Swiftender Reviews

“Great platform for getting RFP's out there to subtrades and contractors.

Pros

I find it very easy to use. It provides back-up on who is bidding and who isn't, which helps me refine my RFP lists. Plus, I can upload drawings without any size restrictions.

Cons

I had some issues with email reporting, but nothing that caused a major problem for me.

“Swift Tender

Pros

The bid management dashboard gives me a good sense of the bid situation.

Cons

I can't download the list of trades directly; instead, I need to ask the Swift Tender team.

“Swiftender is a great tool

Pros

Swiftender is an excellent tool for managing our subcontractor database and tender invitations. It's simple to use.

Cons

I haven't found anything to dislike about the software.

“Bidding made easy

Pros

I appreciate how easy it is to send out documents for tendering. It helps me keep track of all emails and bidding contractors. Adding contractors to the invite list is very easy. I love the time it saves me.

Cons

It's challenging to send specific emails to certain contractors when the requirements differ for various disciplines.

“A good fit for a small - medium construction company

Pros

No sign-up is needed for our subcontractors. They can access it easily from their phones while in the field.

Cons

I'd like to see a link with qualification criteria for subcontractors.

“Swiftender Review

Pros

It's interactive, intuitive, and easy to navigate.

Cons

Most of the features are good, and I haven't noted anything I dislike about the software.

“Swiftender Review

Pros

Document sharing is very easy with a large database that keeps past and current RFPs in one central place.

Cons

The user input requirements for location often get flagged as 'Junk,' so many uncommon subcontractors miss the invitations if they aren't contacted directly.

“easy access

Pros

I enjoy the easy access we have with all of the suppliers.

Cons

The time it takes to upload new jobs or drawings to existing jobs could be shorter.

“Tender Platform

Pros

Once we input our contacts and customized the layout, there wasn't much of a learning curve to run the program.

Cons

I haven't encountered any issues so far. It would be helpful to have a one-click option to monitor the actions of our invitees.

“This is a great product for General Contractors sending out Tenders to Subcontractors

Pros

What I liked most was being able to select all the subcontractors we needed for pricing in various divisions and customize the invitation list. The fact that subcontractors can access the plans room without needing a password was a huge plus.

Cons

Once I upload the tender documents, they can't be altered. I can issue a revision, but that results in multiple emails going out to the subcontractors, which can be annoying. I believe there's a fix coming in the next update.

“Swiftender is simple tool

Pros

The software provides a very intuitive experience.

Cons

The software occasionally bugs out, but a page reload usually resolves the issue.

“Swiftender Review

Pros

It's easy to add new trades to jobs and create new jobs.

Cons

The comments carry over from job to job, which means I see irrelevant comments on new jobs.

“Great tool for tender process

Pros

This tool is very efficient for bidding. It's particularly good for entering detailed bidding information and registering various attachments.

Cons

The least favorable part is generating date information at the end of the file name when a new revision is created. It makes it confusing with the actual document issued date.

“Great Product!

Pros

Great program! It's excellent for tendering opportunities, simple to manage packages with a spot for all your contact information, and much more.

Cons

Nothing to note, the product is fantastic!!!

“Swiftender Review

Pros

It works as intended, letting me easily track who is bidding and distribute contract revisions effortlessly.

Cons

There isn't much to dislike about the product. It works exactly as I expect.

“Excellent Tool for Bids!

Pros

The product is easy to use and navigate through menus.

Cons

The calendar could be improved and become a standalone page.

“Swiftender - Good Bang for Buck, But Better Options Overall Out There

Pros

We weren't locked into a one-year term and could go month-to-month. The account executives are very responsive. It's simple, with no frills.

Cons

There were a few quirks, like the requirement to validate the location of a job via Google Maps before sending it out for bid. The interface and format can be a bit confusing, especially when sending revisions and attaching documents; it seems like it could be more streamlined.

“swiftender Review

Pros

I like that the software is easy to use, and I can always see what's going on at a glance. The file-sharing mechanism is quick and easy, and learning how to use the software is simple.

Cons

I think the file sharing system could support a wider variety of file types, and the program could benefit from Google Drive integration or something similar to make sharing files easier for me.

“Swiftender Review - 2 years in

Pros

I can easily send hundreds of custom and personalized invites to my most valued subcontractors and suppliers. Distributing project revisions and addendums is also simple.

