Our missions
Construction Economist
Responding to a tender requires far more than a competitive price: the technical, regulatory, and economic dimensions of the project must be articulated with precision. CALYPSO brings its construction economics expertise to support contractors in securing their submissions and strengthening the overall robustness of their tender packages.
We work alongside internal teams to structure the cost documents, improve the reliability of cost estimates, optimise bills of quantities, and strengthen the overall consistency of the tender submission. Our support is designed to showcase the contractor’s expertise while securing its key trade-offs.
The objective is clear: to improve the quality of submissions, enhance their clarity, and maximise the chances of success. Strategic and operational support to deliver responses with greater control, relevance, and impact.
Our cost consultancy services within a contracting company
Full-scope cost consultancy services within a contracting company
Review of the tender package
Critical review of the tender documents: technical specifications, drawings, bills of quantities, particular administrative conditions, consultation rules, etc.
Identification of sensitive points and areas of technical risk.
Verification of the consistency of quantities and the scope of work.
Alerts on inconsistencies and recommendations prior to cost estimation.
Drafting and formatting of bills of quantities templates
Structuring of the cost estimate according to the required framework or one to be created.
Verification of consistency between the technical specifications and the bills of quantities.
Adjustment of line items and quantities to avoid omissions.
Assistance with the final presentation of the pricing table for greater clarity.
Cost Estimation and Pricing Strategy Support
Assistance with analysing the actual cost of the works.
Proposed ratios and benchmarks based on project feedback.
Advice on margin strategy and the balance between pricing and competitiveness.
Verification of the overall cost consistency of the bid.
Drafting or improvement of the technical proposal
Structuring of the method statement in line with the client’s expectations.
Showcasing experience, resources, and quality procedures.
Assistance with drafting responses to environmental and ESG criteria.
Proofreading and final formatting to maximize the technical score.
Full preparation of the tender submission package
Verification of the administrative and technical compliance of the document package.
Integration of technical documents (technical specifications, bills of quantities, method statement, schedule).
Assistance through to the official submission of the bid.
Assurance of a clear, consistent, and value-enhancing document package for the contractor.
