SMM7 — Standard Method of Measurement (Commonwealth practice)
Bills of Quantities for Zambia, done in minutes
Enormous Buildings turns your dimensioned floor plans into a complete, priced Bill of Quantities (BoQ) for Zambia — using the SMM7 — Standard Method of Measurement (Commonwealth practice) standard that local quantity surveyors, contractors and lenders expect, priced in ZMW (ZK), with every rate source-cited.
What your Zambia BoQ includes
- Preliminaries
- Substructure & foundations
- Superstructure & walling
- Roofing
- Internal finishes
- Services (plumbing & electrical)
- External works
| Description | Unit | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation trench excavation | m³ | 22.0 |
| Mass concrete strip foundation, C20 | m | 46.0 |
| 230mm masonry walls, common bond | m² | 168.0 |
| Reinforced concrete lintels over openings | m | 24.0 |
| Roof trusses & covering | m² | 142.0 |
| Internal plaster & finishes | m² | 380.0 |
Rates and totals are priced in ZMW when you generate your own BoQ.
How it works in Zambia
Zambia — frequently asked
What BoQ format is used in Zambia?+
Zambia uses the SMM7 — Standard Method of Measurement (Commonwealth practice) standard. Your bill is generated in that exact format, priced in ZMW.
What currency is my BoQ priced in?+
Every rate and total is priced in ZMW (ZK), the currency used in Zambia. You can also choose any other currency at generation.
How much does it cost?+
Generating and previewing is free. Unlocking the full Bill of Quantities (BoQ) costs 1% of the estimated building cost, paid in your own currency.
How long does it take?+
A typical analysis for a Zambia project completes in a few minutes — versus the days or weeks a manual takeoff takes.
Can a quantity surveyor or contractor rely on it?+
The bill is grouped by trade and every unit rate carries a source, so a Zambia QS or contractor can check each figure. Treat it as a fast, auditable first-pass.