UFC/ TIPS Job Order
Contracting
Our expertise lies in offering high-quality estimation services specifically tailored for federal projects by the United Facilities Criteria (UFC).
About United Facilities Criteria (UFC)
Background
Estimates of costs should be formulated with the approach that treats the Government as a prudent and well-equipped contractor engaged in project estimation. Consequently, the comprehensive construction costs, reflective of what an experienced and prudent contractor would anticipate incurring, should be incorporated into the cost estimate. This guiding principle is to be consistently applied throughout the entire project lifecycle, spanning from the initial programming phase to the culmination of construction activities.
Purpose & Scope
This document establishes standardized guidelines for delineating methodologies, procedures, and formats pertinent to the formulation of cost estimates and associated analyses (price/cost). These guidelines are applicable in scenarios where services share common requisites; however, in instances of divergence, adherence to the policies and procedures of the respective design agency is warranted. The scope of this document encompasses the diverse phases of cost estimating, commencing from the inception of design and extending through the modification of cost estimates during the construction phase.
For comprehensive guidance on cost estimating throughout the initial planning, programming, and budget review stages, reference should be made to UFC 3-730-01 – PROGRAMMING COST ESTIMATES FOR MILITARY CONSTRUCTION. The term “construction” within this context encompasses remedial action environmental projects, dredging, and other construction-related endeavors typically executed through service contracts. For this document, the designation “cost engineer” pertains to qualified individuals, whether employed by the Government or engaged under government contracts, who regularly participate in the formulation or evaluation of cost estimates.
Applicability
This UFC is applicable to projects falling under Military Construction (MILCON) and Military Operations and Maintenance (O&M). The term “construction” as stipulated herein encompasses the activities involving the construction, alteration, or repair, inclusive of dredging, excavating, and painting, related to buildings, structures, or other real property.
UFC/ TIPS Job Order Contracting
We specialize in providing accurate cost estimation services tailored to the specific requirements outlined in the United Facilities Criteria (UFC). Our commitment aligns with the approach of a careful and well-prepared contractor, covering the entire project life cycle from planning to construction completion. Following consistent guidelines, our methods for preparing cost estimates and associated analyses adhere to the standards set forth in the provided document.
Our expertise extends to Military Construction (MILCON) and Military Operations and Maintenance (O&M) projects, which include construction, alteration, or repair activities like dredging, excavating, and painting of buildings, structures, or other real property. Our dedicated team of qualified cost engineers, whether employed directly by the Government or under contract, ensures that our estimated costs reflect what a careful and experienced contractor would anticipate. We uphold the highest standards of accuracy and reliability throughout the various phases of cost estimating.