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What is PlanHub?

Industry Specialties: Construction

PlanHub is a cloud-based software that helps suppliers, subcontractors and general contractors streamline their bidding process. It lets general contractors send invitations to over 25,000 suppliers, commercial contractors and preferred subcontractors. It allows contractors to add unlimited members to the dashboard, post unlimited projects, track progress and activity status and view contractor databases by expertise and locale. It also provides unlimited space to store projects and an instant messaging service.

Subcontractors can filter, sort and search projects by requirements, receive information about upcoming projects, bid on unlimited projects, meet other contractors and more. Suppliers can upload estimates, view material takeoffs and search for projects. It also integrates with Stack, Raken, Databid and eSUB to provide bidding services.
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PlanHub Pricing

Based on our most recent analysis, PlanHub pricing starts at $1,199 (Annually).

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PlanHub is supported with the following types of training:

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PlanHub Benefits and Insights

Why use PlanHub?

Key differentiators & advantages of PlanHub

  • Streamline Workflows: Add unlimited members to the dashboard to track project and bid statuses. Scan digital blueprints to view trade-specific details using OCR reader technology. Search projects by construction and project types and locations for quick access. 
  • Win Bids: Simplify bidding operations by using the bid navigator. Evaluate bids by types, locations and coverages. Attach relevant project files to bids to help subcontractors understand plans and drawings in detail. 
  • Build Meaningful Relationships: Subcontractors can connect with contractors and suppliers via instant messaging functionality. 
  • Gain Competitive Edge: Generate reports to view who received ITBs, accessed and downloaded documents and submitted bids to prioritize bidding efforts and produce professional proposals. 
  • Boost Productivity: Access project posting, forecasting and networking modules to streamline work processes and spend more time on important projects. 
  • Deploy in the Cloud: Store documents in a centralized database to keep everyone on the same page and promote transparency. 

Industry Expertise

Serves general contractors, subcontractors and suppliers. Caters to small- and medium-sized construction companies.

PlanHub Reviews

Average customer reviews & user sentiment summary for PlanHub:

User satisfaction level icon: great

422 reviews

85%

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PlanHub has a 'great' User Satisfaction Rating of 85% when considering 422 user reviews from 3 recognized software review sites.

Synopsis of User Ratings and Reviews

Based on an aggregate of PlanHub reviews taken from the sources above, the following pros & cons have been curated by a SelectHub Market Analyst.

Pros

  • User-Friendly About 81% of users who mentioned this pro said the platform’s UI is intuitive.
  • Bid Management: The solution’s bid listing, inviting and tracking features simplify bidding processes, according to 70% of users.
  • Subcontractor Functionalities: According to 80% of users who reviewed this pro, it’s easy to contact subs via subcontractor databases.
  • Project Posting: Regarding this feature, approximately 80% of users said that publishing projects out to bid isn’t a daunting task.

Cons

  • Document Management: Sometimes project files are labeled incorrectly, according to 75% of users.
  • Scope of Work: According to 90% of users who reviewed this con, the platform doesn’t categorize items according to cost codes or CSI divisions.
  • Communication: About 73% of users who mentioned this con said the product doesn’t offer a robust messaging system.

Researcher's Summary:

PlanHub is a cloud-based software that helps subcontractors, suppliers and contractors streamline bidding operations and win jobs. Several users noted, the product provides a user-friendly interface that helps reduce administrative burdens and save time. Many users were satisfied with the product’s subcontractor management functionalities, However, many observed, communicating with subcontractors can be challenging. Overall, the software’s a good fit for companies looking for basic bidding and lead-generating functionalities.

Key Features

  • Bid Management: Filter project files by trades and service areas to access bids. View and track bids via centralized dashboards. Receive bids from a pre-approved network of subcontractors using private project functionality. Find, evaluate and compare bids to make strategic decisions. 
  • Instant Messaging: Check activity status of subcontractors and vendors to communicate important information immediately. 
  • RFI Center: Respond privately or publicly to subcontractors’ queries. Change notification settings to receive RFI alerts through email. 
  • Bid Navigator: Streamline bidding processes to help save time. 
    • PDF Bluetooth Scanner: Search for trade-specific keywords in documents to determine project relevancy for bidding. 
    • Customized Notifications: Save keywords relevant to business requirements to receive alerts about recently posted project plans via email. 
    • Calendar: Track bid deadlines and project invites by integrating the bid calendar with existing calendar systems. 
    • Analytics: View detailed reports of subcontractors who received bid invitations, viewed and downloaded project files and submitted bids. 
  • Subcontractor Database: Select subcontractors from existing databases to help streamline bidding processes. 
  • File Sharing: Store, organize and share project files among workers. 

Limitations

At the time of this review, these are the limitations according to user feedback:

  •  Doesn’t offer exhaustive analytic functions. 
  •  The webpage isn’t mobile optimized. 
  •  Doesn’t categorize items based on CSI divisions or cost codes. 

Suite Support

Access support services Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST.

mail_outlineEmail: [email protected].
phonePhone: (561) 656-4701.
schoolTraining: The vendor provides a knowledge base consisting of video tutorials tailored for general contractors and subcontractors. Access webinars and guides for free. Visit the blog to stay updated about industry trends.
local_offerTickets: Submit requests by filling out a contact form.
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