Glorycrown Healthcare Ltd
”Ian is very professional, knowledgeable and an expert in what he does. He is available to give advice and support when needed. Easy to talk to and explains things in simple terms. I would not hesitate recommending his service.”
Sibongile Mabena – Director
Glorycrown Healthcare Ltd (10th February 2025)
Gella Care Services Ltd
”Thank you Ian for writing our tenders and frameworks. You do not only just write them for us . But in the process you have given us understanding of the processes. I recommend anyone who needs insight and better understanding to contact Ian.”
Kudakwashe Sikangela – Director
Gella Care Services Ltd (2nd February 2025)
Birch Social Ltd
”I had the pleasure of receiving exceptional service from Ian Hands, and I highly recommend their consultancy to anyone interested in their expertise. I find myself consulting them on almost everything because of the confidence and trust they inspire. Their professionalism, insight, and dedication have made a significant difference for me, and I truly value their guidance. If you’re considering their services, I can assure you they won’t disappoint.”
Sade Dada – Director
Birch Social Ltd (25th Jan 2025)
Tees Healthcare Services Ltd
”Ian is the best tender writer that I have had. He is very professional and helpful. He always goes an extra mile and hence the reason why all the tenders that he writes for me are successful. He involves you in writing the tender, and the tender is specific to your business. I have no hesitation in recommending him.”
Spiwe Tizora – Director
Tees Healthcare Ltd (8th Jan 2025)
Kayla Supported Living Services Ltd
”I have had 2 successful tenders this year 2024 thanks to IHC Ltd, Ian is very professional, knowledgeable and easy to work with. Provides efficient services at very competitive prices. Would HIGHLY recommend Ian and IHCL!!”
Miriam Chikombero – Director
Kayla Supported Living Services Ltd (20th June 2024)
Eternity Care Ltd
”Ian thank you very much… 2 tenders came back positive, and we are very happy and grateful for the services we received. Ian has given us enormous help, advice and guidance on our Framework applications and goes above and beyond what we had expected. We would highly recommend Ian’s services and will be using them again soon for Eternity Care Ltd!’’
Hannah Munodawafa – Director
Eternity Care Ltd (18th May 2024)
Master Quality Healthcare Services Limited
”Ian has been excellent to us and has won us a few tenders in 2023. His knowledge, professionalism and understanding of the Health procurement sector has been invaluable to us, allowing us to concentrate on delivery and monitoring our contracts. Ian comes highly recommeneded from Master Quality Healthcare Services”.
Phillip Matuka – Clients Solution Manager
Master Quality Healthcare Services Limited (30th December 2023)
Genkoo Healthcare Services Ltd
”Our experience with Ian was exceptional with his expertise in crafting compelling framework proposals making Genkoo Healthcare Services stand out above the competition. He is diligent, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven, and have consistently delivered high-quality submissions. A valuable resource to any Healthcare Sector provider, Ian’s proficiency in tender writing is unparalleled and we highly recommended him for successful bid, tender and framework outcomes.”
Violet Ndlovu – Director & Registered Manager
Genkoo Healthcare Services Ltd (18th November 2023)
Ashwell Maintenance Limited
”Ian has been very patient and professional working on several projects with us, nothing is ever to much trouble and we have so far been successful with Ian’s help on two large contracts and a third was submitted today, I have no hesitation in recommending Ian to help you get through any tender stages. Ian is very easy to talk to and explains in terminology that is more understandable on what is required to answering some of the more complex questions in tenders. AAAAAAA+++++++++ from all of us at Ashwell Maintenance Limited.”
John Swift – Managing Director
Ashwell Maintenance Limited (20th September 2023)
Vines Support Services
”Ian exudes confidence in his work, his in-depth knowledge in tender writing was a pleasure to experience.”
Nyari Chitakunye – Director & Registered Manager
Vines Support Services Ltd (18th September 2023)
Human Services
”Had the pleasure of working with Ian for a large number of complex and demanding Health and Social Care projects over the past 18 months; including local government contracts, tender writing, service reviews and regulated Ofsted and CQC service applications and interventions. Ian is both a true professional and a gentleman, he is a pleasure to work with, provides expert technical knowledge, he consistently provides quality services and outcomes on time and on budget. It’s always a pleasure to work with Ian, and I have no hesitation recommending his services”
Martin Carey – Director
Human Services (15th September 2023)
Warm Caring Heart Ltd
”I have worked with Ian for over a year and have found his services to be of high-quality and professional at every level. Nothing is too much trouble for Ian and he has gone above and beyond what was expected from him. Ian has enabled me to get onto the Living Well at Home Framework for Lancashire County Council and I couldn’t be happier with this outcome and his services!”
