Subcontractor Tenders

Tendering.
Simplified.

Stop chasing subcontractors via email. Issue tenders, collect bids, and compare submissions — all in one place.

Built for QS teams and main contractors managing trade packages on construction projects in Ireland and the UK.

Team Size

QS Practices

From solo quantity surveyors to small teams of 10. No enterprise complexity, just the tools you need.

Project Type

Commercial & Residential

Multi-trade packages across all project types. Blockwork, drylining, windows, M&E — all in one place.

Market Focus

Ireland & UK

Built for local practices. Your tender process, your way — without the American enterprise bloat.

The Old Way

  • ×Sending tender docs via email attachments
  • ×Chasing subcontractors for weeks
  • ×Comparing bids in messy spreadsheets
  • ×"Did they even open it?" — no idea

The BuildFlow Tender Way

  • Issue tenders to multiple subs in one click
  • Automatic reminders chase non-responders
  • Live comparison table as bids come in
  • See who's opened, interested, or declined

How It Works

01

Issue

Create your trade package, upload documents, select subcontractors from your database, and send. Done in minutes.

02

Track

Watch responses come in real-time. System auto-chases non-responders so you don't have to.

03

Compare

View all bids side-by-side. Export to Excel. Award with confidence.

Magic Link Access

Subcontractors don't need accounts.

They click a secure link, view your documents, and submit their bid online. No login required. No software to install. Just a simple form that takes minutes to complete.

Secure: One-time access tokens
Simple: No account creation
Mobile: Works on any device
Subcontractor
📄 Drawings.pdf
📄 Specifications.pdf
Not Interested
I'm Interested

Automated Reminders

System chases non-responders on your behalf. Configure reminder schedules and escalation rules.

Subcontractor Database

Centralized contacts. Filter by trade, region, rating. Track insurance expiry and compliance.

Bid Confidentiality

Subcontractors never see each other's bids. Ever. Strict data isolation and audit trails.

Ready to simplify tendering?

BlogLinkedInSnagging© 2026 BuildFlow
BuildFlow Tender - Tendering Simplified for QS Teams | BuildFlow