PROJECT SIZE DEFINITIONS (SF GUIDELINES)
To help clients select the correct package, project sizes are generally defined by approximate square footage (SF).
Commercial square footage is based on ceiling SF per floor
(Not gross building footprint. Multi-story buildings are calculated per level.)
Multifamily projects are self-explanatory and follow industry norms.
These ranges are guidelines only. Final pricing is always confirmed after plan review.
RESIDENTIAL PROJECT SIZE GUIDE
Single-Family Residential
| Size | Approx. SF |
|---|---|
| Small | Up to 2,500 SF |
| Medium | 2,500 – 4,000 SF |
| Large | 4,000 – 6,000 SF |
| Huge | 6,000 – 10,000 SF |
| Ginormous | 10,000+ SF |
Multifamily / Large Residential
| Size | Typical Description |
|---|---|
| Small | Duplex / Triplex |
| Medium | 4–10 units |
| Large | 10–30 units |
| Huge | 30–75 units |
| Ginormous | 75+ units |
COMMERCIAL PROJECT SIZE GUIDE
(Based on ceiling SF per floor)
| Project Size | Approx. SF (Per Floor) |
|---|---|
| Small | Up to 5,000 SF |
| Medium | 5,000 – 15,000 SF |
| Large | 15,000 – 30,000 SF |
| Huge | 30,000 – 75,000 SF |
| Ginormous | 75,000+ SF |
Examples:
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A 3-story building with 20,000 SF per floor = Large
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A warehouse with 90,000 SF single floor = Ginormous
OUR STANDARD ESTIMATING PROCESS
(Included in Every Package)
All estimating services follow our standardized, professional workflow to ensure consistency, accuracy, and bid-ready deliverables.
1. Client Setup & Pricing Configuration
We create a dedicated client account including company logo, contact details, labor rates (union or open shop), and either client-specific vendor pricing or our standardized pricing database.
2. Plan & Specification Survey
Complete review of drawings and specifications to confirm scope, labor assumptions, bid requirements, alternates, and project conditions.
3. Plan Markups
Clear, color-coded plan markups showing measured quantities aligned with plans and specifications.
4. Trade-Specific Takeoff Reports
Organized takeoff summaries by plan name and trade to ensure transparency, auditability, and scope clarity.
5. Bid-Ready Deliverables
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Excel takeoff spreadsheets
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Professional bid proposal including:
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Prepared for / Prepared by
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Company branding & logo
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Inclusions, exclusions, and clarifications
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Ready for direct submission to the RFP contact
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Each package below includes this workflow with varying levels of revisions, coordination, and support.
2️⃣ PROFESSIONAL BID SUPPORT PACKAGE
“Built for Frequent Bidders Who Want an Edge.”
Best for:
Subcontractors bidding multiple projects each month.
Everything in Starter, plus
✔ Client-specific labor rates (union or open shop)
✔ Vendor-specific pricing when provided
✔ Enhanced plan/spec coordination
✔ Up to 3 revisions
✔ Bid-day quantity adjustments
Pricing (Per Trade – 15% Support Premium)
Commercial
| Project Size | Price |
|---|---|
| Small | $160 |
| Medium | $240 |
| Large | $320 |
| Huge | $960 |
| Ginormous | $1,600 |
Residential
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Single-family home: $160 per trade
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Multifamily / large residential: $240 per trade
Success Fee (Only If Awarded)
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Under $500K: $500
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$500K – $2M: $1,000
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Over $2M: $1,500
Website Description
The Professional Bid Support Package adds bid-day flexibility, deeper scope review, and success-based alignment for subcontractors who bid often and want consistent, professional submissions.
PROFESSIONAL BID SUPPORT PACKAGE – SUBCONTRACTOR COMPARISON CHART
| Feature | Starter Estimate | Professional Bid Support | Partner (Monthly) | Win-Assist Premium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Target User | One-off bidders | Frequent bidders | High-volume bidders | High-value, strategic bids |
| Standard Estimating Workflow | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Client-specific Labor & Vendor Pricing | ❌ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Plan/Spec Coordination & Revisions | 1 revision | Up to 3 revisions | Priority, ongoing | Priority + Advanced scope gap analysis |
| Bid-day Support / Quantity Adjustments | ❌ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ + negotiation prep |
| Budget & Conceptual Estimates | ❌ | ❌ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Value Engineering & Alternate Pricing | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✔ included |
| Risk & Clarification Strategy | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✔ included |
| Strategic Support Fee | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | $500–$2,000 (based on project size) |
| Success Fee | ❌ | $500–$1,500 | Optional $1,000/project | $2,500 per awarded project |
| Revisions / Iterations | Basic single pass | Moderate | High-priority, ongoing | Full strategic review + post-bid prep |
In essence:
Starter Estimate: Basic, per-trade takeoffs; clean, bid-ready deliverables.
Professional Bid Support: Adds bid-day flexibility, deeper plan/spec review, vendor-specific labor/pricing, and minor enhancements; ideal for subcontractors bidding frequently.
Partner (Monthly): Functions as an outsourced estimating department; priority turnaround, multiple pricing profiles, and ongoing monthly workflow support.
Win-Assist Premium: Full strategic bid support, including advanced scope analysis, value engineering, alternate pricing scenarios, risk mitigation, and post-bid negotiation prep; designed for high-value or complex bids.
