Fast go/no-go checks
- Can you attend any required pre-bid meeting?
- Can you meet bond, insurance, license, and registration requirements?
- Does the scope match work you already perform well?
- Can you price the job before the deadline without guessing?
How do you decide if a public bid is worth chasing?
A public bid is worth chasing when the scope fits your trade, the deadline is realistic, the requirements match your license and bonding capacity, the location works for your crew, and the pricing risk is clear enough to bid confidently.
Common reasons to pass
- The job is outside your normal service area.
- The scope needs subs you do not already trust.
- The deadline is too close.
- The specs are missing key quantities or shift too much risk to the contractor.
Use the official posting before final pricing
- GeauxBids can help you screen faster.
- The official buyer documents still control the bid requirements.
- Save the source link and recheck addenda before submitting.
GeauxBids helps contractors triage public notices faster. It does not replace official buyer postings, addenda, or legal/procurement advice.