AHCBUS515 — Prepare estimates, quotes and tenders

1 Carry out preliminary planning activities for estimating, quoting and tendering

• 1.1Identify nature and scope of the project in consultation with the client
• 1.2Confirm format, specifications and deadline for submission with the client
• 1.3Interpret available relevant documentation
• 1.4Inspect project site and reconcile with scaled drawings, project and other site plans

2 Determine resource requirements

• 2.1Interpret and record detailed project information and financial requirements from client specifications
• 2.2Identify and estimate size, type and quantity of required project resources
• 2.3Identify and evaluate sources for the procurement of suitable project resources
• 2.4Calculate the size, type and quantity of resource items
• 2.5Calculate and document unit and total cost for resource items
• 2.6Determine risks and document contingencies
• 2.7Record calculations on a price summary sheet

3 Prepare schedules for the estimate, quote or tender

• 3.1Document works schedule according to client specifications
• 3.2Document scheduling of resources consistent with the requirements of the works schedule
• 3.3Document scheduling of financial requirements

4 Prepare and document the estimate, quote or tender for submission to the client

• 4.1Calculate and check estimate, quote or tender price
• 4.2Compile costed summaries and works, resource and financial schedules
• 4.3Adhere to quality assurance requirements, enterprise customer service procedures, conventional formatting and industry standards in the development of documentation
• 4.4Complete and submit total estimate, quotation or tender by the specified date
• 4.5Provide further information and make adjustments according to client requirements

What does an assessment tool for AHCBUS515 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for AHCBUS515 needs to address all 31 unit components: 4 elements with 19 performance criteria, 6 performance evidence requirements, 5 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

How does Auditori generate an assessment tool for AHCBUS515?

Auditori pulls the current release of AHCBUS515 from training.gov.au and generates a complete package: candidate assessment, assessor guide with model answers and observation criteria, and a coverage matrix mapping every component. A suitably qualified person then reviews and approves the draft in a built-in workflow — consistent with ASQA's guidance on AI use in VET — before export as branded PDF and editable Word.

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