advice on RFP or scope of work outline for a renovation project?

[Matthew Banks]

I need to hire contractors for various renovation projects, such as a new soffit, bathroom renovation, etc. I'd like to use best practices to give contractors a clear outline so that they can understand the scope and bid accordingly. There are a lot of details to a renovation that I'd like to capture so that a contractor understands the scope and my expectations. Would appreciate advice on the format for an RFP or scope of work. Thanks!!! 

This is separate from a legal contract and terms, but if you'd also like to point me to a standard contract terms, I'd appreciate it.