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How to Create an Independent Government Cost Estimate

Job Order Contracting

What is an Independent Government Cost Estimate? An IGCE (also in construction related service an IGE) is a cost estimate developed by the Government Requiring Activity, based on the requirements of the Performance Work Statement (PWS) or Statement of Work (SOW). How was the estimate made? What assumptions were made?

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Contract awarded for defence infrastructure redevelopment

Roads Online

A joint venture of Downer and CPB Contractors has been awarded a contract to deliver the planning phase of the Australian Defence Force’s proposed Woomera Redevelopment Program in South Australia. These works will form part of the Australian Defence Force’s submission for Federal Government approval.

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It’s a very good year for contractors to partner with government

Civil + Structural Engineer

This unique project, which includes the construction of a cryogenic facility that will house the world’s first industrial-use quantum computer, is estimated to cost $9 billion and is backed by a diverse group of supporters, including the state of Illinois, the U.S. The cumulative effort is estimated to cost $400 million.

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Considering a Job Order Contract?

Job Order Contracting

Here are a few items for review when organizations are considering a job order contract or hoping to improve one. Contracts and individual Projects/Work Orders within JOC should have established dollar limits. The approved JOC unit price book should be locally researched and organized using CSI Masterformat.

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HCSS Announces Integration Capabilities with Microsoft Intune

Civil + Structural Engineer

It allows for real-time collaboration, enabling foremen, project managers, estimators, and executives to work with up-to-date information while syncing plan updates between the office and the field. It simplifies time card management, job progress tracking, and safety reporting, enhancing on-site productivity and communication.

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Collaborative Construction Cost Estimating 2021

Job Order Contracting

Collaborative construction cost estimating provides guidance to organizations seeking improved cost visibility and transparency for repair, renovation, maintains and new build projects as well as overall facilities and physical infrastructure management. In other words, robust, LEAN process takes precedence for all associated projects.

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Validity of a Construction Cost Estimate – Public Sector

Job Order Contracting

The validity of a construction cost estimate, the most important aspect, is often overlooked and resulting in billions of dollars was every year. A construction cost estimate must be independently validated. Key Principles There are key principles that should be adhered to when preparing a construction cost estimate.