Pricing for Tender Success
Learn to calculate Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) [5, 6], set sustainable profit margins between 15% and 30% [7], and avoid the 'Management Fee' trap that disqualifies many entrepreneurs [8, 9].
Module 1
Profit Margins and Industry Benchmarks
Understanding how to set sustainable markups that cover your costs while remaining competitive in both public and private sectors [1, 2].
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Setting Margins: 15% to 30% for Supply vs. 30% to 50% for Services
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The Danger of 'Bid Suicide': Why Quoting Too Low Leads to Failure
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Value Chain Analysis: Negotiating with Manufacturers for Better Margins
Module 2
Calculating Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
Going beyond the unit price to account for the hidden costs of rendering a long-term service or delivering a product [3, 4].
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TCO Fundamentals: Labor, Delivery, and Overtime Considerations
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Logistics Math: Using National Tariff Rates for Per-Kilometer Pricing
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Multi-Year Contracts: Including Price Escalations and Validity Periods
Module 3
Structuring the Winning Quote
Advanced techniques for itemizing your bill and using credible language to justify your costs to procurement committees [5, 6].
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Escaping the 'Management Fee' Trap: Professional Naming Alternatives
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Itemization Mastery: Breaking Down Site Coordination and Compliance Costs
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The Best and Final Offer (BAFO): How to Negotiate When There is a Tie