Contract 1 Specifications 12.12.2017

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Contents
1. GENERAL PROJECT DESCRIPTION 1
1.1 Introduction............................................................................................................................1
1.2 Objectives..............................................................................................................................2
2. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 3
2.1 General..................................................................................................................................3
2.2 Responsibility for Information..............................................................................................3
2.3 Workmanship........................................................................................................................4
2.4 Standards...............................................................................................................................4
2.5 Contractor’s Staffing and Labour Force.............................................................................5
2.6 Material and Equipment.......................................................................................................5
2.7 Accesses, Use of Land and Trespassing..........................................................................6
2.8 Contractor Activities on private Property...........................................................................8
2.9 Safe Working Conditions.....................................................................................................9
2.10 Inspections and Tools....................................................................................................13
2.11 Testing of Materials and Goods....................................................................................13
2.12 Report Preparation, Meeting and Taking Photographs.............................................14
2.13 Measurement and Payment..........................................................................................15
2.14 Temporary Site Facilities...............................................................................................16
2.15 Review of Technical Documents..................................................................................20
2.16 Review Procedure for Drawings...................................................................................20
2.17 Submittal of Documents.................................................................................................20
2.18 System of Units...............................................................................................................25
3. CIVIL WORKS 27
3.1 Excavation, Trenching and Backfilling.............................................................................27
3.2 Concrete...............................................................................................................................32
3.3 Brick and Cement Concrete Block Work.........................................................................50
3.4 Surface Rendering..............................................................................................................53
3.5 Damp Proofing....................................................................................................................54
3.6 Roof Insulation....................................................................................................................56
3.7 Flooring................................................................................................................................57
3.8 Painting Work......................................................................................................................58
3.9 Measurement and Payments............................................................................................61
4. MECHANICAL / PLUMBING WORKS 63
4.1 Installation of Piping...........................................................................................................63
4.2 Skid Mounted Equipment Packages................................................................................73
4.3 Fabrication and Assembly.................................................................................................82
4.4 Water Supply Pipes, Pipe Laying and Appurtenances..................................................84
4.5 Installation............................................................................................................................86
5. ELECTRICAL WORKS 89
5.1 General................................................................................................................................89
5.2 Scope...................................................................................................................................89
5.3 Building Electrical Works...................................................................................................89
5.4 Scope...................................................................................................................................89
5.5 Codes and Standards........................................................................................................89
5.6 Ambient Conditions............................................................................................................90
5.7 Qualifications.......................................................................................................................90
5.8 Inspection and Tests..........................................................................................................91
5.9 Guarantee............................................................................................................................92
5.10 Submittals........................................................................................................................92
5.11 Electric Power Supply for the Filtration Room............................................................93
5.12 Low Voltage (LV) Distribution Boards..........................................................................93
5.13 LT Cables.........................................................................................................................95
Standards and Parameters...........................................................................................................95
Construction Requirements..........................................................................................................95
Cable Sizes.....................................................................................................................................96
Cable Accessories.........................................................................................................................96
5.14 Lighting System, Wiring & Material..............................................................................96
Description......................................................................................................................................96
Applicable Standards.....................................................................................................................97
Material............................................................................................................................................97
5.15 Conduits & Pipes............................................................................................................99
Description......................................................................................................................................99
Applicable Standards.....................................................................................................................99
PVC Conduits and Accessories...................................................................................................99
5.16 Earthing Protection.......................................................................................................100
Description....................................................................................................................................100
Applicable Standards...................................................................................................................100
Material and Execution................................................................................................................100
6. FILTRATION PLANTS 102
6.1 Treatment Plants...............................................................................................................102
6.2 Filtration Plants.................................................................................................................102
6.3 Ultra-filtration Plants.........................................................................................................102
6.4 Design Criteria..................................................................................................................103
6.5 Filtration Plants.................................................................................................................107
6.6 Ultrafiltration Plants..........................................................................................................111
6.7 Granular Ferric Hydroxide for Arsenic Removal...........................................................115
6.8 Activated Alumina (AA) absorbent for Fluoride Removal............................................118
6.9 Removal of Nitrate and Nitrite.........................................................................................125
6.10 Reduction of Hardness................................................................................................129
7. PUMPING EQUIPMENT AND O&M INSTRUCTIONS 132
7.1 General..............................................................................................................................132
7.2 Tests...................................................................................................................................135
7.3 Products.............................................................................................................................138
7.4 Execution...........................................................................................................................139
7.5 Operation and Maintenance............................................................................................140
8. SAFETY 142
8.1 Labor and Safety...............................................................................................................142
8.2 Safety Equipment.............................................................................................................143
Annexures
Annexure-A: District Wise Water Quality Data of PHED Schemes

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
1. GENERAL PROJECT DESCRIPTION

1.1 Introduction
Drinking water is essential to sustain life. An adequate supply of safe drinking water
is one of the major prerequisites for a healthy life, but waterborne diseases may be a
major cause of death in many parts of Punjab and other provinces of Pakistan. A
large number of children in Pakistan under the age of 5 years die every year due to
water borne diseases.
The quality of drinking water and associated health risks vary from place to place with
exhibiting presence of high levels of arsenic, fluoride, nitrate and total dissolved
solids (TDS) or pathogens. Local standards, i.e., National Standards for Drinking
Water Quality (NSDWQ) were established by Pakistan Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA) explain guidelines for Pakistan along with latest WHO guidelines.
Punjab is the second largest province of Pakistan in terms of land mass, after
Baluchistan, with an area of 205,344 km2 (79,284 sq. mi). It consists of 36 districts,
144 Tehsils, 3,464 union councils and 25,914 villages. Punjab is the most populous
province of Pakistan, inhabited by over 98 million people i.e., it is home to 56% of the
total population of Pakistan. Of the 98 million people living in the province, 38%
reside in urban and 62% reside in rural areas. As per gender ratio, 48% are female
and 52% are male. Government of the Punjab has made substantial efforts to
improve water and sanitation in the province in last several years, but a lot remains to
be done especially in terms of safe drinking water. According to the Pakistan Social
Living Measurement (PSLM) Survey 2012-2013, 100% population of Punjab has
access to drinking water from a variety of sources, including tap water 13%, 38%
hand pump, 43% motor pump, 2% Dug Well & 4 % other sources but majority of
these sources are susceptible to contamination.
Groundwater is the major source of drinking water in Punjab. Overall, around 30 % of

groundwater can be stated as sweet, around 30% as mixed and the rest 40% as
brackish. Pockets of various contaminants have also been identified all around
Punjab i.e., Faisalabad, despite being highest in TDS is also contaminated with F,
NO3 and Fe. Similarly, Rajanpur has the highest NO3 contamination, Lodharan is
highest in Fluoride and arsenic is detected in Lahore, Bahawalpur and Khanewal.
It is essential that solution should be found to ameliorate these problem areas by

undertaking crash program. The proposed project intends to provide water
purification system combining many different types of water filters into complete turn-
key drinking water system that provide a naturally pure and safe drinking water
solution in different cities and rural areas of Punjab.
1.2 Objectives
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The primary objective of this project is to improve the health of the people of rural
Punjab through provision of safe drinking water which shall lead to reduction /
elimination of water borne diseases and eventually boost the economy of the area.
Specific objectives of the project are as under:
i. Collect available data pertaining to the water distribution system, identify

drinking water supply problems and select locations in 21 districts of Punjab for
installation of water purification plants at Rural Water Supply Scheme (RWSS).
ii. Identification of drinking water quality by testing the quality of water of wells and
the storage facilities at selected locations and select model mechanism of
treatment required.
iii. Improved access to safe drinking water to the rural communities of Punjab and
educate them to adopt improved hygiene practices.
iv. Setting up reliable water quality assurance and service delivery monitoring
systems.
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2. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
2.1 General
The General Specifications define general requirements, materials and workmanship
for the execution of Works. The General Specification also describes the framework
under which the contractual Works shall be executed and the general activities to be
included in the rates for the Permanent and Temporary Works.
The Permanent Works comprise the contractual construction Works which shall be
executed in accordance to the requirements of the General Specification and be
quoted for the various sections of Works.
The Testing of materials and equipment shall not be quoted separately and is
deemed to be included in the remuneration for the Works unless where otherwise
specified.
2.2 Responsibility for Information

The Contractor shall be deemed to have inspected and examined the Site, to have
verified the Site conditions and to have satisfied himself, before submitting the Bid
and before the Commencement of the Works, as to all matters relative to the nature
of the Site within the specified boundaries, details and levels of existing services and
connections to be made, the quantity and nature of the work and materials necessary
for the completion of the Works, the means of access to the Site along the formal
protocols and permissions that are required the accommodation he may require, the
supply of water and electricity, the climatic, hydrological and geo-hydrological
conditions security and administration requirements or such contingencies which may
influence or affect his Bid.
Any negligence or failure on the part of the Contractor to obtain reliable information
on the Site or elsewhere concerning any matter affecting the Contract Agreement
shall not relieve the Contractor from any of his obligations or liabilities arising from the
Contract Agreement.
No claims will be permitted with regard to meeting the full compliance associated with
the Site conditions regarding the execution of the Works except as contains in the
conditions of contract.
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2.3 Workmanship
The Contractor to carry out all works as instructed by the Engineer in a thorough,
diligent and workman-like manner, and up to current professional standards. The
Contractor shall execute operations with due efficiency and dispatch in accordance
with the terms of the contract and to the satisfaction of the Engineer. For this
purpose, the Contractor shall employ suitable equipment, and competent staff
demonstrated in certification and formal assessment.
2.4 Standards
The products and systems to be supplied and installed under this Contract shall
conform to the requirements of the Technical Specifications and other associated
documents, to the best accepted international practice and to the several
requirements imposed by the service conditions. As a means of ensuring these
objectives, the Contractor shall maintain a documented quality control and quality
assurance system, which shall be generally in accordance with ISO 9001 or
approved equivalent and so demonstrated
For the identification of the quality of materials and work reference has been made,
where deemed necessary, to EN Standards, ISO or BS. The Contractor shall ensure
that the same requirements are applied to products, systems, and services supplied
by sub-contractors and suppliers.
In the event that any Standard referred to in these Technical Specifications has been
superseded or replaced by another one, such other standard shall be deemed
applicable. In any case always the most recent issue of any Standard referred to shall
be applicable. The Standards referred to in this Technical Specifications shall not be
deemed to be limitative, the Contractor shall justify compliance with the pertinent ISO,
BS, EN or DIN Standards of any single element of the permanent Works when
submitting for approval. The Engineer may reject any element not complying with the
relevant standards.
The Contractor may, however, carry out the Works or provide materials in
accordance to other International Standards, provided that the Contractor proves to
the Engineer, prior to any execution that their requirements are superior or equivalent
to the quality described by the Standards cited in these Specifications.
Should the Contractor desire to carry out Works or to substitute goods and materials
in accordance to other than EN, BS, ISO or DIN Standards, he shall notify the
Engineer thereof, and shall submit with his notice 2 copies in English of the proposed
Standard (latest version), and shall not order any material or perform any work unless
he has obtained the Engineer’s approval of such Standard, together with any other
information required by him.
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Within 30 days of the signature of the Contract, the Contractor shall provide to the
Engineer 2 copies of all Standards (latest editions), which are to apply to materials
and workmanship under the Contract, together with an index cross-referencing these
Standards with the applicable aspects of the Works.
2.5 Contractor’s Staffing and Labour Force

When nominating the representatives and the supervisors to whom the performance
of the Works will be entrusted, the Contractor shall give full information on their
educational and professional background in accordance with the minimum
requirements given in the Tender Schedules. The replacement of ANY
representatives and/or supervisors shall not be allowed without the written approval
of the Engineer and shall be of equal or better demonstrable competence.
The Contractor shall appoint a qualified safety officer responsible for the
implementation of safe working practices throughout the Contract.
Key staff responsible for the correct execution of works must be available to the
Engineer during working time.
Supervisors responsible for construction work must have a significant experience in

work under the climatic circumstances and must be able to safeguard good
workmanship so that the Works are executed according to the Standards. That is to
demonstrate competence in this particular environment.
The Contractor shall also submit details of the labour force, which he proposes to
employ. Such details shall include Engineers and experts involved; senior staff and
specialists, skilled and unskilled labour with indication of the local labour, which the
Contractor envisages to employ and the variation in staff and labour levels and their
distribution throughout the duration of the Contract. That is a manpower schedule and
profile for monthly and annual allocation of manpower resources.
Child labour shall not be permitted under any circumstances.
2.6 Material and Equipment

2.6.1 Materials, Equipment and Plant to be Fit for Purpose
Notwithstanding more prescriptive or particular conditions in the specific parts of
these Technical Specifications all material, equipment and plant to be incorporated in
the Works shall be fit for its intended purpose. They should be new and unused, and
shall be the current or most recent models available, from reputed
manufactures\suppliers and incorporate all recent improvements in design and
materials unless otherwise specified in this Specification. Materials used in the
manufacture of the items required shall be of a grade sufficient to ensure long service
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life for the purpose of the equipment. The Contractor shall provide for approval by the
Engineer copies of ISO or equivalent authorization from the manufacturers involved.
Second hand material, equipment and plant are not allowed under any circumstances
and will be rejected.
2.6.2 Approval of Materials and Equipment

As soon as practicable and within 30 days after receipt of notice to proceed and
before any material or equipment is purchased, the Contractor shall submit for
approval by the Engineer a complete schedule, in triplicate, with the names and
addresses of the manufacturers and their catalogue cuts, diagrams, drawings, test
certificates and such other descriptive data as may be required by the Engineer.
Samples of materials and equipment also to be submitted to be retained by the
Engineer to allow visual comparison and approval of material and equipment
delivered. No consideration will be given to partial lists submitted from time to time.
Approval of materials and equipment under this provision shall not be considered as
authorized, any deviation from the specifications unless the attention of the Engineer
has been directed to the specific deviations.
2.6.3 Origin and Identification of Material, Equipment and Plant

All plant and equipment shall bear distinct and easily legible plates of indestructible
material showing manufacturer / brand, time of manufacturing, and all relevant
technical data required by the standards or in the absence of standards, as generally
indicated to describe the capacity of the plant or equipment in the English language.
2.7 Accesses, Use of Land and Trespassing

2.7.1 Possession of the Site
In accordance with the Conditions of Contract the Employer will give the Contractor
possession of land required for the construction of the Works. The limit of the Site
will be the area of land occupied by the Works. No additional land will normally be
made available by the Employer for access or construction purposes except as
authorized by the Employer.
2.7.2 Access to the Site

The Contractor shall make arrangements with the owners or tenants in respect of
access to the Site across their properties and shall pay all costs incurred in this
regard.
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The Contractor shall arrange to, construct, maintain, remove and reinstate on
completion of the Contract any temporary access required for and relating to the
execution of the Works. The Contractor shall immediately repair any damage done by
him to fences, gateways, drains or
to any other structure in the execution of the Contract and shall leave everything in
the same state as it was found by him.
The Contractor shall not harm or destroy any vegetation by fire or by any other
means nor allow any practice which may have a detrimental effect on the
environment. He shall be responsible for any damage whatsoever caused by his
employees. The Contractor shall as far as possible confine his operations to within
the limits of the Site or the land provided by the Employer, but if this is inadequate for
his purpose, he shall make all arrangements for any further land he may require and
shall pay all costs and charges in this connection.
The Contractor shall not use the land constituting the Site of the Works or a
construction camp for any purposes whatsoever other than for the proper execution
of the Contract, and shall be debarred specifically from any form of trading or
bartering. The Contractor shall not sell any spirituous liquors or allow them to be sold
or brought within the limits of the Works, and shall in every way discourage their use
and distribution.
He shall erect and maintain suitable temporary fencing wherever necessary, and he
will provide satisfactorily agreed compensation for all damage in respect of
trespassing, and for all damage to the stock, crop or other property on the land, which
may arise from the inefficiency or disrepair of such temporary fencing or from
interference with existing fencing during the work.
The Contractor's employees and those seeking employment shall be prohibited from
trespassing on adjoining lands and from killing and disturbing any game, livestock or
domestic animals.
2.8 Contractor Activities on private Property

2.8.1 Action Required Prior to Entering Property
The Contractor shall not enter onto private property or property not belonging to the
Employer for the purpose of carrying out any work in connection with the Contract
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without having completed the following formalities well ahead of his intended date for
entering such property:
i. The Contractor shall give notice, in writing, to the owner, lessee or occupier, on
a form approved by the Engineer, of his intention of entering upon the property,
together with full details of the work he intends to carry out on the property and
the intended dates and duration of occupation.
ii. The Contractor shall arrange a meeting with the owner, lessee or occupier, to
confirm that the owner, lessee or occupier has permitted the Contractor to enter
upon the property for the said purpose;
iii. obtain details from the owner, lessee or occupier, regarding any special
precautions that should be taken by the Contractor during the execution of the
Works;
iv. record details, with photographs if necessary, of the condition of the property at
that stage, including any defects in buildings, swimming pools, outbuildings,
fences, etc that may be affected by his activities and copies shall be submitted
to the Engineer for record purpose
v. Record in writing the details of the above; the form and substance of such
records and agreements shall be subject to the Engineer's approval and a copy
of the details as recorded shall be sent to the Engineer for his records and his
approval.
vi. In the event of the Contractor failing to reach agreement with the owner, lessee
or occupier of the property on any of the matters referred to above, the matter
shall be referred to the Engineer for further action.
vii. Not less than three days before actually entering such property, the Contractor
shall again give notice in writing to the owner, lessee or occupier of the exact
date on which he intends to enter the property. If this date is not adhered to, he
shall again give similar notice of his revised date.
2.9 Safe Working Conditions
2.9.1 General
The Contractor shall at all times observe adequate safety precautions on Site to
ensure the safety of the public as well as of his own staff and other persons engaged
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in or about the Works. In this respect, he shall observe all laws, ordinances and
regulations pertaining to his work.
When work is carried out within a road reserve, the road surfaces not affected by the
work and which remain open to traffic, shall be kept clean at all times so that gravel
and debris will not be thrown up by passing vehicles, causing possible injury to
persons and damage to property and other vehicles. The contractor's attention is
specifically drawn to the fact that he should be in full compliance of all current acts
and regulations in Pakistan in relation to Welfare and Working Regulations copies of
which shall at all times be kept by the Contractor on the Site:
Should the work so require, the Contractor shall comply with all the safety
requirements set out in Government Regulations and publications, copies of which
shall also be kept by him on the Site:
2.9.2 Hygiene Requirements

Before commencing the work, the Contractor shall ensure that all his employees are
instructed in the necessity for hygienic practices. The Contractor shall immediately
dismiss and remove from the Site any employee or representative of the Contractor
who has been polluting or fouling the Site and shall take appropriate remedial
measures to prevent a repetition of the occurrence and to disinfect the areas
concerned.
The hygiene requirements shall be in accordance with the Pakistan labour law.
2.9.3 Occupational Health and Safety Act

The Contractor shall comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and its
Regulations. In particular the Construction Regulations, shall be adhered to at all
times. The Engineer and/or the Employer or his Agent shall inspect the works from
time to time to monitor the contractor’s compliance with the above legislation. Where
any such investigations reveal, or where it comes to the Engineer’s attention that the
contractor is in any way in breach of the requirements of the above legislation, the
engineer shall in accordance with the
Conditions of contract, be entitled to suspend construction of the works, or any part

thereof, until such time as the breach has been rectified to the satisfaction of the
Engineer The Contractor will not be entitled to claim for any delay or disruption to the
Contract due to the suspension of the works or the remedy practiced following the
breach in this or any other associated legislation.
2.9.4 Health and Safety Plan

The health and safety plan required by the Act and supporting regulations shall
include, but not limited to, the following:
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 Occupational health and safety policy

 Administrative requirements
 Risk identification and assessment including maintenance of all registers
 Training
 Incident and accident reporting
 Incident and accident investigation
 First aid
 Occupational health and safety representatives
 Occupational health and safety committees
 Permits
 Certificates of competence and compliance Permits
 Audits and inspections
2.9.5 Health and Safety File
Every Contractor shall ensure that a health and safety file, which shall include all
documentation required in terms of the provisions of the Act and the relevant
Regulations, is kept on site and made available to the client, agent or inspectors on
request. This document is a live document and should be updated on a continuous
basis. A Principal Contractor shall hand over a consolidated Health and Safety File to
the Client within 6 months of the completion of the construction work and shall, in
addition to the documentation referred to in the regulations, include a record of all
drawings, designs, materials used and other similar information concerning the
completed works. A Principal Contractor shall ensure that in addition to the
documentation required in the health and safety file as determined in the regulations,
a comprehensive and updated list of all sub-contractors on site accountable to the
principal contractor, the agreements between the parties and the type of work being
done are included and available.
2.9.6 Safety Officer

The Contractor shall in accordance with the act and supporting regulations upon
having considered the size of the project, the degree of risks likely to been countered
or the accumulation of hazards or risks on the site, appoint a full-time Construction
Safety Officer with the necessary competencies and resources to assist him in the
control of all safety related aspects on the site. The appointment is subject to the
Engineer’s approval.
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2.9.7 Health and Safety Training

The Contractor shall provide employees with the necessary information and training
or supervision that is necessary to enable them to perform their work safely and
without risk to health, and shall ensure that every employee becomes familiar with
work-related hazards and risks and the measures that must be taken to eliminate,
control and minimize those hazards and risks.
2.9.8 Personal Protective Clothing and Equipment (PPE)

All employees employed on the construction site and visitors shall wear clothing and
equipment as prescribed in the site hazard analysis. The Contractor shall identify
tasks requiring protective
Clothing and equipment and issue the necessary to employees on site. Employees
shall maintain all PPE in a safe, clean condition. Personnel not wearing PPE where
PPE is prescribed will be disciplined in accordance with the general disciplinary code
of conduct
2.9.9 Provision of Safety Fences, Signs and Barricades

The contractor shall in accordance with the act and supporting regulations erect
fences and/or barricades to protect the public passing by or entering the construction
area. The Contractor shall, in accordance with the act and supporting regulations,
erect Notices and Signs at entrances and along perimeters of the construction site
indicating “No Unauthorized Entry” and “Visitors to report to Site Office”. Notices and
Signs at the construction site entrance instructing visitors and non-employees what to
do, where to go, and where to report to on entering the site shall also be erected.
Where necessary, or as instructed by the Engineer, the Contractor shall employ
security guards to safeguard safety fences, signs and barricades from theft or
vandalism.
2.9.10 Environmental Protection of the Site

The Contractor shall undertake environmental protection measures to reduce the
environmental impacts arising from execution of the Works. In particular, he shall
arrange his method of working to minimize the effects on the air, noise, water quality
as well as nuisance of waste within and outside the Site, on transport routes and at
the stockpiling, loading, dredging and dumping areas.
The Contractor shall observe and comply with all the current enactments, relevant
environmental protection and pollution control ordinances and regulations, and any
additions or amendments thereto coming into effect before completion of the Works.
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The Contractor shall maintain on site legal copies of the relevant ordinances and their
regulations, and provide one legal copy for the Engineer.
Where the activities on Site are found not in compliance with the requirements as
specified or cause unacceptable environmental impacts, the Contractor shall be
responsible, at its sole cost, for mitigating and cleaning up any environmental
pollution, harm or damage arising from the performance of the Works, including all
damage caused by the leakage, spillage or disposal of hazardous waste.
Furthermore, he shall give strict instructions to all persons employed by him to use
the sanitary facilities provided at Site.
If the Contractor fails to keep the Site clean, the Engineer shall instruct a third party to
carry out the work at the cost of the Contractor.
2.9.11 Water Pollution Control

General: The Contractor shall carry out the Works in such a manner as to minimize
adverse impacts on the water quality during execution of the Works. In particular, he
shall arrange his method of working to minimize the adverse effects on the water
quality within and outside the Site, on the transport routes and at the stockpiling,
loading, dredging and dumping areas. The Contractor shall ensure that water flows in
rivers, streams and other natural or irrigation channels are maintained and/or re-
established where they are disrupted due to the execution of the Works.
Protection of Natural Streams/Rivers:
i. For the purpose of the Contract, a natural stream/river shall refer to a natural channel
including the natural banks and riparian zones, with natural water fed from upper
terrains with water flowing throughout the year or intermittent water-flow only during
wet seasons, and any other water-carrying channels, ponds or the like and the extents
are as defined on the Drawings. The Contractor shall keep on the Site records of
photographs of the existing natural streams and rivers within the Site, and provide the
Engineer with a copy of the same records before any works commence in or near
natural streams/rivers.
ii. Excavated or backfilling materials shall not be stored adjacent to natural streams/rivers
unless permitted by the Engineer.
iii. No excavated material, silt, debris, rubbish, cement slurry or such construction waste
shall be deposited into natural streams/rivers. Should such deposits be found, the
Contractor shall remove them, and restore the affected natural streams/rivers to their
original state to the satisfaction of the Engineer. If the works site is inside or in the
proximity of natural rivers/streams, the Contractor shall temporarily isolate the
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construction works with proper methods, such as by placing of sandbags or silt

curtains with lead edge at bottom and properly supported props, to prevent adverse
impacts on the water quality.
iv. Without the prior consent of the Engineer, the Contractor shall not excavate boulders,
gravel or sand or other substrata materials from the natural streams/rivers, whether
these materials are for the purpose of temporary, long-term or off-site use as
construction material, or for any other purposes;
2.10 Inspections and Tools

Prior to packaging and transporting equipment/imported components of equipment,
the Contractor shall inform to the Engineer and the Employer. In the case of the
Employer accepts, the Contractor shall arrange the inspection for the Engineer and
the Employer or his Representative to examine, inspect and mark products used in
plant/works where, the equipment will be manufactured or installed completely.
Duration of the inspection is at least 3 days excluding travel time. Equipment/specific
tools: The Contractor shall supply sufficiently in terms of quantity and quality of
compulsory equipment/specific tools at site during execution of requested items.
The Contractor is required to provide necessary equipment and tools to the Engineer
and to the Employer during construction period for their duties and management.
Such equipment and tools should be available at all time at site. The list of such
equipment/tools shall be submitted to the Engineer for approval prior procurement.
Upon issuing final acceptance, such equipment and tools shall be handed over to the
Engineer.
2.11 Testing of Materials and Goods

The Contractor shall provide at his expense all labour, materials and equipment
necessary for sampling and testing of materials and goods supplied under this
Contract. All measuring and metering equipment shall be certified by an approved
authority.
A sampling protocol shall be agreed between the engineer and the contractor which
shall define the extent of sampling, the methodology of sampling and testing, the
relevant ranges of acceptable results and criteria of acceptance or rejection of the
material or equipment.
2.11.1 Samples
The Contractor shall submit to the Engineer as he may require, samples of all
materials and goods, which he proposes to use or employ on or for the Works. Such
samples, if approved, will be retained by the Engineer. It shall be the Contractor’s
responsibility to ascertain from the Engineer which materials and articles are required
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for testing, and to ensure that they are submitted, sufficiently far in advance as to
avoid delay in the Works.
2.11.2 Taking and Analysis of Sample

