About Trimble AutoBid Mechanical
Trimble AutoBid Mechanical is a bidding software from Trimble that aids in the mechanical contracting industry. It provides cost estimation, bid management, and project tracking to help contractors create accurate bids and improve their proposal processes. The software supports integration with industry-standard tools, allowing for efficient data management and collaboration. AutoBid Mechanical is designed to reduce manual entry errors and automate repetitive tasks, enabling users to focus on strategic decision-making. Key capabilities: cost estimation bid management project tracking data integration automation Best for: mechanical contractors that need accurate bidding solutions.
Trimble AutoBid Mechanical is the "Scientific Method" of estimating. It moves beyond simple measurement to provide a deep, specification-driven analysis of a project. It is the perfect tool for mid-to-large mechanical contractors who bid on high-stakes projects like hospitals or stadiums, where an error in the "fitting count" or "labor factor" could mean the difference between profit and loss. If your goal is to bid more work in less time with higher precision, this is the benchmark software for the industry.
Pros & Cons
- +The ability to create assemblies that suit the needs of our local codes and methods is awesome.
- +The training offered is pretty good and a solid foundation to get started.
- +Solid database of materials and list pricing.
- +Can be fully customized to suit our organizations needs.
- −The updates are often are buggy with unexplained errors.
- −Set up of the program takes alot of time
- −The lack of keyboard shortcuts for basic takeoff features
- −sometimes click accuracy can be a little funky
Features
Key features
- Autofitting Generation
- Automatically inserts and counts the correct fittings (elbows, tees, hangers) as you draw pipe runs, drastically reducing manual entry.
- Specification-Driven Takeoff
- Automatically applies material types, schedules, and wall thicknesses based on predefined project specs as you trace drawings.
- OnScreen View Takeoff
- Eliminates paper plans by allowing users to import PDFs or CAD files and perform 2D/3D measurements with a mouse.
- Value Engineering
- Allows users to swap entire specifications (e.g., Copper to CPVC) across an entire project to instantly compare cost savings.
- Comprehensive Database
- Includes over 100,000 pre-built items and assemblies, ready for immediate use out of the box.
Additional features
- Industry Standard Labor Units
- Built-in labor books from MCAA and PHCC to ensure labor estimates reflect real-world productivity.
- Rapid Reports
- A pivot-table style reporting engine that breaks down costs by system, floor, or material for granular analysis.
- Code Manager
- Categorizes labor and material data into specific cost codes for seamless export to accounting or project management software.
- Live Pricing Links
- Connects to TRA-SER and Supplier Xchange for real-time market pricing on materials.
- Visual Audit Trail
- Creates a color-coded trail on the drawing of every item taken off, making it easy to see what has been missed.
- Drawing Comparison
- Overlays new drawing revisions in red against old ones to highlight addendums or change orders.
- Pre-built Assemblies
- Access libraries of common fixture or equipment hookups (pumps, toilets, etc.) with a single click.
- Custom Exports
- Export detailed bid data directly to Excel, MS Project, or Primavera P6.
- Automatic Hanger Calculation
- Identifies pipe size and spacing to generate accurate hanger and attachment counts.
- Multi-User Collaboration
- Allows multiple estimators to work on the same set of project drawings simultaneously.
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About Trimble AutoBid Mechanical
Trimble AutoBid Mechanical is a bidding software from Trimble that aids in the mechanical contracting industry. It provides cost estimation, bid management, and project tracking to help contractors create accurate bids and improve their proposal processes. The software supports integration with industry-standard tools, allowing for efficient data management and collaboration. AutoBid Mechanical is designed to reduce manual entry errors and automate repetitive tasks, enabling users to focus on strategic decision-making. Key capabilities: cost estimation bid management project tracking data integration automation Best for: mechanical contractors that need accurate bidding solutions.
Trimble AutoBid Mechanical Details
Trimble AutoBid Mechanical's In-App Market Place
Does Trimble AutoBid Mechanical have an in-app market place?
Yes
How many Mini-Apps in the marketplace?
1
Mini Apps
N/A
Pricing Options
Accepted Payment Currencies
USD ($)
Pros & Cons
- The ability to create assemblies that suit the needs of our local codes and methods is awesome.
- The training offered is pretty good and a solid foundation to get started.
- Solid database of materials and list pricing.
- Can be fully customized to suit our organizations needs.
- The updates are often are buggy with unexplained errors.
- Set up of the program takes alot of time
- The lack of keyboard shortcuts for basic takeoff features
- sometimes click accuracy can be a little funky
Trimble AutoBid Mechanical's Support Options
Email Address
support@trimble.comContact
1-800-234-3758Documentation
https://trl.trimble.com/Community Forums
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