The Smarter Way to Post, Bid & Move Freight
FreightBidder connects shippers, carriers, and brokers on one intelligent platform. Post loads in minutes, receive competitive bids from FMCSA-verified carriers, and track every shipment in real time — backed by AI.
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Everything your freight operation needs
Built from the ground up for the modern freight industry — fast, intelligent, and reliable from the first load to the ten-thousandth.
AI Load Posting & Price Advisor
Describe your shipment in plain English and our Claude-powered AI automatically fills in origin, destination, equipment type, and a suggested market rate. Carriers get an AI rate advisor before they bid — ensuring your loads attract competitive, data-driven offers.
Live Competitive Bidding
Every load you post is instantly visible to verified carriers who compete for your business. Typical loads receive multiple bids within the first hour. Compare rates, transit times, carrier ratings, and FMCSA records side by side — then award with one click.
FMCSA-Verified Carrier Network
Every carrier on FreightBidder is verified against live FMCSA records, active insurance certificates, and platform performance history before their first bid. Suspended authorities, expired insurance, and poor safety ratings are automatically flagged and blocked.
GPS Tracking & Visibility
Track every shipment on a live interactive map with animated truck positions updated in real time. Get milestone notifications at pickup, transit waypoints, and final delivery. Predictive ETAs and automatic delay alerts keep you ahead of any issues.
Integrated Messaging
Direct messaging between shippers, carriers, and brokers — all within the platform and tied to the relevant load. No phone tag, no separate email chains. Every conversation is logged, searchable, and available for dispute resolution.
Digital Document Management
BOLs, PODs, and rate confirmations are stored and organized per shipment. Preview PDFs in-browser, download with one click, and never lose a critical document in an email thread again.
From post to proof of delivery in 3 steps
FreightBidder streamlines every step of the freight lifecycle — so you spend less time coordinating and more time growing your business.
Post your load in minutes
Describe your freight in plain English or fill in the form — our AI pre-fills origin, destination, equipment type, dimensions, and a suggested market rate. You control whether to set a fixed rate or open it to competitive bidding.
Review bids from verified carriers
Qualified carriers respond with competitive bids — often within 30 minutes. Review each bid alongside the carrier's FMCSA credentials, insurance status, platform rating, and transit time estimate. Every carrier is pre-screened.
Award, track, and get paid
Award the winning bid with one click. Documents are auto-generated. Track your shipment live on the map. When delivery is confirmed and the POD is uploaded, the transaction is complete.
One platform. Three powerful tools.
FreightBidder was designed from day one to serve every participant in the freight ecosystem — not just one side of the market.
Post loads. Get competitive bids. Ship smarter.
Whether you're shipping 3 loads a month or 300, FreightBidder gives you access to a pre-vetted carrier network, AI-assisted pricing, and real-time visibility — all on a free or low-cost plan.
Find more loads. Earn more per mile.
Browse a live load board, get AI rate guidance before you bid, and minimize deadhead miles with smart lane recommendations. Start free with 10 bids per month — no setup fees, no contracts.
Scale your brokerage without adding headcount.
Manage multiple shipper relationships, AI-match loads to the best available carriers, and track your margin across every transaction. Broker plans start at $79/month for up to 50 loads.
Everything you need to move freight smarter
Built for shippers, carriers, and brokers who want a faster, more transparent freight experience.
Fast coverage
Most loads receive their first competitive bid within 30 minutes of posting — so your freight moves without delay.
Verified carriers only
Every carrier is pre-screened against live FMCSA data. Only those with active authority and valid insurance can bid on your loads.
AI-powered pricing
Real-time rate recommendations help shippers set competitive prices and give carriers the confidence to bid accurately.
All freight types
Dry van, flatbed, reefer, step deck, tanker, and more — across all 48 contiguous states.
Digital paperwork
BOLs, rate confirmations, and PODs generated and stored automatically per shipment — no more chasing documents over email.
Live GPS tracking
Follow every shipment in real time with turn-by-turn location updates from the moment a driver is dispatched.
Frequently asked questions
Have more questions? Talk to our team →
Is FreightBidder free to use?
Yes. Shippers can post up to 3 loads per month on the free plan. Carriers can submit up to 10 bids per month for free with no credit card required. Paid plans unlock higher limits, AI features, and more team seats.
How does carrier verification work?
Every carrier submits their MC# and DOT number when registering. Our system automatically queries FMCSA records in real time to verify operating authority, insurance status, and safety ratings. Carriers with suspended authority or expired insurance cannot bid.
What types of freight does FreightBidder support?
FreightBidder supports all major equipment types including dry van, flatbed, reefer, step deck, lowboy, tanker, and specialized loads. Available across all 48 contiguous states with Canadian cross-border support coming in 2026.
How quickly do loads receive bids?
Most loads receive their first bid within 15–30 minutes of posting during business hours. Loads posted to well-trafficked lanes typically receive 3–8 bids within the first hour.
Simple, transparent pricing
Free plans available for shippers and carriers. Paid plans from $29/month. No hidden fees, no long-term contracts, cancel anytime.
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