Manage vendor bids, track proposals, and automate awards in an AI-powered event RFP tool built with AI to fit your event management workflow.


Customize your event RFP tool setup with the exact steps and views your team needs. Add features as processes evolve—no code needed.





Connect event spreadsheets, vendor databases, and budget trackers with real-time sync—or manage everything in Softr Databases. Create a single source of truth for your business.
Give each vendor the right views to submit bids and track proposals in a branded portal. Set up secure logins, groups, and permissions in minutes.
Softr apps are mobile-ready by default. Let vendors update their profiles or check RFP status from the event floor with a downloadable app.
Softr apps are mobile-ready by default. Let vendors update their profiles or check RFP status from the event floor with a downloadable app.
Build native automations with Softr Workflows to handle award notifications, submission receipts, and data sync whenever a bid is submitted.
Provide separate logins for different vendors and internal event managers, ensuring each role sees only the project bids relevant to them.
Apply rules for different user groups. Customize who can view budget details and which vendors can edit their proposals at a granular level.
Protect sensitive event and financial information from security threats. Softr is fully compliant with SOC2 and GDPR regulations.
No more one-size-fits-all tools or costly custom builds. Softr is easy to use and fully customizable, so you can launch faster, adapt as you grow, and skip the complexity of traditional software.

Build your event RFP tool in minutes with AI. No dev time or complex configuration needed—just describe the flow.

Add features like budget tracking, vendor onboarding, or bid summaries as your needs evolve—no rebuild needed.

Start with a vendor portal, then add dashboards, event forms, or internal tools—all in one place with no extra tools.
Co-build with AI
Simply describe what you need. Let Softr handle everything - Interface, database, workflows.
Iterate with AI or visually
Control most critical parts of your app yourself - roles, permissions, security.
Ship the same day
Invite team members or external clients and partners right away. No developer handover.
Use drag-and-drop blocks to build a portal that looks sleek and modern out of the box. Add only the features you need, and iterate as your workflows evolve.




