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Green Building Tender Requirements
Al Safaa Establishment
Proposed G+8+L.R Residential Building
Plot No. 22-024 Nadd Hessa, DSO, Dubai, UAE
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Proposed G+8+L.R Residential Building at Plot No. 22-024 Nadd Hessa, DSO, Dubai, UAE

Project Proposed G+8+L.R Residential Building
Project Location Plot No. 22-024 Nadd Hessa, DSO, Dubai, UAE
Owner Al Safaa Establishment
Consultant Arkiplan Consulting Architects & Engineers
Document Reference GT/GB/1348/AlSafaa/16/13

Project Reference GT/PJ/15/1348
Prepared By SMR
Version 1.0
Submission Date 09th
GlobalTech Safety and Environmental Consultancy
P.O. Box 111010, Dubai, UAE.
Tel: +971 4 3573337, Fax: +971 4 3573338
Email: gt@eim.ae
www.globaltech.ae
© 2016 GlobalTech Safety and Environmental Consultancy

All rights reserved. This is the property of GlobalTech Safety & Environmental Consultancy an d is released on the condition that this work may not be reproduced or used
(entirely or partially) for any purpose without the written consent of GlobalTech Safety and Environmental Consultancy.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 Introduction ....................................................................................................................................................................... 6
1.1 Project Brief .............................................................................................................................................................. 6
1.2 DSOA Green Building Regulations .......................................................................................................................... 6
1.3 Compliance & Implementation of the DSOA Green Building Regulations .............................................................. 6
1.4 Legal Requirements Framework .............................................................................................................................. 6
2 Architectural & Civil Requirements Related To Green Building ....................................................................................... 7
2.1 General Compliance to Project Design .................................................................................................................... 7
2.2 Landscaping and Irrigation System Design ............................................................................................................. 7
2.3 Roofing & Non Roofing Material Specifications ....................................................................................................... 7
2.4 Parking Requirements .............................................................................................................................................. 7
2.5 Segregation Facility for Recyclable Waste ............................................................................................................... 7
2.6 Building Envelope Specifications ............................................................................................................................. 7
3 MEP Requirements Related to Green Building ................................................................................................................ 8
3.1 MEP Specifications ................................................................................................................................................... 8
3.2 Motors ....................................................................................................................................................................... 8
3.3 Ventilation Design ..................................................................................................................................................... 8
3.4 Lighting ..................................................................................................................................................................... 9
3.5 Power Distribution System ....................................................................................................................................... 9
3.6 Specifications for Water Supply System .................................................................................................................. 9
4 Low Emitting Materials Requirements ............................................................................................................................ 10
5 Construction IAQ Management - During Construction .................................................................................................. 12
6 Construction IAQ Management Before Occupancy .................................................................................................... 14
6.1 Air Quality Testing for IAQ Management Plan (Before-Occupancy) ..................................................................... 14
7 Blower Door Testing ....................................................................................................................................................... 16
7.1 Intent ....................................................................................................................................................................... 16
7.2 Requirements ......................................................................................................................................................... 16
8 Erosion and Sedimentation Control Strategies .............................................................................................................. 17
8.1 Definitions ............................................................................................................................................................... 17
8.2 Erosion Control ....................................................................................................................................................... 17
8.3 Sedimentation Control ............................................................................................................................................ 17
8.4 Excavated Soil Management Procedures .............................................................................................................. 17
8.5 Dust Control and Management .............................................................................................................................. 18
8.5.1 Sources of Dust and Emissions ......................................................................................................................... 18
8.5.2 Dust Control Measures....................................................................................................................................... 18
8.6 Storm Water Management ..................................................................................................................................... 19
8.7 Measures during Rainy Periods ............................................................................................................................. 19
8.8 Protection of Landscape during Construction ....................................................................................................... 19
9 Construction Waste Management .................................................................................................................................. 20
9.1 Waste Segregation and Management ................................................................................................................... 20
10 Environmental Responsibilities of the Contractor .......................................................................................................... 21
10.1 General Responsibilities ......................................................................................................................................... 21
10.2 Materials Inventory Documentation ........................................................................................................................ 21
11 Building Commissioning ................................................................................................................................................. 22
11.1 Summary................................................................................................................................................................. 22
11.2 Responsibilities ....................................................................................................................................................... 22
11.3 Systems under Commissioning Scope of Work .................................................................................................... 23
11.4 Commissioning Process for Construction Phase .................................................................................................. 23
11.5 Testing Adjusting & Balancing ............................................................................................................................... 23
11.6 Functional Checks .................................................................................................................................................. 23
11.7 Training of Facility Team......................................................................................................................................... 24
12 Measurement & Verification ............................................................................................................................................ 25
12.1 Objectives ............................................................................................................................................................... 25
12.2 General Requirements............................................................................................................................................ 25
12.3 Methodology for Calculation of Energy Savings .................................................................................................... 25
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12.4 Implementation of Measurement & Verification ..................................................................................................... 26

12.4.1 Total Building Electrical Energy ..................................................................................................................... 26
12.4.2 Utility Metering ................................................................................................................................................ 27
12.5 List of Equipment for Measurement & Verification ................................................................................................. 27
List of Tables
Table 2-1: Building Envelope Specifications ............................................................................................................................ 8

Table 3-1: Specifications of Water Fixtures .............................................................................................................................. 9
Table 4-1: VOC limits for Paints & Coatings ........................................................................................................................... 10
Table 4-2: VOC limits for Adhesives & Sealants ..................................................................................................................... 11
Table 5-1: Concentration limits for Contaminants .................................................................................................................. 15
Table 11-1: Equipment Specifications to be measured ......................................................................................................... 24
Table 11-2: Equipment Details for Functional Checks ........................................................................................................... 24
Table 12-1: List of Equipment for Measurement & Verification .............................................................................................. 27
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Abbreviations Used in the Document
ASHRAE American Society of Heating, Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Engineers

ECM Energy Conservation Measures
DSOA Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority
HVAC Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
IAQ Indoor Air Quality
IESNA Illuminating Engineering Society of North America
IPMVP International Performance Measurement & Verification Protocols
LEED Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design
NADCA National Air Duct Cleaning Association

SCAQMD South Coast Air Quality Management District
USGBC United States Green Building Council
VOC Volatile Organic Compound
Definitions for the Terms used in the Document
Densely Occupied Areas Areas with the occupant density less than 40 sq.ft/person
Carbon compounds that participate in atmospheric photochemical reactions
Volatile Organic Compounds (excluding carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, carbonic acid, metallic carbides and
carbonates, and ammonium carbonate).
Materials with the low contents of Volatile Organic Compounds as per the relevant
Low Emitting Materials
standards of each type of products.
Recycled Content of an assembly includes the percentages of post-consumer and
Recycled Content pre-consumer content. The determination is made by dividing the weight of the
recycled content by the overall weight of the assembly.
Also referred as Post-Industrial Content, is defined as material diverted from the waste
stream during the manufacturing process. Excluded is reutilization of materials such
Pre Consumer Content
as rework, regrind or scrap generated in a process and capable of being reclaimed
within the same process that generated it (Source ISO 14021).
This is the material generated by households or by commercial, industrial and
institutional facilities in their role as end-users of the product which can no longer be
Post-Consumer Material
used for its intended purpose. This includes returns of materials from the distribution
chain (Source: ISO 14021).
Materials or products that have been extracted, harvested or recovered, as well as
manufactured, within 500 miles of the project site for a minimum of 10% (based on
Regional Materials cost) of the total materials value. If only a fraction of a product or material is
extracted/harvested/recovered and manufactured locally, then only that percentage
(by weight) must contribute to the regional value.
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1 Introduction
1.1 Project Brief
Al Safaa Establishment ntends to develop a G+8+L.R Residential Building

