Variations & Quotes

The Variations & Quotes module manages the flow of subcontractor pricing and approved variation orders. It maintains a running budget impact summary and integrates with the Payment Claims module.

Requesting a Quote

1. 1Navigate to the Variations tab within your project.
2. 2Click Request Quote.
3. 3Enter: package/trade description, scope of works, and the date by which the quote is required.
4. 4Select the subcontractor from the project members list or enter a new contact.
5. 5Click Send. The subcontractor receives an email notification with the quote request.

Processing Variation Orders

1. 1When a variation event occurs (design change, unforeseen condition, scope addition), click New Variation.
2. 2Link the variation to the relevant contract or subcontract.
3. 3Enter: variation description, reason (design change / latent condition / scope addition), and estimated cost.
4. 4Submit to the principal contractor or client for approval.
5. 5Once approved, the variation value is added to the project contract sum and reflected in the payment schedule.