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The Complete Guide to Bid Tracking for General Contractors

As a contractor, have you ever been in a position where you invite bidders to bid for a specific project, and instead of having a simple way of managing those bids and awarding a winner, you end up with a bunch of scattered emails, spreadsheets, and half-remembered conversations that make it hard to find the information you need? That’s what happens when you don’t have a streamlined bid tracking process.

Construction bid tracking is the crucial phase where you decide which subs to entrust with your project’s execution. Behind every successful build are constantly shifting deadlines, documents, competitors, and dollars, all moving and changing at the same time, so when bid information lives in multiple places instead of one centralized place, bid tracking becomes a complicated, time-consuming process and opportunities slip through the cracks. 

When bid tracking is done right, it turns that chaos into clarity, giving you a clear line of sight from intent to a final bid award, and helps you select the right bidder for the job. This article will outline all the ins and outs of construction bid tracking for general contractors, including how you can make this process more clear, efficient, and profit-driving for your business.

 

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The 2026 Construction Trade Show Guide: Which Events Are Worth Your Time (and Money)?

With tighter margins, evolving technology, and ongoing labor challenges, contractors and builders are navigating constant pressure to do more with less. That makes it harder than ever to prioritize business development and process improvement—but if you don't make the time for change, everything stays the same.

Want to see real solutions in action? Consult with peers facing the same challenges? Evaluate technologies that could transform your operations? Making the strategic decision to attend a construction trade show or convention lets you step back from daily project demands and focus on real solutions to your real challenges.

The question isn't whether trade shows have value—it's which ones are worth your time and investment.

Here's your complete guide to the construction trade shows worth attending in 2026, plus strategies to maximize your ROI.

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Topics: Business Building Trade Shows

How Project Management Software Helps Managers Plan and Organize

Construction Project Management Software. The name itself makes it sound like a self-explanatory concept: You download the software, you input your project data, and Voila – managing your construction projects just got easier! 

But exactly how does project management software help builders and contractors like you manage projects more efficiently? How does it help you plan better and stay organized so that you can do your job more successfully? Take it from us – the #1 project management solution for construction professionals since 1999 – it takes your consistency and commitment paired with a software that can handle everything from daily logging to financial data to create more success for your business.

In this article, we’ll tell you all the ins and outs of how project management software helps you plan, manage, and execute projects from start to finish without the extra stress and overwhelm.

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