What percentage is typically allocated for MEP provisional sums?
Cost estimationUpdated 2026-04-27
Typically, a provisional sum of 5% 10% of the total MEP cost is set aside to cover unforeseen expenses such as design changes, material price fluctuations, and acceleration costs.…
What percentage is typically allocated for MEP provisional sums?
Typically, a provisional sum of 5%-10% of the total MEP cost is set aside to cover unforeseen expenses such as design changes, material price fluctuations, and acceleration costs. For high-end hotels with complex systems, a minimum of 10% is recommended.
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