Freelance Project Quote Builder
Build a scoped project estimate with task effort, revisions, outside costs, contingency and payment milestones.
- 1List deliverables
- 2Read the answer as you type
- 3Download or print it
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Assumptions
Results update as you type. Example figures are illustrative.
Your working data
Edit cells directly or import a CSV. Download “Input CSV” for the required column names. Up to 200 rows; scroll the table sideways for additional fields.
Detailed analysis
Exports include all results, regardless of the search filter. The HTML report includes assumptions and source data; use your browser’s Print command for PDF.
Chart shows the first 20 rows; negative values use a warm color. Click table headers to sort.
Compare up to four scenarios
Capture the current inputs, change assumptions and capture again. Scenarios are included in downloaded projects.
What this model includes
Planning worksheet, not a contract or tax invoice. Target margin is applied to estimated cost; deposit and midpoint percentages must total no more than 100.
Import and save safely
CSV imports use your current assumptions. Project files restore assumptions, rows and saved scenarios. No automatic saving: download a project before closing this page. Imports are limited to 10 MiB and 200 rows. Calculations run in your browser; the site’s advertising and analytics follow its privacy policy.
Using Freelance Project Quote Builder
Build a scoped project estimate with task effort, revisions, outside costs, contingency and payment milestones.
- Set contingency, target margin, deposit and midpoint payment.
- List each deliverable with hours, revision hours, hourly cost and outside cost.
- Read the quote and payment stages beside your table, then download it.
Example
The worked example includes Discovery, Design, Handoff. Change the first cost contingency (%) setting and compare the result with a saved baseline.
Questions & answers
What does Freelance Project Quote Builder calculate?
Build a scoped project estimate with task effort, revisions, outside costs, contingency and payment milestones.
What are the important limitations?
Planning worksheet, not a contract or tax invoice. Target margin is applied to estimated cost; deposit and midpoint percentages must total no more than 100.
Can I continue my work later?
Yes. Save a project JSON file and reopen it with Import CSV / project. It contains the working data, assumptions and up to four scenarios. Nothing is saved automatically.
What CSV columns do I need?
task, hours, revision, rate, external. Download Input CSV for a compatible example. CSV imports keep your current assumptions.
Are these example figures current industry benchmarks?
No. They are illustrative values to demonstrate the model. Replace them with figures appropriate to your situation.
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