scope:

This document addresses all phases of construction cost estimating from the initial start of design through modification estimates during construction. \1\UFC 3-730-01/1/ PROGRAMMING COST ESTIMATES FOR MILITARY CONSTRUCTION provides guidance for cost estimating during the initial planning, programming, and budget review phases. The term construction includes remedial action environmental projects, dredging and other construction type work often implemented as service contracts. For the purposes of this document, the term cost engineer applies to all individuals, whether employed by the Government or under contract to the Government, who are engaged in the preparation or review of government cost estimates.

PURPOSE

This document establishes uniform guidance to describe methods, procedures, and formats for the preparation of construction cost estimates and construction contract modification estimates. This guidance represents where services have common requirements, however, for instances where there are differences, use the cognizant design agencies policies and procedures.

APPLICABILITY

This UFC applies to all military construction projects.