• When estimating costs for the installation of electrical power generation equipment, factors to review include access to the job site, access and setting at the installation site, required connections, uncrating pads, anchors, leveling, final assembly of the components, and temporary protection from physical damage, including from exposure to the environment.
• Be aware of the cost of equipment supports, concrete pads, and vibration isolators, and cross-reference to other trades’ specifications. Also, review site and structural drawings for items that must be included in the estimates.
• It is important to include items that are not documented in the plans and specifications but must be priced. These items include, but are not limited to, testing, dust protection, roof penetration, core drilling concrete floors and walls, patching, cleanup, and final adjustments. Add a contingency or allowance for utility company fees for
power hookups, if needed.
• The project size and scope of electrical power generation equipment will have a significant impact on cost. The intent of RSMeans cost data is to provide a benchmark cost so that owners, engineers, and electrical contractors will have a comfortable number with which to start a project. Additionally, there are many websites available to use for research and to obtain a vendor’s quote to finalize costs.
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