What is BOQ in Construction and How to Manage It with Software?

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BOQ (Bill of Quantities) is a document that lists all the materials, labour, and other items required to complete a construction project, along with their quantities and unit rates. It forms the basis for contractor pricing, project cost control, and final billing.

Components of a construction BOQ:

Item description (e.g., "Brick masonry — 9 inch wall")

Unit of measurement (sqft, cubic meter, running metre, number)

Quantity

Unit rate (cost per unit)

Total amount (quantity × rate)

Why manual BOQ management fails:

Quantity errors in large spreadsheets are common and costly

Updating rates across hundreds of items is time-consuming

No real-time comparison between BOQ and actual spend

Version control problems when multiple people edit the same file

Managing BOQ with Biddaro Site Manager:

1. Create BOQ line items with description, unit, quantity, and rate

2. Biddaro calculates totals automatically

3. Track actual material consumption against BOQ quantities in real time

4. Compare BOQ budget vs actual spend in the P&L dashboard

5. Generate BOQ reports for client billing and dispute resolution

What is BOQ in Construction and How to Manage It with Software?

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