Downtobid
AcquiredYC S19Los Angeles, US · Founded 2019 · 5 employees · 3 known investors
Downtobid is a preconstruction software platform that streamlines the bidding process for general contractors (GCs) and trade contractors. The platform connects verified trade contractor networks, improves invitation-to-bid (ITB) communications, and provides engagement tracking tools to replace inefficient, transactional bidding workflows.
Also known as basis
Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (S19)
Investors · 3
Also in the syndicate · 1
Uncommon Capitallead
The YC application· Summer 2019 batch
Competitors · 5
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BirdEye1507 shared keywordsBirdeye offers an AI-powered platform with multi-agent "AI Coworkers" that handle marketing, operations, and customer experience tasks such as search optimization, review generation, listings management, social posting, and front-desk coordination. It serves multi-location businesses, providing a unified view of customers, locations, and interactions.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Downtobid do?
- Downtobid is a preconstruction software platform that streamlines the bidding process for general contractors (GCs) and trade contractors. The platform connects verified trade contractor networks, improves invitation-to-bid (ITB) communications, and provides engagement tracking tools to replace inefficient, transactional bidding workflows.
- Who founded Downtobid?
- Downtobid was founded by Andy Lee, Kevin Wu in 2019.
- Who are Downtobid's investors?
- Downtobid's investors include Y Combinator, Bedrock Capital.
- Where is Downtobid headquartered?
- Downtobid is headquartered in Los Angeles, US.



