Technical Bidding Officer at Baran Telecom Networks Kenya Limited

The Technical Bidding Officer is responsible for preparing, managing, and submitting competitive bids and proposals for technical projects. This role requires close coordination with cross-functional teams, including engineering, procurement, and finance, to ensure accurate, high-quality, and timely submissions that align with client requirements and company objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Bid Preparation and Submission

• Analyze and interpret tender documents, RFQs, RFPs, and other bidding requirements.
• Develop comprehensive bid strategies, ensuring alignment with technical and commercial requirements.
• Prepare, compile, and submit high-quality bid proposals, ensuring compliance with submission deadlines.
• Coordinate with internal teams to gather technical, financial, and legal inputs for bid documentation.
• Review and edit bid content for accuracy, consistency, and clarity.

Technical and Financial Coordination

• Work closely with engineers, project managers, and procurement teams to develop competitive technical proposals.
• Ensure cost estimates and pricing strategies are in line with company financial goals and market competitiveness.
• Conduct risk assessments on proposed bids and suggest mitigation strategies.
• Identify value-added solutions to enhance bid competitiveness.

Market and Competitor Analysis

• Conduct research on industry trends, competitor strategies, and potential business opportunities.
• Maintain an updated database of bidding opportunities and past bid performance for analysis.
• Develop strategic partnerships with suppliers, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to strengthen bid proposals.

Compliance and Documentation

• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and company policies in all bid submissions.
• Maintain organized records of all bid submissions, contracts, and related documents.
• Coordinate with legal and finance teams to review contractual terms and obligations.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Liaise with clients and regulatory bodies to clarify bid requirements and expectations.
• Facilitate bid presentations and post-bid negotiations.
• Provide feedback to internal teams regarding bid outcomes and improvement areas.

Requirements

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Technical related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in bidding, tendering, or proposal management, preferably in a technical industry (e.g., telecommunications, construction, energy, IT).
• Proven experience in preparing and managing successful bid submissions.
• Strong understanding of procurement and contract management processes.
• Familiarity with regulatory and compliance requirements in the bidding process.