PataBid

PataBid is a MEP estimating software platform designed for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and building automation contractors. According to the vendor, this user-friendly system provides tools for estimating, bid management, quantity takeoff, and public tender searching, making it suitable for residential, commercial, or industrial projects of any size. PataBid caters to professionals in the electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, and building automation industries.

Key Features

MEP Estimating Software: PataBid is a comprehensive MEP estimating software platform designed for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and building automation contractors. According to the vendor, it provides tools for estimating, bid management, quantity takeoff, and public tender searching, making it suitable for projects of any size.

Integrated Drafting Capabilities For Design-Build Projects: PataBid allows users to create custom drawings and perform manual drafting directly within the platform. According to the vendor, all items used in manual drafting are automatically taken off in the estimate.

Built-In Pricing and Labor Tools: PataBid offers integrated pricing and labor tools for accurate cost estimation. According to the vendor, it automatically applies list pricing to materials in the estimate and notifies users of price changes. The platform also provides labor unit explanations and information for confident bidding.

AI-Based Rapid Count Automatically Counts Devices & Fixtures: PataBid utilizes AI technology to automatically quantify items on drawings, saving time and improving accuracy. According to the vendor, the Rapid Count feature completes quantity takeoff in minutes with a single click and can be used to count standard suites and condos using the Typicals feature.

Cloud-Based Access: PataBid provides cloud-based solutions, allowing users to access estimates and data from anywhere, anytime.

Graphical Takeoff (Automated): PataBid enables users to select an item on a drawing, set the attributes, and let the AI find the rest. According to the vendor, it offers automated on-screen takeoff for faster and more accurate quantity estimation.

Close Out: PataBid allows users to create custom crews, packages, equipment, and more with the included Closeout feature. According to the vendor, it helps manage project labor, quoted packages, subcontractors, equipment, and overhead.

PDF Editor: PataBid's PDF Editor enables users to extract specific pages from a drawing or spec and add markups and notes. According to the vendor, it also allows for the export of marked-up pages as a new PDF.

Public Tender Searching: PataBid provides automated tender searching from over 250 repositories across Canada and the US. According to the vendor, it centralizes and sorts bid opportunities, saving time and effort in finding relevant public tenders. The platform also offers daily email alerts on relevant public tenders and addenda changes.