Independent tender analysis and contractor quote comparison

Quantity Surveying and Cost Control

Independent tender analysis and contractor quote comparison

Comparing contractor quotes is rarely straightforward. Contractors often price different scopes, make different assumptions and present their costs in different formats. LateShield provides independent tender analysis and quote comparison to help clients understand what they are being offered, identify scope gaps and exclusions, and make an informed appointment decision.

What we cover

Work covered

LateShield coordinates the required specialists and manages the process from initial review through to practical completion. The work covered on this service includes:

Discuss your project
  • Contractor quote review and analysis
  • Scope gap and exclusion identification
  • Like-for-like cost comparison
  • Tender comparison report
  • Clarification question preparation
  • Contractor interview support
  • Recommended appointment report
  • Contract sum negotiation support
  • Post-tender cost reconciliation
  • UK-wide remote service

Who this is for

Is this service right for you?

  • Clients who have received multiple contractor quotes and need independent analysis
  • Homeowners who are unsure how to compare quotes for a building project
  • Developers who need a formal tender comparison report
  • Anyone who wants independent advice before appointing a contractor

What you receive

Your deliverables

  • Tender comparison report with like-for-like analysis
  • Scope gap and exclusion schedule
  • Clarification questions for contractors
  • Recommended appointment report
  • Contract sum negotiation support

Process

How it works

01

Initial enquiry

Contact LateShield with the contractor quotes and tender documents. We will review the information and confirm the scope of the analysis.

02

Quote review

We review each contractor's quote in detail, identifying the scope covered, exclusions, assumptions and pricing basis.

03

Comparison report

We prepare a tender comparison report showing the quotes on a like-for-like basis, with scope gaps and exclusions clearly identified.

04

Clarifications

We prepare clarification questions for contractors to resolve any ambiguities before a final comparison is made.

05

Appointment support

We prepare a recommended appointment report and support the contract sum negotiation with the preferred contractor.

Getting started

What to send us

Send us whatever you have. You do not need everything — share what is available and we will work with it.

Contractor quotes or tender submissions
Drawings and specification used for tendering
Any clarification correspondence with contractors
Budget range if known
Required appointment date

FAQs

Frequently asked questions

If you have a question not covered here, contact us directly and we will be happy to help.

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Contractor quotes differ because contractors make different assumptions about the scope, specification and programme. Some contractors include items that others exclude. Without a bill of quantities or detailed specification, it is difficult to compare quotes on a like-for-like basis.

A scope gap is a work item that is required for the project but has not been included in a contractor's quote. Scope gaps are a common cause of cost overruns — the work still needs to be done, but the client did not realise it was not included in the original quote.

Yes. LateShield can support the contract sum negotiation with the preferred contractor, using the tender analysis to identify areas where the price can be reduced or clarified.

Yes. Tender analysis and quote comparison services are provided remotely and are available for residential and commercial projects throughout the UK.

Yes. LateShield can review the contract sum and scope after appointment to identify any issues and provide a basis for managing the contract.

Coverage

Service area

Tender analysis and quote comparison services are provided remotely and are available for residential and commercial projects throughout the UK.

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