To help you navigate the awards, here are some frequently asked questions. If you need any further assistance email awards@bifm.org.uk or call 0141 639 0708 

Entries

I can’t find the entry form on BIFM’s website?

You can find the entry form at the bottom of this page.

Are we too late to enter?

Entries close on Friday 27 April, except for FM of the Year which closes on Friday 20th July.

What kind of supporting evidence do we need to include?

This varies from category to category. The judging criteria explains what supporting evidence is required.

Is there a cost to enter?

An administration cost of £150 + vat applies per entry, to cover the costs involved in the judging process.

How can we nominate a client/supplier?

It’s simple. Just decide on which category or categories are relevant, and complete one entry registration form per category (found at the bottom of this page) and email to awards@bifm.org.uk

How do I go about entering for an award?

Decide which category to enter, complete the entry registration form (found at the bottom of this page)  and email it to awards@bifm.org.uk. Then email your final submission to this email address by the closing date.

Can we enter more than one category?

Yes, you can enter for as many categories as you like.

How can I see previous winners?

You can view 2011 winners here, and the 2010 winners here.

What does the judging process involve?

Once your submission has been emailed to awards@bifm.org.uk, it will be evaluated in the first instance by the specialist lead judge in the category. If it is successful in passing this primary evaluation, you will then be contacted to attend a panel interview presentation in central London, or a site visit by a team of judges will be organised to your premises. Either way, your team involved in all key areas of the submission should be available to meet the team of judges and a formal presentation should be made in detail to the judges. The judges will complete a detailed scoring  analysis, following which you will be advised if you have achieved a finalist place. Winners will be announced at the BIFM Awards on Monday 8 October at the Grosvenor House Hotel, London.

Bookings

I can’t find a booking form on the website?

There is a booking form at the bottom of this page.

How much is a ticket?

Tickets cost £220 + vat each

What is included in my ticket price?

Your ticket includes a champagne reception, formal dinner with coffee, full programme of entertainment throughout the event.

How do I pay for tickets?

You can pay BIFM direct by BACS/Mastercard/Visa/Switch. Or you can choose to be invoiced by BIFM. Please select your preferred method of payment on the table booking form. If paying by card BIFM will contact you direct for your card details.

Are tables available?

Yes, you can book tables of 10 or 12. See the booking form below for full details.

What is the booking deadline?

You are best to book as early as possible as this event tends to sell out by mid-September.

Can you make sure our table is near the front?

Tables are positioned on a first come, first served basis.

Can we sit next to our friends / colleagues?

That’s ok, please advise notify the organiser at time of booking.

Can you take our wine order?

Advanced wine orders should be placed direct with the hotel. A wine order form will be emailed to you by the organiser 6 weeks before the event.

We have guests with special diets, can I give you the details?

Special diets should be notified direct to the hotel via the completed wine order form. Alternatively you can advise us through awards@bifm.org.uk