No Guesswork. No Gimmicks: What Makes TruPriceData™ Different

If you’re a construction estimator, especially in the world of JOC, SABER, or IDIQ programs, chances are you’ve been here before:

You’re racing against a deadline, trying to build a defensible task order. You open your trusted cost book only to realize…it hasn’t been updated in over a year. The concrete line items listed are vague, with no clue how much is labor, what crew was assumed, or what equipment might have been included. Even worse, you can't explain it to your owner. It’s frustrating for all parties.

Estimators today face a landscape that’s moving faster than ever, with material prices spiking unexpectedly, labor rates varying by zip code, and project owners expecting precision down to the decimal. But the tools we’ve been handed are outdated and often built by folks who have never submitted a line item for audit.

A benefit of TruPriceData™ is that it replaces guesswork with clarity, and its transparency is built for the owners and contractors, to add value with detailed cost items.

Built by Estimating Experts, for Estimators

eConverge™ wasn’t dreamed up in a boardroom. It was born in the field.

The creators are veterans of Job Order Contracting. People who have written estimates under pressure, responded to owner reviews, and sat across the table during task order negotiations. They weren’t interested in building “just another database.” They were determined to build a better one. One that works the way estimators actually work.

TruPriceData™ is structured around how task orders are built in real life: by relevant cost items, with clearly defined details.

You won’t find total only pricing here. You’ll see exactly how a number was built for crew structure, productivity assumptions, material specs, and equipment options, all laid out in a format that’s easy to navigate.

The team behind it has been in the cost data game since 1987, so they know what’s at stake. When your estimate is being audited, when your project is being reviewed, when you're up against a ticking clock, you need data you can trust.

A Trusted Partnership: BNi Building News® + eConverge™

Let’s talk credibility. TruPriceData™ is powered by one of the most respected names in construction publishing: BNi Building News®.

BNi has been the go-to source for contractors, engineers, and government agencies since 1946. Their cost guides and building code books have been staples in offices and job trailers for decades. Now, through an exclusive partnership with eConverge™, that same trusted data is being elevated and adapted to meet the unique demands of JOC programs.

It’s the best of both worlds: the stability and recognition of BNi® + the estimating-first innovation of TruPriceData™.

See the Full Picture: Labor, Material, Equipment, Daily Output, Crew & Productivity

Let’s break down what you actually get in TruPriceData™:

• Labor: Includes hours, classifications, and productivity factors.

• Material: Quantities, units, and up-to-date pricing from both national and local suppliers.

• Equipment: Not just a list of machines, but smart recommendations for rental selection based on the task, not a one-size-fits-all placeholder.

• Crew Composition: Know exactly who’s assumed to be on-site, and how long they’re working.

Every number in TruPriceData™ comes with full context: clear, line-by-line breakdowns that show exactly what’s included and why it costs what it does. This is defensible data, whether you’re answering questions from an owner, managing internal reviews, or preparing change orders in the field.

Real-Time Relevance: Updated Every Quarter

Most costbooks update annually. Some even less. That’s a problem when copper spikes or labor rates shift mid-contract.

TruPriceData™ is updated every 90 days, as needed, pulling from BNi® Metro area multipliers, national manufacturers, local distributors, and real-time feedback from contractors and owners alike.

This means:

• More accurate forecasts

• Better contractor relationships

• Reduced risk of disputes or rework

• Competitive, current pricing that holds up under scrutiny

Built for Compliance: Davis-Bacon & Prevailing Wage Support

If you’re estimating for public sector or federally funded projects, you know compliance isn’t optional. It’s mandatory.

TruPriceData™ includes comprehensive Davis-Bacon wage rates for over 600 U.S. cities, including both base pay and required fringe benefits. This built-in compliance support helps keep your estimates accurate, transparent, and audit-ready from the start. The use of Department of Labor-backed numbers ensures transparency and trust from the onset.

Data You Can Stand Behind

Every number in our TruPriceData™ is traceable. You know where it came from. You know what assumptions were made. And when someone challenges it, you can show your math.

This level of transparency:

• Speeds up internal reviews

• Strengthens relationships with contracting and procurement personnel

• Reduces back-and-forth with stakeholders

• Builds confidence across the board

Use It How You Work, Without Surprise Costs

TruPriceData™ is exclusive to eConverge™ and directly accessed inside the platform. There are no surprise paywalls, no “upgrade to unlock this feature” messages, and no licensing games that limit who on your team can use what.

It’s estimating on your terms.

No Guesswork, No Gimmicks. Just the Truth

You don’t need another “pretty” costbook with vague totals and outdated rates.You need a tool that respects your time, your craft, and the real-world pressures you face every day.

TruPriceData™ gives you everything you need to create transparent, auditable, up-to-date estimates that you can stand behind. No guesswork. No gimmicks. Just data that works.

Ready to see it in action?
Explore TruPriceData™ with a free trial or schedule a demo today at www.eConverge.com.