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Cascade

AI-powered bid intelligence and RFP discovery

AI platform that scans thousands of RFPs in real time, matches them to project history and capacity, and connects to ERPs to help AEC teams pursue the right contracts faster.

Backed by a16z Speedrun raisedEarly Stage
Founded 2024 · Seed-stage with initial AEC firm partnerships
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Why This Tool Exists

The Problem

AEC firms waste 10-15 hours per week manually searching multiple portals for relevant RFPs, often missing deadlines or pursuing poor-fit opportunities. Teams lack visibility into optimal bid-to-capacity ratios and struggle to make data-driven go/no-go decisions.

The Solution

AI continuously scans thousands of public and private RFPs, evaluating opportunities against firm history, certifications, geographic presence, safety records, and current capacity. Surfaces most relevant opportunities first with fit explanations and risk assessments before competitors find them.

How You Use It

Delivery Method
SaaS
Integrations
Deltek VantagepointAjeraCostpointOpenAssetSage
Project Phases
Bidding/Procurement
Project Types
Commercial, Infrastructure

Data Transparency

Exactly what this tool uses and how

Input
What it needs
Required:ERP data, Historical project records, Firm capabilities
Optional:Certifications, Safety records, Geographic preferences, Capacity constraints
Formats:ERP API connections, Project databases, Document uploads
Output
What you get
Format:Dashboard with prioritized opportunity list
Fields:RFP match score, Fit explanation, Risk assessment, Deadline tracking, Competitor intelligence, Revenue projections
Algorithm
How it works
Model:Proprietary AI models (not publicly disclosed)
Accuracy:Not publicly specified
Privacy
How your data is protected
Retention:Not publicly specified
Training:Not publicly specified
Compliance:Claims enterprise security standards
API
Integration
Endpoint:Contact vendor for API access
Method:Not publicly documented

Use Cases

  • ·Automated federal and state RFP discovery
  • ·Bid-to-capacity optimization analysis
  • ·Competitive intelligence gathering
  • ·Automated compliance reporting
  • ·Custom KPI dashboard creation for business development teams

Pricing

Free
Free trial available
Pro
Contact for pricing
Enterprise
Custom pricing for large firms
Sources & Research NotesResearch date: 2026-02-01
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