Construction estimating for general contractors
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Construction estimating for general contractors
（Wiley series of practical construction guides）（A Wiley-Interscience publication）
Wiley, c1988
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Providing general contractors with complete coverage of the pre-bid process, this practical guide describes all the necessary components involved in the estimating process. It gives step-by-step guidelines for preparing an accurate bid without getting bogged down in the details. Topics included are developing the cost sheets for bidding the total projects, methods of obtaining and recording subcontractors' bids, how to negotiate effectively during the bidding period, and how to evaluate the bids received. Also included is an appendix with a cost sheet and accompanying takeoff sheets for a typical bid.
Table of Contents
- Setting up the Trade Breakdown
- Bidding List 5
- Evaluating Field Costs
- Important Trades Requiring Takeoff by the General Contractor
- Takeoff Procedures
- Questions to Ask Subcontractors Bidding Work
- Organizing for Receiving and Recording Bids
- Final Review of Bids and Negotiating for the Subcontractor's Lowest Bid
- Procedure for Adding Markup, Insurance and Bond Costs
- Final Bid Evaluation Strategy
- Estimating Extras to Contract
- Day of Bid
- Choosing Work to Bid
- Layout for Estimating Office.
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