# Tender Response Checklist

## Before Starting

- [ ] Read the whole tender pack.
- [ ] Confirm the closing date and portal.
- [ ] Confirm all mandatory requirements.
- [ ] Confirm the honest role for this round: lead, partner, subcontract, observe, rehearse, or build toward later.
- [ ] Check which vehicle, permissions, proof, people, insurance, policies and delivery responsibilities would need to stand behind the response.

## Response

- [ ] Every criterion is answered.
- [ ] Pricing is complete.
- [ ] Method and schedule are realistic.
- [ ] Risks and controls are named.
- [ ] Local benefit is specific.
- [ ] Cultural authority and permission boundaries are respected.
- [ ] The response does not claim more maturity than the vehicle or network can prove.
- [ ] Attachments are named clearly.

## Submission

- [ ] Final files are exported.
- [ ] Portal upload is complete.
- [ ] Confirmation is saved.
- [ ] Submitted version is archived.
- [ ] Award/debrief reminder is set so the network can learn whether we win, partner, subcontract, or prepare for the next round.