Building Information

Modelling (BIM) Guide for

Building Services
Installation
(Version 3.1)
Objective

The primary purpose of this Guide is to gather and present

factual materials in such a manner that project officers,
Building Services Branch both professional and technical, could obtain a common
Architectural Services Department reference of the various practices on the adoption of BIM
in design and construction for building services
installations in building projects undertaken by the Building
Services Branch of the Architectural Services Department.

Disclaimer

Whilst the Architectural Services Department endeavours to ensure the

accuracy of the contents in this Guide, no expressed or implied warranty
is given on the accuracy of any of its contents and there is no
representation, either expressed or implied, as to the suitability of the
said information and data for any particular purpose. It is hereby
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Table of Content

1. Introduction .........................................................................................................................................1
1.1 Overview ..................................................................................................................................1
1.2 Reference BIM Standards and Guidelines ...................................................................................1
1.3 Abbreviation and Terminology.....................................................................................................2
2. Data Management Requirements ..........................................................................................................3
2.1 General ....................................................................................................................................3
2.2 Project Folder Structure .............................................................................................................3
2.3 Model Division ..........................................................................................................................4
2.4 Information Exchange Formats ...................................................................................................5
2.5 General Naming Convention ......................................................................................................5
2.6 Model File Naming ....................................................................................................................6
2.7 View Naming ............................................................................................................................8
2.8 Drawing Number Naming ...........................................................................................................9
3. BIM Uses ..........................................................................................................................................10
3.1 General ..................................................................................................................................10
3.2 Design Authoring .....................................................................................................................10
3.3 Design Review ........................................................................................................................10
3.4 Existing Conditions Modelling ...................................................................................................11
3.5 Site Analysis ...........................................................................................................................11
3.6 3D Coordination ......................................................................................................................11
3.7 Cost Estimation .......................................................................................................................12
3.8 Engineering Analysis ...............................................................................................................12
3.9 Facility Energy Analysis ...........................................................................................................12
3.10 Sustainability Evaluation ..........................................................................................................12
3.11 Space Programming ................................................................................................................12
3.12 Phase Planning (4D Modelling) ................................................................................................12
3.13 Digital Fabrication ...................................................................................................................13
3.14 Site Utilization Planning ...........................................................................................................13
3.15 3D Control and Planning ..........................................................................................................13
3.16 As-built Modelling ....................................................................................................................13
3.17 Project Systems Analysis .........................................................................................................14
3.18 Maintenance Scheduling ..........................................................................................................14
3.19 Space Management and Tracking .............................................................................................14
3.20 Asset Management .................................................................................................................14
3.21 Drawing Generation (Drawing Production) .................................................................................14
4. Modelling Requirements .....................................................................................................................15
4.1 Coordinate System ..................................................................................................................15
4.2 Linking to Architectural, Landscape or Structure Models .............................................................15
4.3 Unit of Measurement ...............................................................................................................15
4.4 Date Format ...........................................................................................................................15
4.5 Scope of Modelling ..................................................................................................................16
4.6 Level of Information Need (LOIN) .............................................................................................16
4.7 Level of Graphics (LOD-G).......................................................................................................16
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4.8 Level of Information (LOD-I) .....................................................................................................17

4.8.1 Level of Documentation (DOC) .....................................................................................18
4.9 Sheet/Layout/Drawing Management .........................................................................................19
4.10 Presentation Style ...................................................................................................................19
4.11 Clearance Space for Operation and Maintenance ......................................................................19
4.12 BIM Object File for MEP ..........................................................................................................20
4.12.1 General Requirements for BIM Object Creation ..............................................................20
4.12.2 Object File Naming Convention ....................................................................................21
5. Data Requirements for Asset Management...........................................................................................22
5.1 Data Format of As-built Information ...........................................................................................22
5.2 Deliverables............................................................................................................................22

Annex A – Modelling Scope and LOIN Requirements

Annex B – Color Code and Line Style for Systems

Annex C – Sample Format of BIM Object Sheet

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1. Introduction
1.1 Overview
This Building Information Modelling (BIM) Guide for Building Services Installation (hereinafter as the “Guide”)
documented the general requirements in the management and production of BIM models and related
requirements for new works projects managed by Architectural Services Department (ArchSD). It aims at
providing the basic requirements and practices for the processing of BIM model and related deliverables at
design, construction and handover stages as reference. The Guide is formulated base on local and
international recognized BIM standards, guidelines and industry practices. BIM is still under rapid
development and this Guide would be subject to regular review and update to suit the latest development on
BIM.

1.2 Reference BIM Standards and Guidelines

This Guide has made reference to the following international and local standards and guidelines:-

(a) Development Bureau Technical Circular (Works) No. 02/2021 - Adoption of Building Information
Modelling for Capital Works Projects in Hong Kong;
(b) Development Bureau Technical Circular (Works) No. 08/2021 – Building Information Modelling
Harmonisation Guidelines for Capital Works Projects in Hong Kong;
(c) BIM Harmonisation Guidelines for Works Departments (Version 2.0 – May 2023) by the Development
Bureau;
(d) CIC BIM Standards – General (Version 2.1 - 2021) issued by Hong Kong Construction Industry
Council;
(e) CIC BIM Standards for Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (Version 2 - 2021) issued by Hong Kong
Construction Industry Council;
(f) CIC BIM Standards for Preparation of Statutory Plan Submissions (December 2020) issued by Hong
Kong Construction Industry Council;
(g) CIC BIM Guide for using BIM in generation of MEP digital drawings for statutory submissions (2021)
issued by Hong Kong Construction Industry Council;
(h) CIC Production of BIM Object Guide – General Requirements (Version 2 - 2021) issued by Hong
Kong Construction Industry Council;
(i) CIC BIM Dictionary (2021) issued by Hong Kong Construction Industry Council;
(j) Computer-Aided-Drafting Standard for Works Projects (CSWP) issued by Development Bureau of
the HKSAR Government;
(k) American Institute of Architects (AIA)’s G202-2013 Building Information Modeling Protocol Form.
(l) BS EN ISO 19650-1:2018 Organization and digitization of information about buildings and civil
engineering works, including building information modelling (BIM) – Information management using
building information modelling Part 1: Concepts and Principles;
(m) BS EN ISO 19650-2:2018 Organization and digitization of information about buildings and civil
engineering works, including building information modelling (BIM) – Information management using
building information modelling Part 2: Delivery Phase of the Assets;
(n) BS EN ISO 19650-3:2020 Organization and digitization of information about buildings and civil
engineering works, including building information modelling (BIM) – Information management using
building information modelling, Part 3: Operational phase of the assets;
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(o) BS EN ISO 19650-5:2020 Organization and digitization of information about buildings and civil
engineering works, including building information modelling (BIM) – Information management using
building information modelling, Part 5: Security-minded approach to information management;
(p) PAS 1192-3:2014 Specification for information management for the operational phase of assets using
Building Information Modelling;
(q) PAS 1192-5:2015: Specification for security-minded Building Information Modelling, digital built
environments and smart asset management;
(r) Building Information Modelling – Asset Management (BIM-AM) Standards and Guidelines issued by
Electrical and Mechanical Services Department (EMSD);
(s) BIM Guide for Facilities Upkeep issued by Property Services Branch of the Architectural Services
Department; and
(t) BIM Guide for Cost Estimation issued by Quantity Surveying Branch of the Architectural Services
Department.

1.3 Abbreviation and Terminology

The abbreviations and terminology/glossary as stated in the CIC BIM Dictionary (2021) applies.

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2. Data Management Requirements

2.1 General
Prior to BIM model production, a unified data management structure should be established for efficient BIM
collaboration and information exchange in Common Data Environment (CDE). The project setup framework
should make reference to ISO19650. A project folder setup should be developed for individual project by
the project team according to the agreed/approved BIM Execution Plan (BEP).

