CCE103 - Construction Contract Bid Management
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Subject Title
Construction Contract Bid Management
Subject Description
This course will provide students, who has a basic knowledge of general contracting and estimating, additional understanding of tender documents for all project types and knowledge of computerized estimating and unit price control. Discover the role of the estimating team and the importance of bid management. This course will lead to the management of site, material ordering, scheduling, and the cost control process.
Credit Status
One credit towards the Construction Estimator Certificate
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject the student will be able to:
| 1. | Define the contract documents and the bid process. | |
| 2. | Identify specifications in relation to drawings. | |
| 3. | Analyze and identify tasks for estimating various projects, with in a team environment. | |
| 4. | Define techniques, assemblies, productivity and basic estimating from the viewpoint of a general contractor. | |
| 5. | Analyze an existing project, confirm the accuracy and develop pricing. | |
| 6. | Prepare a summary sheet and closing the bid Documentation. | |
| 7. | Develop a total cost with your estimating team in preparing a bid. | |
| 8. | Estimate site overhead costs and profit. | |
| 9. | Utilize standard construction terminology and acronyms. |
Essential Employability Skills
• Communicate clearly, concisely and correctly in the written, spoken and visual form that fulfils the purpose and meets the needs of the audience.
• Respond to written, spoken, or visual messages in a manner that ensures effective communication.
• Execute mathematical operations accurately.
• Apply a systematic approach to solve problems.
• Use a variety of thinking skills to anticipate and solve problems.
• Locate, select, organize, and document information using appropriate technology and information systems.
• Analyze, evaluate, and apply relevant information from a variety of sources.
• Show respect for diverse opinions, values, belief systems, and contributions of others.
• Interact with others in groups or teams in ways that contribute to effective working relationships and the achievement of goals.
• Manage the use of time and other resources to complete projects.
• Take responsibility for one's own actions, decisions, and consequences.
Academic Integrity
Seneca upholds a learning community that values academic integrity, honesty, fairness, trust, respect, responsibility and courage. These values enhance Seneca's commitment to deliver high-quality education and teaching excellence, while supporting a positive learning environment. Ensure that you are aware of Seneca's Academic Integrity Policy which can be found at: http://www.senecapolytechnic.ca/about/policies/academic-integrity-policy.html Review section 2 of the policy for details regarding approaches to supporting integrity. Section 2.3 and Appendix B of the policy describe various sanctions that can be applied, if there is suspected academic misconduct (e.g., contract cheating, cheating, falsification, impersonation or plagiarism).
Please visit the Academic Integrity website http://open2.senecac.on.ca/sites/academic-integrity/for-students to understand and learn more about how to prepare and submit work so that it supports academic integrity, and to avoid academic misconduct.
Discrimination/Harassment
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Accommodation for Students with Disabilities
The College will provide reasonable accommodation to students with disabilities in order to promote academic success. If you require accommodation, contact the Counselling and Accessibility Services Office at ext. 22900 to initiate the process for documenting, assessing and implementing your individual accommodation needs.
Camera Use and Recordings - Synchronous (Live) Classes
Synchronous (live) classes may be delivered in person, in a Flexible Learning space, or online through a Seneca web conferencing platform such as MS Teams or Zoom. Flexible Learning spaces are equipped with cameras, microphones, monitors and speakers that capture and stream instructor and student interactions, providing an in-person experience for students choosing to study online.
