BIM Regulations in Vietnam by 2026
1. Legal Framework
- Decision No. 258/QĐ-TTg: Approval of BIM implementation roadmap
- Decree No. 175/2024/NĐ-CP: Construction management regulations
- Decision No. 2597/QĐ-TTg (2025): Promoting digital transformation in construction
- Draft Decree guiding the Construction Law (expected effective from July 1, 2026)
2. BIM Requirements by 2026
(1) Mandatory Application
By 2026, BIM will be mandatory for:
- Construction works of Grade II or higher
- Projects using public investment, state capital, or PPP
(2) Expanded Scope
- 2024: Applied to special-grade and Grade I projects
- 2026: Expanded to Grade II projects
(3) BIM Documentation Requirements
BIM models must be included in:
- Feasibility study reports
- Construction design documents
- Construction permit applications
- Project acceptance/inspection
👉 BIM becomes an official part of legal documentation
(4) BIM Data Management (Draft 2026)
- Rights and responsibilities for BIM data must be defined in contracts and regulations
- Ministry of Construction issues general guidelines
- Specialized ministries provide detailed instructions
(5) General Policy
- Encourage BIM adoption across all projects
- Integrate BIM with:
- Digital transformation
- Lifecycle management
- Construction databases
3. Summary
👉 2026 marks the shift from encouraged → mandatory BIM adoption:
- Mandatory for Grade II+ projects (especially state-funded)
- BIM becomes part of official project documentation
- Clearer rules on data and responsibilities
BIM APPLICATION AT NO 1 SAI GON
Since 2020, No 1 Sai Gon has been a pioneer in applying BIM (Building Information Modeling) to construction projects, particularly in the industrial sector. To date, BIM has been successfully implemented in hundreds of real construction projects, contributing to improved construction quality and project management efficiency.
The application of BIM enables No 1 Sai Gon to effectively address key challenges in design and construction:
- Resolving clashes between disciplines (Architecture – Structure – MEP) at the design stage, minimizing on-site conflicts
- 3D visualization models, allowing stakeholders to easily understand the project and construction plans
- Early detection of errors, reducing risks, avoiding cost overruns and delays
- Enhanced coordination among project participants, improving overall execution efficiency
With extensive practical experience, No 1 Sai Gon continuously refines its BIM processes to optimize the entire project lifecycle – from design and construction to operation.
We are committed to further advancing BIM as a core foundation to deliver high-quality, cost-effective, and on-schedule projects for our clients.
SAIGON NO. 1 CONSULTING AND CONSTRUCTION JOINT STOCK COMPANY
Head Office: 699 Bui Van Hoa Street, Long Binh Ward, Dong Nai Province
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