PILLAR 04
DSR vs Market Rates
Scheduled rates and the open market drift apart over time. Knowing when — and by how much — protects both your margin and your bid.
2 articles·Reviewed Jun 2026·Pricing & risk
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DSR vs market: a structured comparison
Where scheduled rates lag the open market, and the line items most exposed to price drift.
Compare DSR against live rates
Price a BOQ on the DSR base, then see where market adjustments matter most.
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