Requirements Before Bidding

Summary 
 Additional requirements are conditions set on a bid package that help subcontractors understand what the general contractor expects before submitting a bid. They clarify expectations early so both sides can avoid wasted time and misaligned bids. 
 Why It Matters 
 What problem does this solve? 
Contractors often receive bids that don’t meet basic criteria (insurance, licensing, breakdowns, etc.), which creates delays and unnecessary back-and-forth. 
 Why this matters for subcontractors 
Requirements help subcontractors quickly understand if a job is a good fit before investing time preparing a quote. 
 How It Works 
 What Are Additional Requirements? 
 Additional requirements are custom conditions added to a bid package by the contractor. 
They don’t block you from bidding, but they help contractors assess fit and readiness. 
 Common examples include: 
 
 WCB approval 
 Certificate of Insurance 
 Full quote breakdown 
 Trade-specific certifications or compliance requirements 
 
 Where Subcontractors See Requirements 
 You may see requirements in several locations: 
 
 Inside the Job Details panel 
 Within the Bid Package details 
 In the Bid Conversation 
 When requesting to bid through the Job Connector 
 
 Confirming Requirements (Job Connector Flow) 
 If you find a job through Job Connector and click Request to Bid , you may be asked to confirm which requirements you meet. 
 Important notes: 
 
 You are not required to meet every requirement to request to bid. 
 You can leave any requirement unmarked if you’re unsure. 
 Contractors still decide who they hire — even if not all requirements are met. 
 
 For directly invited subcontractors , this confirmation step may not appear. 
However, the requirements are still visible and relevant throughout the bidding process. 
 After You’re Accepted 
 Once you’re accepted to bid or awarded the project: 
 
 The contractor may request proof of certain requirements. 
 Any documents (insurance, WCB, certifications, etc.) are exchanged directly inside the bid conversation chat . 
 
 There is no separate document upload system for these requirements. 
 When This Applies 
 This applies when: 
 
 You are viewing jobs using the Job Connector 
 You’re responding to a direct invite 
 You’re evaluating whether to submit a bid 
 You’re reviewing requirements on an awarded job 
 
 Related Articles 
 
 How to Bid on a Job 
 Creating Bid Packages 
 Managing Submitted Bids