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Estimate and quote for carrier telecommunications equipment installations

Estimate and quote for carrier telecommunications equipment installations

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTTEN429
State Code
AWD22
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
14/01/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/07/2016
Field of Education
080501 - Sales
Original Release Date
05/07/2016
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare detailed estimates and quotes, including updating schematic drawings and specifications for carrier telecommunications equipment installations.It applies to technical staff who provide estimates and quotes to clients for indoor and outdoor installation within a carrier network for commercial or industrial communications installations.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Confirm and update schematic drawings and specifications
  • 1.1 Review existing specifications and drawings for completeness
  • 1.2 Prepare additional drawings and specifications for installation if required
  • 1.3 Compare drawings with design brief to confirm requirements
  • 1.4 Confirm all cable and locations with carrier
2. Price labour, materials and other relevant items and establish availability
  • 2.1 Obtain quotations and delivery dates from suppliers
  • 2.2 Use schedule of rates for scheduled items
  • 2.3 Obtain quotes and supply dates for all non-scheduled items or activities
  • 2.4 Estimate labour costs based on company practices
  • 2.5 Check pricing documentation to ensure supply proposal matches carrier specification for material, quality and performance
3. Estimate labour, materials and other relevant item requirements
  • 3.1 Prepare estimations allowing for contingencies during installation and relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards
  • 3.2 Ensure estimates will return a profit on installation where appropriate
4. Prepare and confirm quote with carrier
  • 4.1 Prepare a project installation quote that meets carrier requirements
  • 4.2 Negotiate changes and variations to meet carrier and company needs
5. Establish carrier’s financial arrangements
  • 5.1 Obtain carrier's approval for project design drawings and estimate
  • 5.2 Issue design drawings and specifications for authority to construct
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI921 ICTTEN4244A Estimate and quote for carrier telecommunications equipment installations Unit of competency