at Plot No. 22-024 Nadd Hessa, DSO, Dubai, UAE.
The Owner being committed to integrate and implement the Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority Green Building Regulations
into the design and construction of the project, appointed Global Tech Safety and Environmental Consultancy to provide
Green Building Consultancy and Commissioning Services that would ensure incorporation and adherence to the DSOA
Green Building regulations and principles into the design of the Project.
1.2 DSOA Green Building Regulations
In line with Dubai Strategic Plan 2015 and recent (October 2007) directive as laid out by His Highness Sheikh
Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, Engineering
Management has drafted comprehensive Green Building Regulations for Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority. The purpose of
the regulations is to improve the performance of buildings in Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority by reducing the consumption
of energy, water and materials, improving public health, safety and general welfare and by enhancing the planning,
design, construction and operation of buildings.
The base of these regulations has been adopted from US Green Building Council (USGBC), LEED Rating system for New
Developments and Major Renovations, Version 2.2.
1.3 Compliance & Implementation of the DSOA Green Building Regulations
All the involved parties such as the consultants, contractors and subcontractors are committed to integrate and
implement the DSOA Green Building Regulations in the design, construction and post construction phases of the
building. Owner has appointed GlobalTech Safety & Environmental Consultancy, hereafter will be referred as
GlobalTech, a DSOA approved company to provide Green Building Consultancy and Commissioning Services for
implementing the DSOA Green Building Regulations and principles for the Project.
1.4 Legal Requirements Framework
In addition to the existing legal clauses and requirements, the structure of DSOA Green Building requirements can be
interpreted to a practical sense of the project owner being the primary obligatory party that might designate his
responsibility to a nominated representative to oversee the adherence as per an appropriate agreement as best deemed
by the two parties. The Principal Consultant is in charge of the Design, Approvals and Supervision of the Project until
completion and is also required to ensure adherence to DSOA Green Building Regulations during Design, Tendering,
Construction, and Post Construction Phases of the Project.
The Principal Consultant is primarily responsible to thoroughly and clearly convey these Green Building Requirements to
the Contractor.
The Contractor who in turn by accepting the requirements of this tender document is bound to the clauses and
requirements with regards to the Green Building requisites and procedures upon awarding of the construction contract.
The principal contractor is further obliged to ensure compliance of this tender requirement by all the sub-contractors and
their personnel executing work in the Project.
Any or all variation and deviation with regards to the tender specifications and design should be conveyed in writing and
alterations or changes needs to be accommodated upon mutual agreement that should be in compliance to the green
building regulations. Any other local regulatory guideline or requirement that is omitted or more stringent to what is
prescribed in this tender document should be adhered as required.
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2 Architectural & Civil Requirements Related To Green Building
2.1 General Compliance to Project Design
Contractor shall adhere to the design of the project in principle. Any or all variation and deviation with regards to these
tender specifications and design should be conveyed in writing to the project team and alterations or changes needs to
be accommodated upon mutual agreement and that should be in compliance to the green building regulations. A post
contract meeting shall be organized for the entire project team in order to make them aware about the project goals for
green building and compliance to the regulatory requirements of the project.
2.2 Landscaping and Irrigation System Design
Use draught tolerant plant species and provide high efficiency drip irrigation system for at least 50% of the total
landscape area for a minimum of 50% annual irrigation water requirement.
One hundred percent (100%) of the total exterior landscaping must be irrigated using non-potable water or drip or subsoil
water delivery systems. The landscaping includes green roofs.
All irrigation systems must incorporate, at any point that they connect to a portable water supply, backflow prevention
practice for field testing or any other testing regime approved by Dubai Municipality.
Necessary provisions shall be made to utilize collected storm water and TSE water available from authorities in future for
irrigation purposes.
2.3 Roofing & Non Roofing Material Specifications
Roof (exposed to direct sunlight) of the building should be covered with a material having solar reflective index (SRI)
value of 78 or more. And all Non-Roof (exposed to direct sunlight) of the building should be covered with a material
having solar reflective index (SRI) value of 29 or more. Specifications should be confirmed with the supplier prior to the
procurement of material. In case no specific document is available to confirm the specifications, laboratory test should be
undertaken by the contractor to confirm the values.
2.4 Parking Requirements
Designated parking spaces for the following should be provided onsite. Necessary sign boards should be installed to
guide the building occupants for its usage. These preferred parking spaces must be located at prime parking locations
close to building entrance and/or lift lobbies.
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03 Carpools/Vanpools
2.5 Segregation Facility for Recyclable Waste
Waste bins for storage & collection of recyclable waste such as paper, metal, plastic shall be provided in an easily
accessible location inside the building e.g. reception lobby. A minimum 3 nos. of waste bins should be provided in order
to segregate these recyclable wastes.
Additionally, all main entrance should be provided with 10 feet long roll-out mat in the primary direction of movement.
2.6 Building Envelope Specifications
Building envelope shall be completely insulated and must comply with the design specifications and should confirm to
the following U values for building fabric:
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Table 2-1: Building Envelope Specifications
Building Element Composite U Value (Btu/hr-ft2 o K)

