Sacramento Regional Builders Exchange

What Sacramento Regional Builders Exchange does

Sacramento Regional Builders Exchange (SRBX) is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit trade association founded in 1888 and incorporated in 1901, serving the commercial construction industry in the Sacramento region of Northern California. It provides membership services to approximately 1,100 member companies representing roughly 65,000 employees across seven counties (Sacramento, Solano, Yolo, El Dorado, Placer, Amador, and Alpine). Its core product is a statewide Online Plan Room platform accessible via login.onlineplanservice.com, which surfaces more than 17,000 public and private construction bidding opportunities annually and integrates tracking, daily notifications, mobile access, and takeoff/estimating tooling.

SRBX monetizes primarily through two annual membership tiers - General Membership at $1,250/year (full plan room access plus all professional benefits) and Professional Membership at $950/year (workforce development, advocacy, networking, classes) - plus a one-time $100 setup fee. Secondary revenue streams include event tickets and sponsorships across 20+ annual events (Crab Feed, Golf Tournaments, Clay Shoots, Safety Summit, Women in Construction Conference, 125th Anniversary Gala) drawing 10,000+ attendees; OSHA and professional development safety classes; classified advertising ($125-$275 per listing); and facility rentals. Distribution is direct (in-house Member Services staff, phone, web portal) supplemented by the Golden State Builders Exchange (GSBE) Network of 22 California exchanges and 18,000 member companies, which extends the plan room's reach across the state.

The association operates additional programs including the Member Value Program (discounts with fuel, equipment rental, insurance, HR, and fleet partners), member councils (NEXT Young Professionals, Women in Construction, Safety Advisory, Placer/Solano County Builders Councils), and the Construction Industry Education Foundation (CIEF) workforce-development subsidiary reaching ~17,000 high school students annually. It also runs government advocacy through the California Builder's Alliance subsidiary. SRBX is governed by a 15-member Board of Directors, employs approximately 14 full-time and contract staff, operates from a purchased-and-renovated headquarters at 5370 Elvas Avenue in Sacramento, and runs on a ~$2.9 million operating budget.

Name

Sacramento Regional Builders Exchange

Legal name

Sacramento Regional Builders Exchange

Website

https://srbx.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1901

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Sacramento Regional Builders Exchange (SRBX) is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit construction trade association founded in 1888, serving approximately 1,100 member companies across a seven-county Sacramento-region footprint with an online plan room, workforce development, safety training, advocacy, and industry events.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Sacramento

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership fees with two tiers: General Membership ($1,250/year) includes full plan room access and all professional membership benefits; Professional Membership ($950/year) includes workforce development, classes, advocacy, networking events, and member value program. A one-time $100 setup fee applies to new members.
2. Plan Room Services: Access to the online plan room for finding and bidding on construction projects. Included in General Membership; not available at Professional tier.
3. Classified Advertisements: Job and event classifieds placed in weekly SRBXpress email and on website. Members: $125/30 days, $200/60 days. Non-members: $200/30 days, $275/60 days.
4. Event Tickets and Sponsorships: Revenue from ticket sales and sponsorships for events including Crab Feed, Golf Tournaments, Clay Shoots, Safety Expo (600+ attendees), and Women in Construction Conference.
5. Safety and Professional Development Classes: Revenue from OSHA safety classes, legal classes, and professional development courses (Bluebeam training, leadership courses). Many courses offered free or discounted for members.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Sacramento Regional Builders Exchange is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit trade association that sells annual construction-industry memberships giving access to a statewide online plan room with 17,000+ bidding opportunities per year, plus safety and professional development classes, government advocacy, networking events, and a member discount program. General Membership is $1,250/year and Professional Membership is $950/year, with a one-time $100 setup fee for new members.

