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Michigan
Names are changed to protect the innocent
I recently started in business doing computer network installs and support. My friend Bob told me his boss (Bill) is looking for a new nework. Bill asked me for more information about what I could offer. I sent Bill this:
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I regret that I find myself sending you a price so soon after having only briefly met you. I understand from Bob though, that you are very busy man and I respect this. After studying the drawing Bob sent, I’m convinced this job will take approximately 100 hours. I believe that Bob and I can work in this time frame with precision and quality in mind. Because I am friends with Rob and enjoy working with him, because I’m still building my business (one year now), and because I see this as an ideal network install with few complications; I offer my services for $4000.00 dollars flat fee. For this price, I am prepared to install, with Bobs assistance the complete Data structured cabling, Phone structured cabling, Video, Alarm, and Access Controls cabling.
This price is for my skills and services only; it does not include any parts or supplies. All the parts, pieces, and supplies for this network will need to be purchased directly by Eagle Manufacturing. Also, I have a complete set of tools for my work, but since Bob will be working along with me, Eagle Manufacturing may need to purchase some lesser tools so that Bob and I can work simultaneously.
I was flattered when Bob contacted me and I am looking forward to a great experience. I’m excited about doing work where I know it will be appreciated for its worth. You may be familiar with the experience of doing an enormous, or difficult job with high quality and delivering to a customer who has no idea, or is incapable of judging. Bob has explained that you are tech friendly and know enough to judge quality work. This particular job for me represents an opportunity to demonstrate my abilities.
When done, you will find that the wiring is neatly finished and connected. It will be in keeping with EIA/TIA standards, with performance and maintenance in mind. The cables will be labeled and dressed professionally in an organized manner. My work is neat and fastidious. My intention is that on delivery you will see that my work is of the highest standard, bar none.
Please compare my price to the market rate. You will find that I’ve quoted at a considerable discount. The reasons for this are because of my friendship with Bob, because this is new construction with few complications and most importantly, because I wish to win your admiration as I continue to build my list of enthusiastic clients.
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I have approached Bill a number of times about a written agreement and as yet have nothing. I'm supposed to meet with Bill on Friday to come to an agreement. Today we reached an impasse. I want to do this job but not according to Bill's interpretation.
I would like to believe I have no committment to Bill until we sit down and sign an agreement.
Can anyone tell me, have I created a binding agreement when I sent the above quote / proposal???
Can Bill insist that I do this work as stated in this document?
Thanks
Instauratio
Names are changed to protect the innocent
I recently started in business doing computer network installs and support. My friend Bob told me his boss (Bill) is looking for a new nework. Bill asked me for more information about what I could offer. I sent Bill this:
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I regret that I find myself sending you a price so soon after having only briefly met you. I understand from Bob though, that you are very busy man and I respect this. After studying the drawing Bob sent, I’m convinced this job will take approximately 100 hours. I believe that Bob and I can work in this time frame with precision and quality in mind. Because I am friends with Rob and enjoy working with him, because I’m still building my business (one year now), and because I see this as an ideal network install with few complications; I offer my services for $4000.00 dollars flat fee. For this price, I am prepared to install, with Bobs assistance the complete Data structured cabling, Phone structured cabling, Video, Alarm, and Access Controls cabling.
This price is for my skills and services only; it does not include any parts or supplies. All the parts, pieces, and supplies for this network will need to be purchased directly by Eagle Manufacturing. Also, I have a complete set of tools for my work, but since Bob will be working along with me, Eagle Manufacturing may need to purchase some lesser tools so that Bob and I can work simultaneously.
I was flattered when Bob contacted me and I am looking forward to a great experience. I’m excited about doing work where I know it will be appreciated for its worth. You may be familiar with the experience of doing an enormous, or difficult job with high quality and delivering to a customer who has no idea, or is incapable of judging. Bob has explained that you are tech friendly and know enough to judge quality work. This particular job for me represents an opportunity to demonstrate my abilities.
When done, you will find that the wiring is neatly finished and connected. It will be in keeping with EIA/TIA standards, with performance and maintenance in mind. The cables will be labeled and dressed professionally in an organized manner. My work is neat and fastidious. My intention is that on delivery you will see that my work is of the highest standard, bar none.
Please compare my price to the market rate. You will find that I’ve quoted at a considerable discount. The reasons for this are because of my friendship with Bob, because this is new construction with few complications and most importantly, because I wish to win your admiration as I continue to build my list of enthusiastic clients.
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I have approached Bill a number of times about a written agreement and as yet have nothing. I'm supposed to meet with Bill on Friday to come to an agreement. Today we reached an impasse. I want to do this job but not according to Bill's interpretation.
I would like to believe I have no committment to Bill until we sit down and sign an agreement.
Can anyone tell me, have I created a binding agreement when I sent the above quote / proposal???
Can Bill insist that I do this work as stated in this document?
Thanks
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