What the proposal includes
Inclusions are very important in your electrical estimate. Write inclusions on your proposal to describe exactly what work and materials are included as part of your price. Being exact in your description of services and materials communicates to your customer what he can expect from you. Good estimating software will suggest key inclusions for your proposal. See the Inclusions example below which shows the exact quantities of items to be installed.
Example
Price includes the following:
Installation of conduit and wiring as per drawings dated 1-18-08. Sheets E-1, E-2, E-3, E -4 and E-5.
1) 1 - 225 amp, 277/480 volt panel with 42 circuit s (Panel L-1).
2) 1 - 225 amp, 120/208 volt panel with 42 circuit s (Panel E-1).
3) 2 – 10 ton Roof mounted AC units. Disconnects included.
4) 5 – motion sensor wall switches.
5) 7 – Wall light switches - 1 pole.
6) 63 – 2 X 4 - 3 lamp light fixtures with prismatic lenses and T – 8 lamps (earthquake wires by others).
7) 8 – Emergency lights 2 X 4 3 lamp light fixtures with prismatic lenses and T–8 lamps (earthquake wires by others).
8) EMT conduit is to be used for indoor overhead home runs.
9) 44 – 120 volt 20 amp quad receptacles.
10) MC cable is to be used for wiring of branch circuits and lighting.
11) Trenching, backfill and compaction for underground trenches (removal and disposal of excess dirt is to be by others).
12) 12” (inches) of sand backfill is to be used for underground conduit in trenches.
13) PVC conduit is to be used for underground or under slab installation.
14) Applicable tax.
Who hauls away the excess soil? In the sample above, the electrical contractor includes trenching, backfill and compaction. Another trade removes the excess soil. Carry the crew and equipment for the work you include, and name who is responsible for hauling in your proposal. Compare this with an estimate that assigns excavation and backfill to the site contractor.