How to Bid on Demolition Projects

Creating a bid for demolition work requires knowledge of hazardous materials.

Bidding on demolition projects is a challenging activity conducted by many businesses. Demolition project bids must be competitive and accurate. In order to bid on this type of project, a thorough investigation of the site must be conducted. The person bidding must understand the parameters of the project and whether any hazardous materials are located within the demolition site.

Instructions

1. Investigate the site. The company bidding on a demolition project must thoroughly investigate the site and talk to construction managers to fully understand the project.

2. Determine how many workers will be needed to complete the demolition.

3. Decide what machinery will be used. Deciding what equipment is needed will help a company determine the cost of the job.

4. Look for any hazardous materials found on the site. If hazardous materials, such as asbestos, are located on the site, include this information in the bid. Hazardous material must be disposed of properly and extra costs may be incurred.

5. Calculate the costs. When writing the actual bid, include a breakdown of the costs your company is charging. Include machine time, labor, material removal, hazardous waste removal and any other costs associated with the demolition.

6. Include prior demolition experience. In a competitive industry, companies often include experience information in the bid to stand out. List any similar jobs your company has completed.

7. State any environmental issues. If your company is a "green" company, be sure to include this on the bid. Explain in summarized form how your company plans to recycle any materials located on this job site.

References

• C&D World: Demolition Today
• Hillen Corp: Demolition