This step-by-step guide walks through the key features to help you maximize PlanHub Pro for Suppliers for your sales and networking efforts.
PlanHub for Suppliers makes it easy for suppliers, distributors, and manufacturer reps to connect with contractors and find relevant project opportunities at the right time.
PlanHub for Suppliers Overview
Log In and Explore Projects
Log in to PlanHub and head to your Projects page. Use search tools and filters to quickly identify projects that fit your product lines.
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Use the Advanced Filters to filter the list of projects.
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Use Keyword Search
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Enter keywords like product names, materials, or competitors to find relevant projects.
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Results show matched projects and supporting documents. Click on a match to view documents where your keyword appears.
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Preview and Download Documents
Preview or download files. In preview mode, the File Viewer highlights all pages with your keyword.
Save and Manage Projects
Save interesting projects to your bid planner, or archive those that aren’t a fit.
Enable email notifications for future keyword hits.
Review Project Details
Select a project and click on "View Project Details" to open the Project Details page and get more information on the project and contractor activity on the posting.
Project Details Page
Use tabs to navigate project information, access/view files, connect with subcontractors and general contractors, review competitor intel, and share your pricing with registered contacts.
Directory
Use the Directory to Find Contractors Search for subcontractors or GCs by trade, location, or company name. Refine searches with advanced filters, and view or message contacts directly from results.
You can quickly add companies to your network, block companies, and check recent activity.
View full company profiles, Trades, and project activity in PlanHub.
Lead Finder
Access Lead Finder Pro suppliers can use Lead Finder to spot early-phase project leads where you may influence specification choices.
All leads have a "Details & Notes" page where you can review the lead details and contact information, assign tasks, and save or share leads as needed.
Bid Planner
Manage Projects With Bid Planner
All saved projects appear in Bid Planner for tracking. Search, assign projects to team members, and update status as you progress.
PlanHub gives you a powerful platform to discover sales opportunities, connect with contractors, and organize your bids—making it easier to grow your business and network in the construction industry.