2.2 Project Folder Structure

Project folder structures for BIM operation in the design and construction stage are recommended as follows:

Folder Structure
ddd
Description
[Project Name/Code/Identity, e.g. InForM no.]
ddd

01 General Folder to share general information such as

contact list, project information, templates, title
block, reference materials, etc.
02 WIP
ddd

10 Architectural Folders to store work in progress (WIP) models

/information being developed by individual
20 Building Services discipline teams for internal collaboration.
30 Structural Usually the access is restricted to the individual
discipline teams.
40 Landscape Architecture
50 Quantity Surveying
60 Project Management
ddd

03 Shared
ddd

10 Architectural Folders to share approved models/information

by individual discipline team for collaboration.
20 Building Services
Only current models/information should be
30 Structural stored and outdated/obsolete files should be
moved to the "05 Archive" folder.
40 Landscape Architecture
50 Quantity Surveying
60 Project Management
ddd

04 Published
10 Architectural Folders to share authorized models/information
for publishing at milestones (usually in non-
20 Building Services
editable format) where they are ready for
30 Structural submission, procurement and construction (e.g.
GBP, Tender DWG, etc.).
40 Landscape Architecture
50 Quantity Surveying

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Folder Structure Description

60 Project Management
ddd

05 Archive
10 Architectural Folders to store historical records of file
transaction such as previously shared
20 Building Services /published models which were outdated.
30 Structural
40 Landscape Architecture
50 Quantity Surveying
60 Project Management
ddd

06 As-built
10 Admin Folders to store as-built models/information with
structure referenced to BIM Guide for Facilities
20 BIM Library
Upkeep.
30 As-built BIM
40 O&M Documentation
50 Photo
60 Drawing Sheet
70 Inspection
80 Statutory
90 Others

2.3 Model Division

A project BIM model should normally be divided into separate services/systems (e.g. air-conditioning,
electrical, fire services, plumbing, drainage, etc.). For projects with large site footprint where several
building blocks existed, the model may be further divided into several zones (building blocks) for more
efficient handling of models. For example:

For project with a single building block:

Model Name Building Category

7781-ADB-XX-ZZ-BS_HA-M3_N.xxx Government Offices MVAC Installation

7781-ADB-XX-ZZ-BS_EL-M3_N.xxx Government Offices Electrical Installation
7781-ADB-XX-ZZ-BS_FS-M3_N.xxx Government Offices Fire Services Installation

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For project with 3 separated building blocks in the same site:

Model Name Building Category

8184-ADB-XX-OF-BS_HA-M3_N.xxx Offices Block MVAC Installation

8184-ADB-XX-TL-BS_FS-M3_N.xxx Toilet Block Fire Services Installation
8184-ADB-XX-AC-BS_EL-M3_N.xxx Ancillary Block Electrical Installation

The BEP shall state the model division strategy (by services/systems or building blocks, etc.). File sizes of
each divided BIM model shall be kept minimum by purging of unused views, BIM objects and settings before
publish or submission. In general, the file size for each divided BIM model is preferably controlled under
500Mb unless otherwise agreed by the Employer. The modelling practices for all divided BIM models shall
be consistent so that they could be combined into federated model together with models of other disciplines
in common software platform tools.

2.4 Information Exchange Formats

To enable interoperability, exchange formats such as IFC shall be adopted to facilitate geospatial and non-
geospatial information exchange. The information exchanges requirement should refer to the BIM Guide for
Facilities Upkeep issued by the ArchSD and the BIM-AM Standards and Guidelines issued by EMSD. For
example, the information exchange of asset data for EMSD BIM-AM is by means of COBieLite.

2.5 General Naming Convention

(a) Use only letters A-Z, hyphen, underscore and numbers 0-9 for all fields;
(b) All fields shall be separated by a hyphen character “-“. DO NOT use spaces;
(c) Within a field, either Camel Case or an underscore “_” shall be used instead of a space to separate
words;
(d) A single period character "." shall be used to separate the file name from the extension. This character
should not be used anywhere else in the file name;
(e) The file extension shall not be amended or deleted;
(f) The scheme for zone and level sub-division shall be agreed with the other project professionals at the
outset and defined in the BIM Project Execution Plan (BEP);and
(g) Elements where a naming convention is not explicitly defined by this Standard shall adopt the naming
convention of existing elements and prefix with a 3-character abbreviation to identify corporate author
(e.g use ADB to identify ArchSD Building Services Branch).

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2.6 Model File Naming

The model file naming convention should follow the Hong Kong Local Annex of ISO 19650-2:2018 in Annex
1 of the CIC BIM Standards General and BIM Harmonisation Guidelines for Works Departments (Version 2.0
– May 2023) by the Development Bureau as follows:-

Volume_ Location_ Discipline_ Type_ (Sequential

Project Code Originator
(System) (Sub-Location) (Sub-discipline) (Characteristic) Number)
Example

7781 ADB XX ZZ BS_EL M3_N 001

Field 1 Field 2 Field 3 Field 4 Field 5 Field 6 Field 7

(Optional Sub-Field): Supplement or adopt according to Project setting.

Field Description and Format

Field 1 Project Code
(4-8 characters) A unique identifier for identification of the project: InForM or contract number (e.g. 7781)

Field 2 Originator
(3 characters) A unique identifier based on Agent Responsible Code (ARC) of the CAD Standard for Works
Projects to indicate the model’s responsible authoring party:
“ADB” for building services discipline of ArchSD

Field 3 Volume (2-3 characters) (System) (2-3 characters)

(2-6 characters A unique identifier to indicate specific geospatial zone An optional identifier to indicate a
excluding or volume of the project (if required). The following collection of interconnected model
underscore “_”) generic codes should apply: elements across main disciplines
“ZZ” – all volumes/systems under a system (if required)
“XX” – division of volume/system is not required.

Field 4 Location (2-4 characters) (Sub-location) (2 characters)

(2-6 characters A unique identifier to indicate specific location for An optional identifier to indicate a
excluding geospatial coordination. The following generic codes sub-location (e.g. level) within the
underscore “_”) should apply: same location.
“ZZ” – multiple levels/locations; and
“XX” – no levels/location applicable.

Field 5 Discipline (2 characters) (Sub-discipline) (2 characters)

(2-4 characters An identifier for each primary discipline to facilitate An optional identifier to indicate the
excluding appearance settings and information filtering for sub-discipline (trade). The coding
underscore “_”) interdepartmental coordination. The standard code should refer to EMSD’s BIM
“BS” should be applied. Standards and Guidelines. If it is a
model combined multiple
disciplines, “ZZ” should be used.
Field 6 Type (2 characters) (Characteristic) (1 character)
(2-3 characters An identifier to indicate the information held within the An optional identifier to indicate the
excluding container. Commonly used type identifier as follows: model’s characteristic. Commonly
underscore “_”) CM – combined model used codes as follows:
DR – 2D drawing E – Existing
M3 – 3D model T – Temporary works
N – New works
A – As-built
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Field Description and Format

M – Maintenance
D – Demolition
W – All Works of above

Field 7 Sequential Number (3 characters)

(3 characters) An optional identifier to be assigned when it is
necessary to further distinguish the model from the
others.

For a delimiter between Main Fields the Hyphen (-) or Minus character using Unicode Reference U+002D
shall be used. Where a delimiter is required between Main Fields and Sub-Fields (if Sub-Field is required),
then the Underscore (_) character using Unicode reference U+0332 shall be used.
The maximum total length of model names is 43 characters, including delimiters and information dividers but
excluding file extension.
The following table provides some examples of BIM model file naming:-
Description Model File Name
Project InForM number: 7781; Originator: ArchSD-Building 7781-ADB-XX-ZZ-BS_EL-M3_N.xxx
Services; Volume: not applicable; Location: Non-specific
location; Discipline: Building Services discipline;
Type/Characteristic: 3D BIM model of new works project.
; Sequential number is not required.
Project InForM number: 7781; Originator: ArchSD-Building 7781-ADB-XX-MB-BS_DR-M3_A.xxx
Services; Volume: not applicable; Location: Management Office
Building; Discipline: Building Services discipline;
Type/Characteristic: 3D BIM model of as-built nature.
Sequential number is not required.

