Bid Platform Should Actually Do (But Most Don't)
While most platforms focus on helping you write faster, BidScript is built to help you think, work — and win — smarter.
How to Find RFPs (and ITTs) and Actually Win Them — BidScript Style
Learn where to find RFPs and ITTs — and how to win them. This guide shows how bid teams discover the right tenders, access private opportunities, and focus on bids that actually convert.
What Is a Procurement Selection Questionnaire (PSQ)?
In December 2024, the UK Government rolled out the Procurement Specific Questionnaire (PSQ) — the new replacement for the old SQ under the Procurement Act 2023. This isn't just a mild update—it's a wholesale shift toward smarter, fairer, and more social-value-focused procurement.
What Is a Condition of Participation (CoP)?
Ever seen a contract notice that feels like a quiz before you even write your bid? That's what they call a Condition of Participation (CoP)—and it matters, because if you don't tick those boxes, you don't even get to play.