Helping small businesses answer public tenders
Starting costs about $1,560 in the United States and 301,000 NGN in Nigeria. After 12 months, this business can bring in about $4,580 net per month in the United States and 1,130,000 NGN in Nigeria. The starting money comes back in about 3 months, with 35 hours of work per week.
Mundyo estimates, data as of 2026-11-02.
See the numbers for my countryFree, no account, in the currency of 243 countries.
The numbers
| Country | To start | Net per month (month 12) |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1,560 | $4,580 |
| Nigeria | 301,000 NGN | 1,130,000 NGN |
| United Kingdom | £1,080 | £3,170 |
| Kenya | 72,700 KES | 160,000 KES |
| India | 37,100 INR | 117,000 INR |
Amounts adjusted to each country's price and income levels.
The problem
There are many public contracts, but small businesses don't dare to bid: long files, complex rules, short deadlines. They leave these contracts to big companies.
The solution
You spot suitable tenders, check whether the company has a real chance, then write and assemble the full bid remotely: technical proposal, pricing and administrative documents.
Your customers
Tradespeople and SMEs in construction, cleaning, IT or catering aiming at towns and public bodies. Ideal if you already worked as a buyer, lawyer or sales assistant.
How you make money
Flat fee of €600 to €1,500 per bid, a tender monitoring plan around €80 a month, sometimes a bonus if the contract is won. About 4 bids at €900 and 10 plans reach the target.
Competition
Public procurement consultancies, automatic tender alert platforms, freelance consultants and companies bidding alone.
Who has an edge
A former public buyer, lawyer, sales assistant or project manager knows what the buyer expects. They write clearer bids and avoid the mistakes that get an offer rejected.
The risks
Many bids are lost: you must choose the right tenders. Reaching this income often takes a year, strong writing and loyal clients. Rules differ from one country to another.
The first 3 steps
- Learn the rules and the official public procurement portal of your country
- Choose two sectors and follow their tenders for one month
- Offer a first bid at a reduced price to three companies in your network
How the numbers are calculated
Example in a high-income eurozone country, at month 12: revenue €4,400 − costs €1,200 = €3,200 net per month. Revenue: 4 bids × €900 + 10 monitoring plans × €80. Costs: monitoring tools, software, insurance, accountant, social contributions. For other countries, Mundyo adjusts the starting budget to the price level (World Bank) and the income to prices and customers' purchasing power, then converts at the day's exchange rate.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to start: Public tender bids for SMEs?
About $1,560 (United States), 301,000 NGN (Nigeria), £1,080 (United Kingdom), depending on the country. Mundyo calculates the amount for 243 countries.
How much can you earn per month?
After 12 months, about $4,580 (United States), 1,130,000 NGN (Nigeria), £3,170 (United Kingdom) net per month, after costs.
How long until I get my starting money back?
About 3 months, with 35 hours of work per week.
What are the risks?
Many bids are lost: you must choose the right tenders. Reaching this income often takes a year, strong writing and loyal clients. Rules differ from one country to another.
Where do I start?
1. Learn the rules and the official public procurement portal of your country 2. Choose two sectors and follow their tenders for one month 3. Offer a first bid at a reduced price to three companies in your network
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