Bid sheet/project estimate

[smalley360]

Does anyone have any sample bid sheets or project estimate sheets. I would like to make a professional looking bid rather than a hand written estimate with my business name on it.

Thanks!

[Scag48]

We use Microsoft Excel to bid, lays everything out for the customer. Other than that, creating one of your own in Word be your next option.

[RockSet N' Grade]

Smalley, what I have done is have a contract (numbered invoices) made up in triplicate with all the basic information at the top. The middle I hand write in job and scope of work and bottom is for signatures, progress payments and date. On the back are "Terms and Conditions" covering such things as additions/deductions (change orders), contingencies (strikes, acts of God, homeowner caused delays), payment clause ( no pay no more hafta work), and attorney's fees ( they pay ) and accounts over 30 days collects interest and the interest rate. Just some thoughts.....

[smalley360]

RockSet N' Grade,
would it be ok to get a copy of your sheet?

[RockSet N' Grade]

Smalley360....private message me with your mailing address

[smalley360]

Thanks again RockSet N' Grade, I just PMed ya. :drinkup: Is your form something you designed or is it a store bought generic form? It sounds very detailed.
Aloha!

[RockSet N' Grade]

Just stuff I've picked up through the years. Other guys here have contract forms they use too. I always ask questions to see if I can improve, yet not make it so cumbersome you have to be an attorney to understand it. On the otherhand, if I run into a large job, I will definately have an attorney review and draw it up - but small to medium jobs, this has worked for me just fine. Use what works for you, and throw away the rest - make it yours.