Expert insights on PlanetBids, Vendorline, construction bidding strategies, and procurement opportunities from industry professionals.
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Gain competitive intelligence that informs your bid strategy. Learn how to research competitors, understand market dynamics, and price to win in your target markets.
Learn how best value procurement works in construction, how it differs from low-bid selection, and strategies for winning when price isn't the only factor.
Don't let bid day chaos cost you the job. Follow this comprehensive checklist to ensure your construction bid is complete, compliant, and submitted on time.
Master the art of tracking and incorporating construction bid addenda. Learn systems for managing changes that ensure your bids reflect current requirements.
Master the proper use of allowances and contingencies in construction bids. Learn when to include them, how to price them, and how they affect your competitive position.
Discovered an error in your submitted bid? Learn the procedures for correcting or withdrawing bids, when relief is available, and how to prevent costly mistakes.
Understand how construction project owners evaluate bids beyond just price. Learn the criteria used in best value selection and how to strengthen your bid accordingly.
Master the art of pricing your construction bids with the right markup and profit margins. Learn formulas, industry standards, and strategies for competitive yet profitable bidding.
Learn when it's appropriate to file a bid protest, the step-by-step process for challenging construction contract awards, and strategies for successful protests.
Set up an effective construction bid room with the right tools, software, and processes. Learn what successful contractors use to manage their estimating operations.
Master the art of managing multiple bid deadlines simultaneously. Learn scheduling strategies that ensure quality estimates delivered on time, every time.
Learn how to use Requests for Information effectively during the bidding phase. Get clarifications that improve your estimate without revealing your strategy.