Web Resources
http://www.construction.com
http://www.e-builder.net
http://www.fwdodge.com
http://www.rsmeans.com
http://www.dcd.com
http://www.costbook.com
http://www.frankrwalker.com
http://www.bidshop.org
Review Questions
- Why should a notebook of the estimate be kept? What
items should be kept in it?
- Why might a contractor decide not to bid a particular
project?
3. Why should estimators check carefully to be certain that
they have all the contract documents before bidding a
project?
4. One of the requirements of most contract documents is
that the contractor visit the site. Why is the site investi-
gation important?
5. Explain what a subcontractor is and the subcontrac-
tor’s relationship with the owner and the general
contractor.
6. Why should material quotes be in writing? What items
must be checked in these proposals?
7. What is the difference between workup sheets and sum-
mary sheets?
8. Go to a local plan room, stop at the desk, and intro-
duce yourself. Explain that you are taking a class in
estimating and ask if you could be given a tour of their
facilities.
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