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Specification Types

Each MASTERSPEC Library includes documents in three formats or types. Select the specification type that suits your practice:

  • Full Length — The best solution for moderate- to large-scale, complex projects and varied bidding and contracting situations
  • Short Form — Abridged versions of the most common specifications.
  • Outline — Corresponding outline specifications that jumpstart design development and schematic phases

Most MASTERSPEC Full-length, Short-form, or Outline Libraries offer you a choice of specification packages:

  • Basic — Most commonly used sections for typical commercial projects
  • Expanded — The Basic Package Plus the Supplemental version, which includes sections addressing more specialized project requirements

Available Specification Types and Packages

Libraries Full Length Short Form Outline
Basic Expanded Basic Expanded Basic Expanded

Architectural/Structural/Civil Group
Architectural/Structural/Civil
Interiors      
Roofing      
Security & Detention      

Structural/Civil/Landscape Group
Structural/Civil/Landscape
Structural      
Site Civil      
Landscape Architecture      

Mechanical/Electrical Group
Mechanical/Electrical

Mechanical
Electrical
Fire Protection      

General Requirements Group
General Requirements      

Comprehensive
Comprehensive
(All sections)