The Contractor shall take and analyse samples in compliance with existing relevant
regulations standards and the agreed protocols. Taking samples shall be confirmed
by Employer and the Engineer. Result of tests will be stored and preserved in
accordance with technical requirements. At least one copy of the test results shall be
submitted to the Engineer.
Without relieving the Contractor of his responsibilities under the Contract, the
Contractor shall perform any additional tests which the Engineer may require and/or
repeat tests the results of which, in the opinion of the Engineer are not
representative.
2.11.3 Testing Facilities

As stated under item “2.14.8 Employer’s and Engineer’s Site Facilities” of this
specification
All current calibration records from a certified body for equipment testing shall be
submitted to the Engineer for information.
2.12 Report Preparation, Meeting and Taking Photographs

The Contractor shall submit reports and meet the deadline specified in the Bidding
Document. All reports are presented in the A4 size and written in indelible ink. The
Contractor will take Progress Photographs on a least a monthly basis to support his
Progress Reports for execution of all Site Works
The Contractor cannot use his own standard forms without Engineer’s
Representative approval.
2.12.1 Progress Reports

The Contractor shall formally submit to the Engineer’s Representative no later than
the first week of each month a Progress Report in such form that the That the
monthly progress is charted against the formal Contract schedule showing either
delay or an advance.
2.12.2 Meeting
The Contractor shall attend all meetings called for by the Engineer / Employer at the
Site or in the Engineer‘s / Employer’s office to discuss the progress of the Works
and/or any problems related thereto, where adequate notice has been given.
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The Engineer will prepare Minutes of Meeting (MoM) and submit a copy for
comments to both the Employer and the Contractor. Any comments must reach the
Engineer within fourteen days after submission day. Beyond this period of time the
MoM will be considered as accepted by all parties.
In the event that the Contractor fails or is unable to attend any meeting at which his
presence has been requested, all matters arising shall be taken as if the Contractor
had been present The opportunity for the Contractor to comment remains at 14 days.
2.12.3 Taking Photographs

The photographs, 3 No copies shall be in colour, minimum size 10x15 mm, and will
be stored in the Site’s Office and be submitted following the requirement of the
Employer and Engineer’s Representative.
2.13 Measurement and Payment

2.13.1 Payment for the Works
The remuneration for various components of the Works shall be priced in the relevant
items of the Bills of Quantities, which are deemed to include all obligations given
notice in the Contract Documents
Unless provided by exception, the Technical Specifications, the Bills of Quantities

and all the Contract provisions shall be deemed to be included at the Contractor’s
cost and accounted in the Bill of Quantities
For the Permanent Works to be executed under the Contract, the Contractor shall
supply all materials, equipment, temporary Works and labour necessary to perform,
test and complete the Works and maintain the Works until issuance the Completion
Certificate, General Conditions of Contract.
The Contractor shall also furnish all equipment’s, materials, specials and labour
required to make connections to, to protect, to remove and to rearrange existing
services and other structures so that the whole of Works is delivered to the Employer
in perfect condition and working order.
2.13.2 Measurement of Works

The quantities shown in the Bill of Quantities (BoQ) are estimates only and they may
vary during the course of the Works. Payment for these items shall be made on
actual work done during construction and according to methods of measurement and
payment, described in the Preamble to to this document.
Measurement of Bill Items with a running total will e made for payment certificates
shall be made by the Contractor for the Engineer. The Contractor’s measurement is
always subject to the Engineer’s approval.
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The Contractor shall provide all assistance, drawings, schemes and all survey
instruments and measuring equipment required. The cost for the measurement of
works shall be deemed to be included in the respective prices for construction and
installation of works.
If the Contractor does not assist or refuses to participate to the measurement of

quantities, the quantities measured by the Engineer shall be considered valid.
Wherever levels, measurements, quantities, etc. of any work done cannot be

checked at a later stage, the measurements made by the Engineer or approved by
him shall be taken to be correct measurements of the work.
Any measurement of quantities taken during the progress of works is provisional and
can be re visited if evidence demonstrates an error in identification or computation. In
that case the Engineer and the Contractor shall proceed with new measurements.
2.14 Temporary Site Facilities

2.14.1 General
The temporary site facilities shall include any site infrastructure, temporary site offices
and yards, site laboratory, safety provisions, accommodation and sanitary facilities,
provisions for water, energy and access and the installation of signboards.
The maintenance of site facilities shall include at least but not be limited to water and
energy supply, the operation and cleaning of Site offices, accommodation, sanitary
facilities and all temporary Works, appropriate solid waste disposal. Access to and
proper protection of construction sites including for security, lightening and traffic
control must be ensured throughout all times of construction.
The costs of the site facilities shall be deemed to be included in the corresponding In
the Bill of Quantities (BoQ).
Temporary facilities as outlined herein shall be installed prior to start of work and
within (30) days of after the notice to commence work.
All offices, stores and testing laboratories shall be guarded and protected at all times
of the day and night, and maintained throughout the duration of the Contract.
2.14.2 Water Supply

The Contractor shall provide suitable supplies of water for drinking, washing,
sanitation and general cleaning in addition to any required for the construction,
testing and commissioning of the Works.
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Service water: The Contractor shall provide service water to the Employer via local
suppliers in sufficient quantity and of quality during the contract implementation
process.
2.14.3 Power Supply

The Contractor shall install, operate, maintain and subsequently remove sufficient
temporary supplies of electricity for air-conditioning, heating, lighting and ventilation
for all offices, stores, laboratories and other temporary buildings used by the
Contractor and those provided for the Engineer's use, in addition to any supplies he
may require relating to the construction, testing and commissioning of the Works.
2.14.4 Testing Facilities

The Contractor shall arrange on site or nearby areas and maintain and remove when
directed by the Engineer temporary facilities for testing and quality control. The
testing facilities shall be i) equipped with material, suitable calibrated apparatus and
tools needed for his own testing of materials and ii) staffed by sufficient competent
technicians for the sampling and testing of materials and workmanship as required for
verification of compliance with the Specification.
Testing that cannot performed in the Contractor’s certified Site laboratory shall be
carried out in other certified laboratories approved by the Engineer, prior the testing.
2.14.5 Contractor’s Accommodation

The Contractor shall erect, construct, and maintain and subsequently remove all
temporary offices, sanitary conveniences, stores, workshops, compounds and
parking areas and living accommodation as are necessary to ensure that he is able to
conduct and supervise the construction of the Works effectively.
The Contractor must provide a legally and adequate standard of living

accommodation for his work-force in any camp on or off the Site with sufficient safe,
secure living space with adequate food, washing and sanitary arrangements.
Temporary toilet units: The Contractor shall provide and maintain self-contained
single-occupant toilet units of the chemical, aerated recirculation, or combustion type,
properly vented and fully enclosed with a glass fibre reinforced polyester shell or
similar non-absorbent material for use by all Contractors and Subcontractors on the
site. The number of units should be adequate to provide safe sanitary service for all
on-site contractor personnel, and should meet any and all applicable code
requirements.
All accommodation and welfare facilities are to be in accordance with the Pakistan
labour law.
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2.14.6 Demobilization from Site

The demobilization includes the removal of all Site facilities and temporary
installations, the demobilization of all equipment from Site, the removal of all surplus
materials, the reinstatement of all damaged or worn access roads and facilities used
by the Contractor and the cleaning up of the Construction Site upon completion of the
Works.
The demobilization shall be in accordance with the Pakistan Labour, Health and Safet
and Environmental laws.
2.14.7 Contractor’s Toilet and First Aid Facilities

The Contractor shall set up, maintain and clean daily, toilet and washing facilities with
adequate supplies of soap, disinfectant and the like and with suitable drainage
arrangements, for the use of his employees. The Contractor shall provide adequate
first-aid facilities for his staff at the Site. An adequate stock of sterile bandages,
disinfectants, spray disinfectants, plasters, scissors, etc shall be kept available, held
in a dust proof cupboard accommodated in a clean room. The toilet and first aid
facilities shall be ready for use within one week of commencement of work on Site.
The Contractor’s Toilet and First Aid Facilities shall be in accordance with the
Pakistan labour law.
2.14.8 Assistance to the Engineer and Employer

The Contractor shall at all times during the duration of the Contract provide for the
use of the Engineer and Employer all equipment, instruments and apparatus, all
information and records and qualified chainmen and labourers required by the
Engineer for inspecting and measuring the Works. Such equipment, instruments and
apparatus shall include those listed in the Special Provisions.
2.14.9 Employer’s and Engineer’s Site Facilities

All facilities provided to the Employer and Engineer by the Contractor shall be near
the job site, where necessary and shall conform to the best standard for the required
types. On completion of the Contract, the facilities provided by the Contractor
including utilities and communication facilities shall revert to the Government
including office equipment, apparatus, pieces of furniture, laboratory equipment, etc,
unless otherwise specified in the Contract documents.
2.14.10 Engineer’s and Employer site office

The Contractor should provide an adequate fully equipped, static, prefabricated or
mobile office with sufficient space and washing and sanitary facilities for the
Engineer’s representative and Employer’s representative.
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These offices shall have a minimum space of 25m² for each, lockable entrances,
operable windows and serviceable finishes. Each office shall be equipped at least but
not limited to:
 Two office table,

 Two office chairs (Swivel),
 4 sundry chairs,
 1 Computer incl. screen, mouse and keyboard and the current software ,
 A4 Colour Printer,
 UPS Unit,
 Air conditioning,
 Lights,
 Telecommunication, also International,
 Internet,
 Consumables & Stationary,
 First Aid supplies.
 Fire Extinguisher: hand-carried, portable, class “A” fire extinguisher for temporary
offices and similar spaces all in accordance with prevailing building codes.
Temporary toilet units: The Contractor shall provide self-contained single-occupant
toilet units of the chemical, aerated recirculation, or combustion type, properly vented
and fully enclosed with a glass fiber reinforced polyester shell or similar non-
absorbent material for use by the Engineer’s representative and Employer’s
representative on the site. The number of units should be adequate to provide safe
sanitary service for all on-site Engineer’s and Employer’s personnel, and should meet
any and all applicable code requirements.
2.15 Review of Technical Documents

The Contractor shall carefully review all technical documents included in the Contract
before the start of the Works and the ordering of the required goods and report any
conflicts or anomalies immediately.
The Contractor shall amend the initial lists, schedules and drawings as may be
required and submit three copies to the Engineer.
2.16 Review Procedure for Drawings

Items submitted by the Contractor will be returned after the Engineer’s
Representative’s review either ‘Accepted’, ‘Accepted with reservations’ or ‘Returned
for amendment’. Such acceptance shall mean that the Employer has no objection to
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the Contractor using, upon his own full responsibility, the design, plan or method of
work proposed or furnishing the materials and equipment proposed.
2.17 Submittal of Documents

2.17.1 Cash Flow Program
Together with the Work Program the Contractor shall provide to the Engineer a
detailed Cash Flow Program of all payments to which the Contractor shall be entitled
under the Contract including O&M operation along with a 5-year asset replacement
model. He shall update this Profile on a regular monthly basis based upon updates
from the Program of works and Operation, which is a requirement of the Engineer.
2.17.2 Construction Method

The Contractor shall submit details of all the plant, equipment and labour force, which
he proposes to use and employ and shall describe in detail the proposed construction
and operational methods for each element of the Works. The details of construction
plant shall include the make, type, capacity or rating and the number of units, which
the Contractor envisages to employ throughout the duration of the Contract.
Special attention shall be paid to:
i. the procedure of concrete mixing, transporting, vibrating and curing irrespective

of the origin of the concrete;
ii. procedure of grouting of any equipment and / or steel structure into box-outs of
primary concrete after careful adjustment to line and grade and wrapping into
plastic sheets against fouling during grouting;
iii. on-site coating, painting and other works serving for corrosion protection;
iv. general and particular safety measures to be maintained throughout

implementation of the respective Works.
The Contractor shall furnish to the Engineer the formal approval of working methods
he may be required to obtain from relevant authorities at least 14 days prior to the
commencement of any new section of Works. Such approval of working methods
shall in no way relive the Contractor from his obligations.
Such approvals of working methods shall be obtained, as applicable, e.g. for the
maintaining of public traffic, the dealing with/crossing of other services, the diversion
of flow and discharge of water from excavations, the reinstatement of excavated
areas and the provisions to ensure public safety.
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The Contractor shall maintain in both hard and soft copy records of construction and
operational methods, their submission, approvals, modifications etc.
2.17.3 Method of Performing the Works & Services

The Bidder is required to submit a narrative outlining the method of performing the
Works and Services. The narrative should indicate in detail and include but not be
limited to:
i. The sequence and methods in which he proposes to carry out the Works/Services,
including the number of hours per day, he expects to work.
ii. A list of all major items of plant, tools and vehicles proposed to be used in carrying out
the operation and maintenance, including number of each kind, make, type, capacity
of all equipment, working condition, which shall be deployed by him in sufficient detail
to demonstrate fully that the equipment will meet all the requirements of the Technical
Provisions.
iii. The procedure for transportation of materials to the site.
iv. Details regarding mobilization in Pakistan, the type of facilities including personnel
accommodation, office accommodation, provision for maintenance and for storage,
communications, security and other services to be used.
v. Organization chart indicating head office & field office personnel involved in
management of the Works to be done and Services to be performed under the
Contract.
2.17.4 Quality Assurance

The Contractor shall submit and have approved a Quality Management Plan within
30 days of signing of the Contract Agreement.
All material, equipment, plant and instruments to be supplied from outside Pakistan
shall be manufactured and comply with application standards of Euro Countries,
American or Japan. Bidders shall submit evidence that the equipment to be supplied
from outside Pakistan will be manufactured and delivered to the requirements of
ISO 9002 - Quality Systems -Model for Quality Assurance in Production, Installation
and Servicing (or ISO 9001), and in accordance with the Technical Specification. This
evidence shall be in the form of the following:
i. A certificate issued by an independent, internationally recognized Third Party

Accreditation Agency that the proposed manufacturer of the materials operates
quality assurance systems, which conform to the requirements of ISO 001 or
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9002. The certificate shall clearly show the name of the certifying agency, the
certificate number and the products or facilities certified. To be accepted as an
internationally recognized independent third-party accreditation agency, the
agency must have performed accreditation work of a similar nature in a
minimum of two countries. As evidence of this, copies of relevant certificates
issued by the agency or a statement from the agency or from an ISO Member
Body, showing how the agency meets this criterion shall be provided.
ii. A draft Quality Plan which demonstrates that the manufacturing, testing,
production and delivery requirements of the Contract, and the standards to
which the materials to be manufactured are understood, is to be submitted. The
Quality Plan shall include the following as appropriate:
- procurement of components and raw material;

- calibration of test equipment;
- sampling, destructive/non-destructive testing, frequencies of sampling and
testing;
- inspection procedures;
- rectification of non-conformities;
- record systems;
- inventory control, packing;
- proposed production, transportation and delivery program.
2.17.5 Testing/Commissioning& Handover Schedules

Proposals for testing/commissioning, which shall include but not be limited to
schedules of commissioning the civil structures, water pumping stations, water
treatment units and electrical equipment and cables. Schedules shall be submitted at
least 4 weeks prior to the expected date of completion or earlier, if appropriate and
agreed by the Engineer’s Representative.
2.17.6 As-Built Drawings

As the work proceeds, the Contractor shall prepare, at his own expense, record
drawings based on the Contractor’s reviewed and updated working drawings as to
portray the Works actually executed. These record drawings shall become As-Built
Drawings upon completion of the Works. These drawings shall clearly show all
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portions of the Works, in plan, profile and sections and also all deviations from the
original drawings.
The complete set of as-built drawings shall comprise, but is not limited to:
 General Layout
 Layouts and profiles of pipelines
 Pipe and Instrumentation Diagram (PID)
 Actual drawings of any structures (plan and sections), showing built-in
pipes and fittings.
 Geotagged references and associated data.
Where the Works consist of plants, tanks etc, including hydraulic, mechanical and
electrical works the complete set of as-built drawings shall comprise any civil,
hydraulic, mechanical and electrical working drawing updated to reflect the Works as
actually executed.
The Contractor shall use the metric international system of units (SI units).
Draft versions of the records drawings shall be submitted to the Engineer for approval
and then be completed with any amendments requested by him.
On completion of the individual Works the Contractor shall supply to the Engineer the
complete set of originals and copies of the As-Built Drawings within 30 days. All this
material shall be delivered in a legible and navigable manner in both hard and soft
copy, well-structured and with a comprehensive list of contents. The structure is to be
proposed by the Contractor in time provided the Engineer does not prescribe such
structure in advance.
The material shall be delivered in the following formats:
i. As-built drawings:
1x dwg format, 1x pdf format; 2x hard copy full scale unfolded; 4x hard copy reduced
scale
ii. Originals in A3 and original in A4:
1x pdf format; 3x hard copy full scale in folders A4
All Soft copies shall be delivered as a set of DVD high capacity and after approval
stored on external drive.
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2.17.7 Shop Drawings

The shop drawings shall indicate the general assembly, components, dimensions,
weights, clearances and methods of assembly. Draft versions drawings shall be
submitted to the Engineer for approval and then be completed with any amendments
requested by him.
The material shall be delivered in the following formats:
i. Shop-Drawings:
1x dwg format, 1x pdf format; 1x hard copy full scale unfolded; 2x hard copy reduced
scale
ii. Originals in A3 and original in A4:
1x pdf format; 2x hard copy full scale in folders A4
2.17.8 Maintenance Instructions

For each element of plant and equipment, the Contractor shall provide the
Manufacturer’s maintenance instructions. These instructions shall be in English
language.
2.18 System of Units

This conversion table below shall be used if so required:
LINEAR MEASURE (LENGTH/DISTANCE) LINEAR MEASURE (LENGTH/DISTANCE)
IMPERIAL METRIC METRIC IMPERIAL
1 inch 25.4 millimetres 1 Millimetres 0.0394 inch
1 foot (=12 inches) 0.3048 metre 1 centimetre (=10 mm) 0.3937 inch
1 yard (=3 feet) 0.9144 metre 1 metre (=100 cm) 1.0936 yards
1 kilometre (=1000 m) 0.6214 miles
SQUARE MEASURE SQUARE MEASURE

(AREA) (AREA)
6.4516 sq.
1 square inch 1 square centimetre 0.1550 sq. inch
centimetres
1 square foot (=144 square 9.29 square 1 square metre (=10 000 1.1960 sq.
inches) decimetres sq. cm) yards
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1 square yard (=9 square 0.8361 square 119.60 sq.

1 are (=100 sq. metres)
feet) metres yards
1 acre (=4840 square

0.40469 hectare 1 hectare (=100 Ares) 2.4711 acres
yards)
1 square kilometre (=100

1 square mile (=640 acres) 259 hectares 0.3861 sq. mile
hectares)
CUBIC MEASURE CUBIC MEASURE

(VOLUME) (VOLUME)
16.4 cubic 0.0610 cubic

1 cubic inch 1 cubic centimetre
centimetres inch
1 cubic foot (=1728 cubic 0.0283 cubic 1 cubic metre (one million 1.308 cubic
inches) metres cu. cm) yards
CAPACITY MEASURE CAPACITY MEASURE

(VOLUME) (VOLUME)
1 (imperial) fl. oz. (=1/20 0.002 (imperial)

28.41 ml 1 millilitre
imperial pint) pint
1 (imperial) gallon (=4

4.546 litres 1 litre (=1000 ml) 1.76 pints
quarts)
2.20 (imperial)
9.092 litres 1 decalitre (=10 l)
gallons
MASS (WEIGHT) MASS (WEIGHT)
1 ounce (=16 drams) 28.35 grams 1 milligram 0.015 grain
1 pound (=16 ounces 0.45359237

1 gram (=1000 mg) 15.43 grain
=7000 grains) kilogram
1 (long) ton (=2240 lbs) 1.016 tonnes 1 kilogram (=1000 g) 2.205 pounds
1 (short) ton (=2,000 lbs) 0.907 tonne 1 tonne (=1000 kg) 0.984 (long) ton
Temperature shall be in degrees Celsius, power in watts and irradiance in kWh/m2

etc.
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3. CIVIL WORKS
3.1 Excavation, Trenching and Backfilling
3.1.1 Scope
The work covered by this section of the Technical Specifications consists of furnishing all
plant, labor, equipment, appliances, and the materials for performing all operations in
connection with excavation, trenching and back-filling for water supply, sewerage and
structures including all incidental works necessary for excavation to the required depth
and dimensions in accordance with the applicable drawings, or as directed by the
Engineer. The work shall be carried out in complete conformity with the specifications,
set forth hereunder.
3.1.2 Setting Out
The Contractor shall set out the works in accordance with the dimensions, lines and
levels shown on the IFC Drawings. Where no precise positions or levels are shown on
the drawings, the works shall be set out by the Contractor to the positions and levels
determined by the Engineer's Representative as the work proceeds.
3.1.3 Clearing and Grubbing
The sites of all excavations shall be cleared of all shrubs, plants, bushes, large roots,
rubbish and other objectionable materials. All such materials shall be removed from site
of work or otherwise disposed of at no extra cost in a manner satisfactory to the
Engineer. All trees and shrubs that are designated by the Engineer to remain shall be
adequately protected and preserved in an approved manner.
3.1.4 Excavation
3.1.4.1 General
All excavation of whatever substance encountered shall be performed to the depths
indicated or as otherwise specified. During excavation, material suitable for back-filling
shall be stockpiled in an orderly manner at a sufficient distance from the banks of the
excavation to avoid overloading and to prevent sides from caving. All excavated material
unsuitable for backfill shall be removed and placed at a location approved by the
Engineer. Grading shall be done as may be necessary to prevent surface water from
flowing into the trenches or other excavations, and any water accumulated therein shall
be removed by pumping or by other approved methods. Unless otherwise indicated or
approved by the Engineer, excavation shall be open cut.
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3.1.4.2 Replaced Soil under Foundations

Material
Selected well graded granular material shall be used for filling beneath the structural
foundations. This material should meet the requirements of A-2-4 & A-3 (AASHTO soil
classification).
The suitability of the material shall be supported by adequate tests in the laboratory.
Equipment and Procedure

Suitable equipment shall be selected by the Contractor on the basis of field trials for
compaction. The contractor shall indicate his planning to carry out compaction in his
Method Statement for Engineer's approval before undertaking actual compaction. A test
section would be required to select the most suitable equipment, layer thickness,
moisture content, No. of passes etc.
Compaction Standard
The contractor shall place the material to be compacted in layers. Each layer shall be of
specified thickness and shall be compacted by the optimum number of passes as
explained in above section. Compaction less than 75% of relative density or 95% of
Modified Proctor Density shall not be acceptable.
Quality Control
Every compacted layer shall be tested for quality of compaction by performing in-situ
density tests. Sand replacement method of density measurement shall be used. The
evaluation of 75% relative density or 95% Modified Proctor Density shall be based on
measurement of maximum, minimum and maximum Modified Proctor Densities in the
laboratory. The frequency of this testing shall be instructed by the Engineer at the site.
3.1.5 Precautionary and Remedial Measures
3.1.5.1 Protection of Existing Facilities and Structures

The Contractor shall take every necessary precaution not to endanger the safety,
occupation or operation of any property, structures, installations or services in the vicinity
of his operations and shall observe any restrictions imposed by the Authority concerned
and the Engineer to this end. Should any such property, structures, installations or
services be endangered or damaged as a result of the Contractor's operations, he shall
immediately report any such danger or damage to the Engineer's Representative and
any Authority concerned and shall forthwith undertake remedial measures to the
satisfaction of the Engineer and the appropriate Authority without additional cost.
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3.1.5.2 Planking and Strutting

The Contractor shall provide at his own expense to the satisfaction of the Engineer all
timbering, poling, shoring, strutting and other approved supports to the sides of all
excavations, trenches and all other works in such a way as will be sufficient to secure
them from falling and to prevent any movement. All responsibilities connected with this
part of the work shall rest with the Contractor.
In removing timbering, shoring and strutting and all other supports from excavation and
trenches, special care shall be taken to avoid pressure on fresh concrete or any other
work until it is sufficiently safe to resist such pressure.
3.1.5.3 Dewatering
The Contractor shall build all drains and do ditching, pumping, well pointing, bailing, and
all other work necessary to keep the excavation clear of ground water, sewage and
storm water during the progress of the work and until the finished work is safe from
injury. All water pumped or drained from the work shall be disposed of in a manner
satisfactory to the Engineer and necessary precautions against flooding shall be taken.
The procedure for dewatering of subsoil water from excavation for the purpose of
construction of sewer lines and other structures shall be in accordance with the method
given below:
Dewatering of subsoil water from excavations of trenches and excavations for other
structures shall be arranged by an adequate process of well-pointing, bailing and/or
pumping or by any other suitable method approved by the Engineer on the basis of the
method (statement to be submitted by the Contractor).
If well-points are used then the following requirements shall be met with. Well-pointing
shall consist of bore holes, provided with necessary strainers, blind pipes and pumping
machinery, and these shall be of suitable size and depth and shall be located on both
sides of the trench and along the periphery of water level to a sufficient depth to keep the
excavations clear of subsoil water during the process of construction.
As a part of the work and at no extra cost, the Contractor shall provide all strainer pipes
and other requisite material, and boring tools and plant, etc. for the well pointing and
shall also provide pumping equipment as well as operating personnel, power, etc.
Dewatering of subsoil water shall be continuous process round the clock during the
progress of the work and until the finished work is safe, from injury to the complete
satisfaction of the Engineer's representative and any interruption in continuous pumping
and causing injury to the works done or under construction shall require the Contractor
to repair or rebuild the works to the entire satisfaction of the Engineer's representative at
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no extra cost. No extra payment shall be made to the Contractor for the disposal of
storm water and for dewatering in trenches and building structures less than 5 ft. depth.
3.1.5.4 Maintenance of Excavation
All excavation shall be properly maintained while open and exposed. Sufficient suitable
barricades, warning lights, flood lights, reflective signs, and similar items shall be
provided by the Contractor. The Contractor shall be responsible for any damage due to
his negligence
3.1.5.5 Surplus Materials
All surplus materials shall be disposed of at locations approved by the Engineer. The
disposal of surplus material shall not interfere with other works and shall not damage or
spoil other material. When it is necessary to haul earth or rock material over street or
pavement, the Contractor shall prevent such material from falling on the street or
pavement.
3.1.5.6 Cutting Pavement
In cutting or breaking street surfacing, the Contractor shall not use equipment which will
damage the adjacent pavement. Existing paved surfaces shall be cut back beyond the
edge of trenches to form neat square cuts. The road ballast, brick pavement, and other
materials shall be placed on one side and shall be preserved for reinstatement when the
trench is filled. Wherever necessary or required for the convenience of the public or
individual residents, at street crossings and at private driveways, the Contractor shall
provide suitable temporary bridges which shall be maintained in service until backfilling
has been completed. The Contractor shall keep the road crossings manned 24 hours per
day. During night time, enough red lights shall be provided to warn the traffic. If detour is
necessary, the Contractor shall make proper detour for the traffic and shall install signs 3
ft. x 4 ft. in size indicating the detour.
3.1.6 Transportation of Material

