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Model Description Document –

example
A Model Description Document (MDD) is a document issued with a model describing
what it contains and identifying limitations of use.

Exchanging models is the very basis of the BIM process. All users need to understand the level to which
they can rely on the models they receive. Models can contain far more information than traditional
electronic deliverables.
The issuer of a model must clearly define what it can be used for and make information available for
others to use during the development of the project.

Model information

Project name North West Tower

BIM execution plan reference and revision BEP - North West Tower- Closer Street V2

Model authoring company JKL Structural Engineers

Discipline BIM lead John James

Native file type and version Revit 2019

Issued file type and version Navisworks 2019

Issued date 1 November 2018

Model status Work in progress

Model name STRUCT‐NWT

File name

Linked files
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Site survey provided by ABC Surveyors, As Built drawings

Inputs
provided by client

In progress developed design.

Model purpose
Two weekly model swap

Additional 4 levels added. Updates to facade glazing

Changes and updates
with specific suppliers details"

All of Basement B1 & B2 for all disciplines until

Areas on hold
further notice

• Schedule of changes: L1 meeting rooms reconfigured

• L2 ceilings revised
Comments • L2 training room rotated 90 deg
• Central core wet areas revised - all levels
(WIP – incomplete)

Agreed model use

The model has been issued for (delete those that do not apply):
1. Aiding coordination during the design process. Only specific areas noted as being complete should
be used
2. Model elements are to the level of development as agreed in the model element authoring
schedule within the BIM execution plan, unless otherwise agreed
3. Providing an overall view of the project to supplement the information contained in the drawings
and schedules
4. A visualisation aid
5. Assisting in production schedules of quantities
6. Assisting in the production of shop or fabrication drawings
7. Input to fabrication, manufacture, and/or construction
8. Other project specific reasons

Notes:
1. The model and digital information are a work in progress or complete, based on the agreed scope
of work for this project as set out in the terms and conditions of engagement.
2. It is to be read in conjunction with the BIM Execution Plan.
3. Not all information shown on the drawings is contained within the model.
4. There may be information within the model that is not shown on the drawings.
5. All models shall be viewed in conjunction with the technical specifications.
6. The model may be linked to other models. We take no responsibility for models not produced by
ABC company.
7. Actual site dimensions should be confirmed prior to fabrication, manufacture or construction.
8. Copyright and Intellectual Property of the model and elements are as detailed in the consultant
terms and conditions.
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The New Zealand BIM handbook

This document is one of a suite of documents forming the New Zealand BIM handbook.
You can download or view the remaining documents here:

http://www.biminnz.co.nz/nz-bim-handbook