TXDOT – 2024 Codes
For all you TXDOT contractors out there you are probably aware of the new code structure TXDOT issued. Not all the codes changed. This file that can be downloaded below has two levels (1 and 2) and organizes the new codes for importing into HeavyBid….
Classic Export to Accounting – Bye Bye
I know there are a number of HCSS customers are still using the Classic Export to Accounting (and HeavyJob). This export has not been updated in many years but some customers for whatever reason are still using it. This will be removed in Version 2026…
Sept 2024 HeavyBid Monthly Webinar
Here is the link in HCSS Academy to this very informative webinar. The webinar centered on features in Pre-Con. LINK Here is a first. I have never heard the term “Easter Egg” in connection with HeavyBid, but during the webinar, there were “Easter Eggs” on…
HCSS Plans – Time to take a Look
I have been doing a deep dive back into HCSS Plans. First, I had a misconception that it was a product managed by a non-HCSS company that is marketed by HCSS. Not correct at all. It is an internal product with an HCSS software team…
Takeoff Integration in HeavyBid 2024.1
In the latest version of HeavyBid (2024.1) there is a new takeoff integration that I just happened to stumble upon an article on it. Yep – even trainers have to search for this stuff. Check this out this article with a link to video. I…
Contact System – Web
This is my first post of the new web-based contact system, which, if you activate it replaces the internal HeavyBid Business Contact System. Here is the advantage of switching to the web based that resides in Pre-Con. People can access it without taking up a…
HeavyBid Version 2024.1
Version 2024.1 was released last week. I always like updates. This one is a significant one with some cool features, but I am still figuring them out. The major features are: Also PreCon has a new feature which I just tried out yesterday. You can…
Quickly Change Tag Values
I love tags, but updating them during the estimate lifecycle could be necessary. If it is just updating a tag value for a single estimate, the quickest method is to go to FILE>OPEN and then click on OPTIONS at the bottom of the screen. The…
Master Estimates-How Many Do You Need? Part 1.
HeavyBid allows as many Master estimates as you need but consider the downside of multiple master estimates: Each master estimate has to be maintained. For example, if an equipment price changes in one master you have to copy it to all the other masters since…
Internal Spreadsheet Lesson 1
I just finished Lesson 1 on the internal spreadsheet in TreeView. I think estimators underutilize this feature, and a few simple improvements could really be a game changer. This lesson covers the history of calculations in HeavyBid. LINK
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