Estimating Services for Government Contracts

1st Vanguard offers estimating and plan take-off services for State and Federal project bids.

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Experienced Plan Review & Estimating Take-Offs

With over 30 years of experience in federal and state procurement, our team at 1st Vanguard has developed a streamlined estimating process that helps contractors win bids with confidence.

Accurate. Compliant. Bid-Ready.

1st Vanguard specializes in reviewing publicly funded project plans and specifications to identify the full range of materials required for a compliant submission. Our expert team carefully analyzes all product requirements, then assembles a comprehensive, bid-ready materials list and detailed proposal to help you win.

Plan Review and Product Identification

Our estimating team knows what to look for. With decades of experience reviewing technical specs and project plans, we understand how to match each project requirement with the right product—whether it’s tools, safety supplies, equipment, signage, or job-specific specialty items.

We don’t just quote products—we quote the right products. Our submitted packages are typically approved by project engineers as exceeding the specifications outlined in the bid documents.

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CalTrans Project Bids

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State & County Public Works Projects

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Federal Contracts

Take The Guesswork Out Of Your Next Bid. Contact Us About Estimating Services.

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Estimating That Wins Jobs

Ready to submit with confidence? Partner with 1st Vanguard for precise plan review, accurate product identification, and fully compliant, bid-ready packages that set you apart.

Get started today and win more projects with certainty.