Remark: “.xxx” – file name extension

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2.7 View Naming

(Room Name/
Type Scale Level/Description Supplementary
Information)
Example

Part Plan of Server

FS 100 4F
Room

Field 1 Field 2 Field 3 Field 4

(Optional Field): Supplement or adopt according to Project setting.

Field Description and Format

Field 1 Identifier
(2-4 characters) Commonly used type identifier as follows:
AC – Air conditioning and ventilation EE – Electrical
LT – Lighting ELV – Extra Low Voltage
SY – Security GE – Generator
FS – Fire Services WS – Water supply
ME – Mechanical Plant MG – Medical Gas
TG – Town Gas CR – Cremator
EM – Miscellaneous E&M Equipment FE – Fountain Equipment
GO – Gondola HW – Hot Water/ Boiler
LF – Lift and Escalator PU – Pump
SP – Swimming Pool ST – Sewage Treatment Plant
SD – Drainage
SCCU – SCCU Submission WSD – WSD Submission
DSD – DSD Submission FSD – FSD Submission
HKE – HKE Submission CLP – CLP Submission

More identifiers are as shown in Sections 3.2 of CAD Manual for Architectural Services
Departmental Projects.
Field 2 Scale
(4 characters) For example 50 for 1:50; 100 for 1:100 and 2000 for 1:2000 etc.
Field 3 Level/Description
GF, 1F, 2F, RF, Site Plan, Elevation, Section, etc.
Field 4 (Supplementary information)
(if applicable) e.g. Part 1 of 4, Part Plan of A/C Plant Room, etc.

The following table provides some examples of view naming:-

Description View Name

1:100 Lighting Layout of 1/F LT-100-1F
1:100 Fire Services Layout of 4/F, Part Plan of Server Room FS-100-4F-Part Plan of Server Room
1:100 Drainage Layout of Site Plan, Part 1 of 2 SD-100-Site Plan-Part 1 of 2
1:100 Site Plan for SCCU Submission, Part 1 of 2 SCCU-100-Site Plan-Part 1 of 2
1:100 Site Plan for DSD Submission, Part 1 of 2 DSD-100-Site Plan-Part 1 of 2

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2.8 Drawing Number Naming

Drawing number on the drawing generated from BIM model should refer to Sections 4.1 of CAD Manual for
Architectural Services Departmental Projects.

Drawing Type
Type of drawing Project code (Building/ Zone) Identifier & Drawing (Revision Status)
Serial Number
Example

BS 8345 BK1 AC010 a

Field 1 Field 2 Field 3 Field 4 Field 5

(Optional Field): Supplement or adopt according to Project setting.

Field Description and Format

Field 1 Type of Drawing
(2 characters)
BS – Buiding Services drawing

Field 2 Project Code

(4-5 characters -
numeric) A unique identifier for identification of the project: InForM (e.g. 7781)

(Field 3) (Building/Zone)
(5 characters)
A project may consist of more than one building or one site. To identify different buildings of the same
project, an optional field for building number is devised. This will be a serial number of maximum 5
numeric, or 2 alphas + 3 numeric, or 3 numeric + 2 alphas. The alphas shall be upper case letters. The
identification for the field will be controlled by the corresponding Project Team Leader.

Field 4 Drawing Type Identifier & Drawing Serial Number

(5 characters -2
alphas + 3 This field indicates the type of drawings and the number of drawings issued. The first two alphas are used
numeric) to identify the type of drawings (refer Section 3.2 of the CAD Manual for ArchSD Projects for the lists of the
identifiers for building services drawings). The remaining 3 numeric digits serve to indicate sequence of the
drawing numbers.

Field 5 Revision Status

(1-2 characters)
This field applies only when there are revisions to the drawing. Alpha (lower case letter) such as ‘a’, ‘b’, ‘c’,
‘d’, ‘e’, etc. is used to signify the changes/amendments as a suffix to the entire drawing number.

The following table provides some examples of drawing number naming:-

Drawing Name Drawing Number

Electrical layout BS/4235/EE002
Air Conditioning and Ventilation Plan BS/8345/AC010a
Fire Services Plan /
BS/8345/FS010

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3. BIM Uses
3.1 General
The scope of BIM Uses in public works projects shall be according to the latest BIM related Technical Circular
(Works) issued by the Development Bureau (DEVB). The following sections describe the general
requirements and acceptable deliverables for various BIM Uses for building services installation.

3.2 Design Authoring

Design Authoring is a process of design starting from the outset by using BIM software platform. Project team
shall use BIM software to create and develop a project BIM model. Plan,such as, section, and schedule, etc,
will be produced by the authoring tools as far as practicable.
Unlike traditional design process using 2D software tool, the spatial coordination among services and other
disciplines could perform efficiently by using BIM design software tool. The following graphs show the
example on the design coordination between an air duct and chilled water pipes.

Traditional design authoring using 2D software tool BIM design authoring with coordination among
services from the outset

Unlike other disciplines, the design of building services installation usually originates from the schematic /
logical diagram prior to the geospatial design. For example, the designer would first outline the electrical
power distribution schematic diagram before working on the power distribution routings. Since the market
available BIM software tools may not be capable to link up schematic and spatial design, it is understandable
that a hybrid environment, i.e. use of 2D design tools to outline the schematic design and use of BIM software
to exercise 3D spatial design, would still be maintained.

3.3 Design Review

Design Review is a process for stakeholders to view BIM model, images from the models or animated walk-
throughs of the design, provide feedback and validate design aspects such as meeting design /specification
requirements and previewing spaces/layouts in 3D geometry.
Examples of the process are as follows:

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(a) Regular workshop or meeting to review the federated BIM design model by project team in design stage
using BIM software platform;
(b) Regular workshop or meeting to review the federated BIM construction model by project team before
construction/installation of equipment in construction stage using BIM software platform; and
(c) Virtual mock-ups for review and approval by project team or client.

There are numerous ways for carrying out design review process. Some examples are animated walk-
throughs in BIM software platform, virtual mock-up by BIM software platform and virtual mock-up by using
virtual reality technology, etc. where project team may consider to plan and specify if appropriate.

3.4 Existing Conditions Modelling

It is a process of 3D digital survey and production of BIM model for an existing site to facilitate design planning.
The digital survey may be carried out by photogrammetry or laser scanning technology to generate Point
Cloud model which is later transformed to an editable BIM model. The deliverables should at least include
BIM model(s) indicating the existing building services, architectural and structure elements as appropriate.
Where specified, the 3D digital survey model should meet the following requirements:
(a) Georeferenced to the absolute coordinate system;
(b) Referenced and generated from the digital Point Cloud survey result;
(c) With colour schemes applied to various building services, architectural and structure elements for
differentiation; and
(d) Capable to serve as a base model for next step design authoring use.

3.5 Site Analysis

It is a process in which BIM and Geospatial Information System (GIS) tools are used to evaluate a site to
determine the most suitable location, position and orientation for a future project. The analysis shall include
master planning, sun and shadow studies, daylight analysis and solar envelope analysis. This is normally
performed by the architect or surveyor of a project and is only required if specified in project.

3.6 3D Coordination
It is a process of using clash detection software tools to identify conflicts by analyzing 3D design models from
time to time during the design authoring process. The goal of the coordination process is to deliver a proper
design in design/pre-construction stage where the design/pre-construction scheme should be clash-free. It
is an on-going process starting from the outset of design by various disciplines of design professionals. The
following deliverables should be provided in design and construction stage as a minimum:
(a) Clash analysis reports for the combined building services model for individual zones/floors;
(b) Action plan with target completion schedule to handle and eliminate detected clashes by
designer/design consultants; and
(c) The clash analysis shall include the checking of headroom requirements and working spaces for building
services operations and maintenance activities.