All carts, trucks or other vehicles used by the Contractor for transportation of the material
shall be suitably constructed or lined not to permit any leakage/spillage of soil while the
vehicles are on the move. These would be so loaded and arranged as not to spill on the
site and public roads. Whenever any vehicle so used is found leaking/spilling and
unsuitable, it shall be immediately withdrawn from the work on notification by the
Engineer.
3.1.7 Compacted Fill and Backfill
3.1.7.1 General
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After the completion of water and sewer lines, foundations, walls and other structures
below the elevation of the final grade, all voids shall be backfilled with suitable materials,
as specified below.
3.1.7.2 Backfilling for Structures
It would comprise returning and filling the selected excavated material around
foundations, and at back of walls etc., upto finished levels shown on the Drawings or as
required in layers not exceeding 6 inches, carefully rammed and consolidated (with
addition of water if required) so as to achieve a minimum relative density of 90% of
modified proctor test at optimum moisture content. No fill shall be made until the
concrete foundations and footings etc., have been inspected and approved by the
Engineer. Earth to be used for filling must be free of all the organic impurities, debris or
any other foreign matter. Earth which contains more than 1% of salts particularly
sulphates will not be used in filling.
3.1.7.3 Backfilling of Trenches
The trenches shall not be completely backfilled until all required pressure tests are
performed and until the water lines as installed conform to the requirements of
specifications. Where in the opinion of the Engineer, damage is likely to result from
withdrawing sheeting, shoring; the same shall be left in place and cut off at a level 1 ft.
below ground surface. Trenches shall be backfilled to the ground surface with selected
excavated material or other material that is suitable for proper compaction. Trenches
improperly backfilled shall be reopened to the depth required for proper compaction,
then refilled and compacted to the specified density. The surface shall be restored to its
original or better condition. Pavement and base course disturbed by trenching operations
shall be replaced.
3.1.7.4 Lower Portion of Trench
Backfill material below and around pipe shall be deposited in 6 inch maximum thickness
layers and compacted with suitable hand tampers to 90% of maximum density until there
is a cover of not less than 1 ft. over the pipe. The backfill material in this portion of trench
shall consist of sandy clay or other approved materials free from stones and lumps.
3.1.7.5 Remainder of Trench
The remainder of the trench portion above pipe shall be backfilled with material that is
free from stones larger than 6 inch in any dimension. Backfill material shall be
compacted to achieve a minimum relative density of 90% of modified proctor test at
optimum moisture content for cohesive soils and 95 percent of maximum density for
others.
3.1.8 Borrow
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In case of insufficiency of excavated material and un-suitability of earth for backfilling,

conforming to the above specifications, such material shall be brought from the source
approved by the Engineer.
3.1.9 Grading
After the completion of all backfilling operations, the Contractor shall grade the work
areas to the lines, grades and elevations shown on the drawings or as directed by the
Engineer. Finished grading shall not be done until the installation of all utilities or
appurtenance. All damage due to settlement shall be repaired by and at the expense of
the Contractor.
3.1.10 Testing of Soil in Place
The Engineer will make tests using the calibrated cone method/core cutter method to
determine the density of soil in place. If soil in place fails to meet the specified degree of
compaction the areas represented by the failing tests shall be removed, replaced and
compacted to the specified density in the manner directed by the Engineer and at no
additional cost to the Owner.
3.2 Concrete
3.2.1 Scope
This section covers the manufacture, forming, transporting, placing, stripping of forms,
finishing and curing of plain and reinforced normal concrete in the structures included
herein.
3.2.2 Specifications
Concrete work shall conform to all requirements of ACI 301-72, (Revised 1975),
Specifications for Structural Concrete for Buildings, except as modified by supplemental
requirements below. The Contractor shall submit, for the approval of the Engineer,
before commencement of any work, his Method Statement which would provide
complete details of the procedures and equipment to be used for the satisfactory
execution of the work. The approval of such Method Statement shall not relieve the
Contractor of any of his responsibilities under the Contract.
3.2.3 Composition and Quality

Concrete shall be composed of Portland cement, water, fine and coarse aggregates and
any admixtures as and when specified. The concrete mixes will be designed by the
Engineer who will determine the required quality of the concrete for the structures
covered by these Specifications. The desired strength of concrete for various parts of the
structures have been shown on the Drawings. Such concrete mixes shall not relieve the
Contractor of the responsibilities to achieve the desired strength of concrete for various
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parts of structures as specified in the Technical Specifications or shown on the Drawing

and to the full satisfaction of Engineer.
3.2.4 Cement
3.2.4.1 General
Cement shall be furnished in sacks or in bulk form as approved by the Engineer.
Unless otherwise permitted, cement from not more than two plants shall be used and in
general, the product from only one plant shall be used in any particular section of the
work. No cement recovered through cleaning sacks shall be used.
3.2.4.2 Portland Cement
Portland cement shall be indigenous stuff unless otherwise approved by the Engineer.
Portland cement shall conform to latest British Standard 12:1971, Specifications for
Portland Cement or to ASTM Designation C150- 74, Standard Specifications for
Portland Cement for Type I. Portland cement conforming to ASTM Designation C150-74,
Type II or IV may also be used in certain parts of work as directed by the Engineer.
3.2.4.3 Tests
Cement shall be sampled at storage site and tested from time to time at the discretion of
the Engineer in accordance with the ASTM Designation C150-74 or its equivalent British
Standards. Expenses for such tests shall be borne by the Contractor. If the tests prove
that the cement has become unsatisfactory, it shall be discarded and thrown as rejection
as directed and to the full satisfaction of the Engineer. Cement which has been in
storage at the project site longer than four months, shall not be used until retesting
proves it to be satisfactory.
3.2.4.4 Storage
Cement shall be stored in dry, weather tight and properly ventilated structure. All storage
facilities shall be subject to approval and shall be such as to permit easy access for
inspection and identification of each consignment. Sufficient cement from a single source
shall be in storage at the work site to complete any lift of concrete stored. Adequate
storage capacity shall be furnished to provide sufficient cement to meet the peak needs
of the project. Cement in sacks shall be stored on a damp proof floor and shall not be
piled to a height exceeding 6 feet.
The Contractor shall use cement in the approximate chronological order in which it is
received at the site. All empty sacks shall be promptly disposed of as permitted and
directed by the Engineer so as to avoid any confusion in use of quantity of cement.
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Cement storage facilities shall be emptied and cleaned by the Contractor when so
directed, however the interval between required cleaning normally will not be less than
four months.
Suitable, accurate scale shall be provided by the Contractor for weighing the cement in
stores and elsewhere on the work, if required, and he shall also furnish all necessary test
weights.
3.2.4.5 Delivery and Usage Record
Accurate records of receipts of cement at site and its use in the work shall be kept by the
Contractor. Copies of these records shall be supplied to the Engineer in such a form as
he may require.
3.2.5 Aggregates
Materials used as aggregates shall be obtained from sources known e.g
Margalla/Shaheenabad/Sikhanwali to produce satisfactory results for the different
classes of concrete. The use of aggregates from sources which have not been approved
by the Engineer shall not be permitted.
3.2.5.1 Fine Aggregate for Concrete
Fine aggregate for all the classes of concrete shall be well graded natural sand, stone
screenings or other inert material of similar characteristics or a combination of these. The
whole of it shall be perfectly clean, free from coagulated lumps, soft and flaky particles,
shale alkali, organic matter, loam mica and injurious amount of other deleterious
substances. Maximum allowable content of silt and other deleterious inert substances is
5 percent by washing. Material derived from stone unsuitable for coarse aggregate shall
not be used as fine aggregate. Fine aggregate derived from stone screenings shall be
sharp, cubical, hard, dense and durable and shall be stacked on a platform so as to
adequately protect it from dust and other admixtures.
Grading for the above specified fine aggregate shall be within the following limits, as
determined by the Owner:-
Sieve Size Percentage Passing (Dry Weight)
3/8 inches 100

No. 4 95 to 100
No. 8 80 to 90
No. 16 50 to 85
No. 30 25 to 60
No. 50 10 to 30
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No. 100 2 to 10
Fine aggregate for class D (1000 psi) concrete may be good quality bank run sand
obtained from the River in vicinity. It shall be clean natural material graded from fine to
coarse, free from lumps, clay, cinder, ashes, rubbish and other debris. It shall not contain
more than 5 percent of material finer than No. 200 mesh screen, not more than 5 percent
remaining on No. 4 sieve; all material shall pass through 3/8" screen.
3.2.5.2 Coarse Aggregate for Concrete
Coarse aggregate for the first 3 classes of concrete shall consist of quarried or crushed
stone/river run gravel or inert material or a combination of these, with maximum size of
3/4 inch and shall be clean, hard durable, sound, cubical and well shaped, free from soft
or friable matter, or thin elongated pieces, alkali, organic matter or injurious amounts of
other deleterious substances. Deleterious inert matter shall not exceed 3 percent.
Grading for above specified coarse aggregate shall be within the following limits:-
Sieve Size Percentage Passing (Dry Weight)
1 inch 100
3/4inch 90 to 100
1/2 inch 20 to 55
3/8 inch 0 to 10
#-4 0 to 5
Coarse aggregates for Class D (1000 psi) concrete shall be broken stone or river run
gravel from dense hard stone, or boulders. The stone or gravel should not be porous or
slaty it must be free from earth, sand or other foreign matters. The broken aggregate or
gravel shall be of the prescribed size for the class D (1000 psi). The broken aggregate or
gravel shall be of max. Size 1 inch or 1 1/2 inches and not contain any thing which will
pass through No.4 sieve.
3.2.5.3 Storage of Aggregate

Each class of aggregate is to be stored separately and the Contractor is to provide
means of ensuring that aggregates are stored on a suitable hard clean surface or
platform to prevent contamination from the ground.
3.2.5.4 Proportions of Coarse and Fine Aggregates
The nominal ratio of the Volume of coarse aggregate to the volume of fine aggregate
shall be decided by compression test of concrete cubes or cylinders to be furnished by
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the Contractor but the Owner may order these ratios to be varied slightly according to
the grading of the aggregates by weight, if necessary, so as to produce required grading.
Engineer can get the tests carried out at Contractor's cost.
At the beginning of the work and where there is any change in the coarse or fine
aggregates or in their source of supply, the Contractor is to have a series of tests on
cubes/cylinders made representative of and marked as to the aggregates and their
grading and mix of concrete. Such cubes are to be tested in the laboratory under
identical conditions, except for small variations in the relative proportions of the coarse
and fine aggregates up and down from the best proportions derived from the sieve
analysis. The cubes etc. are to be tested at 7 days.
3.2.5.5 Water
Water for washing aggregates and for mixing and curing concrete shall be clean and free
from injurious amounts of oil, acid, alkali, salt, organic matter, or other deleterious
substances as determined by standard tests selected by the Engineer. It shall meet the
following chemical requirements:
Chlorides such as sodium chloride Max 3000ppm

Sulphates such as sodium sulphate Max 2000ppm
Impurities Max 2000ppm
Metled Salt Max 25000ppm
The water for curing concrete should not have pH value lower than 5 and shall not
contain impurities which cause discoloration of concrete.
3.2.6 Concrete Mix Requirements
3.2.6.1 Strength
The concrete shall be one of four different classes to be paid for at their respective unit
prices designated. The numerical classifications refer to the approximate proportions of
cement, fine aggregate and coarse aggregate, according to the common practice.
However, the actual concrete mix requirement shall consist of proportioning and mixing
for the following strengths when tested in the form 6" cubes, 3 for 7 days and 3 for 28
days test shall be made for each class of concrete. The cubes are to be made, cured,
stored, transported and tests are to be carried out at a testing laboratory approved by the
Engineer. All such tests shall be at the cost of the Contractor.
Cylinder (Min) Compressive Tentative

Concrete Strength Cube (Min) Compressive Strength
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Tested at Tested at Tested at Ratio
Class 7 days 28 days 28 days
A: 2000 psi 3000 psi 4000 psi 1:1-1/2:3
B: 1600 psi 2400 psi 3000 psi 1:2:4
C: 1000 psi 1600 psi 2000 psi 1:3:6
No strength
D: requirements 800 psi 1000 psi 1:4:8
3.2.7 Water Cement Ratio

The water-cement ratio is the ratio of the weight of water in the mix to the weight of
cement therein. Water content shall be sufficient to produce a workable mix of the
specified strength but the total water content shall be governed by the following table:-
Concrete Maximum Permissible Total Water Demand
Class (Imperial) Gallons per 112 pounds of cement
A: 6.0
B: 7.5
C: 8.0
D: No requirements
3.2.7.1 Consistency
Proportions of ingredients shall vary to achieve the desired concrete consistencies when
tested, conforming to the following slump requirements or as desired by the Engineer:
Use of Concrete Minimum and Maximum Slump (inch)
Normally reinforced sections compacted by vibration, hand

1 to 3
Compacted mass concrete.
Heavily reinforced concrete sections compacted by vibration,

hand Compacted concrete In normally rein-forced slabs,
beams, colums and walls.
2 to 4
Compacted concrete in normally rein-forced slabs, beams, columns and walls.

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In all cases, the proportions of aggregates for concrete shall be such as to produce
mixes which will work readily into the corners and angles of the forms and around the
reinforcement without permitting the segregation of materials or liateance. Uniformity in
concrete consisting from batch to batch shall be ensured.
3.2.8 Mixing Methods

The concrete shall be mixed in an approved mechanically operated batch mixer. The
mixer, its hopper and working platforms shall be protected from rain and wind.
The aggregates and cement shall be mixed together before adding water until the
concrete is of even colour and consistency throughout. Dirt and other undesirable
substances shall be excluded. Water shall not be added indiscriminately from a hose or
can. All concrete shall be thoroughly mixed by a modern reliable batch mixer to produce
maximum output of concrete necessary to complete the work within the specified time
without reducing the required mixing time. Concrete shall be mixed in the concrete
mixers for the duration required for uniform distribution of the ingredients to produce a
homogeneous mass of consistent colour but for not less than 1 1/2 minutes. The mixer
shall be operated by trained operators, who have previous experience of running and
operation of concrete mixers.
At the conclusion of mixing, the mixer and all handling plants shall be thoroughly cleaned
out before the concrete remaining in them has had time to set.
No concrete shall be mixed by hand without the Engineer's written consent, and such
consent shall be given only for small quantities under special circumstances.
3.2.9 Test of Concrete
3.2.10 Strength Test during the Work

Strength tests of the concrete placed during the course of the work will be made by the
Engineer in an approved laboratory at the Contractor's expenses. The Contractor shall
assist the Engineer in obtaining, for control purposes, such number of cylinders or cubes
as the Engineer may direct, but in general, three beams taken from each 2650 cu.ft. or
fraction thereof, or from each days pour, whichever is less, of each class of concrete
placed, shall govern. Test specimen will be made and cured by the Engineer in
accordance with the applicable requirement of ASTM Designation C31-69, Standard
Method of Making and Curing Concrete Compressive and Flexural Test Specimens in
the Field.
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Cubes and beams will be tested by the Engineer in accordance with the applicable
requirements of ASTM Designation C39-72, Standard Method of Test for Compressive
Strength of Cubical Concrete Specimens and ASTM Designation C78-64, Standard
Method of Test for Flexural Strength of concrete (Using Simple Beam with Third Point
Loading). The test result will be based on the average of the strength of the test
specimens except that if one specimen in a set of three shows manifest evidence of
improper sampling, moulding, or testing, the test result will be based on the average of
the remaining two specimens. If two specimens out of a set of three show such defects,
the results of the set will be discarded and average strength determined from test results
of the other two sets. The standard age of test will be 28 days, but 7 day tests may be
used at the discretion of the Engineer, based on the relation between the 7 days and 28
days strengths of the concrete as established by tests for the materials and proportions
used. If the average of the strength test of three specimen cured under laboratory
controls, for any portion of the work, falls below the minimum allowable compressive or
flexural strength at 28 days required for the class of concrete used in that portion, the
Engineer may change the proportions of the constituents of the concrete, as necessary
to secure the required strength for the remaining portions of the work. If the average
strength of the specimens cured under actual field conditions as specified herein before
falls below the minimum allowable strength, the Engineer will make such changes in the
conditions for temperature and moisture under which the concrete work is being placed
and cured as may be necessary to secure the required strength.
3.2.11 Conveying of Concrete
Concrete shall be conveyed from mixer to the place of final deposit as rapidly as
practicable, by methods which will prevent segregation or loss of ingredients and in
accordance with latest edition of ACI Code Recommended Practice for Measuring,
Mixing, Transporting and Placing Concrete.
Any wet batch hopper through which the concrete passes shall be conical in shape.
There shall be no vertical drop greater than 5 ft. except where suitable equipment is
provided to prevent segregation and where specifically authorized. Belt conveyers,
chutes, or other similar equipment will not be permitted either for conveying concrete
except where the use of such equipment is approved in writing by the Engineer, in
advance of any use. Each type or class of concrete shall be visually identified by placing
a coloured tag or marker on the bucket as it leaves the mixing plant so that the concrete
may be positively identified and placed in the structure forms in the desired position.
3.2.12 Placing
3.2.12.1 General
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Concrete placing shall follow the Recommended Practice for Measuring, Mixing,
Transporting and Placing Concrete, latest ACI Code requirement. No concrete shall be
placed until all formwork, reinforcement, installation of parts to be embedded, bracing of
forms and preparation of surface involved in the placing and the method of placement
have been approved by the Engineer. Approval of the method of placement proposed
will not relieve the Contractor of his responsibility for its adequacy and he shall remain
solely responsible for the satisfactory construction of all work under the Contract.
Before concrete is placed, all surfaces upon or against which concrete is to be placed
shall be free from standing water, mud, debris or loose material. All surfaces of form and
embedded material that have become encrusted with dried mortar or grout from
concrete previously placed shall be cleaned of all such mortar or grout before the
surrounding or adjacent concrete is placed. The surfaces of absorptive material against
or upon which concrete is to be placed shall be moistened thoroughly so that the
moisture will not be drawn from the freshly placed concrete. Concrete shall be worked
into the corners and angles of the forms and around all reinforcement and embedded
items without permitting the materials to its final position in the forms. The depositing of
concrete shall be regulated so that the concrete may be effectively compacted with a
minimum of lateral movement into horizontal layers approximately 1.5 ft. in thickness. No
concrete that has partially been hardened or contaminated by foreign materials shall be
deposited in the structure, nor shall retampered concrete be used unless approved by
the Engineer. The surfaces of construction joints shall be kept continuously wet for at
least eighteen hours during the twenty four hours period prior to placing concrete except
as otherwise directed by the Engineer. All free water shall be removed and the
construction joint shall be completely surface dry prior to approval all concrete placing
equipment and methods shall be subject to approval. Concrete placement will not be
permitted, when in the opinion of the Engineer weather conditions prevent proper
placement and consolidation.
3.2.13 Compacting Concrete

All concrete, except that in blinding layers and in- situ-concrete in very small sections,
shall be compacted by vibration. After any necessary hand spading, working and
ramming into place, each layer of concrete shall be compacted with mechanical
immersion vibrators of types approved by the Engineer. The immersion vibrators shall
produce a vibration frequency of not less than 6000 impulses per minute. Under no
circumstances shall the immersion vibrators be allowed to come into contact with
reinforcement or shuttering. Immersion vibrators shall penetrate vertically for a few
inches into any previous unset layer in order to establish a satisfactory bond, but no
concrete shall be vibrated in such a manner as to cause injury to concrete (already set or
otherwise) in other parts of works. Care shall be taken to keep the vibrators vertical, to
insert them at regular intervals and withdraw them slowly to prevent the formation of
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voids, so that the entire mass of the concrete is properly compacted. Haphazard or
random penetration of the vibrators without sufficient depth of insertion shall be avoided.
A sufficient number of vibrators shall be used to ensure compaction of each batch of
concrete before the next batch is delivered. At least one extra vibrator shall be in hand
for emergency use.
Vibration shall be supplemented by hand punning with approved small-diameter smooth

steel rods with rounded ends in order to achieve complete compaction around
reinforcement and other embedded fittings and a completely dense mortar finish against
the shuttering.
Excessive vibration shall be avoided and vibration shall not be continued after a good
surface finish, without free water, has been achieved. Vibration and punning shall be just
sufficient to produce a dense, homogeneous concrete properly filling the moulds and
free from air voids, segregation, bleeding, honey combing and other imperfections. Only
highly skilled operators and workmen, subject to constant supervision, shall be employed
in vibrating and punning concrete.
3.2.13.1 Time Interval between Mixing and Placing

Concrete mixed in stationary mixers and transported by non-agitating equipment shall be
placed within thirty minutes after it has been mixed, unless otherwise authorized. When
a truck mixer or agitator is used for transporting concrete, the concrete shall be delivered
to the site of the work and discharge shall be completed within 1 1/2 hours after
introduction of the cement to the aggregates. The concrete shall be placed within 20
minutes after it has been discharged. In all cases, concrete shall be placed and
compacted well within the initial setting time.
3.2.14 Concrete Finishes
Concrete fishes shall be made in accordance with the provision of ACI 301-8 or as
directed by the Engineer
Workmanship in shuttering and concreting shall be such that concrete work shall
normally require retouching and the surfaces being dense, watertight and where steel
shuttering has been used, perfect and smooth. Should there be faults in these respects,
the Contractor shall cut out and replace the whole of the lift concerned or such amount
as the Engineer decides, or make good if permitted by the Engineer and to his approval.
Concrete which is honey-combed or otherwise shows voids shall invariably be cut out
and replaced in an approved manner as suggested by the Engineer.
Any making good shall be carried out immediately after striking the shuttering and shall
be restricted to light rubbing down with wet carborundum or the approved correction of
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minor blemishes. In no circumstances shall surfaces be made good with cement or

washes or rendering.
Exposed concrete surfacing not requiring shuttering and not subsequently to be given
extra finishes shall be given perfectly dense smooth finish with a wooden float.
Where concrete slabs, ducts, bases or machine plinths will themselves form the finished
floor surface the concrete shall be troweled immediately after the first laying process only
just sufficiently to give a level surface. Thereafter, when the concrete has stiffened to a
condition such that a hard compacted surface can be obtained without bringing up
laitance, a final surface troweling shall be given with a steel float to produce a smooth
finish.
3.2.15 Concrete and Weather

No concrete shall be placed when the atmospheric temperature is below 15 degree
centigrade without the written permission of the Engineer. When directed by the
Engineer the Contractor shall provide adequate means for maintaining a temperature of
not less than 20 degree centigrade for 3 days or 15 degree centigrade for five days after
placing the concrete.
If Rapid-Hardening Portland Cement is used, the period may be reduced as directed by

the Engineer.
The Contractor shall supply such heating apparatus as stoves salamanders or steam
equipment and the necessary fuel. When dry heat is used, means of maintaining
atmospheric moisture shall be provided. All aggregates and mixing water shall be heated
to temperature of at least 20 degree centigrade, but not more than 75 degree centigrade,
the aggregates may be heated by either steam or dry heat, if permitted by the Engineer
the torch method of heating mixed aggregate shall be such as to heat the mass
uniformly and avoid spots which will burn the materials. The temperature of the concrete
shall be not less than 10 degree centigrade at time of placing in the forms.
In case of extremely low temperature, the Engineer may, at his discretion, raise the
minimum limiting temperature of water, aggregates and mixed concrete. When the
shade temperature is above 32 degree centigrade, special precautions shall be
observed during concreting to the satisfaction of the Engineer. Concreting will be
permitted when it is not raining. Thermometer shall be kept at the Site by the Contractor.
3.2.16 Curing of Concrete
Unless otherwise specified or ordered by the Engineer all concrete shall be cured by
water. It shall be kept wet continuously for at least fourteen days after placement. It shall
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be covered with water saturated material like gunny bags, canvas, clean sand, matting,
etc. or any other improved method duly approved by the Engineer.
In order that tensile stresses on the cooling of concrete shall be kept to a minimum, all
materials shall be as cool as practicable when mixed and placed. To this end,
aggregates shall be covered, coarse aggregates shall be cooled with water and mixing
plant etc., water storage tanks and pipelines shall be covered or insulated from the
effects of the sun. The temperature of concrete on placing shall in no case exceed 32
degree Centigrade.
Concrete shall be placed only against surfaces which are damp and no such work shall
be started until arrangements for keeping the shuttering continuously cool and wet are in
place. Shuttering and exposed faces of concrete and mortar shall be covered by at least
3 thicknesses of approved stout hessian kept continuously cool and wet by an efficient
and comprehensive system of sprinklers and diffused jets of water, with appropriate
temporary drainage arrangements, for at least 14 days after placing.
As an alternative to continuous curing with water after stripping of shuttering a

proprietary membranes method of curing may be used provided that it is used strictly in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, is coloured to show its presence,
contains no bituminous substance, does not prejudice the appearance of permanently
exposed concrete surfaces and is in all other respects to the approval of the Engineer.
Wherever practicable, both faces of concrete structures shall be appropriately treated in
order to prevent tensile stresses due to differential shrinkage or temperature across the
section. Furthermore, the Contractor shall continue to provide facilities for covering
and/or keeping wet such exposed surfaces of the Work as are, in the opinion of the
Engineer liable at any time to be damaged by weather.
At no time shall any further work involving concrete proceed until the Contractor has
satisfied the Engineer that all such work previously carried out is being protected and
cured in accordance with this clause.
3.2.17 Concrete in Excavation and Filling
Before concrete is placed in or against any excavation or filling, the surface of such
earthwork shall have been compacted and shall be free from running and standing
water, oil and other deleterious matter. Loose earth and other material shall be removed.
The excavation or filling shall be damp but not wet and special precautions shall be
taken to prevent groundwater from damaging unset concrete or causing movement of
the concrete.
Immediately after the excavation or filling has been trimmed and prepared as above, the
exposed foundation shall be protected by a blinding layer or "No-fines" concrete or of
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cement mortar or other protection as shown on the Drawings or ordered by the

