Tendering in 2025: Why Faster Guarantees Are the Competitive Edge for SMEs

9/8/2025

Tendering in 2025: Why Faster Guarantees Are the Competitive Edge for SMEs
Insights • SME Tendering

Tendering in 2025: Why Faster Guarantees Are the Competitive Edge for SMEs

Paper guarantees lock cash. Digital guarantees unlock growth.

For many SMEs, winning tenders is the pathway to growth. But a hidden barrier is holding them back: cash locked in paper guarantees.

80%

of Australian SMEs experienced cashflow challenges in the past year

Cashflow stress is widespread and persistent.

27%

dipped into personal savings or skipped pay

Owners shoulder the burden when liquidity is tight.

40%

of business failures link to poor cashflow

Working capital isn’t optional—it's critical.

The Cashflow Challenge of Parallel Tenders

SMEs often need bank guarantees to back tenders. Paper guarantees lock capital for weeks, limiting the number of projects they can pursue. The real constraint? Not capability—cashflow.

Why 2025 Matters

  • Infrastructure & renewable energy spending is increasing.
  • More projects are hitting the market quickly.
  • Larger firms can absorb cash lockups; SMEs cannot.

Digital Guarantees: The Game-Changer SMEs Deserve

Faster release of cash

Funds return in days, not weeks.

Bid on multiple tenders

Unlock capacity to pursue parallel opportunities.

Verified & trusted network

All participants are AUSTRAC & KYB verified.

Transparent workflows

Real-time visibility and clarity for all parties.

Example Scenario

Construction SME has three tenders this quarter, each requiring a $250,000 guarantee. With paper guarantees, only one or two bids are viable. With digital guarantees, obligations settle faster and funds are released promptly—enabling the SME to pursue all three opportunities.

Ready to unlock capital and compete on more tenders?

Paper guarantees trap cash. Digital guarantees unleash it. Discover how MyGuarantee helps SMEs move faster with a secure, verified network.

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