Plumbing Specs

SECTION – 19
PLUMBING, SNG & IRRIGATION INSTALLATION

FOXHILLS RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS (2B+G+4)
ELECTRICAL AND MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS
VOLUME 03 SECTION 19
SL NO. TITLE OF SPECIFICATIONS
19.1.00 PLUMBING GENERAL
19.1.01 Site
19.1.02 Site Conditions
19.1.03 Definitions
19.1.04 Scope of Works
19.1.05 Compliance with Specifications and Regulations
19.1.06 Plumbing System
19.1.07 Programme
19.1.08 Contract Drawings
19.1.09 Working Drawings
19.1.10 Co-ordination of Drawings
19.1.11 Material Submittals
19.1.12 Material Inspections
19.1.13 Alternative Materials
19.1.14 Setting Out of Works
19.1.15 Safety
19.1.16 Contractor’s License
19.1.17 Service Connection and Permits
19.1.18 Damage to Plant and Materials
19.1.19 Protective Finishes
19.1.20 Works Test and Inspection

19.1.21 Operation and Maintenance Manuals
19.1.22 As Built Drawings
19.1.23 Period of Maintenance
19.1.24 Label and identification of pipes
19.1.25 Civil Works / Builder Works
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PLUMBING, SNG AND IRRIGATION INSTALLATION
19.2.00 PLUMBING MATERIALS
19.2.01 General
19.2.02 Installation, Storage and Protection
19.2.03 Pipe Supports, Brackets and Hangers
19.2.04 Pipe Sleeves
19.2.05 Valves and Stop Cocks
19.2.06 Strainers and Drain Cocks
19.2.07 Float Ball Valves
19.2.08 Trench Excavation
19.2.09 Under Ground Cold Water Services
19.2.10 Pipework Insulations
19.2.11 Cold Water Storage Tanks
19.2.12 Hot Water Service Heaters
19.2.13 Water Filters
19.2.14 Cold Water Pump Sets
19.2.15 Pressure Reducing Valve
19.2.16 Swimming pool
19.2.17 Sterilization of Water Services
19.2.18 Testing and Commissioning
19.2.19 Schedule of Approved Manufacturers
19.3.00 IRRIGATION SYSTEM
19.4.00 SNG SYSTEM
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19.1.01 SITE
Lusail Fox Hills District, Lusail, Qatar
19.1.02 SITE CONDITIONS
Unless otherwise specified, all the Plumbing Materials and Equipments shall be
capable of withstanding the following site conditions:
Maximum Ambient Temperature: 50 Deg.C (Dry Bulb) in summer

& 8 Deg.C (Dry Bulb) in winter
Altitude : Sea Level
Maximum Relative Humidity : 95 %
Maximum Wind Velocity : 140 Kms. per Hour
Prevailing Wind : North and North Westerly
Storms : Dusty Sporadic and Irregular
Annual Rainfall : 50mm between January & April
19.1.03 DEFINITIONS
The following terms and abbreviations used in these specifications / drawings shall
mean:
Site : The Locations where the works are to be carried out.
Contractor : The Main Contractor
KAHRAMAA : Qatar General Electric and Water Corporation
QCS : Qatar Construction Specification
BS : British Standard Specifications
CP : British Standard Code of Practice
Tender Drawing : The Drawing on which the tender is based and the
schedules therein.
Working Drawings : The Drawings prepared by the Contractor for the

purpose of execution of work at site.
As Built Drawings : This is the true record of the actual work carried- out at
site.
Works : To include the provisions for al the materials and works
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to be carried out by the contractor as per these

specifications and for the satisfactory completion of the
installation.
Approved : Shall mean APPROVED by the Engineer in writing.
Submitted : Shall mean SUBMITTED to the Engineer in writing.
Accepted : Shall mean ACCEPTED by the Engineer in writing.
Provide : Shall mean, supply, install, test and commission.
Install : Shall mean install, test and commission.
Furnish : Shall mean supply only.
Concealed : Shall mean hidden from normal sight in the shafts,

ceiling spaces, walls, slabs or partitions.
Exposed : Shall mean visible to building occupants in spaces,

which may be reached without the use ladders or any
other temporary means of access.
19.1.04 SCOPE OF WORKS
The scope of works under this contract includes the supply, installation testing and
commissioning of the Plumbing materials, fixtures and equipment as per
specifications drafted in these sections and drawings. The contractor shall provide
complete installation of the project and other associated works such as supporting
structures, ancillary works etc. Brief descriptions of plumbing works are as follows:
1. Potable water storage and distribution.

