How we filter construction notices
A notice is worth opening if the work, location and likely value suit your team. Look at the delivery address and scope as well as the title. Some notices combine several trades or cover a wider region than the summary suggests.
Read the notice stage before deciding what to do
A tender with an open deadline calls for a bid decision. Early market engagement is a chance to understand a buyer’s plans. A framework award can tell you which firms to approach about subcontracting. The shortlisted action depends on the stage.
A worked example
A council advertises a leisure-centre refurbishment. A fit-out firm might check whether internal works are let as a separate lot, then confirm the tender deadline and buyer requirements before assigning estimator time. This is an illustrative example.
Where alerts fit in the weekly shortlist
Tender and framework opportunities are part of the weekly project shortlist, alongside planning signals and direct enquiries. The shortlist costs £295 a month.
Can I search for public tenders myself?
Yes. Our UK construction tender guide explains where to search and what to look for before you start a bid.