A request for proposal (RFP) is a project document that details the scope of work, contract terms, and bidding process and is used by an owner to collect bids from contractors on a project. A contractor would respond to the RFP by submitting a proposal detailing how they would complete the task and how much they would charge. In the construction industry, "RFP" stands for "request for pricing."
President Trump’s second term will shape the construction industry with policies focused on infrastructure spending, tax reform, and streamlined permitting. Challenges like labor shortages and material costs remain, but initiatives like the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) aim to reduce bureaucracy and drive transformative projects.
Read MoreTo Overbill or Not to Overbill, That Is the Question" explores overbilling in construction as a financial strategy to boost cash flow, weighing its benefits against ethical risks. It emphasizes aligning billing with project progress and stresses ethical practices and transparency to maintain client trust.
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Read MoreAs construction companies grow, managing complex workflows and detailed job costing becomes essential. Intuit Enterprise Suite extends QuickBooks Online, adding advanced features like automation, multi-entity management, and project tracking to streamline operations and support scalable growth.
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