HCSS
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Average Ratings 4 Ratings
Description
Elecosoft Bidcon is a sophisticated software solution designed for construction cost estimation, enabling industry professionals to create precise and comprehensive cost assessments and quantity take-offs that facilitate competitive bids, financial planning, and 5D planning processes throughout the entirety of a project. The software boasts an array of robust core functionalities, including customizable cost libraries that empower users to construct and manage intricate breakdowns of expenses related to materials, labor, equipment, and subcontractor fees, along with the ability to import data from Excel; it also features advanced search and filtering options for swift data analysis and seamless import/export functions for efficient data transfer to and from external files. Furthermore, Bidcon enhances tender management capabilities by allowing users to send inquiries to various subcontractors and evaluate their responses, thereby improving the decision-making process; the inclusion of pre-built templates also aids in minimizing errors and fostering consistency in the estimating process. In addition to these features, advanced functionalities allow users to publish estimates online for secure access via authorized browsers while also enabling the establishment of user accounts and permissions to ensure controlled and safe collaboration among team members. This unique combination of features makes Elecosoft Bidcon an invaluable tool for construction professionals aiming to streamline their estimating workflows and enhance project outcomes.
Description
HCSS is a leader in construction software, providing an extensive range of tools that support construction projects from beginning to end. Its software suite includes modules for pre-construction activities like estimating and bidding, as well as for managing project progress, job costs, safety compliance, and fleet maintenance. With over 4,000 clients, HCSS is known for helping heavy civil contractors optimize their operations. Its features like fleet telematics, cloud hosting, and smart forms streamline work processes, making it an indispensable tool for contractors of all sizes.
API Access
Has API
No
API Access
Has API
Yes
Integrations
Asta Powerproject
Yes
Bluebeam Revu
Yes
CMiC
No
CSSI
No
ComputerEase
No
Concord
No
Equipment360
No
FOUNDATION
No
HCSS Dispatcher
No
HCSS Plans
No
Integrations
Asta Powerproject
No
Bluebeam Revu
No
CMiC
Yes
CSSI
Yes
ComputerEase
Yes
Concord
Yes
Equipment360
Yes
FOUNDATION
Yes
HCSS Dispatcher
Yes
HCSS Plans
Yes
Pricing Details
No price information available.
Free Trial
No
Free Version
No
Pricing Details
$60 - $4,000+/user/year
We know every business is unique, and so is our pricing. Depending on the HCSS products you choose and how much you use them, our annual pricing typically ranges from $60 to $4,000+. If you're looking to get the most out of our entire platform, we offer annual pricing based on your company's revenue. This way, as you grow, our solutions keep providing value every step of the way.
Free Trial
No
Free Version
No
Deployment
Web-Based
No
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
Yes
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
Yes
iPad App
Yes
Android App
Yes
Windows
No
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
Yes
Online Support
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
Yes
Live Training (Online)
Yes
In Person
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
Yes
Live Training (Online)
Yes
In Person
Yes
Vendor Details
Company Name
Elecosoft
Founded
1895
Country
United Kingdom
Website
elecosoft.com/us/products/bidcon/features/
Vendor Details
Company Name
HCSS
Founded
1986
Country
United States
Website
www.hcss.com
Product Features
BIM
2D Drawing
No
3D Modeling
No
Change Management
No
Collaboration
No
Conflict Tracking
No
Design Modeling
No
Document Management
No
For Facility Management
No
Mobile Access
No
Scheduling
No
Construction Bid Management
Bidder Management
No
Building Product Database
No
Cost Database
No
File Sharing
No
Proposal Management
No
Quotes / Estimates
No
RFP Management
No
Subcontractor Management
No
Takeoff
No
Version Control
No
Construction Estimating
Accounting Integration
No
Audit Trail
No
Bid Management
No
Billing & Invoicing
No
Building Product Database
No
Calculators
No
Change Orders
No
Contract Management
No
Cost Database
No
Customer Management
No
