Most commercial pavement quotes are written so they cannot be compared to each other. Standardizing a handful of fields turns a judgment call into arithmetic your board or ownership group can follow.
Normalize the measured area
Ask for the square metres each bidder measured, not just a total price. A ten percent difference in measurement explains a ten percent difference in price before anything else is examined.
Require product and rate by name
The manufacturer, product name, number of coats and litres per square metre should appear on the page. 'Commercial-grade sealer' is not a specification.
Separate crack sealing into linear metres
Crack work priced as a lump sum hides the scope. Priced per linear metre with a routing depth stated, it becomes verifiable on site.
Confirm the documentation package
Insurance certificate with limits, WCB clearance letter, business licence and TDG certification where hot materials are transported. Missing documents are a risk transfer to you.
The short version
If you want a neutral scope document you can tender to three contractors — including us — ask and we will write it. Winning on identical spec is the only win worth having.