Building Information Modeling (BIM)

1.1 Building Information Modeling (BIM) is the process of constructing an intelligent, data-rich, three-dimensional (3D) model of a building or building infrastructure design. It can be used for both new construction and refurbishment projects, including projects in the road and utilities sectors. The digital information in the model can be used to make decisions and management processes throughout the asset lifecycle. Through a collaborative approach, BIM reduces the possibility of errors and rail wastage leading to cost savings and a reduction in carbon footprint in government building and infrastructure projects.

1.2 By using digital 3D models and associated electronic data, BIM tests assets in a virtual form during the design and construction phases. The BIM delivery process is based on an assessment of operational needs within a design and ensuring that these requirements will be met during the key stages of design and structural evaluation. Through concise briefings, BIM aims to improve the coordination of the design, construction and operation phases leading to cost reduction in all phases.

1.3 Adopting BIM will enable intelligent construction decisions, methodologies, safer working conditions, greater energy efficiency, and a critical focus on the entire lifetime of equipment (or assets). Equally important are the benefits to the economy through better buildings and infrastructure provided by the government. The UK government has estimated savings for the UK construction industry and its customers £ 2 billion a year thanks to the widespread adoption of BIM 1. BIM is therefore an important tool for the government in delivering cost savings in its infrastructure projects.

PURPOSE OF THESE GUIDELINES

2.1 The purpose of this guidance is to introduce BIM to departments and to explain why the government adopts it by providing relevant infrastructure projects. In addition, the guidelines are intended to inform Construction Centers of Procurement Expertise (CoPEs) and Supplier Construction on how to use BIM when purchasing, delivering and operating these projects.

2.2 Accordingly, the guidelines are divided into two parts. Part A provides an overview of BIM along with its benefits; Northern Ireland Policy; and key aspects to be considered by departments prior to implementation.

2.3 Part B provides operational guidance on how to use BIM in the purchasing, delivery and handling of construction projects. It is focused on The construction department and construction suppliers may, however, departments may also wish to refer to it when using BIM in their infrastructure projects

THE EVOLUTION OF CONSTRUCTION INFORMATION MODELING

3.1 Traditional design methods

3.1.1 Building designs have traditionally been designed as a two-dimensional (2D) medium, generating drawings and written specifications. In the past, 3D models were used to communicate design intentionally through visual and tactile interaction, but could not embed or generate information about the design, its specification or performance.

3.1.2 With the evolution of computer technology, computer aided design (CAD) has brought software. CAD designers were able to precisely produce dimensioned drawings largely on a 2D medium. The results were back in the form of paper-based visual representations, drawings and specifications. While CAD has benefited designers, the process of comparing individual drawings to coordinate design information has remained unchanged from traditional practices.

3.1.3 However, this process is exposed to the risk of error as information is transferred from one discipline to another and eventually to the construction site where errors can occur. It is also a waste in terms of the time it takes to review and restructure project information to fit individual organizations' information management systems and protocols.

3.2 The emergence of BIM

3.2.1 With the increase in computing power, CAD and computer-aided design, the CADCAM software has been developed that enables 3D computer-aided modeling of digital objects. Objects can now carry embedded information, called parametric data, that informs the user about the real estate object. The interaction of parametric data allows the user to test the execution of the design features of digital objects in a virtual environment before going into the manufacturing process. Large manufacturing industries quickly adopted CADCAM in their business models, which, when applied as part of appropriate management processes, enabled mass production with maximum efficiency.

3.2.2 Modeling software for construction has evolved during this time. Software adoption in the industry took time to develop methodologies, standard processes and protocols such as BS1192: 2007 (see Section 6.3) were agreed. However, the BIM pilot projects in the United States h, Scandinavia, the Netherlands and the United Kingdom, where the BIM standards were developed, have shown many benefits for customers, designers and contractors since the adoption of BIM

3.3 Benefits of BIM

BIM can offer significant benefits to departments in the design, construction and operational phases of their construction projects. These benefits include: • Potential cost savings; • virtual design visualization to increase stakeholder understanding and involvement; • greater cost transparency and program control; • automatic coordination of the design of many disciplines; • Facilitating the Department's sustainable design requirements (for example, carbon reduction, environmental assessment, and on-site waste management); • creating safer working conditions; • structured and standardized information management; and • aligning the information in the model with resource management strategies.

3.4 BIM Maturity Levels

3.4.1 BIM Maturity recognizes the different work practices and level of BIM knowledge within the UK construction industry. The Maturity of the BIM Model (Figure 1) indicates, graphically, the adoption of standards and an increase in knowledge of BIM over time. The rising slope in the chart is divided by vertical lines to form the maturity segments starting at level 0 and advancing to level 3 and beyond. Each "level" is defined by a set of progressive practices, protocols and standards related to the use of information technology and information management in design, construction and operational processes

3.4.2 BIM incidence levels are explained in more detail in Table 1 below:

BIM Maturity Definition

Level 0 Unmanaged 2D CAD, with data exchanged on paper or electronically on paper.

