AutoBid SheetMetal by QuickPen Software

For Sheet Metal and HVAC/Ductwork contractors that do any combination of commercial, industrial and institutional work, AutoBid SheetMetal by QuickPen is designed specifically for the unique needs of the industry, providing fast and accurate estimates to determine labor and material costs. Using the solution's patented Automatic Fitting Generation, estimators can easily create competitive takeoffs while keeping an eye on the bottom line.

AutoBid SheetMetal can be utilized by both fabricators and install-only shops and is a great fit for companies in several commercial industries, including design and build firms, piping, HVAC and ductwork, as well as utility contractors.

Takeoff is streamlined and improved with Automatic Fitting Generation, in which AutoBid automatically inserts the correct fitting and hanger as the pipe is removed, saving time and reducing omissions and mistakes. The system eliminates the need for a digitizer, allowing users to import drawings, display them on screen and then perform takeoff with a mouse. There is also a patented graphical audit trail that provides a real-time view of edits and with AutoBid's Box-In tool, users can select a specific area of the drawing, make changes or copy one part of the drawing to another, repeating the takeoff in the destination.

The solution includes a full sheet metal database with multiple construction standards, as well as user-friendly Excel-based reports that allow users to flex the data into a format that meets the company needs. The estimating data can be exported directly into a number of leading project management and accounting systems.

For piping, plumbing and sheet metal contractors looking to meet aggressive deadlines, provide competitive takeoffs and improve estimates, AutoBid SheetMetal should definitely be considered.