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bidwinsolutions@gmail.com
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Commercial Construction Cost Estimator
Concrete Takeoffs
Steel Takeoffs
Drywall Takeoffs
Painting Takeoffs
Lumber Takeoffs
Sitework Takeoffs
MEP Takeoffs
Masonry Takeoffs
Who are our Clients
- General Contractors
- Subcontractors
- Material Suppliers
- Developers
- Architects & Designers
- Builders & Home Owners
Commercial Building Estimating
Office Buildings and High Rise Buildings
Cost estimating of an office building is a multifaceted process which involves a detailed analysis of project drawings and specifications. The commercial construction estimator has to be experienced enough to assess the project specifications and calculate the accurate material quantities. Similarly, the cost estimating of a high rise building is a challenging task but Bidwin Solutions possess the expertise and experience to deliver accurate commercial estimates.
Restaurants and Retail Spaces
Bidwin Solutions offers a wide range of commercial building cost estimates. With over 7 years of experience and a huge portfolio of commercial contractors, we are equipped to deliver accurate commercial estimates within short deadlines. We have prepared more than 500 estimates for restaurants and retail spaces owners covering everything from foundation to finishes.
Warehouses and Parking Garages
Estimating the material quantities of warehouses and parking garages are straightforward but its pricing is a little tricky. These buildings require equipment and labor just like other commercial buildings but it will take less labor hours to complete the job. The estimators at Bidwin Solutions do a detailed assessment of the complexity of the project and calculate the labor hours accordingly. It helps our clients win more projects with maximum profit.
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Most Contractors miss out on bid opportunities or deadlines because of their busy schedule. According to a report, they lose around $250,000 every month just due to lack of time. BidWin Solutions can work it out for you. We provide detailed quantity takeoff and cost estimating services to GCs and subcontractors so they don’t need to worry about bid opportunities. We help our clients find and avail bid opportunities and prepare accurate bids for them.
We assist GCs and subcontractors with all types of takeoff and estimating services in affordable prices and more than 80% bid win ratio. We cover all trades like Demolition, Concrete, Drywall, Steel, Masonry, Lumber, Flooring, Painting, Insulation, MEP etc.
Below are the few main features that distinguish BidWin Solutions from its competitors.
- We are affordable.
- We can meet short deadlines.
- We have more than 80% bid win ratio.
- We work overtime for high priority jobs.
- Our estimator can discuss the project with the builder over a team meeting.
- We use premium software for all trades takeoff and estimating.
- We provide 24/7 customer support.
- We calculate detailed labor and material prices for our clients.
Why BidWin Solutions?
List of our services:
Bluebeam Revu
Earthwork Pro
RSMeans
PlanSwift
Softwares We Use
Understanding the features of a software and utilizing them where necessary is an ability to perform complex tasks efficiently. In construction estimating, several software are used to improve the quality of the estimate but one has to spend a good amount of time learning and practicing the features of these software. We use premium software like Bluebeam Revu, PlanSwift, RSMeans, Kubla Cubed, Earthwork pro and MS Excel. These software help us prepare more accurate takeoff, perform markings and estimate labor, equipment and material pricing.
Services We Offer
We are always here to help!
Trades We Cover
We have expertise in all CSI divisions!
Get Started with Us!
Here is a quick process to get started with our services!
Send Us the Drawings
First of all, you need to send us the complete drawings set preferably in PDF format along with the scope of work you want us to cover. Our team of estimators will review the drawings.
Get A Quote
After reviewing the project drawings, we'll prepare a firm quote of cost and time to complete the particular project. Once we have an agreement, we'll send you an initial invoice of 50% to get the estimating started.
Receive Estimate
After we completed working on the job, we'll send you the final sheet along with the invoice of pending payment. Once you make the final payment, we'll send you the rest of the project files.
Our Recent Projects
Structural Steel Projects
- H-Mart Harry Hines - Dallas, TX
- 1956 Jerome Ave - Bronx, NY
- 174 Mott Street - New York City, NY
Lumber Projects
- H-Mart Harry Hines - Dallas, TX
- 1956 Jerome Ave - Bronx, NY
- 174 Mott Street - New York City, NY
Drywall Projects
- 500 Blake St - New Haven, CT
- 21 Scarsdale Rd - Yonkers, NY
- Hiawatha Lane - Westport CT
Sitework Projects
- Farm Credit - Hopkinsville, KY
- 101 Ringgold Rd - Clarksville, TN
- Madison Way Apartments - TN
Concrete Projects
- 543 Ridge Rd - Montgomery, TN
- Cancer Care Center-Clarksville TN
- 3 Storey Self Storage - Mount Kisco, NY
Masonry Projects
- 169 Hopewell Rd - Alton, NH
- 77 Glen Drive - Sausalito, CA
- 7200 Montgomery Rd - Mason, OH
Commercial Construction Cost Estimator
Commercial construction estimating requires detailed in depth knowledge of each and everything involved in the construction of a commercial building. On field experience of the estimator is the prerequisite to an accurate commercial construction estimate. Commercial construction cost estimators must possess on hands experience of premium construction related tools like Bluebeam Revu, PlanSwift, Earthwork pro and RSMeans. With the help of these software, commercial estimator ensures the precision of bill of materials and project budgeting.