Level 1 Managed CAD in 2D or 3D format using BS1192: 2007 2, with data shared through a collaborative tool such as Web-based Shared Data Environment (CDE) with a standardized approach to data structure and format. No commercial data integration, finance or cost management packages.

Level 2 (BIM Level 2 required by April 2016) A managed 3D environment where each discipline creates its own models and all project information is electronically shared with CDE. Commercial data managed by Enterprise Resource Planning Software (ERP) and integrated with BIM via proprietary interface or custom software. May use 4D construct sequencing and / or 5D cost information.

Level 3 (BIM Level 3 via TBC) Fully integrated collaborative model sharing process between the project team in a web-enabled BIM hub, compliant with the Industry Foundation Classes (IFC) open data standard. It will use 4D design sequencing, 5D cost and 6D design life cycle management information. 3)

Table 1: BIM Maturity - See Original Table

Figure 1: BIM Maturity Model © 2008/10 Bew-Richards - see original table

4.1 Stages of projects supporting BIM

To assist Departments, a summary of the various steps in BIM projects (including their requirements) is included in Table 3 below. It is recognized that the Department's contribution may vary depending on the route and leg management contract, but advice should be obtained from the appropriate CoPE regarding the degree of commitment required. More information on the requirements for each step is set out in Part B.

Delivery Stage BIM Requirements Commissioning (RIBA Stage 0) Completing the BIM Performance Test

Provision (RIBA steps 0-3) Develop employer information requirements. BIM assessment of consultants and contractors. Execution plans

Delivery (RIBA steps 1-5) Develop a Project Information Model (PIM). Implementation of cooperation within the framework of shared data Environment.

Pass (RIBA Stage 6) How to Built PIM Translated into Asset Information Model (AIM). Taking possession of the AIM.

Operation - In Use (RIBA Stage 7) Design Assessment AIM maintenance and maintenance

Table 3: Stages in a BIM Enabled Project - see the original table

4.2 Stage of commissioning

4.2.1 During the commissioning phase and as part of the business analysis process, the Senior Responsible Owner (SRO) of the project in conjunction with CoPE should conduct a BIM Performance Test. This is to determine if the design should be delivered using BIM.

4.2.2 A sample general template is included in Appendix B to assist departments in conducting the BIM Performance Test. The template is essentially based on a qualitative assessment of construction project information Committee (CPIx) of 12 BIM areas and their potential benefits for the project. Departments and their CoPEs may wish to tailor the test to meet their needs with a standard procurement process, the relevant construction sector, and a chosen purchasing strategy. The knowledge and experience gained from using BIM in previous projects and the benefits it brought used to inform about future BIM performance tests.

4.2.3 Up to the vendor selection stage, as the project progresses, the test may be reapplied when further information becomes available. This approach is in line with the need to clearly define the scope of BIM requirements to be included in the procurement documentation for the procurement of related professional services and works contracts.

4.3 Stages of procurement, delivery and handover

During the order, delivery and handover stages, CoPE will advise the Department on BIM requirements. The CoPE is required to appoint an information manager (see Section 8.3). CoPE, in consultation with the Department, will develop Employer Information Requirements (EIR) to inform consultants and contractors about the procurement. Consultants and contractors will develop the project using the Project Information Model (PIM) from which the project is built. The CoPE will typically manage consultants and contractors in developing the model, sharing information from it, and building and transferring assets. The procedures, roles and responsibilities are specified in BS1192: 2007 and PAS1192: 2

4.4 Operation - use stage

Upon completion of the project, the Department (usually via the estate's management function) will take ownership of the "as-built" PIM. This is known as the resource information model (AIM). It is important that the Department, through its property management function, maintains and updates AIM on any changes to the asset. Access to and reference to AIM will be important for operation, servicing, maintenance and potentially future demolition of assets

4.5 Investments and training in BIM

4.5.1 Adopting BIM work practices in any organization may require investment in hardware, software and staff training. CoPE's design and engineering departments may therefore wish to review their existing hardware and software capabilities and its ability to generate and receive BIM Project Information. This will, however, depend on the level and nature of the Department's involvement in infrastructure projects that include BIM.

4.5.2 For example, a department that does not normally deliver infrastructure projects may decide that they do not need to invest in BIM hardware or software. If the Department is committed to the delivery of an infrastructure project that includes BIM, it can decide to invest in a read-only software that can view PIM or AIM. Read-only BIM software is usually available for free.

