Construction Bid Estimate Handbook + Template

Here's What You Get

Fill-in-the-blanks Excel estimate template — just add your numbers, it does the math
Simple steps to price labor, materials, and equipment
Stop bidding too low — build in your profit every time
Real examples from real jobs — what worked and what didn't
Instant download — use it on your next bid today (PDF + Excel)

Why You Need This

Bidding is where jobs are won or lost.

Bid too high? You lose the job. Bid too low? You work for free — or worse, you pay to work.

This handbook gives you a simple, step-by-step system to get your numbers right. Labor. Materials. Equipment. Overhead. Profit. All of it. Plus a ready-made spreadsheet that does the math for you.

Format: PDF eBook + Excel Spreadsheet • Instant download after purchase

What's Inside — 15 Chapters

Chapter 1: Introduction

Purpose of the Handbook
How to Use This Handbook
Benefits of Accurate Bid Estimating

Chapter 2: Understanding Construction Bid Estimates

Definition and Importance
Types of Construction Contracts
Overview of the Bidding Process

Chapter 3: Preparing for the Bid

Initial Client Consultation
Reviewing Project Plans and Specifications
Site Visits and Assessments

Chapter 4: Components of a Bid Estimate

Direct Costs — Labor, Material, Equipment Costs
Indirect Costs — Overhead, Contingencies, Profit Margins
Subcontractor Quotes

Chapter 5: Common Mistakes to Avoid

The most common pitfalls in bid estimating and how to prevent them

Chapter 6: Cost Estimating Techniques

Detailed (Bottom-Up) Estimating
Parametric Estimating
Analogous Estimating
Three-Point Estimating

Chapter 7: Labor Cost Estimation

Calculating Labor Hours
Determining Labor Rates
Accounting for Overtime and Holidays

Chapter 8: Material Cost Estimation

Sourcing Materials
Pricing Materials
Allowances for Waste and Overages

Chapter 9: Equipment Cost Estimation

Owning vs. Renting Equipment
Depreciation and Maintenance Costs
Equipment Utilization Rates

Chapter 10: Indirect Costs and Overhead

Definition and Examples
Allocating Overhead Costs
Managing Indirect Costs

Chapter 11: Risk Management and Contingency Planning

Identifying Potential Risks
Estimating Contingency Reserves
Mitigating Risks in Bid Estimates

Chapter 12: Review and Quality Control

Double-Checking Estimates
Peer Reviews
Using Software Tools for Accuracy

Chapter 13: Post-Bid Activities

Following Up on Submitted Bids
Handling Bid Rejections
Negotiating and Finalizing Contracts

Chapter 14: Case Studies and Examples

Analysis of Successful Bids
Lessons Learned from Unsuccessful Bids

Chapter 15: Appendices — Frequently Asked Questions

Additional reference materials and FAQs

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Frequently Asked Questions

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The estimate template requires Microsoft Excel. The handbook is provided in PDF format.

All the materials are digital. The handbook comes in PDF format and the template is in spreadsheet format.

All of the documents and templates are fully editable. Some fields are protected with a password and it comes with instructions. Password protects cells against unnecessary changes.

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