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	* Bill of quantities BOQ		* Bill of quantities BOQ
		+	* Commissioning specification.
	* Construction Specifications Canada CSC.		* Construction Specifications Canada CSC.
	* Construction Specifications Institute CSI.		* Construction Specifications Institute CSI.

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	= What is a specification? =		= What is a specification? =
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	A standard classification system should be followed, such as Uniclass.		A standard classification system should be followed, such as Uniclass.
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		+	See also:
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		+	* Functional specification.
		+	* Output-based specification.
		+	* Performance specification.
		+	* Prescriptive specification.

	= Related articles on Designing Buildings =		= Related articles on Designing Buildings =

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		+	= What is a specification? =
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	Specifications describe the products, materials, and work required by a construction contract. They do not include cost, quantity, or drawn information, and so need to be read alongside other information such as quantities, schedules, and drawings.		Specifications describe the products, materials, and work required by a construction contract. They do not include cost, quantity, or drawn information, and so need to be read alongside other information such as quantities, schedules, and drawings.
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		+	= What are the different types of specification? =

	Specifications vary considerably depending on the stage to which the design has been developed, ranging from performance specifications (open specifications) that require further design work to be carried out, to prescriptive specifications (closed specifications) where the design is already complete.		Specifications vary considerably depending on the stage to which the design has been developed, ranging from performance specifications (open specifications) that require further design work to be carried out, to prescriptive specifications (closed specifications) where the design is already complete.

−	~~Having a prescriptive specification when a contract~~ is ~~tendered gives~~ the ~~client more certainty about~~ the ~~end product, whereas a performance specification gives suppliers more scope~~ to ~~innovate and adopt cost-effective methods~~ of ~~work~~, ~~potentially offering better value for money~~.	+	Performance (open) specifications describe the result that is required from particular items and leave it to the contractor or supplier to satisfy that requirement. In effect it requires the contractor or supplier to complete the design. The nature of the performance required may be defined by the desired outcome, or by reference to standards. For more information, see: Performance specification.

−	~~Typically, performance~~ specifications ~~are written on projects that are straight-forward and are well-known building types. For more information, see Performance specification.~~	+	Prescriptive specifications typically contain detailed descriptions of the following components:

−	Whereas prescriptive specifications are written for more complex buildings. For more information see: Prescriptive specifications.	+	* General requirements relating to regulations and standards.
		+	* The type of products and materials required.
		+	* The execution and installation methods required.
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		+	For more information see: Prescriptive specifications.
		+
		+	= What is the difference between prescriptive specifications and performance specifications? =
		+
		+	Having a prescriptive specification when a contract is tendered gives the client more certainty about the end product, whereas a performance specification gives suppliers more scope to innovate and adopt cost-effective methods of work, potentially offering better value for money.
		+
		+	Typically, performance specifications are written on projects that are straight-forward and are well-known building types. Whereas prescriptive specifications are written for more complex buildings. For more information see: Prescriptive specifications.

	They can also be used in combination. Items crucial to the design may be specified prescriptively (such as external cladding) whilst less critical items may be specified only by performance (such as service lifts).		They can also be used in combination. Items crucial to the design may be specified prescriptively (such as external cladding) whilst less critical items may be specified only by performance (such as service lifts).

−	Key to deciding whether to specify a building component prescriptively or not, is considering who is most likely to achieve best value, the client, the designers or the contractor:	+	Key to deciding whether to specify a building component prescriptively or not, is considering who is most likely to achieve best value when selecting an item, the client, the designers or the contractor:

	* Large clients may be able to procure certain products at competitive rates themselves (for example the government).		* Large clients may be able to procure certain products at competitive rates themselves (for example the government).
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	* The contractor may be best placed to specify products that affect buildability.		* The contractor may be best placed to specify products that affect buildability.

