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Bid Cost Calculator

Estimate the real cost of bidding on a public tender — from preparation time to guarantees and compliance.

Tender Details

Cost Breakdown

Preparation Time
€1,155(33h)
Bid Guarantee (1%)
€5,000
Documents & Certificates
€300
Legal & Compliance
€500
Total Estimated Cost€6,955
Total Time33 hours

Performance Guarantee (if you win)

If awarded, you'll need a performance guarantee of approximately €25,000

With Tendersight AI

€6,000

Estimated Cost

10h

Estimated Time

You save €955 (14%)

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Bid Cost FAQ

Typical costs include staff time for bid preparation, bid guarantee (1-2% of tender value), document preparation (certificates, translations, notarizations), legal review, and travel for site visits.

A bid guarantee (or tender security) is a financial commitment, usually 1-2% of the estimated contract value, that ensures bidders don't withdraw after submission. It's typically a bank guarantee or insurance bond.

Using AI-powered tools like Tendersight can reduce preparation time by up to 70%. Reusing previous bid documents, maintaining up-to-date company profiles, and using ESPD auto-fill features also help significantly.

A performance guarantee (5-10% of contract value) is required after winning. It ensures contract fulfillment and is typically released after successful delivery.

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