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Specifications for manufacturers: where do I start?
Where do you start as a manufacturer if you want to come in more often? How are you prescribed? ZeeBoer can help with this, because for more than 35 years we have been helping suppliers in the construction industry to distribute their product information, specification texts and BIM information.
- What are your solutions for construction?
- Where is the difference between your products and systems?
- How, where, why, for whom?
Contact ZeeBoer and we will go through these questions with you. Without obligation of course.
A checklist, should you already have specifications
Do you already have specification texts or FPS? A short checklist follows.
- Are your texts available in the correct STABU or RAW format?
- Are your specifications up to date?
- Are your specification texts resistant to faulty product combinations?
- Do you offer choice support when composing a text?
- Are you listed on Bouwspex.nl?
Should you have questions? Please contact us.
May you, as a manufacturer, be prescribedin tender specifications?
According to European legislation, governments are not allowed to just commit to a particular supplier. Neutral prescribing is usually mandatory in public works. However, there are exceptions to this rule.
- Your product distinguishes itself aesthetically from other products
- The requested system must match a previously applied solution
- Stating a manufacturer's name is necessary due to delivery time and logistics
As a manufacturer you can therefore be mentioned in the specifications on the basis of the above exceptions. Specifiers generally appreciate good support in putting together a correct tender specification. By the way, the European rules only apply to public works. The project owner does not have to adhere to this in a private project.
In the selection tools and specification services that ZeeBoer makes for its clients, the name of the manufacturer is stated by default. Naturally the specifier decides whether to include the name in his specification. Note: even if your name isn't in the specifications, you can distinguish yourself in the market. ZeeBoer can also be of service to manufacturers for these neutral specifications.
Click here for more information about preparing specification texts or make an appointment for a no-obligation consultation.
More about Open Specification Format (OSF)
ZeeBoer is a co-initiator of Open Specifications Format (OSF). OSF is a file format for specifications. Think of product specifications, specifications and project specifications. Independent of the classification used.
Previously, a STABU specification was saved in SUF format. Today STABU uses OSF for its catalog and updates. In addition, KOMO has created a library based on OSF and ZeeBoer itself naturally also uses OSF for its specification texts.
Why still have specifications?
A specification is the contract document in construction. This includes agreements between the client and the contractor. Although construction is increasingly using a BIM model, the contract document is indispensable. The combination of a good problem statement, a correct product description and correct representation of the requirements for the end result therefore remains necessary.
What does EMVI mean?
EMVI is the Dutch abbreviation for Economical Most Advantageous Tender. The registration price of the project is determined not only by labor and material, but also by other matters. For example efficiency, environmental effects, communication with the end users etc. ZeeBoer is happy to help you highlight the unique features of your solutions. Together we can make a good request specification or correct answer specification.
What is the difference between STABU and RAW?
STABU and RAW are contract forms for construction. STABU and RAW are both a specification system. STABU is a standard that is used specifically for residential construction and B&U. RAW is a standard for ground, road and hydraulic engineering (GWW). Recording agreements is important. Also in a BIM process. STABU and RAW are increasingly being combined with BIM.
The manufacturer is a knowledge partner for construction. It is interesting for suppliers to work out solutions for inclusion in STABU or RAW. ZeeBoer can support you with this. Would like to know more? Request our free white paper.
What is system thinking?
Individual products play a minor role in construction. The combination of products and the right workmanship together make a good solution. Manufacturers are the most important supplier of knowledge for this. ZeeBoer advises and supports manufacturers and suppliers in the distribution and management of their solutions.
