Construction Proposal Software

Easy-to-use proposal templates

Leverage a variety of proposal templates designed specifically for large-scale public and private projects, complete with customizable options for inclusions, exclusions, and qualifications to meet specific owners’ needs.

Create a custom proposal

Easily customize proposals in the format that the owner requires and add design elements such as your company’s letterhead, logo, address, and more.

Standardize company proposals

Avoid varying proposals by estimator and ensure the same format is going to the customer.

Submit bids faster with integrations

Quickly export and submit proposals to any entity, including direct submission to the DOT, and email them to clients and project owners directly from HeavyBid.

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Ask our customers why they trust HeavyBid to create custom proposals

(bright music) - We like using HeavyBid for proposals just for the safety factor of being sure our estimate is correct. And we've used other systems in the past and so much human error can be made in those. HCSS HeavyBid has all the resources to tell you and to investigate your estimate to see where you do have a mistake or potentially could have a mistake just because of all the research they've done for so long. We have a two-step estimate review process we use in HeavyBid at the end of every estimate, and it has caught some really good things to bring to our attention to go look at. Even though several people have put their eyes on it, it's easy to make mistakes. (bright music)

We like using HeavyBid for proposals for the safety factor of being sure our estimate is correct.

- Austin Smith, Jones Power

(upbeat music) - We are primarily a heavy civil municipal contractor. We do some private work, but mainly municipal. Been in business since 1987, and been using HCSS since 1998. And I could tell you I would never use anybody else. No way. I've looked at Hard Dollar. I looked at Timberline. I looked at Bid2Win. I knew, when I came here in '98, this was the software we were gonna use. Of every company I've dealt with as far as software, y'all have by far the best technical support of any company out there. And I use it regularly, 'cause I'm not a computer guy. You know, I'm 64 years old, and when I started in this, I learned Excel and I was doing spreadsheets in Excel, and when I got this system, I was like, "Wow, this is amazing." The ability to do multiple estimates, as many as we do, is just by and far the most impressive aspect of your software. (upbeat music continues)

We’ve been using HCSS since 1998, and I would never use anybody else.

- Charles Blevins, United Brothers Development Group

of the ENR top 50 heavy civil contractors use HCSS

60%

more bids submitted by HCSS customers vs. contractors using other software

50,000+

estimators bid faster and smarter with HeavyBid

Standardize your estimating processes and company proposals

Step 1

Share your business headaches

After submitting a demo request form, an HCSS expert will follow up with you by the end of the next business day to discuss your business needs and requirements.

Step 2

See HCSS in action

Then, we’ll walk you through a demo tailored to specific HCSS solutions that can help solve your current business problems.

Step 3

Get up and running in days

Finally, you’ll be assigned a dedicated implementation specialist who will manage your implementation from start to finish and ensure project completion.

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Frequently asked questions

What is HeavyBid’s construction proposal feature?

HeavyBid’s construction proposal feature is a tool that automates the transformation of complex estimate data into professional, client-ready bid documents. Within HeavyBid, this capability allows you to package your unit prices, inclusions, exclusions, and qualifications into a standardized format that meets specific owner requirements while reflecting your company’s brand.

How does HeavyBid simplify the proposal generation process?

HeavyBid pulls data directly from your estimate into customizable templates, eliminating manual data entry and ensuring total accuracy. For public works contractors, the system streamlines the final submission by allowing you to export bid data directly into DOT-required formats and electronic bidding systems. This automation ensures you can meet tight deadlines with professional, error-free proposals that comply exactly with owner specifications.

Can I customize proposals for different types of project owners?

Yes, HeavyBid is designed to handle the diverse requirements of both public and private owners. You can easily adjust your proposal format to match specific DOT bidding structures, create lump-sum summaries for private developers, or include detailed breakdowns and exclusions tailored to a particular project’s specifications.

What types of reports can HeavyBid generate for internal reviews?

HeavyBid Desktop generates a wide range of internal reports, including cost breakdowns, resource requirements, and quote comparison summaries. These reports provide chief estimators and executives with a clear view of the bid’s “inner workings,” allowing for a data-driven final review of margins and risk before the external proposal is sent.

How does proposal software help maintain brand consistency?

By using centralized templates that incorporate your company’s letterhead, logos, and standard legal language, HeavyBid ensures that every bid leaving your office looks consistent. This professional uniformity builds trust with owners and ensures that regardless of which estimator built the bid, the final output always meets your company’s brand standards.

Can HeavyBid proposals be exported to other formats?

Absolutely. HeavyBid proposals and reports can be exported to several common formats, including PDF for secure client delivery and Excel for further data manipulation. Additionally, HeavyBid Desktop supports direct electronic submission to various DOT systems, ensuring your data remains accurate through the final filing.

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