−	Specifications should be developed alongside the design, increasing in level of detail as the design progresses.They should not be left until the preparation of production information. By tender, they should describe every aspect of the building in such a way that there is no uncertainty about what ~~the contractor~~ is ~~pricing~~.	+	= How is a specification prepared? =
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		+	Specifications should be developed alongside the design, increasing in level of detail as the design progresses.They should not be left until the preparation of production information.
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		+	The first stage in the development of a specification is the preparation of an outline specification. An outline specification is a brief description of the main components to be used in construction. They should be described in sufficient detail to allow the cost consultant to prepare some approximate quantities. For more information see: Outline specification.
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		+	By the tender stage (when prices are sought from potential suppliers), they should describe every aspect of the building in such a way that there is no uncertainty about what is required.
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		+	Aspects of the works are generally specified by product or by workmanship:

−	~~Aspects~~ of ~~the works are generally specified~~ by:	+	* Products: by standard, a description of attributes, naming (perhaps allowing equivalent alternatives) or by nominating suppliers.
		+	* Workmanship: by compliance with manufacturers requirements, reference to a code of practice or standards, or by approval of samples or by testing.

−	* Products (by standard~~, a description~~ of ~~attributes, naming (perhaps allowing equivalent alternatives) or~~ by ~~nominating suppliers).~~	+	It should be possible to verify the standard of products and workmanship by testing, inspection, mock-ups and samples, and documentation such as manufacturer's certificates.
−	* Workmanship (by compliance with manufacturers requirements, ~~reference to a code of practice or standards~~, ~~or by approval of~~ samples ~~or by testing)~~.	+

−	It should be ~~possible~~ to ~~verify standards~~ of ~~products and workmanship by testing, inspection, mock~~-~~ups and samples,~~ and ~~documentation such as manufacturer's certificates~~.	+	Specifications should be structured according to work packages, mirroring the separation of the works into sub-contracts. This makes it easier for suppliers to price and so may result in a more accurate tender.

−	Specifications should be structured according to work packages mirroring the separation of the works into sub-contracts. This makes it easier for the contractor to price and so may result in a more accurate tender. A standard classification system should be followed, such as Uniclass.	+	A standard classification system should be followed, such as Uniclass.

−	= Related articles =	+	= Related articles on Designing Buildings =

	* Bill of quantities BOQ		* Bill of quantities BOQ
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	* Construction Specifications Institute CSI.		* Construction Specifications Institute CSI.
	* Final specifications.		* Final specifications.
−	* MasterFormat.
−	* NBS Chorus.
−	* NBS Source.
	* Performance specification.		* Performance specification.
	* Prescriptive specification.		* Prescriptive specification.
−	* Specification guidance for construction	+	* Specification guidance for construction.
−	* Tender documentation for construction projects	+	* Tender documentation for construction projects.
−	* Schedule of work for construction	+	* Schedule of work for construction.
−	* Technical specification	+	* Technical specification.
−	* Outline specification	+	* Outline specification.
	* Output-based specification.		* Output-based specification.
	* Green Guide to Specification.		* Green Guide to Specification.
−	* Schedule	+	* Schedule.
	* Common Arrangement of Work Sections.		* Common Arrangement of Work Sections.

