cobie-export Skill Documentation

Overview

COBie (Construction Operations Building Information Exchange) is a data format and structured approach for delivering building information and documenting construction handover data for facility management operations. It standardizes the transition of critical asset, system, and operational data from the design and construction phases directly into the operations and maintenance (O&M) phase.

This skill maps all extracted Foreman OS project intelligence — from spatial data, equipment schedules, submittals, inspections, and project documentation — into the standard COBie spreadsheet format. The export generates a multi-tab Excel workbook conforming to NBIMS-US COBie v2.4, enabling seamless facility management system integration and compliance with healthcare facility regulations (Joint Commission, CMS, and state licensing).

Why COBie Matters for Foreman OS

In construction projects, especially healthcare facilities, critical operational data is scattered across dozens of sources: specification documents, equipment submittals, O&M manuals, commissioning reports, and maintenance schedules. COBie consolidates this intelligence into a single, structured handover document that facility managers can immediately import into their CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System), reducing administrative overhead and improving asset lifecycle management.

For Morehead One Senior Care (MOSC) and similar healthcare projects:

• Regulatory Compliance: Joint Commission and state inspectors expect documented handover of all medical equipment, fire/life safety systems, and maintenance procedures
• Warranty Tracking: COBie captures manufacturer warranties, service dates, and contact information
• Asset Management: Room-to-equipment mapping enables quick O&M lookup ("What systems serve Bedroom 5?")
• Maintenance Scheduling: Manufacturer-recommended maintenance intervals are embedded in the data
• Spare Parts Management: Predefined spare parts inventory for critical assets