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FREE QUOTE TEMPLATE A quote template
clients can say yes to.

A free, editable quotation template for services, with a filled-in example and a pre-send checklist. No email required.

Word, Excel, Google Docs and PDF. No email required.

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QUOTETemplate preview · Example
01

Scope

New manager training programme for Brightwater Housing.

02

Price breakdown

Needs review: Fixed fee at $950.00.

03

Not included

Sessions for more than 12 people. Accredited certification

04

Accept

Valid for 30 days. Sign or reply to accept; $2,769.00 deposit to book.

What is a quote?

A quote (or quotation) is a fixed price for defined work, offered before the client commits. Once accepted, it usually becomes binding at that price, so it should be specific about what’s included, what isn’t and how long the price holds.

DocumentPriceWhen to use it
QuoteFixed for the defined scopeWork you can define precisely
EstimateAn approximate figure that may changeWork with unknowns
ProposalPrice plus approach and rationaleLarger or competitive work

The template

Quote details

  • Quote number: [Q-0001]
  • Date: [Date]
  • Valid until: [Date — e.g. 30 days]
  • Prepared for: [Client name and company]
  • Prepared by: [Your name and business]
  • Project: [Project name]

Scope summary

[One or two sentences on the outcome and what you’ll deliver.]

Price breakdown

ItemDescriptionQty / timeRateAmount
Needs review[Interviews with six managers and HR][Qty][Rate][Amount]
Programme design[Four workshop outlines and materials][Qty][Rate][Amount]
Workshop delivery[Half-day sessions, up to 12 people each][Qty][Rate][Amount]
Coaching sessions[One-hour follow-ups per manager][Qty][Rate][Amount]
Venue and printing[Room hire and workbooks, at cost][Qty][Rate][Amount]
  • Subtotal: [Amount]
  • Tax: [If applicable]
  • Total: [Amount and currency]

Included

  • [Needs review summary]
  • [Four half-day workshops with workbooks]
  • [Twelve one-to-one coaching sessions]
  • [End-of-programme report with attendance and feedback]

Not included

  • [Sessions for more than 12 people]
  • [Accredited certification]
  • [Workshops rescheduled with under five working days’ notice]

Assumptions

  • [A named contact who can confirm dates and attendees]
  • [Attendee names two weeks before each session]
  • [A suitable room, or approval to hire one]

Timeline

  1. Needs review — [dates]
  2. Design — [dates]
  3. Delivery — [dates]
  4. Follow-up and report — [dates]

Terms

  • Deposit: [e.g. 30% on acceptance]
  • Payment schedule: [e.g. balance on delivery, 14 days]
  • Changes: [Work outside this scope is quoted separately before it starts]

Acceptance

By signing, you accept this quote and its terms.

  • Name: [Name]
  • Signature: [Signature]
  • Date: [Date]

How to fill it in

  1. Number and date the quote, add a validity date and the client’s details.
  2. Summarise the outcome and deliverables in one or two sentences.
  3. Break the price into items with quantities and rates, such as “Needs review”.
  4. List what’s not included and the assumptions the price depends on.
  5. Add the timeline, deposit and payment schedule.
  6. Add an acceptance section, then send it and follow up before it expires.

Use it in Word, Excel, Google Docs or PDF

Microsoft Word

  1. Download the Word (.docx) file and open it. If Word opens it in Protected View, select Enable Editing.
  2. Use Find (Ctrl+F or Cmd+F) and search for “[” to jump between the placeholders you need to replace.
  3. Save a clean copy as a Word template (File → Save As → Word Template) so every new document starts from it.

Google Docs

  1. Upload the .docx file to Google Drive.
  2. Right-click it and choose Open with → Google Docs, then File → Save as Google Docs to keep an editable copy.
  3. Use File → Make a copy for each new client so your master stays clean.

Excel and Google Sheets

  1. Download the Excel (.xlsx) file. It has a blank sheet and a worked example.
  2. Enter quantities, hours and rates: amounts, totals and tax calculate with built-in formulas.
  3. To use Google Sheets, upload the file to Drive and choose Open with → Google Sheets; the formulas carry over.

PDF

Use Print or save as PDF in the template section above to print just the template, or fill it in Word or Google Docs first and export it (File → Save As → PDF in Word, File → Download → PDF document in Google Docs).

Example: Tessellate Training quote for Brightwater Housing

A filled-in example for a new manager training programme. Both companies are fictional.

Price breakdown

ItemDescriptionQty / timeRateAmount
Needs reviewInterviews with six managers and HRFixed fee$950.00$950.00
Programme designFour workshop outlines and materialsFixed fee$1,800.00$1,800.00
Workshop deliveryHalf-day sessions, up to 12 people each4 items$1,100.00$4,400.00
Coaching sessionsOne-hour follow-ups per manager12 hours$120.00$1,440.00
Venue and printingRoom hire and workbooks, at cost1 item$640.00$640.00

Total and terms

  • Total: $9,230.00 plus any applicable tax
  • Valid until: 30 days from the date above
  • Deposit: $2,769.00 (30%) on acceptance
  • Balance: On delivery, due in 14 days

Not included

  • Sessions for more than 12 people
  • Accredited certification
  • Workshops rescheduled with under five working days’ notice

Quote mistakes to avoid

  • One lump sum. A breakdown shows the value and makes it easier to adjust scope instead of cutting your rate.
  • No exclusions. Anything you don’t exclude, the client may reasonably assume is included.
  • No expiry. Without a validity date, a price from six months ago can come back to bite you.
  • No next step. Tell the client exactly how to accept and what happens after they do.

MAKE IT WORK FOR YOU

Useful structure.
Your way of working.

01

Show what drives the price.

A breakdown by item lets the client see value and trade scope rather than question your rate. Service businesses usually price a defined piece of work as a fixed fee, repeated sessions per unit, and open-ended help by the hour. Costs passed on, such as room hire, are listed separately at cost.

02

Exclude out loud.

Write down what isn’t included, such as sessions for more than 12 people. It prevents most disputes later.

03

Make yes easy.

Give a validity date, the deposit and one clear way to accept. A quote with no next step tends to sit in an inbox.

GOOD QUESTIONS

Before you download.

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What should a quote for services include?

What you will deliver, how many units or sessions, the price of each, any costs passed on, the total, how long the quote stays valid and how to accept it. State what is not included so a later request is clearly extra work.

Is a quote legally binding?

Once a client accepts a quote, it can form part of a binding contract at that price, depending on where you are and what the quote says. Be precise about scope, exclusions and validity.

How long should a quote be valid for?

Thirty days is common. A validity date protects you if costs or your availability change, and gives the client a gentle deadline to decide.

Should I ask for a deposit when a quote is accepted?

For larger jobs, yes. A deposit of 25–50% on acceptance confirms commitment and covers early costs. Put the deposit and payment schedule on the quote so there are no surprises.

Can I edit this template in Word or Google Docs?

Yes. Download the Word (.docx) file and open it in Microsoft Word, or upload it to Google Drive and choose Open with → Google Docs. There’s also a Markdown version for any text editor. No account or email address is needed.

How do I save it as a PDF?

Fill it in, then export it: File → Save As → PDF in Word, or File → Download → PDF document in Google Docs. On this page you can also print just the template or save it as a PDF from your browser’s print dialog.

Does the Excel version calculate totals?

Yes. Enter quantities, hours and rates and the amounts, subtotal, tax and total calculate automatically. It also works in Google Sheets: upload it to Drive and open it with Google Sheets.

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