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3.7 Cost Estimation

It is a process of quantity take-offs directly from the BIM model to assist for cost estimation exercise for a
project. For example, the use of BIM model to assist for counting the number of major equipment (e.g. AHU)
for the project. This is normally performed by quantity surveyor.

3.8 Engineering Analysis

It is a process to analyze and assess different design options to determine the most effective engineering
solution by using BIM modelling or associated software. Application examples includes lighting performance
analysis, computational fluid dynamic (CFD) analysis, energy analysis, etc.
The following deliverables should be provided in design and construction stage as minimum:
(a) Lighting performance simulation using the BIM model with outputs of 3D visualized effect and
performance results for at least 3 selected areas/room types; and
(b) Energy modelling study

3.9 Facility Energy Analysis

It is a process to analyze and assess the building energy performance by using building energy simulation
software with the aid of BIM model.

3.10 Sustainability Evaluation

For projects which aim to obtain the Gold or above rating of “BEAM Plus NB 2.0” certification of the Hong
Kong Green Building Council (HKGBC), the credit(s) for “BIM Integration” shall be attained.

3.11 Space Programming

It is a process in which a spatial program is used to efficiently and accurately assess a design layout model
in regard to client spatial requirements. This is normally performed by architect and is only required if specified
in project.

3.12 Phase Planning (4D Modelling)

It is a process of linking a construction work programme to the model which is used to show the construction
sequence and phasing for construction. The process is usually name as 4D modelling. The following
deliverables should be provided in design and construction stage as a minimum:-
(a) On top of the overall building construction 4D work sequence model, specific 4D simulation report for
the following major building services plants to demonstrate the proper delivery, installation, dismantle
and replacement should be provided:
- Central air-conditioning chilled water plant with total cooling capacity exceed 10,000kW; and
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- Central steam plant with total steam capacity exceed 2 ton/hour.

(b) The 4D simulation report shall contains the description of assumption, time interval, construction method
statement, guide for accessing the files and models, video(s) of the 4D simulation, BIM native model(s),
model(s) for the 4D simulation platform and linked overall project programme;
(c) The 4D work sequence model shall link up the construction master programme to demonstrate the
compatibility of the installation works sequences of the BS/E&M plant; and
(d) The model shall be assigned with the delivery path of major building services equipment to demonstrate
the feasibility and effectiveness of the installation method statements of the works. All temporary works
and site logistic arrangement shall be modelled to demonstrate the feasibility and prove the
constructability and buildability of the proposed method statement.

3.13 Digital Fabrication

It is a process to use BIM models to facilitate the fabrication of construction materials or assemblies such as
sheet metal fabrication, structural steel fabrication and pipe cutting. The models can also be used for
prototyping with 3D printers as part of a design intent review process.

3.14 Site Utilization Planning

It is a process to use BIM models to perform site space planning, site logistics, sequencing requirements,
temporary works and safety. If specified, the construction phase BIM model should be linked to the
construction schedule (4D) include permanent and temporary facilities on site for all of the phases of the
construction process. This is normally performed by the contractor if specified in the contract.

3.15 3D Control and Planning

It is applicable for project requiring the adoption of Digital Works Supervision System in according to DEVB
Technical Circular (Works) No.2/2023 that digital setting-out, construction checking, etc. as appropriate by
means of 3D laser scanners, robotic total stations, etc. shall be adopted as far as practicable.

3.16 As-built Modelling

It is a process of preparing an accurate record of the physical conditions and assets of a project. The as-built
model should contain information relating to the building services elements with links to operation,
maintenance, and asset data. Additional information and data for equipment and space planning may be
included. The following deliverables should be provided for as-built BIM model:
(a) 3D textured digital model created by photogrammetry and laser scanning technology for accurate
geometric and photogrammetric detail for the following completed works;
- Central air-conditioning chilled water plant with total cooling capacity exceed 10,000kW; and
- Central steam plant with total steam capacity exceed 2 ton/hour.
(b) Browsing software/software license (during DLP) for the 3D textual digital model;
(c) As-built BIM model(s) with required equipment/materials information embedded; and

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(d) File folder contains the as-built model(s) and other necessary information, files and documents as
required for asset management (refer to other section of this Guide).

3.17 Project Systems Analysis

It is a process to measure how a project performs compared to the design specifications. This may include
assessing how a mechanical system operates, how much energy a project uses, conducting lighting analysis,
solar gain analysis and airflow analysis using CFD.

3.18 Maintenance Scheduling

It is a process for planning and managing the maintenance of a project structure, building fabric and
equipment during the operational life of a facility. The data required for asset management should be collected
during the construction stages and input into the as-built BIM model.

3.19 Space Management and Tracking

It is a process to utilize as-built BIM model to assess, manage and track spaces and associated resources
within a project. A BIM database may be integrated with spatial tracking software to analyze the existing use
of space, apply transition planning for renovations and refurbishment projects.

3.20 Asset Management

It is a process of identifying the required data sets and data formats which can be extracted from as-built BIM
models for the maintenance agencies’ use. In general, the requirements are stipulated in the EMSD’s BIM-
AM Standards and Guidelines.

3.21 Drawing Generation (Drawing Production)

It is a process of producing drawing sheets from the BIM model source. For some building services equipment,
the direct presentation of their geometry shape in 2D view may not be legible or identifiable on its function.
The use of symbols with proper offset are required for clear presentation when generate the 3D geometry
model to 2D drawing sheet.
For schematic and control logic diagrams as supplement of design details of building services designs, the
use of 2D design authoring tools to produce the drawings are acceptable.2D drawings which are generated
from the BIM model need not to follow CSWP.

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4. Modelling Requirements
4.1 Coordinate System
The orientation of a BIM model shall be defined and coordinated with all disciplines as follows when the
project is located in Hong Kong:-
(a) Easting and Northing shall refer to Hong Kong 1980 Grid System (HK1980 Grid); and
(b) Elevation shall refer to the Hong Kong Principal Datum (HKPD).

If a model is produced in a local coordinate system due to software functionality or limitations, the BIM
coordinator or modeller shall be responsible for providing clear instruction and documentation as to the origin
x, y, z and bearing translations accompanying their BIM submission. Software specific setting on coordinate
system should be defined in BEP.

Where Project North is created, it should only be used for identified sheet view and not used for any model
coordination.

4.2 Linking to Architectural, Landscape or Structure Models

The general rules for model linking are as follows:
(a) The coordinates of the architectural, landscape and/or structure models should be checked before
linking. Same coordinates should be adopted for models to be linked;
(b) Models to be linked should be purged before linking;
(c) Do not link to model under working (WIP); and
(d) The linked model should not be a copy of the central model.

4.3 Unit of Measurement

BIM model should be modelled in metric system (International System of Units or SI Units). Project Units
should be set as below:

Measurement Units
Length mm
Area m2 in 3 decimal places
Volume m3 in 3 decimal places

4.4 Date Format

Date format should follow ISO 8601 Data elements and interchange formats – Information interchange –
Representation of dates and times as follow:
Year Month Date
Y Y Y Y M M D D

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4.5 Scope of Modelling

The BIM model should cover the entire building services installation for the whole project development if
associated architectural model is available. In general, components not embedded into concrete or building
structure should be model. As a general reference, the building services objects/elements listed in Annex
A – Modelling Scope and LOIN Requirements should be modelled if applicable to the projects. The list in
Annex A is not exhaustive and additional objects/elements specific to individual projects should be included
and documented in the BEP.

4.6 Level of Information Need (LOIN)

The recommended LOD-G and LOD-I for individual building services element at different stages are listed in
Annex A. The definitions and requirements of graphical representation (LOD-G), non-graphical information
(LOD-I) and documentation (DOC) of MEP elements should make reference to the CIC’s BIM Standards
(General) and BIM Standards for Mechanical Electrical and Plumbing (MEP).