Dzidzai Ziyambe – Director / Registered Manager
Warm Caring Heart Ltd (17th August 2023)
Open Doors Healthcare Services
”We have been working with Ian on the Provision of Supported Living for Adults Aged over 18 Framework for Medway Council. We have recently found out we have been successful on gaining a place on the DPS and are over the moon!! We cannot thank Ian enough for his support, empowerment, expertise, skills and knowledge during the process. Thanks again Ian!”
Sebia Majekodunmi – Director
Open Doors Healthcare Ltd (5th May 2023)
Pinderfielde Healthcare Ltd
”I approached IHCL after being referred by a friend. I have found his guidance and support to be of the highest quality when Pinderfielde Healthcare were looking for support in a Home Care framework application. I would recommend Ian very highly for any tender, bid or framework support”
Monalisa Chibge – Director
Pinderfielde Healthcare Ltd (21st April 2023)
Beekay Ltd
”Ian has been a great support to my business over the past 6 months and has provided his knowledge, experience and expertise to enhance my offer to local healthcare commissioners. Very professional service which I would certainly recommend to others”
Intuition Maramwidz – Director
Beekay Ltd (3rd March 2023)
PRO Healthcare Services Ltd
”I would highly recommend IHCL and their tender and bid services. Ian has supported us with our Health & Social Care framework applications and his knowledge and experience in this sector is unrivalled, providing a professional and value for money service’”
Clive Bhebe – Director
PRO Healthcare Services (17th February 2023)
Guard Business Solutions Ltd
”Ian has played an integral part to the GBS progress and growth plans since 2019 and contines to support the business in bid writing, business planning and staff profiling. He has consistently produced sucessful tenders through ensuring he understands the GBS business model.”
Penny Guard – COO
Guard Business Solutions Ltd (31st October 2022)
Wellcare Homes Ltd
”I have been working with Ian Hands Tender Consultancy now for over 6 months supporting us with tendering applications. Ian is extremely professional and his knowledge of tendering is very well reflected in his abilities to respond to the multiple complexities and queries during a tendering application. He is very flexible and also offers valuable advice as well as support to his clients. I would highly recommend him as a reliable and highly effective consultant to work with.”
Vanesha Ramasamy – Director
Wellcare Homes Ltd (21st November 2022)
Craner & Kirkman Ltd
”Ian Hands Tender Consultancy are by far the most experienced tender consultants I’ve ever come across. An exceptionally professional approach with expert guidance every step of the tender process. Ian’s wealth of knowledge has enabled us to become a stand out candidate in tenders, and he really cares about your business and how to showcase it the best way possible in the tender process. I wouldn’t hesitate recommending them to anyone”
Tom Singleton – Director
Craner & Kirkman Ltd (22nd September 2022)
Nylah Homes Limited
”Ian provides a very flexible tender resource service for us and has been very successful in submitting Framework applications for our specialised area of business i.e. Supported Accommodation provision across the East Midlands. Ian gives us a professional and quality service and mentors us to understanding the procurement processes with the Public Sector. We thoroughly recommend Ian for his knowledge and understanding of the Public Sector commissioning processes.”
Sarah Upton
Director, Nylah Homes Ltd (18th August 2022)
ANS Group Ltd
”Ian supported us through our one of our recent RoATP applications which has just been successfuly accpeted. Ian was really supportive and concious to our businesses needs ensuring he met our requirments whilst also ensuring our application met the needs of the supplier. Thanks so much Ian your expertise was greatly appreciated!”
Thomas Robinson – Head Of Apprentices, ANS Group Ltd
ANS Group Limited (5th June 2022)
Matt Messias Impact Leadership
”Ian has proved to be exceptional and thoroughly professional in all dealings that I have had with him. Ian is totally dedicated to making the ‘tender process’ easy to understand, and he displays real knowledge and enthusiasm every step of the way.”
Matt Messias
Director, Matt Messias Impact Leadership (26th May 2022)
Digital Marketing Mentor
”I contacted Ian after he was recommended to us to assist with our recent RoATP refresh application. Ian was very approachable, professional, and knowledgeable and guided us through the whole process of the application. After working with Ian over a 3-month period we would definitely use his services again and recommend him to others seeking similar services.”
David Prescod
Founder, Digital Marketing Mentor (22nd April 2022)
Mala Supported Living Services
”We were recommended to Ian as we were a new-start and wanted to apply to various supported living frameworks and tender for new business. We have been so pleased with the support Ian has given to us in preparing us to be ‘tender ready’. Ian has provided on-going support and advice and we now feel confident in our tender and bidding capabilities and has empowered us at every stage of the process. I would highly recommend Ian if you are a new-start-up or looking for advice and guidance on bidding into the public sector.”
