Question 1

While an experienced estimator will certainly know what to look for and assess when investigating the site, the presence of the ____ or a project superintendent on the visit will always be valuable if only to offer alternative viewpoints in the evaluation of the data.

Accepted Answer

A) bonding company's representative 
B) chief architect 
C) chief estimator 
D) project liaison C

Question 2

General clauses that have a significant impact on the cost of the work are often found in the "back end" of specifications in the review process.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 3

All of the following are considered primary sources of information for private bids EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A) advertisements in newspapers 
B) invitations from owners or consultants 
C) architectural and engineering consultants 
D) business contacts A

Question 4

Private owners often directly invite contractors to bid on their construction projects in a system known as a(n)____ system.

Accepted Answer

A) open bid 
B) limited bid 
C) blind bid 
D) closed bid

Question 5

Many government agencies are reluctant to publish bid notices on the Internet.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Managing the estimating process includes keeping bid records, scheduling the estimator's time, and carefully reviewing bid documents when they are obtained.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Significant details provided in response to questions about a bid will be incorporated into written directives that are distributed to all bidders in publications known as ____.

Accepted Answer

A) appendixes 
B) errata 
C) supplements 
D) addenda

Question 8

If an estimator does not know exactly what the computer is accomplishing in the preparation of an estimate, the estimator will not be in control of the process.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

A method of addressing the problem of bids from contractors of questionable capability is to call for bids from ____ contractors only.

Accepted Answer

A) prequalified 
B) conditioned 
C) service 
D) trained

Question 10

An effective way to plan estimating operations is to use a simple line chart form of time schedule.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

A contractor's estimating department is responsible for identifying the goals and objectives of the department.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

On most projects general contractors request two complete sets of bid documents for estimating a project.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

In a closed bid system, the number of companies invited to bid is typically limited to no more than ten contractors who are known to the owner or designers and who meet the qualification criteria set by the owner.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

In closed bidding, there is little restriction on who can submit a bid on the work.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Most companies hold an estimate review usually  ___________ before the bid is due to be submitted.

Accepted Answer

A) a month 
B) a year 
C) a day or two 
D) a week

Question 16

Which of the following is a primary source of information regarding bid calls for public works?

Accepted Answer

A) business contacts 
B) construction news services 
C) web pages of government agencies 
D) bid information services

Question 17

Agencies of the U.S. government use a standard form called the "____" to provide bid information.

Accepted Answer

A) Notice of Commencement 
B) Pre-Solicitation Notice 
C) Notice of Solicitation 
D) Invitation to Bid

Question 18

Construction groups in major cities have formed associations or plan service centers where both public and private bodies may deposit plans and specifications of projects calling for bids.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

A method of handling the problem of review questions is to compile a list of all the questions that arise, the ____, then later send a single e-mail to the prime consultant to deal with all the items that have accumulated.

Accepted Answer

A) punch list 
B) query register 
C) query list 
D) risk register

Question 20

Perhaps the most important item considered at the estimate review is ____.

Accepted Answer

A) the type of materials to be used 
B) the amount of fee to include in the bid price 
C) the relative merits of the subcontractors 
D) the number of days for completion

Exam 2: The Estimating Process and Preliminary Procedures

While an experienced estimator will certainly know what to look for and assess when investigating the site, the presence of the ____ or a project superintendent on the visit will always be valuable if only to offer alternative viewpoints in the evaluation of the data.

General clauses that have a significant impact on the cost of the work are often found in the "back end" of specifications in the review process.

All of the following are considered primary sources of information for private bids EXCEPT:

Private owners often directly invite contractors to bid on their construction projects in a system known as a(n) ____ system.

Many government agencies are reluctant to publish bid notices on the Internet.

Managing the estimating process includes keeping bid records, scheduling the estimator's time, and carefully reviewing bid documents when they are obtained.

Significant details provided in response to questions about a bid will be incorporated into written directives that are distributed to all bidders in publications known as ____.

If an estimator does not know exactly what the computer is accomplishing in the preparation of an estimate, the estimator will not be in control of the process.

A method of addressing the problem of bids from contractors of questionable capability is to call for bids from ____ contractors only.

An effective way to plan estimating operations is to use a simple line chart form of time schedule.

A contractor's estimating department is responsible for identifying the goals and objectives of the department.

On most projects general contractors request two complete sets of bid documents for estimating a project.

In a closed bid system, the number of companies invited to bid is typically limited to no more than ten contractors who are known to the owner or designers and who meet the qualification criteria set by the owner.

In closed bidding, there is little restriction on who can submit a bid on the work.

Most companies hold an estimate review usually ___________ before the bid is due to be submitted.

Which of the following is a primary source of information regarding bid calls for public works?

Agencies of the U.S. government use a standard form called the "____" to provide bid information.

Construction groups in major cities have formed associations or plan service centers where both public and private bodies may deposit plans and specifications of projects calling for bids.

A method of handling the problem of review questions is to compile a list of all the questions that arise, the ____, then later send a single e-mail to the prime consultant to deal with all the items that have accumulated.

Perhaps the most important item considered at the estimate review is ____.