Bid Management Made Easy for General Contractors with SmartBid
Quickly track the progress of each bid, stay on top of deadlines, and ensure you're submitting accurate, competitive proposals.
Subcontractor Management Made Simple
With built-in tools for tracking and communicating with subcontractors, you can ensure the right teams are ready for each job.
- Subcontractor Database: Organize your subcontractors by trade, location, and expertise for easy access when bidding.
- Prequalification Forms: Collect and manage subcontractor qualifications directly within the platform to ensure they meet project requirements.
- Invite Subcontractors to Bid: Send out bid invitations and track responses directly through the platform, saving time on manual communication.
Improved Collaboration Across Teams
With SmartBid, your entire team can collaborate more effectively, whether you're in the office or on the job site. Share information in real time and keep everyone on the same page throughout the bidding process.
- Team Collaboration: Share documents, notes, and project details instantly with your team and subcontractors.
- Project Templates: Use customizable templates for repeat projects to ensure consistency and save time on future bids.
- Document Management: Keep all your project documents, such as plans and specs, in one place for easy access.
Better Tracking and Reporting
SmartBid helps you track every aspect of your bids, from subcontractor invitations to final submissions. With detailed reporting, you can evaluate your bidding performance and improve your chances of winning future projects.
- Bid Analytics: Access detailed reports on your bid performance, including win rates, project costs, and more.
- Automated Notifications: Set up notifications for important milestones, deadlines, and updates so nothing slips through the cracks.
- Comprehensive Reporting: Generate reports on subcontractor participation, project costs, and more to make data-driven decisions.
Seamless Integration with Your Existing Tools
SmartBid integrates smoothly with the software you're already using, ensuring a seamless workflow from start to finish. Whether you're using accounting, estimating, or project management tools.
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Procore
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Autodesk BIM 360
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Dropbox
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ConstructConnect
Procore
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.
Autodesk BIM 360
The Autodesk BIM 360 integration helps general contractors centralize their project files and synchronize their plan room.
Dropbox
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.
ConstructConnect Platform
With the ConstructConnect Construction Management Software and 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.
"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."
Hank Jennings
JE Dunn Construction
Frequently Asked Questions
What is SmartBid, and how does it work?
SmartBid is a cloud-based construction bidding software developed by ConstructConnect, designed to streamline the bidding process for general contractors and subcontractors. It helps users manage invitations to bid, collect bids, and compare subcontractor proposals efficiently. With SmartBid, contractors can quickly distribute project information, track bid status, and maintain a secure database of subcontractor contacts. The software simplifies project management and communication, making it easier to track progress and manage bids, reducing time-consuming manual tasks.
How does SmartBid help with subcontractor management?
SmartBid offers robust tools for subcontractor management, enabling general contractors to efficiently prequalify subcontractors, send bid invitations, and manage ongoing relationships. It allows users to create and send customizable prequalification questionnaires, ensuring that subcontractors meet the necessary qualifications before bidding. Additionally, SmartBid stores all subcontractor data in a centralized database, making it easy to access and track subcontractor performance. This helps contractors build stronger relationships with reliable subcontractors and ensures a smoother bidding process.
Can SmartBid integrate with other software or tools?
Yes, SmartBid integrates seamlessly with several other construction management tools. Notably, it integrates with Procore, Autodesk BIM 360, and other popular platforms, allowing users to streamline project workflows. These integrations allow for smoother data transfer between platforms, eliminating the need for duplicate data entry and ensuring that all project information is synchronized across different software. By integrating SmartBid with other tools, general contractors can improve team collaboration, enhance project visibility, and reduce errors in the bidding process.
Is SmartBid easy to use for someone new to construction software?
Yes, SmartBid is designed with user-friendliness in mind, even for those new to construction software. Its intuitive interface allows users to quickly grasp key functionalities like bid management, subcontractor communication, and document sharing. For new users, ConstructConnect offers training resources, including video tutorials, webinars, and customer support, to ensure a smooth onboarding process. Whether you are a small contractor or part of a larger construction team, SmartBid’s ease of use makes it a valuable tool for streamlining your construction projects from start to finish.
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