Procurement
Buy equipment smarter and create new revenue streams with BuildVision's procurement network

BuildVision

Product Overview

BuildVision is a procurement network that helps contractors source, procure, and finance strategic pieces of equipment directly from suppliers.

Key Features

1. AI-Powered Document Processing

  • Automatically ingests project files and specifications using vision models and OCR
  • Extracts equipment schedules and requirements using AI
  • Highlights relevant sections and creates direct links to source documents
  • Organizes equipment into structured packages
  • Cost has dropped dramatically - now processing 150 projects for $1.40/month using Gemini Flash

[Screenshot placeholder - 02:59 - AI extraction showing highlighted equipment like EV chargers, HVAC fans, and DOAS equipment]

Pain Point Solved: Eliminates manual document review and equipment identification

2. One-Click RFQ System

  • Converts structured data into instant quote requests
  • Standardized format ensures apples-to-apples comparisons
  • Custom scope sheets with required questions
  • Automated distribution to qualified suppliers

[Screenshot placeholder - Mackenzie adding curb requirement question and requesting quote]

Pain Point Solved: Reduces RFQ preparation from hours to minutes

3. Intelligent Supplier Matching

  • Matches equipment packages with qualified suppliers based on line cards and service areas
  • Filters suppliers by zip code and equipment types
  • Allows favoriting of preferred suppliers for faster selection
  • Network approach reduces irrelevant outreach

[Screenshot placeholder - 07:19 - Supplier selection interface showing network of vendors]

Pain Point Solved: Eliminates the "golden envelope theory" - suppliers highly motivated to respond when they know the opportunity is relevant

4. Supplier Dashboard

  • Shows only relevant opportunities matching supplier capabilities
  • Simple quote submission process
  • Built-in messaging for clarifications
  • Service area and line card management

[Screenshot placeholder - 08:19 - Ben's supplier dashboard showing new quote request]

Pain Point Solved: Suppliers don't waste time reviewing irrelevant opportunities

Used By

Target Customers

  • General contractors and subcontractors buying $25-50M+ annually in mechanical/electrical equipment
  • Any buyer of complicated engineering systems equipment
  • Suppliers/manufacturers, reps, and distributors of mechanical/electrical equipment

Trusted by Leading Organisations

HENSEL PHELPS
“Owner bid forms are a pain and preconstruction is left with figuring out all of this information in the last mile, putting together our bids from trade partners and our numbers. Ediphi is the next generation of estimating platforms and the Excel Add-in is a snappy workflow.” - Kyle Bonde: Senior Estimator,Hensel Phelps.

DPR CONSTRUCTION
“After extensive evaluation, including over three years of research and pilot programs among leading estimating tools, Ediphi stands out for its robust, cloud-based approach to the preconstruction life cycle.” - Alan Watt: A preconstruction technology leader at DPR Construction.

WR
“Since transitioning to Ediphi from Sage Estimating, we have observed a significant improvement in our ability to generate estimates and utilize data for future construction projects. This switch has saved us considerable time. Although we have only been customers for a short period, the more I use the software, the more impressed I am. The capability to customize our reports and create high-end proposals will undoubtedly benefit us in our future project pursuits.” - Brian Labossier: Senior Estimator at Wright-RyanConstruction.customise our reports and create high-end proposals will undoubtedly benefit us in our future project pursuits.” - Brian Labossier: Senior Estimator at Wright-Ryan Construction.

SUFFOLK
“I recently did a study comparing our estimating team’s performances from pre-Ediphi to now. We increased revenue per estimator by $20 million and the return on investment was 1,900 percent. I’ve never seen anything like that. That’s in addition to the other efficiencies we’re seeing as we roll out Ediphi at a national level.” - Scott Menard: National Director of Preconstruction atSuffolk Construction

Operating Locations

  • Currently US-based with expanding Canadian presence
  • Plans to follow customers globally, though international markets have different rep network structures

Implementation & Onboarding

Important Considerations

Process: Send project files or invite BuildVision to BuildingConnected projects

Timeline: 30-minute demo and setup, immediate project capability

Integration: Minimal - described as "one call to RFQ"

Adoption: Hundreds of daily users due to simple implementation

Security & Privacy

Won top award for privacy in 2025

Integrations

ROI & Value

Process Efficiency:

Dramatic reduction in RFQ preparation time (from hours to minutes)

Profit Center Creation:

Help contractors build $2M+ revenue businesses through early equipment procurement services

Time Efficiency:

Faster building openings through better lead time management

Cost Savings:

10-40% equipment cost reductions through competitive bidding, with some projects seeing 100%+ savings

Founding Team

Ben Lyddane
COO
Mike Powers
CEO

Funding

Total Raised
13m

Series funding to accelerate growth

Investors
Crosslink capital and Norwest Ventures

Leading technology investment fund

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