External Block Walls 0.050
Roof 0.040
Glass 0.335 with Shading Coefficient 0.250
3 MEP Requirements Related to Green Building
This section highlights the minimum requirements to be followed towards MEP Design and subsequent selection of
related systems and equipment. The MEP Design Requirements mentioned in this section have been reviewed and
confirmed by the design consultants as best suited for the project. It is the responsibility of appointed Contractor to
comply with precise design requirements during the selection and installation of equipment during Construction Phase of
the Project.
3.1 MEP Specifications
1. HVAC System shall comply with the mandatory provisions of sections 6.4, 7.4, 8.4, 9.4 & 10.4 of ASHRAE 90.1
2007.
2. Minimum duct seal level must comply with table 6.4.4.2A Minimum duct seal level of ASHRAE 90.1 2007.
3. Duct insulation must meet the requirements of table 6.8.2A or 6.8.2B of ASHRAE 90.1 2007 standard as applicable.
4. All the air conditioning equipment, including thermal insulation and fire suppression systems shall have non-cfc and
zero ozone depletion potential substances.
5. All air conditioning systems must meet and exceed the minimum energy efficiency requirements of ASHRAE 90.1
2007 standard. Minimum COP of air cooled chillers must be 3.0 at ARI conditions.
6. All points where condensate is produced by the operation of air conditioning equipment, there must be a means of
collecting and disposing of the water. Condensate collection pans and drainage pipes must be installed to prevent
standing water and to provide drainage. A minimum air break of twenty five (25) mm must be provided between the
condensate.
7. Condensate water from all air conditioning equipment units handling outside air, or a mixture of return air and outside
air where the outside air is not preconditioned must be recovered and used for irrigation, toilet flushing, or other
onsite purpose.
3.2 Motors
Electrical motor efficiencies must meet up with the minimum energy efficiency specifications stated in Table 10.8 of
ASHRAE 90.1-2007.
3.3 Ventilation Design
1. Fresh air must be provided to each occupied zone of the building and must meet the minimum requirements of
ASHRAE 62.1 2007 standard. Any change in the project design has to be approved by Green Building Consultant
prior to proceed for execution.
2. Fresh air handling units shall be equipped with Heat Recovery Wheel. Machine should be capable of recovering
both sensible and latent heat loads with an efficiency of more than 70%.
3. Installed filters in Fresh Air Handling Units must be of MERV rating 13 or better.
4. Additionally, an airflow measurement device to be installed at FAHU to monitor fresh air supply. The air flow
measuring device should be capable of generating an alarm (audio/visual) in case supply air flow reduces to less
than 15% of pre-set conditions.
5. Chemical storage rooms (as applicable) shall have isolated exhaust system. Extract air from the area must not be
mixed with any fresh air intakes.
6. In order to ensure that the toilet/kitchen indoor air is extracted while these doors are closed, the respective door
must be provisioned with an under-cut or louver on door bottom.
7. Any change in the project design has to be approved by Green Building Consultant prior to proceed for execution.
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3.4 Lighting
Lighting load in the building shall not exceed to the maximum allowable limits as per Table 9.6.1 and Table 9.6.2 of
ASHRAE 90.1 2007 standard. Only Cut off type lighting fixtures must be installed in the building interiors so that the
angle of maximum candela from each interior luminary as located in the building must intersect opaque building interior
surfaces and not exit out through the windows. All the light fixtures in the building shall be fitted with electronic ballasts.
Exterior lighting should be done such as all site and building mounted luminaires produce a maximum initial illuminance
value no greater than 0.20 horizontal and vertical foot-candles at the site boundary and no greater than 0.01 horizontal
foot-candles 15 feet beyond the site. Document that no more than 5% of the total initial designed fixture lumens are
emitted at an angle of 90 degrees or higher from nadir (straight down). For site boundaries that abut public rights-of-way,
light trespass requirements may be met relative to the curb line instead of the site boundary.
Contractor shall undertake the responsibility to demonstrate the compliance with these requirements through light
simulations and the results shall be submitted to GlobalTech for the review and approval prior to the procurement and
installation work.
Motion / Occupancy sensors should be installed in non-regularly occupied areas of the building which includes lift
lobbies, Reception, corridor, Gym and Parking area.
Photocell Sensors/Timer has to be provided to control lighting in parking. Will be controlled through timer and contactors
to switch off 50% of lights after twelve. It is to be ensured that none of the exterior light fittings should be connected with
controls of interior light fittings.
3.5 Power Distribution System
1. Feeder conductors must be designed for a maximum voltage drop of 2% at design load.
2. Branch circuit conductors must be sized for a maximum voltage drop of 3% at design load.
3. Maximum allowable loss in the transformers should be limited to 1.2% in the case of 11 KV and 1.5% in the case of
22KV.
4. Capacity banks should be installed to achieve a minimum power factor of 0.9.
5. Electrical load management report must be submitted before commissioning of the facility.
6. Services exceeding 1000 kVa must have permanently installed electrical metering to record demand (kVa), energy
(kWh), and total power factor. The metering must also display current (in each phase and the neutral), voltage
(between phases and between each phase and neutral), and total harmonic distortion (THD) as a percentage of
total current.
7. Sub-meters shall be provided to the feeders catering to lighting and air-conditioning loads for the purpose of on-
going accountability of the system performances during operational phases of the project.
3.6 Specifications for Water Supply System
Water Fixtures
All the water fixtures to be installed in the Project must meet the following criteria of flow rate/flush rates as mentioned in
table below. Necessary document/specification sheet confirming the fixture flow rates must be obtained prior to
procurement. Contractor has to notify and take approval from the design team prior to the procurement of these fixtures.
Table 3-1: Specifications of Water Fixtures
S. No. Type of Fixture Requirements
1 Dual Flush WC-Low Flow 3.0/6.0 litres per flush
2 Lavatory Basin Mixers 6.0 lit/min @ 60 psi.
3 Kitchen Sink Mixers 7.0 lit/min @ 60 psi
4 Bath Mixers / Shower Head 8.0 lit/min @ 80 psi
5 6.0 litres per minute
6 Urinals (if applicable) 2.0 litres per flush

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Water Meters
Water Meters should be provided for all tenant area in the project. All water meters must be capable of remote data
access and must have data logging capability.
4 Low Emitting Materials Requirements
All the paints & coatings used on the interior of the building (defined as the inside of the weatherproofing system and
applied on-site) must comply with the requirements as mentioned in the Table 4-1 of this document.
The goal is to reduce the quantity of indoor air contaminants that are odorous, irritating and/or harmful to the comfort and
well-being of installers and occupants.
Table 4-1: VOC limits for Paints & Coatings
Coating Type VOC weight in grams/liter of product minus water

INTERIOR COATINGS
Non-flat 150
Flat 50
EXTERIOR COATINGS
Non-flat 200
Flat 100
ANTI CORROSIVE PAINTS
Gloss 250
Semi-Gloss 250
Flat 250
CLEAR WOOD FINISHES
Varnish 350
Lacquer 550
FLOOR COATINGS
Floor Coatings 100
SEALERS
Waterproofing sealers 250
Sanding sealers 275
All other sealers 200
SHELLAC
Clear 730
Pigmented 550
STAINS
Stains 250
All the adhesives and sealants used on the interior of the building (defined as the inside of the weatherproofing system
and applied on-site) must comply with the requirements as mentioned in the Table 4-2 of this document as follow:
The goal is to reduce the quantity of indoor air contaminants that are odorous, irritating and/or harmful to the comfort and
well-being of installers and occupants.
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Table 4-2: VOC limits for Adhesives & Sealants

