Public Access Documents (Available to All)

Using Downloads Within The Library Of trevorsadd.co.uk
(PDF, Version 2.05, June 2008, 3 pages) A guide to the use of downloadable materials from TSA’s website including; a statement of purpose, levels of accessibility, forms of classification etc.

Estimating Service Guide (Part 1)
(PDF, Version 3.08, July 2008, 19 pages) A guide to the five levels of pricing offered with examples of layouts and the rating methods.

Estimating Service Guide (Part 2)
(PDF, Version 1.00, July 2008, 11 pages) A guide to the different print options available together with a discussion of their uses and examples.

Frequently Asked Questions Answered
(PDF, Version 1.00, June 2008, 13 pages) 45 common questions answered, from "How do you price work?" to "Why should we consider Trevor Sadd Associates?".

Establishing Construction Costs And Sources of Supply
(PDF, Version 2.00, July 2008, 28 pages) A TSA service guide that sets out the format, detail and cost information that TSA require from Contractors to ensure the appropriate level of accuracy in completed documents. The documents also give guidance as to the definition of terms on which rates are supplied.

Tendering for Profitable Building Work
(PDF, Version 2.20, January 2005, 71 pages) A booklet written by TSA to formalize the context within which estimating data is provided so builders can confidently adjust and alter rates to suit their individual circumstances. The first section of the booklet explains how builders can get the best from our service. It also provides a number of checklists and general guidance on the use of our priced estimates in formulating tenders.

Improving Commercial Accuracy And Success Rates
Temporarily unavailable – document being upgraded for Camtasia) A presentation discussing the importance of accuracy and the existing techniques that estimators use. The presentation also looks at issues involved and affecting accuracy and how they can be improved. A full copy of the text is available to clients.