Trade Leveling
Trade Leveling Report
Top Recommendation
Summit Electric — $14,500.00
Best value — comprehensive scope at a competitive price. Covers all reference items including low voltage and fire alarm.
Bid Comparison
Scope Comparison
| Scope Item | Summit Electric#1 | Pacific Electrical#2 | QuickWire Co#3 | Premier Electrical#4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| panel upgrade | circuit breaker installation | rough-in wiring | outlet installation | switch installation | lighting fixture hookup | low voltage rough-in | fire alarm wiring | dedicated hvac circuits | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Value Score = Price (35%) + Completeness (45%) + Confidence (20%). Price is based on scope-adjusted amounts.
| Rank | Subcontractor | Amount | Leveled | Value | Price | Complete | Confidence | Flags |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Summit Electric | $14,500.00 | — | 87.6 | 88.2 | 95.0 | 90.0 | — |
| 2 | Pacific Electrical | $16,200.00 | — | 78.9 | 72.5 | 92.0 | 100.0 | — |
| 3 | QuickWire Co | $11,800.00 | $18,040.00(65%) | 52.4 | 95.0 | 38.0 | 60.0 | — |
| 4 | Premier Electrical | $24,500.00 | — | 35.2 | 18.0 | 88.0 | 100.0 | High |
Bid Details
$14,500.00
Value Score
Price: 88.2— 4% below median adjusted price
Completeness: 95.0— Complete scope — all reference items covered
Confidence: 90.0— Detailed bid — inclusions and notes provided
Best value — comprehensive scope at a competitive price. Covers all reference items including low voltage and fire alarm.
Note: 3-week lead time. Licensed & insured. Includes permit coordination.
$16,200.00
Value Score
Price: 72.5— 7% above median adjusted price
Completeness: 92.0— Near-complete scope — 1 exclusion (EV charger rough-in) noted
Confidence: 100.0— Most detailed bid — inclusions, exclusions, and notes provided
Strong runner-up — most detailed scope with testing and permits included. Slightly higher price but maximum transparency.
Note: Includes final walk-through and punch list. 2-week lead time.
$11,800.00($18,040.00 leveled)· 65% scope coverage
Value Score
Price: 95.0— Lowest raw price — 22% below median
Completeness: 38.0— Missing 3 scope items (low voltage rough-in, fire alarm wiring, dedicated HVAC circuits)
Confidence: 60.0— Basic bid — inclusions only, no exclusions listed
Low price but significant scope gaps — missing low voltage, fire alarm, and HVAC circuits. Estimated $9,400 in additional costs when gaps are factored in.
Note: Can start immediately.
$24,500.00
Value Score
Price: 18.0— 63% above median adjusted price
Completeness: 88.0— Near-complete scope — 1 exclusion (permit & fees) noted
Confidence: 100.0— Most detailed bid — inclusions, exclusions, and notes provided
High outlier — 63% above median. Complete scope and detailed bid, but significantly overpriced compared to similar bids. Negotiate or request revised pricing.
Note: Premium contractor — 5-year warranty on all work.
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