FREE PRINTABLE TEMPLATE
Construction bid template — a proposal form you can fill and print now.
A clean, professional bid form: parties, scope, itemized pricing, exclusions, terms, and signatures. Click the dashed fields to fill it in, then print or save as PDF.
Free to use. Click any dashed field to type your details, then print or save as PDF.
CONSTRUCTION BID & PROPOSAL
Bid #: Date: Valid for: days
Prepared for
Customer: Phone:
Job address:
Scope of work
Itemized pricing
| Description | Qty | Unit price | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subtotal | |||
| Tax | |||
| TOTAL | |||
Exclusions
Payment terms
Deposit: due on acceptance. Balance: .
This template is provided as a general form and is not legal advice. Review your standard terms with a local attorney.
How to use this bid template
Fill the dashed fields directly on the page, then use Print / save as PDF — the page chrome disappears and only the document prints. Keep scope language specific: "install 240 lf of 6-ft cedar privacy fence with steel posts set in concrete" wins disputes that "install fence" loses. List exclusions every time; the argument you avoid is worth the extra minute.
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Start the free Solo trialFrequently asked questions
What should a construction bid include?
A complete bid names both parties, describes the scope in specific language, itemizes pricing or states a lump sum, lists exclusions, sets a validity period, states payment terms and deposit, and provides signature lines for both parties.
Is a signed bid a contract?
A signed proposal with clear scope, price, and terms generally functions as a binding agreement in most U.S. states, but requirements vary — some states require specific notices or right-to-cancel language. Have a local attorney review your standard terms.
Should I itemize my bid or give one price?
Itemizing builds trust and makes change orders easier to price, but it also invites line-by-line shopping. Many contractors itemize scope while pricing in grouped sections. This template supports both.
How long should a bid stay valid?
Thirty days is common. With volatile material pricing, many contractors now use 14 or 15 days — the template's validity field lets you set your own.
Can I send this digitally instead of printing?
Yes — print to PDF and email it. Or skip the manual paperwork: FieldSquire builds itemized, branded estimates with e-signature and deposits from a walkthrough, free for 14 days.