BACKGROUND
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What’s the challenge?
Why now?
What do you want from an agency?
What does success look like?
BUDGET
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Have one
Ask for options
Keep some back
SCHEDULE
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Set a date
Don’t tell the truth
REQUIREMENTS
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Do you have a preferred platform?
Are they flexible or fixed?
Can it be phased?
The process is too rigorous
COMMON PITFALLS
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You give too much information
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You forget to mention existing
functionality
You are so preoccupied with whether or not you could, you don't stop to think if you should
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You don’t give the agency a clear role
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You argue down price and expect
the world
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You let a vague brief become a contract
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QUICK TIPS FOR PAIN-FREE
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PAIN-FREE TENDERING
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Make some calls
Create a shortlist
Explain the process
Meet the best
Make your choice
Sign a contract
AND FINALLY…
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Be nice & good luck!
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