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Method & pricing approach
We follow the same steps on every project, so the drawings end up as documented figures you can base a decision on.
Four stages
From receiving drawings to handover
01
Scope definition
- Full read of drawings and specifications
- Register of received drawings and revisions
- List of gaps and queries before work starts
02
Documented preparation
- Take-off with drawing number and page for every item
- Reference sheet of approved dimensions
- Every figure classified by its source
03
Independent review
- Second check of quantities and formulas
- Cross-check against specification and code
- Review log with every comment closed
04
Delivery & support
- Editable files
- Summary of assumptions and exclusions
- Support through award or close-out
Rate build-up
You see what goes into the price and can change the percentages
- M Materials
- L Labour
- E Equipment
- = Direct cost
- + % Indirect costs
- + % Profit
- = Sell price
We build every item with live Excel formulas and never type a value into a result cell. Change any percentage and the item and the total update in front of you.
Where every figure comes from
Three labels shown next to every significant figure
References
Frameworks and regulations we work to
- Saudi Building Code (SBC)
- FIDIC contracts
- Etimad government tender platform
- Royal Commission for Jubail & Yanbu requirements
- NFPA fire-protection requirements
Further reading
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Discuss your project with us
Send your drawings or a short project brief, and we will respond with a scope of work and a quotation.
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