OBJECTIVE AND GENERAL REQUIREMENTS The objective of the term project assignment is to prepare a Bid Proposal for constructing a one-story single family ?house ?(MAKU ?Residence). ?S

 

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TERM PROJECT ASSIGNMENT DESCRIPTION One-Story Single Family House (MAKU Residence)

OBJECTIVE AND GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

The objective of the term project assignment is to prepare a Bid Proposal for constructing a one-story single family house (MAKU Residence). Students must approach the assignment from the perspective of a construction contractor attending a bid, and prepare a professional price proposal using their knowledge, skills and common sense. This requires proper efforts with regards to:

• Reading and understanding plans; • Recognizing construction work items; • Surveying the quantity for various types of work; • Using cost databases to acquire cost of construction efforts; • Estimating indirect and total cost of construction; and • Submitting and presenting a professional proposal of their cost estimation.

General requirements of the proposal are as following:

• This is an individual assignment and students will not be allowed to work in groups. • Use the project plans and other reference material posted on Canvas to identify the scope of work

in this project and complete the quantity take-off. • Follow the CSI MasterFormat® (2004 Edition) in organizing the cost estimate proposal. • Use the R.S. Means Online website (https://www.rsmeansonline.com) to get cost data for all

identified work items. It is the students’ responsibility to follow up on the invitation email to setup an account on the R.S. Means Online website and to inform the instructor immediately if they have not received such email (double check your email spam folder).

• In case of any missing or incomplete information, students can make reasonable and justifiable assumptions. All assumptions must be clearly listed in the proper sections of the proposal, as described later in this document.

MINIMUM SCOPE

This section describes the minimum scope of work required in this project. This includes items from the following 11 CSI MasterFormat® divisions:

Division 01: General Conditions and Requirements • Identify all general requirement items that should apply to this job, assuming 12 month duration

for entire construction. Students are encouraged to make reasonable and justifiable assumptions based on common sense and regular construction practices to cover any missing information.

Division 03: Concrete (for Slab, Footings, and Foundations) • Concrete forming and reinforcing steel, including required accessories (use separate cost items) • Concrete placement (including curing and finishing, wherever applicable)

Division 04: Masonry • Masonry units and accessories (including mortar and grout, if needed) • Bond Beams

 

 

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Division 05: Metals • Wall studs

Division 06: Wood • Roof framing structure (prefabricated truss system) and sheathing • Others

Division 07: Thermal and Moisture Protection • Below-grade moisture protection (primer, vapor barrier, protection board, coving material, etc.) • Walls (interior and exterior) and ceiling thermal insulation. Use R-11 insulation for interior walls. • Roof Tiles and accessories

Division 08: Openings • Doors and Windows

Division 09: Finishes • All wall, flooring and ceiling finishes

Division 11: Equipment • Residential appliances such as kitchen equipment, washers and dryers, etc.

Division 31: Earthwork • Structural excavation and backfill (with compaction) – assume 2 feet of working space on all sides

and excavation slope of 1:1.

Division 32: Exterior Improvements • Fencing, sidewalks and driveways …etc.

PROJECT REPORT

The final report must be submitted as a single PDF file organized in the following sections:

• Cover Sheet: Your information and title of the report. • Proposal Summary Sheets: summary table of cost estimates in both CSI MasterFormat and AST

Uniformat II. (see spreadsheet templates posted on Canvas). • Separate section for each CSI division, consisting of:

o Summary sheet including cost items identified for the division. The description of each item should be clear and written to describe the work item not the description of the RS Means item used for pricing (see cover table template on Canvas),

o Estimated cost of items and divisions, included in the above summary table. o List of all the assumptions made in order to complete the quantity takeoffs, and o Typed takeoff calculations of all quantities included in the estimate or a scanned copy of neatly

written and properly-organized handwritten takeoff calculations. You should:  Keep calculations neat and clear.  Separate calculations of different items using lines and titles.  Mention name of methods that you used in calculations (if applicable).  Show proper and adequate comments for your calculations.

In addition to the PDF file, the Microsoft Excel file used to develop the cost summary sheets mentioned above should also be submitted.

