trussnote

RFI Tracker

Draft a professional RFI in under 30 seconds

Draft. Track. Close. Every RFI in one place.

Describe the issue. trussnote drafts a clear, professional RFI with the right references, tracks the status, and gives you a full log you can export. No more scattered emails, no more missed responses.

The problem

RFIs disappear into email threads and spreadsheets. Responses take weeks.

You write each RFI from scratch, spending 15 to 30 minutes per item on formatting and references

Tracking open items means switching between email, spreadsheets, and meeting notes

When the architect or engineer finally responds, it takes another 20 minutes to log the answer

During construction, nobody can find the RFI that clarified the detail they are building right now

The solution

One tool to draft, send, track, and close every RFI on every project.

Describe the issue in plain language and trussnote drafts a professional RFI with spec and drawing references

AI suggests the correct spec section, CSI division, and drawing reference based on your description

Track every RFI by status: Open, Pending Response, Answered, Closed

Full chronological log with dates, responsible parties, and response history

Export your complete RFI log as a formatted report for project closeout

Link RFIs to projects so your entire team has visibility

What it actually does

Every feature your close needs. Nothing it does not.

01

AI-Drafted RFI Text

Describe the issue in your own words. trussnote produces a clear, professional RFI with the spec section, drawing reference, and a precisely worded question. You edit and send, not write from scratch.

02

Automatic Numbering and Logging

Every RFI is numbered sequentially per project. Date created, date due, responsible party, and status are tracked automatically. No manual spreadsheet entry.

03

Status Tracking

Open, Pending Response, Answered, Closed. Filter by status to see what needs attention right now. Nothing sits unanswered because it was buried in an email thread.

04

Project-Linked History

Every RFI is linked to a project. Your entire team sees the full history. During construction, anyone can find the RFI that clarified the detail they are building.

05

Export for Closeout

One click. A formatted RFI log with every item, every response, and every date. Ready for project closeout documentation or owner deliverables.

06

Spec and Drawing References

AI suggests the correct CSI division and drawing sheet based on your description. References are included in the RFI automatically so the recipient knows exactly where to look.

How it works

Three steps to a better output.

01

Describe the issue

Type what needs clarification. Add the spec section, drawing reference, and who should respond. trussnote drafts the full RFI text.

02

Review and send

Edit the draft if needed. The RFI is numbered automatically and added to your project log with the correct date and status.

03

Track responses

Update each RFI as responses come in. Mark items as Answered or Closed. Your full RFI log is always current and exportable.

Output

What your RFI log looks like

app.trussnote.com/rfi

Export Log

New RFI

RFI Log

Bayview Mixed-Use Development

3400 Bay Road, Redwood City, CA 94063

12 RFIs

3

Open

2

Pending

4

Answered

3

Closed

OPEN
RFI-007Apr 1, 2026 - To: Structural Engineer

Confirm hold-down anchor bolt specification at grid intersection B-3. Drawing S2.1 shows Simpson HDU8 but structural calculations reference HDU14. Which specification governs?

Section 05 12 00Sheet S2.1

Due: Apr 8, 2026

ANSWERED
RFI-005Mar 28, 2026 - To: Architect

Clarify ceiling height at corridor transition between Building A and Building B. Drawing A3.2 shows 9'-0" AFF but adjacent section on A4.1 indicates 8'-6" AFF.

Response - Apr 1, 2026

Correct ceiling height at corridor transition is 9'-0" AFF per Section A4.1 detail 3. Sheet A3.2 will be revised in next ASI. Proceed with 9'-0" AFF.

Section 09 21 16Sheet A3.2, A4.1
PENDING
RFI-006Mar 30, 2026 - To: MEP Engineer

Confirm routing for 4" sanitary line at Level 2. Proposed route conflicts with structural beam at grid C-5 per Sheet P2.1.

RFI Summary

12 total RFIs on this project. Average response time: 4.2 days. 3 items require immediate attention. All RFIs have spec section and drawing references attached for clear communication.

Tool consolidation

30 minutes per RFI. Now 30 seconds.

Everything you were paying for separately, built into a single workflow your whole team will actually use.

Writing RFIs from scratch in Word
AI-drafted professional RFIs in seconds
Spreadsheet-based RFI tracking
Built-in status tracking with automatic numbering
Email-based RFI distribution
Centralized log with full response history
Manual RFI log for closeout
One-click formatted export

Who it's for

Built for the whole team.

Contractors

Stop losing time on RFI paperwork. Describe the issue, send a professional RFI, and track the response. Every item accounted for at closeout.

Architects

Answer RFIs faster when they arrive with clear references and precise questions. Track your responses in one place instead of scattered email threads.

Project Managers

See every open RFI across every project. Know what is waiting for a response and who owns it. Export the full log for any stakeholder meeting.

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Draft your first RFI free.

Describe the issue. Get a professional RFI with spec references and drawing citations. No credit card required.