Pitch Dictionary by pitch.dog
Bidding, estimating & procurement · Working

Overage

Also called: overrun

ELI5

Cost above the approved budget or bid caused by additional scope, changed assumptions or unforeseen events.

Used in conversation

“Can we align with the client on the overage before the bid is locked?”

Pitch context

You may hear this during a commercial brief, treatment, bid, award or pre-production process.

Why it matters: Helps interpret the brief, director treatment, bid, award, production process and campaign deliverables.

Connected terms

  • UnderageOverage is cost above the approved amount; underage is a saving below it. The contract determines who bears or keeps the difference.
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