Saved searches offer an excellent method for conserving time and enhancing efficiency. By setting up and retaining these searches, the system allows for the easy and rapid identification of new projects.
To access saved searches, one must be logged into the platform.
Create a New Search
1. Select a region.
2. Choose parameters from the following options:
- Public Projects
- Agency Profiles
- Awarded Contracts
- Bond Measure Results
- Bond Documents
- Articles
- Project Owner Profiles
- Private Projects
- CIPs
3. To narrow results, specify a date range. Leaving the date range blank will search the entire database, which may impact performance.
4. Click the plus symbol (+) next to the parameters listed beneath the ‘Advanced Search Options’ to view additional choices.
5. To run the search without saving, click the ‘Search’ button.
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The Project Options, found below Advanced Search Options, contain parameters to help refine the query and focus on the most relevant results.
Target Markets: Use this filter to search for work in 12 specific markets, such as:
- Public Safety Building
- Environmental
- General Building
- Hospitals
- Land
- Parks
- Redevelopment
- School Districts
- Streets/Highways
- Transportation
- Universities and Colleges
- Water
Disciplines: This filter covers 64 professional service disciplines across various categories, including:
- Architecture
- Civil
- Construction Management
- Environmental
- Planning
- Security
- Transportation
- Water Resources
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Run, Save and Retrieve a Search
1. Click ‘Search’ to run the query without saving.
2. To save a search, enter a name in the field at the bottom of the page, then click the ‘Save’ button.
3. To access saved searches later, navigate to the ‘Saved Searches’ tab at the top of the screen.