Many international buyers want a fixed price. In Italy, a generic lump-sum quote can look safe but often excludes critical items that appear later as extras.
What the Computo Metrico does
- Measures scope: quantities, materials, and specifications line by line.
- Aligns contractors: every bidder prices the same scope.
- Protects budget: changes are tracked and justified.
Why lump-sum quotes fail
They hide assumptions. When site conditions reveal structural issues, missing systems, or heritage constraints, the budget expands. Without a detailed bill of quantities, there is no reference point.
How we use it in Sicily
- Survey and design the scope with technical drawings.
- Produce a Computo with measured items and unit costs.
- Use it as the contract backbone to control variations.
The real benefit: leverage
A proper Computo gives you negotiation power. It moves the conversation from promises to measurable work.
If you want control, the Computo is not optional.