BOQ (Bill of Quantities)
Create structured, item-wise Bills of Quantities.
The BOQ lists every item in a project, along with its quantity, unit and rate. It's the central document construction estimation is built around.
Items are added from your company's Master Data library, and their rates connect directly to Rate Analysis — so updating a rate updates the BOQ that uses it.
Why build your BOQ in CATBOQ?
Keep every item, quantity and rate structured, connected and audit-ready from the first draft to the final export.
Structured, item-wise list
Every item has a description, quantity, unit and rate, kept consistent across your projects.
Connected to Rate Analysis
Rates come from your Rate Analysis workflow instead of being typed in twice.
Built from Master Data
Add items from your reusable Items of Work library instead of starting from a blank sheet each time.
Feeds Budget & Reports
An approved BOQ is what your project Budget and BOQ reports are generated from.
Version controlled
Create a new revision anytime — every past version stays intact for reference.
Approval built in
Move a BOQ from Draft to Approved with a clear, auditable status.
The foundation of your BOQ workflow
1. Select Items
Add items from your Items of Work library, organized by section.
2. Enter Quantities
Record the quantity and unit for every item of work.
3. Apply Rates
Rates flow in from Rate Analysis, or override them per item.
4. Review & Approve
Move the BOQ from Draft to Approved once it's ready.
5. Export BOQ
Generate a client-ready BOQ report in PDF or Excel.
Who can use BOQ?
Estimators
Build and maintain the item-wise BOQ for every project.
Quantity Surveyors
Verify quantities and keep the BOQ accurate and audit-ready.
Project Managers
Track scope and value changes as the BOQ evolves.
Contractors
Work from one shared BOQ instead of scattered spreadsheets.
Frequently asked questions
Every item of work with its description, unit, quantity and rate — organized into sections like Foundation, Structure and Finishes.
Ready to build accurate BOQs faster?
Start your free trial today and see how CATBOQ keeps every Bill of Quantities structured, rate-linked and audit-ready.