An architecture studio's fee proposal must convey technical rigour and professionalism from the very first page. Unlike other sectors, architects' fees are structured around the project work stages: feasibility studies, concept design, planning application, technical design and site supervision. Each stage has different deliverables and responsibilities that the client needs to understand.
It's common to quote fees as a percentage of the construction cost or as a fixed price per stage. Either way, it pays to detail what each stage includes: drawings, technical reports, dealings with the relevant authorities, coordination with engineers and on-site supervision. Permit fees, planning charges and other consultants' fees should be listed separately to avoid misunderstandings.
With DealForge you can create professional fee proposals with the phase structure the discipline requires, automatic calculation of totals, and sending with electronic signature. The client approves the commission digitally, speeding up the start of the project with no unnecessary bureaucracy.