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<\/a><\/a>\nInc. evaluates and measures hundreds of applicants on critical elements such as management effectiveness, perks, professional development, and overall company culture. A detailed employee survey, conducted by Quantum Workplace, and a study of each company\u2019s benefits also determine the overall score. PlanetBids is honored to be included among the 507 companies recognized this year.<\/p>
\nEarning the recognition for a second straight year demonstrates PlanetBids\u2019 commitment to the people who power the company day in and day out. Founded in 2000, PlanetBids has been a fully remote\/hybrid-optional company since 2020, with offices in Studio City, Calif. and Ormond Beach, Fla., and team members located across 19 states. The company was acquired by Capstreet, a Houston-based private equity firm, from co-founders Arpie and Alan Zavian in October 2023, a transaction that has fueled massive growth as PlanetBids expands to feature more than 550 client agencies in 26 states.<\/p>
\nThat kind of distributed team does not build a strong culture by accident. It takes intention, investment, and a genuine belief that great people working together toward a meaningful mission can thrive from anywhere.<\/p>
\n\u201cBeing recognized by Inc. as one of the Best Places to Work for the second consecutive year is an incredible honor and a reflection of what makes PlanetBids truly special: our people,\u201d says David DiGiacomo, Chief Executive Officer at PlanetBids. \u201cAs a primarily remote company, we\u2019ve proven that culture isn\u2019t built by sharing an office. It\u2019s built by sharing a mission, values, trust, and a commitment to each other\u2019s success. We have the privilege of working alongside some of the most talented, dedicated, and innovative professionals in our industry. This recognition belongs to every member of our team who shows up each day with passion, curiosity, and a desire to make a difference for our customers and one another.\u201d<\/p>
\nPlanetBids champions a culture built around five core values that guide how the team works, grows, and supports one another:<\/p>
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- \nDoers move quickly<\/li>\n
- \nEmpowerment for all<\/li>\n
- \nStay curious with a purpose<\/li>\n
- \nVulnerability is courageous<\/li>\n
- \nSucceed together<\/li>\n<\/ul>
\nThese values are not aspirational statements on a wall. They are the operating principles behind a team that has grown significantly over the past two years while maintaining the kind of environment that earns recognition from its own employees.<\/p>
\nThe company invests in its people through a benefits package that reflects its values, including a flexible schedule with self-managed (unlimited) paid time off, generous contributions to medical insurance, company-paid employee premiums for vision and dental insurance, company-paid life insurance and disability options, 401K match with immediate vesting, and a competitive salary that meets or exceeds industry averages. Additional benefits include employee assistance programs, career pathing and professional development, and an annual in-person strategy meeting that brings the full team together. Employees also receive an annual $250 stipend when they schedule five consecutive days of PTO, because PlanetBids means it when it says, \u201cTake care of yourself.\u201d<\/p>
\nPlanetBids adds this recognition to a growing list of accolades, including its ranking as a Top Construction Management Solutions Provider 2023 by Construction Tech Review and multiple Achievement of Excellence in Procurement (AEP) eProcurement platform certifications from the National Procurement Institute.<\/p>
\n\u201cThis year\u2019s Best Workplaces list goes beyond great company culture \u2013 it highlights companies making meaningful and sustained investment in their employees,\u201d says Bonny Ghosh, editorial director at Inc. \u201cEven in a labor market that favors employers, these companies understand that an intentional and authentic commitment to their teams drives stronger employee retention, engagement, and ultimately, a stronger business overall.\u201d<\/p>
\nTo view the full list of winners, visit inc.com\/best-workplaces\/2026<\/a>.<\/p>
\nAbout PlanetBids<\/b><\/p>
\nPlanetBids\u2019 lifecycle procurement platform helps procurement professionals in the public, private, education, and non-profit sectors streamline their purchasing operations and improve vendor and supplier relationships for better budget and resource management. With tools for bid and vendor management, business certification and insurance tracking, contract and document management, and reporting, PlanetBids is purpose built by procurement industry experts for agencies of all sizes and budgets. To learn more, visit planetbids.com<\/a>.<\/p>
\nAbout Capstreet<\/b><\/p>
\nFounded in 1990, Capstreet invests in lower middle market software, tech-enabled services, and industrial business services companies. With over 45 platform investments and over 200 add-on acquisitions since inception, Capstreet\u2019s investment strategy is focused on utilizing its Capvalue Framework\u2122 to help accelerate growth and profitability and help create long term sustainable businesses. The majority of Capstreet\u2019s investments have been with founder- or entrepreneur-owned businesses. For more information, visit the Capstreet website at www.capstreet.com<\/a>.<\/p>
\nAbout Inc.<\/b><\/p>
\nInc. is the leading media brand and playbook for entrepreneurs and business owners. Through its journalism, Inc. aims to inform, educate, and elevate the profile of its community: the risk-takers, the innovators, and the ultra-driven go-getters who are creating the future of business. Inc. is published by Mansueto Ventures LLC, along with fellow leading business publication Fast Company. For more information, visit www.inc.com<\/a>.<\/p>
\nAbout Quantum Workplace<\/b><\/p>
\nQuantum Workplace, based in Omaha, Nebraska, is an HR technology company that serves organizations through employee-engagement surveys, action-planning tools, exit surveys, peer-to-peer recognition, performance evaluations, goal tracking, and leadership assessment. For more information, visit QuantumWorkplace.com<\/a>.<\/p>