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October 22, 2024

Brand Development & Website for a Government Tender Specialist

Bid Specialists, a leading consultancy dedicated to helping clients secure tender opportunities, approached us for a comprehensive digital transformation. Their goal was to create a modern, functional, and visually compelling website that reflected their expertise while providing an exceptional user experience for both their team and customers. We were tasked with redesigning and developing a platform that not only captured the essence of their brand but also enhanced their operations through seamless integrations and intuitive design.Our approach involved crafting a sophisticated UI that aligned with Bid Specialists’ brand identity, integrating essential tools like Pipedrive for efficient client management and a secure payment portal for customer convenience.

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Logo Redesign

As part of the brand overhaul for Bid Specialists, we meticulously reconstructed their logo to ensure consistency, visibility, and impact across all forms of media. The logo needed to be clean, professional and eye-catching. The Madcraft team created a custom font for the ‘bid’ script, incorporating three colored dots which represent the three primary services that Bid Specialists provide — Bid Prep, Bid Manage, and Bid Consult.

Primary Logos for Core Brand Collateral:

For all primary brand collateral—including business cards, letterheads, PowerPoint presentations, banners, and e-brochures— we recommended that the full version of the logo, complete with the “We Win Tenders” strapline,  be used. The inclusion of the strapline reinforces Bid Specialists’ core message and strengthens brand recognition. Whether it’s on printed material or digital platforms, the logo’s presence should be clear, impactful, and always accompanied by the appropriate spacing rules.

 

Adaptations for Secondary Brand Collateral:

On secondary brand collateral, such as business invoices and internal documents, the logo can be used without the “We Win Tenders” strapline. This applies to both the primary stacked and horizontal logos. The flexibility to drop the strapline ensures that the logo adapts to more minimalistic applications while maintaining the core visual identity.

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Colour Scheme

The color scheme for Bid Specialists was carefully chosen to complement the logo and create a cohesive, recognizable brand that communicates professionalism, trust, and energy. Each color in the palette—blue-grey, yellow, orange, and teal—plays a specific role in reinforcing the brand’s values while enhancing its visual impact across all media.

 

Blue-Grey:

The blue-grey serves as the foundation of the brand’s color palette, evoking a sense of reliability, stability, and professionalism. As a primary color, it aligns with the seriousness and expertise required in the tender and bidding industry. This shade provides a calm and trustworthy tone, helping to establish confidence in Bid Specialists’ capabilities.

 

Orange:

The vibrant orange, used in the logomark, brings warmth and energy to the brand. It symbolizes ambition, creativity, and success—qualities that align with Bid Specialists’ promise to help clients win tenders. Orange also adds a modern, dynamic touch to the brand, making it stand out in a competitive market while still feeling approachable and engaging.

 

Yellow:

Yellow adds an element of optimism and positivity to the brand identity. It represents innovation and forward-thinking, qualities that are essential for success in tender management. Used strategically in accents and highlights, yellow draws attention to key areas, creating a sense of urgency and enthusiasm without overwhelming the design.

 

Teal:

Teal introduces a refreshing contrast, embodying adaptability and growth. As a versatile and sophisticated color, it complements the other tones in the palette, creating balance while reinforcing the brand’s creative and strategic nature. Teal symbolizes clarity and communication—key elements in the bid management process—ensuring that the brand remains approachable and clear.

Together, these colors create a harmonious blend that not only enhances the Bid Specialists logo but also builds a strong, memorable brand identity. The combination of blue-grey, orange, yellow, and teal ensures that Bid Specialists stand out in their field while communicating expertise, energy, and reliability.

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UI Design & Development

For Bid Specialists, we crafted a user interface (UI) design that is as intuitive as it is visually striking, ensuring that the website not only reflects the brand’s professionalism but also delivers an exceptional user experience. Our goal was to create a clean, easy-to-navigate design that guides visitors effortlessly through the site, allowing them to quickly find key information and engage with the services offered.

Beyond aesthetics, we focused on enhancing the website’s functionality by integrating essential tools that streamline Bid Specialists’ operations and improve the customer journey. One of the key integrations was Pipedrive, a powerful CRM platform. By embedding Pipedrive into the website, we enabled Bid Specialists to manage client relationships more efficiently, track leads, and optimize their sales pipeline—all from a single, user-friendly dashboard. This integration ensures that the team can stay organized, manage tender projects effectively, and maintain real-time visibility over client interactions.

In addition to Pipedrive, we developed and integrated a payment portal for customers. This feature provides a secure, straightforward way for clients to pay for services directly through the website. The payment portal enhances customer convenience, offering a seamless end-to-end experience from exploring Bid Specialists’ services to finalizing payments. The integration of this payment solution ensures that transactions are handled swiftly and securely, making it easier for clients to engage with the brand.

With these integrations, the website is not only visually appealing but also highly functional, offering a streamlined process for both Bid Specialists and their clients. The result is a fully optimized platform that supports business growth while enhancing the user experience.

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