Engineer. Such blinding layers and coatings shall be thoroughly cleaned and moistened
before further concrete work is placed thereon.
Reinforced concrete shall not be cast against an unprotected face of earth or any other
material liable to become loose or to slip; the greatest possible care shall be taken to
avoid falls of material on to the concrete, by leaving the timbering in place (if permitted)
or by removing the timbering in small depths and lengths at a time and by any other
approved means. If any such falls occur, all soiled concrete shall be removed and
replaced at Contractor's own cost.
3.2.18 Shuttering
The Contractor shall submit, for the approval of the Engineer full proposals and design
calculations for all shuttering and proposals for the period of time to elapse before each
item of the shuttering is struck. Notwithstanding the approval of the Engineer to any
actual shuttering or proposals for its striking, the Contractor shall retain complete
responsibility for its adequacy as to the provisions of this clause and for any
consequences of the striking being premature or harmful. In general the minimum time
for the removal of form work shall be as under:-
Form Work Removal Time Normal Weather
above 15oC
Form work of vertical

surfaces such as Beams
side walls and columns 4 days 2 days
b) Slabs, props left under 10 days 5 days
c) Props to slab 14 days 10 days
 Beam soffits, prop
left under 14 days 7 days
c) Removal of props to Beams 21 days 21 days
Shuttering shall be designed with easily sealed access hatches for inspection purposes
and for removal of water and deleterious materials, and with connections to facilitate
striking without damaging the concrete. Shuttering for soffits of slabs shall be erected
with an upward camber of 1/4" for each 10 feet of span. When props are to be left in
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position under slabs the shuttering shall be made and removed in such a way that the
props are not disturbed in any way.
A tolerance of plus or minus 1/8 inch in line or level will normally be permitted after
erection of the shuttering which shall nevertheless be sufficiently strong, stiff and rigidly
braced against loads due to the wet concrete and vibration and against constructional
loads, to remain true to the line and level accepted before concreting. It shall be
sufficiently watertight to ensure that there shall occur no "fine" or escape of mortar at
joints or of liquid from the concrete.
All exterior angles for concrete work not permanently buried in the ground shall be given
3/4" x 3/4" chamfers unless otherwise indicated on the Drawings.
Timber for shuttering shall be well seasoned, free from loose knots, splits, projecting
nails and the like and from any adhering foreign matter.
Steel shuttering shall be used to produce a fair face concrete with only a faint but
consistent pattern of plate marks on exposed concrete surfaces. The shuttering shall be
assembled from wrought tongued and grooved boarding, true and tightly fitted with joints
as necessary, the whole surface and all edges being rendered smooth before and after
oiling. Bearing in mind the quality of the finish required, wrought, plain-edged and butt-
joint boarding may replace the tongued and grooved boarding or purpose-made steel-
faced shutters of first-class quality may be used, solely at the discretion of the Engineer.
Rough shuttering shall be used for surfaces to be buried in the ground and shall be
assembled from sawn boards with smooth and true edges or from approved steel
shutters. In either case all joints shall be suitably filled.
The inside faces of all shuttering shall be treated with an approved material to prevent
adhesion of the concrete, all such materials being kept clear of the reinforcement and
other items to be embedded.
Shuttering shall be struck by static force alone without shock and vibration causing any
damage to the concrete. Shuttering being reused shall be thoroughly repaired and
cleaned before re-assembly.
3.2.19 Water Stopper's
3.2.19.1 Scope
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The work to be done under this item consists of providing and installing PVC/Metal water
stops as shown on the Drawings or as directed by the Engineer.
Polyvinylchloride Water Stopper
Polyvinylchloride waterstops shall be extruded from an elastomeric plastic compound,

the basic resin of which shall be polyvinylchloride (PVC) The compound shall contain
such additional resins, plasticizers, stabilizers or other materials needed to ensure that
when the material is compounded and extruded to the shapes and dimensions shown, it
will have physical characteristics when tested by the U.S. Corps of Engineers Tested
Method specified below:-
No. of
USCE Test
Specimens Requirement
Method
Tested
5 1750 psi 568
5 350% 573
5 -35oF 570
3 400 psi 571
Physical Characteristics
Tensile strength using die III, not less than
Ultimate elongation using die III, not less than Low temperature brittleness, no sign of
failure such as cracking or chipping at Stiffness in flexure, 1/2 inch span, not less
than Installation
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The PVC Water stops shall be laid in continuous lengths. Splices in the continuity or at
the intersections of runs of PVC water stops shall be performed by heat sealing the
adjacent surfaces in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations or as
directed by the Engineer. A thermostatically controlled electric source of heat shall be
used to make all splices. The correct temperature at which splices should be made will
differ with the material used but should be sufficient to melt but not char the plastic. After
splicing, a remolding iron with ribs and corrugations to match the pattern of the waterstop
shall be used to reform the ribs at the splice. The continuity of the characteristic
components of the cross section of the waterstop design (ribs, tubular center axis,
protrusions, and the like) shall be maintained across the splice.
Metal Water stoppers
Copper, stainless steel and steel water-stoppers shall be installed in joints at the
locations shown on the Drawings. The thickness, shape, dimensions and splicing of
metal water-stoppers shall be as shown on the Drawings or as approved by the
Engineer.
3.2.20 Steel Reinforcement
3.2.20.1 Scope
The work to be done under these items shall include furnish, cut, bend, and place all
steel reinforcement as indicated on the Drawings or otherwise required. All
reinforcement when surrounding concrete is placed shall be free from loose, flaky rust,
and scale, and free from oil grease or other coating which might destroy or reduce its
bond with the concrete. All placing shall be in accordance with Drawings furnished or
approved. The use of reinforcement for the transmission of current for welding will not be
permitted. All reinforcement, including dowels, remaining exposed in the work shall be
suitably protected until embedded in concrete.
3.2.20.2 Cutting and Bending
Steel reinforcement may be mill or field cut and bent. All bending shall be in accordance
with standard approved practice and by approved machine methods. When bending is
required, it shall be performed prior to embedding the bars in the concrete. In all such
cases, the bars shall be cold bent. Bending or straightening of bars partially embedded
in set concrete shall not be permitted except in isolated cases where corrective action or
a field change is required and is specifically approved by the Engineer.
3.2.20.3 Quality
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Concrete reinforcement bars shall be of following quality:

Intermediate grade Steel: It shall be deformed bars conforming to ASTM 615-81 (a,b)
grade 40/ grade 60 or equivalent having a minimum yield strength of 40,000 psi/ 60,000
psi. The Contractor shall provide labour, materials, arrange measuring and testing
facilities to ascertain quality, weight or quantity of steel at his own expense, No steel
shall be incorporated in the Works without prior approval of the Engineer.
3.2.20.4 Spacing of Bars
The spacing of bars shall be as shown on the Drawings or as directed by the Engineer.
The variation from indicated spacing, provided that the total area of reinforcement is in
accordance with the Drawings, shall not be more than 1 inch.
3.2.20.5 Relation of Bars to Concrete Surface
The cover of all main reinforcement shall conform to the dimensions shown on the
Drawings. The protective covering shall not be less than, and shall not exceed more than
1/4" from the values specified on the Drawings, indicate the clear distance from the edge
of the main reinforcement to the concrete surface. The concrete covering of stirrups
spacer bars, and similar secondary reinforcement may be reduced by the diameter of
such bars.
3.2.20.6 Splicing
Except as otherwise shown on the Drawings or specified herein, all splices, lengths of
laps, splice locations, placement and embedment of reinforcement shall conform to the
applicable requirements of American Concrete Institute 318-77, Building Code
Requirements for Reinforced Concrete. All splices and locations of laps in reinforcement
shall be as shown on the Drawings or as directed by the Engineer. Additional bar splices
shall be provided as required, subject to approval of the Engineer. Lapped ends of bars
may be placed in contact and securely wired or may be separated sufficiently to permit
the embedment of the entire surface of each bars by butt-welding or by approved
mechanical methods such as the Cadweld splice or other type splice using positive
connectors shall be adopted where indicated or directed by the Engineer. Butt welding of
reinforcing bars, where indicated or directed shall conform to the requirements of
American Welding Society's Recommended Practice for Welding Reinforcing Steel,
Metal Inserts and Connections, D.12.1. Concrete shall be protected from heat during
welding operations.
3.2.20.7 Supports
All reinforcement shall be secured in place by use of metal or concrete supports,
spacers, or ties, as approved by the Engineer. Such supports shall be of sufficient
strength to maintain the reinforcement in place throughout the concreting operation. The
supports shall be used in such a manner that they will discoloration or deterioration of
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the concrete. Concrete supports shall be manufactured of the same concrete mix as
used in the structure to be concreted.
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3.3 Brick and Cement Concrete Block Work

3.3.1 Scope
This section consists of construction of brick/ cement concrete block work walls of any
thickness with first class hand-mould and/or machine pressed bricks/cement concrete
blocks with the specified ratio of cement mortar in foundation, plinth superstructure or for
any other structure as directed by the Engineer, or shown in the Bid Schedule. The
Contractor shall furnish all materials and all other requirements to produce finished
brick/block work. Brick/block work and materials for brick/block work shall be in strict
accordance with this section of the specifications and applicable drawings and subject to
the terms and conditions of the Contract.
3.3.2 Materials
3.3.2.1 Portland Cement

Portland cement shall conform to the stipulations and requirements set forth in Section
"CONCRETE".
3.3.2.2 Mortar Sand
Sand for mortar used in construction of brickwork/blockwork required under these
Specifications shall be furnished by the Contractor in accordance with the provisions and
in conformity with the stipulations and requirements of ASTM Designation C144-70 or
latest revision and shall have a fineness modulus between 1.6 and 2.5.
3.3.2.3 Water
The water used in the preparation of mortar shall be free from objectionable quantities of
silt, organic matter, alkali salts and other impurities and it will be tested in accordance
with BS-3148 and approved by the Engineer at the Contractor's cost.
3.3.2.4 Aggregate
Aggregates for mortar shall comply with the requirements of ASTM C144. Sand that has
been in contact with seawater shall not be used unless it has been thoroughly washed to
the satisfaction of the Engineer.
3.3.2.5 Additives
Additives where used, shall be proprietary products used in the proportions and manner
recommended by the manufacturer. The additives shall in no way adversely affect the
mortar strength or contain chemicals, which may e harmful to other building materials.
To add gypsum to cement is strictly forbidden.
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3.3.3 Mortar and Grout

Materials for mortar, sand binding agent and water shall be mixed by volume for at least
3 minutes with the minimum amount of water to produce a correctly mixed mortar or
grout of workable consistency in a mechanical batch mixer. For small jobs, hand mixing
may be permitted, the ingredients being mixed with sufficient water to produce a
correctly mixed workable mortar. Mortar used in masonry construction shall conform to
ASTM C-270 standard.
Mortars shall be mixed in batches, which can be used within a period before the setting
process commences. Once a mix begins drying off, it shall be rejected. No ingredients
shall be added to it once the setting process has begun. Mortar shall not be retained for
more than 30 minutes and shall be constantly worked over with hoe or shovel until used.
3.3.4 Mortar Batching
Methods or equipment used for mixing mortar shall be such as will accurately determine
and control the amount of each separate ingredient entering into the mortar and shall be
subject to the approval of the Engineer. If a mixer is used it shall be of approved design
and the mixing time after the ingredients are in the mixer, except for the full amount of
water, shall not be less than two minutes.
Mortar shall be mixed only in sufficient quantities for immediate use and all mortar not
used within 30 minutes after addition of water to the mix shall be wasted. Retampering of
mortar shall not be allowed. Mixing pans and troughs shall be thoroughly cleaned and
washed at the end of each day's work.
3.3.5 Scaffolding
Contractor shall provide safe scaffolding of adequate strength for use of workmen at all
levels and heights at his own expense. Scaffolding which is unsafe in the opinion of the
Engineer shall not be used until it has strengthened and made safe for use of workmen.
Cost of scaffolding etc., shall be included by the Contractor in the unit rate for masonry
items.
Damage to masonry from scaffolding or from any other object shall be repaired by the
Contractor at his own cost.
3.3.6 Jointing
Jointing is the forming of joints as work proceeds. Joints shall be as follows:
a) Exterior exposed joints shall be tightly formed to a weather joint with the point of
the trowel.
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b) Interior exposed joints shall be tightly formed to a concave joints.

Joints which are subsequently covered with plaster or other finish materials shall be
struck flush.
3.3.7 Bricks
The bricks used shall be of standard size (9"x4.5"x3") first class well burnt, uniform in
shape, size, texture and colour and should produce a ringing sound when struck. The
bricks shall be free from flaws, cracks, chips, stone nodules of lime or kan-kar or any
other
blemishes. The brick shall not absorb more than one sixth of its weight when soaked in
water for one hour. Compressive strength shall not be less than of 1400 psi. Bricks over
burnt, under burnt vitrified and irregular shall not be used. Bricks of uniform size shall be
used throughout the work and source of supply shall not be diversified.
3.3.7.1 Soaking
Before use all bricks shall be soaked in clean water in tanks or pits for at-least two hours.
3.3.7.2 Laying of Bricks
All brickwork shall be skillfully laid with level courses, uniform joints, square corners,
plumb verticals and true surfaces except when otherwise shown on the Drawings or
directed by the Engineer. Brickwork will be of best standard of workmanship obtainable
and objectionable offsets in the brickwork shall be avoided. Smoothest practicable
finished surface of the brickwork shall be ensured. Unless otherwise specified bricks
shall be laid in English Bond with frogs (Manufacturer's marks) upward.
All horizontal joints shall be parallel and truly level. Vertical joints in alternate coarses
shall come directly over one another. Thickness of joints unless otherwise specified shall
not be less than 1/4 of an inch and not more than 3/8 of an inch. The height of 4 coarses
and 3 joints as laid shall not exceed by more than 1 inch the height of 4 bricks as piled
one upon the other.
3.3.7.3 Curing
All brick work involving use of cement shall be cured by water curing or other acceptable
methods. The Engineer shall approve all methods and operations of the Contractor in
curing different portions of work.
When curing by water brickwork shall be kept wet for at least 14 days by covering with
water saturated materials or by a system of perforated pipes, mechanical sprinklers,
porous hose and ponding or by any other approved method which will keep all surfaces
to be cured continuously wet. Water used for curing shall meet the requirements given in
Clause 1.3.2 of these specifications.
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3.4 Surface Rendering

3.4.1 Scope
The work covered by this part of the Specifications consists of supplying all materials,
labour and equipment, appliances in performing all operations required for doing the
work of cement plastering, pointing, and white washing in accordance with the herein
stated requirements except when specifically modified by the Engineer.
3.4.2 Cement Plaster
3.4.2.1 General
The work to be carried out under this item shall consist of providing 1/2" thick plaster in
grey cement as specified below. The work shall be carried out in accordance with
applicable requirements of British Code of practice 211:1966 or latest revision.
3.4.2.2 Materials
• Cement
All cement required for incorporation in this Section shall conform to the applicable
requirements of Section "CONCRETE"
• Sand
The sand shall be of medium to coarse grain and having a fineness modulus varying
between 1.10 and 1.50 obtained from an approved quarry e.g. Lawrencepur/Local. The
material shall be free from clay, vegetable matters and other impurities. Sand bearing
clay shall be washed at the discretion of the Engineer.
• Water
Water required for cement sand paste and curing purposes shall conform to applicable
requirements of Section "CONCRETE".
3.4.2.3 Mortar Composition

Mortar for plastering shall consist of one part of Portland cement to 3 parts of sand by
volume.
3.4.2.4 Material Batching
Material batching for preparation of mortar shall conform to stipulations and
requirements set for in the Section "BRICK AND CEMENT CONCRETE BLOCK
WORK".
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3.4.2.5 Application of Plaster

The surface on which plaster is to be applied shall in case of brick work, be properly
raked and wetted before application of plaster. Plaster shall be applied in a thickness of
1/2". If the specified thickness sis more than 1/2" then plaster shall be applied in two
coats viz rendering coat and the final coat. Plaster shall be carried out to the full length of
the wall or to the natural points. Vertical or horizontal joints which show themselves shall
not be allowed. Rendering coat shall be roughened with waving lines drawn by wire
brushes to provide bond for the final coat and it shall be properly moistened before
application of subsequent coat. The final coat shall be finished with floats to provide
smooth and uniform surface. All arises shall be straight and either truly horizontal or
perpendicular and finished with 1/8" radius. Defective finishes if any shall be cut out and
re-plastered at the expense of the Contractor. Plaster after finishes shall be kept moist
for about 10 days to the satisfaction of Engineer.
3.5 Damp Proofing

3.5.1 Scope
The work covered under this section shall consist of damp proofing concrete surface or
brick/block masonry surface, in accordance with these specifications and at the locations
shown on the Drawings or as directed by the Engineer.
3.5.2 General
The concrete surface shall be damp proofed with bitumen by the absorptive method
whereas brick/block masonry surfaces shall be first treated with a horizontal layer of
Portland cement concrete and then covered with bitumen damp proof cover with
Hessian base. Vertical faces of walls likely to come in contact with earth shall be first
Plastered with cement plaster and then treated with bitumen by the absorptive method.
Damp proofing shall not be applied when the temperature is below 390 F and falling. The
work shall be done by workmen experienced in the application of damp-proofing. Damp
proofing shall be applied as shown on the Drawings.
3.5.3 Damp-Proofing Materials
All asphaltic materials shall be delivered in sealed containers bearing the manufacturer's
original labels. Bituminized Kraft paper shall be delivered in rolls as per manufacturer's
original packing. Other materials shall be delivered as provided under relevant clauses of
these Specifications. All materials shall conform to the Specifications designated and be
approved by the Engineer. Damp proofing materials shall conform to the following
requirements along with the requirements shown on the Drawings.
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3.5.4 Asphalt Primer

The asphalt primer shall consist of an asphaltic base thinned to a suitable brushing
consistency, with a volatile solvent, and shall conform to the requirements set forth under
ASTM 41-73 or latest revision.
3.5.5 Asphalt
Asphalt for damp proofing shall meet the requirements of ASTM D 449-73, Type C or
latest revision.
3.5.6 Bitumenised Kraft Paper
3-ply brown Kraft paper (0.00113 lbs. /ft2 each ply) sandwiched with two layers of
Bitumen (0.00083 lbs. /ft2 each layer) as manufactured by Messrs. Packages Ltd.,
Lahore or equivalent, as approved by the Engineer, shall be used.
3.5.7 Preparation of Surfaces
Surfaces to receive damp proofing shall be smooth, clean and dry. Holes, joints and
cracks shall be painted flush with mortar and high spots ground level with the
surrounding surface. Before damp proofing, surfaces shall be swept clean of all foreign
matter and shall be inspected and approved.
3.5.8 Placement Procedures
The selection and combination of various waterproofing and damp proofing materials for
different locations shall be as shown on the Drawings or as directed by the Engineer.
Unless otherwise directed or approved by the Engineer, the following procedures shall
be adopted.
3.5.9 Damp Proofing Under Brick Masonry Walls

The damp proofing shall comprise of:
a) 1 1/2" thick layer of plain cement concrete Class B shall be placed over the area
to be damp proofed.
b) A priming coat of asphalt primer confirming to BS specification 1097 October
1973 bore the application of asphalt coating.
c) An asphalt coat using not less than 30 lbs. per 100 sq.ft. and 2 layers of
Bituminized Kraft paper or polythene sheet.
3.5.10 Quality Control
Sampling of asphalt for Specifications compliance shall be done in accordance with
ASTM D 140-70. Samples shall be taken from each consignment, as directed by the
Engineer.
3.6 Roof Insulation

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3.6.1 Scope
The work consists of insulation with brick tiles of sizes 9"x4" x 1 1/2" or any other
approved size laid in cement mortar (1:3) over rammed mud laid to grade as shown on
drawings after applying two coats of bitumen on the R.C.C. roof slab surface at 30/25
lbs, respectively for first and second coats at specified heat and laying 20 lbs. polythene
sheet complete in all respects.
3.6.2 Materials
The brick tiles shall comply with the standards set in "Section Bricks" except for their
thickness and strength. The cement, sand and water shall meet the requirements as
given in Section "CONCRETE".
Bitumen shall be PB3 or PB4
The clay for making mud shall be clean, free of all organic and other injurious matters.
3.6.3 Application
3.6.3.1 Bitumen Painting

Bitumen heated to the specified temperature and applied on R.C.C. roof slab cleaned
and dried surface including sanding at 1 1/2 cu.ft per hundred sq.ft. Of surface.
3.6.3.2 Laying Mud
The clay shall be mixed with reasonable quantity of water and thoroughly kneaded to
form a thick paste to which copped straw at the rate of 10 lbs. per cu.ft of mud shall be
added. It shall be laid and thumped with wooden trowels to form the slope as shown on
the drawings.
3.6.3.3 Laying of Tiles
The brick tiles shall be laid in cement mortar (1:3) in fall/slope as shown on drawings.
3.6.3.4 Pointing
The brick tiles shall then be flush pointed in cement mortar (1:2)
3.6.3.5 Curing
The tiles laid shall be cured properly for ten days.
3.6.4 Measurement and Payment
3.6.4.1 Roof Insulation
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Measurement and payment for roof insulation shall be made in accordance with the
provisions given hereafter.
3.7 Flooring
3.7.1 Scope
The work covered in this Section consists of furnishing all plant, labour and material etc.,
and of performing all operations in connection with making cement concrete floor in
conformity with lines and dimensions shown on the Drawings and in strict accordance
with these specifications
MATERIALS
Cement, sand and aggregate shall conform to the requirement of relevant clauses in
section "CONCRETE"
3.7.2 Base for Flooring
The base for flooring shall be laid down when the earth filling has been done up to the
specified level in a layer of 6 inches and has been properly watered and consolidated
and correctly leveled.
A layer of sand about 4" thick shall be laid and rammed after having saturated so that a
4" layer is reduced to about 3" after compaction.
Portland cement concrete of Class C (2000 psi) shall be laid in one operation in a
uniform layer of specified thickness, absolutely true and parallel to the required level of
the finished surface. Concrete shall be cured for at least 7 days before any topping is
laid. Before laying the surface shall be washed and scrubbed with wire brushes so that
the concrete in the base and the topping are well bounded.
3.7.3 Cement Concrete Flooring

Before laying the topping, the surface of the base shall be divided into symmetrical
panels by glass strips. The size of panels, unless otherwise specified, shall not exceed 3
ft. square and concrete shall be placed in alternative panels. The top of the glass strips
shall be adjusted to the specified level of the finished floor surface.
Cement concrete floor shall consist of laying a topping of cement concrete of Class B
(3000 psi) of specified thickness over the prepared and finished base as or roughed
surface of floor slabs.
Placing operation shall be specifically timed. No sooner the concrete has been evenly
spread in a panel, then it shall be beaten for about 5 to 10 minutes with "wooden
thapies" (about 5 lbs. weight).
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Immediately after consolidation, the surface shall be leveled with a wooden trowel.
Excessive trowelling in the early stages shall be avoided. The surface shall be tested
with a straight edge to detect undulations, which, if found, shall be eliminated. The finer
stuff in the concrete which has come to the surface with the stroking shall be quickly but
carefully smoothen with the steel trowel. When the concrete has hardened sufficiently,
trowelling shall be done with steel trowel. No dry cement or a mixture of dry cement shall
be sprinkled on the surface for hardening the surface.
3.7.4 Brick Flooring
The work covered by this item consists of furnishing and laying 4 inch sand over
prepared earth to required slope and grade. 3 inch thick layer of Class D (1000 psi)
concrete is laid over it and 4.5 inch thick brick on edge are laid in 1:3 cement sand
mortar. These joints of these bricks are struck at the top by flush pointing.
3.7.4.1 Method of Construction
The method consists of placing bricks on edge for flooring in 1:3 cement sand mortar
over 4 inch sand and 3inch Class D (1000 psi) concrete and striking the joints of bricks
with flush pointing and laid over thoroughly consolidated bottom by ramming and
watering before laying this floor.
3.7.5 Curing
The concrete flooring properly laid shall be cured for 7 days.
3.8 Painting Work

The following codes and standards shall be followed wherever relevant and applicable
and/or directed by the Engineer.
BS 242-66 Linseed Oil
BS 245-76 Specification for mineral solvent (white and related
hydrocarbon solvents)
BS 2523-83 Lead –based priming paint
BS 2569-64/45 Sprayed metal coatings.
BS 2992-70 Painters and decorators brushes.
BS CP 3012-72 Cleaning and prepration of metal surfaces.
BS 4800-81 Paint colors for building purposes.
BS 5082-74 Water-Thinned priming paints for wood.
BS 5358-76 Specifications for low-lead solvent-thinned priming paint for
wood work.
BS 6150-82 Code of practice for paiting of building.
The whitewash shall be made from pure fat lime brought to site of work in the form of un-
slaked lime. Water shall be added to this lime in a container until the mixture is of
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consistency cream and allowed to rest until cracks shall appear on its surface (48-72
hours). After screening through coarse cloth, gum at the rate of 4 oz. boiled with 10 oz.
of rice shall be added to each cubic feet of white wash. The color pigment if required
shall be added and mixed with white wash and stirred to give the required shade.
Enough quantity shall be prepared in one go so as to meet the requirement of one
Complete room.
3.8.1 Weather Resistant Paint
3.8.1.1 Selection of paint

Cement based paints or one of the three common types of the exterior latex paints
(polyvinyl acetate, stvrene-butadiene and acrylic) of ICl/Burger make or equivalent shall
be used whichever specified. Approved quality cement based or weather resistant
emulsion paints shall be used as directed by the Engineer.
3.8.1.2 Primers
Boiled linseed oil or silicone water repellent primers! Cl/Burger make or equivalent shall
be used on concrete and masonry surfaces. Before application of paint, concrete and
masonry surface should be allowed to dry for at least 3 weeks after cessation of curing
3.8.1.3 Fillers
Paste of zinc oxide and varnish thinned with turpentine shall be used as filler on
masonry and concrete.
3.8.1.4 Sealers
Water·insoluble and water-repellent substances dissolved in solvent such as petroleum
naphtha or the special clear silicone compounds shall be used to seal masonry surfaces.
3.8.1.5 Thinner
Thinners such as turpentine, mineral spirit, water, xylene and linseed oil of approved
quality shall only be used in accordance with the manufacturers' instructions and with
prior approval of the engineer
3.8.1.6 Brushes
All brushes used for painting work shall conform to B.S 2992 or equivalent American
Standards.
3.8.2 Preparation of Surface
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All loose material and dirt on the surface shall be removed with a brush. Holes and
irregularities of surface shall be repaired with lime putty, and the surface shall be
allowed to dry before applying whitewash or color wash and weather resistant paint All
greasy spots shall be given a coat of rice, water and sand. Surfaces discolored by
smoke shall be washed with a mixture of wood ashes and water or yellow earth before
being-white washed or painted.
3.8.2.1 Application
Three coats of white or color wash shall be applied on the prepared surface with a
brush. Paint or finish to any surface shall be applied when ambient temperature is 10
degree centigrade or above and less than 43 degree centigrade unless other wise
recommended by the manufacturer. No painting shall be done above 90% relative
humidity. Drop cloths shall be placed to adequately protect all finished work.
All paint and coating materials shall be in thoroughly mixed condition at the time of
application. All work shall be done in a workman-like manner, leaving the finished
surface free from drips, ridges, waves, laps and brush marks. All paints shall be applied
under dry and dust free conditions.
All primary paint shall be applied by brushing. The first coat of paint shall be applied
immediately after cleaning.
3.9 Measurement and Payments

