ITeC - Institut de Tecnologia de la Construcció de Catalunya

Construction technology and research

Institut de Tecnologia de la Construcció de Catalunya (ITeC) is a private nonprofit foundation established in 1978. It develops knowledge and technology services to improve the construction sector. Its headquarters are at Wellington 19, 08018 Barcelona.

Services and products

• BEDEC databases: Information covering the full life cycle of construction, from design and building to operation and end of life.
• TCQ/TCQi management software: Tools for preparing, pricing, planning, monitoring, and managing projects, construction work, and maintenance.
• Training: Courses on industry topics, methods, concepts, and ITeC tools, including postgraduate programs in Digital Sustainability Management in Construction and Lean Construction and Advanced Project Management.
• Sustainability: Solutions and strategies for incorporating circular-economy principles into projects and construction.
• Digital transformation: Support and tools for organizations working to digitize their operations.
• BIM object library: Generic and manufacturer objects in eCOB and other formats.
• Certification and assessment: Support to certify and assess construction products and solutions for the market, including DAU (Document of Suitability for Use), European Technical Assessment (ETA), CE marking, and ApTO (Technical Suitability for Construction).
• Lean Construction Barcelona: Activities and outreach on Lean principles, including IPD and LPS, in the construction sector.
• Research, development, and innovation: Information about taking part in national and international projects.
• EOTA Report: A repository on innovative construction products and the Construction Products Regulation.
• Blockchain: Document and certificate verification, fraud reduction, and development of new business models.
• Euroconstruct and market studies: Reports on the construction sector in Europe and focused market research.

Certifications and commitments

ITeC holds ISO 9001:2026 certification and has joined the Voluntary Agreements Program for reducing CO₂ emissions.

International work

The institute says its services are used in several countries, with projects completed during the past five years outside Spain.

Location and contact

Address: Wellington 19, 08018 Barcelona, Spain. Phone: +34 933 09 34 04. Website: itec.cat. Social media: X, Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and LinkedIn.