Public bid estimating
Estimates for public, municipal and government construction bids. Bid forms, unit prices, alternates and addenda handled to the owner's specifications.
Accurate numbers, ready for your bid
Public bids follow strict rules: specific bid forms, unit-price schedules, alternates and allowances, and addenda that must be acknowledged. A small mistake can disqualify an otherwise winning bid.
We prepare estimates for schools, municipal buildings, public works and government facilities, organized to match the owner's bid documents.
What's included
- Bid form and unit-price schedules
- Base bid, alternates and allowances priced separately
- Specification-driven scope review
- Addenda tracked and acknowledged
- Division 01 general requirements
- Quantity breakdowns for schedules of values
What you receive
- Excel estimate with quantities, unit costs and totals by CSI division
- Marked-up drawings showing where every quantity came from
- Scope notes listing inclusions, exclusions and assumptions
- Revisions if addenda or revised drawings are issued before your bid date
Who it's for
Contractors bidding schools, municipal, state and federal projects through public bid portals.
Public bids estimating questions
Do you work from bid portal documents?
Yes. Share the portal link or download the documents, and we will review the full package including specifications.
Can you price alternates separately?
Yes. Each alternate is priced on its own so you can fill in the bid form exactly as required.
How much does it cost?
Every project is priced individually based on size and scope. Send your plans for a free review and we will reply with a fixed price and delivery date.
How do I send my plans?
Email them to support@buildbetterestimates.com, share a Dropbox or Google Drive link, or send them on WhatsApp.
Ready to bid with confidence?
Send your plans today for a free review and a fixed quote.