Bid Specialist Hybrid

TAPCO (Traffic and Parking Control Co., LLC); Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation and Personal Time

Parental Leave (4 weeks)

401K Plan with Employer Match

Company‑Funded Health, Vision, Dental

Quarterly Company Events

Committee participation

Job summary

TAPCO is seeking a Bid Specialist to identify bid opportunities, maintain an opportunity pipeline, and analyze tender requirements to align with TAPCO’s services. You will collaborate with internal teams to gather information for bids and provide accurate quotes while staying current on industry trends.

The role supports the proposal team, helps decide bid feasibility, and ensures timely communication of opportunities. A hybrid work model applies with 50% in‑office time.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in bid search, business development, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of procurement and tendering processes across various industries.
• Excellent research, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in using bid search platforms and software tools (e.g., [specific platforms/tools, if applicable]).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet strict deadlines.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, or a related field (preferred).
• Familiarity with government and corporate procurement regulations.
• Experience in preparing or contributing to bid proposals.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough research to identify relevant bid opportunities across various platforms, portals, and networks in designated regional territories.
• Monitor and maintain an updated pipeline of upcoming and ongoing tenders and RFPs.
• Analyze tender requirements and assess their alignment with the company’s services, capabilities, and strategic objectives.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather necessary information for bid preparation and submission.
• Provide accurate quotes to customers on bid opportunities.
• Stay up‑to‑date with industry trends, procurement processes, and competitor activities to provide strategic insights.
• Maintain organized records of bid opportunities, deadlines, and submission statuses in the company CRM.
• Recommend bid/no‑bid decisions based on feasibility, profitability, and resource availability.
• Support the proposal development team and ensure all identified bids are communicated effectively and within established timelines.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Bid research

Procurement knowledge

Tendering processes

Communication skills

Teamwork

Research platforms

Government procurement familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/marketing or related field

Tools

Bid search platforms/tools

Job description

JOB REQUIREMENTS: If you are looking to be part of a company focused on making our roads and communities safer, apply to join our team of talented individuals today! Please note - This role requires 50% in‑office time.

What TAPCO has to offer you

• 10 Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation and Personal Time (starting day one)
• Four Weeks of Paid Parental Leave with no waiting period
• 401K Plan with Employer Match (fully vested on day one)
• Company‑Funded Short‑Term Disability Health, Vision, and Dental insurance
• Quarterly Company Events and Lunches
• Opportunity to contribute in TAPCO Happenings by joining the Fun or Safety Committee

What you will accomplish as a Bid Specialist at TAPCO

• Conduct thorough research to identify relevant bid opportunities across various platforms, portals, and networks in designated regional territories.
• Monitor and maintain an updated pipeline of upcoming and ongoing tenders and RFPs.
• Analyze tender requirements and assess their alignment with the company’s services, capabilities, and strategic objectives.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather necessary information for bid preparation and submission.
• Provide accurate quotes to customers on bid opportunities.
• Stay up‑to‑date with industry trends, procurement processes, and competitor activities to provide strategic insights.
• Maintain organized records of bid opportunities, deadlines, and submission statuses in the company CRM.
• Recommend bid/no‑bid decisions based on feasibility, profitability, and resource availability.
• Support the proposal development team and ensure all identified bids are communicated effectively and within established timelines.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in bid search, business development, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of procurement and tendering processes across various industries.
• Excellent research, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in using bid search platforms and software tools (e.g., [specific platforms/tools, if applicable]).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet strict deadlines.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, or a related field (preferred).
• Familiarity with government and corporate procurement regulations.
• Experience in preparing or contributing to bid proposals.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individual with Disabilities.