3.9.1 Cement Plaster
Measurement and payment for cement plaster shall be made in accordance with the
provisions given hereafter.
3.9.2 Method of Measurement
Measurement shall be made of cement plastering for the actual area in square foot in
accordance with this section of Specification or as directed by the Engineer.
3.9.3 Basis of Payment
Payment shall be made for the number of square foot of surface area cement plastered
at the contract unit price per square foot and shall constitute full compensation for
furnishing all materials, equipment and labour including all incidentals necessary to
complete the work in strict accordance with this Section of Specification.
Description Unit
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Provide and apply Y," thick 1:3 Sq.ft.
Cement Sand Plaster for ceiling Sq.ft
3.9.4 Painting
Measurement and payment for white washing and weather resistant paint shall be made in
accordance with the provisions given hereafter.
3.9.5 Method of Measurement

The measurement shall be made in sq.ft of the actual surfaces completed and
approved.
3.9.6 Basis of Payment

Payment shall be made for number of square feet of the actual surface painted
measured as provided above at the Contract unit price per square feet for the
respective item and shall constitute full compensation for all materials, equipment,
labor, including all incidentals necessary to complete the work.
Description Unit
Provide and apply white wash Sq.ft
Provide and apply weather resistance paint Sq.ft
Provide and apply vinyl emulsion paint Sq.ft

Provide and apply enamel paint Sq.ft
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4. MECHANICAL / PLUMBING WORKS

4.1 Installation of Piping
4.1.1 Applicable Codes and Specifications
Work shall be carried out according to the requirements of this specification and will
conform to the technical specifications, data sheets and fabrication / installation
drawings. Where specific details about the execution of any items of work are not
included, work shall be carried out according to the requirements of the latest editions of
the following standards and Engineering's general specifications described below:
 B 31.3 Process Piping (Latest Edition)

 B. 1.20.1 Pipe Threads General Purpose (Inch).
4.1.2 Traceability, Storage and Handling
4.1.2.1 Storage
 All piping material shall be stored by the Contractor in areas demarcated for
this purpose.
 Pipes and fittings shall preferable be stored on dry wooden platforms.
 Valves, control valves, instruments, bolts, small fittings and gaskets shall be
stored in covered, locked premises. In no case shall the marking on the
equipment be removed. Valves, steam traps and other equipment provided
with protective caps shall be stored with the caps up to the moment they are
installed.
 Contractor shall be entirely responsible for safekeeping of all the material and
equipment. If any item is lost or damaged, the Contractor shall be required to
replace it at his own expense.
 Contractor shall identify space for storage of material.
4.1.2.2 Handling
Handling of material shall be done with suitable mechanical equipment and safety of
workers shall be given top priority.
4.1.2.3 Traceability
i. All piping material including line pipes, fittings, flanges, bolting etc. shall
bear marking as per their relevant manufacturing codes and shall as well
be traceable to the manufacturer supplied Material Test Certificates
(MTCs). The contractor shall have Engineer’s approval for all such
materials before commencement of fabrication / installation. All piping
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material which will be without embossed manufacturing information /details

will not be acceptable.
ii. All valves shall be new and have manufacturers tests certificates of
pressure and leak lest, each traceable with its serial no.
4.1.3 Pipe Cutting
All Pipes shall be cut by pipe cutter only.
Cutting will only be acceptable, provided after cutting, the edges are prepared by
grinding and machining.
After cutting, the pipe ends shall be beveled and prepared according to the dimensions
and tolerances shown in the drawings and project specifications.
4.1.4 Piping Joints
4.1.4.1 Flanged Joints

All flanges, flanged fittings, bolting including stud bolts, nuts and washers as well as
gaskets shall comply with the relevant piping specifications.
The flanges shall be welding neck with bore matching pipe internal diameter (I.D) unless
otherwise specified and/or authorized.
All bolt holes shall straddle vertical and horizontal centerlines, unless otherwise directed
for special or specific reasons. The correct length of bolts shall be used according to
reference code. They shall be long enough to project a minimum of two threads out of
the nuts when tightened up.
Flange bolts shall be tightened evenly and sequentially to impose equal pressure on the
gasket and to avoid distortion or overstressing of equipment flanges. Bolts shall be
tightened as per the manufactures recommended torque loads. Gaskets used with cast
iron flanges shall cover the full face of the flanges. Torque wrench will be used for
tightening the bolts.
4.1.4.2 Piping Installation
a. Piping connections to equipment nozzles shall be accurately aligned and the
Contractor shall ensure that flange faces are parallel and correctly centered
before bolting. Force shall not be used to attain alignment.
b. Piping shall be aligned true and level. Where slope is specified, it shall be
maintained without sags in the piping run. Misalignment in piping shall not
exceed 5 mm. each flanged joints shall be offered to Engineer’s representative
to check stress-free prior to bolting.
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c. Piping supports should conform in all respects (construction and location) to

the piping design. Location of sliding, guiding and fixing supports (pipe shoes,
U Bolts, straps and other types of supports) should conform strictly to the
location indicated in related piping drawing. It will be ensured that the pipe
does not remain suspended above the pipe support and is fully resting on the
support. There should not be any gap between pipe and its support. Erection of
supports shall be by bolting and/or welding in accordance with the piping
design.
d. Erection of supports fabricated of pipes may also include cutting of ends to Suit
the contour to which they have to be welded. In addition to the supports
included in the piping design, certain supports may be indicated directly on field
before the completion of the work.
e. All pipe work shall be kept clean during construction by mechanical cleaning
and swabbing out.
f. Piping and equipment shall be adequately supported, rigid enough to prevent
excessive vibration, and sufficiently anchored to prevent undue stresses and
undue strains on the connected equipment and machinery.
g. Hangers and supports shall be made of non-combustible material, and capable
of sustaining the loads to which they will be subjected.
h. During construction, pipes in trenches shall be sealed with tight caps at the
termination of each day work or when working on a pipe section is temporarily
discontinued.
i. Hangers and supports shall be so installed as not to interfere with the free
piping movements due to expansion or contraction due to temperature
variations.
j. All overhead piping shall be installed to provide at least two (2) meters
headroom in all passageways. Valves and other equipment items shall be
accessible for operation and maintenance.
k. Over ground piping shall be grouped together on sleepers to form pipe racks
and shall be run on supports to give the lines the same bottom of pipe
elevations.
l. All piping shall be installed in a neat workmanlike manner, properly painted,
guided and supported. Making smart use of space and avoid haphazard look &
aesthetics.
m. In all cases care shall be taken, wherever possible, to avoid air or liquid
pockets throughout the system. A sufficient and proper number of vents at the
high points and drain connections at the low points shall be foreseen.
n. Care shall be taken to avoid undue stresses of pipes and components during
mechanical erection, offer flanged joints for inspection prior to bolting.
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o. Underground piping shall be carefully laid to levels shown in the drawings and
shall have the minimum specified cover.
p. Whenever possible, underground piping shall be laid so that it shall be drained
on one end only.
q. Pipes lying on sleepers shall be high enough to clear all flanges, valve bodies,
etc. form grade.
r. A clearance of 20 centimeters from grade shall be provided unless otherwise
stated.
s. Where pipe work is laid on pipe racks or in permanent trenches the
arrangement and clearances shall allow the removal of any pipe, fitting, valve,
etc. without the necessity to disturb adjacent pipe work.
t. Lines shall be painted in colors in accordance with color coding scheme.
u. In all cases, changes in direction for piping shall be performed by means of
factory made butt welding/thermal fusion fittings. This will apply for pipes 2" in
diameter and above.
4.1.4.3 Initial Backfill
This is the critical zone of embedment soil surrounding the pipe from the foundation to at
least 6 inches over the pipe. The pipe’s ability to support loads and resist deflection is
determined by the quality of the embedment material and the quality of its placement.
Within the initial backfill zone are bedding, haunching, primary, and secondary zones.
4.1.4.4 Bedding
In addition to bringing the trench bottom to required grade, the bedding levels out any
irregularities and ensures uniform support along the length of the pipe.
4.1.4.5 Haunching
The backfill under the lower half of the pipe (haunches) distributes the superimposed
loadings.
4.1.4.6 Primary Initial Backfill
This zone of backfill provides the primary support against lateral pipe deformation. To
ensure such support is available, this zone should extend from trench grade up to at
least 75 percent of the pipe diameter.
4.1.4.7 Secondary Initial Backfill

The basic function of the material in this zone is to distribute overhead loads and to
isolate the pipe from any adverse effects of the placement of the final backfill.
4.1.4.8 Final Backfill
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The final backfill should be free of large rocks, organic material, and debris. The material
and compaction requirements for the final backfill should reflect sound construction
practices and satisfy local ordinances and sidewalk, road building, or other applicable
regulations.
4.1.4.9 Simplified Installation Guidelines for Pressure Pipe
A quality job can be achieved for most installations following the simple steps that are
listed below. These guidelines apply where the following conditions are met:
 Pipe Diameter of 24-inch or less
 SDR equal to or less than 26
 Depth of Cover between 2. 5 feet and 16 feet
 Groundwater elevation never higher than 2 feet below the

surface
 The route of the pipeline is through stable soil
The following are general guidelines for the installation of PE pipe according to the
above conditions.
4.1.4.10 Simplified Step-by-Step Installation
Trenching
The length of open trench required for fused pipe sections should be such that bending
and lowering the pipe into the ditch does not exceed the manufacturer’s minimum
recommended bend radius and result in kinking.
The trench width at pipe grade should be equal to the pipe outer diameter (O. D.) plus 12
inches.
Bedding
Bedding may be prepared from the excavated material if it is rock free and well broken
up during excavation. The trench bottom should be relatively smooth and free of rock.
When rocks, boulders, or large stones are encountered which may cause point loading
on the pipe, they should be removed and the trench bottom padded with 4 to 6 inches of
tamped bedding material. Bedding should consist of free-flowing material such as gravel,
sand, silty sand, or clayey sand that is free of stones or hard particles larger than one-
half inch.
Placing Pipe in Trench
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PE pressure pipe up to about 8” in diameter and weighing roughly 6 lbs per ft. or less
can usually be placed in the trench by hand. Heavier, larger diameter pipe will require
handling equipment to lift, move, and lower the pipe into the trench. Pipe must not be
dumped, dropped, pushed, or rolled into the trench. Appropriate safety precautions must
be observed whenever persons are in or near the trench
Pipe Embedment
The embedment material should be a coarse grained soil, such as gravel or sand, or a
coarse grained soil containing fines, such as a silty sand or clayey sand. The particle
size should not exceed one-half inch for 2 to 4-inch pipe, three-quarter inch for 6 to 8-
inch pipe and one inch for all other sizes. Where the embedment is angular, crushed
stone may be placed around the pipe by dumping and slicing with a shovel. Where the
embedment is naturally occurring gravels, sands and mixtures with fines, the
embedment should be placed in lifts, not exceeding 6 inches in thickness, and then
tamped. Tamping should be accomplished by using a mechanical tamper. Compact to at
least 85 percent Standard Proctor density as defined in ASTM D698,
Trench Backfill
The final backfill may consist of the excavated material, provided it is free from
unsuitable matter such as large lumps of clay, organic material, boulders or stones larger
than 8 inches, or construction debris. Where the pipe is located beneath a road, place
the final backfill in lifts as mentioned earlier and compact to 95 percent Standard Proctor
Density.
4.1.4.11 Classification and Supporting Strength of Pipe Embedment Materials

The burial of PE pipe for pressure flow applications is covered by ASTM 2774,
“Standard Practice for Underground Installation of Thermoplastic Pressure Piping”.
4.1.4.12 Embedment Classification per ASTM D-2321

Pipe embedment materials have been grouped by ASTM D-2321, “Standard Practice for
Underground Installation of Thermoplastic Pipe for Sewers and Other Gravity –
Flow Applications” into five embedment classes according to their suitability for that use.
4.1.4.13 Maximum Particle size
Maximum aggregate size of Class I and Class II materials when used next to the pipe
(i.e. bedding, haunching and initial backfill) should not be larger than those given in
Table 1 below.
TABLE 1:- Maximum Particle Size vs. Pipe Size

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Nominal Pipe Size (in.) Maximum Particle Size (in.)
2 to 4 ½
6 to 8 ¾
10 to 15 1
16 and larger 1½
4.1.4.14 Trench Construction

Trenches should be excavated to line and grade as indicated by contract documents and
in accordance with applicable safety standards. Excavation should proceed upgrade.
Excessive runs of open trench should be avoided.
Trench Width
Trench width in firm, stable ground will generally be determined by the pipe size and the
compacting equipment used. Table 2 below gives minimum trench width values.
TABLE 2:- Minimum Trench Width in Stable Ground vs. Pipe Size
Nominal Pipe Size (in.) Minimum Trench Width (in.)
<3 12
3 - 24 Pipe O. D. + 12
> 24 - 63 Pipe O. D. + 24
Table 3 lists the recommended lengths of trench openings for each placement of
continuous lengths of fused pipe, assembled above the trench. When the trench
sidewalls are significantly sloped, somewhat shorter trench openings may be used.
When space or ground conditions do not permit these suggested trench openings, the
pipe lengths may be joined within the trench, using a joining machine or flanged
couplings.
TABLE 3:- Suggested Length of Minimum Trench Opening
For Installation of Joined Lengths of PE Pipe
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Nominal Depth of Trench (Feet)
Pipe Size
(in.) 3 5 7 9 11 13
½ to 3 15 20 25 30 35 40
4 to 8 25 30 35 40 45 50
10 to 14 35 40 45 50 55 60
4.1.4.15 Sunlight Exposure

Placing pipe that has been in direct sunlight in a cooler trench will result in thermal
contraction of the pipe’s length. This contraction can generate force which could
result in pull-out at mechanical couplings or other buried structures. Allow pipe to cool
before making connections to an anchored joint, flange, or a fitting that requires
protection against excessive pull-out forces. Covering the pipe with embedment will
facilitate cooling.
4.1.4.16 Cold (Field) Bending

Coiled lengths and long strings of PE fused pipe may be cold bent in the field. The
allowable bend ratio is determined by the pipe diameter and the dimension ratio.
(Figure2 and Table 4)
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Figure 2:- Bend Radius, R
TABLE 4:- Minimum Bend Radius for PE Pipe Installed in Open Cut Trench
Minimum Cold Bend

Dimension Ratio, DR
Radius
7, 7.3, 9 20 x Pipe OD
11, 13.5 25 x Pipe OD
17, 21 27 x Pipe OD
26 34 x Pipe OD
32.5 42 x Pipe OD
41 52 x Pipe OD
Fitting or flange present 100 x Pipe OD
in bend
4.1.4.17 Installation of Pipe in Curves

Field bending involves excavating the trench to the desired bend radius, then sweeping
or pulling the pipe string into the required bend and placing it in the trench.
Temporary restraints may be required to bend the pipe, and to maintain the bend while
placing the pipe in the trench and placing initial backfill. Temporary blocks or restraints
must be removed before installing final backfill, and any voids must be filled with
compacted initial backfill material. Considerable force may be required to field bend the
pipe, and the pipe may spring back forcibly if the restraints slip or are inadvertently
released while bending. Observe appropriate safety precautions during field bending.
4.1.4.18 Transition from PE Pressure Pipe to Gasket Jointed Pipe
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It is necessary to anchor the ends of a PE pipeline that transitions into an unrestrained

gasket jointed pipe system. If the gasket joints are restrained anchoring is unnecessary.
4.1.4.19 Proper Burial of Fabricated PE Fittings
Common fittings, elbows and equal tees normally require the same backfill as specified
for the pipe. When service connections are made from PE water mains, no special
compaction is required. When service connections are made under an active roadway,
95% Standard Proctor density is normally required around the pipe and the service
connection.
As with all piping systems, proper compaction of the soil around pipe and fittings is
important. In water systems, when in-situ embedment materials can be compacted to a
Standard Proctor density of 85% for installation outside of roadways or 95% Standard
Proctor density in roadways, these materials should be used. When in-situ materials do
not provide proper support, then sand stabilized with cement or flow able fill should be
used.
4.1.4.20 Inspection
The engineer should provide inspection commensurate with the application. Good
inspection would include some or all of the following:
5.2 Verification that all embedment materials meet the specification and verification of
pipe grade and alignment,
5.3 Verification that the correct pipe is installed (see numerical code printed on pipe),
5.4 Observation of pipe installation, placement of embedment and backfill materials,

and trench excavation methods,
Verification that proper pipe storage and handling procedures are followed, that pipe
placement in the trench, attachment of mechanical joints, fittings and appurtenances,
and transitions to other pipes were done in accordance with recommended methods,
that scratches or gouges do not exceed the permitted depth, and that the minimum bend
radius was not exceeded.
4.2 Skid Mounted Equipment Packages

4.2.1 Codes and Standards
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4.2.1.1 Codes, Standards and Regulations

The skid mounted packages covered by this specification shall be designed,
manufactured and tested in accordance with the requirements of ITB Document and this
specification, other referenced Project Specifications and the following Codes, Standards
(latest edition) and Statutory Regulations (where applicable):
 AISC Standard American Institute of Steel Construction

Specification for the design, fabrication and erection of
structural steel for buildings.
 ANSI/AWS-D1-I American Welding Society Code.
 ASME IX Welding and Brazing Qualifications
 ANSI B.16.5 Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings.
 ANSI B.58.1 Building Code Requirements for Minimum
Design Loads in Buildings and other Structures
 ASME VIII DIV 1 Pressure Vessels
4.2.1.2 Drawing & Documents

The Vendor shall prepare the calculation sheets, fabrication drawings and fabrication
procedure specifications including welding, inspection and testing.
Vendor must also provide the following documents
 Detail isometric drawing of skid piping

 Detail P&ID’s
 Quality control/quality assurance detail documents
 Detailed drawing of each equipment mounted on the skid.
 Detailed bill of material with part number/ identification
numbers & specifications of all equipment and piping
mounted on the skid
The form of fabrication drawings and documents may be as per the Vendor’s standards.
4.2.2 Scope of Supply
Each package shall be supplied as a self-contained unit mounted on a structural steel
skid base, complete with the following as a minimum:
 All necessary interconnecting pipe work and valves,

terminating at the edge of the skid, complete with any
supports.
 All necessary instrumentation and controls.
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 All necessary electric cabling and cable trays up to skid

junction box.
 All necessary start-up and commissioning spares.
 All special tools required for maintenance of the package.
 All necessary noise suppression equipment.
 All relevant documentation and record.
 Inspection and testing, as called for, in this specification and
its attachments.
 The Vendor shall be responsible for the complete design,
engineering, co-ordination, inspection, testing, delivery and
proper functioning of the equipment.
 To enable the Contractor to offer performance and
mechanical guarantees in accordance with the Project
requirements, the Vendor, as a minimum, shall be
responsible for:
 Sizing of all equipment.
 Selection of materials of construction together with design
temperatures and pressures.
 Layout of items of equipment within the specified skid
dimensions.
 Procurement and testing of individual items of equipment.
 Assembly and testing of the skid mounted package.
 Full compliance with the requirements of any nominated
certifying authority and the supply of all documentation as
required obtaining final acceptance certification.
 Confirmation of the final weight, centre of gravity position
and dimensions of the skid mounted assembly and its
suitability for transportation.
Contractor shall provide a detailed schedule and program of work for procurement and
manufacturing phases of the contract.
All the valves mounted on the skid should be pressure/ leak tested. Contractor to provide
the tests certificates as an evidence.
Detail vibration/ pulsation and piping stress analysis should be performed for the
complete skid, especially for the rotary/ reciprocating equipment skid.
4.2.3 Environmental Design Criteria
4.2.3.1 General
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Unless otherwise approved by the Engineer, the package(s) will be located in an open
exposed area. (This criteria is not for skid mounted treatment plants which will be
installed in a building)
4.2.3.2 Site Environmental Data
Environmental conditions for the equipment can be seen in the relevant section of the
ITB Document.
4.2.4 Design Requirements
4.2.4.1 General
The assembly shall be designed for high reliability and minimum downtime.
Materials of construction shall be chosen with regard to previous operating experience

on similar packages.
No cabling piping or instrument tubing shall be routed within the skid base.
All equipment shall be located within the package so as to afford easy access for
maintenance and personnel safety. All piping/ cabling should also be laid appropriately
as such it will not cause any hindrance in access & maintenance of any equipment or
area of skid
No part of the equipment shall overhang the boundaries of the skid.
The skid base, associated steelwork and all equipment shall be designed for a basic
wind speed of 50 m/s at 10 m above sea level. Wind pressure and stress analysis shall
be computed in accordance with ANSI A58.1. (This criteria is not for skid mounted
treatment plants which will be installed in a building)
4.2.5 Skid Base

Skids shall be designed in full accordance with sound structural engineering principles
and the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) specifications, where applicable.
Skids shall be of all welded construction.
The primary beams (longitudinal base members) shall be considered to be simply

supported with the support locations occurring at the extreme ends of the beams. The
maximum allowable deflection of any primary beam shall be 1/500 of the span between
supports under conditions of dead, plus superimposed, loads.
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Cross members shall be designed on a similar basis and sized such that the top faces
are in line and flush with the top faces of the primary beams, whilst the lower faces shall
be such so as to give a minimum of 40mm ground clearance.
The spacing of cross members shall not exceed the maximum allowable unbraced
length of compression flange for the primary beams (defined in the AISC specification).
Slots shall be provided within the skid base members to allow retained liquids to drain
away e.g. during wash-down.
The primary members shall be adequately cross-braced to prevent flexing or distortion of

the skid during transportation and installation. Equipment mounted on the skid shall not
be considered as contributing to the structural strength or bracing of the skid.
The underside of skid frames shall be left flat to provide a continuous bearing surface
and bolt holes or bearing pads shall only be provided.
Where alignment of machinery is critical, Contractor shall propose a point-mounted skid,

using bearing pads, as an alternative to his standard. The position of the support parts
shall be agreed with the Engineer. Where required all machinery shall have suitable anti-
vibration mounts provided between the machine and the skid or between the skid and
the deck.
Where required, flexible bellows shall be fitted to prevent vibration, transmission through
ducting or piping.
All other types of skids should be reviewed against the calculated or known deflection of
the platform deck and the exciting forces.
Where the skid is too large for handling or transportation on land, it may be sub-divided
into sections for re-joining and bolting together on site. In such cases, all equipment
upon the skid, including interconnecting piping and cabling, shall be pre-assembled and
match marked before disassembly to assist re-assembly on site.
Foundation bolts shall be supplied by others. Contractor shall provide full details of the
size and number required.
Skids shall have hot dipped galvanized steel bar floor grating covering the entire top
surface with cutouts for supports and/or equipment. Floor grating shall not be used as a
mounting surface for equipment or supports. Floor grating shall be fully located by side
and end stops and suitably bolted or clipped. (This criteria is not for skid mounted
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treatment plants which will have stainless steel skids, as mentioned in the following
sections)
Grating shall be in removable sections, each section and all cutouts to be completed with
flat edging bars. Where grating sections are cutout around equipment and edging bars
welded in to suit, complete section of flooring shall be re-galvanized to original
specification. Cold galvanizing of re-worked areas is not acceptable.
The strength of the Grating should be adequate to hold the weight of equipment and
personal during operation/ maintenance. Relevant code for grating may be consulted
regarding strength of grating.
Metal thicknesses at the point of equipment bolting shall not be less than 10mm.
Pad-eye type lifting lugs shall be welded to the skid with full penetration welds. The pad-
eyes shall be designed for a minimum load factor of 2.0, with no increase in AISC
permissible stresses, on the calculated force and for all sling angles between 45 and 75
degrees to the horizontal, as obtained from a single point lift.
When a single lift point from the skid base is impractical due to location of on-skid
equipment, Contractor shall supply suitable spreader beams or lifting frame, complete
with all slings and shackles. Spreader beams/lifting frames shall be of all welded
construction using full penetration welds and shall be designed for the same load factor
as skid lifting lugs.
Jacking screws, of robust design and construction shall be provided on all skids
supporting heavy machinery in order to facilitate lateral and axial movement of each
equipment during alignment.
Skid bases shall be provided with two earthing bosses welded to opposite ends of skid
base frame.
4.2.6 Ancillary Structures