4.5.3 Similarly, a CoPE that designs all or part of the infrastructure a BIM project may require investment in hardware, software and BIM to train staff in BIM administration and operation. However, when a project is outsourced to the private sector, CoPE can make that decision with an investment in read-only BIM software.

4.5.4 Departments and CoPE with asset and facility management teams may wish to review the capabilities of their existing computer-assisted facility management (CAFM) and / or computer-assisted facilities. wo maintenance management Software Systems (CAMMS) for integration with BIM models and training of AIM maintenance personnel.

4.5.5 CoPE departments and construction that implement BIM projects should review staff training needs. BIM training is available in Northern Ireland through local universities and colleges and colleges.

4.5.6 Departments and Construction CoPE providing BIM designs may run their own Common Data Environment (CDE) and may authorize Integrated Consultant Team (ICT) or Integrated Supply Team (IST) Members to access it. In the absence of a CDE, Departments / CoPEs may wish to notify ICT / ISTs in the tender dossier regarding their CDE requirement and allow Department / CoPE personnel access to it.

4.6 Factors to consider when implementing BIM

In order to help SRO implement BIM, the following factors should be considered in consultation with CoPE: • Is the value of the construction project greater than the EU Threshold for Construction Works? • If not, does the Department want to pilot BIM on a lower value project? • Will BIM deliver project savings? To determine this, a BIM performance test should be completed at the commissioning stage. • If BIM is to be implemented, does the Department need to invest BIM Equipment, Software, and Staff Training? • Has the Department's property management function been consulted from the earliest stages of the project? • What are the EIR and key outputs for the BIM model in each of the design and delivery phases? • How will the Department access the BIM model during design, delivery and handover, and how will a secure CDE be established? • How will AIM be stored and available to the Department as described below? • Learn from implementing BIM in your project to be captured during project evaluation

5.1 Process management

5.1.1 Prior to implementing BIM, CoPEs should recognize that BIM requires a fundamental change in the normal management of construction processes - design. Traditional design processes typically generate most of the design information in the detailed design and quotation stages. Changes to design information at these stages can have the maximum effect on the cost of design changes.

5.1.2 Integrated Design Delivery (IPD) is considered to be the optimal delivery mechanism as it aims to reduce waste and inefficiency by requiring all project participants to work together on a design solution and design challenges at earlier design stages. BIM improves the results of all order paths.

5.1.3 The MacLeamy curve (Figure 2 below) shows how, through the use of IPD, BIM aims to maximize production information earlier in the design of the process, thus reducing the cost impact of the change. IPD rules are compatible with many procurement routes

5.2 BIM Task Force and Northern Ireland BIM Center

5.2.1 The Government of the United Kingdom has established a BIM Task Force to help meet the goals of the construction strategy and strengthen the public sector's ability to implement BIM. The BIM Task Force seeks to promote the Role of BIM in Achieving Carbon Cost, Value and Efficiency Improvement by leveraging open source information about shared assets. Further information is available at: www.bimtaskgroup.org.

5.2.2 The BIM Task Force brings together expertise from across the UK construction industry. BIM Regional Leadership and Advice in the UK is promoted by the BIM Regions Construction Industry Council (CIC) groups which are aligned with the BIM Task Force. In Northern Ireland BIM Regions NI The steering group comprises Northern Ireland construction industry representatives and government customers. Further information is available at: https://www.nibimregions.com/.

5.3 Digital work plan

5.3.1 Recognizing the change in traditional work practices demonstrated by BIM, the BIM Task Force developed a digital work plan for use in BIM projects. The Scope of Service Works by the Construction Council (CIC) 2012 and the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) Work Plan 2013 have then aligned it with the digital work plan. 5.3.2 The new work plans unify and standardize the work steps and disciplines between project types and procurement paths. Graphical alignment of their process plans are included in Appendix C. Before implementing BIM, CoPE construction should read the digital CIC work plan

6.1 BIM Standard Documentation

The BIM task force, in consultation with the UK construction industry, has developed a number of standards that facilitate the implementation of BIM in infrastructure projects. These are recognized industry standards that have been adopted in the UK 5 and are increasingly being adopted across the UK worldwide. The implementation of BIM in public sector infrastructure projects in Northern Ireland is to comply with these standards, specifications and protocols. Details of each of these standards are provided below for an overview of their requirements. In the following sections of these guidelines, CoPE construction should become familiar with the content of the standards prior to implementing BIM in their infrastructure projects.

6.2 List of standard BIM documentation

• BS 1192: 2007 + A2: 2016 - Architectural Joint Production, Engineering and Construction Information. Code of Conduct.