VOC Limit VOC Limit
Architectural Applications Specialty Applications
(g/L less water) (g/L less water)
indoor carpet adhesives 50 PvC welding 510
Carpet pad adhesives 50 CPvC welding 490
wood flooring adhesives 100 aBs welding 325
rubber floor adhesives 60 Plastic cement welding 250
subfloor adhesives 50 adhesive primer for plastic 550
Ceramic tile adhesives 65 Contact adhesive 80
vCt and asphalt adhesives 50 special purpose contact adhesive 250
Drywall and panel adhesives 50 structural wood member adhesive 140
sheet applied rubber lining
Cove base adhesives 50 850
operations
Multipurpose construction adhesives 70 top and trim adhesive 250
structural glazing adhesives 100
VOC Limit (g/L VOC Limit (g/L
Substrate Specific Applications Sealants
less water) less water)
Metal to metal 30 architectural 250
Plastic foams 50 Non membrane roof 300
Porous material (except wood) 50 roadway 250
wood 30 single-ply roof membrane 450
fiberglass 80 other 420
Sealant Primers VOC Limit (g/L less water)
architectural, nonporous 250
architectural, porous 775
other 750
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5 Construction IAQ Management - During Construction
Poor job-site construction practices can hamper even the best design by allowing moisture and other contaminants to
become potential long term problems. Preventive job-site practices will reduce the potential for residual problems with
indoor air quality in the completed building and reduce undue health risks for workers. During cons truction there are
several simple actions contractors can perform that will minimize the potential for indoor air quality problems. Areas that
need to be considered carefully include flooring, roofing, painting, HVAC, insulators, and the clean-up crew.
1. Keep building materials dry. Building materials, especially those with moisture absorbing properties like wood,
insulation, paper, and fabric, should be kept dry to prevent the growth of mold and bacteria. If moisture is present,
mold will grow on any virtually any material. Building materials such as wood may arrive at the construction site
already having high moisture content. These materials should be stored in a dry place and allowed to dry completely
before installation. Cover dry materials with plastic to prevent moisture ingress, and if resting on the ground, use
spacers to allow air to circulate between the ground and the materials.
2. Dry water damaged materials quickly. Water damaged materials should be dried within 24 hours. Due to the
possibility of mold growth, materials that are damp or wet for more than 72 hours may need to be discarded.
3. Clean spills immediately. If solvents, cleaners, gasoline, or other odorous or potentially toxic liquids are spilled onto
the floor, they should be cleaned up immediately. If a spill occurs on an easily replaced building material, it may be
safest to discard it and replace it with new material. Odors from significant spills can linger sometimes for years,
causing comfort and health problems for the future occupants of the building.
4. Seal unnecessary openings. Seal all unnecessary openings in walls, floors, and ceilings that separate conditioned
space (heated or cooled) from unconditioned space. For example, it is common to punch large holes in the floor to
allow pipes and wires to run between the rooms above and the crawlspaces or tunnels below. These oversized
openings can cause two significant indoor air quality problems. Air that is contaminated with mold, radon, moisture,
and pesticides can easily enter the rooms; and pests such as roaches or rodents can enter the rooms, leaving
behind odors and allergens.
5. Temporarily seal duct-work. As duct-work is being installed, all return and supply air vents and any open duct-work
should be temporarily sealed to prevent the duct-work and air handling units from being contaminated with
construction debris or dust. Shot down and seal off the supply diffusers and return air ducts during any demolition
operations.
6. Do not use the mechanical rooms to store construction or waste materials.
7. Provide periodic duct inspections during construction; if the ducts become contaminated due to inadequate
protection, clean the ducts professionally in accordance with NADCA (National Air Duct Cleaning Association)
Standards.
8. If installed air handlers are used during construction, filtration media with a Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value
(MERV) 8 must be used at each return air grill and prior to occupancy, all filtration media must be replaced with the
filtration media of MERV 13 immediately.
9. All coils, air filters, fans, and ductwork should remain as clean as possible during installation and should be cleaned
before performing the testing, adjusting, and balancing of the systems.
10. Ensure photographs are taken periodically showing the implementation of measures on site.
11. Ventilate when needed. Some construction activities can release large amounts of VOCs into the building, and if the
building is already enclosed with walls, windows, and doors, outdoor air can no longer easily flow through the
building and remove the VOCs. In addition to affecting the health of the construction workers, these VOCs can also
be adsorbed onto other building materials and be re-released into the air later when the building is occupied. During
certain construction activities, temporary ventilation systems should be installed to quickly remove the gases.
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Ventilation is generally needed when "wet" building materials are in use, when using materials that give off an odour,
or when using materials that carry a ma for ventilation. Odours from
building materials are the result of chemicals being released from the materials into the air, so if there is an odour
present, it is safest to provide ventilation that will quickly remove those odours from the building. Examples of
potentially problematic construction activities include painting (even with no- or low-VOC paints), spreading of floor
adhesives, and use of large amounts of caulk, sealants, and cleaning agents. Additionally, the installation of large
amounts of building materials, such as carpet or vinyl-based flooring products and composite wood cabinets and
shelves, can require extra ventilation if the material has not been carefully selected or aired -out before being unrolled
or unpackaged within the building.
12. During installation of carpet, paints, furnishings, and other VOC-emitting products, provide supplemental (spot)
ventilation for at least 72 hours after work is completed.
13. It is important that an exhaust fan be used to pull the polluted air out of the building, not to push outdoor air into the
building. Simply opening windows or doors is not enough to effectively exhaust contaminants in most cases. The fan
should be placed in a window or exterior door as close to the work area as possible, and any openings in the window
or door around the fan be temporarily sealed with plastic or cardboard. The fan should provide about 5 air changes
per hour (5 ACH). Divide the volume of the room in cubic feet by 12 to get the minimum amount of cubic feet per
minute (CFM) that the fan must be able to exhaust. For example, a room with a volume of 9000 cubic feet (1000
square feet of floor area with 9 foot ceilings) divided by 12 results in a fan of 750 CFM. A 21 inch box fan may be
sufficient for a single room if the materials are not too strong a source of gases, but would certainly not be sufficient
for a wing or a whole building. As a rule of thumb, there may be enough airflow if odors do not spread out of the
immediate area where the work is being performed, of if dust or smoke released into the air can be seen to be drawn
towards the exhaust fan. As long as the odors or air pollutants are present, the temporary exhaust ventilation must
continue to be operated, even during nights and weekends if necessary. Ventilation should continue for a minimum
of 24 hours after completion, or until there are no longer any noticeable odors.
14. Use of respirators designed to protect workers installing VOC-emitting products (interior and exterior).
15. Reduce construction dust. Minimize the amount of dust in the air and on surfaces. Examples include use of vacuum
assisted drywall sanding equipment, and use of vacuums instead of brooms to clean construction dust from floors.
16. Use wet sanding for gypsum board assemblies. Exception: Dry sanding is acceptable if the following measures are
taken:
Full isolation of space under finishing
Plastic protection sheeting is installed to provide air sealing during the sanding
Closure of all air system devices and ductwork
17. Sequencing of construction precludes the possibility of contamination of other spaces with gypsum dust
18. Worker protection is provided. Conduct safety meetings and use signage and subcontractor agreements to
communicate the goals of the construction indoor air quality plan.
19. Avoid use of combustion equipment indoors. Engines and heaters that run on gasoline, diesel, kerosene, or other
fossil fuels should not be operated indoors unless absolutely necessary. When operated indoors, large quantities of
exhaust ventilation should be provided to remove combustion pollutants such as carbon monoxide and moisture.
20. Store liquids outdoors. To reduce the possibility of spills during storage, transfer, or mixing, store all odorous or toxic
liquids outside the building and protect against freezing.
21. Use less toxic cleaning agents. Ensure that the cleaning crews do not use highly toxic or odorous cleaning agents
inside the building
22. Consider a building flush-out or Air Quality Test at the end of construction process and before occupancy.
23. Schedule the activities that utilize high VOC level products (e.g. paints, sealants, adhesives and cleaners) to take
place prior to installing highly absorbent materials (e.g. carpets and insulation)
24. Planning and Inspection: Planning and inspection checklist should be used to ensure efficient planning & precise
implementation of construction IAQ management activities. At the time of inspection, photographs will be taken to
support the checklist and to provide audit documentation for the USGBC submittals.
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6 Construction IAQ Management Before Occupancy
6.1 Air Quality Testing for IAQ Management Plan (Before-Occupancy)
As the Project is designed and constructed as per Green Building requirements, Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) has been given
prime importance. A pre-defined construction IAQ Management Plan must be formulated and implemented during the
construction phase. Moreover, all the materials considered for interior works such as paints, adhesives, sealants etc.
must be selected with low Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) content, as mentioned in PART 4 - REQUIREMENTS FOR
LOW EMITTING MATERIALS, in order to ensure optimum IAQ levels within the occupied areas.
In order to ensure the compliance with IAQ requirements, an IAQ Management Plan will be developed by GlobalTech to
help sustain the comfort and well-being of the building occupants.
There are two methods to meet the requirements of EQ Credit 3.2: Construction IAQ Management Plan Before
Occupancy as mentioned hereunder:
OPTION 1: BUILDING FLUSH OUT
After construction ends including the installation of all interior finishes and prior to occupancy, a building flush out shou ld
be performed by supplying a total air volume of 14,000 Cubic Feet of outdoor air per sq. ft. of floor area while maintaining
an internal temperature of at least 60 Deg F and relative humidity not higher than 60%.
The purpose of this flushing is to remove particulate matter and VOCs produced by particle -emitting construction
materials, furnishings, interior finishes and cleaning agents.
Building Flush Out Procedure
The HVAC Contractor must conduct building flush out with new filtration media of MERV value 8 at 100% outside
air after construction ends and prior to occupancy.
This process should be supervised
Manager must confirm that the construction phase is completed before the flush-out procedure commences.
The flush-out procedure must be implemented with all operable windows at fully open position.
The building must be vacated by all building personnel, construction workers, and staff during the flush-out
period.
Final testing and balancing should be completed and HVAC controls should be functional.
Commissioning may occur during flush out provided it does not introduce any additional contaminants into the
building.
Any on-site procedures which are followed during building flush out must receive prior approval from
All materials and processes that produce VOCs must be installed/carried out before the flush-out procedure can
commence. This may include installation of flooring, paints, and hard and soft furnishings. This also includes
application of cleaning agents.
No modification or finishes-related work must be allowed after the flush-out procedure.
All cleaning up and related activities must be carried out after construction, but before scheduled flush out of the
building ventilation system.
All ventilation air filters must be replaced by the HVAC Contractor as a final step after completion of building flush-out.
The new filtration media of MERV 13 must be the used in the building, depending upon the compliance to the IAQ Cr: 5
Indoor Chemical & Pollutant Source Control.
Note: The following factors should be considered while choosing this option for meeting the credit requirement,
Building flush-out must not be carried out during windy / stormy conditions, as it will lead to accumulation of dust
in the occupied areas, as well as the air-conditioning units / ducts in the respective areas.
If air conditioning units are operated during the building flush-out, the temperature variation must avoid any
condensation problems.
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OPTION 2 - AIR QUALITY TESTING
Requirements
After construction ends including the installation of all interior finishes and before the occupancy, conduct baseline
Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) testing to demonstrate that contaminant maximum concentration are not exceeding the values as
listed in the table below,
Table 5-1: Concentration limits for Contaminants
Contaminant Maximum Concentration

