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INSTRUCTIONS TO TENDERERS APPENDIX S

ESTIDAMA REQUIREMENTS
CHANDELIERS WORK PACKAGE

Attachment B: General guidelines for procuring materials in compliance with the 2 & 3-Pearl Rating ESTIDAMA Requirements.

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General guidelines for procuring materials in compliance with the 2 & 3-Pearl Rating ESTIDAMA Requirements.

A. Refrigerants & Fire Suppression Systems

1. Refrigerants
a) Demonstrate that all refrigerants to be installed within the project site boundary have an ozone depletion potential (ODP) of zero. b) Demonstrate that the weighted average of all refrigerants to be installed within the project has an equivalent Global Warming Potential (GWP) of 10 or less.

2. Fire Suppression Systems

a) Demonstrate that all gaseous fire suppression systems to be installed within the project site boundary have an ozone depletion potential (ODP) of zero. b) Demonstrate that all gaseous fire suppression systems have a GWP of 1 or less. This only refers to refrigeration systems contained within the site boundary; (i.e. district cooling systems which provide only chilled water to the site are not subject to the requirement of this credit)

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Required Documentation:
Manufacturers information for all installed refrigerants and gaseous fire suppression systems confirming ODP of each refrigerant and gas is zero.

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B. Adhesives & Sealants
1. Demonstrate that a minimum of 95% (by weight) of all adhesives and sealants used on the building interior must not exceed the prescribed VOC limits in South Coast Air Quality Management District Rule 1168, some of which are reproduced in the table below. 2. The VOC limits of the remaining non-compliant adhesives and sealants must be no more than 50% higher than values listed for each product type.

Required Documentation:
1. Billing/purchase receipts for all interior adhesives and sealants used in the project; 2. Tracking sheet, signed by the construction managers for receipt of all adhesives and sealants; 3. Material Safety Data Sheets and Technical Data Sheets for all interior adhesives and sealants.

References:
1. South Coast Air Quality Management District (California, US) Rule 1168 Adhesive and Sealant Applications: <www.aqmd.gov>

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C. Paints & Coatings
1. Demonstrate that the interior surface area covered by paints and coatings in the project meet
or are less than the maximum VOC content limits values for paints and coatings for 95% of all surface areas covered by paints and coatings per Annex II, Phase II, Table A of European Directive 2004/42/CE: 2004. The VOC limits of the remaining non-compliant paints and coatings must be no more than 50% higher than the values listed above for each product type. All paints and coatings must have fungal resistance.

2.

Required Documentation:
1. Billing / purchase receipts for all interior paints and coatings used in the project; 2. Tracking sheet, signed by the construction managers for receipt of all paints and coatings 3. Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and Technical Data Sheets for all interior paints and coatings.

References:
1. Annex II, Table A of Directive 2004/42/CE of the European Parliament and of The Council of 21 April 2004: <http://eurlex.europa.eu/LexUriServ/LexUriServ.do? uri=OJ:L:2004:143:0087:0096:EN:PDF>

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D.Carpet & Hard Flooring
Demonstrate that 100% of all surface areas covered by carpets and cushion and hard floor and associated finishes comply with the following requirements:

1. Carpet
Demonstrate that all carpet and carpet cushion meet or exceed the Carpet and Rug Institute Green Label or Green Label Plus Program or Greenguard Indoor Air Quality Certification Program for Carpets.

2. Hard Flooring
Demonstrate that all hard flooring systems and finishes have achieved FloorScore Certification or Greenguard Indoor Air Quality Certification for low emitting products.

OR 3. For Wood Flooring

a) Confirm that ALL wood flooring products do not exceed class E1 for formaldehyde content and do not exceed 5 parts per million (ppm) for Pentachlorophenol (PCP) content. Wood products must be tested, classified and appropriately marked according to the requirements of BS EN 14342:2005. All remaining non-wood flooring must comply with the requirements above. b) Any adhesives associated with the carpet, carpet cushion or hard flooring system must meet the requirements of Section B: Adhesives and Sealants.

Required Documentation:
1. Material Safety Data Sheets and Technical Data Sheets for these products.

