How does quantity surveying play a role in the tendering process?

Quantity surveying is a critical component of the tendering process primarily because it focuses on providing accurate cost estimates and managing the financial aspects of construction projects. Quantity surveyors assess the scope of the project, prepare detailed bills of quantities, and estimate the costs associated with each element of the work. This helps both the client and contractors understand the financial implications of the project from the outset, allowing for informed decision-making during the tendering phase.

By providing thorough cost estimates, quantity surveying ensures that bids submitted during the tender process are competitive yet financially sustainable, thus helping to maintain the project's budget. This financial management plays a vital role in preventing cost overruns and ensuring that the project is feasible within the available financial resources.

In contrast, while legal advice, design solutions, and coordination of communication are important aspects of construction project management, they are not the primary functions of quantity surveying during the tendering process. The focus here is strictly on cost estimation and financial oversight, which ultimately guides the tendering outcomes and project viability.