Comparison
RFPCheck vs a manual go/no-go checklist
Spreadsheets and printed checklists are still valuable. RFPCheck is for the first pass — when you need speed and consistency across a stack of public PDFs.
Recommended combo
Run RFPCheck → review the stoplight → confirm killers in the PDF with your checklist → only then staff takeoff. See our RFP review checklist.
Side by side
| Dimension | Manual checklist | RFPCheck |
|---|---|---|
| Speed on a 100+ page IFB | Hours of hunting deadlines, bonds, LDs, and goals | First-pass stoplight in under a minute, then verify |
| Consistency across estimators | Depends on who ran the checklist that day | Same risk categories every run; firm profile for fit |
| Source of truth | Your notes + the PDF | PDF-grounded extraction + your verification |
| Best use | Final confirmation and judgment calls | Fast triage before takeoff staffing |
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FAQ
Does RFPCheck replace a manual checklist?
No. Experienced estimators still verify critical clauses. RFPCheck compresses the first pass so you spend judgment time on the right items.
When should I stay fully manual?
Tiny RFPs you already know, or when you need a line-by-line legal/contract review — that is beyond go/no-go triage.