eConverge™: Rip Up Your Old UPB (Unit Price Book) You Don’t Need It Anymore.
TruPriceData™ powered by BNi® Construction Cost Data is here!
The world of Job Order Contracting (JOC) is often plagued by complexity, obscure pricing, and restrictive systems. But what if you could inject transparency, accuracy, and flexibility into your JOC procurement process? eConverge™, a newly launched veteran-owned business, promises to revolutionize the way we approach JOC, SABER and IDIQ projects. At the heart of our offering lies a powerful combination: TruPriceData™ fueled by BNi® Cost Data. This isn't just another software – it's a strategic shift towards smarter, more efficient construction procurement.
The JOC Status Quo: A System Rigged Against You
For years, those involved in JOC have battled familiar challenges. Outdated pricing data leading to inaccurate estimates. High % of awarded contract fees and restrictive licensing agreements that eat into project budgets. Cumbersome workflows stifling collaboration and transparency. The result? Costly platform fees, project delays, and a general sense of frustration.
Enough is Enough
eConverge™ gets it. Founded by industry veterans Michael Brown and Dave Trebas, who've spent a combined 84 years battling the inefficiencies of JOC construction procurement, the company is on a mission to dismantle the broken systems and empower users with the tools they deserve. The solution? A platform designed from the ground up to prioritize precision, transparency, and affordability.
TruPriceData™: Dynamic Pricing for a Dynamic World
The cornerstone of eConverge's offering is TruPriceData™ Dynamic Technology. This innovative feature leverages BNi® Cost Data to provide users with accurate, localized pricing for task orders. But what exactly does that mean?
Imagine a traditional unit price book. It's a static document, often outdated the moment it's printed. Construction costs aren’t uniform and the UPB may not reflect the nuances of your specific geographic location. TruPriceData™ changes this paradigm. By tapping into BNi's comprehensive database, it delivers dynamic pricing that adapts to real-world market conditions and local cost variations. This means no more relying on outdated information. New cost items can be added at no additional cost to customers, including previously negotiated, non-priced items upon request.
Here's why this is a game-changer:
Accuracy: BNi® Construction Cost Data is renowned for its reliability and comprehensiveness. By integrating this data directly into the eConverge™ platform, TruPriceData™ ensures that users are working with the most up-to-date and accurate pricing information available.
Localization: Construction costs can vary significantly from one region to another. TruPriceData™ takes this into account, providing localized pricing that reflects the specific market conditions in your area.
Transparency: No more black-box pricing models. With TruPriceData™, you can see exactly how costs are calculated, fostering trust and accountability among all stakeholders.
BNi® Construction Cost Data: The Fuel for Precision
eConverge™ is the engine, but TruPriceData™ is the fuel. eConverge™ recognizes the unparalleled value of this resource and has integrated it seamlessly into its platform.
Beyond TruPriceData™, eConverge™ offers a range of specialized BNi® datasets to cater to specific project needs. These datasets cover a wide range of construction disciplines, including:
Electrical: Detailed pricing for electrical installations, systems, and materials.
Facilities Management: Comprehensive cost data tailored for facilities construction and management projects.
General Construction: Essential pricing for general construction and building projects of all types.
Mechanical-Electrical: Accurate pricing for mechanical and electrical systems, materials, and labor.
Public Works: Cost details specifically for public infrastructure and government projects.
These datasets can be used with TruPriceData™ or with eConverge's upcoming FlexCostData™ feature (planned for Q3 2025), offering unprecedented flexibility and control over pricing (for Non-JOC and SABER fixed price cost estimating.)
More Than Just Pricing: A Complete JOC Solution
While TruPriceData™ and BNi® Construction Cost Data are central to eConverge's value proposition, the platform offers a comprehensive suite of tools to streamline the entire JOC process. The initial launch focuses on the Estimator module, allowing users to quickly create accurate, localized estimates. Future updates will include Procurement & Contract Management (Q2) to streamline task orders and contractor management. That’s just the beginning - features will be added for it’s users to provide the solutions they need!
Other key features include:
Custom IDIQ Pricing: Ability to upload and manage unique pricing structures for specialized contracts.
Cloud Tenant Silo: Secure cloud storage for all project data, photos, and documents.
The Verdict: A New Era for JOC and SABER Professionals
eConverge's commitment to no hidden fees, shared users, a single source of truth and complete flexibility sets it apart from most established players in this market. The integration of TruPriceData™ and BNi® Construction Cost Data offers a compelling value proposition for organizations seeking to improve the accuracy, transparency, and efficiency of their JOC, SABER and IDIQ procurement processes. While the full rollout of more modules is planned throughout 2025, the initial launch of the Estimator module and the promise of TruPriceData™ has created a buzz in the industry. Keep an eye on eConverge™ – the key to unlocking a new era of JOC excellence.