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Prerequisite(s)
CCE102 - Material Estimating and Methods
Topic Outline
| 1.0 | Contract Specifications and Working Drawings | ||||
| 1.1 | Interpret the architectural drawing and specification package | ||||
| 1.1.1 | Site plan | ||||
| 1.1.2 | Basement plan | ||||
| 1.1.3 | First floor plan | ||||
| 1.1.4 | Upper floor plan | ||||
| 1.1.5 | Exterior elevations | ||||
| 1.1.6 | Sections | ||||
| 1.1.7 | Interior elevations and details | ||||
| 1.1.8 | Room finish schedule | ||||
| 1.2 | Interpret the structural drawing and specification package: | ||||
| 1.2.1 | Footings and foundation plans | ||||
| 1.2.2 | Basement framing plans | ||||
| 1.2.3 | Floor framing plans | ||||
| 1.2.4 | Roof framing plans | ||||
| 1.2.5 | Structural details | ||||
| 1.3 | Interpret mechanical drawings: | ||||
| 1.3.1 | Electrical | ||||
| 1.3.2 | Plumbing | ||||
| 1.3.3 | HVAC | ||||
| 1.4 | Interpret metric and Imperial drawings. | ||||
| 2.0 | Construction Estimating Teamwork | ||||
| 2.1 | Define the General Conditions – Affect on the estimating process. | ||||
| 2.2 | Evaluate costs affecting, Site Equipment and Equipment Rental. | ||||
| 2.3 | Set up a summary sheet and discuss closing procedure. | ||||
| 2.4 | Describe the tendering process: | ||||
| 2.4.1 | Contractor's name | ||||
| 2.4.2 | Stipulated bid price | ||||
| 2.4.3 | Breakdown of bid price | ||||
| 2.4.4 | Bid performance and payment security | ||||
| 2.4.5 | Bid acceptance period | ||||
| 2.4.6 | Completion of work | ||||
| 2.4.7 | List of sub-contractors | ||||
| 2.4.8 | Itemized prices | ||||
| 2.4.9 | Alternate prices | ||||
| 2.4.10 | Substitutions | ||||
| 2.4.11 | Hourly rates | ||||
| 2.5 | Measure several divisions of a large project for take off of labour and materials. | ||||
| 2.6 | Establish a checklist and procedure to prepare closing bids, communicate effectively with the team, bonds, and sub-trades, etc. | ||||
| 2.7 | Establish the process of obtaining and providing company seals and signatures for the purpose of providing a legal contract. | ||||
| 3.0 | Computerized Estimating | ||||
| 3.1 | Identify basic computer databases | ||||
| 3.2 | Define communications protocols as they relate to Construction Estimating | ||||
| 3.3 | Use computer programs to aid in the estimating process | ||||
| 4.0 | Take Offs and Price Outs | ||||
| 4.1 | Review the Tenders from case studies | ||||
| 4.2 | Use a unit price sheet. | ||||
| 4.3 | Describe divisions and their ‘Method of Measurement’. | ||||
| 4.4 | Estimate overheads and general conditions costs. | ||||
| 4.5 | Discuss profit and affects of scheduling | ||||
Mode of Instruction
Online
This subject is delivered online. This may involve the use of digital materials and/or a text, group discussions, interaction with your instructor and online activities.
Platform: D2L/Brightspace
Prescribed Texts
Construction Contracting A Practical Guide to Company Management, 8th edition,
Richard H. Clough, Glenn A. Sears, and S. Keoki Sears
John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 9781118693216
Required Supplies
None
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Grading Policyhttp://www.senecapolytechnic.ca/about/policies/grading-policy.html
| A+ | 90% to 100% |
| A | 80% to 89% |
| B+ | 75% to 79% |
| B | 70% to 74% |
| C+ | 65% to 69% |
| C | 60% to 64% |
| D+ | 55% to 59% |
| D | 50% to 54% |
| F | 0% to 49% (Not a Pass) |
| OR | |
| EXC | Excellent |
| SAT | Satisfactory |
| UNSAT | Unsatisfactory |
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Modes of Evaluation
All the academic policies of the College at which you registered apply. This includes, but is not limited to policies related to grading, supplemental exams, deferred exams and accommodations.
Grading is based on the following marking scheme:
| 10% | Discussion Posts | |
| 60% | Assignments | |
| 30% | Final Exam |
The final exam for this online course is written online. No invigilation is required. The passing grade for this course is 55%.
MINIMUM PERFORMANCE FOR GRADUATION
No student will be eligible to graduate with a Seneca College certificate or diploma if, in more than 30% of the subjects required for graduation, the student has received a "D" grade.
Assignments
- Assignments are due on the date given by the instructor.
- A late penalty of 10% per day is assessed for late assignments, including those not handed in at the beginning of class when due.
- Material will not be accepted after one week following the due date and/or when the marked material is returned to students, whichever comes first.
- Assignments are to be prepared by computer.
Absenteeism and Exams
- Students who are absent for an examination due to an emergency (e.g., motor vehicle accident, hospitalization or death in the family) may provide official documentation within five days of the missed exam and be provided a deferred exam at a later date. Official documentation includes a death notice or an original doctor’s certificate identifying the date, length of time expected absence and the specific reason for the absence. Examinations missed without official documentation and approval result in a grade of zero.
- There are no deferred options for missed tests.
English Proficiency
- All written work should demonstrate the following characteristics for clarity and conciseness:
-spelling and punctuation are correct
-sentences are structured correctly
-main ideas are supported with specific, relevant examples and reasons
-work flows logically through supporting statements/paragraphs
-work is arranged in correct format (e.g., as a report, essay)
-up to 10% of the final grade may be deducted on all work if the above English competencies are not met.
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