Estimates Procedures

The following information is provided to assist our customers when estimates are desired. Any questions should be directed to the Plant Operations Call Center at 647-2059.

• What is an estimate?
• When is an estimate needed?
• How is an estimate requested?
• Are there different types of estimates?

An estimate is an approximate calculation of the cost of work to be done.

An estimate is a customer option, they are not required. Estimates are useful if there are concerns on the project cost or budget limitation. Estimates are free.

Estimate requests are the same as a work order. Use the plant work order form found on our web site. Choose the printable version from the Maintenance Request section and fill out completely, including short code and authorized signature. You will need to indicate the type of estimate you want. In the description section, on the first line, write "Request for **(type)** Estimate".

There are three types of estimates. They are "Budget", "Time and Material", and "Fixed Price".

Budget Estimate

Does not have a lot of detail and quoted cost is not guaranteed.

Time and Material Estimate

Will include detail, a scope of work, sufficient information on which to base a go / no go decision. The quoted cost is not guaranteed.

Fixed Price Estimate

Will contain the greatest detail and the price quoted to the customer is guaranteed.

The amount of time for an estimate to be completed is dependent on the amount of work involved preparing the estimate for the customer.