This is an introductory level course which places the function performed by construction estimators within the overall context of the tender process.
This course provides delegates with an appreciation and understanding of the importance of effective estimating practice and methodology. This will be coupled with an appreciation of the tendering process as a whole from the issuing of tender documents through to the submission of a competitive bid.
On completion of this course delegates will:
- Have a raised awareness and better understanding of the preparation of unit costs and prices and how the net cost of a tender is compiled
- Gain an appreciation of the function of the Board in reviewing and adjudicating upon a tender prior to its submission
Course Outline:
1) Tendering
- The tender process.
- Relationship of estimating with other disciplines
2) Elements of Cost and Cost calculations for:
- Labour
- Plant
- Materials
- Sub-Contractors.
3) Pricing of Site Overheads
- Staff
- Plant
- Accommodation
- Temporary Works
- Method Related Charges.
4) Sub-Contracts within tenders
- Enquiry documents
- Quotations
- Qualifications
- Attendances.
5) Compilation of the price and the tender adjudication
- Reconciling tender resources.
- The final bid price.
6) Post tender submission - what happens next?
Mode of Delivery:
The training session is run on an interactive basis and incorporates a number of group exercises in addition to elements of PowerPoint presentation.
Benefits of Attending:
- A raised awareness and understanding of the functions of the estimator and the tender process
- An understanding of how estimates and unit rates are compiled
Intended For:
The course is aimed at delegates from all construction disciplines who require an appreciation of the fundamentals of estimating and the wider tender process.
