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Reviewing or responding to a Sub RFI

Turn your Sub RFI into a Project RFI with just a few clicks!

Overview

INGENIOUS.BUILD revolutionizes the way subcontractors communicate RFIs (Requests for Information) with General Contractors. By providing a streamlined platform for submitting and managing RFIs, INGENIOUS.BUILD empowers subcontractors to effortlessly turn Sub RFIs into Project RFIs with just a few clicks.

Prerequisites

Only General Contractor workspace users can review Sub RFIs, and you must have at least one Sub RFI in 'Submitted' status.

Process

Reviewing a Sub RFI

  1. On a Sub RFI with 'Submitted' status, click Approve as Official Solution next to the Proposed Solution.

  2. Add a Comment, then click Approve.

  3. Use the three-dot menu in the top right of your screen to Ask for Clarification, Change Ball in Court, Revert to Draft, or Export to PDF.

  4. If you revert the RFI to Draft, you'll have the option to edit the RFI.

  5. The RFI slide-out modal will have pre-filled information from the Sub RFI. You may edit the information as needed, and specify the Official Reviewer whom the Project RFI will be submitted to.

  6. Click Save as Draft or Submit when you're ready.

  7. Once you're satisfied with the changes, click Submit RFI.

  8. To convert the Sub RFI into a Project RFI, click Convert to Project RFI and assign an Official Reviewer.

  9. Click Submit to Official Reviewer, or Save as Project RFI in Draft.

Responding to a Sub RFI

As the RFI Manager (or a user within the same workspace) indicated on a Sub RFI, you can respond directly to the Sub RFI. Submitting your response changes the RFI status to 'Responded' and notifies the Subcontractor Initiator.

Different users receive notifications at different response stages. Check our RFI Notification Matrix for details.

By using INGENIOUS.BUILD, both subcontractors and general contractors will experience a more efficient, transparent, and collaborative RFI management process that accelerates project timelines and improves overall communication.