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Free Bid Proposal Template

Write a professional bid proposal with the free template below. Itemize the scope, set your price and download a PDF ready to submit.

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Your Business
Bid Proposal
No. BID-1001
Date Oct 3, 2026
Valid until Nov 2, 2026
Prepared for
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DescriptionQtyRateAmount
Add line items to see them here.
Subtotal$0.00
Total$0.00
Terms
This bid is based on the scope described above. Changes to the scope will be quoted separately.
Customer signature
Date
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What is a bid?

A bid is a firm price submitted to win a job, often against other contractors. It describes the scope the price covers, what is excluded and the conditions of the offer. Once accepted, a bid is usually binding.

How to fill out this bid template

  1. Add your company details and license number
  2. Enter the project name, owner and site address
  3. Break the scope into line items
  4. List exclusions and assumptions in the notes
  5. Set how long the bid is valid, then download or send it

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Frequently asked questions

What is included in a construction bid?

The project details, a detailed scope of work, pricing, exclusions, schedule, payment terms, how long the bid is valid and a place for acceptance.

How do I make my bid stand out?

Be specific about scope and exclusions, respond quickly, and make it easy to accept. A bid the owner can approve online often gets an answer faster.