Using performance specifications in construction projects - guidance
Publication X540
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Core Supplement
Series
Publication
Abstract
Presents guidance for performance based specifications from four distinct positions: client, designer, project delivery and product manufacturer. Aspects considered include: barriers in using MMC, setting performance requirements, RIBA design process, where they can be used, scope, early stage design, planning applications, risk analysis, standards, regulations and key legislation, demonstrating achievement, communication and basis of design, format, digital performance specifications, whole life costs, carbon performance requirements, models, systems engineering and v-diagrams, adopting a common language, to order: engineering, modify, configure, select variant , product platform and actions. Also includes benchmarking and case studies.
Author
Fraser, N. A. et al
History
Based on research project P3279.
ISBN
9780860179689
Subjects
- Legal issues and management
- Specifications
Publisher History
CIRIA was formerly known as the Construction Industry Research and Information Association. They are a member-based research and information organisation who publish reports and technical papers covering building and civil engineering as well as transport and utilities infrastructure.
Information
NBS
NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.
Accuris
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