Can you reopen a bid once the due date has passed?

Projectmates simplifies the process of extending the bid due date through the addendum process.

Drill into the bid menu for the bid to change the bid due date.

1. Open up the project where this bid was set up.
2. Then navigate to Bids and select the particular bid from the left side menu.

Step 1: Create an addendum.

1. Click the Manage Addenda link in the left side menu. The Addenda log page will display.
2. Click + Addenda button. The Add Addendum Info screen will display.
3. Enter the Subject, such as "Re-opening the bid".
4. Select the Extended Bid Due Date Until date.
5. Enter a Memo.
6. Click the Save button.

Step 2: Attach any documents, as needed.

Optionally, you can add attachments with this addendum.

1. Use the drop down to Select Documents Group.
2. The page will update showing all available folders to include. 
3. Mark the check box(es) for any folders to be included in this addendum.
4. Click the Save button.

Step 3: Review and publish the addendum.

1. Review the addendum to verify the correct due date was selected and the correct documents were attached.
2. In the Notifications section, mark the appropriate check box(es) for who should receive email notification of the addendum being published.
3. Hit Publish to extend the bid.

Click here for more information on bid management.