Customizable Templates
No
Electrical Estimating
No
HVAC Estimating
No
Historical Database
No
Job Costing
No
Plumbing Estimating
No
Price Data / Price Books
No
Project Management
No
Quote Management
No
Reporting/Analytics
No
Scheduling
No
Subcontractor Management
No
Takeoff
No
What-if Analysis
No
Job Costing
Bills of Material
No
Budgeting & Forecasting
No
Change Orders
No
Cost-to-Completion Tracking
No
Invoice Management
No
Overrun Reporting
No
Percent-Complete Tracking
No
Production Cost Tracking
No
Purchase Order Management
No
Quotes / Estimates
No
Time Tracking
No
Work Order Management
No
Takeoff
3D View
No
Assembly Takeoff
No
Cross Section Creation
No
Electronic Plans
No
Elevation Checking
No
Error Checking
No
Site Balancing
No
Slope Routines
No
Subcontractor Management
No
Product Features
Construction Bid Management
Bidder Management
No
Building Product Database
No
Cost Database
Yes
File Sharing
No
Proposal Management
Yes
Quotes / Estimates
Yes
RFP Management
Yes
Subcontractor Management
Yes
Takeoff
Yes
Version Control
Yes
Construction Estimating
Accounting Integration
Yes
Audit Trail
Yes
Bid Management
Yes
Billing & Invoicing
No
Building Product Database
No
Calculators
Yes
Change Orders
No
Contract Management
No
Cost Database
Yes
Customer Management
No
Customizable Templates
Yes
Electrical Estimating
No
HVAC Estimating
No
Historical Database
Yes
Job Costing
Yes
Plumbing Estimating
No
Price Data / Price Books
Yes
Project Management
No
Quote Management
Yes
Reporting/Analytics
Yes
Scheduling
Yes
Subcontractor Management
Yes
Takeoff
Yes
What-if Analysis
Yes
Construction Management
Accounting Integration
Yes
Budget Tracking/Job Costing
Yes
CRM
Yes
Change Orders
Yes
Commercial
Yes
Contract Management
No
Contractors
Yes
Equipment Tracking
Yes
Estimating
Yes
Incident Reporting
Yes
Mobile Access
Yes
Offline Access
Yes
RFI & Submittals
Yes
Residential
No
Subcontractor Management
Yes
Timesheets
Yes
Construction Scheduling
Bid Management
No
Change Orders
Yes
Gantt Charts
No
Job Scheduling
Yes
Project Scheduling
Yes
Rescheduling
Yes
Staff Calendar
No
Task Management
No
EHS Management
Audit Management
Yes
Corrective / Preventive Actions
Yes
Environmental Management
Yes
Environmental Risk Assessment
No
Forms Management
Yes
Incident Management
Yes
Industrial Safety Management
Yes
Injury Reporting
Yes
Inspection Management
Yes
MSDS
No
OSHA Recordkeeping
Yes
Occupational Health Management
No
Safety Risk Assessment
Yes
Training Management
No
Waste Management
No
Equipment Maintenance
Customer Database
Yes
Dispatch Management
Yes
Equipment Tracking
Yes
Inventory Control
Yes
Job Management
Yes
Maintenance Scheduling
Yes
Warranty Tracking
No
Work Order Management
Yes
Fleet Maintenance
Cost Tracking
Yes
Fuel Tracking
No
Maintenance History
Yes
Maintenance Scheduling
Yes
Parts Inventory Management
Yes
Repair Tracking
Yes
Tire Management
No
Vehicle Information
Yes
Warranty Tracking
No
Work Order Management
Yes
Fleet Management
Dispatch Management
Yes
Employee Management
No
Fuel Management
Yes
GPS Tracking
Yes
Incident Reporting
Yes
Inspection Management
Yes
Inventory Management
No
Maintenance Management
Yes
Mileage Tracking
Yes
Motor Pool
No
Routing
No
Tire Management
No
VIN Lookup
No
Work Order Management
Yes
Fuel Management
Billing & Invoicing
Yes
Fuel Card Reconciliation
Yes
Fuel Cards
Yes
Fuel Cost Management
Yes
IFTA Reporting
No
Industry Pricing
No
Personnel Management
No
Third Party Interface
Yes
Variables Monitoring
No
Job Costing
Bills of Material
Yes
Budgeting & Forecasting
Yes
Change Orders
Yes
Cost-to-Completion Tracking
Yes
Invoice Management
Yes
Overrun Reporting
Yes
Percent-Complete Tracking
No
Production Cost Tracking
Yes
Purchase Order Management
No
Quotes / Estimates
Yes
Time Tracking
Yes
Work Order Management
Yes
Safety Management
Audit Management
Yes
Corrective / Preventive Actions
Yes
Incident Management
Yes
Injury Reporting
Yes
Inspection Management
Yes
OSHA Recordkeeping
Yes
Safety Risk Assessment
No
Training Management
Yes
Service Dispatch
Billing & Invoicing
Yes
Call Center Management
No
Contract Management
Yes
Customer Database
No
Inventory Control
No
Job Management
No
Job Tracking
No
Mobile Access
Yes
Routing
No
Scheduling
Yes
Self Service Portal
No
Service History Tracking
No
Technician Management
Yes
Work Order Management
Yes
Takeoff
3D View
No
Assembly Takeoff
Yes
Cross Section Creation
No
Electronic Plans
Yes
Elevation Checking
Yes
Error Checking
Yes
Site Balancing
No
Slope Routines
No
Subcontractor Management
Yes