Construction Cost Estimating Services

The government authority in Chicago, IL seeks Construction Cost Estimators to provide cost consulting services on an as-needed basis for a three-year contract period. The selected vendor must provide adequate staff to deliver project budgeting, construction cost estimating, value engineering, cost control estimates, bid tabulation reviews, and change order cost analysis. Work requires onsite performance, including field visits to document site conditions and assess project surroundings for design-bid-build and construction management at risk delivery methods. The buyer also expects the vendor to advise on project delivery methods and recommend appropriate options for specific projects. Only onshore US organizations may apply, and the buyer is looking for proposals to determine the budget. Key dates include a virtual pre-bid meeting on September 9, 2026, and a final deadline for all questions on September 16, 2026.