BidBoardX™ gives carriers a faster, more transparent way to find and bid on consistent freight opportunities online. Search opportunities, bid on full or partial volume, and gain earlier visibility into freight tied to repeatable volume and more consistent lanes.
Less back-and-forth. Less guesswork. More visibility into freight that helps carriers plan ahead and grow stronger networks.
*Currently available to qualified carriers on Navisphere® Carrier web only. To request access, submit Feedback in Navisphere Carrier.
A smarter way to access consistent freight
BidBoardX™ is a digital bidding experience built to simplify how carriers find and pursue freight opportunities. Instead of relying on scattered emails and manual bid processes, carriers can search opportunities directly in Navisphere Carrier web and bid with greater speed, visibility, and transparency.
With BidBoardX, carriers can:
- Search freight opportunities in one place
- Bid on full or partial volume
- View clearer rates and freight details
- Pursue freight tied to more consistent lanes and repeatable volume
BidBoardX cuts administrative friction and gives carriers earlier visibility into freight opportunities that support stronger planning and long-term growth.
Search opportunities faster
Access freight opportunities in one place—with greater visibility and fewer manual touchpoints.
Bid your way
Bid on full or partial volume based on the lanes and capacity that fit your business.
Backed by real people
Every bid is supported by a C.H. Robinson representative who works directly with you throughout the process.
Different from a fully automated marketplace
BidBoardX combines the speed of a digital bidding experience with direct support from C.H. Robinson representatives who understand your business.
You get earlier visibility into freight opportunities, a more transparent bidding process, and real people who help keep freight moving forward.
Because strong freight partnerships take more than algorithms.
Search opportunities faster
Access freight opportunities in one place—with greater visibility and fewer manual touchpoints.
Become a carrier
Empowering your business at every turn—like no one else—with thousands of loads on the routes you want, smarter solutions to help you get paid faster and streamline your business, and personalized service from the experts who have your back.
Frequently asked questions
When it comes to dedicated freight, C.H. Robinson's BidBoardX™ has you covered. You have questions, we have answers.
Q: What is BidBoardX?
BidBoardX™ is a digital experience within Navisphere® Carrier web that allows carriers to search and pursue consistent, predictable freight opportunities online.
Carriers can explore available opportunities, submit bids for full or partial volume, and gain more visibility into consistent freight opportunities—all in one place.
Q: Why did C.H. Robinson create BidBoardX?
BidBoardX was built to make pursuing consistent freight simpler, faster, and more transparent for carriers. The goal is to reduce friction in traditional bidding processes while giving carriers more visibility and control over predictable freight opportunities.
Q: How does BidBoardX work?
BidBoardX allows carriers to browse available consistent freight opportunities and submit bids directly through Navisphere Carrier web.
Once a bid is submitted, a C.H. Robinson representative reviews and finalizes the bid directly with the carrier.
Q: Who can access BidBoardX?
BidBoardX is currently available to qualified carriers within the C.H. Robinson network. Prospective carriers can submit feedback in Navisphere Carrier to learn more about eligibility and future access.
Q: Are dedicated freight lanes profitable?
Dedicated lanes often provide stable revenue and reduce deadhead miles compared to spot freight.
Q: Can owner operators get dedicated freight?
Yes, many shippers offer dedicated lanes to owner operators and small fleets through logistics marketplaces.
Q: Where can I access BidBoardX?
BidBoardX is available on the Navisphere Carrier web platform. It is not currently available in the mobile app.
Q: What equipment is used for dedicated freight?
Dry van, reefer, flatbed trucks are commonly used depending on the industry.
Q: Is BidBoardX a fully automated freight marketplace?
No. While BidBoardX offers a self-service digital experience, every bid is still backed by a C.H. Robinson representative.
Carriers still work directly with real people throughout the process to help ensure alignment, transparency, and long-term partnership support.
Q: Can I bid on part of the available freight volume?
Yes. Carriers can submit bids for full or partial volume depending on their available capacity and business needs.
Q: Does submitting a bid guarantee freight?
No. Submitted bids are reviewed by C.H. Robinson representatives, and freight opportunities may vary based on capacity needs, network alignment, and other business factors.
Q: How do carriers find dedicated freight?
Dedicated freight can be secured through shipper contracts, broker programs, or freight marketplaces that match carriers with long-term lanes.