4.7 Level of Graphics (LOD-G)

The definitions of various levels of the LOD-G for building services installation are as listed in the following
table.
Definition of LOD-G
LOD-G Definition

100 The model element is graphically represented within the model by a symbol or
generic representation or rough 3D shape.

200 The model element is graphically represented within the model as a generic
system, object or assembly with approximate quantities, size, shape, location and
orientation. The general required spaces for access and maintenance shall be
indicated. Model element is graphically represented as assumed size/shape of
equipment

300 The model element is graphically represented within the model as a specific
system, object or assembly in terms of quantity, size, shape, location and
orientation. The model/object shall include details of the spaces required for
handling installation, operation and maintenance, and the interface details for
checking and coordination with other models/objects. The model element should
easily be recognized the graphical representation without further clarification.

400 The model element is graphically represented within the model as a specific
system, object or assembly in terms of quantity, size, shape, location and
orientation with detailing, fabrication, assembly and installation information.

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Examples of the object graphical representations for a water pump set at different levels of LOD-G are
illustrate in following table.
Example of Object Graphical Representation for a Water Pump Set
LOD-G Example Image Description

100 Schematic Model

The water pump set is modelled to indicate its existence for scheme
design purpose

200 Generic Model

A generic water pump set in which the approximate quantities, size,
shape, location and orientation are not specific

300 Specific Model

A specific water pump set in which the quantity, size, shape, location
and orientation are specific for individual design application area

400 Specific Model with Fabrication Details

A specific water pump set in which the manufacturer size, dimensions
and details are specific for fabrication purpose

4.8 Level of Information (LOD-I)

LOD-I is the description of non-graphical information of a MEP model element. The information required for
the model elements will be enriched as a project progresses and evolves. The minimum data requirements
at various levels of LOD-I for building services installation are as following table.

Minimum Data Requirements of LOD-Graphics (LOD-G)

BIM Object Properties Object Data Requirements LOD-I

100 200 300 400 500
General Properties General information of the object R R R R R
including equipment identification,
designation, type, materials, etc.
Design Properties Design information and parameters of the R R R R
objects.
Classification Properties The classification title and code of the R R R
model elements reference to the
OmniClass table 23 or other coding
system as agreed
Manufacturer’s Manufacturer’s equipment information R R
Equipment Properties and parameters of the objects, including
equipment manufacturer’s name,
supplier’s name, brand name, model
number and country of origin

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Condition Properties Installation information including R R

installation month/year, latest testing
/commissioning month/year and
equipment life expectancy
Verification Properties Field verification method used for R
verifying the as-built element
Remark: R – Required

Examples of the object data requirements for an air-cooled chiller at different levels of LOD-I are illustrate in
following table.

Example of Object Data Requirements for an Air-cooled Chiller

BIM Object Properties Object Data Requirements LOD-I

100 200 300 400 500
General Properties Equipment type : air-cooled chiller R R R R R
Designation : ACC-01
Design Properties Cooling capacity : 1,000 kW R R R R
Chilled water output temperature : 7ºC
Chilled water inlet temperature : 12.5ºC
Evaporator water flow rate : 43 l/s
Ambient temperature : 35ºC
AHRI’s Coefficient of Performance : 3.2
AHRI’s Integrated Part-load Value : 7
Compressor : screw/centrifugal
Classification Properties Reference to the OmniClass table 23 R R R
Manufacturer’s Rated cooling capacity : 1,080 kW R R
Equipment Properties Chilled water output temperature : 7ºC
Chilled water inlet temperature : 12.5ºC
Evaporator water flow rate : 47 l/s
Ambient temperature : 35ºC
AHRI’s Coefficient of Performance : 3.4
AHRI’s Integrated Part-load Value : 7.6
Compressor : centrifugal
No. of compressor : 1
Manufacturer : XXX Co. Ltd.
Supplier : YYY Co. Ltd.
Brand : AAA
Model number : ACC-CENT-1000
Country of origin : PRC
Condition Properties Installation date : Sep 2020 R R
Commissioning date : Oct 2020
Compressor life expectancy : 20 years
Evaporator life expectancy : 20 years
Condenser fan life expectancy : 15 years
Verification Properties Field verification : laser scanning R
Remark: R – Required

4.8.1 Level of Documentation (DOC)

DOC is the documentation requirement of a MEP model element. The minimum documentation
requirements at various levels of LOD-I for building services installation are as following table.

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Minimum DOC Requirements of LOD-I

BIM Object Properties Object Documentation Requirements LOD-I

100 200 300 400 500
Specification Properties Product technical document (e.g. product R R
technical sheet, catalogue, type test
certificate, etc.), and other external
document in the form of a hyperlink
Operation and Maintenance Manual, Test R
and Commissioning Report, Test
Certificates, etc., and other external
document in the form of a hyperlink

For systems to be handed over to EMSD for operation and maintenance, archived document files storing in
designated folder structure is required to upload to EMSD’s Asset Management Platform for the assignment
of document link path.

4.9 Sheet/Layout/Drawing Management

For consistent drawing sheet management and searching convenience in the BIM authoring software, Sheet
Number/Layout ID/Drawing Name and Sheet Name should be inputted as follows:

Information in BIM authoring software Input

Sheet Number/Layout ID/Drawing Name Field 4 of the drawing number, please refer to
Clause 2.8 on drawing number naming
convention.

Sheet Name/Layout Name/Drawing Title Drawing Title

Information on drawings title block should be extracted from property/parameter/attribute of the BIM model.
Manual input is not recommended.

4.10 Presentation Style

The line weight and line type in 2D drawing presentation and the colour code in 3D model view for
presentation should be standardised and follow the recommendations in Annex B - Color Code and Line
Style for Systems. The recommended color code and line style should be applied for design, construction
and as-built models.

4.11 Clearance Space for Operation and Maintenance

For construction and as-built model, the following major model elements/objects should incorporate
clearance spaces to demonstrate operation and maintenance in the BIM model. Clearance should be
included in the properties of objects to enable clash detection process in the BIM software tools;-

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 Chiller;
 Boiler;
 Plate Type Heat Exchanger;
 Air-handling Unit/Primary Air Unit;
 High/Low Voltage Cubicle Switchboard;
 Generator;
 Condensing Units;
 Cooling Towers; and
 Valve set etc.

4.12 BIM Object File for MEP

BIM object file for MEP is a data file contains building services element and should include the graphical
representation and non-graphical information to indicate the element’s characteristics. It should also include
the 2D component of symbol and tag/label/annotation if applicable.
The BIM object should be provided with a BIM Object Sheet to convince all parties that the BIM object created
is complete, satisfying the requirements and the purpose of drawing production. The details for the creation
of BIM object should refer to the CIC Production of BIM Object Guide – General Requirements. The sample
format of BIM Object Sheet is enclosed in Annex C.

4.12.1 General Requirements for BIM Object Creation

The following general requirements should be followed in creation of object:-
(a) The object file should include information of physical dimension for coordination of BIM model;
(b) Drawing symbol should be included in an object file for 2D drawing output and can be referenced to the
CAD Standard for Works Projects (CSWP). The shape and size of symbol should be coordinated for
easy reading in the drawing output;
(c) Symbolic 2D annotation (drawing symbol) should be visible while the 3D geometry should be invisible
in drawing output of plan view;
(d) 3D geometry shall be visible for rendering in 3D view;
(e) Object file should include the material/equipment information;
(f) Nesting object file should be limited to 2 levels except for drawing symbol. It is important to understand
that nesting object file increases the file size and affects performance, specifically the regeneration
process of the object file views;
(g) Host object file should not be allowed;
(h) The LOIN, line styles, line weight, line pattern, text style and unit of measurement for modelling of object
shall refer to relevant sections of this Guide;
(i) To minimize the object file size, only essential connectors should be used and the object file should be
created directly from an object file template to reduce extra information in an object file;
(j) Level of the insertion/origin point of the object file is recommended at the centre point at the bottom level
of the object; and
(k) The maximum size of each BIM object file used should be kept at the minimum, preferably under 5MB.
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4.12.2 Object File Naming Convention

The recommended object file naming structure (4-5 fields separate by a hyphen between the fields) in design
and construction stage is as below:
Format and Field

Category Functional Type Originator Descriptor 1 Descriptor 2

Example

MCQ AHU ADB DX Packaged 01

Field 1 Field 2 Field 3 Field 4 Field 5

Requirements of each Field

Requirements
Field 1 and - These two fields shall follow CIC Master Type List
Field 2 (https://www.bim.cic.hk/en/resources/master_list).
(Category / - Field 1 shall be kept unique in value and meaning.
Functional Type) - When Field 2 is not necessary to describe at the second level, three underscores (__) should be
used.
Field 3 - Agent Responsible Code (ARC) should be used as originator.
(Originator) - If a BIM object is fully adopted without change, its name should be maintained. However, if the BIM
object is modified, its originator code should be updated and saved as another BIM object.

