Ecosystem Application 06 • Quantity Surveying & Market Intelligence

ARE YOU PAYING TOO MUCH TO BUILD?

KNOW WHAT YOUR PROJECT SHOULD COST.

Upload or build your BOQ, compare rates against current Nigerian market intelligence, and identify items that may require pricing review before you approve the project cost.

⚡ CHECK MY BOQ 📊 VIEW MARKET PRICES

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IMPORTANT STATUTORY NOTICE: CROWNATE COST INTELLIGENCE ≠ FORMAL QS VALUATION
This platform compares submitted BOQ rates with available market observations and reference rates to identify differences that warrant pricing review. It does not constitute a formal Quantity Surveyor's valuation, professional disciplinary audit, or legal determination of contractor overcharging.

01 — Upload or Build Your BOQ

Import existing project schedules or build line items manually across 20 construction phases.

Project Name

Project Type

State (Location Basis)

LGA / Town

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UPLOAD BOQ DOCUMENT

Drag & drop your CSV, Excel, Text, or PDF BOQ here, or click to browse.

Or Paste Raw BOQ Rows (CSV, Tab-delimited, or Table text):

Enter line items. Quantities × Rates are calculated automatically.

#	Description	Specification	Quantity	Unit	Rate (₦)	Amount (₦)

TOTAL SUBMITTED BOQ:

₦0

02 — Your Project Cost at a Glance

Public Reference: BOQ-000000 • Objective benchmarking against current verified market intelligence.

YOUR SUBMITTED BOQ

₦0

Contractor quoted total

MARKET BENCHMARK
₦0
Derived from eligible market observations

INDICATIVE DIFFERENCE

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+0.0% vs reference

DATA CONFIDENCE

HIGH

Based on multi-source verified data

BOQ PRICE REVIEW INDEX

25/100

Some items require review

Controlled analytical indicator (0–100 scale)

28 of 35 BOQ items have sufficient comparable pricing data. 6 items are above the reference benchmark.

03 — Where Is Your Money Going?

Interactive project cost visualization across structural phases and work packages.

Cost Distribution by Phase:

04 — Items That Need Attention (Ranked Price Review)

Items where quoted rates diverge from observed market reference benchmarks.

Complete BOQ Line-by-Line Rate Assessment

#	Item Description	Quantity	Quoted Rate	Benchmark	Variance	Status

08 — What Should You Ask Your Contractor?

Professional negotiation intelligence: Objective, evidence-based inquiry questions.

09 & 10 — Connect Your BOQ to Project Control & Procurement

Turn the benchmarked BOQ into an active financial control instrument.

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Crownate Project Control

Establish this approved BOQ as your project cost baseline. Track actual spend, variations, contractor commitments, and forecast at completion.

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Crownate Procurement Hub

Directly source high-volume items (steel, cement, cables, roofing) from verified distributors and request competitive quotations.

05 — Construction Material Market Price Intelligence

Searchable Nigerian construction materials pricing verified across Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt and key regional hubs.

06 — Compare Contractor Quotes (Value & Scope Comparison)

Compare quotes from multiple contractors on Scope, Completeness, Unit Rates, and Risk.

Contractor A Name

Quoted Total (₦)

Contractor B Name

Quoted Total (₦)

07 — Understand Why BOQ Prices Differ

Key commercial, logistical, and technical reasons prices vary in Nigerian construction.

Specification & Grade

0.55mm aluminium costs significantly more than 0.45mm. Vitrified tiles differ substantially from full-body porcelain. Always check exact specifications.

Location & Haulage

A price in Lagos near maritime ports reflects different logistics from Abuja or Kano. Local quarry haulage and bad road access add substantial costs.

Scope & Inclusions

Does the rate include offloading, site storage, cutting wastage (5–12%), and installation labour? Or are those billed under separate sections?

Quotation Validity Period

In volatile markets, suppliers hold quotes for 7 to 14 days. Contractors often include a price volatility buffer if payment terms are delayed.

CROWNATE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Need an Independent Quantity Surveyor?

If you are committing significant capital and require a registered Quantity Surveyor to independently audit drawings, measure schedules, verify rates, and prepare a tender report, request a Crownate Professional Review.

12 — Construction Cost Intelligence Resources

Frequently asked questions and guides on BOQ rate verification in Nigeria.

How do I know if my construction BOQ is overpriced in Nigeria? ▼

Comparing rates against current verified distributor prices is the most reliable method. High-volume items like cement, TMT reinforcement steel, granite, sand, and roofing sheets account for over 60% of superstructure cost. A discrepancy in these core materials has an outsized impact on total project cost.

Why do BOQ rates differ between Lagos and Abuja? ▼

Logistics and manufacturing origins create notable differences. Imported goods arrive via Lagos ports, meaning steel and imported finishes often carry lower initial logistics costs in Lagos. Conversely, crushed granite is often sourced locally from quarry belts in Mpape/Kubwa for Abuja and Sagamu/Abeokuta for Lagos, affecting haulage expenses.

What should be included in a construction BOQ rate? ▼

A fully built-up unit rate typically covers: base material cost, delivery/transport to site, offloading and handling, cutting and waste allowance, installation artisan labour, small plant/equipment tools, and the contractor's overhead and profit. Clarifying whether delivery and labour are included prevents double billing.