NBS CHORUS

NBS Chorus is a cloud-based specification writing platform for the construction industry. It enables user to work smarter and safer, collaborate better and connect their workflow. It is used by over 3,600 companies around the world to create technical specifications up to 70% quicker with 50% less resource.

Chorus includes the essential features needed to produce high-quality quality specifications in the cloud. 

Chorus Pro includes an enhanced set of features which enable complete cloud specification for smarter working. 

We recommend that you get in touch to discuss the best subscription to suit you needs. 

Architecture: Content typically used by architects, surveyors, and interior designers. It includes. building systems and construction products for new buildings, renovation, and related specification e.g. curtain walling, masonry, timber framing, stairs, windows, doorsets. 

Landscape: Content typically used by landscape architects. It includes flora and fauna systems for landscape planting, vegetation control, forestry, and living roofs. Also includes fencing, street furniture, irrigation, drainage, paving etc.

Services: Content typically used by mechanical and electrical engineers. It includes, mechanical and electrical engineering systems for e.g. heating, cooling, water supply, gas supply, fire-extinguishing, lighting, alarms and security.

Structural: Content typically used by structural engineers on building projects. It includes structural systems for buildings, e.g. excavation, foundations, piling, waterproofing, structural glass, structural.

Preliminaries: Project management and contract-related information associated with each content library is available in NBS Chorus Preliminaries, available for Uniclass and CAWS-based specification, e.g. JCT, JCLI, NEC3, NEC4, RIBA Concise, SBCC contracts etc.

Small works: A tailored library of content that contains a selection of clauses and associated technical guidance from the UK CAWS content. This concise scope of content is intended for use on simple construction projects which involve architectural, landscape, and associated building services work’.

When writing a specification in CAWS format for an external window, the user would start by adding the work section L10, ‘Windows/ rooflights/ screens/ louvres’ to their project.

When using Uniclass 2015 to write a specification for an external window, the user would add the specific system from Ss_25_30_95, ‘Window systems’.

The industry has used CAWS for many years, however, CAWS is no longer maintained as a classification system, as it is from an earlier version of Uniclass, and more and more projects are now selecting Uniclass 2015. Read more.

Chorus users can choose a classification system as part of their subscription – each are priced individually.

The cloud has been proven to be a reliable and secure choice for even the largest organisations and is fast becoming the most trusted data solution.

We take data security very seriously, and you can be sure that we have taken all the necessary steps to protect your data and maintain our cloud security.

Take a look at our Security page where we've included some frequently asked questions to share more detail about how we keep your data safe.

We’ve got a range of subscription options available suitable for different business types and working practices.

We also offering monthly flexible payments, so you can spread the cost. Get in touch today and one of our expert team will be able to discuss the best subscription for your business.