Field 4 - Maximum 15 characters (alphanumeric) contains information about primary use and material
(Descriptor 1) - when applicable (e.g. DX Packaged, Outdoor Unit)
- Capital letters should be used for first letter of each word
- If Descriptor 1 is blank, three nos. of underscores (___) should be used in place of Descriptor 1
-
Field 5 - Optional field, Descriptor 2 is a 2-digit sequential number (e.g. 01 to 99) to distinguish different
(Descriptor 2) types that cannot be sufficiently identified by preceding fields. (e.g. MCQ-AHU-ADB-DX Packaged-
01.xxx)
- If Descriptor 2 is blank, two underscores (__) should be used in place of Descriptor 2. (e.g.
- MCQ-SAC-ADB-Outdoor Unit-__.xxx)

Example:
Object File Name Description
MCQ-AHU-ADB-DX Packaged-01.xxx Object created by ArchSD BSB,
Category: Mechanical Equipment
Functional Type: Air Handling Unit
Description: DX Package Type AUH
MCQ-SAC-ADB-Outdoor Unit-__.xxx Object created by ArchSD BSB,
Category: Mechanical Equipment
Functional Type: Split Type AC Unit
Description: Outdoor Unit
Remark: “.xxx” – file name extension

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5. Data Requirements for Asset Management

5.1 Data Format of As-built Information
The requirements of BIM folder structure, file coding, naming convention, model presentation style (colour
code, line type, line weight, etc.) and unit of measurement of the as-built BIM model for building services
installations should make reference to the Building Information Modelling – Asset Management (BIM-AM)
Standards and Guidelines issued by EMSD.
For the requirements of as-built BIM model for plumbing and drainage installations, reference should be
made to the BIM Guide for Facilities Upkeep issued by Property Services Branch of the Architectural Services
Department.
If the building MEP facilities would not be handed over to EMSD for maintenance (example: Schedule 2
hospital to be maintained by the Hospital Authority), the project client should be consulted on the detailed as-
built BIM data requirements and the explicit referencing to the EMSD’s BIM-AM Standards and Guidelines
may not be required.

5.2 Deliverables
The following deliverables should be included in the as-built information file folder:-

(a) BIM execution plan indicating the adopted modelling methodology and details;
(b) As-built BIM models for all disciplines and 2D drawing files for building services installation;
(c) Design authoring tools’ templates, title block, BIM object files and other necessary resources for viewing
of the as-built BIM model;
(d) Testing and Commissioning reports;
(e) Operation and Maintenance manuals;
(f) Relevant statutory certificates, approval documents and forms; and
(g) Other relevant project information as required.

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Annex A – Modelling Scope and LOIN Requirements

FS : Feasibility Study/Conceptual Design model TN : Tender model V : Field verification

SD : Sketch Design/Approval-in-Principle (AIP) model CON : Construction shop model V(I) : Field verification by visual inspection
DD : Detailed Design/Detailed Design Approval (DDA) model Ab : As-built model V(M) : Field verification by measured survey
SA : Submission to Approval Authority (e.g. SCCU)

BIM Object for MEP Minimum LOD Requirements and Field Verification Method for as-built BIM Model Quality Assurance
FS SD DD SA TN CON Ab
LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I V
HVAC Installation
Chiller 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(M)
Heat pump 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(M)
Cooling tower 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(M)
Heat exchanger 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(M)
Calorifier 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(M)
Chilled water pump 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(M)
Heating water pump 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(M)
Condenser tube cleaning equipment - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
VRV/DX indoor and outdoor unit - - 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Standalone air-conditioner/Split-type unit - - 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Primary air unit (PAU) 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(M)

Air-handling unit (AHU) 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(M)
Fan-coil unit (FCU) 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Computer room air-conditioning (CRAC) unit 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Ventilation fan 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Booster fan - - 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Jet fan - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Rotary fan (fixed type) - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Ceiling fan - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Water scrubber 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Constant air volume box/air valve - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Variable air volume box/air valve - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)

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FS : Feasibility Study/Conceptual Design model TN : Tender model V : Field verification

SD : Sketch Design/Approval-in-Principle (AIP) model CON : Construction shop model V(I) : Field verification by visual inspection
DD : Detailed Design/Detailed Design Approval (DDA) model Ab : As-built model V(M) : Field verification by measured survey
SA : Submission to Approval Authority (e.g. SCCU)

BIM Object for MEP Minimum LOD Requirements and Field Verification Method for as-built BIM Model Quality Assurance
FS SD DD SA TN CON Ab
LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I V
Air duct - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Chilled/Heating water pipe - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Condensate drain pipe - - - - 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Water pipe (others) - - - - 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Valve (>20mm dia.) - - - - 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Air damper - - - - 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Fire/smoke damper - - - - 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Air diffuser/grille - - - - 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Direct digital control (DDC) panel - - - - 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
CCMS server/server rack - - - - 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Control console - - - - 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Steam and Hot Water System
Steam /hot water boiler 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(M)
Heat exchanger 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(M)
Calorifier 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(M)
Feed/blow down water tank - - 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(M)
Steam /hot water pipe - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Steam condensate pipe - - - - 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Steam flash vessel - - 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Valve (>20mm dia.) - - - - 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Steam trap - - - - 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Main control console/panel - - - - 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Electrical Installation
Transformer (customer owned) 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(M)

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FS : Feasibility Study/Conceptual Design model TN : Tender model V : Field verification

SD : Sketch Design/Approval-in-Principle (AIP) model CON : Construction shop model V(I) : Field verification by visual inspection
DD : Detailed Design/Detailed Design Approval (DDA) model Ab : As-built model V(M) : Field verification by measured survey
SA : Submission to Approval Authority (e.g. SCCU)

BIM Object for MEP Minimum LOD Requirements and Field Verification Method for as-built BIM Model Quality Assurance
FS SD DD SA TN CON Ab
LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I V
Switchboard cubicle 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(M)
Cut-out supply panel 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Motor control centre 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(M)
Motor control panel 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Uninterruptible power supply unit (except small- - - 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
scale standalone UPS for computer)
Variable speed drive (standalone) - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
MCCB /MCB board - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Socket outlet - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Floor box - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Fuse spur unit - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Electric vehicle charging panel /station - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Generator set 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(M)
Generator remote radiator 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Generator cooling water pump - - 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Fuel tank 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Fuel pump - - 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Fuel pipe - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Fuel valve (>20mm dia.) - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Photovoltaic panel 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Wind turbine 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Capacitor bank cubicle - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Harmonic filter cubicle - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Control/metering panel - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)

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Annex A – Modelling Scope and LOIN Requirements

FS : Feasibility Study/Conceptual Design model TN : Tender model V : Field verification

SD : Sketch Design/Approval-in-Principle (AIP) model CON : Construction shop model V(I) : Field verification by visual inspection
DD : Detailed Design/Detailed Design Approval (DDA) model Ab : As-built model V(M) : Field verification by measured survey
SA : Submission to Approval Authority (e.g. SCCU)

