Tender / Quotation Review
Make sure you understand exactly what you’re paying for before appointing a contractor.
Service Description
Comparing builders’ quotations can be difficult, particularly when contractors present their prices in different formats or include varying allowances and exclusions. The lowest quotation is not necessarily the best value, and important omissions can result in substantial additional costs once construction begins. Our independent Tender / Quotation Review service provides an experienced assessment of the quotations you have received, helping you understand the differences and identify potential financial risks. What’s included * Quotation assessment: Detailed review of the contractors’ submitted quotations and supporting documentation. * Like-for-like comparison: Comparison of pricing and scope to establish whether contractors have allowed for equivalent works. * Exclusions and omissions: Identification of missing items, unclear allowances and potential additional costs. * Provisional sums: Review of provisional allowances and areas where final costs remain uncertain. * Pricing observations: Identification of unusually high or low allowances that may warrant further investigation. * Scope clarification: Recommendations for questions or clarifications to raise with contractors before appointment. * Risk assessment: Highlighting contractual, financial or practical concerns evident within the quotations. * Written comparison report: A summary of findings, observations and recommended next steps. * Review consultation: Discussion of the findings to help you make an informed decision. Who is this for? Homeowners, architects and property professionals who have obtained one or more builders’ quotations and would benefit from an independent assessment before committing to a contractor. The benefit Avoid unexpected extras, understand the true differences between quotations and appoint your contractor with greater confidence. Our role is to provide independent advice, not to promote or favour any particular contractor. FROM £495 + VAT
