Most indexes are done " for hire", and "one size" or one rate does not fit all situations. Often indexers will quote a standard price range which really says "it all depends upon the situation." Dakota Indexing may be a bit old-fashioned but we believe that rates and contracts are best arrived at after determining the index specifications, your required deadline, and indexer availability. One-on-one relationships with an author or editor are important to us. We want to be responsive to your needs today so you will also think of us for future projects. Take a look at my Index Specification Worksheet and Sample Contract to help in your planning.