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- The **Dubai Municipality BIM Mandate (Circular No. 196)** requires BIM Level 2 for buildings over **40 floors, 300,000 sq. ft., or critical infrastructure projects**.
- Compliance is mandatory for design, construction, and operation phases.
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- A structured **BIM Execution Plan (BEP)** is required, defining roles, responsibilities, and workflows.
- Ensures collaboration among stakeholders (architects, engineers, contractors).
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- Dubai follows **OmniClass** and **Uniclass** standards for consistent data organization.
- Ensures seamless data exchange between different software platforms.
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- Structured data handover for facility management.
- Ensures smooth transition from construction to operations.
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- Uses **Industry Foundation Classes (IFC)** for vendor-neutral BIM models.
- Aligns with **ISO 19650** for international best practices.
How to Adopt Dubai BIM Standards Successfully
1. Assess Organizational Readiness**
- Conduct a **BIM maturity assessment** to identify gaps.
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2. Develop a BIM Execution Plan (BEP)**
- Define **project objectives, LOD (Level of Detail), and collaboration protocols**.
- Assign **BIM managers** to oversee compliance.
3. Invest in Technology & Training**
- Implement **cloud-based BIM collaboration tools (BIM 360, Revizto)**.
- Upskill staff through **Dubai BIM-certified training programs**.
4. Ensure Compliance with Dubai Municipality Guidelines**
- Follow **Dubai BIM Guidelines** for model submission and approvals.
- Use **Dubaiโs Common Data Environment (CDE)** for document management.
5. Collaborate with BIM Experts & Authorities**
- Engage **BIM consultants** familiar with Dubaiโs regulations.
- Participate in **Dubai BIM workshops** and government-led initiatives.
Benefits of Adopting Dubai BIM Standards**
โ Enhanced project efficiency** (reduced errors, clash detection)
โ Cost savings** (better resource planning, fewer reworks)
โ Improved sustainability** (energy analysis, lifecycle management)
โ Seamless handover** (digital twins for smart city integration)
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