With 7 years of experience and serving 300+ clients all across the nation, our commercial construction estimators prepare a well-organized and detailed commercial construction estimate maximizing the bid win ratio for the clients. Our commercial construction estimate is a mixture of hard work of the estimator, accurate quantity takeoffs and detailed pricing calculations incorporating materials, labor and equipment. Moreover, our estimators keep in touch with the client during the project to understand their working conditions, environmental factors, labor rates, equipment rentals, contingency, overhead and profit margins. It keeps the client aware during the estimating process so he/she can negotiate with the developers or builders according to the prepared estimate.
Our commercial construction estimates are developed with precision using premium software for project markings. These pdf markups offer a detailed understanding of the project as well as estimate preparation. It helps the senior estimators at Bidwin Solutions to review the project and assist them while double checking the quantities and pricing. The calculated quantities are put in an excel sheet with any notes, inclusions or exclusions in any corresponding trade along with 10% wastage as per estimating standards in USA. Feel free to contact us for a free of cost consultation of your project at bidwinsolutions@gmail.com.
How We Help Our Clients Perfect Their Commercial Bids?
Preparing accurate commercial construction bids is not a piece of cake for any of the construction estimators. It requires a detailed construction estimating knowledge along with on site construction experience to prepare an accurate commercial construction estimate. Alongside vast construction estimating experience, there is still enough room for improvement to perfect your commercial construction bids. Bidwin Solutions have the experience and expertise to perfect commercial construction bids by incorporating their vast construction experience and Utilization of premium, construction related tools and software.
Over the last 7 years, Bidwin solutions have successfully figured out how to perfect commercial construction bids for their clients. Here are a few things that are necessary for a commercial bid perfection. An estimator can never compose a perfect commercial bid without considering the following factors. Labor productivity, labor rates, contacting reliable and affordable material venders, getting best equipment rentals and adjusting contingency, wastage and profit margins. Combining all these aspects with practical estimating knowledge, the estimators at Bidwin Solutions can help you out to perfect your commercial construction estimates.
Types of Commercial Estimates We Offer
We provide a variety of commercial estimates to developers, builders, architects, GCs and subcontractors. Here are a few of them.
Preliminary Commercial Estimate
Builders and Developers prepare a project budget even before the development of project plans. It gives them a fair idea about what to expect and how to construct a budget friendly construction project. This type of estimate is called preliminary commercial estimate.
Design Estimate
Commercial design estimates are usually a requirement of designers and architects. Design estimate gives the architects and developers an idea about project budget according to current drawing set. Considering budget limitations of developers or builders, they change the project design before going into bidding.
Detailed Commercial Estimate
The detailed commercial construction estimate is prepared with 100% construction drawings set and it is the final version of the project estimating done during bidding phase. It is prepared by developers, general contractors and subcontractors. It includes a detailed division wise breakdown with separate material, labor and equipment prices.
Labor and Material Wise Breakdown for Commercial Estimates
Construction is a complex and lengthy process. Whether it’s a small single family home or a mixed use high rise construction project, there are a few steps that every project needs to go through before finally going into construction. A few steps are land surveys, soil analysis, project budgeting, development of project architectural, structural and civil plans. Depending upon the experience of the developer or builder, this process can take a few weeks to a few months to complete. After the approval of construction drawings, the project goes into bidding phase. There are various platforms like Planhub, ConstructConnect and Dodge which allows developers and general contractors to upload their project information and drawings for the subcontractors to see and submit bids.
When it comes to bidding, subcontractors have to follow their respective trades, go through the plans and specifications, go for a project walk around and start preparing their commercial construction bids. Most of the contractors do not have enough time to compose an accurate commercial bid so they hire reliable and affordable estimators like Bidwin Solutions to get the estimating done for them. Depending on the respective trades, estimator goes through the project plans and specifications and prepare an accurate, well versed commercial bid for the client. The contractor utilize that time to meet with developers, project managers, going for project walk around and contacting material vendors.
Benefits of Working With Us
For more than 7 years, Bidwin Solutions is assisting contractors all across the nation finding bid opportunities, preparing estimates, submitting bids and following up on the bids. The estimators at Bidwin Solutions are expert enough to prepare a schedule of project submission, follow ups and bid negotiations. We offer a wide range of construction estimating services overing trades like demolition, concrete, metals, finishes, lumber, masonry, openings, plumbing, electrical, HVAC and sitework. Our accuracy in estimating and affordability makes us stand apart in the competition. Here are a few benefits of working with us.
- We are affordable.
- We offer frequent discount offers for our regular clients.
- We are well versed with all types of residential, commercial and industrial projects.
- We have premium subscriptions of estimating related software like RSMeans, Planswift, PlanHub etc.
- Our format is user friendly and allows the client to do any modifications quickly.
- We offer free no-commitment consultation on all types of projects.
- We meet short deadlines so you never miss a bid date.