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−	~~A specification can be of anything and a [[Construction_project\|Construction project]] specification covers all~~ the ~~details needed for a project ranging from where? who? when? why? to information identifying precisely~~, ~~the hows?~~, ~~what? do's? don'ts? cans?~~ and cants? in elemental form and component breakdowns. Either of a system or stage, one such system of stages is the [[BREEAM_%26_the_RIBA_Work_Stages\|BREEAM & the RIBA Work Stages]]. Other systems of project specification, are identifying the planning methods such as [[Collaborative_planning\|Collaborative planning]], and programme management techniques such as; [[Design_risk_management\|Design risk management]], time management and material specification adopted by ~~the client, and specified by the project.<br />~~	+	Specifications describe the products, materials, and work required by a construction contract. They do not include cost, quantity, or drawn information, and so need to be read alongside other information such as quantities, schedules, and drawings.
−	~~<br />~~	+
−	~~From inception and~~ a [[Client_brief\|Client brief]] for instance specifications can be sought for the [[1a:_Preparation_and_brief_(appraisals)\|Preparation and brief (appraisals)]], and a [[Access_consultant_for_building_design_and_construction\|Access consultant for building design and construction]]. ~~During the feasibility stages~~, ~~the frame work of the entire project is covered~~, ~~and here is when the [[BS_8534_Construction_procurement_policies,_strategies_and_procedures_-_Code_of_practice\|BS 8534 Construction procurement policies~~, ~~strategies~~ and procedures - Code of practice]] provides a good place for a procurement specification. Further more a team appraises and procures the brief, a specification is then made from the project team, on what tender route to ~~advertise, and here is an example of a [[2_stage_tendering\|2 stage tendering]] route. beyond this their are~~ other ~~specifications that can include Products~~, ~~materials, work~~, and ~~[[Project\|project]] required by a construction contract~~. Specifications vary considerably depending on the stage to which the design has been developed, ranging from performance specifications (open specifications) that require further design work to be carried out, to prescriptive specifications (closed specifications) where the design is already complete. Having a prescriptive specification when a contract is tendered gives the client more certainty about the end product, whereas a performance specification gives suppliers more scope to innovate and adopt cost-effective methods of work, potentially offering better value for money. Typically, performance specifications are written on projects that are straight-forward and are well-known building types. For more information, see Performance specification. Whereas prescriptive specifications are written for more complex buildings. For more information see: Prescriptive specifications. They can also be used in combination. Items crucial to the design may be specified prescriptively (such as external cladding) whilst less critical items may be specified only by performance (such as service lifts). Key to deciding whether to specify a building component prescriptively or not, is considering who is most likely to achieve best value, the client, the designers or the contractor: * Large clients may be able to procure certain products at competitive rates themselves (for example the government). * Some designers may have particular experience of using a specific product (although some clients may not allow designers to specify particular products as they believe it restricts competition and innovation and may relieve the contractor of their liability for 'fitness for purpose'). * The contractor may be best placed to specify products that affect buildability. Specifications should be developed alongside the design, increasing in level of detail as the design progresses.They should not be left until the preparation of production information. By tender, they should describe every aspect of the building in such a way that there is no uncertainty about what the contractor is pricing. Aspects of the works are generally specified by: * Products (by standard, a description of attributes, naming (perhaps allowing equivalent alternatives) or by nominating suppliers). * Workmanship (by compliance with manufacturers requirements, reference to a code of practice or standards, or by approval of samples or by testing). It should be possible to verify standards of products and workmanship by testing, inspection, mock-ups and samples, and documentation such as manufacturer's certificates. Specifications should be structured according to work packages mirroring the separation of the works into sub-contracts. This makes it easier for the contractor to price and so may result in a more accurate tender. A standard classification system should be followed, such as Uniclass. = Related articles = * Bill of quantities BOQ * Construction Specifications Canada CSC. * Construction Specifications Institute CSI. * Final specifications. * MasterFormat. * NBS Chorus. * NBS Source. * Performance specification. * Prescriptive specification. * Specification guidance for construction * Tender documentation for construction projects * Schedule of work for construction * Technical specification * Outline specification * Output-based specification. * Green Guide to Specification. * Schedule * Common Arrangement of Work Sections.	+	Specifications vary considerably depending on the stage to which the design has been developed, ranging from performance specifications (open specifications) that require further design work to be carried out, to prescriptive specifications (closed specifications) where the design is already complete.
		+
		+	Having a prescriptive specification when a contract is tendered gives the client more certainty about the end product, whereas a performance specification gives suppliers more scope to innovate and adopt cost-effective methods of work, potentially offering better value for money.
		+
		+	Typically, performance specifications are written on projects that are straight-forward and are well-known building types. For more information, see Performance specification.
		+
		+	Whereas prescriptive specifications are written for more complex buildings. For more information see: Prescriptive specifications.
		+
		+	They can also be used in combination. Items crucial to the design may be specified prescriptively (such as external cladding) whilst less critical items may be specified only by performance (such as service lifts).
		+
		+	Key to deciding whether to specify a building component prescriptively or not, is considering who is most likely to achieve best value, the client, the designers or the contractor:
		+
		+	* Large clients may be able to procure certain products at competitive rates themselves (for example the government).
		+	* Some designers may have particular experience of using a specific product (although some clients may not allow designers to specify particular products as they believe it restricts competition and innovation and may relieve the contractor of their liability for 'fitness for purpose').
		+	* The contractor may be best placed to specify products that affect buildability.
		+
		+	Specifications should be developed alongside the design, increasing in level of detail as the design progresses.They should not be left until the preparation of production information. By tender, they should describe every aspect of the building in such a way that there is no uncertainty about what the contractor is pricing.
		+
		+	Aspects of the works are generally specified by:
		+
		+	* Products (by standard, a description of attributes, naming (perhaps allowing equivalent alternatives) or by nominating suppliers).
		+	* Workmanship (by compliance with manufacturers requirements, reference to a code of practice or standards, or by approval of samples or by testing).
		+
		+	It should be possible to verify standards of products and workmanship by testing, inspection, mock-ups and samples, and documentation such as manufacturer's certificates.
		+
		+	Specifications should be structured according to work packages mirroring the separation of the works into sub-contracts. This makes it easier for the contractor to price and so may result in a more accurate tender. A standard classification system should be followed, such as Uniclass.
		+
		+	= Related articles =
		+
		+	* Bill of quantities BOQ
		+	* Construction Specifications Canada CSC.
		+	* Construction Specifications Institute CSI.
		+	* Final specifications.
		+	* MasterFormat.
		+	* NBS Chorus.
		+	* NBS Source.
		+	* Performance specification.
		+	* Prescriptive specification.
		+	* Specification guidance for construction
		+	* Tender documentation for construction projects
		+	* Schedule of work for construction
		+	* Technical specification
		+	* Outline specification
		+	* Output-based specification.
		+	* Green Guide to Specification.
		+	* Schedule
		+	* Common Arrangement of Work Sections.

