Shippers can create Mini-Bid events within the Emerge Shipper TMS platform.
1. Select the CREATE + button.
2. Select Mini-Bid from the drop-down menu.
3. Enter the Details of the Mini-Bid you are creating.
Mini-Bid Details
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Enter in the Lane Name for the mini-bid that will be used for your company only.
Please note: After awarding the mini-bid, the lane name will be used as the naming convention within the contract lanes. -
Enter the Minimum Volume and Maximum Volume for this mini-bid.
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Select the Frequency from the drop-down menu (Daily, Weekly, Monthly, Quarterly, Yearly).
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Enter in the Start Date and End Date for which the mini-bid lane and rates will be active for.
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Select the Rate Type from the drop-down menu (All In - Flat, All In - RPM, Line Haul - Flat, Line Haul - RPM).
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Add any notes to the Mini-Bid Comments section.
Stops
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Select and enter in the zip codes or locations (from Address Book).
Please note: you can use the typeahead feature to search the Address Book or click the Address Book icon next to each stop location field to choose a location. -
Select the Appointment Type for both the origin and destination you wish to use for this mini-bid.
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Select and add an Additional Stop if necessary.
Equipment
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Select the Equipment Type from the drop-down menu.
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Add in any Accessorials that are needed.
4. Select the SAVE button at the bottom when the mini-bid is complete.
5. Next, you'll be directed to the Mini-Bids tab to manage further.
Click here to learn how to award the Mini-Bid after notifying your network partners