 

 

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EVALUATION CRITERIA

Submissions will be evaluated using the following rubric

Criterion Points

Organization and Presentation 15

Division 1 – General Requirements 10

Division 3 – Concrete 10

Division 4 – Masonry 10

Division 5 – Metals 5

Division 6 – Wood 10

Division 7 – Thermal and Moisture Protection 5

Division 8 – Openings 5

Division 9 – Finishes 10

Division 10 – Equipment 5

Division 31 – Earthwork 10

Division 32 – Exterior Improvements 4

Total 99

The grade for the 11 divisions will be based on:

• The comprehensiveness of the estimate (i.e. including all the applicable items that need to be estimated) • The accuracy of the quantity take-off • The appropriateness of the cost items selected from RS Means

 

 

 

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USEFUL NOTES FOR:

• Submitting and presenting a professional proposal of their cost estimation.

Introduction

If you’re looking to get into construction, this course is for you. The course teaches you how to identify different types of buildings and their associated materials, as well as providing an introduction to the variety of tasks involved in the process of producing detailed cost estimates.

• Submitting and presenting a professional proposal of their cost estimation.

In this section, you will learn how to prepare and present a professional proposal of their cost estimation.

Prepare a proposal.

Present a proposal.

Submit a proposal.

• Researching the latest in construction material and estimating methods, with a focus on those that are environmentally friendly.

Researching the latest in construction material and estimating methods, with a focus on those that are environmentally friendly.

Researching the latest in construction material and estimating methods, with a focus on those that are environmentally friendly

Researching the latest in construction material and estimating methods, with a focus on those that are environmentally friendly

• Learning new skills necessary to contribute effectively to the estimation process.

In the process of estimating, you will learn new skills necessary to contribute effectively to the estimation process. You will need to know how to use software such as Excel and Word. You should also be familiar with internet applications such as Google Docs or Basecamp. You should have a working knowledge of calculators and spreadsheets so that you can calculate quantities quickly and efficiently. In addition, it is important that you have some knowledge about databases (the kind used by businesses) so that you understand how they work in relation to cost estimates; this includes knowing what type of database an organization uses—for example SQL Server vs MySQL—and which elements within data management systems make up its structure (elements like tables). Finally, being able to use presentation software such as PowerPoint helps ensure that your presentation looks professional when complete!

• Designing and submitting proposals for different organizations.

Designing and submitting proposals for different organizations.

Proposal submission process.

Importance of proposal submission

• Learning how to collaborate effectively with a team.

Working together as a team is important to the success of your project. It’s also a great way to learn how to collaborate effectively with others.

To get started, consider these tips:

Communicate with your team members regularly and clearly about what you’re doing and why it’s important. This will help ensure that they understand what needs to be done, so they can be sure not just of completing their own responsibilities but also helping you achieve yours.

Listen carefully—and don’t interrupt! If someone has something important to say, let them speak uninterrupted until they’re finished talking (unless there’s an emergency). Once everyone has had his/her turn speaking at length about something specific within the scope of this proposal writing exercise (e.g., “The client wants me”), then share ideas with each other based on what each person said during his/her presentation time frame without any interruptions by anyone else except perhaps another presenter whose turn comes up soon after yours ends; this will ensure everyone gets his/her fair share of attention while still giving everyone plenty opportunity

The course will help you develop excellent research and communications abilities, as well as providing an introduction to the variety of tasks involved in the process of producing detailed cost estimates.

The course will help you develop excellent research and communications abilities, as well as providing an introduction to the variety of tasks involved in the process of producing detailed cost estimates. You will learn about:

How to prepare for interviews with potential suppliers.

Why it is important to have accurate numbers in your proposal, even if they are not perfect.

How much information should be included in a proposal, such as an executive summary and appendices (briefs).

The course also provides an opportunity for students to work through scenarios based on real-world experience, which gives them valuable insight into what can go wrong when working with suppliers or contractors.

Conclusion

We hope you’ll join us on this journey to a better understanding of how to make informed decisions about your next project. If you want to learn more, check out our other courses: