How the Bidding Process Begins
Once your load is posted, it enters Baleport’s marketplace where verified haulers can view the details and decide whether to submit a bid. A bid is essentially a hauler’s proposal — their price, estimated delivery timeline, and sometimes a personal note about how they plan to handle your shipment.
Every incoming bid includes:
Bid amount
Delivery estimate
Optional message
Hauler’s rating and verification status
Number of past shipments completed
This gives you a full picture of who you may be working with.
Bid Statuses You May See
Bids progress through a simple lifecycle:
Pending — A hauler has submitted a bid and is waiting for your review.
Accepted — You’ve selected the hauler, and the load becomes an active shipment.
Rejected — You declined the offer.
Withdrawn — The hauler removed their bid.
Expired — The load expired before a bid was chosen.
These statuses help you track what’s happening at a glance.
What Happens After You Accept a Bid
Once you choose a hauler, Baleport immediately creates a shipment and initiates a secure escrow transaction. From there, both parties gain access to real-time messaging and status tracking.
💬 Tip: You’re never obligated to choose the first bid. Let the bids come in, review them carefully, and select the offer that aligns best with your expectations.