AUTOMATED RFQ CAPTURE
Every RFQ. One place. Zero manual work.
Every customer request, from your website or email, flows automatically into one secure, organized place. No lost files. No manual re-entry.
Secure website upload portal captures files instantly
Forwarded emails auto-import CAD files and attachments
RFQs organized and ready to estimate immediately
You know the RFQ came in. You just can't find it.
That's a problem. Because while you're digging through inboxes and downloads folders, the shop that found their RFQ five minutes ago is already quoting it. Every misplaced attachment is a job you might not even get the chance to bid on.
Automated RFQ Capture brings every request in automatically so your team spends time quoting, not searching.
Every RFQ, captured the moment it arrives
Secure website upload portal
Customers submit CAD files, drawings, and supporting documents directly from your site. Files import instantly and organize for review — no email required.
Email forwarding, fully automated
Simply forward an RFQ. Attachments and CAD files are automatically captured and attached inside Machine Research — no manual handling, no missed files.
Ready to assign and estimate immediately
Once captured, RFQs are organized and routed inside the system. Team members can be assigned, and AI-powered estimating can begin right away.
Built for what's next
Built to protect data and support CMMC 2.0 compliance
Connects to the tools your shop already uses
Everything your shop needs to quote faster — in one connected platform.
Upload CAD, PDFs, or drawing files individually or in batches — and see the actual 3D part in your browser, no CAD license required. Rotate, measure, section, and analyze geometry before your estimator writes a single number. Supports STEP, CATIA, X_T, SLDPRT, and 10 more file types.
Assembly Estimating
Become the shop that never misses an RFQ.
From Missed RFQs to First Quote on Their Desk.
See Automated RFQ Capture in action with your own website and inbox. We'll show you how shops like yours stopped losing jobs to lost files.
FAQS
How can machine shops automate RFQ intake?
Machine shops can automate RFQ intake by allowing customers to upload CAD files directly through their website or by forwarding RFQ emails into a centralized quoting system. Machine Research automatically captures attachments, organizes job details, and prepares the RFQ for estimating — eliminating manual downloads, re-entry, and spreadsheet tracking.
Is automated RFQ software secure for ITAR and CMMC shops?
Yes. Machine Research is ITAR registered and 100% CMMC 2.0 Level 2 compliant. RFQ uploads and CAD files are processed within secure U.S.-based cloud infrastructure designed for regulated manufacturing environments.
Can customers upload CAD files directly to request a quote?
Yes. Machine Research provides a secure website upload portal that allows customers to submit 3D CAD files, drawings, and supporting documents directly from your site. Files are instantly imported into your quoting system and organized for review and pricing.
Can RFQs be submitted by email instead of a website form?
Yes. RFQs can simply be forwarded by email into Machine Research. Attachments, CAD files, and drawings are automatically captured and attached to a new RFQ inside the system — no manual handling required.
What happens after an RFQ is uploaded?
Once an RFQ is submitted or forwarded, it is automatically organized inside Machine Research. Team members can be assigned, AI-powered pricing can generate an estimate based on your shop’s data, and a professional quote can be sent — all from one centralized system.
How does AI generate pricing from uploaded RFQs?
Machine Research analyzes CAD geometry, materials, machining requirements, and your shop’s historical job data to generate pricing recommendations in seconds. The system continuously improves using actual production data — helping you quote faster with consistent margins and greater confidence.
How long does it take to implement automated RFQ uploads?
Most shops can connect website uploads or set up email forwarding in just days. There is no complex IT project, long onboarding cycle, or multi-year contract required — allowing you to start capturing and quoting RFQs almost immediately.