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How to Add an Item to a Proposal in Bolster

This article provides a step-by-step guide on adding a new item to a proposal in Bolster, specifically for items not currently in your catalog.

Step-by-Step:

1. Add Item:

  • Click on the Add Item button to add a new row for the item.

2. Add Item Details:

  • Click the item icon to open a modal to enter item details.
  • Such as  Attributes/traits, Optional: add image, Unit price.


3. Cost Type:

  • Material cost?

  • Labor cost?

  • Subcontracted? or combination?

  • For this example, select Material Costs only.

4. Modify Unit and Price:

  • Click on the unit icon highlighted below

  • Make a selection from the side menu

  • Enter unit price.

5. Add to Catalog (Optional):

  • You can add this new item to your catalogue for future use?

6. Done and Exit:

  • Once all details are entered and reviewed, exit to complete.

By following these steps, you can efficiently add a new item to your proposal in Bolster, ensuring all necessary details are accurately captured.