"Step-by-Step Guide to Preparing PWD Building and Road Estimates as per Maharashtra SOR"

Step-by-Step Guide to Preparing PWD Building and Road Estimates as per Maharashtra SOR

For civil engineers and quantity surveyors in Maharashtra, preparing an estimate for a PWD project—be it a school building or a rural road—is all about following the Maharashtra PWD Schedule of Rates (SOR) systematically. A well-prepared estimate not only ensures accuracy but also speeds up approvals and avoids costly revisions.

Step 1: Collect Project DataStart with detailed drawings, site conditions, soil reports, and the project scope. This ensures your estimate matches the actual site requirements.

Step 2: Break Down the WorkFor buildings—divide into foundation, superstructure, finishes, services.For roads—divide into earthwork, sub-base, base layers, surfacing, and drainage.

Step 3: Select Correct SOR ItemsIdentify exact item codes from the Maharashtra PWD SOR, ensuring descriptions, units, and inclusions match the design specifications.

Step 4: Calculate QuantitiesFollow PWD and IS 1200 measurement rules—centerline method for buildings, cross-section method for roads—while applying deductions and wastage norms.

Step 5: Apply Rates and Prepare AbstractMultiply each item’s quantity with its SOR rate to get the cost. Add contingencies, work-charged establishment, and other provisions as per norms.

Step 6: Compile the BOQArrange items trade-wise, ensuring all quantities and rates are accurate and match the abstract.

Step 7: Review and FinaliseCheck for consistency between BOQ, abstract, and measurement sheets before submission.

At Bhadanis PWD Online Training Institute, our Estimation and Costing Course – Based on Maharashtra PWD SOR trains you in this entire process using real departmental formats and live project examples.