• PAS1192-2: 2013 - Information Management Specification for the capital / delivery phase of construction projects using information modeling buildings

• PAS1192-3: 2014 - Information Management Specification for the Operational Phase of Assets using Building Information Modeling

• BS1192-4: 2014 - Information Management Specification for the Asset Operations Phase using Building Information Modeling

• PAS1192-5: 2015 - Security-oriented building specification information modeling, digital embedded environments and intelligent resource management

• Government Soft Landing Policy (GSL)

• Construction Industry Council BIM Protocol (CIC)

• Outline of the scope of CIC services for the role of information management

• CIC best practice guide for professional indemnity insurance when using BIM models

6.3 BS1192: 2007 - BIM Collaborative and Structured Information

6.3.1 Collaboration on construction projects is recognized as a more efficient method of achieving higher quality and standards. This clears communication routes and avoids unnecessary losses in transporting information from one side to the other.

6.3.2 A widely adopted model for cooperation and electronic information exchange between parties is the Common Data Environment (CDE). The CDE is an online repository for storing, transmitting and recording information between everyone involved in a construction project.

6.3.3 The CDE is formally recognized by BS1192: 2007, which promotes its use and provides a data management structure. This is explained graphically in Fig. 3 below. BS1192: 2007 is a key requirement to achieve BIM maturity level 2 and above.

6.3.4 BS1192: 2007 also applies to file naming standards and conventions, layers for naming and project coordination. This should be understood as a best practice guideline for managing information about a construction project. The adoption of its recommendations throughout the construction industry are aimed at instilling efficiency in information management across the entire sector.

6.3.5 Collaboration requires the collaboration of all parties to the information for the project. The BIC CIC protocol (see Section 8.2) provides guidance on the use of models in a collaborative environment and establishes rules for copyright and intellectual property rights (IPR) through license exchange and ownership of data. The CIC BIM protocol is a contractual document to which you must attach existing contracts for use in BIM projects.

6.4 PAS1192-2: 2013 (and future versions) - BIM design and construction phases

6.4.1 PAS1192-2 is a key guidance document for the delivery of BIM assets during the design and construction phases. It is based on the information structure referred to in BS1192: 2007 and includes guidelines for project needs assessment, procurement, procurement, mobilization and production information.

6.4.2 BIM Delivery Cycle PAS1192-2 (Figure 4 below) graphically explains the process for the Department / CoPE, Integrated Team of Consultants (ICT) and Integrated Supply Team (IST) decision making. The blue arrows indicate the management process that flows around the information process in green. The information process is managed within the CDE leading to the creation of the Project Information Model (PIM). The As Built PIM and its electronically related information is communicated to the Department for project submission. PIM is considered critical to the success of a project delivery. This is because accessing it during the asset phase operations is important to the department in setting, recording, and comparing asset performance as well as maintenance goals. Once the asset is transferred, the PIM becomes known as the asset Information Model (AIM).

6.4.3 Considering all BIM Level 2 projects, facilities and asset management, the requirements should inform a strategic information process for optimal asset lifecycle performance is considered from beginning. This Approach adopts UK Government's Soft Landing Policy (GSL) recommendations - see Section 6.8.

Figure 4: BIM delivery cycle - see original document

6.5 PAS1192-3: 2014 (and future releases) - BIM operational phase

6.5.1 PAS1192-3 provides guidance on the management of AIM. The focus is on the operating phase of an asset, regardless of whether the main works acquired through the transfer of ownership or already existing in the asset portfolio have been put into operation.

6.5.2 The operating phase of the asset is considered to commence on handover, but the requirements in PAS1192-3 can also be applied to information development during design and construction. Therefore, PAS1192-3 should be taken into account when developing the EIR (see Section 7.1).

6.5.3 The flow of information requirements in a project involving BIM is of particular importance. The relationship between the Department / CoPE of the EIR and how they report to the AIM are illustrated schematically in Figure 5 below.

6.6 BS1192-4: 2014 - BIM information exchange

6.6.1 BS1192-4: 2014 is a code of practice for the framework for embedding information in BIM models. The embedded information is known as Building operations. Building Information Exchange Data (COBie). It is important to organize this data in BIM models to ensure that the information best matches the needs of the Department / CoPE at a key stage of the project assessment and / or asset management project.

6.6.2 COBie data is typically expressed in an electronic spreadsheet to provide a structured and standardized view of non-graphical information in BIM. It can be used to provide evidence of compliance with the EIR and is one of the main outputs of the key stage assessment process.

6.6.3 COBie bridges digital design to BIM models and CAFM / CAMMS software from the Department or CoPE, which can significantly reduce the cost of sending information to these systems compared to existing manual data entry processes.

6.6.4 The UK government and construction industry have adopted Uniclass 2015 industry organizations as the preferred classification system for use with BIM. Referencing project information in BIM models requires the use of this system. It was developed specifically for collaboration with UK and UK BIM providing a way to organize project information throughout the project lifecycle.

