OK, I've cut it down a bit, any better?
(Just kidding)
In seriousness, I know of no other way to bid precisely without doing complete take-offs. And when I've already done the work, I may as well protect myself with the info.
What if they say they want spec grade Decoras (if they make such a thing) and Claro wall plates!?!?! Then I'm screwed. With my materials list, it is clear exactly what I'm bidding for.
What if they want all splices splitbolted? No splitbolts on the materials list... Change order.
What if they want to change the location of the panel which would add a disco? That be almost $300 I would lose if I didn't spell it out.
Should I not spell it out? How else do I define what I'm bidding for?
Please, I really need to know.
I just feel it protects me.
[This message has been edited by sparky66wv (edited 12-21-2002).]