CIS Format Specifications. SPECTEXT® is a database of pre-written full-length, short-form and outline master guide specification Sections designed to be used for preparation of project specifications and to create a company master specification system. SPECTEXT® Full-length Sections are designed to offer the majority of architectural and engineering offices access to a method of preparing accurate, competent construction specifications for their projects. Its content is designed for the medium-sized construction project with provisions for expansion to larger projects, to multiple contract work, to construction management work, and other variations.