Case study

AI-Powered Tender Optimization

Stack

FastAPI, BeautifulSoup, Selenium, LangChain, PyMuPDF, LangChain, OpenAI API, PostgreSQL

DURATION

7 Months

TEAM SIZE

1 AI/NLP Engineer, 2 Backend Developers,1 Data Engineer, 1 Project Manager

Project Overview:

This project focused on developing an AI-powered Tender Optimization Assistant. The system’s core lies in its multi-agent architecture, where several independent AI agents collaborate to streamline the complex tender process. These agents automate critical tasks such as in-depth document analysis, efficient web scraping for tender opportunities, and precise information extraction from extensive tender documentation.

fastapi

FastAPI

BeautifulSoup

Selenium

LangChain

PyMuPDF

OpenAI API

PostgreSQL

Stack:

  • Web Framework: FastAPI
  • Multi-Agent System Technologies:
    • Web Scraping Agent: BeautifulSoup, Selenium
    • Document Parsing and Chunking Agent: LangChain, PyMuPDF
    • Information Extraction Agent: LangChain, OpenAI API
    • Analysis and Evaluation Agent: LangChain, OpenAI API, PostgreSQL
  • Data Handling and Storage: PostgreSQL

Solution:

To improve the tender application process, we implemented a multi-agent AI system through the following structured steps:

  1. Requirements Gathering and System Design: We began by collaborating closely with stakeholders to clearly define project objectives, including the types of tenders the system would handle and the desired outputs. The system architecture was designed with a robust multi-agent framework and microservices to ensure modularity and scalability. We identified key input formats such as PDFs and website URLs and specified the expected outputs, including lists of required documents and comprehensive tender summaries.

  2. Web Scraping Module: We developed intelligent web scraping scripts tailored to common tender portals. These scripts automatically extract essential tender metadata and links to relevant documents. The raw data collected is then stored securely in PostgreSQL for further processing.
  1. Document Parsing and Preprocessing: The system incorporates a module for efficient PDF parsing using PyMuPDF. Once documents are ingested, the text is normalized to remove inconsistencies and noise. To optimize analysis by subsequent agents, documents are intelligently split into semantically meaningful chunks, and embeddings are generated using LangChain.
  2. Multi-Agent System Setup: We defined the specific responsibilities of each AI agent within the system. To facilitate seamless collaboration and data exchange between these agents, we established robust inter-agent communication using FastAPI microservices.
  3. Information Extraction: Leveraging the power of LangChain and the OpenAI API, the Information Extraction Agent is designed to identify critical information within the processed tender documents. This includes accurately detecting lists of required documents, key deadlines, specific conditions, and other vital details necessary for a successful tender application.
  1. Postprocessing and Output Generation: The system aggregates the outputs from the various AI agents into a structured and easily understandable result. This typically includes a clear list of all required documents and a concise, comprehensive summary of the tender.
  2. Evaluation and Fine-tuning: To ensure the accuracy and reliability of the system, we implemented a rigorous evaluation process involving manual validation of the generated outputs. Based on the feedback received, we iteratively refine the prompts used by the AI models and the document chunking strategies to continuously improve performance.
  3. Deployment: The final solution, comprising the interconnected microservices, is deployed using Docker for efficient containerization and management. We also optimized the system for rapid response times and implemented appropriate API rate limits to ensure stable and reliable operation.

Results:

Faster Tender Application Turnaround:

By automating the analysis of tender documents and instantly extracting key requirements and deadlines, the system significantly reduces preparation time for clients, allowing them to respond to more tenders within shorter windows, increasing overall submission volume.

Improved Win Rates Through Accuracy:

The system minimizes human error by accurately identifying required documents and compliance criteria. This increases the quality and completeness of submissions, improving clients’ chances of winning competitive tenders. 

Enhanced Client Efficiency and Productivity:

By handling repetitive and manual tasks such as web scraping, document chunking, and summarization, the system frees up time for teams to focus on strategic decision-making rather than administrative grunt work.

Competitive Advantage in Tender Management:

The AI-powered solution offers a differentiated approach that saves time and improves results. This strengthens the client’s position in the tender management market by offering a unique and high-performing product to their customers.

Increased Customer Satisfaction and Retention:

By delivering consistent, accurate, and fast support in tender preparation, the system builds trust and loyalty among users, reducing churn and increasing lifetime customer value.

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