When a BOQ preparation fee is quoted as a percentage, converting it into an actual rupee figure against your project cost makes the number concrete. Here’s a worked table across common project values, using India-typical percentage ranges.
Percentage-to-Rupee Worked Examples
| Project Cost | At 0.5% | At 1% |
|---|---|---|
| ₹30 Lakh | ₹15,000 | ₹30,000 |
| ₹1 Crore | ₹50,000 | ₹1,00,000 |
| ₹5 Crore | ₹2,50,000 | ₹5,00,000 |
| ₹20 Crore | ₹10,00,000 | ₹20,00,000 |
At the ₹20 crore end, even 0.5% is a substantial ₹10 lakh — which is exactly why percentages tend to shrink as project value grows; a flat 1% on a very large project would be disproportionate to the actual preparation effort involved.
The Formula in Practice
BOQ Preparation Fee = Percentage Rate × Total Project Cost
The percentage rate itself typically depends on: project complexity, number of trades covered, drawing completeness at the time of quoting, and whether revisions are included. Always confirm which cost base the percentage applies to — total project cost, civil cost only, or contract value can all differ.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What percentage of project cost is a fair BOQ preparation fee?
Typically 0.3% to 1%, with larger projects generally settling toward the lower end of that range.
Does the percentage apply to total project cost or just the civil scope?
This varies by quote — always clarify whether the percentage is calculated against total project cost, civil cost only, or the final contract value.
Is a flat template cheaper than a percentage-based fee on a large project?
Almost always — a flat ₹99-₹249 template is dramatically cheaper than any percentage-based fee once project cost exceeds a few lakh rupees.
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