Pre-bid Technical Advisory
We support acquisition processes by providing focused technical insight prior to full due diligence, enabling informed bidding and early risk assessment.
Our input is structured to support pricing decisions under time constraints, focusing on the issues that are most material to the transaction.
Making informed bids under time pressure
In competitive processes, decisions are often made with limited information. Early technical input helps identify key risks and clarify potential capital requirements before submitting a bid.
- Rapid identification of material technical risks
- Early visibility into capital expenditure requirements
- Support for pricing and bid strategy
- Reduction of uncertainty prior to due diligence
Scope of assessment
The scope of each assignment is defined based on the asset, transaction context, and client requirements.
- Review of available documentation
- High-level technical assessment
- Identification of key risk areas
- Indicative CAPEX overview
Impact on the bid
Early technical insight allows investors to approach bidding with greater clarity and control.
By identifying key risks and potential capital requirements in advance, bids can be structured with a clearer understanding of downside exposure and investment needs.
This supports more confident decision-making in competitive acquisition processes.
Our approach
We focus on identifying the issues that are most relevant for pricing and risk, rather than replicating full due diligence at an early stage.
Our assessments are concise, targeted, and aligned with transaction timelines, ensuring that technical input supports decision-making without delaying the process.
Full technical due diligence can be carried out following the bid – see Technical Due Diligence.
If you’re preparing a bid
We can support you with focused technical input to inform your pricing and risk assessment.