During a proposal or bidding process, a statement of work can help contractors, vendors, and company partners better understand the requested work and project requirements.
These details will assist vendors in submitting quotes that are realistic and competitive so that your team can get an accurate assessment of labor and material costs.
Keep in mind that the specificity in your SOW will impact the quotes you receive. If you’re using a SOW with broadly defined goals and minimal essential tasks, contractors are likely to fill in the blanks with their own means and methods when responding with a solution.