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−	A specification can be of anything and a [[Construction_project\|Construction project]] specification covers all the details needed for a project ranging from where? who? when? why? to information identifying precisely, the hows?, what? do's? don'ts? cans? and cants? in elemental form and component breakdowns. Either of a system or stage, one such system of stages is the [[BREEAM_%26_the_RIBA_Work_Stages\|BREEAM & the RIBA Work Stages]].	+	A specification can be of anything and a [[Construction_project\|Construction project]] specification covers all the details needed for a project ranging from where? who? when? why? to information identifying precisely, the hows?, what? do's? don'ts? cans? and cants? in elemental form and component breakdowns. Either of a system or stage, one such system of stages is the [[BREEAM_%26_the_RIBA_Work_Stages\|BREEAM & the RIBA Work Stages]]. Other systems of project specification, are identifying the planning methods such as [[Collaborative_planning\|Collaborative planning]], and programme management techniques such as; [[Design_risk_management\|Design risk management]], time management and material specification adopted by the client, and specified by the project.<br />
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−	Other systems of project specification, are identifying the planning methods such as [[Collaborative_planning\|Collaborative planning]], and programme management techniques such as; [[Design_risk_management\|Design risk management]], time management and material specification adopted by the client, and specified by the project.<br />	+
	<br />		<br />
−	From inception and a [[Client_brief\|Client brief]] for instance specifications can be sought for the [[1a:_Preparation_and_brief_(appraisals)\|Preparation and brief (appraisals)]], and a [[Access_consultant_for_building_design_and_construction\|Access consultant for building design and construction]].	+	From inception and a [[Client_brief\|Client brief]] for instance specifications can be sought for the [[1a:_Preparation_and_brief_(appraisals)\|Preparation and brief (appraisals)]], and a [[Access_consultant_for_building_design_and_construction\|Access consultant for building design and construction]]. During the feasibility stages, the frame work of the entire project is covered, and here is when the [[BS_8534_Construction_procurement_policies,_strategies_and_procedures_-_Code_of_practice\|BS 8534 Construction procurement policies, strategies and procedures - Code of practice]] provides a good place for a procurement specification. Further more a team appraises and procures the brief, a specification is then made from the project team, on what tender route to advertise, and here is an example of a [[2_stage_tendering\|2 stage tendering]] route. beyond this their are other specifications that can include Products, materials, work, and [[Project\|project]] required by a construction contract. Specifications vary considerably depending on the stage to which the design has been developed, ranging from performance specifications (open specifications) that require further design work to be carried out, to prescriptive specifications (closed specifications) where the design is already complete. Having a prescriptive specification when a contract is tendered gives the client more certainty about the end product, whereas a performance specification gives suppliers more scope to innovate and adopt cost-effective methods of work, potentially offering better value for money. Typically, performance specifications are written on projects that are straight-forward and are well-known building types. For more information, see Performance specification. Whereas prescriptive specifications are written for more complex buildings. For more information see: Prescriptive specifications. They can also be used in combination. Items crucial to the design may be specified prescriptively (such as external cladding) whilst less critical items may be specified only by performance (such as service lifts). Key to deciding whether to specify a building component prescriptively or not, is considering who is most likely to achieve best value, the client, the designers or the contractor: * Large clients may be able to procure certain products at competitive rates themselves (for example the government). * Some designers may have particular experience of using a specific product (although some clients may not allow designers to specify particular products as they believe it restricts competition and innovation and may relieve the contractor of their liability for 'fitness for purpose'). * The contractor may be best placed to specify products that affect buildability. Specifications should be developed alongside the design, increasing in level of detail as the design progresses.They should not be left until the preparation of production information. By tender, they should describe every aspect of the building in such a way that there is no uncertainty about what the contractor is pricing. Aspects of the works are generally specified by: * Products (by standard, a description of attributes, naming (perhaps allowing equivalent alternatives) or by nominating suppliers). * Workmanship (by compliance with manufacturers requirements, reference to a code of practice or standards, or by approval of samples or by