How to read an architect's proposal
A good proposal lists deliverables, exclusions, working rhythm, and change rules. A fee without that is not comparable.
The lowest number in the table is not always the cheapest project.
What must be written
Which service. Which documents. What is excluded. How many revisions are included. How payment works. What happens on pause or a larger change.
Where costs hide
Surveys, specialist reports, and fees are often outside the architect's fee. That is normal, but it must be stated. Otherwise comparison is meaningless.
Revisions
Ask what one revision means. Larger changes need a written amendment with time and cost impact.
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Comparing proposals
Align units first: same service, same deliverables, same exclusions. Then compare price. Then compare communication and accountability.
What TENET puts in a proposal
Written scope, exclusions, assumptions, payment tied to delivery, and what we need from you. Public pages do not replace a contract.
Questions around this topic
- Deliverables per stage, exclusions, assumptions, revision rules, and the contact person. A total number without scope is not enough to compare.
- Because inputs, disciplines, or revision limits are missing. Late changes and supplements often exceed the opening fee gap.
- No. Credit and tax stay with the bank and authorised parties. The proposal covers architecture and coordination within scope.