# Construction Bidding Course Online Canonical URL: ## Overview This course gives you a real look at what construction bidding is actually like from the estimator's seat. Across six lessons, you'll work through the full bid lifecycle, starting with how firms decide which projects are worth pursuing, then moving into building a solid subcontractor pool, leveling bids to make fair comparisons, and finally pricing the job with the right mix of general conditions, fees, and contingency. You'll also get a feel for how general contractors weigh risk, competition, backlog, and client behavior when figuring out how aggressively to price a project. Each lesson pairs core concepts with hands-on exercises built around the kinds of situations estimators run into every day, and the course wraps up with a bid day simulation and final exam. You'll practice putting together complete, competitive bids while dealing with last-minute changes, scope gaps, and missing information, all without cutting corners on ethics. ## What you'll learn - Understand the full role of the estimator and how bidding fits into the overall project lifecycle - Evaluate projects for pursuit using go/no-go criteria, contract structure, competition, and backlog - Build a qualified subcontractor bid list and solicit complete, competitive coverage across trades - Level subcontractor bids by normalizing scope, identifying gaps, and justifying final selections - Price a complete bid by incorporating general conditions, fee structure, and risk-based contingency - Navigate bid day pressures to submit a competitive, ethical, and complete final bid ## Curriculum #### Lesson 1: The Role of the Estimator - Estimator versus takeoff technician - Where bidding fits in the project lifecycle - What general contractors prioritize when pursuing work - Overview of the bidding workflow #### Lesson 2: Bid Strategy and Project Selection - Hard bid, negotiated work, and GMP structures - Go or no-go decision making - Understanding the bid environment, including competition and client behavior - Backlog and capacity considerations - Lesson 2 Hands-on Exercise #### Lesson 3: Subcontractor Strategy and Bid Solicitation - Building a bid list - Subcontractor prequalification, including financials, experience, and capacity - Ensuring adequate coverage across trades - Communication and outreach best practices - Lesson 3 Hands-on Exercise #### Lesson 4: Bid Leveling and Scope Analysis - Principles of comparing bids on an equal basis - Identifying scope gaps and overlaps - Reviewing clarifications and assumptions - Standard bid leveling workflows - Lesson 4 Hands-on Exercise #### Lesson 5: Pricing the Job - General Conditions, Fees, and Risk - Breakdown of general conditions, including staffing and site costs - Fee strategy and margin considerations - Contingency planning based on project risk #### Lesson 6: Bid Day and Final Submission - Bid day workflow and coordination - Managing last-minute changes and incomplete information - Ethical considerations in bidding practices - Final Exam ## Instructors ### Matt F. — Instructor Matt F. is a well-rounded construction professional with a diverse background of construction industry experience. Matt has strong experience working on major commercial and residential construction projects, overseeing projects from pre-construction through to closeout. He also has a deep knowledge of the construction technology space, having hands-on experience with many of the major players in the construction technology landscape. Matt loves sharing his industry knowledge with others and continuing to learn about the newest trends in construction technology. ## FAQ ### Does this course include job support? In addition to 30 hours of interactive training, you will receive 1-on-1 mentoring sessions that can be used for career and job support, including polishing your resume, preparing for interviews, and reviewing best practices for applying to jobs. Note, however, that we don’t provide job placement (i.e. reaching out to companies on your behalf). ### Is this course open to beginners? Yes, this course is open to beginners. Students must be comfortable using a computer. No other prior knowledge is required. ### Do you offer payment plans or student financing for this course? This course does not qualify for payment plans or student financing. See our Payment Options FAQ to find related programs that qualify. ### What is the cancellation and refund policy for this single course? For this course, you are entitled to a 90% refund (your payment less the nonrefundable 10% registration fee) within 30 days of purchase if you have not accessed the course materials. ### What’s included with my tuition? A hands-on learning experience working on projects and exercises, which is proven to boost comprehension, retention, and engagement Expert instructors who are industry professionals and experienced educators that are driven to help you succeed Access to industry-standard software during your training Expert support with answers to your questions from real instructors throughout your learning journey Valuable 1-on-1 mentoring sessions outside of class to address your specific needs and career goals Additional personalized 1-on-1 bonus training with an industry expert to reinforce concepts Top-notch curricula that have been tried and tested over many years and are consistently improved for an optimal learning experience 30-day access to class recordings to review material at your own pace A certificate of completion to verify your accomplishment The confidence of learning at an accredited institution ### Are there any additional fees or expenses? There are no extra fees or taxes for our courses. The price you see on this page is the maximum you’ll pay us. ### Do you offer any discounts for this course? Take this course as part of a certificate program and save: Construction Management Certification Course Online Price: $2,999 | Hours: 330 Hours ## Pricing **Tuition:** $579