Formaldehyde 50 parts per million (ppm)
Particulates (PM10) 50 micro gms. / cubic meter
Total Volatile Organic Compound (TVOC) 500 micro gms. / cubic meter
4 Phenylcyclohexene (4 PCH)* 6.5 micro gms. / cubic meter
Carbon Monoxide (CO) 9 ppm, No greater than 2 ppm above outdoor levels.
*This test is required only if carpets & fabrics with Styrene Butadiene Rubber (SBR) latex backing material are installed
as part of the base building system
The testing should be consistent with the United Stated Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) Compendium of
Methods for determination of Air Pollutants in Indoor Air.
Testing Methodology
Following steps are defined to achieve the requirements of this credit,
STEP 1: Define Sampling Locations
Sampling locations are to be located carefully to ascertain concentration in areas with least ventilation potentially
the greatest presumed contaminant source strength.
The number of sampling locations depends upon the size of the building area and the number of ventilation
system.
Separate samples are to be taken for each area of the building served by separate ventilation unit.
For one ventilation unit, minimum one sample reading per 25,000 sq. ft. must be taken.
STEP 2: Actual Reading at Defined Sample Locations
Sample collection intakes should be located to approximate the breathing zone for building occupants (i.e., three
feet above the floor level where occupants are normally seated).
Once the sampling locations are defined, readings are to be taken to measure the precise contamination level.
The readings are to be taken at normal occupied hours with HVAC system operating with normal daily start times
and minimum outside air flow rates for occupied modes throughout the duration of the air testing.
To ensure that an air sample is representative of the conditions being tested sampled and to avoid undue
influence from sampling personnel, samples should be collected for at least one-hour period, and personnel
should avoid lingering in the immediate area of the sampling device while samples are being collected.
All the building interior works are to be completed prior to the commencement of the sample readings for
contamination levels.
Standard air sampling equipment such as pumped sample collection systems with adsorbent tube media or
filter media; Summa® Canisters or passive badge samplers must be used to sample the indoor air.
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STEP 3: Results of Sample Tests
If the results of the sample tests are favourable i.e. the level of contaminants are within the prescribed limits, the
building IAQ level are optimum and the HVAC systems are providing the required amount of ventilation.
For each sampling point where the contamination level has exceeded, additional flush-out with outside air is to
be conducted. The specific location is to be retested to indicate if the requirements are achieved before allowing
the space to be occupied. The procedure is to be repeated until all the requirements are met.
Important Note:
The Compliance of either one of the above mentioned options is sufficient to fulfil the requirements. The decision of
selecting the relevant option for the Project should be made by the respective Co nsultant / Contractor depending upon
associated cost implications for the project.
7 Blower Door Testing
As mandated by DSOA EQ Prerequisite 2: Environmental Tobacco Smoke (ETS) Control Credit requirements, the
residential building projects has to conduct a blower door test and successfully comply with the requirements as given
below.
7.1 Intent
Minimize exposure of building occupants, indoor surface and ventilation air distribution system to Environmental Tobacco
Smoke (ETS).
7.2 Requirements
Acceptable sealing of residential units shall be demonstrated by a blower door test conducted in accordance with
ANSI/ASTM-E779-03, Standard Test Method for Determining Air Leakage Rate by Fan Pressurization, AND use the
progressive sampling methodology defined in Chapter 4 (Compliance Through Quality Construction) of the Residential
1.25 square inches leakage area per 100 square feet of enclosure area (i.e.
sum of all wall, ceiling and floor areas).
the first 100 units and an additi

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8 Erosion and Sedimentation Control Strategies
8.1 Definitions
Erosion: Erosion is the detachment and movement of soil by moving water or wind.
Sediment: Sediment is the detached soil particles moving in the erosion process.
8.2 Erosion Control
Erosion control is preventing the detachment of soil particles and reducing the volume of runoff. This can be achieved by
implementation of the following practices:
Minimizing land disturbing activities

Maintaining vegetative covers, if any
Applying a compost blanket or erosion control mat
Substituting for lack of growing vegetation by mulching
8.3 Sedimentation Control
Sediment control is trapping detached soil particles that are being transported and ensuring they are deposited on site to
prevent damage to other properties. Hereunder are the techniques that can be adopted for sedimentation control:
Sediment Control Basins

Silt fence installation
Compost berms
Erosion and Sedimentation Control Plan should be developed and implemented on site.
8.4 Excavated Soil Management Procedures
LEED and Local Standards (DSOA & Dubai Municipality) are referred to propose the following procedures for excavated
soil management:
1. Soil loaded into transport vehicles for offsite disposal to be covered with continuous heavy duty plastic or other
covering to minimize emissions to the atmosphere.
2. Storm water collection drains should be provided all along the stock piles and drained water will be allowed to
pass through a sump to collect the silt prior to disposing the storm water into the storm water drains.
3. Two types of measures can be used to control sedimentation and erosion viz. stabilization measures and
structural control measures. Stabilization measures include temporary seeding, permanent seeding and
mulching. All of these measures are intended to stabilize the soil to prevent wind erosion. Structural control
measures are implemented to retain sediment after erosion has occurred. Structural control measures include
earth dikes, silt fencing, sediment traps and sediment basins (explained in the previous sections).
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8.5 Dust Control and Management
8.5.1 Sources of Dust and Emissions

Dried reclamation sands
Earthworks activities
Stockpiling sand on reclamation
Loading and unloading materials
Transport of sand and other spoil
Movement of vehicles across unsealed areas
8.5.2 Dust Control Measures
Dust monitoring is conducted both prior to and during construction activities.