References:
1. Carpet and Rug Institute GreenLabel and Green Label Plus Program: <www.carpetrug.org> 2. The FloorScore Program from the Resilient Floor Covering Institute: Certification of flooring products for indoor air quality compliance. Products covered under this program include (Tile, Rubber flooring, engineered hardwood flooring, bamboo flooring, polymeric flooring, linoleum flooring, sheet vinyl flooring, vinyl tile, vinyl composition tile): <www.rfci.com/int_FloorScore.htm> 3. Greenguard Indoor Air Quality Certification Program from the Greenguard Environmental Institute. Products covered under this program include Laminate Flooring, Carpet, Resilient Flooring, Wood Flooring, Stone / Terrazzo flooring, flooring underlay, wood floor finishes, hard surface floor finishes: <www.greenguard.org> 4. BS EN 14342:2005 Wood Flooring. Characteristics, evaluation of conformity and marking: <www.bsigroup.com>

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E. Ceiling Systems
1. Suspended Ceiling Systems
Demonstrate that all suspended ceiling systems comply with the requirements of BS EN 13964: 2004 section 4.5, in relation to asbestos (no asbestos) and formaldehyde content (which must meet class E1 at a minimum and be tested, classified and appropriately marked).

2. Non-Suspended Ceiling Systems

a) Comply with the requirements listed in Section B for any Adhesives and Sealants. b) Comply with the requirements listed in Section C for any Paints and Coatings. 3. For any wood based paneled ceilings, comply with the requirements of BS EN 13986:2004 in relation to limits and testing requirements for formaldehyde VOC content (which must meet class E1 at a minimum) and do not exceed 5 parts per million (ppm) for Pentachlorophenol (PCP) content.

Required Documentation:
1. Billing/purchase receipts for all aspects relating to the ceiling systems of the project; 2. Tracking sheet, signed by the construction managers for receipt of all products requiring compliance with the requirements; 3. Material Safety Data Sheets and Technical Data Sheets for all products requiring compliance with the credit requirements.

References:
1. BS EN 13964: 2004Suspended Ceilings Requirements and Test Methods, section 4.5: <www.bsigroup.com> 2. BS EN 13986:2004 Wood-based panels for use in construction Characteristics, evaluation of conformity and marking, sections 5.7 and 5.18: <www.bsigroup.com>

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F. Formaldehyde
1. Demonstrate that all internal construction materials do not exceed formaldehyde VOC content class E1 levels. 2. In addition to achieving the requirement above, demonstrate that all installed furniture does not exceed formaldehyde VOC content class E1 levels. All products must be tested according to the reference standards or demonstrated equivalent testing standards.

Required Documentation:
1. For all products containing formaldehyde, provide either Manufacturers Data sheets. or 2. Third party evidence showing certification of formaldehyde content tested, according to appropriate testing standards (see reference standards) by one of the following: Reputable certified independent testing laboratory; or Certification from a reputable third party assessment body.

References: 1. EN 717-1 for initial type testing:

<www.bsigroup.com>

2. EN120 and EN 717-2 for factory production control:

www.bsigroup.com

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G.Timber
1. Demonstrate that where timber is specified to treat external structures where there is
frequent and intimate contact, such as but not limited to- shading devices, playground equipment and handrails that no chromated copper arsenate (CCA)-treated timber is used on the project.

2. Demonstrate that a proportion (by cost) of the timber and composite wood products used on
the project, including temporary construction timber, is reused OR certified (with Chain of Custody Certification: CoC) under any one or any combination of the following certification schemes as per the Requirement Achievement table: a) Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), or b) Program for the Endorsement of Forest Certification scheme (PEFC) or the following national schemes endorsed by PEFC: the Canadian Standards Association, CSA, the Sustainable Forestry Initiative SFI and the Malaysian Timber Certification Scheme MTCS; and

3. Demonstrate that all timber is legally sourced and not on the CITES (Convention on
International Trade in Endangered Species) list of endangered species (Appendix I, II and III).

Required Documentation:
1. Evidence of purchase indicating that no CCA-treated timber was used in the project as per the Credit Requirements. 2. Updated list of installed timber products (including temporary construction highlighting certification schemes used and/or if the timber product was reused; 3. Chain of custody (CoC) certificates associated with each timber product; and 4. Evidence of purchase and installation of the certified timber products from suppliers and installers. timber)

References:
1. Forest Stewardship Council (FSC): <www.pefc.org> 2. Program for the Endorsement of Forest Certification scheme (PEFC): <www.fsc.org> 3. Canadian Standards Association (CSA): <www.csa.ca> 4. Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI): <www.sfiprogam.org> 5. Malaysian Timber Certification Scheme (MTCS): <www.mtcc.com.my> 6. Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) list of endangered species, Appendix I, II and III: <http://www.cites.org/eng/app/index.shtml>

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H.Building Materials
1. Zero ODP, Low GWP Insulation
All thermal insulation materials used in the project have an Ozone Depleting Potential of zero (ODP = 0) and a low Global Warming Potential of less than five (GWP 5). Compliance is required for any blowing agent used to manufacture the insulation product or to spray it in place.

