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As we move forward with more BIM projects we are anticipating requests from clients, particularly those with in-house construction or facilities management capabilities, for the release of the model. Is anyone aware of a recommended BIM (Revit) file/model release form or suggested contract clauses to limit how the model may be used?

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Laura Rachlin AIA
Quadrangle Architects Limited
Toronto ON
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I believe the AIA E202 deals with this. You may want to check this out if you haven't already.

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Ryan Jacobs AIA
BLDD Architects, Inc.
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You may still want to discuss this with your attorney.  It needs to be clear exactly what the expectations are for the model you are transferring.  This is applicable to transferring the model to your consultants, also.  

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Glen Anders AIA
TranSystems Corporation
Norfolk VA
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Original Message:
Sent: 01-28-2013 09:27
From: Ryan Jacobs
Subject: Authorization to use BIM Models

I believe the AIA E202 deals with this. You may want to check this out if you haven't already.

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Ryan Jacobs AIA
BLDD Architects, Inc.
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AIA Document E202 - Building Information Modeling Protocol Exhibit - may be what you're looking for.  It is designed as an attachment to an Agreement.  It is quite comprehensive in addressing each party's responsibilities and expectations for model content, ownership, management, level of development, reliance on the content, authorized use, etc.  It is flexible enough to adapt to your particular needs.

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Steven Groth AIA
Uihlein-Wilson Architects
Milwaukee WI
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