Civic

Infrastructure that moves the public.
Procurement that moves the project.

Job order contracting (JOC) software for airports, transit and utilities that turns red tape into a roadmap for delivery.

THE FOS DIFFERENCE

Tools built for the public square.

Our communities depend on infrastructure that never stops — runways that stay open, transit that runs on time and continuously reliable utilities. But the complexity of civic assets often leads to procurement delays and public frustration. At FOS, we believe in proactive stewardship.

Our JOC software, Simplebid® is built to handle the high stakes demands of public works, providing the data and workflows needed to keep your community moving safely and efficiently.

Emergency & Scheduled Workflows

Seamlessly switch between routine maintenance and high-priority emergency work orders.

responsive planning

Rapid mobilization and scheduling tools designed specifically for the high-intensity summer project window.

Cooperative Purchasing Support

Leverage interagency agreements to reduce solicitation volume and maximize your buying power.

Lifecycle Integration

Simplebid exports program, spend and work order data in standard formats ready for use in your financial and facility systems.

Stakeholder Briefing Tools

Generate clear, visual reports that translate complex procurement data into easy-to-understand public updates.

Contractor Outreach

We help you build a robust, local vendor network that meets your agency’s inclusion and performance goals.

Common challenges

The friction of public works.

Maintaining the backbone of a community means managing a constant stream of small to mid-size projects under the intense lens of public scrutiny.

The Portfolio Paradox

Managing thousands of recurring projects across vast geographies with limited administrative capacity.

The Coordination Gap

Navigating the complex web of permits and stakeholders across multiple agencies without losing momentum.

The Emergency Reality

When infrastructure fails, you don’t have months for a traditional bid. You need a compliant Notice to Proceed in hours.

The Transparency Mandate

Meeting the public’s demand for absolute accountability and clear evidence of fiscal responsibility.

Contract, project and work order management tools, right in your pocket.

Our Simplebid® software creates a centralized management framework for organized, competitive procurement.

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Key benefits

A blueprint for public progress.

We provide a standardized framework that simplifies the how so you can focus on the what.

Customized UPB

We configure your Unit Price Book to reflect specific civic construction standards, local labor rules and prevailing wages.

Interagency Facilitation

Our account managers act as the connective tissue between contractors and agency stakeholders, ensuring everyone is aligned and public disruption is minimized.

Public-Facing Transparency

We provide the dashboards and reporting tools you need to confidently inform stakeholders and the public.

Rapid Response Workflows

Our platform includes dedicated workflows for emergency repairs, allowing for compliant, rapid-fire mobilization when every minute counts.

Built for Facility Leaders

Ready to work with industry leaders?

Managing JOC doesn’t have to feel like a tangled mess of spreadsheets, emails and red tape.

Case studies

Proven outcomes for public assets.

Organizations of every size trust FOS to understand their needs. See how schools, universities, health systems, and state and local governments across North America have benefited from proactive, data-informed facilities management services.

Airport Facilities Manager

We cut procurement time in half for recurring runway repairs, keeping our gates open and our passengers moving.

County Engineer

Public dashboards improved stakeholder trust during a complex bridge rehab. The transparency was a game-changer for our board.

Transit Operations Director

An emergency NTP in under 72 hours kept our transit service running during a critical system failure. FOS was there when it mattered.

Let's talk

Keep your community moving.

Ready to see how a tailored JOC program can transform your infrastructure delivery? Request a demo today to see our sample dashboards and learn how we support cooperative purchasing agreements.

Frequently asked questions

Have questions? We’re here to help.

How does JOC support emergency repairs?

Our platform features a rapid notice to proceed (NTP) workflow. Because the contract and pricing (UPB) are already established, you can issue a work order and get a contractor on-site in a fraction of the time it takes for a traditional emergency bid.

Are Unit Price Books compatible with state procurement codes?

Yes. We specialize in configuring JOC programs and price books that map directly to state and local statutes.

Can you produce public-facing reports?

Absolutely. We believe transparency is the key to public trust. Our reporting tools can generate high-level summaries and dashboards specifically designed for public briefings and audits.

HOW DO YOU MEASURE CONTRACTOR PERFORMANCE?

We use a combination of automated tracking and manual reviews. We monitor adjustment factors, project timelines and quality of work, providing you with the data needed for regular, KPI-driven performance evaluations.