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Good Faith Effort Advertising — Simplified for Public Works Projects
Post your Notice Inviting Bids or Subcontractor Outreach Ad online for just $35. Your ad stays published until your bid due date — meeting State of California Good Faith Effort requirements.
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Builders Notebook is an approved trade journal through the State of California, serving agencies, municipalities, and general contractors with verified Good Faith Effort advertising. We’ve helped connect public projects with qualified contractors and suppliers statewide for over two decades.
Why Professionals Choose Builders Notebook
$35 flat rate — no hidden fees
Ads run until your bid due date
Instant online publication
Meets DVBE, DBE, SBE, and Good Faith Effort standards
Approved California Trade Journal since 2002
How It Works
#1 Submit Your Ad Online — Fill out our simple online form and upload link to your bid.
#2 We Publish Daily — Ads go live within 24 hours and remain posted until your bid deadline.
#3 Reach Qualified Bidders — Contractors, suppliers, and small business firms can review active projects and respond directly.
Who Uses Builders Notebook
State, City & County Agencies
School Districts & Colleges
Public Utilities & Transportation Departments
General Contractors & Construction Managers
Private Developers with Public Funding
About Builders Notebook
Founded in 2002, Builders Notebook is California’s trusted advertising journal for public works and Good Faith Effort compliance. We’re based in Santa Barbara, CA and proudly support transparent, inclusive contracting opportunities statewide.
Builders Notebook — California’s Construction Advertising Journal for Good Faith Effort Notices