All ancillary support structures shall be designed so as to withstand all superimposed
loads, including wind loadings in accordance with the AISC specifications.
Access ways, handrails and ladders shall conform to the requirements of API RP 2A,
and shall be provided for operating and maintenance access to all instruments, controls
and valves when located more than 1.5m above the skid floor.
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All piping and cabling shall be suitably supported for service and shipment. The support
and installation shall be designed to allow for piping and cabling to be removed without
the cutting of structural members.
Where filter type units with removable heads and/or internal elements form part of the
package equipment, permanent handling facilities shall be provided on the package for
removal of head/elements. This requirement applies when the weight of any single
component exceeds 25kg or where easy access is not available.
4.2.7 Vessels
Vessel internals shall be designed in accordance with the particular service of the vessel
and shall be readily removable through a convenient man way. The internals shall be
designed so that the performance of the vessel will meet the minimum requirements
specified in the data sheet and shall be suitably fixed in position by the provision of bolts
or clamps. Loose internal equipment is not permitted. Provision of manual vessel entry
need to be taken care (diameters greater than or equal to 16 inches should be
considered).
Any internals, which require periodic maintenance or are liable to heavy wear shall be
designed for ease of removal from the unit and shall be provided with permanent access
facilities.
All liquid outlet nozzles shall be fitted with vortex breakers unless otherwise approved by
the Engineer.
4.2.8 Piping, Valves and Fittings
Where appropriate all piping on the skid that is common, i.e. drains or flares should be
piped together and terminate with a single flange at the skid edge.
All piping shall be routed to provide a neat and economical layout, to have the shortest
run consistent with Good Engineering Practice and to ensure easy access to all in-line
Valves and instrumentation. No piping shall be routed across walkways or access-ways

unless they are elevated a minimum of 2.13 m above the top of grating level.
Sufficient space shall be allowed between lines to permit ready access for removal/repair
but in no instance shall there be a distance of less than 25mm between a pipe and the
outside of the largest flange or fitting in the adjoining pipe. Insulation thicknesses and
thermal movement of piping shall be taken into account when determining these
spacing.
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The minimum vertical clearance for all piping systems from top of flooring shall be
200mm.
Piping at all equipment shall be supported so that equipment, control valves etc can be
readily removed without provision of temporary piping supports and arranged so as to
minimize pipe work dismantling.
Pipe supports shall be provided adjacent to skid edge for all external piping connections.
Plate type supports with rigid fixing through pipe work flange bolting are not acceptable.
All access platforms and walkways shall have a minimum clear width of 760mm. No
piping, instrumentation or cable runs shall impinge on this minimum requirement.
Equipment and piping shall be installed with supports so as to prevent vibration.
Piping systems shall be routed and supported so as to have sufficient flexibility to allow
for thermal expansion and contraction, and for platform movement. Contractor shall
demonstrate to the Engineer / Client that suitable flexibility analyses have been carried
out.
Contractor shall minimize forces and movements imposed on pipe work and shall
provide a complete set of forces and moments at each termination point in order that
Engineer may complete analysis of adjacent piping systems.
All piping termination points, including inlets, outlets, utilities and drains shall terminate in
ANSI B.16.5 flanges of the appropriate rating having a minimum size of 2 in unless
otherwise approved by the Engineer. The pipe work shall be constructed to allow
complete draining of equipment and shall have plugged vents at high points to facilitate
venting and hydro testing.
All piping connections shall terminate at the edge of the skid. Contractor shall provide a
suitable termination flange schedule with the general arrangement drawing(s). Final
orientation of termination points shall be subject to Engineer approval.
4.2.9 Materials of Construction

Contractor shall ensure that the design and selection of materials of construction for
equipment are chosen to avoid the possibility of galvanic corrosion where necessary by
the use of suitable insulation gaskets or spools.
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4.2.10 Instrumentation
For instrument air requirement on the package, a galvanized carbon steel air header
shall be provided. Air header shall be 1" NB minimum and shall be mounted adjacent to
all instrument air users. Each user shall be provided with a block valve adjacent to
header. All take-offs shall be from the top of header, which shall be terminated at skid
edge with a single flanged connection.
All non in-line instruments shall be provided with suitable stands. Instruments may be
supported on Package Steelwork where location and access is suitable. Instruments
shall not be supported off Process Pipe work.
All cables within the skid shall be installed on cable trays or conduits. Cable Glands shall
be used for connection of cables at enclosures.
Instrument tubing fittings and cables for all instruments shall be supplied pre-installed on
skid. All loose supplied equipment shall be clearly specified and complete installation
procedures shall be provided prior to shipment. The Unit Control Panel (UCP) shall have
knife disconnect terminals for connection of each instrument cable pair.
Where called for in the main package specification, the Vendor shall be required to
supply a Unit Control Panel (UCP), containing the specified controls for the package.
The package control system shall be PLC based. Unless it is of a proprietary nature the
UCP shall be custom built for the project and shall meet the requirements for panel
fabrication set out in this and the main package specification. The form of interface to the
Purchaser's control systems is detailed in the main package specification where
applicable. The Vendor shall be responsible for the complete design of the package and
UCP, including the connections between the equipment skid and the UCP If a local HMI
screen is included with the UCP a weather protection cover shall be provided for the
HMI. Skid Mounted UCP shall have appropriate hazardous area classification and IP
rating.
PLC based control systems compliant with IEC 61131-3 shall be used as the package
controls systems. The PLC shall be modular type and shall have high reliability and
availability.
Contractor shall supply Instrument location drawing separate from Package General
Arrangement, highlighting true positions of all instruments in both Plan and Elevation.
4.2.11 Electrical
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All electrical equipment shall be as per the requirement of hazardous area classification.
All field mounted electrical equipment shall be minimum IP55.
The Contractor shall provide the electrical consumer list, datasheets, specification,
wiring/ schematic drawings, installation details etc. for the package electrical equipment.
Power supplies available to the package shall be as specified in the equipment

requisition or attachments. If any voltages outside this supply are required these must be
generated by the Package Equipment from these supplies.
Electrical equipment, which requires external support shall be provided with purpose
built stands or may be supported from Package Steelwork where suitable. Electrical
equipment shall not be supported off Process Pipework.
Where junction box/control panel cable glands are bottom entry (preferred arrangement)
equipment shall be so located as to allow adequate space for routing and glanding of
cables.
Electrical cable shall be routed to minimize the likelihood of mechanical damage. Cable
trays shall be of heavy duty type with deep flange to further protect cable runs
4.2.12 Bolting
All internal bolts shall be provided with double locking nuts or other suitable securing
device.
All external bolting shall be brand new and cadmium plated for protection.
4.2.13 Insulation
Unless otherwise agreed the Contractor shall be responsible for the provision of all
necessary insulation for heat conservation or the safety and protection of personnel in
accordance with the applicable statutory requirements. This shall include the provision of
suitable lagging and cladding on hot & cold surfaces within easy reach of operatives.
The insulation shall comply with the requirements of the Project Specification for
Insulation. In no circumstances shall insulation materials contain asbestos.
4.2.14 Noise
The noise levels from each skid shall comply with the requirements of API 615 but shall
not exceed 85 dBA at 1 m unless stated or otherwise approved by the Engineer.
4.2.14.1 Nameplates
All major equipment installed on the package shall be provided with a stainless steel
nameplate suitably located so as to be visible from off the skid.
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Data to be provided is to be in accordance with the specification for the particular

equipment but shall include the following as a minimum:
 Equipment Title
 Manufacture Name
 Country of Origin
 Manufacture Serial Number
 Year of Manufacture
 Manufacturing Code
 U-Stamping
 Operating/Test Pressure
 Design Pressure
 Item Description
 Equipment Tag Number
 Capacity or Design Conditions
 Equipment weight (Empty/Operating)
Letters and Figures shall be 5mm high and clearly stamped.
4.3 Fabrication and Assembly

4.3.1 General
Approval of all Contractor's drawings, weld procedures, calculations, etc. is required by
the Engineer and the certifying authority, where applicable, prior to the commencement
of fabrication.
4.3.2 Welding
All welding shall be in accordance with the requirements of the appropriate code i.e.:
 Structural ANSI/AWS-D1.1 Project Specification for Structural Steel and the

Welding and Inspection of off-shore structures.
 Piping ANSI B31.3
 Vessels/Exchangers ASME VIII DIV 1, ASME IX
Welders shall be suitably qualified for the work undertaken.

4.3.3 Assembly
The Contractor shall be required to submit an assembly procedure for the skid mounted
assembly detailing the order of erection.
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4.3.4 Materials
Materials of construction of the skid shall comply with the requirements of the Project
Specification for Structural Steel, where applicable.
4.3.5 Inspection, Testing and Certification
4.3.6 General
Inspection, testing and certification shall generally comply with the requirements as
detailed in the requisition documentation and in the other referenced specifications.
4.3.7 Inspection
The Contractor shall provide free access to his works and that of Sub-Contractor for the
authorized representative of the Engineer and the certifying authority (if required). All
necessary certification on materials, shop test data, etc. shall be made available to verify
that the requirements of the purchase order are being met.
No equipment surface shall be painted until all inspection is completed.

4.3.8 Hydrostatic Tests
All pressure vessels and piping shall be hydro tested in accordance with the appropriate
Project specification and code requirements.
Process piping or tubing shall be tested with water after shop fabrication into sub-
assemblies.
The normal test pressure for piping shall be 1.5 times the adjusted cold pressure rating
of the valves, fitting, expansion joints or other limiting elements in the line.
Pressure testing shall be maintained long enough to permit complete inspection but shall
not be less than 60 minutes.
4.3.9 Equipment Performance Tests
All equipment shall be subjected to an individual performance test where appropriate in
accordance with the requirements of the relevant Project Specification. Performance test
curves and certificates shall be provided.
When required by the Engineer 's Inspector, all equipment, after performance testing
shall be dismantled for a visual inspection of the internals.
4.3.10 Assembled Skid Testing
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The completed pipe work assembled on the package shall be subject to a low pressure
(1.0 barg) leak test in the Contractors works to verify integrity of all joints.
The completed assembly shall be given a full functional test including instrumentation
and electrical equipment at the Contractor's works. During the test all alarms, shutdown
and remote signals shall be simulated.
The Contractor shall be required to submit a full testing procedure, including a check list
in accordance with API 700, at least 4 weeks prior to the commencement of testing and
covering the full extent of testing on the completed assembly. The testing procedure
shall be approved by the Engineer prior to the commencement of testing and shall be
complete with all equipment procedures and check lists. The Contractor shall be
responsible for providing all necessary utility services to conduct the tests.
4.4 Water Supply Pipes, Pipe Laying and Appurtenances

4.4.1 Scope
The work covered by this Section of the specification consists of furnishing all plant,
labor, equipment, appliances and materials and of performing all operations in
connection with water supply lines and appurtenances in strict accordance with this
section of the specifications and the applicable Drawings.
4.4.2 Materials
Material shall conform to the respective specifications and other requirements specified
hereinafter and shall be new and unused
4.4.3 Galvanized Iron Pipes and Fittings

The galvanized iron pipes shall strictly conform to BS 1387-1967 "heavy quality"
Specifications for "Steel Tubes and Tubulars suitable for screwing to BS 21 pipe
threads". All screwed pipes and sockets shall be of wrought iron have BS 1740. A
complete and uniform adherent coating of zinc white will be provided for galvanized iron
pipes and fittings.
4.4.4 Un-plasticised Polyvinyl Chloride Pipe and Fittings

Un-plasticised Polyvinyl Chloride (uPVC) and fittings if approved by the Engineer shall
confirm to BS 3505 pipes shall be class B: Pipe and fittings shall not be stored directly
exposed to sunlight handled or laid in conditions where ambient temperatures may
cause distortion or damage. In extreme conditions, pipe and fittings may have to be
stored under water.
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4.4.5 Joints for Un-plasticised Polyvinyl Chloride Pipe

Joints for unplasticised polyvinyl chloride pipe shall be the Z type consisting of a socket
with rubber gasket, or approved equal, and assembled in accordance with the pipe
manufacture’s recommendations
4.4.6 Mild Steel Pipes

The mild steel pipes shall conform to BS 1387-1967 "medium quality" Specifications for
"Steel Tubes and Tubulars". All pipes shall have thickness suitable to withstand the
working pressure as specified in the Bill of Quantities.
4.4.7 Polyethylene (P .E) Pipes and Fittings

High-density polyethylene pipes (HDPE) and fittings shall conform to ISO 4427/DIN
8075 standards. Material, diameters, wall thickness shall be as indicated in 4427/DIN
8074. Tests to be performed for pipes shall be Heat revision, Short term hydrostatic
pressure test and Tensile strength and for P.E. compounds shall be Elongation at break,
Melt flow rate and Density test.
Warning tape shall be provided for lying over P.E. pipes. It should be single fold, 0.02
inch thick and 2 inch wide, with warning for digging continuously printed in Urdu
language. The tape shall be placed one foot above the P .E. pipe.
Bricks on edge shall be placed on the P.E. pipes along its edge after it is laid in order to
avoid any damage to the pipe.
4.4.8 Sluice/Gate Valve

Valves shall be wedge gate valves conforming to British Standard Specification
5163: 1974. Ends of valves shall be suitable for the type of pipe to which the valves
will be connected. The direction of flow should be marked by arrow on the body of the
valve.
4.4.9 Check Valve

Check valve shall comply with the requirements of BSS 5153: 1974 or equivalent. The
valve shall be of swing type and shall be of quick acting single door type.
4.4.10 Approval of Materials and Equipment

Soon as practicable but within 30 days after receipt of notice to proceed and before
any materials or equipment are purchased, the Contractor shall submit for approval
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of the Engineer a complete schedule, in triplicate, of materials and equipment to

be incorporated in the work, together with the names and addresses of the
manufacturers and their catalogue cuts, diagrams, drawings, and such other descriptive
data as may be required by the Engineer. No consideration will be given to partial lists
submitted from time to time. Approval of materials and equipment with
deviations from the specifications shall not be construed as approval of the
deviations unless they are specifically brought to the notice of the Engineer.
Laboratory results and certifications, specified or otherwise required, shall be submitted
prior to delivery of the material and equipment to site.
4.5 Installation
4.5.1 Handling
Pipe and accessories shall be handled in such a manner as to ensure their delivery to
the trench in sound, un-damaged condition. If any pipe or fitting is damaged, the repair
or replacement shall be made by the Contractor at his expenses in a satisfactory
manner. No other pipe or material of any kind shall be placed inside of a pipe or fittings.
Pipe shall be carried into position and not dragged. The interior of pipe and accessories
shall be thoroughly cleaned of foreign matter before being lowered into the trench and
shall be kept clean during laying operations by plugging or other approved method.
Before installation, the pipe shall be inspected for defects. Material found to be defective
before or after laying shall be replaced with sound material without additional expense to
the Employer. Rubber gaskets that are not to be installed immediately shall be stored in
a cool dark place and protected against the direct rays of the sun.
4.5.2 Cutting of Pipe

This shall be done in a neat and workman-like manner without damage to the
pipe. Unless otherwise authorized by the Engineer or recommended by the
manufacturer, cutting shall be done with a mechanical cutter of approved type. Wheel
cutters shall be used wherever practicable.
4.5.3 Deflection
Maximum allowable deflections from a straight line or grade, as required by vertical
curves, horizontal curves, or offsets will be as recommended by the manufacturer and as
approved by the Engineer. If the alignment requires deflections in excess of the specified
limitations, special bends or a sufficient number of shorter lengths of pipe shall be
furnished to provide angular deflections within the limit set forth, as approved.
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Pipe and accessories shall be carefully lowered into the trench by means of
derrick ropes, belt slings, or other suitable equipment. Under no circumstances shall
any of the water line materials be dropped or dumped into the trench. Care shall be
taken to avoid abrasion of the pipe coating. Poles used as levers shall be of wood and
shall have broad flat faces to prevent damage to the pipe. Except where necessary in
making connections with other lines or authorized by the Engineer, pipe shall be laid with
the bells facing in the direction of laying. The full length of each section of pipe shall rest
solidly upon the pipe bed, with recesses excavated to accommodate bell coupling and
joints. Pipe that has the grade or the joint disturbed after laying shall be taken out and re-
laid. Pipe shall not be laid in water shall be kept out of the trench until the materials
in the joints have hardened or until chalking or jaunting is completed. When work is not
in progress, open ends of pipe, fittings, and valves shall be securely closed so that no
trench water, earth, or other substances will enter the pipes or fittings. Where any part of
a coating or lining is damaged, the repair shall be made by the Contractor at his
own expense in a satisfactory manner. D.I pipes shall be installed in accordance with
recommendations of the pipe manufacturer. Pipe ends left for future connections shall be
provided with valve, plugged or capped, and anchored, as shown or as directed, where
connections shall be made by using specials and fittings to suit the actual conditions.
4.5.5 Jointing
 The joints shall be in accordance with the recommendations of the
manufacturer or as approved by the Engineer.
 Connections between different types of pipes and accessories shall be

made with transition fittings where recommended by the pipe manufacturer.
 Service connections shall be made as indicated and in accordance with

the recommendations of the pipe manufacturer.
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5. ELECTRICAL WORKS
5.1 General
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26.1
The work shall consist of furnishing all equipment, materials and of performing all
operations in connection with the electrical works in strict accordance with DISCO
(MEPCO and )this section of the specifications and the design drawings, and subject
to the terms and conditions of the contract.
5.2 Scope
26.2
The scope of the document includes general requirements and specifications for
internal electrification of filtration rooms.
5.3 Building Electrical Works

5.4 Scope
26.3
26.4
The work shall include furnishing of all labor, materials, equipment’s tools and plants
as required and providing the internal electrification and other works as specified
consisting of but not limited to conduits and pipes, wires and cables, wiring
accessories light fixtures, lighting system, power distribution, fans, fittings. The
Contractor shall execute the works as shown in the design drawings specified herein,
prepare shop drawings and obtain Engineer’s approval before Execution of work, as
directed by the Engineer, the Contactor shall be responsible for proper functioning,
testing, commissioning and satisfactory operation and performance during the defect
liability/maintenance period and afterwards.
5.5 Codes and Standards

26.5
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The work shall conform to the requirements of the following Codes and Standards,
unless otherwise specified:
Standard Description
BS 89-77 Specification for direct acting indicating electrical measuring
instruments and their accessories.
BS 4553-70 PVC insulted split concentric cables with copper conductors for
electric supply.
EN1452-2/ uPVC conduits and Conduit fittings.
ISO 4422-2
BS 142-82 (P-2) General requirements for measuring relays used for protection
BS 159-57 Busbars and busbar connections.
BS 161-76 Specifications for tungsten filament lamps for general service.
BS 1853-79 Tubular fluorescent lamps for general lighting service.
BS 3871-65 Miniature air-break circuit breakers for A.C. Part I-(84) circuits.
BS 4752-77 Circuit breakers.
BS 5419-77 Specification for air-break switches, air-break disconnectors etc.
BS 6004-84 Specification for PVC insulated cables for power and lighting.
BS 6346-77 PVC – insulted cables for electricity supply.
BS 6360-81 Specification for conductors in insulated cables and cords.
BS 6500-84 Specification for insulated flexible cords and cables BS 6746-84
PVC insulation and sheath of electric cables.
CP 1013-65 Earthing.
5.6 Ambient Conditions

All material and equipment supplied and installed shall be designed, manufactured
and tested to meet the following ambient conditions unless specifically stated
otherwise for any material/equipment.
 Maximum ambient temperature:(+) 50 Degree Centigrade

 Minimum ambient temperature:(-) 2 Degree Centigrade
 Maximum relative humidity:100%
5.7 Qualifications
26.6
The Electrical works shall be carried out by licensed contractor authorized under the
provisions of Electricity Act, 1910 and the Electricity Rules 1937, as adopted and
modified by the Government of Pakistan from time to time.
The installation in general shall be carried out in conformity with the Electricity Rules
1937 and the latest edition of Pakistan standards or any equivalent International
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standards approved by WAPDA. However, in case of conflict between these

specifications and the standards, the prevailing ruling will be the one which requires
higher quality of workmanship & materials and safety to personnel or as interpreted
by the Engineer.
The Contractor shall set out the work himself and if any discrepancy is found, he shall
report the matter to the Engineer and shall act as directed. Any defective
electrification work carried out by the Contractor shall be rectified or made good by
the Contractor at his cost.
The electrical works shall keep pace with the civil works and the works of any other
discipline. The Engineer shall be kept informed about the programme and the
progress of work so that there is no hindrance in the progress of work at Site.
5.8 Inspection and Tests

26.7
a) Factory Tests
All type and routine tests on all equipment shall be performed at the manufacturer's
facility in the presence of the Engineer or his Representative. Type tests may be
waived off in case test certificates are submitted by an Engineer's approved standard
laboratory of international repute; but merely producing the test type certificates will
not relieve the manufacturer to carry out the required standard/routine tests. The
Contractor shall inform the Engineer about the date and time of test of each
equipment at least two weeks in advance. The witnessing of test by the Engineer or
his representative shall not absolve the Contractor from his responsibility for the
proper functioning of the equipment, and for furnishing the guarantees.
b) Site Tests
Upon completion of the installation, the Contractor shall perform field tests on all
equipment, materials and systems. All tests shall be conducted in the presence of the
Engineer for the purpose of demonstrating equipment or system compliance with the
Specifications. The Contractor shall furnish all tools, instruments, test equipment,
materials, etc., and all qualified personnel required for the testing, setting and
adjustment of all electrical equipment and material including putting the same into
operation. All tests shall be made with proper regard for the protection of the
personnel and equipment.
c) Insulation Resistance Test
Insulation resistance test shall be made on all electrical equipment by using a meggar
of 500 volts for circuits up to 250 volts and 1000 volt for circuits between 250 and 500
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volts. The insulation resistance values of cables shall conform to the requirements of
BS2004, BS6004, BS 6346 and Pakistan Electricity Rules. Before making
connections at the ends of each cable run or joint between cables, the insulation
resistance test of each cable section shall be made.
d) Earth Resistance Test
Earth resistance tests shall be made by the Contractor on the grounding system,
separating and reconnecting each earth connection. If it is indicated that soil
treatment or other corrective measures are required to lower the ground resistance
values, the Engineer will determine the extent of such corrective measures. The
electrical resistance of the E.C.C. together with the, resistance of the earthing leads
measured from the connection with earth electrode to any other position in the
complete installation shall not exceed one ohm.
e) Switchgear
Each circuit breaker shall be operated electrically and mechanically. All interlocks and
control circuits shall be checked for proper connections in accordance with the wiring
diagrams given by the manufacturer. Trip circuits shall be checked for correct
operation and rating of equipment served. The correct size and function of fuses,
disconnect switches, number of interlocks, indicating lights, alarms and remote-
control devices shall be in accordance with approved manufacturer drawings. Name
plates shall be checked for proper designation of equipment served.
f) Inspection Tests
The Contractor shall be responsible for submitting the test certificates and getting the
installation passed by the Electrical Inspector appointed by the Employer. Any special
requirements of the local building and or municipal authority shall also be complied
with.
5.9 Guarantee
The Contractor shall furnish written guarantee against performance of each
equipment. Such guarantee shall be for replacement and repair of a part or whole
equipment which may be found defective in material or workmanship free of cost. The
guarantee shall cover a minimum period of 12 months after commissioning of the
equipment
5.10 Submittals
26.8
All drawings of equipment, appliances, fixtures and accessories that are to be

furnished under the Contract. These shall include detailed electrical design drawings,
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wiring diagram, foundation details, etc. for all electrical switchgear, fuse gear and all
other systems. Drawings and data for each equipment to be furnished before
commencement of fabrication and manufacture, for approval of the Engineer. The
drawings to be submitted by the Contractor shall be as follows:
i. Layout Drawings showing:
 Arrangements
 Dimensional plans, elevations and front view foundation plans, anchor bolt
locations
 Bus bar locations and configurations
 Incoming and outgoing cable terminating positions terminal blocks location
 Grounding arrangement
ii. Electrical Drawings showing
 Single-line diagram
 Detailed wiring diagram
 All interconnections
 Other electrical devices including metres, instruments, motors and their wiring
diagram
 Manufacturer's installation, operation and maintenance manuals wherever
applicable.
Specimens of all wiring accessories, fittings, fixtures, conduits, pipes, wires, cables
and all the materials to be incorporated into the Works along with specifications of
each.
A list of spare parts required for one year's operation of each equipment where
deemed necessary together with unit price of each part.
5.11 Electric Power Supply for the Filtration Room

Successful bidder is required to take electric supply from the DISCO connection at
site and supply power to the filtration plants at site. Electrical distribution shall be
through a properly designed DB as per national and international standards.
Electric supply will be tapped of and recorder in a KWH meter to the distribution
board.
5.12 Low Voltage (LV) Distribution Boards
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Main Distribution Board (MDB) comprising of cubicles, frame made of sheet steel 14
SWG and doors of 16 SWG, with flexible earthing straps, degreased and derusted,
finished with electro-static powder coating of 50 micron thickness in approved color,
panel housing to comply with protection class IP-54, indoor concealed type, with
hinged door, lockable handle, all auxiliaries, internal wiring, designation labels on
MCCB, DOL containing Magnetic Contactors, Over load Relay as per motor rating
control wiring for ON-OFF Push Buttons, Indication lights, Terminal Blocks for
Remote control of Motor or for interlocking purpose, earthing bar, numbering beads
on the control wires, panel suitable for system Voltage 230 V, 50 Hz, 1 Phase and
neutral, bus bars of 99.8% purity electrolytic copper, including cost of cable
termination lugs, brass cable glands for incoming & outgoing cables, wiring from
breakers, indication lamps, instruments and control including.
All incoming and outgoing breakers shall be accessible by opening the front door
having additional M.S. sheet cover. Gaskets shall also be provided where necessary.
MCCB shall be suitable to operate without any de-rating at 50°C ambient temperature
and shall be of one make only and not a mixture of more than one make. The front
and back sides of MDB shall also have louvers at bottom and sides of panel for hot
air exhaust, complete in all respects as approved by Engineer In charge.
Typical component specifications are given below:
a) Miniature Circuit Breakers (MCBs)

The MCB shall be single pole 250 Volt and double pole 500 volts of current ratings as
mentioned in the bill of quantity. These shall have fixed magnetic short circuit and
fixed thermal overload protections. The single pole and double pole miniature circuit
breakers shall have a 6 kA and 10 kA short circuit breaking capacity as per
International standards IEC 60898.
The Miniature Circuit Breakers shall be installed such that their switching levers are
accessible through the front plate inside the distribution boards for operations. Circuit
Numbers and Designation on all circuits shall be clearly marked to facilitate
connection and maintenance. These Circuit Breakers shall be suitable for working on
lighting and power circuits.
b) Bus Bars
The bus bars shall be made of high conductivity electrolytic copper and shall be
completely isolated and mechanically braced for the specified fault level. The phase
identification of bus bars shall be by colours applied on bus bars and these shall be
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red, yellow and blue for phase and black for neutral. The earth bus bar shall be
green.
The bus bars shall be triple pole and neutral and shall be of appropriate size to meet
the electrical and mechanical requirements of the system. The temperature rise shall
not exceed 45 degrees centigrade at rated current.
c) Push Buttons
Push buttons shall be momentary make break contact type (normally open/normally
close). These shall be suitable for flush mounting. Distribution board, plastic face
plate etc. Push buttons shall have round/square head.
d) AC Voltmeters
AC Voltmeters shall be Digital type and shall be suitable for flush mounting on front
door of the Distribution Boards or DIN mounting within DB. The front dimensions for
door mounted meter shall be 96 mm Wide and 48 mm high.
e) Indicating Lamps
Indicating lamps shall be suitable for flush mounting, complete with base, either 230
Volt neon or 12 Volt incandescent lamp through auxiliary transformer and shall have
rosettes of suitable colour or as per BOQ.
5.13 LT Cables
The cable manufacturer shall be certification holder of ISO-9002 and shall be
approved by the Engineer. The main cables shall be PVC insulated, and overall PVC
sheathed, 250/440 Volt grade, designed, manufactured and certified in accordance
with IEC-60502 or other equivalent international standards.
For internal electrification system, LT cables shall be single or multicore as required

with stranded copper conductors and polyvinyl chloride heat and moisture-resistant
insulation as per latest applicable international standards.
The route of the cables shall be as shown on the drawing. Any change in route
required due to site conditions shall be made in relation with other service layout and
with the approval of the Engineer.
Standards and Parameters
The cable shall be suitable for operation at conductor temperature up to 70o C under
normal conditions.
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Conductors shall be of high purity copper wires and shall conform to the requirement
of the following BS or equivalent standard.
 BS 6346 PVC insulated cables for electricity supply

 BS 6746 PVC insulation and sheath of electric cables
 BS 6360 Conductors for insulated cables
 IEC 228 Conductors for insulated cables
 BS 6500 Insulated flexible cords
Construction Requirements
Slack shall be left in cables for which purpose the cut lengths of cables shall allow
about 3% more in the measured length between terminations (Engineer will verify the
lengths of cables). At junction boxes, ample slack shall be left to prevent straining of
cable joints.
Cables, whether installed in bare ground or in pipes shall not be bent to a radius less
than that recommended by the cable manufacturers.
Upon completion of cable installation, the Contractor will be required to undertake

testing as approved by the Engineer or the concerned department and shall comply
with IEE wiring regulations. The copies of test results shall be supplied to the
Engineer.
Cable Sizes
The sizes of LT copper conductor cables shall be as approved by the Engineer. Care
shall be taken so that voltage drop at the far end of the cable does not exceed 3% of
the nominal voltage. Cables manufactured by the reputed firms shall be used,
provided they fulfil all the requirements of the specifications.
Cable Accessories
All accessories shall be provided without additional cost for the complete cabling and
wiring system. These shall include but not be limited to items such as clamps, fixing
channels, connectors, cable joints (where necessary and as approved by the
Engineer), clips, lugs, tapes, solders, identification tags, bushes & glands etc.
5.14 Lighting System, Wiring & Material

Description
All single core PVC insulated cables for the following shall be of 250/440 volt grade
copper conductor cables:
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 Switch to point wiring

 Light point to light point wiring
 Wiring of circuits for 5 amps, 250 volt, 2 pin switch socket unit
 Wiring of push buttons & between push buttons
 Wiring of light circuits controlled by push buttons
 Wiring between light circuits controlled by push buttons
 All single core PVC insulated power cables for the following shall be copper
conductor and of 600/1000 volt grade:
 All multicore un-armored control cables shall be copper conductor and of
300/500 volt grade.
 All multicore unarmored power cables shall be copper conductor and of
600/1000 volt grade.
The light control switches, switch socket units, fan controllers, industrial socket units,
etc. shall be of following ratings;
 Light Switches rated for 5A, 250 Volt.