Where possible, minimize disturbed and exposed areas.
Either DSO treated sewage water or dewatered ground water generated from site can be used for dust
suppression applications.
Asphalt and petroleum based products should not be used for dust control.
Locate stockpiles as far away from public & residential areas as possible
Dust control on short-term stockpiles (less than three months) can be controlled using water sprays, drift fencing
and daily inspections.
Dust control for long-term stockpiles (more than 3 months) should use controls such as progressive vegetation,
bitumen emulsions, and daily inspection
Progressively re vegetate disturbed & exposed areas & long term stockpiles as soon as possible
Cease the relevant construction activities should they be found to be generating excessive dust until effective
control measures are implemented.
Restrict construction traffic to defined areas and speed limits.
Wherever possible, seal internal construction-related roads.
Install & use rumble grids at site exit points to minimize dust on public roads.
Cover all truck loads that enter or leave the site.
Use water carts or water sprays to dampen disturbed areas.
Seal roads within the building compound, batch plant & pre-cast yard.
Cover unsealed roads with road base rock & gravel & keep moist.
Define & signpost areas to ensure construction traffic stays in designated areas.
Install shade cloth on fencing where necessary and practical.
Construct wind-breaks or drift fences made of geo-fabric screens at regular intervals around stockpiles and
erodible areas.
Apply a thin layer of bitumen or grass in completed reclamation areas.
Inspect equipment and vehicles exhaust emissions at start up and during construction.
Do not leave machinery and vehicles running or idling when not in use.
Maintain all equipment for dust control in good working condition and operable at all times.
No fire burning any material is strictly prohibited.
Cement should be delivered to site in sealed tankers and pumped to silos, providing a closed system to prevent
dust emissions
Cement silos should be fitted with overfill detection through automatic shut-off valves.
Operate a water spray system over any gravel stockpiles.
Enclose gravel stockpiles within bins to shield the materials from the wind.
During dry and windy conditions spray water over the road surfaces to prevent wind erosion.
Periodic (daily/weekly) inspections should be conducted for areas experiencing excessive winds, vehicle traffic,
or rains. If dust is observed to be leaving the site, corrective action must be taken.
Inspect wind fences periodically for damage and repair as and when needed.
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8.6 Storm Water Management
(To Be Implemented Before 1 Month of the Rainy Season)
The goal is to preserve storm water flows and design the project to respond to the natural soil conditions, habitat, and
rainfall characteristics. Storm water may look clean but it can contain motor oil, gasoline, sediment, fertilizer and other
contaminants. The techniques which can be adopted for managing the quantity as well as quality of storm water during
rainy season are mentioned hereunder:
Temporary Rainwater collection tanks

An earthen bund can be constructed all along the project site to divert the storm water into a temporary basin
Silt fence can be constructed all along the project site
The basins, either trench or sedimentation basins can be constructed to hold the rain water during rainy season.
These basins should be constructed for temporary applications only.
Water should not be disposed into sea.
8.7 Measures during Rainy Periods
The Contractors should ensure and check the following basic practices of Erosion and Sedimentation Control on and
near construction site of the project:
Divert storm water by creating artificial channels.

Use perimeter dikes/swales if necessary.
Stabilize loose soil on slopes by mulching, which will effectively reduce raindrop impact, surface run-off and
improves infiltration.
Erosion control mats/blankets can be used to protect loose soils.
Use sediment traps and silt fences.
Stabilize the site entrance with road base or waste concrete
Remove the stagnant water in low lying areas to avoid structural problems in foundations and environmental
nuisance like odour.
8.8 Protection of Landscape during Construction
Establish clearly marked construction boundaries to minimize disturbance of the existing site and restore previously
degraded areas to their natural state. Limit all site disturbances to:
40 feet beyond the building perimeter;

10 feet beyond surface walkways, patios, surface, parking and Utilities less than 12 inches in diameter;
15 feet beyond the primary roadway curbs and main Utility branch trenches; and
25 feet beyond constructed areas with permeable surfaces (such as pervious paving areas, storm water detention
facilities and playing fields) that requires additional staging areas in order to limit compaction in the constructed
area.
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9 Construction Waste Management
The objective is to divert construction, demolition and land-clearing debris from disposal in landfills and incinerators;
redirect recyclable recovered resources back to the manufacturing process and redirect reusable materials to
appropriate sites. Hereunder are the factors that should be considered for managing the waste generated during
construction:
Waste materials, generated at construction sites, fall into three categories for management as follows:
Re-used
If surplus or salvaged materials can be used in the permanent works they are classified as materials, which have been re-
used. If materials are surplus to requirements and need to be removed from site and they can be removed and used in
their present form, they can be removed from site for reuse.
If materials are salvaged, they should be segregated in dedicated waste skips on site and can either be used at project
site or any other construction site as well.
Recycling
If the surplus material cannot be re-used in its present form but could be used in a different form, it is sent for recycling
such as 50x50 timber to make chipboard.
Recyclable construction waste should be segregated in dedicated waste skips on site and sent to recyclers approved by
Dubai Municipality.
Landfill
If either of the above cannot be satisfied then the only option left is to send the surplus materials to landfill. At Project site,
landfill should always be considered as a last alternative.
9.1 Waste Segregation and Management
1. Types of skips that should be made available at site at least for
a. MIXED : Plastics, paper, cardboard, packaging, gypsum etc.

b. INERT : Concrete, bricks, blocks, tiles, masonry, stones
c. WOOD : Wood Waste Only
d. METAL : Steel and other Metal Waste
e. HAZARDOUS : Electrical bulbs, batteries, computers, solvent sludge, rejected
paints, asbestos pipe waste etc.
2. Wastes should be disposed to only authorized waste disposal vendors as follows:

a. Construction waste should be disposed to construction waste recycling facility.
b. Waste oils should be disposed to approve vendors.
c. Other recyclable waste should be disposed to approve recycling vendors.
d. Rejected paints or other valuable material should be returned to only the suppliers of the respective
vendors.
3. Waste disposal records/ certificates should be maintained by the contractor and provided to GlobalTech as a
record for DSOA submission. These records will be reviewed by GlobalTech
Division.
4. A Construction Waste Management Agency can be hired for the purpose.

