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Automated Estimating & Proposals  ·  Construction · IT · Government · Manufacturing  ·  vernier.io

DROP YOUR DOCS.
GET YOUR BID.

Vernier reads your documents, extracts scope, generates takeoffs, prices from your cost database, runs risk analysis, and delivers complete bid packages — automatically. You review only what matters. 4 industries. 30+ trades. Full traceability. One click.

Companies using Vernier run 3–4× more proposals with higher win rates and better margins — the system does the heavy lifting, you make the judgment calls.

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The Vernier Platform

9-Step Automated Pipeline. 4 Industries.
One Platform.

Drop your plans. Vernier reads every page, detects elements, generates takeoffs, models routes, validates against specs, and delivers a complete bid — calibrated to your costs, your market, your markup.

A
Full Bid Package
Complete takeoff, BOM, labor hours, proposal, schedule, and risk register. The whole bid, ready to submit.
See a sample bid
B
Budget / ROM
Rough order of magnitude with key assumptions. Give the GC a defensible number in minutes, not hours.
C
Scope Development
Scope narrative, exclusions, phasing, and budget range. Perfect for design-build or pre-con conversations.
D
Plan Review
3-pass code compliance check, RFI candidates, and VE flags. Catches what you miss at 2am.
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E
VE Analysis
Value engineering opportunities with delta costs and owner-ready pitch language. Save the job margin.
F
Sub Leveling
Side-by-side sub bid comparison with scope gap analysis and award recommendation. No more surprise exclusions.
G
Change Orders
CO impact analysis with pricing, schedule impact, and owner-ready justification. Protect your margin on extras.
H
Payment Applications
Schedule of values, percent complete tracking, and pay app generation. Get paid faster.
I
RFI Response
Vernier drafts your RFI response letter with code references, cost impact, and schedule implications.
J
Sub Pre-Qual
Vet subcontractors before you hand them scope. EMR, insurance, references, capacity — scored and ranked.
K
Design-Build
Integrated design + estimate for design-build projects. Concept to budget in one pass.
See a Sample Bid Vernier vs. Spreadsheets
Built for Your Trade

Construction. IT. Government. Manufacturing.
One Platform.

Every mode is calibrated with trade-specific pricing data, code references, and scope language. Pick your trade.

Beyond Estimating

Everything You Need
Between Bid Day and Payday.

Vernier isn't just an estimating tool. It's the platform that runs your bid desk, tracks your subs, watches your credentials, and works offline from the job site.

Bid Tracking + Map
Track every bid from pipeline to award. See your active bids on a map. Record win/loss data, competitors, and bid amounts. Know your win rate by trade, region, and GC.
Bid Qualification Checker
Upload the bid invite and Vernier extracts every requirement — license, bonding, insurance, prevailing wage. Compares against your credentials. Pass, fail, or action needed.
Bid Bond Auto-Fill
Upload your blank bond form once. When a bid is ready, Vernier fills in the project, amount, and surety details. Print to PDF.
Subcontractor CRM
Full contact database for subs, suppliers, architects, and engineers. Auto-generate RFQ emails with scope pulled from your takeoff. Track who quoted, who didn't.
Business Card Scanner
Snap a photo of a business card at the job site. Vernier reads it, detects the trade, checks for duplicates, and adds it to your CRM in seconds. Works on your phone.
Credential Tracking
Track every license, insurance policy, bond, and certification. Get alerts at 30, 7, and 1 day before expiration. Never get caught with an expired GL again.
RFIs & Change Orders
Log RFIs and change orders per project. Vernier drafts response letters with code references and cost impact. Track status from submitted to approved.
Job Cost Tracking
Track actual costs against your estimate. See where you're making money and where you're bleeding. Benchmark across projects to find your real productivity rates.
Works Offline (PWA)
Vernier installs on your phone like an app. View projects, contacts, and bids offline from the job site. Changes sync when you're back on Wi-Fi.
Tools & Calculators

Sharpen Your Numbers.