 Fan dimmers rated for 100W, 250 Volt.
 2 pin rated for 5A, 250 Volt.
The locations of the switch fittings & accessories such as sockets, switches etc. are
tentatively shown on the drawings. The Contractor shall ensure the exact positions
and locations of wiring accessories in coordination with other services drawings, as
per site requirements and as directed by the Engineer.
Applicable Standards
The latest editions of the following standards and codes shall be applicable for the
materials specified within the scope of this Section:
 IEC 60228 Conductors for insulated cables

 BS 6004 PVC insulated cables (non-armored) for electric power &
lighting
 BS 6346 PVC insulated cables for electricity supply
 BS 6746 PVC insulation and sheath of electric cables
 BS 6360 Conductors for insulated cables
 BS 6500 Insulated flexible cords
 BS 67 Two and three terminal ceiling roses
 BS 4934 Safety Requirements for electric fans and regulators.
Material
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All the light fixtures shall have lamps and ballasts of the wattage specified in the
BOQ. The fluorescent lamp shall be 1200 mm – 36 and 40 watts and the colour shall
generally be day light, cool day light and/ or warm white with an average output pf
2600 lumen + (5%) for 36 watts. The fluorescent lamps shall be from an approved
manufacturer conforming to BS 1853 and having a minimum useful life of 5000 hours.
The ballast shall be totally enclosed type suitable for operation on 220 V, 50 Hz,
single phase supply. A wiring diagram, wattage, voltage and current ratings shall be
printed on the body of the ballast. The power loss shall not be more than 10 watts for
40 watts ballast. The ballast shall be noiseless in operation without any whistling
sound, supported with a guarantee of trouble free life of 3 years, effective from the
date of Completion Certificate
The description of light fixtures and all relevant materials are given in these
specifications and stated in the bill of quantities. The determination of quality of the
light fixture is based on construction material, the specific shapes of the enclosure &
louver, color, finish, etc. The determination of quality of the light output of the light
fixture is based on the certified photo-metric data covering the coefficient of
utilization, light distribution curves, luminous flux output in lumens of the lamps, color
temperature of the lamps, etc.
All light fixtures shall be finished in standard color schemes as mentioned in the
manufacturer's catalogue for respective fixtures, unless specifically stated in the
specifications, drawings or bill of quantities or directed by the Engineer.
The Contractor shall submit samples of each and every type and model number of
light fixtures specified for approval of the Engineer.
b) Outlet Box
The outlet boxes for installation of switches, Dimmers and socket outlets shall be of
PVC having appropriate dimensions. The box shall have suitable arrangement for
receiving the conduit.
c) One Way Switches - Indoor type
Switches for controlling light points shall be single pole, rated for 5 Amps, 250 Volt
AC. The body of the switches shall be suitable for flush mounting on PVC back
box/outlet box. The switches shall have screw contacts and shall operate with snap
action.
d) Ceiling Fan
Ceiling fan shall be capacitor type, suitable for 250 volts single phase 50 Hz. The air
displacement shall be 330 cubic metre per minute for 1422 mm (56") sweep at
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maximum speed. The fan motor shall be capacitor type and bearing shall be groove
type to give noiseless operation. The fan dimmers rated for 100 W, 250 Volts
The fan hook shall be made of 10 mm diameter mild steel rod. It should be in the
form of a loop about 75 mm long and about 50 mm wide. The rod should be bent to
have at least 200 mm extension on both sides for tying to reinforcement steel of slab.
The fan and regulator shall be the first quality product from an approved
manufacturer.
e) Fan Regulator
Fan Controller for fan speed regulating shall be suitable for Ceiling fans, rated for 10
Amps, 250 Volt AC. The body of the fan Controller shall be suitable for flush
mounting on PVC back box/ outlet box. The fan Controller shall have ON/OFF switch
that shall operate with click action.
f) Ceiling Rose
The ceiling rose shall be suitable for 5 amps 250 volts single phase A.C. It shall have
white plastic moulded base plate, copper or brass terminals for wiring with 2.5 sq.mm
cable. The ceiling rose shall have a cover with cable inlet hole. The ceiling rose shall
not embody any fuse terminal as an integral part of it
g) Exhaust Fan
Exhaust fans shall be 12” dia. size direct driven type complete with motor, angle iron
frame, back draft dampers and mounting accessories. Blades shall be of steel and
factory adjusted for pitch. Blades of back draft damper shall have a link rod and the
design shall be such that damper remains in full open position without rattling when
the fan is operating.
5.15 Conduits & Pipes

Description
The route of conduit and pipes should be as per site requirements, specifications and
as directed by the Engineer.
Latest editions of the following standards/codes shall be applicable for the materials
in scope of this Section:
 BS 6099 PVC conduits and accessories.

 BS 3595 PVC pipes & accessories.
 BS 4346 Cement Solvent for jointing
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PVC Conduits and Accessories
The heavy gauge PVC conduits and accessories containing switch boxes shall
conform to BS6099 shall be generally used.
The PVC switch boxes bends, sockets, elbows, couplings, etc. shall conform to the
same specifications as for the conduits. The PVC bends shall have enlarged ends to
receive conduit without any reduction in the internal diameter at joint. Manufactured
smooth bends shall be used where conduit changes direction. Bending of conduits by
heating or otherwise will not be allowed in any situation. The use of sharp 90-degree
bends and tees will not be allowed for concealed wiring.
The round PVC junction boxes for ceiling light or fan points shall have minimum
dimensions of 63-mm diameter and depth. The junction boxes for wall light points
shall have minimum dimensions of 63-mm diameter and 38 mm deep. Round junction
boxes shall be provided with one piece PVC cover plate fixed to the box by means of
brass screws.
5.16 Earthing Protection

Description
The earthing system consists of earth electrodes, earthing leads, earth connecting
points, earth continuity conductors and all accessories necessary for the satisfactory
operation of the associated electrical system.
The latest editions of following standards/codes shall be applicable for the materials
in scope of this section: -
 BS 951 Earthing Clamps

 CP 1013 Earthing
 BS 2874 Nuts, bolts, washers, screws & rivets fixing for use on
Copper
 BS 1433 Hard drawn bare copper conductor for earthing
 BS 6346 PVC insulated cables
Material and Execution
The grounding system shall consist of earth electrodes, earth connecting points,
earthing leads, earth continuity conductors and all accessories necessary for the
satisfactory operation of the associated electrical system. The earthing system shall
also comply with the requirements of BS 7430:2011
A bore is drilled up to slush level 2’’ Dia GI pipe with GI Tee is hanged inside the
bore. Stranded bare copper conductor of 16 mm 2 is tied to ¾ inch Dia 6 ft. long Cu
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rod and placed in the bore. A mixture of half kg each of charcoal and ammonium
chloride and one kg of sodium chloride is poured inside the pipe along with water so
that the mixture settles down in the depression around the Cu rod. Conductor is
drawn from the outlet of the tee and 2’’ GI cap is placed on the tee. An earth pit is
excavated around the bore and covering it with a concrete slab at the finished floor
level.
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6. FILTRATION PLANTS
6.1 Treatment Plants
The specifications for water filtration plants equipment and processes contained in
these specifications are so far considered to be necessary to achieve the required
quality of treated water. These are to be regarded as the minimum requirements and
the contractor shall include for such other treatment as he considers necessary.
6.2 Filtration Plants
The feed water quality test results carried out so far indicate the presence of the
following impurities.
- Aesthetic Contamination,
- Biological Contamination,
- Chemical Contamination (Arsenic, Fluoride, Hardness etc) and
- High Total Dissolved Solids.
The water supply schemes with TDS < 1000 mg/liter will be considered with specific
treatment solutions. The specification of these plants is given in the following
paragraphs.
6.3 Ultra-filtration Plants

Pretreatment shall be provided for removal of suspended chemical impurities.
Pretreatment shall also reduce those contaminants that would adversely affect [i.e.
reduce] the life of downstream UF membrane. Following types and capacities of the
filtration plants shall be considered.
a. Ultrafiltration Plant 4,000 liters/hr
b. Ultrafiltration Plant 2,000 liters/hr,
c. Ultrafiltration Plant 1000 liters/hr
Ultra-Filtration (UF) plants will be installed at non-brackish sites where Total Dissolved
Solids are below 1000 mg/L and feed water is contaminated with chemical and
biological impurities. These plants shall comprise of those processes that shall produce
product water as per the WHO standards. These processes can include but not be
limited to pre-filtration, arsenic/fluoride/nitrate/hardness/iron/manganese removal,
carbon filtration and Ultra filtration. An activated carbon filter shall be installed for the
removal of taste and odor compounds as well as other organic impurities. More details
on these processes are given below.
6.4 Design Criteria
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These UF plants shall be powered grid energy as primary source.

The design methodology for all UF Filtration Plants shall be rendered to the
Engineer for approval
6.4.1 Pre-filtration/ Sand /Anthracite

Pre filtration shall be provided for the removal of the suspended solids / colloids which
are present in the water. Pre-filtration will also reduce the load on Ultra-filtration and
protect the membrane from being damaged, thus increasing the membrane life. The
silica sand shall conform to AWWA B100, including acid solubility requirement,
except as modified or supplemented herein. The specification shall include the
following:
- Filter media : Anthracite/Silica Sand

- Vessel material : FRP
- Suspended solid removal : Below 100 micron
- Acid solubility : Less than 5 percent
- Specific gravity : 2.60 ≥ 2.65
- Effective size for sand : 0.6 to 0,8 mm
- Anthracite : 0,8 to 1,6 mm
- Uniformity Coeff. : 1.7 to 2.2
- Backwash : Automatic, through PLC /
Controller
- Certification : NSF/ equivalent of EURO / Japan
6.4.2 Activated Carbon Filtration
The media used in this filter, shall meet the following minimum requirements.
- Raw material : coconut shells

- Bulk density : 5 g/cm3
- Hardness No. : 80
- Iodine No. : Minimum 1000
- Ash content : 5%
- Surface area : 800 m2/g
6.4.3 Washable Screen Filter:

The filter shall meet the following minimum requirements:
- Material : Stainless Steel
- Suspended solid removal : 20 – 150 micron
6.4.4 Cartridge Filters:
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Cartridge filter of 1 µm shall be added before the UF unit.

6.4.5 Ultrafiltration Membranes:
Ultra-filtration consists of a semi-permeable membrane. The purpose of ultra-filtration
is to remove all types of micro-organisms as well as TSS. The technical specifications
shall meet the following minimum requirements.
- UF modules : Scalable in accordance with the site flow rates
- Type of membranes : High resistance Hollow Fiber
- Material of membranes : PES or PVDF
- Cleaning system of membranes: Automatic self-cleaning (Auto flush) and back

flush automated through PLC / Controller.
- Sealing of membranes : Materials independently tested and Certified for

use in water destined for human consumption. Membranes and methods used to seal
membranes into housings, containers or casings must independently be tested and
certified together as a system to meet the microbiological requirements.
- Pore Size : ≤ 0.02µm

- Cleaning frequency : Adjustable by PLC or Controller
- Cleaning time : Adjustable by PLC or Controller
- Material of casing : Materials independently tested and
Certified for use in water destined for
human consumption.
- Bacteria removal efficiency: 99.9999% (log 6)
- Viruses removal efficiency: 99.99% (log 4)
6.4.6 FRP Vessels for Sand, Activated Carbon and Chemical Reduction
Filtration:
FRP vessel shall meet the following minimum requirements:
- Material : polyester or vinyl ester

- Maximum Operating Pressure : 150 psi
- Maximum Operating Temperature : 50oC
- Certification : NSF / equivalent of EURO /
Japan
- For filtration speed : 8-10 m/h
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6.4.7 Stainless Steel Skid

The Stainless Steel Skid shall meet but not limited to the following specification:
- Stainless Steel Grade : SS 304
- Minimum Size : As per proposed design
6.4.8 Chemical Reduction Filters

These filter(s) shall be installed to treat the specified chemical contamination as
according the design parameters found in the feed water. It is observed that feed
water may be contaminated with any of the following chemical pollutants:
 Arsenic
 Fluoride
 Nitrate
 Hardness
 Iron & Manganese
6.4.9 Arsenic removal filter shall be installed with the main plant conforming
to the following requirement.
- Filter Vessel : FRP
- Filter media : Granular Ferric Hydroxide (compliant
with
BS EN 15029:2012 standard / equivalent or Activated Alumina compliant with BS
EN 13753:2009 standard / equivalent
Time-clock control programmer : PLC / Controller system
6.4.10 Fluoride Removal Filter

The fluoride shall be removed from the water by Activated Alumina or other to meet
the product water quality. This shall be used as adsorbent for the removal and shall
meet the following minimum requirements.
- Time-clock control programmer : PLC/ Controller system
- Certification : NSF / equivalent of EURO / Japan
6.4.11 Nitrate Removal Filter
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If the feed water contains nitrate and the total dissolved solids are less than 1000
mg/liter, nitrate shall be removed through ion-exchange process. For this purpose
strong base anionic resins shall be used, with the following minimum design
parameters.
- Feed water loading rate : < 300 L/ minute. m3

- Depth of resin bed : > 0.6 m
- Time-clock control programmer : PLC/ Controller system
6.4.12 Hardness Reduction Filter

The hardness from the water shall be removed through ion-exchange process. For this
purpose strong acid cationic resin, which shall meet the following minimum requirement.
The process comprise of the following:

- Ion exchange media : Sulphonated polystyrene beads /
Equivalent, approved from client
- Recharging of saturated : through Chemical/Salt (NaCl)
- Time-clock control programme : PLC system
6.4.13 Iron and Manganese
Excess iron and manganese shall be removed by the most appropriate and efficient
methods (such as oxidation process etc).
6.4.14 Flow Meter

A variable area Rota meters shall be installed to measure the flow of feed/permeate
water. Flow meter shall be of transparent acrylic material with Stainless Steel float
with graduations on them to show proper flow. Flow meter shall be capable of
covering the full range of flow.
6.4.15 Water Meter

Water meter shall be of multi jet/turbine type with a pulse generator with a maximum
frequency of 1pulse/ 10Liters. Body of water meter shall be of Cast iron with threaded
connections and a minimum pressure rating of PN10. Water meter shall have a
totalizer installed on permeate line.
6.4.16 Pressure Gauge
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All installed pressure gauges shall be bourdon spring type with Stainless Steel (SS),
304 casing and a minimum diameter of 2.5". All gauges shall be damping fluid filled
having back connection and border for easy fitting on the panel.
6.4.17 For addition of various chemicals like acid, antiscalant, etc.

- Dosing Pumps Qty : As required
- Flow Rate : as required
- Resistance Pressure : as system requirement
- Diaphragm : PTFE-EPDM Composite
- Enclosure : IP65 (NEMA 4X)
- Insulation Class : B
- Electric Connections : 230V/50Hz
- Material : Suction, Injection Valves, Foot Valve
etc.
6.4.18 Product Water Tank
The Polyethylene water storage tank shall meet but not limited to the
following specification:
- Material : Food Grade, Polyethylene, Anti UV Black
- Working Temperature : -20 to 60oC
- Wall Thickness : Approx. 4 to 5.0 mm
6.5 Filtration Plants

PHED (Client) has conducted sampling and testing of 1807 water supply schemes
through PCRWR. These results will be provided to Contractor. Contractor will re-ensure
the results by conducting resampling and testing of awarded water supply schemes and
will submit results to the Client for approval of appropriate treatment.
Considering the impurities, these three categories of water pollution will be treated in
the Packaged Plants, for removal of the contaminations. The specification of these
plants and their possible components are given in the paragraphs described here-
over.
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A. Filtration Units using Sand Filter and Active Carbon Filter, Capacity
4000 L/h
Mounting FRP Vessel Pad
Filtration Rate 10 m/h
Backwash rate 30 m / h
Backwashing Time Through PLC/Adjustable by Local Timer
0.8 - 1.0 mm
Sand Effective Size UC 1.4 - 1.7
Depth 0.6 - 1.0 m

Vessel FRP
Feed pump Centrifugal type , eff > 60%
Vessel diameter /height Minimum 800 mm / 1600 mm
Piping for units PE or PVC PN 25

Activated Carbon Filtration
Empty Bed Contact Time (EBCT) 5 Minutes
Backwash Rate 25 m/h
Coconut shell, Wood, bituminous coal,
Base Material lignite
Effective Size 1.2 -1.6 mm

Uniformity Coefficient ≤ 1.9
Surface Area 900-1050 m2/g
Vessel Material FRP
Vessel diameter /height Minimum 800 mm/1600 mm

-Clean water storage tank 4 hours of a day
Bacteria Below Detection Level
B. Filtration Units using Sand Filter and Active Carbon Filter, Capacity
2000 L/h
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Backwashing Time Adjustable by Local Timer
0.8 - 1.0 mm
Depth 0.6 - 1.0 m

Vessel FRP
Vessel diameter /height Minimum 600 mm / 1600 mm


Base Material Coconut shell, Wood, bituminous coal,
lignite
Surface Area 500 m2/g

Vessel Material FRP

Clean water storage tank 4 hours of a day
C. Filtration Units using Sand Filter and Active Carbon Filter, Capacity 1000 L/h
Backwashing Time Adjustable by Local Timer
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0.8 - 1.0 mm
Depth 0.6 - 1.0 m

Vessel FRP
Vessel diameter /height Minimum 400mm /1600 mm


Base Material Coconut shell, Wood, bituminous coal,
lignite
Surface Area 500 m2/g

Vessel Material FRP

Replacement On depletion of the adsorption capacity
Clean water storage tank 4 hours of a day

6.6 Ultrafiltration Plants

Design criteria for various types of UF filter plants to be used, depending upon the
type of contamination as per water quality test results, will be as given in the table
below:
Parameter Range of Typical values
Mounting On skid, material SS304
Pretreatment
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Feed pump Centrifugal type
Screen Filter with Automatic washing 20 to 150 µm

Active Carbon Filtration Separate module
UF Membranes
Membrane Type High Resistance, Hollow Fiber (Compliant
to NSF Certification or equivalent to
EURO / Japan
Permeate flux (Pressurized) 40-300 L/m2 h
Trans membrane pressure (TMP) <1,0 bar
Area of membrane per module 5,8-9 m2per module

Modules per rack 1-10
Piping for unit PVC/HDPE PN 25
Magnetic Valves where needed DN 25/32
Module dimensions
Membrane Type 4100 and 4150 UF/MB – IMT or equal
Diameter 100-300 mm
Length 1142-1642 mm
Filter run duration 30-60 min
Backwash
Duration 1 - 5 min
Pressure 2-4 bar
Flow rate 120-250 L/h/m2
Backwashing Time Adjustable by PLC
Time between chemical cleaning 10 -150 d
Duration of Chemical Cleaning 1-5h

Cleaning chemicals Citric acid and Sodium hypochlorite
Dosing pump During membrane rinsing
Waste Disposal Wastewater Drain / Soakage Well
6.6.1 Ultra-filtration for 4000 L/h
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Pretreatment
Screen Filter with Automatic washing 10 µm

Active Carbon Filtration Seprate Module
UF Membranes
to NSF Certification, equivalent to EURO /
Japan
Area of membrane per module 9 m2per module

Modules per rack 2
Module dimensions
Membrane Type IMT/DOW/INGE/LEGIO/Eq. as pproved

from
Diameter OD 125 mm
Length 1700 mm
Backwash
Duration 1 - 5 min
Pressure 2-4 bar
Time between chemical cleaning 10-150 days

Wastewater Disposal Nearby Drain / Soakage Well
6.6.2 Ultrafiltration 2000 L/h
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Pretreatment

Active Carbon Filtration Cartridge Type 20 inch
UF Membranes
to NSF Certification / equivalent EURO /
Japan
Area of membrane per module 9 m2per module

Modules per rack 2
Module dimensions
Membrane Type IMT/DOW/INGE/LEGIO/Eq.
Diameter OD 125 mm
Length 1700 mm
Backwash
Duration 1 - 5 min
Pressure 2-4 bar
Time between chemical cleaning 10 -150 d

Water Disposal Nearby Drain / Soakage Well
6.6.3 Ultra Filtration Plant 1000 l/h
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Pretreatment

Active Carbon Filtration Cartridge Type 20 inch
UF Membranes
to NSF Certification / equivalent EURO /
Japan
Permeate flux (Pressurized) 250 L/m2 h
Area of membrane per module 4.25 m2per module

Modules per rack 2
Module dimensions
Membrane Type IMT/DOW/INGE/LEGIO/Eq.
Diameter OD 125 mm
Length 950 mm
Backwash
Duration 1 - 5 min
Pressure 2-4 bar
Flow rate 250 L/h/m2
Time between chemical cleaning
10 -150 d
Clean Water Storage Tank 1/3 of a Day
Nearby Drain / Soakage Well
Waste Disposal
6.7 Granular Ferric Hydroxide for Arsenic Removal
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Waterborne arsenic is a major cause of disease and has been found in abundant
quantity in many part of the Punjab as identified by water quality analysis and testing.
It is the only contaminant that has been shown to be the cause of human cancers
following exposure through drinking water. Besides cancer of the skin, lung and
bladder and probably liver, arsenic is responsible for a range of adverse effects,
including hyperkeratosis and peripheral vascular disease. WHO for drinking water
has set a provisional guideline value of 0.01 mg/l based on the practical limit of
achievability.
Granular ferric hydroxide is used widely for removal of arsenic removal from drinking
water. Arsenic removal shall be done in case necessary as pre-treatment, conforming
to the following requirement using granular ferric hydroxide as removal media.
Parameters Range of Typical Values
Media Size 0.32 – 2.0 mm

Grain Density 1.19 g/cm3
Bulk Density 1100 g/l
Filtration speed 10 m/h
Absorption Capacity 15 g/kg (GEH)
Backwash speed 20 m/h (50% expansion)
pH range 7–8
Specific Surface Area 250 – 300 m2/g (Dry Weight)
Filter Vessel FRP
Oxidation of As III to As V with oxygen (air), Chlorine, ClO2 or
KMnO4
Granular Ferric Hydroxide, (compliant
Filter media with
BS EN 15029:2012 for drinking water
treatment) or Activated Alumina (compliant
with BS EN 13753 :2009 for drinking water
treatment)
Certification NSF Certification / equivalent EURO / Japan
Process Control Adjustable by PLC/ Local Timer
6.7.1 Granular Ferric Hydroxide for Arsenic Removal 4000 l/h

Arsenic removal shall be done in case necessary as pre-treatment.
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Backwash speed 20 – 25 m/h (50% expansion)
pH range 7–8
Filter Vessel FRP
Diameter / height Minimum 600 mm / 1600 mm
Oxidation of AsIII to AsV with oxygen (air) or Chlorine, ClO2, KMnO4
Granular Ferric Hydroxide, (compliant with

Filter
BS EN 15029:2012 for drinking water
media : treatment) or Activated Alumina (compliant
treatment)
Certification NSF Certification, equivalent EURO / Japan


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pH range 7–8
Filter Vessel FRP
Oxidation of AsIII to AsV with oxygen (air) or Chlorine, ClO2,
KMnO4
Filter BS EN 15029:2012 for drinking water
media :
treatment)
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pH range 7-8
Specific Surface Area Minimum 250 – 300 m2/g (Dry Weight)
Filter Vessel FRP
Diameter / height 400 mm / 1600 mm
Oxidation of AsIII to AsV with oxygen (air) or Chlorine, ClO2,
KMnO4
Filter media : BS EN 15029:2012 for drinking water
treatment)
Process Control Adjustable by Local Timer
6.8 Activated Alumina (AA) absorbent for Fluoride Removal

High intakes of fluoride can give rise to dental fluorosis, an unsightly brown mottling of
teeth, but higher intakes result in skeletal fluorosis, a condition arising from increasing
bone density and which can eventually lead to fractures and crippling skeletal
deformity.
This is a major cause of morbidity and can manifest itself at a relatively early age with
the result that affected individuals cannot work properly and may be economically as
well as physically disadvantaged for life. Many factors appear to influence the risk of
such adverse effects, including volume of drinking water, nutritional status and,
particularly, fluoride intake from other sources. WHO for drinking water has set a
provisional guideline value of 1.5 mg/l based on the practical limit of achievability.
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The fluoride shall be removed from the water by Activated Alumina (AA) or other to
meet the product water quality. This shall be used as adsorbent for the removal and
Empty Bed Contact Time (EBCT) 5 Min (Minimum)

Fluoride Capacity of AA 8 g /kg
Media Size 0.29 - 0.50 mm
Bulk Density 600 kg/m3
Specific Surface Area 300 -350 m2/g (Dry Weight)
Bed Depth 0.9 - 1.85 m
Backwashing 20 m/h for 50 % bed expansion
Backwashing Time 10 -15 Minutes
Vessel Material Fiber Reinforced Plastic (FRP)
Activated Alumina (compliant with BS EN
Filter media : 13753 :2009 for drinking water
treatment)
Process Control PLC/ Adjustable by Local Timer
Certification NSF Certification /equivalent EURO /
Japan
6.8.1 Activated Alumina (AA) absorbent for Fluoride Removal 4000 l/h
The fluoride shall be removed from the water by Activated Alumina (AA) or other to
meet the product water quality. This shall be used as adsorbent for the removal and

Media Size 0.50 – 2 mm
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Filter Vessel FRP

Filter media : 13753 :2009 for drinking water treatment)

Certification NSF Certification, equivalent EURO /
Japan
The fluoride shall be removed from the water by Activated Alumina (AA) or
other to meet the product water quality. This shall be used as adsorbent for the
removal and shall meet the following minimum requirements.