testing). It should be possible to verify standards of products and workmanship by testing, inspection, mock-ups and samples, and documentation such as manufacturer's certificates. Specifications should be structured according to work packages mirroring the separation of the works into sub-contracts. This makes it easier for the contractor to price and so may result in a more accurate tender. A standard classification system should be followed, such as Uniclass. = Related articles = * Bill of quantities BOQ * Construction Specifications Canada CSC. * Construction Specifications Institute CSI. * Final specifications. * MasterFormat. * NBS Chorus. * NBS Source. * Performance specification. * Prescriptive specification. * Specification guidance for construction * Tender documentation for construction projects * Schedule of work for construction * Technical specification * Outline specification * Output-based specification. * Green Guide to Specification. * Schedule * Common Arrangement of Work Sections.
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−	During the feasibility stages, the frame work of the entire project is covered, and here is when the [[BS_8534_Construction_procurement_policies,_strategies_and_procedures_-_Code_of_practice\|BS 8534 Construction procurement policies, strategies and procedures - Code of practice]] provides a good place for a procurement specification. Further more a team appraises and procures the brief, a specification is then made from the project team, on what tender route to advertise, and here is an example of a [[2_stage_tendering\|2 stage tendering]] route. beyond this their are other specifications that can include Products, materials, work, and [[Project\|project]] required by a construction contract.	+
−		+
−	Specifications vary considerably depending on the stage to which the design has been developed, ranging from performance specifications (open specifications) that require further design work to be carried out, to prescriptive specifications (closed specifications) where the design is already complete.	+
−		+
−	Having a prescriptive specification when a contract is tendered gives the client more certainty about the end product, whereas a performance specification gives suppliers more scope to innovate and adopt cost-effective methods of work, potentially offering better value for money.	+
−		+
−	Typically, performance specifications are written on projects that are straight-forward and are well-known building types. For more information, see Performance specification.	+
−		+
−	Whereas prescriptive specifications are written for more complex buildings. For more information see: Prescriptive specifications.	+
−		+
−	They can also be used in combination. Items crucial to the design may be specified prescriptively (such as external cladding) whilst less critical items may be specified only by performance (such as service lifts).	+
−		+
−	Key to deciding whether to specify a building component prescriptively or not, is considering who is most likely to achieve best value, the client, the designers or the contractor:	+
−		+
−	* Large clients may be able to procure certain products at competitive rates themselves (for example the government).	+
−	* Some designers may have particular experience of using a specific product (although some clients may not allow designers to specify particular products as they believe it restricts competition and innovation and may relieve the contractor of their liability for 'fitness for purpose').	+
−	* The contractor may be best placed to specify products that affect buildability.	+
−		+
−	Specifications should be developed alongside the design, increasing in level of detail as the design progresses.They should not be left until the preparation of production information. By tender, they should describe every aspect of the building in such a way that there is no uncertainty about what the contractor is pricing.	+
−		+
−	Aspects of the works are generally specified by:	+
−		+
−	* Products (by standard, a description of attributes, naming (perhaps allowing equivalent alternatives) or by nominating suppliers).	+
−	* Workmanship (by compliance with manufacturers requirements, reference to a code of practice or standards, or by approval of samples or by testing).	+
−		+
−	It should be possible to verify standards of products and workmanship by testing, inspection, mock-ups and samples, and documentation such as manufacturer's certificates.	+
−		+
−	Specifications should be structured according to work packages mirroring the separation of the works into sub-contracts. This makes it easier for the contractor to price and so may result in a more accurate tender. A standard classification system should be followed, such as Uniclass.	+
−		+
−	= Related articles =	+
−		+
−	* Bill of quantities BOQ	+
−	* Construction Specifications Canada CSC.	+
−	* Construction Specifications Institute CSI.	+
−	* Final specifications.	+
−	* MasterFormat.	+
−	* NBS Chorus.	+
−	* NBS Source.	+
−	* Performance specification.	+
−	* Prescriptive specification.	+
−	* Specification guidance for construction	+
−	* Tender documentation for construction projects	+
−	* Schedule of work for construction	+
−	* Technical specification	+
−	* Outline specification	+
−	* Output-based specification.	+
−	* Green Guide to Specification.	+
−	* Schedule	+
−	* Common Arrangement of Work Sections.	+