BIM Object for MEP Minimum LOD Requirements and Field Verification Method for as-built BIM Model Quality Assurance
FS SD DD SA TN CON Ab
LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I V
Luminaire/light fitting - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Lamp pole/bollard - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Stage lighting bar - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Occupancy /daylight sensor - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Power busduct - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Cable ladder - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Cable tray - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Trunking - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Fire Services Installation
Sprinkler/FS/Booster water pump 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(M)
Water tank 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Street fire hydrant - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Fire hydrant/Hose reel - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Sprinkler control valve - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Sprinkler pre-action valve set - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Sprinkler flow switch - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Sprinkler head - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Gas flooding spray head - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Drencher spray head - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Fire/Smoke/Heat /Beam detector - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Breakglass unit - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Alarm bell - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Visual fire alarm - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Fire alarm / battery panel - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)

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Annex A – Modelling Scope and LOIN Requirements

FS : Feasibility Study/Conceptual Design model TN : Tender model V : Field verification

SD : Sketch Design/Approval-in-Principle (AIP) model CON : Construction shop model V(I) : Field verification by visual inspection
DD : Detailed Design/Detailed Design Approval (DDA) model Ab : As-built model V(M) : Field verification by measured survey
SA : Submission to Approval Authority (e.g. SCCU)

BIM Object for MEP Minimum LOD Requirements and Field Verification Method for as-built BIM Model Quality Assurance
FS SD DD SA TN CON Ab
LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I V
Portable fire extinguisher - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Fixed automatically operated appliance - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Exit /Directional sign - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Emergency luminaire - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Water pipe - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Valve (>20mm dia.) - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Pressurization fan 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Smoke extraction fan 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Smoke extraction air duct - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Total flooding gas pipe - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Burglar Alarm and Security Installation
Drop arm barrier - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Mechanical road block - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Access card reader - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Door release button - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Emergency breakglass unit - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Doorphone unit - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
CCTV camera - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Movement detector - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Glass break detector - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Watchman tour patrol point - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Centralized security system server/rack - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
CCTV video recorder/rack - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
CCTV control console - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)

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FS : Feasibility Study/Conceptual Design model TN : Tender model V : Field verification

SD : Sketch Design/Approval-in-Principle (AIP) model CON : Construction shop model V(I) : Field verification by visual inspection
DD : Detailed Design/Detailed Design Approval (DDA) model Ab : As-built model V(M) : Field verification by measured survey
SA : Submission to Approval Authority (e.g. SCCU)

BIM Object for MEP Minimum LOD Requirements and Field Verification Method for as-built BIM Model Quality Assurance
FS SD DD SA TN CON Ab
LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I V
CCTV/Security system display panel - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Security system control panel - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Broadcast Reception Installation
Aerials - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Preamplifier /Amplifier - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Fibre optical panel - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Outlet - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Lift and Escalator Installation
Lift car 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Lift machine 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Lift landing call panel - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Fireman’s switch - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Dumbwaiter car 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Escalator 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Passenger conveyor 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Vertical lifting platform 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Stairlift 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Catering Equipment
Food processing equipment - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Sink - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Dish washer - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Refrigerator - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Freezer - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Liquefied Petroleum /Town Gas Installation

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Annex A – Modelling Scope and LOIN Requirements

FS : Feasibility Study/Conceptual Design model TN : Tender model V : Field verification

SD : Sketch Design/Approval-in-Principle (AIP) model CON : Construction shop model V(I) : Field verification by visual inspection
DD : Detailed Design/Detailed Design Approval (DDA) model Ab : As-built model V(M) : Field verification by measured survey
SA : Submission to Approval Authority (e.g. SCCU)

BIM Object for MEP Minimum LOD Requirements and Field Verification Method for as-built BIM Model Quality Assurance
FS SD DD SA TN CON Ab
LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I V
Gas pipe - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Gas valve - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Outlet - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Swimming Pool Water Treatment Installation
Sand filter 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(M)
Ozone reaction tank 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(M)
Carbon filter tank 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(M)
Ozonator - - 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Sodium hypochlorite generation equipment 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Hypochlorite storage tank - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Hydrogen blower - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Hydrogen gas detection system - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
pH and Chlorine controller - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Mixed oxidant disinfection equipment - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Brine tank - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Mixed oxidant solution tank - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
UV chamber - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Water pump set 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Water pipe (>20mm dia.) - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Water valve (>20mm dia.) - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Medical Gas Pipeline System
Vacuum insulated Evaporator (VIE) tank 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(M)
Oxygen manifold - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Medical /non-medical air compressor plant 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)

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FS : Feasibility Study/Conceptual Design model TN : Tender model V : Field verification

SD : Sketch Design/Approval-in-Principle (AIP) model CON : Construction shop model V(I) : Field verification by visual inspection
DD : Detailed Design/Detailed Design Approval (DDA) model Ab : As-built model V(M) : Field verification by measured survey
SA : Submission to Approval Authority (e.g. SCCU)

BIM Object for MEP Minimum LOD Requirements and Field Verification Method for as-built BIM Model Quality Assurance
FS SD DD SA TN CON Ab
LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I V
Air receiver 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Air dryer - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Dust /carbon filer - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Bacteria filer - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Compressed air manifold - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Anaesthetic gas scavenging manifold - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Vacuum air compressor 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Vacuum receiver /vessel 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Medical gas alarm zone panel - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Medical gas pipe - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Medical gas valve - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Medical gas outlet - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Mechanical Installation
Gondola 100 100 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(M)
Fuel filling station 100 100 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Fuel tank 100 100 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Fuel pipe - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Fuel valve - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Car washing equipment - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Compressed air equipment - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Winch and pulley set - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Hoisting set - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Pneumatic Tube Transportation System
Blower 100 100 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)

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Annex A – Modelling Scope and LOIN Requirements

FS : Feasibility Study/Conceptual Design model TN : Tender model V : Field verification

SD : Sketch Design/Approval-in-Principle (AIP) model CON : Construction shop model V(I) : Field verification by visual inspection
DD : Detailed Design/Detailed Design Approval (DDA) model Ab : As-built model V(M) : Field verification by measured survey
SA : Submission to Approval Authority (e.g. SCCU)

BIM Object for MEP Minimum LOD Requirements and Field Verification Method for as-built BIM Model Quality Assurance
FS SD DD SA TN CON Ab
LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I V
Diverter 100 100 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Reject station 100 100 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Empty chamber storage station 100 100 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Valve 100 100 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Transport station 100 100 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Transport tube - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Controller panel - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Automatic Refuse Collection System
Refuse chute/pipe 100 100 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Compactor 100 100 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Exhauster 100 100 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Container 100 100 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Conveyor 100 100 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Refuse separator 100 100 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Refuse disposal inlet - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Inlet/discharge valve - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Diverter valve - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Air treatment device - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Air blower - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Plumbing Installation
Water tank 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Water pump set 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Pneumatic tank 100 100 100 200 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Water pipe (>20mm dia.) - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)

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Annex A – Modelling Scope and LOIN Requirements

FS : Feasibility Study/Conceptual Design model TN : Tender model V : Field verification

SD : Sketch Design/Approval-in-Principle (AIP) model CON : Construction shop model V(I) : Field verification by visual inspection
DD : Detailed Design/Detailed Design Approval (DDA) model Ab : As-built model V(M) : Field verification by measured survey
SA : Submission to Approval Authority (e.g. SCCU)

