What Is a Construction Proposal

A construction proposal is a written offer from a bidder to the owner, preferably on a prescribed proposal form, to perform the work and to furnish all labor, materials, equipment and/or services for the prices and terms quoted by the bidder.

What should a construction proposal include?

1. The names and contact information of the owner and contractor.
2. The location of the work.
3. A detailed description of the work to be completed (scope of work)
4. The cost of the work and a payment schedule.
5. The signatures of both parties and the date.

Is a construction proposal a contract?

Although proposals can be converted into legally-binding contracts, the language of the proposal must be altered to contain all the elements of a contract. Once you instruct the party accepting the proposal to date, sign, make payment, and abide by the proposal terms, it becomes a legally-binding contract.