Cost Estimating Manual for WSDOT Projects

Publication Number
M 3034
Publication Version
M 3034.05
Manual Manager
Kari Beardslee
Originator
Strategic Analysis and Estimating Office
Subject
Development of estimates for construction costs for department projects

The Cost Estimating Guidance for WSDOT Projects provides a consistent approach to cost estimating, estimate reviews, estimate documentation, and management of estimate data. It provides guidance on how to treat common and recurring challenges encountered in the cost estimating process. This guidance should be used as a tool in the project delivery process.

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