August 30, 2019
An integral part of creating a detailed cost estimate for a construction job involves deciding the total material costs. The takeoff is
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CONSTRUCTION STARTS HERE™
SmartBid is the leading construction bid management software for general contractors worldwide. With the SmartBid general contractor software, GCs can access a web-based and mobile platform to streamline their bid project data, documents and subcontractor communications during preconstruction.
WHAT OUR USERS SAY
“We’re saving 8+ hours per project.”
“With SmartBid, we found that when we’re working on a project, we’re saving 8+ hours and that has also translated into a very positive ROI.”
Estimator at PCL Construction
“Leads the Industry.”
“SmartBid has allowed us to pull together all of the offices for our entire company into a cohesive, well-organized, properly restricted system for the first time ever. SmartBid leads the industry in ease of access and ease of use for subcontractors.”
JE Dunn Construction Group
“So much more effective.”
“I came from a company where all the preconstruction admin was done from Microsoft Outlook. SmartBid is so much more effective. Overall I’ve had a great experience with the software.”
Zwick Construction Company
BID MANAGEMENT. SIMPLIFIED.®
Send Invitations to Bid
Build custom communications or use our template library to send invitations to bid from one centralized location. Receive bid proposals, send requests for more information, and know the progress of your subcontractors’ bids at all times.
Share Project Documents
Send subcontractors customized access to your online plan room to review project documents and submit proposals. Monitor what plan files they view and download and collaborate on estimating using our takeoff integrations.
Manage Subcontractor Data
Our centralized, online dashboard allows your bid team to efficiently manage your private subcontractor database. Organize subs by trade, location, minority status, and more. You can even grow your network as needed by integrating our Public Registry of Subcontractors.
Prequalify Subcontractors
Our ConsensusDocs 721 form integration and custom prequal questionnaire builder allow you to find the right subs for every job. You define the review process and you can even set auto-notifications for timely renewal.
FEATURED INTEGRATIONS
The Procore integration allows SmartBid users to seamlessly transition their projects, subs, and documents from the preconstruction phase to the building phase to keep tracking their projects smoothly from bid to completion.
The Autodesk BIM 360 integration helps general contractors centralize their project files and synchronize their plan room.
The Dropbox cloud storage integration allows users to upload, or automatically sync project files and plans in selected projects to keep documents up-to-date.
With the ConstructConnect Network integration, you’ll have access to the largest sub network in North America. Get the capacity & coverage you need to win more projects, wherever you do business.
NEWS & BLOG
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- July 16, 2019READ MORE
Challenge: In 2019, as subcontractors continue to be swamped with construction project opportunities, and general contractors face difficulty finding and qualifying the
- July 3, 2019READ MORE
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- May 29, 2019READ MORE
Challenge: Within the last few years cloud adoption has been rising within the construction industry. According to a 2017 survey by Associated
- May 13, 2019READ MORE
Sabre Commercial is an Austin, Texas-based general contractor that specializes in general contracting, preconstruction services, risk management services, design build, and safety.
- May 10, 2019READ MORE
“From finding project leads, to performing takeoff and estimating, and ultimately submitting a bid, the preconstruction process will continue to evolve with
