AMG

Automated Machine Guidance

BCF

BIM Collaboration Format

BEP

BIM Execution Plan

BIM

Building Information Modeling

CADD

Computer-Aided Design and Drafting

CDE

Common Data Environment

DOT

Department of Transportation

FedRAMP

Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program

GIS

Geographic Information System

IDS

Information Delivery Specification

IFC

Industry Foundation Classes

ISTQB

International Software Testing Qualifications Board

Information Technology

LOD

Level of Detail

LOI

Level of Information

LOIN

Level of Information Need

MET

Model Element Table

PDCA

Plan-Do-Check-Act

Quality Assurance

Quality Control

ROW

Right of Way

SaaS

Software as a Service

SME

Subject Matter Expert

SPOT

Simple Property-Oriented Threat

Digital Model–Based Project Development and Delivery: A Guide for Quality Management
2025

Download PDF

You must be logged in to download this publication.

Select Book Type

Paperback - $23.40
Ebook - $18.89

Buy the book

Request an exam or desk copy

State departments of transportation (DOTs) have begun changing the medium of construction contract documents from paper or 2D plans to 3D models that are contractually binding. The driver of this major change is the ability for contractors and inspectors to use 3D models directly to support project activities and communicate the design intent. However, changing the medium of construction contract documents has created challenges for state DOTs, including a need for robust review and documentation procedures as well as a lack of automated quality control and quality assurance management processes for 3D models.

NCHRP Research Report 1153: Digital Model–Based Project Development and Delivery: A Guide for Quality Management, from TRB’s National Cooperative Highway Research Program, presents state-of-the-art information to assist state DOTs in their review of 3D models that are contractually binding and to advance the use of digital project development and delivery.

Supplemental to the report are NCHRP Web-Only Document 428: Quality Management for Digital Model–Based Project Development and Delivery, Appendix F Addendum: Review Checklist Spreadsheet, an implementation plan, and a webinar presentation.

Additional materials

Appendix F Addendum
Implementation Plan
Webinar Slides
Accessible PDF

Publication information

106 pages · 8.5 x 11 · paperback
ISBN Paperback: 0-309-99422-5
ISBN Ebook: 0-309-99423-3
DOI: https://doi.org/10.17226/29171

Suggested citation

National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. 2025. Digital Model–Based Project Development and Delivery: A Guide for Quality Management. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press.

Import this citation to:

Bibtext
EndNote
Reference manager

First Name
Last Name
Email (required)
I agree to receive emails from the National Academies (required)

We respect your privacy and will never share your information.

Search this publication

Front Matter i-x
Summary 1-2
1 Introduction 3-10
2 Quality Management Concepts 11-19
3 Records Management 20-27
4 Model Reviews 28-39
5 Components of Review 40-49
6 Agency Considerations for Implementing This Guide 50-59
References and Bibliography 60-60
Acronyms 61-62
Appendix A: Glossary 63-68
Appendix B: Model Elements Taxonomy 69-72
Appendix C: Review Documentation Property Set 73-76
Appendix D: Competencies 77-80
Appendix E: Review Procedures 81-88
Appendix F: Sample Quality Artifacts and Checklists 89-96

Log In

Former MyNAP users: You'll need to reset your password on your first login to MyAcademies. Click "Forgot password" below to receive a reset link via email. Having trouble? Visit our FAQ page to contact support.

Members of the National Academy of Sciences, National Academy of Engineering, or National Academy of Medicine should log in through their respective Academy portals.

Email (required)
Password (required)

Don't have an account?

Register

Email (required)
New password (required)
Retype password (required) Password must be at least 8 characters
I accept the terms of use
terms of use

Thank You

Thank you for creating a MyAcademies account!

Enjoy free access to thousands of National Academies' publications, a 10% discount off every purchase, and build your personal library.

Forgot Password

Enter the email address for your MyAcademies (formerly MyNAP) account to receive password reset instructions.

Email (required)

Reset Requested

We sent password reset instructions to your email . Follow the link in that email to create a new password. Didn't receive it? Check your spam folder or contact us for assistance.

Reset Password

New password (required)
Retype password (required) Password must be at least 8 characters

Reset Password

Your password has been reset.

Verify email

Verify Your Email Address

We sent a verification link to your email. Please check your inbox (and spam folder) and follow the link to verify your email address. If you did not receive the email, you can request a new verification link below

Digital Model–Based Project Development and Delivery: A Guide for Quality Management (2025)

Chapter: Acronyms

Acronyms