HeavyBid
About HeavyBid
HeavyBid is a powerful bidding and estimating tool that enables construction companies in the transportation, oil & gas, power, industrial, and telecom industries, among others, to build accurate, flexible estimates.
Users can import items, use standardized libraries, and create custom calculations and assemblies to automate much of the estimating process. Flexible work breakdown structures in the crew-based software help users to organize estimates based on what they need to see. Customizable cost types let users track subcontractor, labor, equipment, materials and other costs, to get the most accurate and competitive bid. On bid days, HeavyBid can import, analyze and compare subcontractor and supplier quotes, as well as conduct subcontractor versus self-perform analysis.
HeavyBid interfaces with accounting and project management systems, as well as with other HCSS products to eliminate double data entry.
As a scalable solution, HeavyBid is designed to grow with companies. It is used by more than 50,000 estimators, from small, regional subcontractors to 48 of the ENR Top 50 heavy civil contractors.
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- Industry: Construction
- Company size: 201–500 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 7.0 /10
A good tool, but a bit dated
Reviewed on 17/12/2021
Overall it is a useful product. Hopefully the web version is a bit smoother to use.
Overall it is a useful product. Hopefully the web version is a bit smoother to use.
Pros
The desktop app of Heavybid is a powerful tool.
Cons
Can be buggy at times and crash. Takes some time to figure out and has a very old feel.
- Industry: Construction
- Company size: 501–1,000 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10
I used Heavy Bid regularly for almost 6 years and it was great.
Reviewed on 01/05/2018
i makes bids more accurate and consistent
i makes bids more accurate and consistent
Pros
It was the first bidding software that I ever used and it seemed very intimidating at first but it was very simple to get the hang of after a very short period of time. Their live help line is amazing and they are so good at helping an new and seasoned user.
Cons
You can only have so many administrators and i worked in a very large office so if something needed changed as far as rates or crews it wasn't always convenient to get it changed
- Industry: Construction
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- Likelihood to recommend 8.0 /10
Have used the product for estimating for the last 10+ years.
Reviewed on 17/02/2016
Pros
The software is easy to use and the support is very knowledgable. HCSS listens to it's customers and implements changes they are requesting in updates to their product.
Cons
There is not too much I dislike about the product. At points it would be nice to have a better laid out users manual for the program we utilize to help some of the newer estimators understand the product more ithout having to attend training.
- Industry: Civil Engineering
- Company size: 1,001–5,000 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10
Missing helpful additional feature
Reviewed on 25/08/2022
Estimating Projects
Estimating Projects
Pros
Sub Total Feature, Equipment Set Up, Merge Set UpItems
Cons
Not able to highlight or color headings; Equipment , Local Materials
- Industry: Construction
- Company size: 501–1,000 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10
HCSS Heavy Bid is the Heavy Lifter for Highway Construction
Reviewed on 08/08/2017
HCSS Heavy Bid is one of the most widely used estimating software for heavy-civil construction.
HCSS Heavy Bid is one of the most widely used estimating software for heavy-civil construction.
Pros
The advance calculation routines and checks allow me to have confidence in my costing and pricing. The escalation features is time saver, especially at bid time when final scheduling is provided.
HCSS customer service is the best. Never been on hold or transferred. Immediate connection to a friendly person who can help.
Cons
There is a steep learning curve, however, they host user group meeting that can bring beginners up to speed quickly.
HeavyBid FAQs
Below are some frequently asked questions for HeavyBid.Q. What type of pricing plans does HeavyBid offer?
HeavyBid offers the following pricing plans:
- Free Trial: Not Available
Contact HeavyBid for information on their Basic, Advanced & Comprehensive software packages.
Q. Who are the typical users of HeavyBid?
HeavyBid has the following typical customers:
2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000
Q. What languages does HeavyBid support?
HeavyBid supports the following languages:
English
Q. Does HeavyBid support mobile devices?
HeavyBid supports the following devices:
iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile)
Q. What other apps does HeavyBid integrate with?
HeavyBid integrates with the following applications:
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Project
Q. What level of support does HeavyBid offer?
HeavyBid offers the following support options:
Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat
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