RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION PROPOSAL
PREPARED FOR
Acme Co
PREPARED BY
Northwind Studio
DATE
August 18, 2026
RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION PROPOSAL
A proposal from Northwind Studio outlining the residential build, project timeline, and investment from pre-construction through certificate of occupancy.
PREPARED FOR
Acme Co
PREPARED BY
Northwind Studio
DATE
August 18, 2026
Northwind Studio
RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION PROPOSAL
This proposal outlines the residential construction project Northwind Studio will build for Acme Co. It covers pre-construction and permitting, foundation and framing, mechanical and finish work, and the final inspections that lead to certificate of occupancy.
DURATION
26 weeks
Break-ground to certificate of occupancy.
TRADES
12 subs
Coordinated and scheduled by our team.
WARRANTY
12 months
Workmanship warranty from CofO.
Northwind Studio
RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION PROPOSAL
The project runs across three phases. Each closes with an inspection or milestone sign-off before the next begins.
PHASE 1 · PRE-CONSTRUCTION AND PERMITS
Plan review, site survey, subcontractor bidding, budget lockdown, permit submittal, and utility coordination. We hand you a signed schedule and start dates before any ground is broken.
PHASE 2 · FOUNDATION, FRAMING, AND SHELL
Excavation and foundation, framing, roof, windows and doors, rough mechanical, electrical, and plumbing. Weekly site meetings and inspections at foundation, framing, and rough-in stages.
PHASE 3 · FINISHES AND CofO
Insulation, drywall, interior and exterior finishes, cabinetry, fixtures, flooring, punch list, and final inspection. We close out with the certificate of occupancy and walk you through the home.
Not included: land purchase, architect and engineer fees, upgrades or selections beyond the approved spec, hidden site conditions (handled by change order), and owner-supplied materials. New scope can be added in writing at any time.
Northwind Studio
RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION PROPOSAL
The project is billed as a fixed contract with progress draws at defined milestones. Line items below map to the phases in the scope of work.
| Item | Rate | Qty | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-construction and permitting | $15,000 | 1 | $15,000 |
| Construction phase (foundation to finishes) | $385,000 | 1 | $385,000 |
| Close-out and certificate of occupancy | $8,500 | 1 | $8,500 |
| Total | $408,500 | ||
| Milestone | Share | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Deposit on signature | 10% | Contract start |
| Progress draws at milestones | 85% | Foundation, framing, rough-in, finishes |
| Retention released at CofO | 5% | Final walkthrough |
| Duration | 24-32 weeks | Weather and permit dependent |
Draw invoices are due within 10 days. Break-ground is scheduled once permits are issued, subject to the target date you provide on the acceptance page.
Northwind Studio
RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION PROPOSAL
To proceed, complete the fields below and sign. This proposal is valid for 30 days from the date on the cover.
PROJECT ADDRESS
TARGET BREAK-GROUND DATE
CLIENT
Acme Co
BUILDER
Northwind Studio
The Residential Construction Proposal template is a five-page document for putting your engagement on paper before it starts. It carries an overview with stat cards, objectives, a three-phase scope of work, an investment table with a computed total, and an acceptance page with inputs and signatures.
It is intentionally simple: rename what needs renaming in Bonsai, list your actual deliverables, and set the price. Merge fields handle the client details and date, and the last page collects a PO number, start date, and both signatures.
Everything below comes pre-configured. Turn sections on or off, edit the copy, or add your own — Bonsai remembers your choices for next time.
Can I edit every section? Yes — every heading, paragraph, stat, table row, and signature block is fully editable in Bonsai.
Can I add more pages? Yes — add, reorder, or duplicate pages once the template is open.
Do merge fields auto-fill? Yes — Sender, Receiver, and Date pull from your client contact and the current date automatically.