Submit Winning Bid Estimates Without the Stress
Bid day is chaotic. Let our dedicated team of estimators handle the heavy lifting. We analyze the specs, level the subs, and build the proposal so you can focus on strategy and negotiation.
Why You Are Losing Bids (And How We Fix It)
1. Rushing the Takeoff
When you rush a bid at 11 PM, you miss details. A missed line item means you either lose the bid, or worse, you win it and lose money. We provide the dedicated time required for flawless accuracy.
2. Un-leveled Subcontractor Quotes
General Contractors often accept the lowest sub bid without realizing it excludes a massive piece of the scope. We meticulously level every sub bid to protect you from scope gaps.
3. Ignoring General Conditions
Many contractors fail to accurately price supervision, cleanup, and hoisting. We build comprehensive indirect cost models so your true overhead is fully covered.
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The Strategic Bidding Workflow
A systematic approach to conquering bid day.
Bid Document Review
We thoroughly analyze the Invitation to Bid (ITB), specs, addenda, and RFIs to identify the exact scope of work.
Scope & Takeoff
Execution of a highly detailed quantity takeoff to form the baseline of the estimate.
Subcontractor Leveling
For GCs, we review and level incoming subcontractor bids to catch omissions and ensure apples-to-apples comparisons.
Final Proposal Compilation
We finalize margins, apply indirect costs, and generate a professional, formatted bid proposal ready for submission.
Trusted by Top Estimating Departments
"Since partnering with Quantity Takeoff Experts for our bid estimating, our win rate has jumped from 10% to 22%. They catch things in the specs that my own guys used to miss."
VP of Construction
"Bid day used to be a nightmare of spreadsheets and panic. Now, I have the fully compiled, leveled proposal sitting on my desk 24 hours before the deadline. It's game-changing."
Owner, Commercial GC
Bid Estimating FAQs
Will you submit the bid on our behalf?
No. We operate as your back-office estimating department. We prepare all the documentation, pricing, and the final proposal, but you will review it and submit it to your client under your own company name.
What is a typical win rate?
While win rates vary heavily by industry and market conditions, our strategic bidding approach typically helps clients achieve a 15% to 25% win rate on hard bids, and much higher on negotiated work.
Do you help with RFIs during the bidding phase?
Yes. If we discover discrepancies in the blueprints or specifications during our review, we will immediately draft Requests for Information (RFIs) for you to send to the architect.