CAIS Costing Overview
The Condition Assessment Information System (CAIS) is a web-based cost estimating application that provides condition assessment information to ensure real property assets are maintained in a manner that will continue to meet DOE program goals. CAIS uses industry standard deficiency systems (Uniformat II) and construction costing information to implement a costing algorithm for generating deficiency repair and replacement costs. The system supports and implements the requirements of DOE Order 430.1b (Real Property Asset Management Order).
Through an easy to use interface with the Facilities Information Management System (FIMS), CAIS can upload critical data elements to FIMS which include Repair Needs, Deferred Maintenance, Modernization Cost and Last Inspection Date. CAIS also provides the capability to develop projects for reducing Repair Needs and Deferred Maintenance backlogs as well as replacing/upgrading assets.
The CAIS user friendly interface which includes capabilities such as ad-hoc reports, standard reports, archive and data element customization make this an effective tool understanding the condition of the Department’s assets.