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10 Environmental Responsibilities of the Contractor
Roles and Responsibilities of the Contractors for implementing the green strategies on site are more than the Design
Consultants. GlobalTech will assist and guide the contractors in the implementation of green strategies on site and will
also act on behalf of client to monitor the implementation of SCMP on site. Hereunder mentioned are the responsibilities
of Contractors:
10.1 General Responsibilities
The Contractor must comply with all relevant and current statutory requirements, approved codes of practice and
industry guidance on Green Building matters as described in this document.
Participate in the Green Building Review Meetings organized by the GlobalTech.
Provide all logistic support to the Environmental Management Division of GlobalTech.
Implement recommendations specified by GlobalTech in the Site Inspection Reports.
10.2 Materials Inventory Documentation
The Contractors are required to maintain the record of the materials during the Construction Phases of the facility
including construction wastes materials also. Monthly Records along with receipts must be submitted to the GlobalTech
for record. In addition to that Contractor will be responsible for obtaining all the receipts of material
procurement/purchase on site as a proof of same for the documentation purpose.
It would be the responsibility of contractor to obtain necessary documents from the manufacturer/supplier for the
declaration of recycled content and regional material contents in accordance with DSOA requirements for majority of the
materials as per the request of GlobalTech.
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11 Building Commissioning
11.1 Summary
1. This section includes general requirements that apply to implementation of commissioning without regard to specific
systems, assemblies, or components.
2. Commissioning is systematic processes to provide documented confirmation that building systems perform
beginning in the design phase and documenting design intent and continuing through construction, acceptance
and the warranty period with actual verification of performance. The commissioning process shall encompass and
coordinate the traditionally separate functions of system documentation, equipment start-up, control system
calibration, testing and balancing, performance testing and training.
3. Commissioning during the Construction Phase is intended to achieve the following specific objectives according to
the Contract Documents:
a.
recommendations and to industry accepted minimum standards and that they receive adequate operational
checkout by installing contractors.
b. Verify and document proper performance of equipment and systems.
c. Verify that O&M documentation left on site is complete.
d.
4. The Commissioning Process does not take away from or reduce the responsibility of the system designers or
installing contractors to provide a finished and fully functioning product.
11.2 Responsibilities
The Team Members involved in the process of Commissioning and their specific responsibilities are mentioned in this
section as follows:
Main Contractor
Comply with the Commissioning requirements mentioned in the tender documents.

Comply with the specific tasks mentioned in the Commissioning Plan.
Assign representatives having expertise to act on its behalf for commissioning related activities.
Submit technical submittals / specifications, of the following equipment required by the project team for
verification and approval with reference to the design specifications.
HVAC Equipment
Air Cooled Screw Chillers

Fan Coil Units
Fresh Air Handling Unit
Air Distribution System
Chiller water pumps
Chilled water distribution system
Electrical Equipment
Lighting Fixtures & Controls

Electrical Metering Schematic
Plumbing Equipment
Water Fixtures
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Collaborate with the entities responsible for equipment supply and installation to implement the respective tasks.
To integrate Commissioning related activities in Construction stage.
Ensure Sub-Contractors follow the commissioning related activities.
Attend scheduled meetings related to Commissioning.
Prepare and follow the check list for installation works of specific equipment as per commissioning requirements.
Forward the TAB reports to consultant for review prior to approval from the client / consultant.
To conduct functional performance checks on completion of TAB works and start-up checks.
Provide training to the facility management team to ensure efficient post occupancy operational & maintenance
practices.
11.3 Systems under Commissioning Scope of Work
The following systems and corresponding equipment will be included under the Fundamental & Enhanced scope of work
and consequently will be included under Commissioning scope of work.
Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning System

Air Cooled Screw Chillers
Fan Coil Units
Fresh Air Handling Unit
Air Distribution System
Chiller water pumps
Chilled water distribution system
Electrical System
Electrical Power Distribution Scheme.
Light Fixtures
Electrical Metering arrangement.
Plumbing System
Water fixture selection.
11.4 Commissioning Process for Construction Phase
The Construction Phase Commissioning Process is defined as per the project schedule and will be executed to meet the
following goals,
Implement the considerations finalized during the Design Pha equirements and
the subsequent Basis of Design considered.
Ensure the procurement of energy efficient equipment for systems under the Commissioning scope of work.
Ensure efficient installation practices for systems under the Commissioning scope of work.
11.5 Testing Adjusting & Balancing
Contractor should submit a copy of the Testing Adjusting & Balancing (TAB) procedure and relevant checklist
scheduled for the project to the consultant, before commencement of TAB tasks on-site.
Consultant will review the checklist specifically for TAB works, based on the procedure defined by the respective
contractor. Additional recommendation, if required, will be given by the consultant and the same should be
included in the final process / checklist defined for TAB work.
The contractor shall provide prior intimation to the consultant about the commencement of TAB works on-site.
The contractor shall provide the all final readings recorded during the TAB works on-site to consultant for review
and records.
11.6 Functional Checks
On successful completion of TAB checks on equipment and availability of main power supply, contractor shall
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initiate the final functional testing on certain equipment to measure and record the actual equipment performance
in the installed conditions.
The objective of functional performance testing is to demonstrate that each system is operating according to the
documented design intent and Contract Documents. Functional testing facilitates bringing the systems from a
state of substantial completion to full dynamic operation. Additionally, during the testing process, areas of
deficient performance are identified and corrected, improving the operation and functioning of the systems.
These measurements will be taken by the contractor under available load conditions depending on the
occupancy within the premises.
The specific equipment and the parameters which will be measured are mentioned as under,
Table 11-1: Equipment Specifications to be measured
Equipment Measured value

Unitary Air Conditioning Equipment Rated Electrical Power.
Rated Mechanical Power.
Rated Efficiency.
Fresh / Conditioned Air Distribution System Rated air flow in respective areas.
Temperature in respective occupied areas.
The instruments which will be required for the functional checks are mentioned in the table below,
Table 11-2: Equipment Details for Functional Checks
Equipment Type Measured Value Description

Hand Held Thermometers Deg. C / Deg. F To measure the temperature of occupied areas to
verify the design conditions.
Hand Held Anemometer Air flow in cfm, fpm or To measure and record the air flow of Air handling
applicable units. units OR supply air diffusers of respective area.
11.7 Training of Facility Team
The appointed Contractor should provide operational & maintenance training of commissioned equipment to the
Facility Management Team prior to handing over of the building.
The training of the facility team shall include overall system design concept and the detailed procedure for
efficient operation of the respective systems.
The contractor should provide relevant submittals required by the team to develop Operational & Maintenance
manual of Commissioned equipment. The final O&M manual will be developed and submitted to the facility
management team for reference during the normal operational phase.
As a part of compliance to DSOA guidelines, all the white goods in the building shall be Energy Star rated. These
requirements shall be specifically highlighted to the Owner/ Facility Management and compliance to these
requirements shall be achieved.
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12 Measurement & Verification
This section is prepared for the awareness of the responsibilities and the tasks involved ensuring ongoing accountability
12.1 Objectives
As one of the green building requirements, a basis has to be defined for the ongoing accountability of building energy
consumption over time. A plan needs to be defined to track and evaluate the building performance by comparing the
predicted performance to the actual performance.
This section of the document explains the Measurement & Verification (M&V) Plan which specifies the precise actions for
verifying the savings associated with the Project during post-construction phases.
The primary goals of M&V plan are as follows:
Reduce energy costs in the building by confirming the energy savings from considered energy conservation
measures.
Create a post-construction verification tool which helps identify the operational issues.
Comply with the requirements of DSOA/LEED v2.2 (NC) Credit 5: Measurement & Verification.
12.2 General Requirements
The M&V plan must be consistent with Option D: Calibrated Simulation Method as specified in the International
Performance Measurement & Verification Protocol (IPMVP) Vol. III: Concepts and Options for determining Energy Savings
in New Construction. The Option D is chosen due to the fact that being a new building, there is no energy use data which
can be used as baseline to compare the actual building performance. The use of option D serves the following purposes:
Comparison of calibrated as-built simulation model with the actual performance reveals the underperformance of
the prescribed ECM.
Meaningful comparison of the actual system performance with the simulated values possible, thereby verifying the
actual savings achieved.
The M&V Plan, as outlined in Option D, includes the following items in a nutshell,
Outlines the method for determining the energy savings.
Collection of actual building performance data.
Comparison of actual building performance with the predicted performance.
Undertake corrective measures.
The primary item that should be measured and verified is the overall building electrical energy performance, which should
be compared to the predicted energy use and thereby document and verify the building energy savings.
Note: The implementation of M&V plan must be undertaken by MEP Contractor in coordination with the Facility
Management team for a period which must cover no less than one year of post-construction occupancy.
12.3 Methodology for Calculation of Energy Savings
The predicted energy savings for the Project are calculated by performing building energy simulation using Visual DOE-
4.1
simulation model of the building based on the following criteria,
Budget Case
Initially a simulation model is created as per the minimum requirements of ASHRAE 90.1 -2007 Energy Standard for
building except Low-Rise Residential Buildings for building envelope, lighting, equipment and motor efficiency. This
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model represents the which becomes the baseline for comparison with the actual building model.
As Design Case
The actual building simulation model is then created by using the actual design parameters of the Project derived
from the building construction plans, the MEP system design considerations and other design specifications.
These values are used to create a simulation model specific to the actual building design. This simulation model
Energy Conservation Measures (ECMs)

