When bidding on a landscaping job, it’s important to first assess the project and state of the property. This includes taking measures such as inspecting the landscape for any existing damage and identifying needed repairs, necessary replacement materials, or new plantings.
Next, identify your materials and labor costs. Materials can include mulch, rocks, soils, plants, shrubs, and trees. Labor comes from painters, laborers, leaf removal companies, back-hauling crews, gardeners/landscapers, landscape designers/ installers etc. Once you have an estimated cost for each category of material and labor, add them together to get a rough estimate of how much you need to bid on the project.
Once you have an estimated cost, it’s time to formulate your bid. Include all relevant costs including material (not including supplies), labor (including estimable start times), transportation expenses (if necessary), and taxes/permits if required by state