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Committees often receive three quotations that can't be compared: different equipment, different scope, and important items missing from some. The cheapest quote is often the one that left the most out.
This guide is written for committees. It's how Qyvea lays out its own estate security proposals.
| Check | Why |
|---|---|
| Camera count and positions | A cheaper quote may simply cover less of the estate |
| Recording days | Storage sized for 7 days vs 30 days changes the price |
| Commissioning and testing | Is testing and a handover walk-through included? |
| Backup power | Is it included, and for which systems? |
| Cabling and civil works | Often the biggest hidden extra |
| Documentation | Without it, every future repair starts from scratch |
Before comparing quotations, it helps to have an independent view of what the estate needs. See the free estate security assessment.
Many committees ask for three. The key is that all three are for the same scope, so they can be compared.
Usually because of scope: camera count, storage, cabling, backup power and documentation vary widely between quotes.
Scope, equipment schedule, timeline, warranty, payment milestones, responsibilities and exclusions.
Also see: Maintenance contract guide · All estate security solutions
Scope, equipment schedule, timeline, warranty and exclusions, all in writing.