Pricing & allowances

Mark-up

An amount added to cost, usually as a percentage, to recover overhead, profit or a defined commercial adjustment.

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Definition

An amount added to cost, usually as a percentage, to recover overhead, profit or a defined commercial adjustment.

Why it matters

Mark-up and margin are calculated differently, so the intended method should be explicit.

Example in practice

A subcontract cost is entered at net cost and the approved mark-up is applied as a separate calculation.

Use the term carefully

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