An event RFP tool is a secure digital space where event planners and vendors can manage the entire Request for Proposal process. It allows vendors to log in, view specific event requirements, and submit their bids directly. By centralizing proposals, documents, and communication in one place, you eliminate messy email chains and ensure every vendor has access to the same project timelines and specifications.
Softr is the first AI-native platform for building business software, making it the ideal way to build an event RFP tool tailored to your specific planning process. You can describe your bidding requirements to the AI Co-Builder to instantly generate your database of vendors, RFP submission pages, and logic—all connected and secure.
You don't need to code anything. You can start by generating with AI, using a template, or building from scratch. Everything runs on Softr Databases, or you can connect external tools like Airtable, Google Sheets, or HubSpot. You have full control to brand the portal, manage vendor access, and adjust the layout visually. It’s quick to launch for your next big event and flexible enough to scale as you manage more venues and suppliers.
You can include a wide range of features in your event RFP tool to streamline your procurement. A high-performing app usually mixes classic functional blocks with AI-powered intelligence:
- **AI-Powered Intelligence** – Use Ask AI to let your team query vendor proposals conversationally, or set up Database AI Agents to automatically summarize complex bid documents or perform vendor risk assessments.
- **Vibe Coding Blocks** – Build custom UI elements—like an interactive venue floor plan or a dynamic budget calculator—using the AI Code block to "vibe code" exactly what your event needs.
- **Softr Workflows** – Build native automations, such as an automatic notification to a project manager whenever a new vendor proposal is submitted or a status is updated.
- **User Portals & Logins** – Securely manage access so each vendor only sees the specific RFPs they are invited to, keeping competitive bids private.
- **Forms & Data Collection** – Capture detailed bid information with custom forms, line-item budget uploads, and conditional logic for different service types.
- **Dashboards & Charts** – Visualize bid comparisons and event budget performance with real-time charts and summaries.
- **Lists & Advanced Filtering** – Display and manage vendor applications with searchable tables, kanban boards for approval stages, and detailed proposal views.
Everything is built using Softr's drag-and-drop blocks, but if you need a specific procurement feature, use the Vibe Coding block to generate it with AI.
Vibe coding is about moving fast and using AI to build the exact procurement workflow you need. You can "vibe code" an event RFP tool in Softr by simply describing your requirements—like "I need a portal where caterers and AV teams can upload quotes and certifications"—to the AI Co-Builder. Softr then generates a production-ready app on a secure foundation.
Unlike other tools that generate raw, fragile code, Softr handles the high-stakes parts—like vendor authentication, bid security, and database logic—natively. This means you get the speed of vibe coding without the risk of losing sensitive pricing data or managing broken code. You describe the event needs, Softr builds the tool, and it’s ready for your vendors instantly.
Yes. If you are an agency managing events for multiple clients, you can manage them all in a single portal. Using role-based permissions, you can ensure that each client only sees the vendor bids related to their specific event, while your internal planning team maintains a bird's-eye view of all active RFPs across every project.
Yes, you can. You don't need a pre-existing list of vendors or templates to start building with Softr. If you're starting from scratch, you can use Softr Databases, which is built into the platform and handles everything from vendor profiles to bid status tracking seamlessly.
However, if you already have a preferred vendor list in Airtable, Google Sheets, monday.com, or Notion, you can connect those sources just as easily. You can even use the REST API to pull in external pricing data. Either way, you have total control over how your event data is structured.
Softr Databases is the recommended native, relational data source for your event RFP tool. It is built for business performance, offering instant automation triggers—perfect for notifying vendors when a bid is accepted—and a lightning-fast user experience.
If your vendor data lives elsewhere, Softr connects to 17+ external sources including Airtable, Google Sheets, HubSpot, SmartSuite, and BigQuery. You can even merge data—for example, pulling vendor contact info from HubSpot while storing specific RFP responses in Softr Databases. Most sources support real-time, two-way sync, ensuring your event budget and vendor status are always up to date.
Yes, Softr gives you full control over the vendor experience. You can customize the dashboard so that event planners see an approval workflow, while vendors only see a submission form and their own proposal status. Each block can be restricted based on user roles, ensuring sensitive budget info stays private.
You can set up roles like "Event Lead," "Vendor," or "Procurement Officer" and define exactly what they can edit. For example, a vendor can edit their own quote but cannot see other participants' bids. This level of customization is essential for maintaining a fair and professional bidding process.
Yes, you can fully white-label your event RFP tool. You can use your own agency or company logo, brand colors, and fonts to ensure the portal looks like a bespoke in-house system. By using a custom domain and removing Softr branding, you provide a professional, trusted environment for your vendors and stakeholders.
Yes, you can. Softr provides the flexibility to control the visual flow of your RFP process. You can adjust the layout, spacing, and page structure to match your project management style, choosing exactly which information vendors see upon logging in.
To manage your RFP data, you can add various blocks:
- **Table blocks** – to show vendor shortlists and bid comparisons.
- **List or Card blocks** – to showcase venue photos or service packages.
- **Detail View** – to drill down into a specific vendor's full proposal.
- **Forms** – for initial vendor registration and document submission.
- **Charts** – to visualize bid ranges and budget allocations.
- **Calendar blocks** – to track site visits and submission deadlines.
Softr is built with enterprise-grade security. All RFP data is encrypted in transit and at rest. You have granular control over visibility; you can set rules so a vendor only sees the specific files they uploaded.
For an event RFP tool using Softr Databases, data is stored in a secure SOC 2 Type II compliant environment in Europe (Germany). If you connect to external sources like Airtable or SQL, Softr simply displays that data in real time based on your specific permission settings. You are always in control of who can view or edit sensitive contract and pricing details.
It is fully production-ready. While some AI tools produce "vibe code" that is difficult to secure, Softr builds your event RFP tool on a stable, professional foundation.
We handle the critical infrastructure—like secure vendor logins, file hosting for contracts, and granular permissions—natively. This prevents the common problem of AI-generated apps being unmaintainable. Your tool is scalable and ready to handle high-volume vendor submissions from day one.
Softr is the first AI-native platform for business software. Unlike basic form builders or complex no-code tools that require weeks of manual setup, Softr's AI Co-Builder creates a functional event RFP tool including the database and logic in minutes.
It offers a unique hybrid advantage: the speed of AI generation combined with the reliability of a professional visual editor. You get built-in business features like secure user roles and permissions that are often missing from "vibe coding" prototypes, making it the best choice for teams that need to go from a procurement idea to a live portal immediately.
Yes. Softr supports powerful native workflows to automate your event procurement. You can trigger an automation to send a contract via email once a bid is marked as "Accepted," or sync vendor data with tools like Stripe for deposit payments. Softr also supports webhooks and a REST API, allowing you to connect your event RFP tool to your existing project management or accounting stack without writing code.
Describe what you need. Softr's AI builds your custom event RFP tool in minutes.