Scope and inputs to reconcile
Identify the required systems and clarify tax, freight, equipment, labor burden, overhead, contingency and markup treatment. Keep alternates and provisional items separate from the base estimate.
Workflow and checks
Confirm the issued drawings and addenda, reconcile quantities, and apply dated supplier quotations and contractor labor inputs. Identify unavailable prices rather than substituting an unsupported national average.
What the output should show
Request a quantity/cost workbook, labor assumptions, quotation dates, a bid summary and exclusions. Make the basis of overhead and markup visible so it can be reviewed.
Exclusions and unresolved decisions
The resulting amount is a model, not a guaranteed award price. Bonding, permits, escalation and overtime need explicit decisions; the estimate does not create contract terms.
Documents to share for a quote
Share the drawing set, specifications, location, bid deadline and any supplier or labor rates you require. Review the main cost estimating page to confirm the package.