Under this task, various ECMs are identified, detailed and incorporated into the building design to simulate and
analyze their respective impact on the overall energy consumption of the building.
Proposed Case
All ECMs that yield satisfactory results are combined into a single case. Several permutation and combinations of
different ECMs are defined and simulated in order to attain the best or optimum combination of ECMs to define the
e Project.
The energy savings for the Project are calculated as under,
(Budget Case As Design Case) x 100

Energy Saving Predicted
Budget Case
Subsequently for the actual Measurement & Verification, the Proposed Case generated from the simulation model must
be used as reference year energy consumption for comparing the actual building energy performance. Though the
simulation model calculates building performance in terms of annual energy consumption, however same can be used
for comparison with the actual building performance, which must be collected on monthly basis.
NOTE: The simulation model and the corresponding energy savings are calculated based on the certain assumptions
which include
Outside weather conditions.
Building occupancy schedules.
Electrical loads.
Occupancy load schedules and usage.
Zone temperature set-point schedules
These values will definitely differ from the actual conditions during the normal operation of the building. As a result, the
actual building energy performance must not precisely match the predicted building performance for obvious reasons.
After the actual energy used by the building is known, these assumptions should be reviewed and adjusted as needed.
12.4 Implementation of Measurement & Verification
12.4.1 Total Building Electrical Energy
Approach
The actual total building electrical energy is the primary performance criteria which must be measured to compare the
actual building energy performance to that calculated in the predicted Proposed Case Simulation Model values.
Implementation
Electrical energy meters must be installed in the main MDB panels by local authority to measure the total energy
consumption of the premises. The values from the energy meters must be recorded and maintained on a daily and
monthly basis and must be compared to the simulated energy performance (Proposed Case) to match the actual energy
savings achieved from the Project.
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12.4.2 Utility Metering
Approach
The precise accountability of the system level performance is critical towards successf ul implementation of the
Measurement & Verification for the Project. System level recording of the energy performance will help the owner to
analyse the specific units with high energy consumption and thereby implement corrective measures to reduce the
specific system performance.
Implementation
For the project, additional individual electrical meters should be installed in sub-feeders catering for the Air conditioning &
Lighting loads.
12.5 List of Equipment for Measurement & Verification
Table 12-1: List of Equipment for Measurement & Verification
Equipment type Measured value Description
To measure the energy usage of respective

Digital Energy Meter kWh
load feeder.
kW, kWh, Current (A), Voltage (V), Hand held meter to measure the
Power meters
Power factor (PF). instantaneous values for critical loads.
To measure the temperature in occupied

Temperature Sensors Temp. (deg. C / deg. F)
areas.
Note: The digital meters & water meters must be permanently installed at the respective locations as recommended in the
contractual drawings and as per the specifications mentioned in the respective Bill of Quantity.
All the hand held equipment mentioned above, if requested by CxA, must be provided by the respective contractors to
record the relevant readings. Requirement of the equipment shall be informed in advance to the respective contractor.
Calibration of Equipment
All the equipment used for the measurement and verification should be calibrated and certified as per defined
international standards. The maximum deviation allowed for the above equipment must be 0.5% 1%.

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Table 2-1: Building Envelope Specifications ............................................................................................................................ 8

Abbreviations Used in the Document

ASHRAE American Society of Heating, Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Engineers

NADCA National Air Duct Cleaning Association

VOC Volatile Organic Compound

Definitions for the Terms used in the Document

1.1 Project Brief

Al Safaa Establishment ntends to develop a G+8+L.R Residential Building

1.2 DSOA Green Building Regulations

1.3 Compliance & Implementation of the DSOA Green Building Regulations

1.4 Legal Requirements Framework

2 Architectural & Civil Requirements Related To Green Building

2.1 General Compliance to Project Design

2.2 Landscaping and Irrigation System Design

2.3 Roofing & Non Roofing Material Specifications

2.4 Parking Requirements

2.5 Segregation Facility for Recyclable Waste

Table 2-1: Building Envelope Specifications

Building Element Composite U Value (Btu/hr-ft2 o K)

3 MEP Requirements Related to Green Building

3.1 MEP Specifications

3.3 Ventilation Design

3.5 Power Distribution System

3.6 Specifications for Water Supply System

Table 3-1: Specifications of Water Fixtures

S. No. Type of Fixture Requirements

1 Dual Flush WC-Low Flow 3.0/6.0 litres per flush

2 Lavatory Basin Mixers 6.0 lit/min @ 60 psi.

3 Kitchen Sink Mixers 7.0 lit/min @ 60 psi

4 Bath Mixers / Shower Head 8.0 lit/min @ 80 psi

5 6.0 litres per minute

6 Urinals (if applicable) 2.0 litres per flush

4 Low Emitting Materials Requirements

Table 4-1: VOC limits for Paints & Coatings

Coating Type VOC weight in grams/liter of product minus water

Table 4-2: VOC limits for Adhesives & Sealants

5 Construction IAQ Management - During Construction

6. Do not use the mechanical rooms to store construction or waste materials.

6 Construction IAQ Management Before Occupancy

6.1 Air Quality Testing for IAQ Management Plan (Before-Occupancy)

OPTION 1: BUILDING FLUSH OUT

Building Flush Out Procedure

OPTION 2 - AIR QUALITY TESTING

Table 5-1: Concentration limits for Contaminants

Contaminant Maximum Concentration

Following steps are defined to achieve the requirements of this credit,

STEP 1: Define Sampling Locations

STEP 2: Actual Reading at Defined Sample Locations

STEP 3: Results of Sample Tests

7 Blower Door Testing

the first 100 units and an additi

8 Erosion and Sedimentation Control Strategies

8.2 Erosion Control

Minimizing land disturbing activities

8.3 Sedimentation Control

Sediment Control Basins