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Short-term transport tenders (Spot)
implemented digitally and efficiently

Logistical flexibility in real time:
How to optimize your freight tenders

Supply chains today are highly dynamic. Order peaks, disruptions, or urgent customer demands make timely freight tenders (spot tenders) indispensable. Many companies lose time and money on their transports because they still rely on manual processes.

The solution: Digital spot tenders.
They enable fast, transparent, and audit-proof transport assignments – ensuring flexibility and cost advantages.

Learn everything you need to know about spot tenders and how you can optimize your logistics processes with the eFrexx platform.

Inhaltsverzeichnis
1 Logistical flexibility in real time:How to optimize your freight tenders
2 What are short-term freight tenders (Spot)?
3 Challenges of transport tenders in practice
4 Your advantages with the eFrexx tendering platform
5 Why is eFrexx different from other providers?
6 Get started now – digital, efficient, independent
7 Spot tenders compared to contract tenders
8 How a digital spot tender works
9 Frequently Asked Questions (eFrexx FAQ)

What are short-term freight tenders (Spot)?

Spot tenders refer to individual transport orders that fall outside long-term contracts and need to be awarded within a short time frame.

Typical reasons include:

  • Unexpected demands: production peaks, resupply needs.

  • Disruptions: carrier failures, supply chain bottlenecks.

  • Time-critical deliveries: express shipments, just-in-time deliveries.

Conclusion: Spot tenders are a strategic tool to keep supply chains stable and efficient.

Challenges of transport tenders in practice

Many logistics companies still handle freight tenders via email or phone.

This causes:

  • High process costs: quotes must be collected and compared manually.

  • Loss of time: decision paths are long, response times too slow.

  • Low transparency: no audit-proof documentation, unclear criteria.

  • Cost risks: limited competition leads to inflated prices.

Your advantages with the eFrexx tendering platform

Commission-free –
real savings

eFrexx relies on fair licensing models instead of commissions – you save directly on every tender.

Invite partners flexibly –
targeted & transparent

Invite your trusted carriers – or expand your selection by adding new partners.

Ready to use instantly –
cloud-based & maintenance-free

No lengthy implementation process – simply log in, invite carriers, and get started.

Perfect for SMEs & industry –
lean solutions, big impact

Specifically designed for the needs of manufacturing companies – not overloaded software, but targeted support.

Why is eFrexx different from other providers?

  • Independence: no brokerage commissions.
  • Flexibility: spot and contract tenders in one system.
  • Easy onboarding: no IT projects, ready to use immediately.
  • Security: closed community, only verified providers.

Get started now – digital, efficient, independent

Test eFrexx and experience how simple transport tenders can be today. Reduce your freight and process costs, gain new providers – and stay fully in control.

Request a demo now

Spot tenders compared to contract tenders

Feature Spot Tender Contract Tender
Time horizon
Hours to a few days
Months to years
Volume
Single shipments
Long-term transport volumes
Flexibility
Very high
Lower

How a digital spot tender works

  1. Record transport needs: enter pickup location, destination, volume, and time frame.
  2. Launch tender: with just a few clicks in a closed community.
  3. Receive & compare offers: automatically sorted by price, service level, and CO₂ balance.
  4. Award contract: directly in the system.
  5. Documentation & evaluation: for internal audits and external compliance.

Frequently Asked Questions (eFrexx FAQ)

How quickly can a digital spot tender be processed?

In most cases, processing takes only a few minutes. Offers from carriers often arrive within 30 to 120 minutes – giving you real-time visibility of the best options.

Spot tenders are short-term and cover individual shipments, while a classic freight tender usually involves long-term contracts and recurring transports.

Digital tenders increase transparency in your supply chain, speed up decision-making, and reduce bottlenecks. This helps you avoid delays and keep your processes stable.

Digital platforms like eFrexx allow you to compare freight rates. This way, you find the most cost-effective solution without manual price inquiries.

A tendering portal is a digital platform where shippers publish their transport requirements and receive offers from carriers. It saves time, creates transparency, and increases competition.

Yes, on reputable platforms like eFrexx, only verified carriers are approved. This ensures quality, reliability, and compliance.