2. Chlorine Free Materials

Replace business as usual use of chlorine-based materials including Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), Chlorinated polyethylene (CPE), Chlorinated polyvinyl chloride (CPVC), Chlorosulfonated polyethylene (CSPE), and Polychloroprene with more sustainable alternatives for three or more of the following building product groups (The proportions required are indicated below): a) Insulation (80% or more by surface area); b) Waterproofing sheets and membranes (50% or more by surface area); c) External cladding (90% or more by surface area); d) Floor and wall coverings (90% or more by surface area); e) Windows and door frames (90% or more by linear length); f) Pipes (50% or more by linear length); and g) Electrical Cables, cable sheathing and Conduits (50% or more by linear length).

3. Low Toxicity Materials

Eliminate materials or building products or components containing elements or compounds with the following R-phrase attribution under EU Risk Phrases (R-Phrases) listed in Annex III of EU Directives 67/548/EEC: R20 - Harmful by inhalation. R21 - Harmful in contact with skin. R22 - Harmful if swallowed. R23 - Toxic by inhalation. R24 - Toxic in contact with skin. R25 - Toxic if swallowed. R26 - Very toxic by inhalation. R27 - Very toxic in contact with skin. R28 - Very toxic if swallowed. R29 - Contact with water liberates toxic gas. R31 - Contact with acids liberates toxic gas. R32 - Contact with acids liberates very toxic gas. R33 - Danger of cumulative effects. R36 - Irritating to eyes. R37 - Irritating to respiratory system. R38 - Irritating to skin. R39 - Danger of very serious irreversible effects. R41 - Risk of serious damage to eyes. R42 - May cause sensitization by inhalation. R43 - May cause sensitization by skin contact. R45 - May cause cancer. R46 - May cause heritable genetic damage. R48 - Danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure. R49 - May cause cancer by inhalation. R50 - Very toxic to aquatic organisms. R51 - Toxic to aquatic organisms. R52 - Harmful to aquatic organisms. R53 - May cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. R54 - Toxic to flora. Page 10 of 16

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R55 R56 R57 R58 R59 R60 R61 R62 R63 R64 R65 Toxic to fauna. Toxic to soil organisms. Toxic to bees. May cause long-term adverse effects in the environment. Dangerous for the ozone layer. May impair fertility. May cause harm to the unborn child. Possible risk of impaired fertility. Possible risk of harm to the unborn child. May cause harm to breastfed babies. Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed.

All building materials must not contain materials or compounds with over 1% of constituent materials with designated R-phrases in the above categories (minor exceptions permitted if it can be demonstrated that no alternatives are available).

Required Documentation:
1. Summary sheet listing all uses of insulation in the project; and 2. For all listed products, extracts from specifications requiring materials manufactured without the use of ozone-depleting materials and with a global warming potential of less than 5. 3. Extracts from specifications requiring the corresponding to the chosen initiatives; and use of chlorine free materials/products

4. Area/ length percentage calculations for each material product category. 5. Extracts from specifications highlighting that all materials in the project meet the Credit Requirements.

References:
1. EU Directive on Dangerous Substances 67/548/EEC: <http://ec.europa.eu/environment/chemicals/dansub/consolidated_en.htm> 2. EU Directive 67/548/EEC Annex III : <http://ec.europa.eu/environment/chemicals/dansub/pdfs/annex3_en.pdf>

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I. Regional Materials
1. Demonstrate that the transport distance traveled by materials, representing a proportion of the material cost, is not greater than 500 km from the furthest point of origin to the project site: a) Cost of regional materials equivalent to 10% of Total Material Cost b) Cost of regional materials equivalent to 20% of Total Material Cost Any materials sent by airfreight at any point during their transport do not qualify for this credit.

Note:
1. The furthest point of origin is the longest distance to the project site from (1) the point of extraction, harvest or recovery or (2) the point of manufacture. 2. The distance traveled is calculated as (Distance traveled by road or rail + 0.1 x Distance traveled by sea) 3. For composite materials, a weighted average by weight (mass) must be applied to the distance. This calculation is not necessary for materials where one major constituent represents at least 90% of the final material by weight. 4. Where materials or primary constituent elements are quarried, extracted, or harvested, the calculation begins at this point and includes the distance traveled to the manufacturing/processing facility. 5. Where products are primarily comprised of recycled materials (i.e. 90% by weight or more), the calculation begins at the point of manufacture. 6. Calculations to include distance to site but do not include returns. 7. Total Material Cost: exclude labor and equipment costs and include the following divisions from the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) MasterFormatTM or equivalent: Division 03 Concrete, Division 04 Masonry, Division 05 Metals, Division 06 Wood, Plastics, and Composites, Division 07 Thermal and Moisture Protection, Division 08 Openings, Division 09 Finishes, Division 10 Specialties, Division 31 Earthwork, Division 32 Exterior Improvements. It is optional to also include Division 12; however, associated costs have to be carried throughout all Stewarding Materials credits.

