FAQs Schedule of Values SOV

Q. Are there different types of SOVs? 

A. There are 3 types of SOVs that can be selected.
1. Lump Sum
2. Unit Pricing
3. Construction Management Estimate.

To read about the 3 types in details visit this blog post. 

Q. How can I organise or sort my SOV? 

A. The SOV has a built in Click - Hold - Drag - Release feature.  This feature allow you to organise and re-order your SOV by clicking then holding a Line Item or Category and then dragging it to the new location and then releasing the line item or category.

Steps Re-Order SOV

1. Unlock the SOV
2. Click and Hold to select the Line Item or Category
3. Drag the Item or Category to the location desired and then release to drop it. 
4. Lock the SOV

Q: Can the Schedule of Values be locked?

A:  The Prime consultant or the Contractor can create and input the line items into the Schedule of Values (SOV).  To lock the SOV,  click on the word "lock" or "unlock" and it will change to a grey, and the lock symbol on the far left will show locked or unlocked.  The Prime Consultant is the only role that can Lock or Unlock the SOV to prevent any changes being made to the SOV. Please also refer to this short video.

Q: Is there a limit to the number of line items in a Schedule of Values (SOV)?

A: There is no limit to the number of line items that can be added.  Depending on the type and speed of the internet connections a user may experience a bit of lag when adding line items. new line to appear. 

Q: I am having problems inputting line items into my Schedule of Values (SOV). They aren't saving or being uploaded, what could be causing my problems.

A: The most common issue that RForm users experience with inputting information into their SOVs is regarding their selection of SOV Type.  It's important that when you unlock your SOV you double check the Type of SOV you have selected.  Make sure it matches your desired SOV type for input.  3 Types of SOVs can be selected and it's often a source of problems with inputting, Lump Sum, Unit Pricing, and Construction Management Estimate.

3 Types of SOVs - Click Change Type to view or modify.