Calculators and reference tools you can use right now. Premium features (estimating, plan review, takeoff) require a Vernier account.

Contractor Resources

Win Rate, Margin, &
Bid Strategy.

Help Center & Documentation
A Hand-Picked Partnership

We Deliberately Work with
a Limited Number Each Year.

We partner exclusively with hands-on owners who are still deeply involved in bidding and running jobs. When you qualify, you receive direct personalized attention from your dedicated Vernier partner, a system fully calibrated to your data and experience, and white-glove support focused on higher gross profit and greater peace of mind.

Software-First Path
For high-readiness owners who already have solid financials and quoting processes. Jump straight into a calibrated system built around your trade, your costs, and your margin targets. Monthly subscription after one-time calibration.
Consulting-First Path
For owners who need to build the foundation first. Start with a Reality Check, graduate to Focused 90, and layer in the calibrated system when your operations are ready. Your partner walks the road with you.
Full Partner + GP Guarantee
Six months of deep work across all four pillars: Financial, Quoting, Vision, and Leadership. Includes the Gross Profit Guarantee — if your GP doesn't improve, you don't pay for the final phase.
Readiness Assessment

See If You Qualify.

Answer 6 quick questions. We'll tell you which path fits — software, consulting, or both — and whether we're the right fit for each other.

Contractor Consulting

Not Ready for Software?
Start with a Conversation.

Aviat Group's consulting program puts a seasoned partner — 20+ years on both sides of the owner-contractor table — in your corner. From a one-time diagnostic to a 6-month deep partnership with a GP Guarantee, every engagement is scoped to where you are right now. Investment levels are shared after your qualification call.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions.

What makes Vernier different from other estimating software?

Vernier is calibrated to your specific business — your labor rates, your material costs, your trade knowledge, and your margin targets. It's not a one-size-fits-all tool. It's a premium partnership that includes direct access to your dedicated partner and white-glove onboarding. We limit the number of contractors we work with each year so every partner gets genuine attention.

Do I need to be tech-savvy to use this?

If you can email a PDF and fill in a form, you can use Vernier. Drop your plans in, pick a mode, and the system does the heavy lifting. It works on your phone, your tablet, and your laptop. No training videos required — and your dedicated partner personally walks you through setup.

What does "calibrated to my business" actually mean?

During onboarding, we load your actual labor rates, material pricing, overhead structure, and historical job data into the system. Every estimate Vernier produces reflects how you actually build — not national averages or RS Means data. As you complete jobs and give feedback, the system gets sharper.

What size contractor is this built for?

Owner-involved commercial contractors doing $2M to $200M in annual revenue, self-performing 1 to 3 trades. The owner is still in the trenches — reviewing plans, writing proposals, managing field crews. If that's you, this was built for you.

Why is qualification required?

We work with a limited number of contractors each year and invest significant time calibrating each system. The Readiness Assessment ensures we're the right fit for each other before either of us commits time and resources. Not every contractor is ready for what we offer — and that's OK. We'll tell you honestly.

Can I try it before committing?

We offer a private demo where your partner walks you through a live estimate on one of your actual projects. You'll see exactly what the system produces for your trade, your market, and your scope — before you decide. Request a demo through the Readiness Assessment or by calling (855) 562-8428.

Your Next Bid

Stop Spending Nights
on Bids You Might Lose.

We partner exclusively with hands-on owners who are still deeply involved in bidding and running jobs. When you qualify, you receive direct personalized attention from your dedicated Vernier partner, a system fully calibrated to your data and experience, and white-glove support focused on higher gross profit.

TAKE THE READINESS ASSESSMENT REQUEST A DEMO

Not sure which path fits? Take the 2-minute quiz

Important: Vernier's automated features are assistive tools only and do not constitute professional engineering, architectural, or construction services. All outputs must be independently reviewed by qualified licensed professionals. Performance claims are illustrative and based on typical user reports. Actual results vary. Full Terms of Service