Understanding the FHWA's "Advancing BIM for Infrastructure National Strategic Roadmap"

Abstract: The Federal Highway Administration has a vision of how all Departments of Transportation in the United States should conduct their Digital Project Delivery activities by the year 2031. This vision was published and distributed in June of 2021 and is based upon the successful implementation and standardization of Building Information Management principals in Europe, Scandinavia and other countries. The FHWA also contracted with HDR to conduct an 18 month study, determining if these same BIM principals could be successfully used by US DOT agencies.

To achieve this vision all the project stakeholders must emphasize the elimination of redundant data creation, isolated silos of proprietary technology, rework and expensive change orders late in the project. Simultaneously an increased effort must be undertaken to improve collaboration, developing a common vocabulary, establishing data governance standards and ensuring geolocated digital as-built information is collected, maintained and shared downstream.

This session will delve into the specific objectives of this vision, the driving motivations behind the vision, the timeline and milestones, and the support available to ensure the success of US DOTs. Additionally, the session will address the evolving roles and responsibilities of DOT consultants, contractors, and technology partners in relation to the Advancing BIM for Infrastructure National Strategic Roadmap.