Free Network Engineer Quote Template
Network engineers quote because a small office network refresh costs very differently from a multi-site SD-WAN deployment. A quote sets the scope of the assessment, the hardware being configured, and what documentation the client receives at the end.
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What should a network engineer put on a quote?
A network engineering quote sets out the planned work and the fee before it starts, such as a network assessment, configuration, and hardware procurement support. List each deliverable and whether the fee is fixed or a day rate, and note that hardware is separate. The fee is an estimate until accepted.
Typical line items
- Network assessment and report
- Network configuration and implementation
- Hardware specification and procurement support
- Security and firewall setup
- Wireless and cabling design
- Documentation and handover
- Day rate for on-site work
- Hardware (passed through, separate)
How the work is charged
Network engineers usually quote a fixed fee for a defined assessment or implementation, and a day rate for on-site or open-ended work. Hardware is passed through and itemised.
Payment terms and deposits
A quote commonly proposes a deposit before work begins, with stage payments tied to deliverables. The fee holds for a stated period and remains an estimate until accepted, so note what a wider scope would alter.
Tax and compliance
If you are registered for sales tax or VAT, show it as a separate line with your registration number. Hardware tax treatment can differ, so confirm what applies to you.
Frequently asked questions
How much does network engineering work cost?
A small office network setup (router, switches, wireless, firewall) costs €1,500 to €4,000 for labour. A full network audit for a medium-sized office costs €800 to €2,500. Enterprise SD-WAN deployments across multiple sites start at €15,000. Hardware is separate from the labour quote.
Should hardware costs be in a network engineering quote?
Hardware and labour should be separate line items. Label hardware clearly as 'supplied at cost' or with a procurement markup (typically 10% to 20%). Some clients prefer to source hardware themselves; others want the engineer to handle it. Clarify this before quoting to avoid responsibility disputes if hardware fails.
What documentation should network engineers include as a deliverable?
A network diagram, IP address scheme, VLAN table, firewall rule set, and admin credentials handover document. Without these, the client is dependent on you for every future change. Good documentation increases the project value and reduces your ongoing support liability.
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Read the complete quoting guide to see how to price a job and turn an accepted quote into an invoice.
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