Miriam Simpson
Director, Mala Supported Living Services (31st March 2022)
Graceage Care Limited
”I was put in touch with Ian via a friend who had recommended him and would certainly do the same. As a recruiter of healthcare professionals, it was necessary to apply for admittance to Government Frameworks and Ian has helped us through that process. Ian has empowered and given me confidence to understand the public sector procurement process and he has always been on-hand to help, guide with a hands-on approach”
Adenrele Adeleke
Managing Director, Graceage Care Ltd (7th February 2022)
The Development Manager
”Ian has given The Development Manager invaluable support over the past 18 months initially through our successful tender tendering for AEB funding (£200k). Ian has followed this up with support for our DfE Bootcamps and recent re-application to the Register of Apprenticeship Training Providers. Ian comes highly recommended for advice, support and guidance when you need it most!”
Derrin Kent
Director, The Development Manager (31st January 2022)
Essence Health Care
”Ian has been very helpful in supporting me with tender writing and I have found him to be very professional and honest. I particularly like the transparency and level of due diligence which he maintains throughout the exercise. I have learnt so much about tender writing and completing certain forms in a way that is more acceptable to commissioners and this was because through his experience, Ian always took time to explain reasons why certain documentation had to be completed in a certain way. I highly recommend Ian’s services to those seeking support with tender writing particularly new start ups as there is a lot of support and coaching (he probably isn’t aware that he can go into coaching) it just comes as second nature! I would use Ian’s services again and for the price he charges, a very invaluable service!”
Pesina Mararike
Director, Essence Health Care (13th December 2021)
M.A.D. Training & Recruitment
”I have worked with Ian on a couple of tenders, I have found him easy to work with, very structured, supportive and brings so much experience and efficiency, I will always use him. In the past I have worked with tender writers who charge highly inflated prices and deliver very little, whereas Ian is exceptional value for money, with a quality product to go with it. I have recommended him and his services to my networks and contacts”
Linda Ginger
Director, M.A.D. Training & Recruitment (7th May 2021)
CEB Coaching
”I have recently worked with Ian to advise and support me in my new business venture. Ian is very knowledgeable and experienced in business development and has enabled me to understand Public Sector commissioning and where the opportunities are advertised. Ian has also established a bid strategy for my business and I look forward to working with him over the next 12 months”
Carolyn Beard
Director, CEB Coaching (23rd January 2021)
Rees UK Limited
”I would highly recommend Ian for any of your business development needs especially when it comes to bid and tender writing. Ian has helped me through the process of applying for acceptance onto Hampshire County Council’s Adult Education Framework and his work has been thorough and of a high standard”
Gareth Rees
Director, Rees UK Ltd (6th January 2021)
Transition Housing Solutions CIC
”Due to limited business development resources we wanted to outsource our bid and tender writing functions and Ian was recommend to us via LinkedIn. Our experiences with Ian have been 1st class in supporting our CIC with Housing Framework applications, bid writing submissions and policy creation.”
Anthony Wallace
Director, Transition Housing Solutions (22nd January 2021)
The Development Fund
”Ian has been a massive asset to our business development function and has worked with us on a bid to the Government’s Education & Skills Agency for Traineeships and admittance onto two DPS Frameworks which will increase our opportunities to bid for more business. Ian has communicated with us throughout the process and would highly recommend if you need bidding resources”
Director, The Development Fund (6th November 2020)
Premier Play Solutions
”Ian as contributed to rapid growth for Premier Play Solutions over the past 18 months by supporting my clients to successfully access various grant funding opportunities and resources. I would highly recommend Ian if you are looking to source and secure funding for your project”
Darren Heyes
Managing Director, Premier Play Solutions (11th December 2020)
Guard Business Solutions
”Guard Business Solutions have used Ian’s services for over 2 years now initially contracted as a Consultant Project Manager to oversee our staff skills audit. Subsequently, Ian has developed our business significantly through by developing a Public Sector tender strategy resulting in a £100k contract with a Derbyshire Local Authority. Ian comes highly recommended for all your business development requirements.”
Strategic Director, Guard Business Solutions (12th September 2020)
Sunrise Homes Services
”We have used Ian’s services for the past 3 years as bidding and tendering to the Public Sector was all new to us. We have subsequently been awarded places on 3 Social Care (Children & Young People) Frameworks for Nottinghamshire, Lincolnshire and Leicestershire. Ian was also instrumental in obtaining our Landlord (DASH) Accreditation which encourages and promotes good property standards and management practices in the private rented sector. I am always happy to recommend Ian to any business working in the Health & Social Care sector.”
Emile Henry
Director, Sunrise Homes Services (28th November 2020)
BJS Distribution
”Ian was recommended to us at BJS Distribution when we needed some expertise and advice around a haulage tender to a leading National grocery supermarket. I was very impressed with how Ian was quickly able to pull our response together and help us navigate around the complicated submission portal! We now have a retainer in place for Ian’s services so we can quickly and easily call on his expertise when it is needed.
Director of Sales, BJS Distribution (12th December 2020)