Avoiding the Top 5 Mistakes in Learning Disability Tenders

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1) Generic, copy‑paste answers

Commissioners spot generic text instantly. Mirror the exact question wording, reference the local specification, and use examples from similar LD services.


2) Missing local insight

Show you understand the area: demographics, JSNA priorities, transport and rurality, and known service gaps. Link these needs to concrete delivery solutions.


3) Weak evidence of staff training

Don’t just list “mandatory training.” Evidence specialist skills (PBS, autism, epilepsy, communication) with compliance rates, refresher cycles, and impact on outcomes.


4) Overclaiming without proof

Bold promises undermine trust if they’re not evidenced. Back every claim with KPIs, case studies, audit results, or commissioner feedback.


5) Poor structure that’s hard to score

Use a clear template: What we do → How we do it → Who does it → Frequency → Evidence → Localisation → Assurance. This helps evaluators award marks quickly.


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Updated for Procurement Act 2023 • CQC-aligned • BASE-aligned (where relevant)


Written by Impact Guru, editorial oversight by Mike Harrison, Founder of Impact Guru Ltd — bringing extensive experience in health and social care tenders, commissioning and strategy.

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