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	From inception and a [[Client_brief\|Client brief]] for instance specifications can be sought for the [[1a:_Preparation_and_brief_(appraisals)\|Preparation and brief (appraisals)]], and a [[Access_consultant_for_building_design_and_construction\|Access consultant for building design and construction]].		From inception and a [[Client_brief\|Client brief]] for instance specifications can be sought for the [[1a:_Preparation_and_brief_(appraisals)\|Preparation and brief (appraisals)]], and a [[Access_consultant_for_building_design_and_construction\|Access consultant for building design and construction]].

−	During the feasibility stages, the frame work of the entire project is covered, and here is when the [[BS_8534_Construction_procurement_policies,_strategies_and_procedures_-_Code_of_practice\|BS 8534 Construction procurement policies, strategies and procedures - Code of practice]] provides a good place for a procurement specification. Further more a team appraises and procures the brief, a specification is then made from the project team, on what tender route to advertise, and here is an example of a [[2_stage_tendering\|2 stage tendering]] route. beyond this their are other specifications ~~thst~~ can include Products, materials, work, and [[Project\|project]] required by a construction contract.	+	During the feasibility stages, the frame work of the entire project is covered, and here is when the [[BS_8534_Construction_procurement_policies,_strategies_and_procedures_-_Code_of_practice\|BS 8534 Construction procurement policies, strategies and procedures - Code of practice]] provides a good place for a procurement specification. Further more a team appraises and procures the brief, a specification is then made from the project team, on what tender route to advertise, and here is an example of a [[2_stage_tendering\|2 stage tendering]] route. beyond this their are other specifications that can include Products, materials, work, and [[Project\|project]] required by a construction contract.

	Specifications vary considerably depending on the stage to which the design has been developed, ranging from performance specifications (open specifications) that require further design work to be carried out, to prescriptive specifications (closed specifications) where the design is already complete.		Specifications vary considerably depending on the stage to which the design has been developed, ranging from performance specifications (open specifications) that require further design work to be carried out, to prescriptive specifications (closed specifications) where the design is already complete.

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	From inception and a [[Client_brief\|Client brief]] for instance specifications can be sought for the [[1a:_Preparation_and_brief_(appraisals)\|Preparation and brief (appraisals)]], and a [[Access_consultant_for_building_design_and_construction\|Access consultant for building design and construction]].		From inception and a [[Client_brief\|Client brief]] for instance specifications can be sought for the [[1a:_Preparation_and_brief_(appraisals)\|Preparation and brief (appraisals)]], and a [[Access_consultant_for_building_design_and_construction\|Access consultant for building design and construction]].