6.6.5 Uniclass 2015 replaces all previous versions of the Uniclass system and other similar systems such as CAWS and CI / SfB. 6.6.6 Has been adopted by the New Measurement Principles (NRM 1-3) cost estimation methodology and National Building Specification (NBS) BIM Toolkit and NBS specification software.

6.7 PAS1192-5: 2015 (and future versions) - BIM Security with Information

PAS1192-5 is an online information management best practice guide. Departments / CoPE should review these guidelines for themselves as it provides advice on measures that can be taken to ensure online management of their digital embedded assets is cybersecurity.

6.8 Government Soft Landing (GSL)

6.8.1 GSL is a key factor in delivering BIM projects. Its purpose is to foster better outcomes for resources built by the government during the design and construction phases. It tries to achieve this through BIM to ensure this value is achieved over the asset's lifecycle. Hence, it aims to connect the interests of those who design and build assets with those who use it.

6.8.2 GSL has identified four main areas where measurement, key questions and outcomes should be addressed along the project timeline. The four areas are: • Functionality and effectiveness; • the environment; • Facilities management; and • Commissioning, training and handing over. 6.8.3 Departments, in conjunction with their CoPEs, may wish to review their existing asset and facility management strategies, taking into account the adoption of GSL best practice recommendations. Departments / CoPEs may also wish to consider nominating a GSL Master to take on the following responsibilities for Level 2 BIM projects: • Collaborate with the Department's Development Team to evaluate and prepare briefing documents and EIRs to ensure compliance with asset and facility management strategies; • participate in a key step in the data drop assessment process; • cooperation with IST during construction; • supervise the tests prior to handover and commissioning; • Communicate with IST during GSL assignment after handover period (if needed) to ensure optimum performance is achieved; • ensure that project feedback is passed back to the Department's development team; and • ensure that the AIM is maintained throughout the life of the project's circle of life.

6.8.4 GSL is referenced in the BS8536-1: 2015 Design Briefing and building - Part 1: Code of practice for facility management (building infrastructure). Departments / CoPE may wish to review this standard as part of the AM / FM strategy development process.

7.1 Employer Information Requirements (EIR)

7.1.1 EIR provides potential suppliers with the minimum information required by the Department / CoPE to achieve the BIM objectives for the project. The EIR from the Baseline Form on which the Potential BIM Preparation Plan (BEP) is prepared, suppliers in turn provide departments with a benchmark for tendering and an assessment of the key work phase.

7.1.2 EIRs are typically developed on the basis of the standard criteria outlined in Table 4 below: Technical Management TV Advertising Software Platforms Data Exchange Format Coordinates Level of Detail Training Standards Roles and Responsibilities Work and Data Planning Segregation Safety Coordination and Conflict Detection Process Collaboration Process Health and safety and construction project management System performance Compliance plan Delivery strategy for assets Information Data drops and project results Strategic clients Purpose, reason Defined BIM / Project Delivered products BIM-specific competency assessment

Table 4: Standard EIR criteria

7.1.3 CoPEs shall prepare the project-specific EIR for issue with the contract BIM project documentation. CoPEs may wish to refer to the National Building Specification BIM Toolkit (NBS) when preparing the EIR. Specify specific BIM goals and BIM uses in the supplier's EIR with clear goals for the BIM process. CoPE Information The manager can assist with the formulation of the EIR

7.2 Plain Language Questions (PLQ)

7.2.1 PLQ questions are simple, concise, unambiguous questions written in plain English. They are prepared by CoPE and form part of the EIR. Their purpose is to assist CoPE to interrogate the information provided by suppliers from the BIM Model at key stages in the post-procurement evaluation of the project. In addition to other EIR criteria, PLQ inform potential vendors when to prepare tender documentation.

7.2.2 A key EIR compliance assessment will be made at the delivery stage to be determined by the PLQ response for that stage. It is good practice CoPEs review the PLQ after each key stage assessment during project delivery.

7.3 BIM Requirements for Selection and Procurement

Until BIM is properly embedded in local construction 6, no evidence of prior experience is proposed. BIM will be a pre-qualification (PQQ) requirement. However, as of April 1, 2016, 7 infrastructure contracts that include BIM should include qualitative award criteria that test how bidding companies will apply a BIM project to this. This can be done by requiring the submission of a Preliminary BIM Performance Plan.

7.4 Pre-Contract BIM Performance Plan (BEP)

7.4.1 The pre-contractual BEP is prepared on behalf of ICT or IST by the Economic Operator. Before entering into a contract, the BEP should demonstrate the team's ability, ability and competence to apply BIM to the project and how it complies with the EIR.

7.4.2 Any specific CoPE pre-contractual requirements for BEP and related Supply Chain Assessment Forms should be issued with the Call for Tender Documentation (ITT). Standard Supply Chain Assessment Form CPIx templates should be attached to ITT documents for BIM projects. CoPEs may then consider assessing the BEPs prior to contracting each team as part of the quality criteria.

