Construction glossary
BOQ
Bill of Quantities
Written by the PleoStack Editorial Team.
Reviewed by Manju Madiwal · Head of Product
Last reviewed 14 July 2026.
Definition
An itemized document describing and quantifying construction work for pricing, tender comparison, valuation, and commercial control.
What it means on a project
The practical reading, without treating one region's contract language as universal.
A BOQ typically organizes measured work into descriptions, units, quantities, rates, and amounts.
Its contractual role and measurement rules vary by procurement route and jurisdiction.
Terminology, contractual effect, and regulatory requirements vary by jurisdiction and contract. Confirm the definition used on your project before relying on this glossary entry.