−	During the feasibility stages, the frame work of the entire project is covered, and here is when the [[BS_8534_Construction_procurement_policies,_strategies_and_procedures_-_Code_of_practice\|BS 8534 Construction procurement policies, strategies and procedures - Code of practice]] provides a good place for a procurement specification. Further more a team appraises and procures the brief, a specification is then made from the project team, on what tender route to advertise, and here is an example of a [[2_stage_tendering\|2 stage tendering]] route. beyond this ~~othe rspecifications~~ include Products, materials, work, and [[Project\|project]] required by a construction contract.	+	During the feasibility stages, the frame work of the entire project is covered, and here is when the [[BS_8534_Construction_procurement_policies,_strategies_and_procedures_-_Code_of_practice\|BS 8534 Construction procurement policies, strategies and procedures - Code of practice]] provides a good place for a procurement specification. Further more a team appraises and procures the brief, a specification is then made from the project team, on what tender route to advertise, and here is an example of a [[2_stage_tendering\|2 stage tendering]] route. beyond this their are other specifications thst can include Products, materials, work, and [[Project\|project]] required by a construction contract.

	Specifications vary considerably depending on the stage to which the design has been developed, ranging from performance specifications (open specifications) that require further design work to be carried out, to prescriptive specifications (closed specifications) where the design is already complete.		Specifications vary considerably depending on the stage to which the design has been developed, ranging from performance specifications (open specifications) that require further design work to be carried out, to prescriptive specifications (closed specifications) where the design is already complete.

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−	A specification can be of anything and a [[Construction_project\|Construction project]] specification covers all the details needed for a project ranging from where? who? when? why? to information identifying precisely, the hows?, what? do's? don'ts? cans? and cants? in elemental form and component breakdowns. Either of a system or stage, one such system of stages is the [[BREEAM_~~&_the_RIBA_Work_Stages~~\|BREEAM & the RIBA Work Stages]].	+	A specification can be of anything and a [[Construction_project\|Construction project]] specification covers all the details needed for a project ranging from where? who? when? why? to information identifying precisely, the hows?, what? do's? don'ts? cans? and cants? in elemental form and component breakdowns. Either of a system or stage, one such system of stages is the [[BREEAM_%26_the_RIBA_Work_Stages\|BREEAM & the RIBA Work Stages]].

−	Other systems of project specification, are identifying the planning methods such as [[Collaborative_planning\|Collaborative planning]], and programme management techniques such as; [[Design_risk_management\|Design risk management]], time management and material specification ~~aopted~~ by the client, and specified by the project.<br />	+	Other systems of project specification, are identifying the planning methods such as [[Collaborative_planning\|Collaborative planning]], and programme management techniques such as; [[Design_risk_management\|Design risk management]], time management and material specification adopted by the client, and specified by the project.<br />
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	From inception and a [[Client_brief\|Client brief]] for instance specifications can be sought for the [[1a:_Preparation_and_brief_(appraisals)\|Preparation and brief (appraisals)]], and a [[Access_consultant_for_building_design_and_construction\|Access consultant for building design and construction]].		From inception and a [[Client_brief\|Client brief]] for instance specifications can be sought for the [[1a:_Preparation_and_brief_(appraisals)\|Preparation and brief (appraisals)]], and a [[Access_consultant_for_building_design_and_construction\|Access consultant for building design and construction]].

−	During the feasibility stages, the frame work of the entire project is covered, and here is when the [[BS_8534_Construction_procurement_policies,_strategies_and_procedures_-_Code_of_practice\|BS 8534 Construction procurement policies, strategies and procedures - Code of practice]] provides a good place for a procurement specification. Further more a team appraises and procures the brief, a specification is then made from the project team, on what tender route to advertise, and here is an example of a [[2_stage_tendering\|2 stage tendering]] route. beyond this othe rspecifications include Products, materials, work, and [[~~project~~\|project]] required by a construction contract.	+	During the feasibility stages, the frame work of the entire project is covered, and here is when the [[BS_8534_Construction_procurement_policies,_strategies_and_procedures_-_Code_of_practice\|BS 8534 Construction procurement policies, strategies and procedures - Code of practice]] provides a good place for a procurement specification. Further more a team appraises and procures the brief, a specification is then made from the project team, on what tender route to advertise, and here is an example of a [[2_stage_tendering\|2 stage tendering]] route. beyond this othe rspecifications include Products, materials, work, and [[Project\|project]] required by a construction contract.