7.5 Supply Chain Assessment

7.5.1 The Supply Chain Assessment process informs the Contractor of the strengths and weaknesses of the BIM capability in his team. This allows the team to properly plan the EIR delivery. The Supply Chain Assessment process informs the team's BEP by developing its Task Information Delivery Plan (TIDP) and Master Information Delivery Plan (MIDP). CoPE should reserve the right to examine the Supply Chain Assessment Forms prior to awarding the contract

7.5.2 Figure 6 below shows the information flow leading to the generation of a BEP prior to entering into a contract: - see original document

Figure 6: BEP document flow diagram - see original document

8.1 Post-contract BIM performance plan

8.1.1 The procurement order BEP will be developed by the Successful Economy Operator with its supply chain for CoPE approval. It is a document that adds additional procedural and technical details to the BEP pre-contractual, which covers the following elements necessary to ensure BIM maturity. Level 2 information: • EIR requirements; • management strategy; • planning and documentation; • standard methods and procedures; and • IT solutions.

8.1.2 EIR Data and Master Production Delivery Table (MPDT) 8 as part of the mail The award of a BEP contract becomes a contractual requirement by including it into the contract via the CIC BIM protocol. This protocol must be included in the additional terms and conditions of the contract and incorporated into all applicable supplier terms, cascading through the different levels of the supply chain. This is in the NEC3 engineering and construction contract achieved by the inclusion of the option Z clause (see clause Z26 in PGN 01/15: Standardization of the NEC3 engineering and construction contract Z Clauses). Similar arrangements should be made in the NEC Professional Service Agreements, where applicable.

8.2 BIM CIC protocol

The CIC BIM protocol is a contractual document that guarantees that there is an obligation on the parties to provide certain elements of their works and services using BIM models. The protocol was developed for use on BIM Level 2 projects through an annex to the project contract. Conditions The protocol will apply from start to finish to all subcontracts under the project. Customer advisers and / or CoPE project managers should ensure that the CIC BIM protocol is included with the selected bidder's contract and its terms and conditions apply throughout the supply chain of the subcontracting team

8.3 Information manager

8.3.1 The CIC BIM protocol requires the designation of an Information Manager within ICT and / or IST. The information manager is responsible for CDE management, project information management and information exchange. The information manager has no responsibility for the project. The role may be an existing ICT / IST team member, a new team member, or a person appointed independently by the Department (The role of Information Manager may be performed by an existing ICT / IST member in addition to their normal role. Where the Department / CoPE considers the project sufficiently complex to justify an independent a team member who undertakes the role may examine prior information management experience as part of the pre-qualification criteria)

8.3.2 Further guidance on the role of the information manager is available in: • CIC BIM protocol; • Outline of the scope of CIC services for the role of Information Management; and • CIC Best Practice Guide for Professional Indemnity Insurance when using building information models.

8.4 Delivery of the Project Information Model (PIM)

Once awarded, the PIM will be developed by ICT or IST. Its development must follow the process defined by CoPE in the EIR, in particular MPDT (an example MPDT is included in Annex D.). The models will be produced by each discipline and grouped into a coordinated model developed by a lead team member as defined in BEP. Customized models and related information will be shared with the Department / CoPE and other team members at CDE.

8.5 Assessment of key milestones / data decline

8.5.1 Key Assessment Points (data dips) in the BIM delivery process are required 3D digital models, 2D electronic information and COBie data for presentation for Department / CoPE approval.

8.5.2 File formats required by the Department / CoPE, Expected Level of Details (LOD) and Level of Information (LOI) for each drop in key milestones data should be reported in the EIR. Obtain 2D electronic information from a 3D digital or supply chain model coordinated with and electronically linked to the BIM model. CoPEs should become familiar with the LOD / LOI standards outlined in PAS1192-2 BIM Design and the NBS BIM Toolkit.

8.6 Transfer and AIM

8.6.1 CoPEs shall verify that the design EIR is in compliance with the product and performance specifications prior to submission. "As Model" Zbudowany "should represent the project" Built ". PIM / AIM verification should be undertaken using ICT / IST before accepting the handover

8.6.2 The purpose of AIM is to be the single source of approved and approved information about an asset. Its data and geometry describe the resource, spaces and related items, and resource performance data, such as specifications, operation and maintenance manuals, and health and safety information.

8.6.3 AIM is a product of the CDE process and includes the "published" portion of the CDE containing associative models, graphical and non-graphical documents and metadata to archive and extract data.

8.6.4 Departments / CoPE should review in their post-project assessments (PPE) how AIM provided by ICT / IST can best be used within their assets and facility management strategies. The PPE arrangements should be used to inform the EIR of the Department's next infrastructure project.

