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Bid Proposal Template

The bid proposal template below is free to preview and install in Zealos. Structure a competitive construction bid with scope, pricing, schedule, qualifications, and terms.

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Preview: Construction Bid Proposal

Construction Bid Proposal

Bid Summary

Field

Value

Project Name

[Project Name]

Owner / Client

[Name]

Bid Date

[YYYY-MM-DD]

Bid Valid Through

[YYYY-MM-DD]

Delivery Method

[Lump Sum / GMP / Design-Build / CM at Risk]

Bidder

[Company Name]

Contact

[Name / Phone / Email]

License #

[State License Number]

Project Understanding

[Demonstrate your understanding of the project scope, site conditions, and owner goals. Reference the plans, specs, and site visit observations.]

Scope of Work

The following work is included in this bid:

  • [General conditions and project management]

  • [Site preparation and earthwork]

  • [Concrete foundations and structure]

  • [Structural steel erection]

  • [Building envelope (roofing, exterior walls, glazing)]

  • [MEP systems (mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection)]

  • [Interior finishes per plans and specifications]

  • [Site utilities and landscaping]

  • [Final cleaning and project closeout]

Exclusions

  • [e.g., Furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E)]

  • [e.g., Hazardous material abatement]

  • [e.g., Utility company charges and tap fees]

  • [e.g., Permits and impact fees (by owner)]

Pricing

Item

Description

Amount

1

General Conditions

[$XXX,XXX]

2

Sitework & Demolition

[$XXX,XXX]

3

Concrete

[$XXX,XXX]

4

Structural Steel

[$XXX,XXX]

5

Building Envelope

[$XXX,XXX]

6

Mechanical / HVAC

[$XXX,XXX]

7

Electrical

[$XXX,XXX]

8

Plumbing

[$XXX,XXX]

9

Fire Protection

[$XXX,XXX]

10

Interior Finishes

[$XXX,XXX]

Subtotal

[$X,XXX,XXX]

Overhead & Profit

[$XXX,XXX]

Contingency (if GMP)

[$XXX,XXX]

Total Bid Amount

[$X,XXX,XXX]

Proposed Schedule

Phase

Duration

Start

End

Preconstruction / Mobilization

[X weeks]

[Date]

[Date]

Site Work & Foundations

[X weeks]

[Date]

[Date]

Structure

[X weeks]

[Date]

[Date]

Envelope & Rough-Ins

[X weeks]

[Date]

[Date]

Finishes & MEP Trim

[X weeks]

[Date]

[Date]

Commissioning & Closeout

[X weeks]

[Date]

[Date]

Total Duration

[X months]

[NTP Date]

[Completion Date]

Qualifications & Experience

[Brief company overview and relevant project experience. List 2-3 comparable projects with owner references.]

Terms & Conditions

  • Bid valid for [60] days from date of submission

  • Payment terms: [Net 30 from approved pay application]

  • Retainage: [10% reduced to 5% at 50% completion]

  • Allowances: [List any allowances included in bid]

  • Unit prices: [List any unit prices for anticipated variable quantities]

About this template

Winning construction bids requires clarity, completeness, and professionalism. This template structures your bid proposal with sections for project understanding, scope of work, detailed pricing, proposed schedule, team qualifications, and key terms. Use it for lump sum bids, GMP proposals, or design-build responses.

Tags

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