VISTA, Calif., Sept. 9, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- BNi Building News (BNi), a major provider of cost estimating data for the construction industry, announced its acquisition of Valrico, Florida-based Design Cost Data (DCD).
DCD is the largest U.S. provider of historical construction costs for the purpose of conceptual cost estimating. BNi President Bill Mahoney explained, "DCD's square-foot cost estimating database is unique in both its comprehensiveness and accuracy and will further enhance BNi's position as a leading provider of reliable estimating data to industry professionals."
Established in 1958, Design Cost Data has consistently delivered clear presentations of square-foot costs for a wide spectrum of actual construction projects. Subscribers have access to an online database of over 1,600 projects, as well as cost escalators and regional modifiers that facilitate accurate preliminary cost estimates.
For nearly 70 years, BNi Building News has been the preeminent resource for dependable construction information, both in print and online. In addition to interactive estimating tools, BNi publishes annual cost estimating guides in print, online and e-formats. Through acquisition of DCD, BNi significantly expands the scope and depth of its existing cost estimating database.
DCD's cost models bring detailed square-foot information derived from built projects to BNi's already robust platform. As a result, BNi furthers its mission of providing the construction industry with the most accurate, in-depth and easy-to-use construction data available.
About BNi Building News
BNi Building News is the nation's leading independent publisher of codes, cost data and reference material for the construction industry. Founded in 1946, it publishes a wide array of state-specific safety codes, annual cost estimating guides, construction law manuals and other references distributed both online and in print. BNi is committed to helping industry professionals throughout the country become more successful by providing them with accurate and timely information.
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