RFP Specialist (Commercial Cleaning & Facilities Services)
Company
Clean It All
Location
Calgary, AB
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
$55K a year
Posted
3 days ago
Via
via Indeed
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Job Description
Position Overview
The RFP Specialist is responsible for identifying, pursuing, and securing new business opportunities through formal procurement processes, including government tenders, corporate RFPs, and large-scale service contracts. This role plays a key part in expanding the company’s presence across public and private sectors.
Core Responsibilities
1. Opportunity Identification & Lead Generation
• Research and monitor procurement platforms for new opportunities:
• Government (federal, provincial, municipal)
• Airports and transportation authorities
• Construction and general contractors
• Oil & gas / energy sector (“oil patch”)
• Retail chains and commercial property managers
• Industrial and manufacturing facilities
• Track and maintain a pipeline of upcoming bids, renewals, and pre-qualifications
• Build relationships with procurement officers, project managers, and decision-makers
2. RFP / Tender Management
• Review RFPs, RFQs, and tenders to assess fit, risk, and profitability
• Coordinate all aspects of bid preparation:
• Scope analysis
• Site requirements
• Compliance documents (insurance, safety, certifications)
• Ensure all submissions meet deadlines and technical requirements
• Manage pre-qualification submissions (RFIs, vendor registrations)
3. Pricing & Cost Estimation
• Work with operations to:
• Estimate labor hours, equipment, and materials
• Build accurate and competitive pricing models
• Analyze margins and recommend pricing strategies
• Balance competitiveness with profitability
4. Proposal Development
• Prepare high-quality, professional proposals including:
• Executive summaries
• Scope of work and methodology
• Staffing plans and schedules
• Health & safety procedures
• Company qualifications and past projects
• Customize proposals based on sector:
• Government compliance-heavy bids
• Construction site cleaning (post-construction, phased cleaning)
• Industrial / oil & gas safety-focused environments
• Retail and multi-location service contracts
5. Client Communication & Negotiation
• Act as the main contact during the bidding process
• Attend site visits, walkthroughs, and pre-bid meetings
• Respond to client questions and clarifications
• Support contract negotiations and revisions
6. Sector-Specific Focus
Government & Public Sector
• Monitor portals (e.g., MERX, Biddingo, municipal procurement sites)
• Ensure compliance with regulations, insurance, and reporting standards
• Manage multi-year and large-scale facility contracts
Airports & Transportation
• Handle high-security, high-compliance environments
• Coordinate requirements like background checks, safety clearances
• Understand 24/7 operations and phased service delivery
Construction Companies
• Build relationships with general contractors
• Quote post-construction and ongoing site cleaning
• Track project timelines and bid early in project cycles
Oil & Gas / Industrial (“Oil Patch”)
• Understand safety certifications (e.g., WHMIS, COR, site-specific training)
• Price for remote locations, shift work, and harsh environments
• Align proposals with strict HSE (Health, Safety & Environment) standards
Retail & Commercial
• Target multi-site contracts (plazas, chains, malls)
• Focus on consistency, scheduling, and scalability
• Support long-term service agreements
Other responsibilities:
1. Pipeline & Reporting
• Maintain CRM or tracking system for:
• Opportunities
• Submitted bids
• Win/loss ratio
• Report weekly on pipeline value and conversion rates
• Continuously improve bid success rate
Key Skills & Qualifications
• Experience with RFPs, tenders, or proposal writing (B2B services preferred)
• Strong analytical and pricing skills
• Excellent writing and communication abilities
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and projects
• Familiarity with procurement platforms (MERX, SAP Ariba, etc.) is a strong asset
• Experience in cleaning, facilities management, construction, or industrial services is highly preferred
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $55,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
The RFP Specialist is responsible for identifying, pursuing, and securing new business opportunities through formal procurement processes, including government tenders, corporate RFPs, and large-scale service contracts. This role plays a key part in expanding the company’s presence across public and private sectors.
Core Responsibilities
1. Opportunity Identification & Lead Generation
• Research and monitor procurement platforms for new opportunities:
• Government (federal, provincial, municipal)
• Airports and transportation authorities
• Construction and general contractors
• Oil & gas / energy sector (“oil patch”)
• Retail chains and commercial property managers
• Industrial and manufacturing facilities
• Track and maintain a pipeline of upcoming bids, renewals, and pre-qualifications
• Build relationships with procurement officers, project managers, and decision-makers
2. RFP / Tender Management
• Review RFPs, RFQs, and tenders to assess fit, risk, and profitability
• Coordinate all aspects of bid preparation:
• Scope analysis
• Site requirements
• Compliance documents (insurance, safety, certifications)
• Ensure all submissions meet deadlines and technical requirements
• Manage pre-qualification submissions (RFIs, vendor registrations)
3. Pricing & Cost Estimation
• Work with operations to:
• Estimate labor hours, equipment, and materials
• Build accurate and competitive pricing models
• Analyze margins and recommend pricing strategies
• Balance competitiveness with profitability
4. Proposal Development
• Prepare high-quality, professional proposals including:
• Executive summaries
• Scope of work and methodology
• Staffing plans and schedules
• Health & safety procedures
• Company qualifications and past projects
• Customize proposals based on sector:
• Government compliance-heavy bids
• Construction site cleaning (post-construction, phased cleaning)
• Industrial / oil & gas safety-focused environments
• Retail and multi-location service contracts
5. Client Communication & Negotiation
• Act as the main contact during the bidding process
• Attend site visits, walkthroughs, and pre-bid meetings
• Respond to client questions and clarifications
• Support contract negotiations and revisions
6. Sector-Specific Focus
Government & Public Sector
• Monitor portals (e.g., MERX, Biddingo, municipal procurement sites)
• Ensure compliance with regulations, insurance, and reporting standards
• Manage multi-year and large-scale facility contracts
Airports & Transportation
• Handle high-security, high-compliance environments
• Coordinate requirements like background checks, safety clearances
• Understand 24/7 operations and phased service delivery
Construction Companies
• Build relationships with general contractors
• Quote post-construction and ongoing site cleaning
• Track project timelines and bid early in project cycles
Oil & Gas / Industrial (“Oil Patch”)
• Understand safety certifications (e.g., WHMIS, COR, site-specific training)
• Price for remote locations, shift work, and harsh environments
• Align proposals with strict HSE (Health, Safety & Environment) standards
Retail & Commercial
• Target multi-site contracts (plazas, chains, malls)
• Focus on consistency, scheduling, and scalability
• Support long-term service agreements
Other responsibilities:
1. Pipeline & Reporting
• Maintain CRM or tracking system for:
• Opportunities
• Submitted bids
• Win/loss ratio
• Report weekly on pipeline value and conversion rates
• Continuously improve bid success rate
Key Skills & Qualifications
• Experience with RFPs, tenders, or proposal writing (B2B services preferred)
• Strong analytical and pricing skills
• Excellent writing and communication abilities
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and projects
• Familiarity with procurement platforms (MERX, SAP Ariba, etc.) is a strong asset
• Experience in cleaning, facilities management, construction, or industrial services is highly preferred
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $55,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
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