BIM Object for MEP Minimum LOD Requirements and Field Verification Method for as-built BIM Model Quality Assurance
FS SD DD SA TN CON Ab
LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I V
Valve (>20mm dia.) - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Rainwater Harvesting Installation
Water tank 100 100 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Sand filter 100 100 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Carbon filter 100 100 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Cartridge filter 100 100 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
UV chamber 100 100 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Pump set 100 100 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Pneumatic tank - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Water pipe (>20mm dia.) - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Valve (>20mm dia.) - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Drainage Installation
Drainage pipe - - 100 100 200 200 200 200 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Manhole - - 100 100 200 200 200 200 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Storm water inlet - - 100 100 200 200 200 200 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Floor drain inlet - - 100 100 200 200 200 200 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Sewage Pumping System
Sewage pump - - 100 100 200 200 200 200 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Sewage pipe - - 100 100 200 200 200 200 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Sewage valve - - 100 100 200 200 200 200 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Greywater Recycling System
Water tank 100 100 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Sand/Coarse filter 100 100 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Membrane bioreactor unit 100 100 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)

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Annex A – Modelling Scope and LOIN Requirements

FS : Feasibility Study/Conceptual Design model TN : Tender model V : Field verification

SD : Sketch Design/Approval-in-Principle (AIP) model CON : Construction shop model V(I) : Field verification by visual inspection
DD : Detailed Design/Detailed Design Approval (DDA) model Ab : As-built model V(M) : Field verification by measured survey
SA : Submission to Approval Authority (e.g. SCCU)

BIM Object for MEP Minimum LOD Requirements and Field Verification Method for as-built BIM Model Quality Assurance
FS SD DD SA TN CON Ab
LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I LOD-G LOD-I V
UV chamber - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Pump set 100 100 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Pneumatic tank - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Water pipe - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Valve - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Sewage Water Treatment System
Water tank 100 100 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Sand/Coarse filter 100 100 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Membrane bioreactor unit 100 100 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
UV chamber - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Pump set 100 100 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Pneumatic tank - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Water pipe - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Valve - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Fixing and Maintenance Accessories
Hanger - - - - - - - - - - 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Spring Isolation Unit - - - - - - - - - - 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Hoisting beam and chain block - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)
Hoisting eye - - 100 100 200 200 - - 200 300 300 400 300 500 V(I)

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Annex B – Color Code and Line Style for Systems

System/Installation System Presentation (2D) Presentation (3D)
Code Lineweight Linetype RED GREEN BULE Color Palette

HVAC System
Primary Air Duct PAD 0.35 Continuous 0 255 255
Exhaust Air Duct EAD 0.35 Continuous 0 255 0
Fresh Air Duct FAD 0.35 Continuous 0 0 255
Supply Air Duct SAD 0.35 Continuous 255 0 0
Return Air Duct RAD 0.35 Continuous 255 0 255
Transfer Air Duct TAD 0.35 Continuous 0 128 255
Smoke Extraction Duct SED 0.35 Continuous 128 128 0
Make Up Air Duct MAD 0.35 Continuous 192 192 192
Staircase Pressurization Duct SPD 0.35 Continuous 192 192 192
Condensate Drain Pipe CDP 0.18 Dashed2 255 128 0
Chilled Water Return Pipe CHWR 0.25 Dashdot2 0 255 0
Chilled Water Supply Pipe CHWS 0.25 Dashdot2 0 0 255
Condensing Water Supply Pipe CDWS 0.25 Border2 0 128 64
Condensing Water Return Pipe CDWR 0.25 Border2 0 128 255
Chemical Dosing Pipe CHDP 0.25 Hidden 192 192 192
Make-up Water Pipe MWP 0.25 Continuous 192 192 192
Heating Hot Water Supply Pipe HHSP 0.25 Phantom2 128 0 0
Heating Hot Water Return Pipe HHRP 0.25 Phantom2 255 128 64

Electrical Installation
Low Voltage Electricity Supply ES-LV 0.35 Divide2 0 255 0
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System/Installation System Presentation (2D) Presentation (3D)
Code Lineweight Linetype RED GREEN BULE Color Palette

High Voltage Electricity Supply ES-HV 0.35 Divide2 0 255 0

Normal Power TR-N 0.35 Dashdot2 0 255 0
Emergency Power TR-E 0.35 Continuous 255 0 64
Building Management System BMS 0.35 Continuous 0 255 0
Uninterruptible Power supply UPS 0.35 Continuous 128 64 64
Lighting General LTG 0.35 Centre2 0 255 0
LV Switchboards LVS 0.35 Divide2 128 128 0
Emergency Generator EMG 0.35 Continuous 255 0 64

Fire Services Installation

Sprinkler Pipe SPR 0.25 Continuous 255 0 0
Hose Reel/Fire Hydrant Pipe FSP 0.25 Continuous 255 0 0
Automatic Fire Detection and Alarm System Pipe AFA 0.25 Divide2 255 0 0
Gas Suppression System Pipe GSS 0.25 Continuous 255 0 0
Burglar Alarm and Security Installation
Access Control System ACS 0.25 Continuous 128 255 255
Burglar Alarm System BAS 0.25 Continuous 128 255 255
CCTV and Intercom System CCTVI 0.25 Continuous 255 153 102
Smart Card System SCS 0.25 Continuous 128 255 255
Call Alarm System CAS 0.35 Centre2 128 255 255
Videophone System VPS 0.25 Continuous 128 255 255
Keypad Lock System KLS 0.25 Continuous 128 255 255
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Annex B – Color Code and Line Style for Systems

System/Installation System Presentation (2D) Presentation (3D)
Code Lineweight Linetype RED GREEN BULE Color Palette

Drop-arm Barrier DAB 0.25 Continuous 128 255 255

Electronic Systems
Broadcast Reception System BRI 0.35 Continuous 128 255 255
Radar and Navigation System RNS 0.25 Continuous 0 153 0
Microwave Link System MLS 0.25 Continuous 0 64 64
Timing & Display System TDS 0.25 Continuous 128 128 128
Audio Video System AV 0.25 Continuous 0 128 128
Audio System AUS 0.25 Continuous 102 102 51
Radio System RS 0.25 Continuous 204 153 255
Lift and Escalator Installation
Lift/Escalator LAE 0.25 Continuous 128 0 128

Swimming Pool Water Treatment System

Filtration Plant Pipe FP 0.25 Continuous 0 128 0
Return Pipe RP 0.25 Continuous 0 128 128
Overflow Pipe OP 0.25 Continuous 0 128 0
Supply Pipe SP 0.25 Continuous 0 128 255

Plumbing Installation
Cleansing Water Pipe CLWP 0.25 Dash 0 0 255
Cold Water Pipe CWP 0.25 Long Dash Dash 0 0 255
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System/Installation System Presentation (2D) Presentation (3D)
Code Lineweight Linetype RED GREEN BULE Color Palette

Flushing Water Pipe FLWP 0.25 Centre 255 255 0

Fresh Water Pipe FWP 0.25 Continuous 0 255 0
Hot Water Supply Pipe HWSP 0.25 Dash dot 255 0 0
Hot Water Return Pipe HWRP 0.25 Long Dash dot 255 128 128
Irrigation Water Pipe IRWP 0.25 Dash dot dot dot 0 255 255
Grey Water Pipe GWP 0.25 Continuous 0 128 255
Steam Pipe BLR 0.35 Continuous 255 255 0

Drainage Installation
Waste Pipe WP 0.35 Divide2 128 128 0
Soil and Waste Pipe SWP 0.35 Centre2 128 0 0
Vent Pipe VP 0.35 Hidden 0 128 255
Rainwater Pipe RWP 0.35 Phantom2 0 255 255
Pumped Soil & Waste Pipe PSWP 0.35 Centre2 64 0 0
Pumped Waste Pipe PWP 0.35 Divide2 64 64 0
Pumped Rainwater Pipe PRWP 0.35 Phantom2 0 128 128

Building Services Branch, ArchSD Annex B - Page 4 First Issue Date : June 2018
BIM Guide for Building Services Installation (Ver.3.1) Current Issue Date : Dec 2023
Author: BS BIMSSG
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Annex C – Sample Format of BIM Object Sheet

Building Services Branch, ArchSD Annex C - Page 1 First Issue Date : June 2018
BIM Guide for Building Services Installation (Ver.3.1) Current Issue Date : Dec 2023
Author: BS BIMSSG