




Invitation to bid





Supported Operating System(s):
Mac OS, Web browser (OS agnostic), Windows 8About Pantera Tools Integrated Plan Room
Pantera Tools Integrated Plan Room by Pantera Global Technology is a cloud-based bid management solution that caters to general contractors, subcontractors, retailers, and suppliers. The solution helps users to streamline their bid process and is accessible via both Mac and Windows platforms.
Pantera Tools Integrated Plan Room allows users to operate on one single application to share files and send messages between team members. It provides users custom templates for bid related communication that includes bid invites, reminders and agenda.
Additionally, Pantera Tools Integrated Plan Room provides features like file sharing, collaborative messaging, and document management. The solution allows general contractors to communicate directly with their su...
Invitation to bid
Supported Operating System(s):
Mac OS, Web browser (OS agnostic), Windows 8Average User Ratings
Overall
Ease-of-use
4.5
Value for money
4.0
Customer support
4.5
Functionality
4.5
Likelihood to Recommend
Not likely
Very likely
November 2014
Nathan from P.J. Hoerr Inc.
Industry: Construction
Time Used: Free Trial
Ease-of-use
5.0
Customer support
5.0
Functionality
5.0
November 2014
If I were a software engineer, this is what I would have built.
Pros
The best feature of this software is that, overall, it is quick and user-friendly. The rollover to this new software was very smooth. We can get into it and build a project, select subcontractors and suppliers, and send an invitation to bid in a matter of minutes. Subs and suppliers who want to be added to our bid list can fill out all of their own information. Because it is web-based, I can log onto it with any computer or device anywhere and send information out at anytime. We can also track if the sub or supplier bid the project and what their bid was. It is simple to upload plans, specs, and addenda.
Cons
We have had no complaints so far. This software is user-friendly and reliable. What more can you want?
July 2018
Mason from Arcideo Construction LLC
Company Size: 2-10 employees
Industry: Construction
Time Used: Less than 12 months
Review Source
Ease-of-use
4.0
Value for money
4.0
Customer support
3.0
Functionality
4.0
July 2018
A tool for every construction contractor
Most of the time spent is setting up the project profile, it helps a great amount in organization of duties and updates as the project progresses.
Pros
Pantera has integrated its software to allow contractors and other professionals to seamlessly collaborate on projects. This provides more time for everyone within the project to collaborate and meet deadlines.
Cons
There have been software issues with delays and refresh time but overall it meets the needs for construction professionals alike.
October 2014
Dan from Reeve-Knight Construction, Inc.
Industry: Construction
Time Used: Less than 6 months
Ease-of-use
4.0
Customer support
4.5
Functionality
2.5
October 2014
Good product, needs some improvements for database management
Pros
Customer support is excellent; our rep is very friendly and responsive. The newsfeed page is great for a quick glance to check project and database updates. Uploading plans and specs is quick and simple. The search features are intuitive and easy to use.
Cons
I don't like the way the database is managed. We have essentially no control over who enters themselves into our database or what CSI Trades (Groups) they enter into their profile. I've had several subcontractors plug themselves into every CSI Trade in our database, and that's just not the way we want things done. There should be an approval process once a sub enters their information where we can check what they've done before they're automatically plugged in and receiving invites. For instance, many of our clients do not allow us to send their projects out to Public Plan rooms (Dodge, BidClerk, Builder's Exchanges, etc.), and we could easily be removed from a client's bid list for doing so. I have already had a few Builder's Exchanges enter themselves into every CSI trade in our database, and had it not been caught, they would have received invitations for some of these projects, and then downloaded and posted plans in their plan room. This could cause serious problems for us and needs to be rectified. Also, I just sent the second reminder out to our team not to use the email address box in the Invitation to Bid page, because instead of just sending that person an invite or adding them to the selected vendors from the address book, it creates an entirely new profile in our database, which contains no information whatsoever, other than an email address. I've cleared out somewhere around 30+ such profiles.
Response from Account Management Team
Replied February 2016
Thank you Dan for the details on the address book and we have updated the updating/modifications of contacts. We also have contractors that put a ‘cap’ on the amount of trades subcontractors can associate with their details, that is IF you allow them to modify details in your database.
July 2018
Anonymous
Time Used: Less than 12 months
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
3.0
Value for money
5.0
Customer support
5.0
Functionality
5.0
July 2018
Wonderful product-- does what it says for subcontractors, owners and consultants
Pros
So many features that are each complete self contained. In other words I can put not only hard information in but my thoughts about possible alternatives
Cons
Some parts are overwhelming, such as combining information from a subcontractor based on bid specs and trying to incorporate a marketing expense certain to be added later
January 2014
Lisa from Frans Construction, Inc
Industry: Construction
Time Used: Free Trial
Ease-of-use
5.0
Customer support
5.0
Functionality
5.0
January 2014
A Dream Come True
Pros
Where do I begin? This program allows vendors/subcontractors to register on my plan room without my assistance. It also allows me to view who has received my invitations and follow up with any that may have been rejected. I can also quickly send reports of invited subs to my project manager for their use. Compared to other products that I have used, Pantera is a quality product that I would recommend to anyone looking for a quick, efficient way to reach out to subcontractors and vendors alike. Pantera's staff is always upbeat and positive, assisting whenever my subs or I need help.
Cons
What do I like least? That I didn't know about Pantera 2 years ago!