Protecting Your Bids. Securing Your Profits.
What is ScopeLock™?
ScopeLock™ is a proprietary estimating method developed by Leverage Solutions to eliminate missed scope, reduce bid chaos, and ensure accurate, defensible pricing. It is a four-step approach designed to protect general contractors, developers, and owners from the costly surprises that derail projects.
Why Use ScopeLock™?
Traditional estimating often leaves gaps that can lead to costly change orders, missed deadlines, and unhappy clients. ScopeLock™ was built to eliminate these issues, providing a clear, structured path from preconstruction to final bid submission. With ScopeLock™, you get:
✅ Fewer bid-day surprises
✅ Clear, complete estimates
✅ Improved bid-to-win ratios
✅ Lower project risk
How ScopeLock™ Works
ScopeLock™ follows a systematic, four-step approach:
S – Scan for Scope Gaps
- Review drawings, specifications, and addenda for completeness
- Identify inconsistencies, omissions, or areas requiring RFIs
- Flag high-risk scope elements to prevent missed costs
C – Cover Subs Strategically
- Prequalify subs by region, trade, and responsiveness
- Ensure full bid coverage with backup options for each trade
- Track exclusions and alternates to avoid last-minute confusion
O – Outline the Real Deliverable
- Format estimates in clean, CSI-compliant breakout formats
- Include notes, value engineering options, and key callouts
- Make it easy for PMs and owners to read, explain, and trust the estimate
P – Preflight the Bid Day
- Conduct final reviews with the GC/PM team
- Ensure all bids are apples-to-apples for accurate comparison
- Final pass on scope gaps, risks, and recommendations
Why Choose ScopeLock™?
- Reduce risk and improve accuracy
- Faster, cleaner estimates that win work
- Enhanced client trust and transparency
- Proven track record on high-stakes projects
Ready to Lock in Your Next Bid?
Contact us today to see how ScopeLock™ can improve your estimating accuracy, reduce risk, and help you win more work.