Cost Database Interface

• Database access configured
• Cost categories identified
• Location factors known
• Time period specified

Best Practices

• Use current data
• Apply appropriate factors
• Verify for local conditions
• Document cost sources

Process Integration

This skill integrates with:

• Construction Cost Estimation

Configuration

cost-database-interface:
  databases:
    - rs-means
    - dodge
    - eni
  data-types:
    - unit-costs
    - productivity
    - equipment
    - materials
  adjustments:
    - location
    - time
    - size

Output Artifacts

• Cost data extracts
• Location factors
• Productivity data
• Cost indices