Bid Leveling Guides for General Contractors
How to level subcontractor bids apples to apples, by trade and by platform, and trace every number back to the source proposal.
Which Subcontractor to Award When the Low Bid Isn't Lowest
A real finishes package where the low bid finished second after leveling, and how to pick the sub that offers the most value, not the lowest number.
Bid Leveling Template for Excel: Free Subcontractor Bid Tab
A free bid leveling template in Excel. See what a bid tab must include, how to fill it in step by step, and a filled example with plugs and alternates.
How to Trace Bid Leveling Results to the Source Proposal
Every number on a leveled bid tab should trace to the exact place in the subcontractor's proposal. How estimators verify AI-extracted bids before award.
How to Compare Subcontractor Bids (Apples to Apples)
How to compare subcontractor bids apples to apples: measure each against one scope sheet, plug exclusions, separate alternates, and compare leveled totals.
How to Level Mechanical and Electrical Subcontractor Bids
Level mechanical and electrical bids against a spec-based scope sheet, then check the MEP items most often excluded, like controls, fire alarm, and permits.
How to Level BuildingConnected Bids (Step by Step)
How to level BuildingConnected bids: connect it to Consight, import the project, turn bid form lines into a scope sheet, run Level Bids, and plug the gaps.
What Is Bid Leveling? How GCs Compare Subcontractor Bids
Bid leveling adjusts subcontractor bids to one scope so a general contractor can compare them on price alone. The steps, a worked example, and common mistakes.