BOE Manual defines pay items (XXX-XX-XXX structure), units, and what each includes; historical cost data available for estimating.
Why: quantities are only meaningful attached to correct items; “included in cost of other items” answers half of quantity questions.
When:
- quantity takeoffs
- engineer’s estimates
- tab sheet reviews
Example questions:
- correct item for thermoplastic 24” stop bar?
- sign panel vs post items?
- what’s incidental to 711?
Spawn: a pay-item note for each of your 20 most-used items.
Related: FDOT Standard Specifications · Quantities and Pay Items How-To