Cost Estimating and Construction Cost Management

The contract involves the development of AACE Class 2 construction cost estimates at two critical design milestones—60% and 90% completion—with comprehensive detail covering unit pricing, labor requirements, material costs, and a thorough contingency analysis to ensure accuracy and risk mitigation. The work is expected to support informed decision-making and budget control throughout the project lifecycle, adhering to industry-standard estimating practices. All deliverables must align with recognized cost estimation protocols and provide clear documentation of assumptions, sourcing, and calculation methodologies. The contract is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 541330 for architectural, engineering, and related services, and is issued by the City of San Mateo in California. Though no solicitation number or specific place of performance is provided, responses were due by June 16, 2022, with the opportunity posted on April 28, 2022. Interested parties were expected to submit proposals through the city’s official bidding portal, with all work tied to the broader construction management goals of the city’s infrastructure initiatives.