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Government Tender Specialist – Kerala

Role Overview

The Government Tender Specialist will be responsible for identifying, evaluating, preparing, and submitting government tenders and RFPs related to IT, software development, digital transformation, websites, mobile applications, CRM systems, AI solutions, cloud services, and technology consulting projects.

The ideal candidate should possess hands-on experience working with Kerala Government departments, public sector undertakings (PSUs), local self-government institutions, universities, and procurement portals.

Key Responsibilities:

>Tender Identification & Opportunity Management
- Monitor and identify relevant tender opportunities through:
1. Kerala e-Tender Portal
2. GeM (Government e-Marketplace)
3. Government departments and agencies
4. Universities and educational institutions
5. Smart City and digital transformation initiatives
6. Public sector undertakings (PSUs)
- Maintain a pipeline of upcoming tenders and opportunities.
- Analyze eligibility criteria and bid requirements.
- Evaluate tender viability and recommend participation.

> Bid Preparation & Submission
- Prepare and coordinate complete tender submissions.
- Review RFPs, RFQs, EOIs, and tender documents.
- Develop compliance matrices and bid checklists.
- Coordinate with technical, design, finance, and management teams for proposal preparation.
- Compile technical, commercial, and legal documentation.
- Ensure timely submission through online procurement portals.

> Documentation & Compliance
- Maintain updated company documentation including:
1. Company profiles
2. Project portfolios
3. Case studies
4. Financial statements
5. Certifications
6. Experience credentials
- Track EMDs, bid securities, performance guarantees, and contractual requirements.
- Ensure compliance with all tender conditions and eligibility requirements.

> Government & Stakeholder Coordination
- Liaise with government departments and procurement authorities.
- Attend pre-bid meetings and clarification sessions.
- Coordinate responses to tender-related queries.
- Track corrigenda, amendments, and bid notifications.

> Reporting & Analytics
- Maintain tender tracking reports.
- Monitor bid outcomes and success rates.
- Conduct competitor and market analysis.
- Provide management with regular updates on opportunities and submissions.

Required Qualifications:

> Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Information Technology, Commerce, or related field.
> Minimum 3 years of experience in government tendering and bid management.
> Experience working with Kerala Government procurement processes.
> Strong understanding of IT and software project tenders.
> Familiarity with GeM and e-procurement platforms.
> Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
> Strong documentation and proposal-writing abilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

> Experience handling technology-related tenders involving:
- Software Development
- Mobile Applications
- Website Development
- CRM Solutions
- AI & Automation Projects
- Cloud Services
- Digital Transformation Projects
> Existing network within Kerala Government departments, PSUs, universities, or technology procurement teams.
> Understanding of government contracting and procurement regulations.

Key Skills:

> Tender Management
> Bid Management
> Proposal Writing
> Government Procurement
> GeM Portal Operations
> Kerala e-Tender Portal
> Documentation & Compliance
> Stakeholder Management
> Contract Review
> Market Research
> Microsoft Office Suite
> Project Coordination

Success Metrics:

> Number of qualified tenders identified.
> Bid submission accuracy and compliance.
> Tender win rate.
> Value of projects secured.
> Timely completion of tender submissions.
> Growth of government-sector business opportunities.

Why Join Us?

> Opportunity to work on impactful government technology projects.
> Exposure to digital transformation initiatives across Kerala.
> Collaborative and innovation-driven work environment.
> Career growth within a rapidly expanding technology company.
> Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives.

Interested candidates should have demonstrable experience in successfully managing and submitting government tenders, particularly within the IT, software, and digital services sectors.