Tender analysis
Tender analysis that compares bids on a genuinely equal footing.
When tenders come back, the headline figures rarely tell the whole story. We normalise the returns, surface qualifications and exclusions, and set out what needs clarifying before anyone is appointed.
Independent
Consultancy on your side — not a builder
Over 35 years combined experience
Across James and Caroline’s careers
Both sides
Client-side and contractor-side support
Aldershot based
Hampshire, Surrey and Berkshire
Free consultation
A 30-minute conversation to start
Who it is for
Is this the right support for you?
- Property clients and developers who have received formal tender returns
- Homeowners on larger projects with several detailed bids
- Contractors comparing subcontract or supplier packages
- Anyone who needs a clear, written basis for an appointment decision
Problems it helps avoid
- Bids priced against different assumptions or scope interpretations
- Qualifications and exclusions that change the real cost
- Provisional sums and allowances set at very different levels
- Programme, preliminaries and payment terms that are hard to compare
What you receive
Clear, practical deliverables.
Caroline leads tender analysis, drawing on procurement and tender-comparison experience, with James supporting on technical scope, programme and delivery risk.
- Tender comparison schedule, normalised line by line
- Summary of qualifications, exclusions and assumptions
- Clarification questions for each bidder
- Commentary on programme, preliminaries and commercial risk
- A written tender report to support your decision
How we work
A proportionate, straightforward process.
01
Receive
Collect the tender documents and every return received.
02
Normalise
Align each bid to the same scope so the numbers compare fairly.
03
Clarify
Raise and track questions with bidders where needed.
04
Report
Set out the comparison, risks and options in writing.
CJ Projects is an independent consultancy. We are not the building contractor, architect, solicitor or surveyor, and we do not provide legal advice.
Common questions
How is this different from the £149 Builder Quote Check?
The Quote Check is a fixed launch offer for homeowners comparing 2 or 3 builder quotes. Tender analysis suits larger or more formal tenders and is priced on enquiry.
Will you choose the contractor for us?
We set out the comparison, risks and questions clearly. The appointment decision remains yours.
Can you also run the tender itself?
Yes. Our contractor procurement service covers the tender from packaging to appointment support.
Which areas do you cover?
We are based in Aldershot and work across Hampshire, Surrey and Berkshire, including Farnham, Farnborough, Fleet, Camberley, Guildford, Woking, Basingstoke and Godalming. For projects further afield, ask and we will tell you honestly whether we can help.
Related services
- Procurement & Tender SupportA structured tender means builders price the same job, questions are answered consistently and you can compare returns fairly before you appoint anyone.
- Builder Quote ReviewThe cheapest quote is not always the lowest cost.
- Cost Planning & Cost ControlA budget built from the scope, with sensible allowances and contingency, then tracked as decisions are made so cost never becomes a surprise at the end.
- Construction consultancy in AldershotHow we support clients locally across Hampshire and Surrey.
- Contact CJ ProjectsArrange an initial discussion about your project.
Free 30-minute project consultation
A straight conversation about your project, what it involves and where we could help. No obligation.