Contractors and subcontractors rely on digital platforms to discover and manage bid opportunities. While PlanHub and Ganarpro Deal Marketplace both help professionals access ITBs and grow their pipeline, they do so in very different ways.
Overview
| Platform | PlanHub | Ganarpro Deal Marketplace |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Bid Invitation & Networking Platform | Peer-to-peer ITB Sharing Marketplace |
| Audience | GCs and Subcontractors | Subcontractors, Suppliers, Freelancers |
| Access | Free and Premium Plans | Pay-per-deal ($2 per deal) |
| Uploads | GCs post project info and invite subs | Anyone can upload bid invites (e.g., from emails or other platforms) |
| Monetization | No user monetization | Users earn $1 per purchased deal they upload |
| Communication | Messaging within platform | Commenting on public deals |
| Pipeline Tools | Bid tracking tools | Kanban board and CRM integration |
🔄 How PlanHub Works
PlanHub allows general contractors to post project details and invite subcontractors to submit bids. Subcontractors can:
- Search for projects by location and trade
- Download plans/specs
- Submit bids to GCs
- Use a free plan with limited visibility or upgrade to premium for more features
PlanHub is widely used by GCs to distribute projects and build subcontractor networks.
🔁 How Ganarpro Deal Marketplace Works
Ganarpro offers a more flexible, user-driven model where anyone can upload and share bid invites (ITBs, RFPs, RFQs). Here’s how it works:
- Upload & Share: Submit deals from sources like PlanHub, SmartBid, SAM.gov, or emails.
- Browse & Purchase: Buy deals for $2 and add them to your project pipeline.
- Earn Per Sale: If you uploaded the deal, you earn $1 each time it’s purchased.
- Pipeline Integration: Purchased deals go straight into Ganarpro’s CRM & Kanban system.
This makes Ganarpro ideal for users who want to monetize unused bid invites or find ready-to-go deals without a monthly subscription.