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Content reviewed: 2026-10-14

# Quotation basis and exclusions

Set out what a quotation includes, excludes and assumes, with the evidence needed to resolve pricing risks.

by [Jack Butler-Kettle](<https://www.quantsurv.com/about#jack-butler-kettle>) · About 2 min readShare

## How to use it

Issue this with the price and scope schedule. Make each qualification explicit and record whether it is accepted in the final agreement.

### Quotation basis and exclusions

Issue this with the price and scope schedule. Make each qualification explicit and record whether it is accepted in the final agreement.

[Download blank Word template](<https://www.quantsurv.com/downloads/library/quotation-basis-and-exclusions.docx>)

Free blank template for your own project. The completed example is shown below. No email address required.

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Completed fictional example

Westhaven refurbishment · 14 October 2026 · Version 1.0

#### Quotation basis and exclusions

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Quotation basis and exclusions: completed fictional example
| Subject | Quotation position | Source / allowance | Agreement / next action |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Scope | Install partitions shown on P-104 C only | Tender scope C; £80,000 package | Clarify later drawing revisions |
| Exclusion | Structural strengthening and asbestos removal excluded | No survey or design issued | Client to procure separately or obtain price |
| Access | Continuous weekday access assumed | Programme P-02; 08:00–17:00 | Confirm work-area release dates |
| Price validity | Offer open until 30 Oct 2026 | Supplier quote Q-14 expires 30 Oct | Reconfirm materials before order |
| Risk allowance | £2,000 for defined restricted-access working | Estimate risk R-02 | Allowance is priced; no entitlement to spend twice |

The completed example uses fictional people, events and records. Replace it with your own verified information and preserve supporting evidence.

## Understanding your results

The completed example uses fictional people, events and records. Replace it with your own verified information and preserve supporting evidence.

## How it works

The Word file provides an unpopulated working structure to complete for your project. The completed fictional example stays on this page.

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