Product overview

Sacramento Regional Builders Exchange operates a membership-driven association offering a portfolio of interconnected products and services centered on its core SRBX Online Plan Room platform. The plan room provides statewide access to over 17,000 construction bidding opportunities annually. Supporting services include Safety Classes and the Safety Advisory Council for workforce safety training; Government Affairs/Advocacy for political engagement; the Women in Construction (WIC) Council and NEXT Young Professionals for demographic-specific professional development; and the Member Value Program for business discounts. SRBX also manages subsidiary entities including the Construction Industry Education Foundation (CIEF) for youth workforce development and the California Builder's Alliance for amplified statewide advocacy, all connected through the Golden State Builders Exchange (GSBE) Network spanning 22 exchanges and 18,000 companies.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Construction Industry Education Foundation (CIEF): Workforce development foundation focused on introducing and empowering high school students to pursue careers in the built environment, including skilled trades. Serves nearly 17,000 high school students annually through interactive programming.
• California Builder's Alliance (CBA)

Products and services

• SRBX Online Plan Room A statewide digital platform providing access to more than 17,000 public and private construction bidding opportunities annually across California. Features include sophisticated tracking, daily notifications, mobile remote access, free plan posting, and integrated takeoff and estimating software. Available to General Members; non-members can access via free trial.
• SRBX Safety Classes OSHA-aligned and construction safety certification courses, plus legal and professional development programs (e.g., Bluebeam training, leadership courses), delivered at SRBX's in-house training facility in East Sacramento. Many courses offered free or discounted for members; partnership with OSHA Training Institute Education Center offers OSHA 502, 510, 3015, and 3115.
• SRBX Events Program Annual calendar of 20+ in-person networking and professional development events serving 10,000+ industry professionals per year, including Crab Feed, Golf Tournaments, Clay Shoots, Safety Summit, Women in Construction Conference (one of the largest in the U.S.), NEXT YP activities, and the 125th Anniversary Gala (September 8, 2026). Includes ticketed access and corporate sponsorship opportunities.
• Government Affairs and Advocacy Political and regulatory advocacy services that connect construction industry members with elected officials, agencies, and regional partners to shape policies, standards, and investments impacting community growth. Includes coordination through the California Builders Alliance (subsidiary) for consolidated statewide advocacy voice.
• Membership Directory and Searchable Member Database Online searchable directory of SRBX member companies accessible via web.sacregionbx.com/search, enabling suppliers, manufacturers, and service providers to be discovered by general contractors and subcontractors.
• Golden State Builders Exchange (GSBE) Network Participation SRBX's participation in the GSBE Network of 22 California Builders Exchanges representing 18,000+ member companies, providing statewide plan room access and face-to-face support across 22 local offices.
• SRBX Classified Advertising Job and event classifieds placed in the weekly SRBXpress email and on the website. Member pricing $125 for 30 days or $200 for 60 days; non-member pricing $200 for 30 days or $275 for 60 days.

