cost-database-interface

# Cost Database Interface Skill ## Purpose The Cost Database Interface Skill provides access to construction cost databases for unit costs, crew productivity rates, and regional cost adjustments. ## Capabilities - RS Means database integration - Unit cost lookup - Regional cost adjustments - Crew productivity rates - Equipment rental rates - Material price indices - Historical cost trending - Location factor application ## Usage Guidelines ### When to Use - Developing cost estimates - Benchmarking project costs - Adjusting for location - Forecasting costs ### Prerequisites - Database access configured - Cost categories identified - Location factors known - Time period specified ### Best Practices - Use current data - Apply appropriate factors - Verify for local conditions - Document cost sources ## Process Integration This skill integrates with: - Construction Cost Estimation ## Configuration ```yaml cost-database-interface: databases: - rs-means - dodge - eni data-types: - unit-costs - productivity - equipment - materials adjustments: - location - time - size ``` ## Output Artifacts - Cost data extracts - Location factors - Productivity data - Cost indices