Cons

I haven't found any issues yet! I'm very satisfied with the software.

“Happy but can always do better

Pros

It's easy to use, offers good customer support, and is Canadian-based.

Cons

It's slowing down (but I know you're working on that).

“Silver Birch Contracting Ltd. Swift Tender

Pros

It's incredibly simple to use, and the customer support is exceptional.

Cons

I can't remove documents once I've uploaded them.

“Great Customer Service

Pros

Swiftender is user friendly and uncomplicated. I appreciate being able to track who has accessed plans and who is bidding on the project.

Cons

I don't have any complaints. I just wish more subcontractors would respond through the system for tracking.

“Review of Recently Added New Features

Pros

I love the various ways I can organize the information.

Cons

I can't update things live; I have to log off and then log back in.

“Best experienced easy-going sofware.

Pros

I'm really impressed with the new update, it highlights many details that could otherwise be overlooked.

Cons

The loading speed might be a bit of an issue, but it's still pretty good.

“Estimating Database Control

Pros

I appreciate how Swiftender encourages me to be part of the system's development. 2. I value the control I have over my database. 3. I'm glad Swiftender doesn't charge fees to monopolize my sub-trades. 4. I find the system very accessible and intuitive for both my staff and sub-trades.

Cons

The only real downside is the lack of security with document control once a link is sent. While having a link that stays current regardless of revisions is a great feature and allows sub-trades easy access throughout their supply chain and internally, it also poses a security risk since the link can be forwarded and shared beyond my control. I think this is manageable by the Contractor, and it's important to be cautious about who you share information with. However, I'd like the ability to block or delete an invitation or at least monitor and track who has accessed it. Despite this issue, my four main advantages outweigh it. I hope this issue will be addressed in the future. Shayan and his team are excellent, and over the years I've used this program, I've seen its growth and believe in its evolution.

“Thank you

Pros

The functionality and customer support are top-notch.

Cons

Adding a new company and sending a bid invitation for a project involves six steps in total.

“User friendly software

Pros

I like the activity bar that shows a history of responses from individual trades.

Cons

Once you post tender documents in the project file, you can't edit or remove any of them.

“Swiftender

Pros

Being Canadian, I value that my contact list remains private.

Cons

On the detail page, there are graphics showing an overview and status of bidding, but I don't find them useful.

“Select Invites

Pros

It's quite intuitive and displays the data in an easily understandable manner.

Cons

Finding how to send to a specific person or company for each project took me a while. There should be an easier way to do that (unless I'm misinformed).

“Project Coordinator review for Swiftender

Pros

I can easily access the subcontractor database; defining the work areas of each company is very effective; tracking tenders is easy.

Cons

In the future, there might be a tool to visualize projects being tendered without downloading. It could also have a tool for awarding contracts and keeping information in real time (automatic award/non-award messages). Qualitative fields like ratings and years in the market might also be added.

“How has this not existed before?

Pros

This is precisely what a tendering software should be. It's organized by division, invites only relevant trades and suppliers, and hosts the files needed for trades to download. Trades can be categorized into unionized or non-union with the correct designation for each project. It also has a system for uploading addenda.

Cons

There's nothing to complain about. It works great, and we haven't had any problems with it.

“Great Product for Tendering

Pros

Swiftender has developed a platform that is very clear and simple to navigate. It's simple and includes all the essential features for managing construction projects.

Cons

Overall, I'm very happy with the program. I'd like to see how often subcontractors actually quote us, not just how often they interact.

“Swiftender Review

Pros

Document sharing is easy and reliable, saving time compared to sending invites individually. The sub-trade packaging by specific division is efficient. There are multiple options for invitations (distance, name, company, company requirements, etc.).

Cons

I didn't dislike anything about the software.

“Excellent bidding software with ease of use and great customer support

Pros

I'm impressed by how quickly I can create projects and send them out for bids. The process is very smooth and easy for both me and the companies bidding. I also found that Swiftender keeps an up-to-date list of trades, allowing me to update contact information and scopes of work.

Cons

There's nothing specific. Customer support was great, so any issues I had were resolved quickly.

“The best tendering software on the internet

Pros

What I appreciate most about Swiftender is that the OASISCODE team is dedicated to serving their clients and is always open to suggestions for improving the software and adding more value. Yesterday, I logged in to find new functionalities, reporting, and analytics options.

Cons

I haven't found any cons. The tool does everything I need and more.