Quantifiable outcome

• 80%+ membership retention rate
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• Construction Industry Education Foundation (CIEF)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSRBX partners with CIEF, one of the fastest growing construction workforce development organizations in the nation. CIEF serves nearly 17,000 high school students annually through hands-on programs including Design Build Competition, Trades Day, CREATE Mentoring Program, and Scholarships. This joint 'recruit and retain' partnership has led to one of the fastest growing Women in Construction programs in the nation.
• Golden State Builders Exchange (GSBE) NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSRBX is a member of the GSBE Network, 22 California Builders Exchanges and construction associations working together. The network represents more than 18,000 member companies and operates the largest online plan room in California with 22 local offices providing community-based support.
• Safety CentermajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSafety Center provides SRBX members with a 10% discount on all training courses, consulting services, and safety management programs throughout California and other states of operation. Access class information at safetycenter.org/srbxtraining.
• OSHA Training Institute Education CentermajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOSHA Training Institute Education Center offers OSHA courses at SRBX's offices on construction safety and health topics. Courses include OSHA 502, 510, 3015, and 3115. Dynamic instructors bring up-to-date information and real-world safety expertise. Schedule available at osha4you.com/locations/sacramento-ca.
• BizHavenminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBizHaven provides proactive HR and Safety solutions delivered at client offices or job sites. SRBX members benefit from reduced liability and maximization of human capital through customized strategies.
• Got SafetyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGot Safety provides mobile solutions for managing safety information on the job site with over 1,300 safety lessons accessible without internet. Management tools allow tracking employee training, organizing sign-off sheets, and maintaining safety documentation.
• CMA Insurance ServicesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSpecializing in employee benefits for small and large businesses. SRBX members eligible for free 3-month subscription to Think HR.
• Ramos Oil CompanyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerProvides competitive market pricing on fuel with minimum 20 cents/gallon discount for diesel and gasoline through CFN (Commercial Fueling Network).
• Rocket Restrooms & FencingminorGTM or Marketing Partner20% discount on portable restrooms and temporary fencing. Locations in Sacramento, Stockton, SF, and San Jose.
• Sunbelt RentalsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEquipment rental with 20% discount on next Sunbelt equipment rental per contract.
• EnterpriseminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFleet management for car and truck rentals with customized savings. Contact 916.297.7382.
• UC Davis Continuing and Professional EducationminorGTM or Marketing PartnerConstruction Management Certificate Program from UC Davis. SRBX members receive 10% discount with code SRBXDISC.
• California Employers AssociationminorGTM or Marketing PartnerProfessional development services and HR solutions. SRBX members save $150 when joining. Contact 800.399.5331.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• National Association of Home Builders (NAHB): National trade association for residential home builders providing advocacy, education, and member services. While focused on residential rather than commercial construction, NAHB shares SRBX's association-driven business model serving construction member firms.
• Dodge Construction Network: Long-established provider of commercial construction project intelligence, leads, and analytics. Comparable to SRBX in delivering project discovery and bidding data services to the commercial construction industry, but as a national incumbent rather than regional association.
• ConstructConnect: Provider of commercial construction project leads, bidding tools, and data (including the acquired iSqFt platform). Comparable to SRBX's online plan room business and broader preconstruction information services, but operates nationally as a for-profit SaaS provider.
• Associated General Contractors (AGC) of America: National trade association for commercial general contractors offering education, advocacy, networking, and project data. Comparable to SRBX as a membership-based association serving the U.S. construction industry, but at a much larger national footprint and broader service scope.
• Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC): National U.S. trade association representing merit-shop contractors across all construction specialties. Comparable to SRBX in offering training, advocacy, networking, and member benefits, but national in scale and broader in trade coverage.

Emerging players

• BuildingConnected (Autodesk): Digital preconstruction and bid management platform acquired by Autodesk that helps general contractors send invitations to bid and collect subcontractor bids. Comparable to SRBX's plan room as a modern, digit-only bid solicitation tool serving the same subcontractor and GC audience.
• PlanHub: Cloud-based construction bid management platform connecting general contractors with subcontractors for commercial projects. Comparable to SRBX's plan room by enabling project discovery and bidding, but pure-play SaaS targeting the same core workflow.

Others

• Procore Technologies: Leading SaaS provider of construction project management software used widely by commercial GCs and subcontractors. While not a membership association, Procore serves many of the same SRBX member firms with digital tools adjacent to plan room and preconstruction workflows.
• Autodesk Construction Cloud: Suite of preconstruction and construction management tools including BuildingConnected and TradeTapp, owned by Autodesk. Adjacent to SRBX's plan room and bidding services, serving overlapping members but as an ecosystem provider rather than a local trade association.

Direct peers

• AGC of California: State chapter of AGC serving California general contractors with advocacy, training, and networking. Most directly comparable peer to SRBX as another California-based construction trade association with overlapping member base and value proposition.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/sacregionbx
• Facebookfacebook.com/SRBX-Sacramento-Regional-Builders-Exchange-147041742026938
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/sacramentoregionalbuildersexchange

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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