The adoption of Building Information Modeling (BIM) is not limited to the technical and design sphere. With the compulsory nature of BIM enshrined in the new Public Contracts Code (Legislative Decree 36/2023), it becomes essential to integrate Legal BIM into tender and public procurement management processes, but this does not exclude the benefits of its application in private procurement as well.
Legal BIM represents the set of legal and regulatory activities designed to ensure that BIM implementation is fully compliant from contractual, regulatory and data protection perspectives. Professional support on these aspects is indispensable today for procuring entities, contractors , and anyone involved in contract management.
Contract consulting for BIM-oriented contracts
One of the most critical aspects of BIM adoption is the proper drafting and negotiation of contracts. Our contract consulting is designed to support those involved in:
- Integration of BIM specifications into contract documents, including information specifications (IC) and information management plans (pGI)
- Defining responsibilities for creating, managing and updating information models (Model Management)
- Regulation of the conditions of sharing and use of data and digital models, among the different actors involved (designers, DL, companies, CSE, testers, etc.).
- Protection of intellectual property, with clear clauses on rights of use, reuse and transfer of models and information contained therein.
These activities aim to reduce legal risks arising from ambiguities or shortcomings in contracts, contributing to greater efficiency, transparency and traceability throughout the entire life cycle of the work.
Regulatory and regulatory compliance
Digitization of building processes requirescompliance with current regulations, not only national but also international. We offer operational support to ensure full regulatory compliance of BIM, acting on:
- Verification of compliance (with the requirements of the Public Contracts Code, where applicable), with a focus on information requirements, interoperability, and digital document management
- Adherence to UNI 11337 and ISO 19650 standards, which are essential for proper structuring of information flows
- Data security and protection compliance with GDPR and local regulations on digital data management in the public sector
- Alignment with any regional guidelines or sectoral guidelines, which may supplement or reinforce national requirements.
Our service enables public agencies to avoid disputes, procedural delays or penalties related to technical or documentary nonconformities, ensuring a safe and structured transition to the digital BIM paradigm.
Why rely on Legal BIM consulting
Integrating Legal BIM into administrative procedures is now a necessity, not an option. Our dedicated consultancy to Contracting Stations and Contractors enables:
- Preventing legal conflicts and litigation
- Increase the quality and efficiency of processes and contract management
- Ensure transparency and traceability throughout the life cycle of the order
- Support professionals involved in the proper application of regulatory and contractual provisions regarding BIM.
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