8.7 Operation - in use

8.7.1 During the operational phase of the asset's lifecycle, the target should be updated to include all maintenance and repair work. This work may be undertaken by the IST during the defect period and / or Subsequently the departmental resource management teams (trigger - see PAS1192: 3) crossover).

8.7.2 Departments / CoPEs should consider the feasibility and practicability of maintaining AIM to inform asset management throughout the lifecycle and maintenance phase until decommissioning / disposal.

FURTHER INFORMATION

For more information on BIM in Northern Ireland and the rest of the UK, please visit www.bimtaskgroup.org. All inquiries in this guide should be directed to: Construction Procurement Policy Division 1 Construction & Procurement 2 n / a Floor East Clare House 303 Airport Road West Belfast, BT3 9ED Telephone: 028 9081 6114 Email: ConstructionProcurementPolicy@finance-ni.gov.uk

THANKS

A Task and Finish Group has been created to develop this Guidance Order. It was made up of the following representatives: Government customers and the Northern Ireland BIM Center. BIM Assignment and End Group Membership Jonathan Baird - CPD Billy Black - CPD Donal Coyle - Education Authority Paul Davison - Northern Ireland Waters Peter Dawson - Education Authority Nicholas Hamilton - Northern Ireland Residential Authority Adam Heanen - Transport NI Stephen Hewitt - Translink Colm Higgins - Belfast Health and Social Care Trust David Lutton - DFP Properties Department Mark McKane - Chairman of the Piast NI BIM Steering Group Michael McLornan - CPD Ciaran Moore - Translink Peadar Murphy - Education Authority Kevin O'Loan - CPD Christopher Slator - CPD

Asset Information Model (AIM): This is data and information about an asset to the level required to operate an organization's asset management system.

Asset Information Requirements (AIR): This is information required for managing and operating an asset using AIM.

BIM Execution Plan (BEP): is a plan prepared by the bidding team to explain how aspects of information modeling in a project will be carried out.

Building SMART Alliance: international construction alliance, facilities management and IT organizations dedicated to process improvement in defining, using and sharing information. Local representation is through the construction of SMART UK and Ireland.

Construction operations Building Information Exchange (COBie): A framework for extracting non-graphical information from BIM models and delivering information, often in a spreadsheet format. The output is used to inform the decision making and operational use of asset and facility management systems.

Computer Aided Facilities Management (CAFM): software management support tool. Common topics facilitated include space, assets, portfolio, motion and project management, facility maintenance, strategic planning, and sustainability.

Computerized maintenance management system (CAMMS): systems that use computer software to organize the planning, planning and support of maintenance and repairs.

Joint Arrangement for Works Sections (CAWS): Construction Industry A working convention to promote coordination between take-offs and specifications. It was established in the UK in 1987 to replace CI / SfB and was replaced by Uniclass in 1997.

Common Data Environment (CDE): An online repository for storing, transmitting and logging information between everyone involved in a construction project.

Construction / Samarbetskomittén för Byggnadsfrågor (CI / SfB): A construction indexing manual that adapts construction products to production Information. It comes from Sweden in the 1950s and was adopted in Great Britain in the 1960s. Superseded by CAWS in Great Britain in 1987.

Data Drop: Term used for a department's or CoPE's key assessment point in the BIM Delivery Cycle.

Digital Work Plan (dPoW): a structured process plan with defined work steps, roles and responsibilities for delivering BIM projects

Employer Information Requirements (EIR): a pre-tender document that specifies the information to be provided and the standards and processes to be adopted by the supplier as part of the delivery process.

Governmental Soft Landing (GSL): Alignment of Cabinet Policy Strategies with Development Strategies for the Benefit of Employers and Users in the Supply and Operation of Public Sector Buildings.

Industry Foundation Class (IFC): Platform-neutral, open file format interoperability across software platforms. It relies on the BuildingSMART data model to manage embedded object information based on file formats.

Integrated team of consultants (ICT): multidisciplinary team of construction specialists appointed to work in a team environment. Its purpose is to deliver a construction project design to the highest standards and details to meet the client's brief objectives.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD): a project delivery method that integrates people, systems, business structures, and practices into a collaborative process to optimize performance at all stages of design, manufacturing, and construction.

Intellectual property rights (IPR): exclusive rights granted to music, art, literature, inventions, discoveries, words, phrases, symbols and designs that (upon registration) may be protected under common law. The types of intellectual property rights are copyrights, patents and industrial design rights.

Integrated Delivery Team (IST): A team of construction professionals including prime contractor, professional consultants and subcontractors formed to deliver project construction to the highest standards and detail to meet the client's brief objectives.

Master Information Delivery Plan (MIDP): The master plan for a project should provide information by whom and by what protocols and procedures, including all relevant task information delivery plans.

