BDS Pipeline Partner

Your personal tender scout

Discover public sector opportunities tailored to your business - without the overwhelm

Launching 1st October 2025

BDS Pipeline Partner is a done-for-you tender discovery service. It’s specifically designed for micro and small service-based businesses who want to grow - but don’t know where to find opportunities or how to tell if they’re right for them.

This isn’t just a list of tenders, it’s a confident, working marketing arm - focused on public sector growth. You’ll have someone competent, experienced, and on your side, actively searching for opportunities that fit your business.

Join now to be part of the founder member group and shape the service from day one.

Why This? Why Me? Why Now?

Why this?
Public sector contracts are a powerful way for small businesses to grow — but most people don’t know where to start.

This service helps you find opportunities that bring revenue now and build your pipeline for the future.

Last year 77% of opportunities in Scotland were won by SMEs. That’s not a niche - it’s a real opportunity.
With BDS - Pipeline Partner, you’ll hear about tenders without having to register on portals or do the heavy lifting.


Why me?
I’m Shiona Campbell, founder of BDS - Business Development and Support Ltd. I’ve helped hundreds of small businesses understand and access public sector opportunities.

I know the portals, the process, and the pitfalls - and I’ll guide you through them.

Why now?
Most small businesses don’t consider public sector opportunities - and miss out on the revenue and kudos that comes with it.

I’ve helped clients to win contracts ranging from £6,000 to a share of a £1.5 billion contract - even when they were brand new to tendering.

The sooner you start building your pipeline, the sooner you’ll be ready to win.

How it works

Simple, supportive, and tailored to your business.

  1. We start with a chat - A short onboarding call helps me understand your business and which opportunities will be a good fit for you. If I don’t think I can find you contracts, I won’t sign you up to the service.

  2. I search for you - I regularly scan the four main public sector portals - where all opportunities must be advertised - and send you relevant tenders as I find them.

  3. You get the details - Each email includes a plain-English summary and a link to book a quick call if you’re interested in taking the opportunity forward.

  4. You build your pipeline - Even if a tender isn’t right just now, I’ll flag it so you can prepare for the next round.

You’re not alone in this

Most small businesses feel unsure about public sector contracts.

I don’t want this for you.

You’re not lazy - you’re busy.

You’re not confused - the system is confusing!

BDS Pipeline Partner gives you the guidance you need, not just a list of opportunities that you don’t know what to do with (and might make you feel overwhelmed). Using BDS - Pipeline Partner will ensure that you won’t miss out on the opportunities that can grow your business and revenue.

Need more support? Add what you need

Sometimes, or maybe even for your first Tender, you might just want a little more support. You can add, at an additional charge

  • Mentoring and coaching to help you respond to tenders - I’ll handhold you through the process

  • Tender writing support if you want help crafting your bid

  • Mini courses to build your confidence and skills

  • Retainer packages where you have access to me and my skills for an agreed number of hours each month.

These extras are designed to help you move from ‘interested’ to ‘winning’.

About Shiona

I’ve been working in public sector bidding for over 10 years, including 8 years as founder and director of BDS. I understand the market and I’m great at matchmaking small business owners with bids that are right for them, and I love doing it.

Most of my clients have never even considered tendering before working with me - and many go on to win work they never thought possible. I have one client who thought the public sector were his competition and now he secures 85% of his business through public sector contracts.

FAQs

  • BDS Pipeline Partner is a done-for-you Tender Discovery Service. It helps micro and small service-based businesses find public sector opportunities that are tailored to their business — without having to search portals or decode complex documents.

  • The service officially launches on 1st October 2025. Founder members who join before then will be onboarded and beready to receive opportunities from launch day.

  • You’ll receive relevant tenders as they’re published. I guarantee that if I find a suitable opportunity, you’ll receive it within 10 days of publication — usually within 2–3 days unless I’m on holiday.

  • Only those that match your business. During onboarding, I’ll get to know your services, values, and goals — so you’ll only receive opportunities that are a good fit.

  • Yes — this service helps you find tenders. If you need help writing or responding, you can add optional extras like mentoring, coaching, or tender writing support.

  • That’s okay! You’ll still receive opportunities to build your pipeline and prepare for future rounds. This helps you plan ahead and get ready to bid when the time is right.

  • If I don’t think I can find relevant tenders for your business, I won’t sign you up. I only work with businesses I believe I can support — and I guarantee to find you something within 6 months or your money back.

  • Yes. You’re not locked in. If the service isn’t working for you, you can cancel your subscription at any time but please let me know.

  • Founder members get full access to the tender discovery service for £75/month or £750/year. You’ll also help shape the service and receive priority support.

  • For a fee you can add:

    • Mentoring and coaching to help you respond to tenders

    • Tender writing support

    • Mini courses to build your confidence and skills

    • Retainer packages for ongoing supportm description

  • Item descriptionYour pipeline is a list of public sector opportunities that are a good fit for your business — even if you’re not ready to bid yet. Sometimes a tender might not be right due to things like experience, turnover, or capacity. That’s okay.

    I’ll help you:

    • Spot future opportunities

    • Understand what’s needed to bid successfully

    • Plan how to build your experience or credentials

    This means you’re not just reacting — you’re preparing. So when the next round comes up, you’re ready to go.

  • They absolutely can be. Public sector contracts range from small one-off projects to multi-year agreements worth thousands — or even millions. I’ve worked with clients who’ve won contracts from £6,000 to a share of £1.5 billion, and many were new to tendering.

    The key is finding the right opportunities — and that’s exactly what BDS Pipeline Partner helps you do.

Founder Member Pricing

Join now for just £75/month or £750/year — a limited-time offer for early adopters who want to shape the service and grow with it.
This pricing won’t last — secure your spot today.