	Specifications vary considerably depending on the stage to which the design has been developed, ranging from performance specifications (open specifications) that require further design work to be carried out, to prescriptive specifications (closed specifications) where the design is already complete.		Specifications vary considerably depending on the stage to which the design has been developed, ranging from performance specifications (open specifications) that require further design work to be carried out, to prescriptive specifications (closed specifications) where the design is already complete.

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−	~~Specifications describe~~ the ~~products~~, ~~materials~~, and ~~work required~~ by a construction ~~contract~~. ~~They do not include cost~~, ~~quantity~~, ~~or drawn information~~, and ~~so need~~ to ~~be read alongside other information such as quantities~~, ~~schedules~~, and ~~drawings~~.	+	A specification can be of anything and a [[Construction_project\|Construction project]] specification covers all the details needed for a project ranging from where? who? when? why? to information identifying precisely, the hows?, what? do's? don'ts? cans? and cants? in elemental form and component breakdowns. Either of a system or stage, one such system of stages is the [[BREEAM_&_the_RIBA_Work_Stages\|BREEAM & the RIBA Work Stages]].
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		+	Other systems of project specification, are identifying the planning methods such as [[Collaborative_planning\|Collaborative planning]], and programme management techniques such as; [[Design_risk_management\|Design risk management]], time management and material specification aopted by the client, and specified by the project.<br />
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		+	From inception and a [[Client_brief\|Client brief]] for instance specifications can be sought for the [[1a:_Preparation_and_brief_(appraisals)\|Preparation and brief (appraisals)]], and a [[Access_consultant_for_building_design_and_construction\|Access consultant for building design and construction]].
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		+	During the feasibility stages, the frame work of the entire project is covered, and here is when the [[BS_8534_Construction_procurement_policies,_strategies_and_procedures_-_Code_of_practice\|BS 8534 Construction procurement policies, strategies and procedures - Code of practice]] provides a good place for a procurement specification. Further more a team appraises and procures the brief, a specification is then made from the project team, on what tender route to advertise, and here is an example of a [[2_stage_tendering\|2 stage tendering]] route. beyond this othe rspecifications include Products, materials, work, and [[project\|project]] required by a construction contract.

	Specifications vary considerably depending on the stage to which the design has been developed, ranging from performance specifications (open specifications) that require further design work to be carried out, to prescriptive specifications (closed specifications) where the design is already complete.		Specifications vary considerably depending on the stage to which the design has been developed, ranging from performance specifications (open specifications) that require further design work to be carried out, to prescriptive specifications (closed specifications) where the design is already complete.

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	* Common Arrangement of Work Sections.		* Common Arrangement of Work Sections.

−	[[Category:Articles_needing_more_work]] [[Category:DCN_Definition]] [[Category:DCN_Guidance]] [[Category:Circular_economy]] [[Category:Definitions]] [[Category:Planning_permission]] [[Category:Policy]] [[Category:Regulations]] [[Category:Sustainability]] [[Category:Taxation]] [[Category:Appointments]] [[Category:Client_procedures]] [[Category:Construction_management]] [[Category:Construction_techniques]] [[Category:Contracts_/_payment~~]] [[Category:Cost_/_business_planning~~]] [[Category:Design]] [[Category:Procurement~~]] [[Category:Products_/_components]] [[Category:Property_development]] [[Category:Public_procedures]] [[Category:Roles_/_services]] [[Category:BIM~~]]	+	[[Category:Articles_needing_more_work]] [[Category:DCN_Definition]] [[Category:DCN_Guidance]] [[Category:Circular_economy]] [[Category:Contracts_/_payment]] [[Category:Design]] [[Category:Procurement]]