Proposal Execution in Electrical Engineering
A Practical Framework for Competitive & Profitable Bidding ⚡
In EPC and industrial projects, proposal execution is far more than submitting a price.
It is a technical-commercial strategy exercise that determines whether a project will be profitable — or problematic.
A well-structured electrical proposal ensures:
✅ Accurate Bill of Materials (BOM)
✅ Realistic engineering manhour estimation
✅ Clear scope definition
✅ Full technical compliance
✅ Risk identification and mitigation
✅ Margin protection
🎯 Objective of Proposal Execution
During the bidding stage, the electrical team must focus on:
• Preparing a reliable BOM
• Estimating engineering & drafting manhours
• Evaluating procurement & logistics cost
• Defining precise scope boundaries
• Ensuring compliance with ITB requirements
• Identifying technical & commercial risks
A strong proposal is built on clarity, completeness, and controlled assumptions.
📑 ITB (Invitation to Bid) Review – The Foundation Step
A detailed ITB review is the most critical activity in proposal engineering.
1️⃣ Document Verification
Ensure availability and completeness of:
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Electrical Design Basis
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Single Line Diagram (SLD)
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Load List
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Technical Specifications
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Scope of Supply
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Plot Plan
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Equipment Datasheets
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Hazardous Area Classification
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Soil Resistivity Report
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Approved Vendor List (AVL)
📌 Missing inputs directly lead to inaccurate costing and risk exposure.
2️⃣ Scope Definition & Battery Limits
✔ Clearly define scope boundaries
✔ Identify client / PMC / contractor / vendor responsibilities
✔ Establish battery limits and interface points
✔ Highlight exclusions explicitly
Unclear scope today becomes a variation claim tomorrow.
3️⃣ Discrepancy & Conflict Check
Cross-verify consistency between:
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Specifications
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Drawings
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Datasheets
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Codes & Standards
✔ Confirm document precedence hierarchy
✔ Verify latest standard revisions
✔ Record deviations clearly
Early detection prevents commercial disputes during execution.
4️⃣ Identification of High-Cost Impact Items
Certain design philosophies significantly influence:
💰 CAPEX
👷 Engineering manhours
🛒 Procurement budget
🏗 Construction effort
Examples include:
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N+1 / N+N redundancy
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Explosion-proof (Ex) equipment
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High IP ratings
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Special corrosion-resistant materials
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Custom-built panels
Early identification protects margins and avoids underestimation.
💡 Additional Strategic Considerations
🔄 Value Engineering
Propose technically equivalent alternatives where feasible:
✔ Compare lifecycle cost
✔ Highlight energy efficiency benefits
✔ Suggest optimized routing or sizing
Value engineering improves competitiveness without compromising quality.
🏭 Brownfield Projects & Tie-Ins
For existing facilities:
✔ Identify tie-in locations
✔ Evaluate available load capacity
✔ Assess shutdown requirements
✔ Consider operational constraints
Brownfield risks must be priced carefully.
❓ Pre-Bid Clarifications
Raise structured pre-bid queries for:
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Scope ambiguities
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Specification conflicts
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Commercial conditions
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Design assumptions
Assumption-based bidding increases risk exposure.
🔮 Future Expansion Consideration
Provision for:
✔ Spare feeders and breakers
✔ Transformer & UPS spare capacity
✔ Space for future panels
✔ Cable tray spare capacity
Designing for expansion improves long-term plant value.
🌍 Environmental & Special Requirements
Account for:
✔ Coastal / marine corrosion protection
✔ Tropicalization
✔ High ambient temperature
✔ Seismic requirements
✔ Software licensing
✔ Higher IP / Ex ratings
Environmental conditions significantly influence cost and equipment selection.
🎓 Training & Documentation Scope
Include in proposal:
✔ Vendor training sessions
✔ Site training programs
✔ O&M training modules
✔ Number of trainees & duration
✔ Documentation & manuals
Training scope must be clearly quantified to avoid hidden costs.
🏆 Conclusion
A successful electrical proposal is a balance of:
🔹 Technical depth
🔹 Commercial awareness
🔹 Risk identification
🔹 Clear documentation
🔹 Strategic value engineering
Winning a project is important —
but winning it profitably and sustainably is what defines strong proposal engineering.
💬 What challenges do you commonly face during proposal preparation — unclear scope, late vendor inputs, or aggressive timelines?
Let’s exchange insights.
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