Pricing & allowances

Fixed-price Quote

An offer to complete a defined scope for an agreed price, subject to the assumptions, exclusions and adjustment terms stated in the quote or contract.

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Definition

An offer to complete a defined scope for an agreed price, subject to the assumptions, exclusions and adjustment terms stated in the quote or contract.

Why it matters

The price is only as reliable as the scope basis. Undefined work can turn into unplanned cost after acceptance.

Example in practice

The builder issues one fixed total with separate PC sums, provisional work and clear exclusions.

Use the term carefully

State the scope, amount, adjustment method or contract meaning whenever this term could change who carries cost or risk.