New Engineering Contract 3 (NEC3): Construction industry standard contract for construction works and professional services. Written in plain English and designed to stimulate good governance, this is a government preferred contract for construction in Northern Ireland.

Organizational Information Requirements (OIR): data and information required to achieve the organization's goals.

Plain Language Questions (PLQ): A set of simple concise questions to explore information provided at each stage of the evaluation of key works.

Project information Model (PIM): integrated and coordinated, graphical and non-graphical documentation resulting from the design process. Information made available via the published area of the common data environment

Publicly Available Specification (PAS): A sponsored fast track standard driven by the needs of a client organization and developed according to specific guidelines by the British Standards Institute (BSI).

Job information Delivery Plan (TIDP): sequential delivery plan information between team members tailored to roles and responsibilities, build program and EIR

• Project Name: Departament / CoPE: Date: SRO Name: CA / PM Name: Teams: Low Medium High

• The BIM Efficiency Savings Test should be performed on the OGC Gateway Review 0 - Business Case Assessment on Projects> £ 20M OR during Initial Assessment Review Process on Projects <£ 20M. Departments / CoPE may wish to conduct further test reviews during key project gates. They are CA / PM and SRO to evaluate the potential of the listed BIM benefits in terms of project efficiency savings. RED Award for Low Potential, AMBER for Medium Potential, GREEN for High Potential in considering whether BIM can deliver efficiency savings in this project. Give reasons for your decisions in the comment box. If the combined AMBER and GREEN count exceeds RED, Departments should continue implementing BIM throughout the project.

• 12 areas BIM application Sample areas Possible profits Considered potential of BIM to ensure efficiency savings in this project Comments (justify your decision)

• 1. Intelligent 3D Modeling Architectural Model Structural Model Mechanical and Electrical Model Civil Model Landscape Model behind. Accurate, coordinated, visual design b. Design common design elements, components, libraries, and catalogs for. Information in the model tailored to the individual needs of O&M / FM

• 2. Life Cycle Cost (LCC) and Life Cycle Estimation Analysis (LCA) Access to historical data Database connection Easier options planning behind. Accurate LCC Estimate b. Reduce risk in fund management life cycle to. LCA to assess environmental aspects Optimized transfer Asset registry Health and safety information related to model O&M manuals related to the FM Computer Assisted Model (CAFM) related to the model behind. CAFM to ensure the effective maintenance of the property b. Maintained performance history to. Effective management and optimization of maintenance services

• 4. Quantity Take Off and Cost analysis Schedules from the Bill of Materials model from the Model List of components from the BoQ model generated from the model's. Quick and accurate quantity start b. Easier evaluation of design changes and cost impact to. Easier to connect quantities to, plan and order

• 5. Visualizations Bidding and bidding Marketing Customer logout Increased engagement from the team behind. Project visualization for marketing / sales b. Fly Through / Orbit inside and outside Model to. Supports customer choices

• 6. Security Planning Analysis for Security Operations Toolkit Talks / Clearance Security Improved reporting method. Security details and structures in libraries b. Pre-planned security installations to. Visual safety tours, site plans and presentations 2D plans from Model 3D Coordination Rule-based clashes Object / Object collides Object / spatial collisions Virtual pre-construction inspections Equipment and equipment installation a. Zero-defect design and construction (above and below ground) b. Zero interferes with structured information BS1192: 2007 to. Sequencing of works / orders from a subcontractor

• 8. Planning 4D Vehicle Movement Analysis Material Delivery Monitoring Positioning of Crane and Hoist Targeted Sequencing Construction site layout behind. Planning from model-based quantity picking b. Design / 4D simulations to. Schedule visualizations for employees and suppliers

• 9. BIM production Targeted trials sequence of activities Monitoring progress Planned vs actual analysis Subcontractor payment planning for. Build Feasibility Analysis b. Accurate bill of materials for fabrication / construction to. GPS machine control

• 10. Public procurement Exact quantities Shortened tender periods Optimized purchasing plans for. Coded / tagged materials associated with the model viewer and design programs for accuracy ordering b. Location-based products for. "Just on Time" Supply Management Facility / Space / Sequence Collision Avoidance Shortened Bidding Periods Early Warning Notifications Behind. Accurate component codes from models (libraries) b. Bill of materials from models with accuracy of large quantities to. Common data / work environment available for key suppliers and subcontractors

• 12. Simulations (Energy, fire etc.) Environmental Structural Thermal Daylight Indicators a. Accurate and easier energy calculations b. Internal simulations (fire smoke climate) c. Supports construction targets (BREEAM, LEED, WRAP, CO2, etc.)

• APPENDIX C: ADJUSTMENT OF THE PROCESS PLAN

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• APPENDIX D: SAMPLE PRODUCTION SUPPLY TABLE

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