Media Size 0.50 – 2 mm
Filter Vessel FRP
treatment)
Certification NSF Certification/ equivalent EURO /
Japan
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The fluoride shall be removed from the water by Activated Alumina (AA) or
other to meet the product water quality. This shall be used as adsorbent for
the removal and shall meet the following minimum requirements.

Media Size 0.50 - 2mm
Filter Vessel FRP
treatment)

Certification NSF Certification / equivalent to EURO /
Japan
6.8.4 Removal of Iron and Manganese

Iron and manganese are not dangerous for human consumption, but are influencing
the taste of the potable water, giving it a bitter and metallic taste. Furthermore Iron
and Manganese can be oxidized by chlorine, chlorine dioxide or air in order to form
Iron hydroxide and to be filtered off over Gravel. This last process could be easier
when combined with pre-filtration processes.
Oxidants Requirement Continuous process
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Chlorine OR KMnO4
Filtration (Pressure Filters)
Filtration Media Green Sand or Equivalent
Filtration Rate 10 - 20 m/h
Effective Green sand Media Size < 0.3 mm
Vessel Fiber Reinforced Plastics (FRP)
Certification NSF Certification / equivalent EURO /
Japan
6.8.5 Green Sand for Removal of Iron & Manganese 4000 l/h
Capacity 4000 L/h
Dosing Equipment for KMnO4 or Cl2

Fill height 0.8 m
Vessel diameter / Cylindrical height 700 mm / 1600 mm
Japan
Parameter Range of Typical Values

s FRP Vessel Pad
Mounting
Capacity 2000 L/h
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Fill height 0.8 m

Japan
Capacity 1000 L/h

Fill height 0.8 m
Japan
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6.9 Removal of Nitrate and Nitrite

Nitrate can cause Methaemoglobinemia, or blue-baby syndrome in bottle-fed infants
under three months of age. However, when nitrite is also present this must also be
taken into account, since it is about 10 times as potent a Methaemoglobinemia agent
as nitrate. WHO for drinking water has set a provisional guideline maximum value of
50 mg/l (as N) for nitrate and nitrite level.
Strong base anionic resin filter is used to remove nitrate, arsenic and perchlorate
ions from the raw water stream. Its exchange capacity ranges from 0.8-1 meq/mL.
When the capacity of this resin is exhausted, it is regenerated by using NaCl after a
certain period of time.
If raw water contains nitrate and the total dissolved solids are less than 1000 mg/liter,
nitrate shall be removed through ion-exchange process. For this purpose strong base
anionic resins shall be used, with the following minimum design parameters. Nitrite will
also be taken out after oxidation with Chlorine.

Hydraulic Loading Rate Max 40 m3/m3/h
Depth of Resin Bed >0.9 m
Resin type strong anionic
Operation linear velocity 25 m/h
Bed expansion at loading 5%
Backwash Rate 5-6 m/h
Backwash Duration Approx 20 min
Bed expansion at backwash 80%
Regeneration chemical NaCl
Concentration of regeneration 8-10 %
pH Range 0 – 14
Resin Capacity 0.6 -0.8 mg eq/l
TDS < 1000 mg/l

Treated water Quality Increased Chloride level
Process Control PLC/ Local time control
Waste Characteristics Brine containing NO3& excess NaCl
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Waste Disposal Disposal into the sanitary sewerage

system
Japan
6.9.1 Removal of Nitrate and Nitrite for 4000 L/h

anionic resins shall be used, with the following minimum design parameters. Nitrite
will also be taken out after oxidation with Chlorine.

Capacity 4000 l/h
Depth of Resin Bed 0.8 m
Vessel diameter/ height Min 350 mm / 1800 mm
Regeneration Chemical NaCl
Regeneration flow 0.5 m3/h (for 20 min.)
pH Range 0 – 14
Resin Capacity 0,6 -0.8 mg eq/l
TDS < 1000 mg/l


system
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Japan
6.9.2 Removal of Nitrate and Nitrite For 2000 L/h


Capacity 2000 l/h
Vessel diameter/height Min 350 mm / 1800 mm
Regeneration Chemical NaCl
Regeneration flow 0.5 m3/h (for 20 min.)
pH Range 0 – 14
TDS < 1000 mg/l

Process Control Local time control

system

Japan
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6.9.3 Removal of Nitrate and Nitrite for 1000 L/h


Capacity 1000 l/h
Vessel diameter/ height Min 250 mm / 1800 mm
Regeneration NaCl
Regeneration Dose 220 Kg of NaCl /m3 of Resin
regeneration flow 0.25 m3/h (for 20 min.)
pH Range 0 – 14
TDS < 1000 mg/l


system
Japan
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regeneration NaCl
regeneration Dose 220 Kg of NaCl /m3 of Resin
regeneration flow 0.25 m3/h (for 20 min.)
pH Range 0 – 14
TDS < 1000 mg/l


system
Certification NSF Certification, equivalent to EURO /
Japan
6.10 Reduction of Hardness

Strong acid cationic resin filter is used to remove/reduce hardness, from the raw
water stream. Its exchange capacity 2 mg eq/mL Min. When the capacity of this resin
is exhausted, it is regenerated by using NaCl after a certain period of time. If raw water
contains magnesium, calcium and hardness > 500mg/l while total dissolved solids are
less than 1000 mg/liter, hardness shall be removed through ion-exchange process. For
this purpose strong acid cationic resins shall be used, with the following minimum design
parameters.

Hydraulic Loading Rate 10-45 m3/m3/h
Resin type strong cationic
Bed expansion at loading 8-10%
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Backwash Duration Approx 3 0 - 6 0 min
Regeneration NaCl / HCl
Concentration of regeneration NaCl: 8-10 %, HCl 4-5%
pH Range 0 – 14
Resin Capacity 2.0 mg eq/ml min
TDS < 1000 mg/l

system

Japan
6.10.1 Reduction of Hardness for 1000, 2000 and 4000 L/h

If raw water contains magnesium, calcium and hardness > 500mg/l while total dissolved
solids are less than 1000 mg/liter, hardness shall be removed through ion-exchange
process. For this purpose strong acid cationic resins shall be used, with the following
minimum design parameters.

Hydraulic Loading Rate 10-45 m3/m3/h
Resin type strong cationic
Bed expansion at loading 8-10%
Backwash Duration Approx 3 0 - 6 0 min
Regeneration Chemical NaCl / HCl
Concentration of regeneration NaCl: 8-10 %, HCl 4-5%
pH Range 0 – 14
Resin Capacity 2.0 mg eq/ml min
TDS < 1000 mg/l
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system

Japan
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7. PUMPING EQUIPMENT AND O&M INSTRUCTIONS
7.1 General
7.1.1 Work Included
This Sub-section covers the general requirements for designing, manufacturing, shop
testing, commissioning, furnishing, installing, painting, placing in satisfactory
operating conditions in the location, testing and quantities shown on the Drawings
with the specified duties and warranty of devices, appurtenances for the satisfactory
operation of the pumping equipment. All the pumps shall be selected for the prime
operation on Electric Grid utility power.
7.1.2 Ultra-Filtration Plants

This plant will be required to deliver 1000, 2000 AND 4000 L/hr of product water. The
contractor must design the pumps for appropriate duty.
7.1.3 Reference Standards
ASTM - A 27 Standard Specification for Steel Castings, Carbon, for General

Application
ASTM - A 240 Heat Resisting Chromium and Chromium - Nickel Stainless Steel
Plates
ASTM - A 276 Standard Specification for Stainless Steel Bars and Shapes
ASTM- A 105 Standard Specification for Carbon Steel Forgings for Piping
Applications
ASTM - A 743 Castings, Iron - Chromium, Iron – Chromium - Nickel, Corrosion
Resistant, for General Application
ASTM- A 193 Alloy-Steel and Stainless Steel Bolting for High Temperature or
High Pressure Service
ASTM- A 194 Specification for Carbon and Alloy Steel Nuts for Bolts For High
Pressure Or High Temperature Service
ASTM- A 570 Standard Specification for Steel, Sheet and Strip, Carbon, Hot-
Rolled
ASTM-D 1785 Specification for polyvinyl chloride (PVC) Plastic pipe, Schedule
40, 80 and 120
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ASTM-D 2564 Specification for solvent cements for polyvinyl chloride (PVC)
Plastic piping systems
HI - E 35.01 Hydraulic Institutes - Standard for Centrifugal Pumps
7.1.4 Design Criteria

A. The pumps shall be designed in accordance with applicable requirements of
Hydraulic Institute Standards.
B. Contractor shall check the design duties of each equipment, analyze system
pressure loss, hydraulic transients for normal and emergency conditions.
C. Each equipment shall be suitable for rendering intended duties individually as
well as part of the system under the Project's climatic and environmental
conditions.
D. Pumps shall be suitable for operating un-attended and remotely controlled.
7.1.5 Submittals
Shop drawings: Indicate general assembly, components, dimensions, weights,
clearances and methods of assembly.
Product Data: Provide manufacturer's literature including general assembly, certified

pump curves showing performance characteristics with pump and system, operating
point indicated, NPSH curve, controls, wiring diagrams and service connections
System design and pressure loss calculations.
Manufacturer's Installation Instructions: Including handling, storage and start-up

instructions for pumping system. Manufacturers recommended spare parts and tools
list.
Manufacturer's Certificate: Certifying that pumps meet or exceed specified

requirements at specified operating conditions.
Field Reports: Submit as directed by the Engineer.
7.1.6 Materials
General
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All the pumps parts, unless otherwise specified shall be of standard materials of the
manufacturer, suitable for the specified operating conditions and contents of the feed
water/media attached hereof duly approved by Client and the Engineer.
All materials shall be new and of first-class quality, suitable for the purpose, free from
defects and imperfections.
Material for pump and valve parts coming in contact with pumped water shall be
selected such as no part renders any harmful effect to the water for human
consumption.
Materials of pump and valve parts shall be compatible with the corrosive and / or
abrasive properties of the pumped water.
All materials or parts used in the equipment shall be tested, unless otherwise directed
in conformity with applicable methods prescribed by the ASTM for mechanical,
fracture, corrosion, fatigue, erosion, effect of temperature, metallography and
chemical analysis, or such other organization as may be specifically required, and
generally in accordance with the best commercial methods. When requested, tests
shall be made in the presence of the Engineer, stocked material may be used,
provided evidence is furnished to show that such material meets the requirements as
specified herein.
Certified material test reports shall be furnished as soon as possible after the tests
are made. The test certificates shall identify the component for which the material is
to be used and shall contain all information necessary to verify compliance with the
Contract Documents.
7.1.7 Operation and Maintenance Data
Operation Data: Include manufacturer's instructions, start-up data, and trouble-

shooting check lists for pumps, pump motors and controls.
Maintenance Data: Include manufacturer's literature, cleaning procedures,

replacement parts lists, and repair data for pumps, pump motors and controls.
7.1.8 Quality Assurance
A. Perform work in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendation.
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B. Maintain one copy of document on Site.
7.2 Tests
7.2.1 Shop Tests
The pumps shall be assembled completely in the shop to ensure correct fitting of all
parts and shall be match marked before shipment, unless the pump is shipped
completely assembled, to ensure correct assembly in the field. The pump casing shall
be tested hydrostatically under a pressure equal to 150 percent of either the sum of
the pump shut off head plus the maximum suction head or the maximum working
pressure whichever is greater.
The hydrostatic test pressure shall be held for not less than 30 minutes after all leaks
have been stopped.
The pumps shall be tested by and at the expense of the Contractor to establish that
the performance requirements of these Specifications and the Contractor's
guarantees have been fulfilled. The pumps shall be tested in the manufacturer's shop
and the performance tests shall be made with the entire pumping unit. Readings shall
be taken at a minimum of five capacity points, including one point with plus or minus
2 percent of capacity specified.
The tests shall be conducted in accordance with the accepted practices at full speed
and unless otherwise specified, the procedure and instruments used shall conform to
the latest applicable standards of the Hydraulic Institute Test Code, Centrifugal Pump
Section. The test shall be carried out in the presence of the representatives of the
Client and the Engineer.
The test shall cover:
A. Determination of the total head.
B. Determination of rate of water pumped.
C. Measurement of input to the pump or output of the motor.
D. Determination of pump efficiency.
E. Preparation of characteristic curve showing pump efficiency, flow and head.
F. Measurement of reverse runaway speed.

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G. Determination of NPSH required.
H. Minimum submergence required.
7.2.2 Operational Tests

Operational tests may be performed by the Client on the pump before the pump is
placed in service. If so desired by the Client / Engineer, the tests shall be repeated
one month before the expiry of the Maintenance Period.
7.2.3 Performance Tests, Capacity and Efficiency
General: Within two weeks after the operation of the pump has been approved by
Client, as provided in the Contract, the pumps shall be tested by and at the expense
of the Contractor to determine whether the equipment meets the guarantees as
given. If so desired by the Client / Engineer, the tests shall be repeated one month
before the expiry of the Maintenance Period.
Provision in Case of Damage or Wear: Prior to the tests, the pumps will be
inspected by the Engineer and the Contractor. Should such inspection disclose any
damage or wear has taken place the Contractor shall rectify such damages at his
own cost.
Capacity and Efficiency Tests: The capacity and efficiency of the pump will be
determined for as many different heads within the range of operating heads as
possible. The capacities and efficiency at the guaranteed conditions will be
determined from smooth curves drawn through the test points.
Conduct of the Tests: The tests will be conducted in accordance with latest
applicable standards of the U.S. "Hydraulic Institute Test Code, Centrifugal Pump
Section".
Determination of Rate of Flow: The rate of flow of water through the pump will be
determined by the properly calibrated rate of flow indicator furnished with the pump.
Determination of Total Head: Total head on the pump (H) will be the difference
between the pressure elevation at the pump discharge and the pressure elevation
near the entrance to the suction elbow, both corrected for velocity head. All
measurements will be determined by the instruments furnished with pump.
Determination of Power: The electrical input to the motor will be measured by using
accurate, sensitive and calibrated, test instruments connected to the permanently
installed instrument transformers or as directed by the Engineer. The input to the
pump will be the measured input to the motor minus the mechanical and electrical
losses in the motor. The losses in the motor will be determined by separate tests in
accordance with the latest standards and test codes of the Institute of Electrical and
Electronic Engineers, Inc; and the American National Standards Institute.
Determination of Efficiency Curve: The efficiency curve of the pump will be
determined from smooth curves of the input, head and rate of flow of water, all as
determined in accordance with the above sub-paragraphs.
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Runaway Tests: The pumps will be subject to runaway tests & witnessed by the
Engineer. The tests will be performed under normal operating conditions by
interrupting the power supply.
7.2.4 Delivery, Storage and Handling

 Deliver, store, protect and handle products according to Manufacturer's
Instructions.
 Accept pumps and components at site in factory packing. Inspect for damage.
Comply with manufacturers rigging and installation instructions.
 Protect pumps and components from physical damage, including effects of
weather, water and construction debris.
 Provide temporary inlet and outlet caps, and maintain in place until installation.
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7.3 Products
7.3.1 Pumps
AWWA E103-15 Horizontal and Vertical Line-Shaft

Pumps
This standard provides minimum requirements for the horizontal centrifugal
pumps and vertical line-shaft pumps for installation in wells, water treatment
plants, water transmission systems, and water distribution systems should
conform to AWWA-E103-15.
Pumps described in this standard are intended for pumping freshwater having
a pH range between 5.5 and 10.0, a temperature range from 33°F to 125°F, a
maximum chloride content of 250 mg/L, and a maximum suspended solids
content of 1,000 mg/L, and that is either potable or will be treated to become
potable.
Pumps covered by this standard.
Driver power range: 10 hp to 1,500 hp (7 kW to 1,100 kW).

Rate of flow (at BEP): 100 gpm to 40,000 gpm (23 m3/hr to 9,100 m3/hr).
Maximum discharge pressure ratings. The maximum steady-state pressure at

the pump discharge (which considers the suction pressure, possible operation
for short periods at shutoff head, and the elevation of the discharge) is limited
to the pressure rating for the ANSI/AWWA C207 class of flange shown for the
pump types described below.
1. For horizontal pumps:
• Discharge 42 in. (1,067 mm) and larger: Class E (275 psig, 1,900 kPa).
• Discharge smaller than 42 in.: Class F (300 psig, 2,100 kPa).
2. For vertical line-shaft pumps: Class F (300 psig, 2,100 kPa).

Maximum steady-state suction pressure ratings.
1. For horizontal pumps: 50 psig (340 kPa).

2. For vertical line-shaft pumps: 100 psig (700 kPa).
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Pump should conform to Test Standard ISO-9906-2012, Rotodynamic Pumps

Hydraulic Performance Test.
Motors Operates on 415 volts, 3 phase, shall have enclosures affording

protection IP55 and shall be capable of operating continuously at a rated
torque at any voltage between +5 & -10 of the nominal value. The motor
frames should be constructed of ferrous metals. Frames made of Aluminum
alloy shall be accepted. All motors shall be given corrosion resistant paint
finishes and shall have corrosion resistant parts. The flow of the cooling air
shall be in the direction of driven equipment. The maximum temperature of
motor casing shall be accessible by hand and shall not be more than 80
degree centigrade.
7.3.2 Head, Capacities and Speeds:
A. Feed Pump / Backwash Pump

Type: Horizontal Centrifugal Design Head 50 m (or as
Recommended by plant manufacturer)
Design discharge: Required as per the capacity of the plants (1000,
2000 or 4000 liters/per)
Efficiency of Pumps : Not less than 50
Rated Power of pump motor set (as selected by plant manufacturer)
Material or equivalent
Casing DIN 1.4308 / SS304
Impeller (Brass) DIN 1.4301 / SS304
Shaft Chrome Steel
B. Efficiency:
The best efficiency of the pumps shall be at the design head and it shall not be less
than 50 percent.
7.4 Execution
7.4.1 Installation
 Install in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
 Provide access space around pumps for service. Provide space not less than
as recommended by manufacturer.
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 Decrease from line size with long radius reducing elbows or reducers if
required. Support piping adjacent to pump such that no weight is carried on
pump casings. Provide supports under elbows on pump suction and
discharge.
 Provide drains for bases and seals, piped to and discharging into floor drains.
 Lubricate pumps before start-up.
7.5 Operation and Maintenance

The Contractor will operate and maintain the pumping machinery, piping and
appurtenances for Five (05) years after completion. Contractor shall bear all types of
expenses during the Operation and Maintenance period for inspection and
repair/replacement of equipment (if required). Specific responsibilities of the
Contractor regarding O&M of Plants are:
a. Eight (12) hours operation (max.) is required per day on utility electricity
provided by local electrical distribution company.
b. Provide detail maintenance schedule specifically for each plant indicating all
the replaceable and consumables for the period of five years at the time of
issuance of completion certificate, get it approved by the Client/Engineer and
fix a hard copy in the office and provide copies to the Client/Engineer.
c. Deploy at least one operator (compulsory local) as per agreement with the
client during project execution stage at each treatment plant and train the
operator regarding operation and maintenance of the plant.
d. Keep the mechanical and electrical equipment/system in good working

condition.
e. Provide a log book at each plant and operator must be guided to record the
operational meetings. All the maintenance activities, replaceable/consumables
must be recorded in the log book with signature of representative of the firm.
Proper entries should be made for maintenance consumables.
f. All the replaceable should be branded or the firm should guaranty quality of all
replaceable/consumable.
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g. Keep all the premises and the dispensing area of the plant clean and hygienic.
h. Ensure 12 hours of clean and safe drinking water supply daily.
i. Maintain record of the breakdowns (if any), of the plant.
j. Prepare and provide monthly reports on operation and maintenance of the

plant to the Client.
k. Contractor will conduct monthly water test for parameters specified and agreed
between Client and Contractor. These tests shall be performed from
recognized ISO certified laboratory as approved by client.
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8. SAFETY
8.1 Labor and Safety
8.1.1 Labor
All steps pertaining to painting works shall only be performed by skilled personnel duly
qualified to do so. The Contractor shall have its own supervision personnel working in
relation with the Engineer’s quality personnel.
8.1.2 Protection of Works

Works under Progress
All necessary protection steps shall be taken to protect works under progress from dust
and a sufficient supply of clean drop clothes shall be maintained. The Contractor shall
lay such drop clothes in all areas where the painting works under progress are to be
protected.
Other Works
The Contractors shall lay drop clothes in all areas where painting is being done, to
protect floors, machinery and equipment as well as other work, from damage during the
prosecution of painting works.
As a general rule, spilled paint should be cleaned up immediately.
8.1.3 Safety at Work

Personnel Safety
Contractor shall take all necessary safety measures for the personnel, equipment and
material.
o For personnel safety special personal safety equipment shall be provided

to the workers during the works. This will include but not limited to:
o Splash-proof goggles to be worn during chipping, wire brushing,

sandblasting, spraying etc.
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o Rubber gloves to be worn when using paint removers, acid treatment,

cleaning compounds, etc.
o Safety belts when working inside tanks, on high equipment such as

bridges, structural steel works, water towers, etc.
o Air line mask when sandblasting, spraying toxic products, etc.
o The Contractor shall provide required safety gears to Engineer’s personnel

during the inspection of work.
8.2 Safety Equipment

Ladders
All extension and straight ladders should be equipped with safety shoes.
All ladders shall be inspected once a month and the defected units shall be removed
from the Site.
No metal ladders are allowed to be used where electric cables or sources are installed.
It is remind that neither piping nor equipment is to be used to support painters, ladders or
scaffolding.
Swinging Stages and Scaffoldings
Swinging stages and scaffoldings shall always have a back-rail. They shall be tested
with twice the load they will be expected to bear in service.
Provision shall be included in the back of the back-rail for providing suitable support for
all hand tools that may be used. All tools shall be kept in this support when not in use.
General Precautions
Other requirements:
 Overhead danger signs should be used when working near walkways,

over doorways, platforms or roadways.
 Do not use paints containing a volatile solvent in enclosed areas where
welders are at work.
 Use chemical type respirators when doing any spray painting except
when in front of proper spray booth.
 Face shields should be worn when using power cleaning tools and
chipping hammers.
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 Manila or hemp ropes are not be used for scaffolds more than 7 meters
away from the center of road tracks.
 Wear rubber gloves when using spark tester for locating breaks or pores
in coatings.
 Do not seal paint cans of ready-to-mix paints after they have been mixed.
The materials are not stable when mixed. For temporary storage punch a
hole in the lid.
 No lead base paint or primer should be used.
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Annexure-A: District Wise Water Quality Data of PHED Schemes

1. GENERAL PROJECT DESCRIPTION

Groundwater is the major source of drinking water in Punjab. Overall, around 30 % of

It is essential that solution should be found to ameliorate these problem areas by

i. Collect available data pertaining to the water distribution system, identify

2.2 Responsibility for Information

2.5 Contractor’s Staffing and Labour Force

Supervisors responsible for construction work must have a significant experience in

Child labour shall not be permitted under any circumstances.

2.6 Material and Equipment

2.6.2 Approval of Materials and Equipment

2.6.3 Origin and Identification of Material, Equipment and Plant

2.7 Accesses, Use of Land and Trespassing

2.7.2 Access to the Site

2.8 Contractor Activities on private Property

2.9.2 Hygiene Requirements

2.9.3 Occupational Health and Safety Act

Conditions of contract, be entitled to suspend construction of the works, or any part

2.9.4 Health and Safety Plan

 Occupational health and safety policy

2.9.6 Safety Officer

2.9.7 Health and Safety Training

2.9.8 Personal Protective Clothing and Equipment (PPE)

2.9.9 Provision of Safety Fences, Signs and Barricades

2.9.10 Environmental Protection of the Site

2.9.11 Water Pollution Control

Protection of Natural Streams/Rivers:

construction works with proper methods, such as by placing of sandbags or silt

2.10 Inspections and Tools

2.11 Testing of Materials and Goods

2.11.2 Taking and Analysis of Sample

2.11.3 Testing Facilities

2.12 Report Preparation, Meeting and Taking Photographs

2.12.1 Progress Reports

2.12.3 Taking Photographs

2.13 Measurement and Payment

Unless provided by exception, the Technical Specifications, the Bills of Quantities

2.13.2 Measurement of Works

If the Contractor does not assist or refuses to participate to the measurement of

Wherever levels, measurements, quantities, etc. of any work done cannot be

2.14 Temporary Site Facilities

2.14.2 Water Supply

2.14.3 Power Supply

2.14.4 Testing Facilities

2.14.5 Contractor’s Accommodation

The Contractor must provide a legally and adequate standard of living

2.14.6 Demobilization from Site

2.14.7 Contractor’s Toilet and First Aid Facilities

2.14.8 Assistance to the Engineer and Employer

2.14.9 Employer’s and Engineer’s Site Facilities

2.14.10 Engineer’s and Employer site office

 Two office table,

2.15 Review of Technical Documents

2.16 Review Procedure for Drawings

2.17 Submittal of Documents

2.17.2 Construction Method

Special attention shall be paid to:

i. the procedure of concrete mixing, transporting, vibrating and curing irrespective

iv. general and particular safety measures to be maintained throughout

2.17.3 Method of Performing the Works & Services

iii. The procedure for transportation of materials to the site.

2.17.4 Quality Assurance