Required Documentation:
1. Updated report listing all nominated materials demonstrating compliance with the Credit Requirements, including: a) Final cost; b) Location(s) of extract/harvest/recovery/manufacture; and c) proof of manufacture detailing country of origin and port of entry, if applicable. 2. For each nominated material, proof of manufacture detailing country of origin and port of entry, if applicable; and 3. Evidence of purchase and installation of these materials in the project in the form of invoices from suppliers and installers.

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J. Concrete
Demonstrate through either the use of supplementary cementing materials (SCMs) (including fly ash, ground granulated blast furnace slag (GGBFS) and silica fumes) or the increased use of aggregates or admixtures, that the project has reduced the overall amount of Portland cement used and associated embodied greenhouse gas emissions as per the below table:

Required Documentation: 1. Updated calculations by embodied GHG emissions (Cement Replacement, using the Estidama
Concrete GHG calculator) demonstrating compliance with the Credit Requirements;

2. Proofs of manufacture for all nominated materials; and 3. Proof of purchase for all nominated materials.

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K. Aggregates
1. Demonstrate that at least 15% of all aggregates used on site (by volume), in structural and non-structural applications are recycled. OR 2. Demonstrate that only recycled aggregates and/or aggregates from industrial waste byproducts are used as base, sub-base or backfill.

Required Documentation: 1. Updated calculations by volume (Recycled Aggregates) demonstrating compliance with the
Credit Requirements;

2. Proofs of manufacture for all nominated materials; and 3. Proof of purchase for all nominated materials.

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L. Roofing & Shading Materials

1. Roofing Materials:
Use roofing materials with a Solar Reflectance Index (SRI) >= 78

Note:
a) The entire roof except those areas covered by mechanical plant, shading devices, renewable technologies and designated vegetated roofs must use materials with a SRI >= 78. b) Roof areas covered by external shading devices are calculated as the portion of roof area in shade measured at 12pm solar time on the summer solstice. The upper surface of those shading devices must also use materials with a SRI >= 78. c) Roofs are defined as the upper portion of the building envelope that are tilted at an angle of less than 60 degrees to the horizontal. d) Where a building contains no roof surfaces (excluding areas covered by mechanical plant, designated vegetated roofs and renewable technologies), the credit point is awarded automatically. e) The SRI of a material shall be calculated based on solar reflectance and emittance numbers as defined in the American Society of Testing and Materials Standard E1980-01. Alternatively manufacturers evidence can be supplied where the testing is in accordance with the referenced standards below.

Required Documentation:
Manufacturers information relating to construction thermal performance parameters and building envelope air tightness specifications and air testing results (where applicable).

2. Shading Materials:
Where cover is provided by structures such as canopies or other architectural elements, the outer surface of the shading element must have a minimum Solar Reflectance Index (SRI) of 29. SRI values for the outer surface of cover elements can be calculated based on solar reflectance and emittance numbers as defined in the American Society of Testing and Materials Standard E1980-01. Alternatively manufacturers evidence can be supplied where the testing is in accordance with the referenced standards below.

Required Documentation:
Evidence that all purchased and installed covers have compliant outer surface SRIs.

References:
1) ASTM E1980 - 01 Standard Practice for Calculating Solar Reflectance Index of Horizontal and Low-Sloped Opaque Surfaces. 2) ASTM E1918-06, Standard Test Method for Measuring Solar Reflectance of Horizontal and LowSloped Surfaces in the Field. 3) ASTM C1549-09, Standard Test Method for Determination of Solar Reflectance near Ambient Temperature Using a Portable Solar Reflectometer. 4) ASTM E 408-71(2008), Standard Test Methods for Total Normal Emittance of Surfaces Using Inspection-Meter Techniques. Page 15 of 16

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5) ASTM C1371-04a, Standard Test Method for Determination of Emittance of Materials Near Room Temperature Using Portable Emissometers. 6) Abu Dhabi Urban Street Design Manual Community facilities requirements, Urban Planning Council.

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