2. External services works
19.1.05 COMPLIANCE WITH SPECIFICATIONS AND REGULATIONS
Project Specification to be followed as applicable and shall also to comply with QCS.
All materials used shall be as per approved materials, any changes shall have a
written approval by the Engineer.
The installation of the works covered in this section shall be in accordance with this
specification and with the requirements of the relevant authorities, KAHRAMAA
(Water Division) and fire department and to the relevant B.S specification.
i. The equipments shall conform to the British Standard specifications & codes of
practice (current editions including all amendments).
ii. If the Contractor wishes to use materials of installations or equipments other than
the specified ones and conforming to different standards, then a written approval
from the Engineer shall be obtained. However the Engineer reserves the right for
such approval/s.
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iii. Any apparatus, appliance, material or work not shown on the contract drawings
but mentioned in the specification or vice versa, or any incidental accessories or
work necessary to make the work complete and perfect in all respects and ready
for operation, even if not particularly specified shall be supplied and installed or
carried out by the contractor without any additional costs.
iv. Clarification shall be obtained from the Consultant in writing for any such cases at
the tendering stage. In case of any discrepancy arises afterwards during the
construction, the consultant’s decision shall be final and binding on all such
matters.
v. In case of any ambiguity or discrepancy in the project specification, the

government published specifications (QCS) shall be adapted.
vi. It is the responsibility of contractor to study the specification in detail and clear all
doubts or issues that need clarification in order to execute the job. The tender
drawings are guide lines and the contractor must prepare the detailed shop
drawings and get approval from consultant prior to the execution of job at the site,
No delay or any compromise on the specification or quality of work is accepted
on any account.
Any apparatus, appliance, material or work not shown on the contract drawings but
mentioned in the specification or vice versa, or any incidental accessories or work
necessary to make the work complete and perfect in all respects and ready for
operation, even if not particularly specified shall be supplied and installed or carried
out by the contractor without any additional costs.
Clarification shall be obtained from the Engineer in writing for any such cases at the
tendering stage. In case of any discrepancy arises afterwards during the
construction, the Engineer’s decision shall be final and binding on all such matters.
19.1.06 PLUMBING SYSTEM
WATER SUPPLY
a. Cold Water System
The cold water system shall consist of concrete water tank located at the 2nd
basement, which act as the main storage tank fed from Municipality water for the
entire building. Lift pump will be available to transfer water from main storage tank to
roof tanks. Dedicated water supply booster systems with pressure vessel will
distribute domestic water passing thru multimedia water filters. A complete pipe works
shall feed the internal cold water supply distribution network in the building as shown
in the tender drawings.
b. Hot Water System
The Hot water supply to the various sanitary fixtures shall be through Individual
electric water heaters as shown on the tender drawings.
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19.1.07 PROGRAMME
The Contractor shall produce the work program based on CPM (Critical Path Method
or Bar chart, indicating the time required for various activities and operations to
complete the project in time. The following points shall be highlighted in the
Program:
1. Mobilization
2. Drawings and Material Submittals
3. Approvals
4. Equipment Deliveries
5. First Fix
6. Main and Sub-Main Piping Works
7. Second Fix
8. Fixing of Accessories
9. Testing
10. Commissioning and Handing Over
19.1.08 CONTRACT DRAWINGS
The Plumbing tender drawings related to this project have been listed in the
Schedule of Drawings enclosed with the specifications. The tender drawings have
been prepared to show the tenderer the principal equipment and general
arrangement required for the project.
Drawings do not indicate every detail of the work. It is the Contractor’s responsibility
to check the positions / locations at site. All dimensions are tentative and shall be
checked with the Architectural and Structural drawings. Any discrepancy shall be
brought to the attention of the Engineer in writing at the time of tender.
Particular attention shall be paid to the positioning of draw offs, valves, and other
accessories, in relation to the Interior finishes and locations of various appliances.
The Contractor is deemed to have studied the services drawings based on all the
local regulations and have included in his prices for all builders work associated with
these drawings.
19.1.09 WORKING DRAWINGS
The contractor shall prepare the working drawings in a scale of 1:50 for plans, 1:5 for
details and 1:200 for site plan, and submit them for the Engineer’s approval. The
contractor shall project the following in the above drawings:
i. Actual pipework routes boxes indicating the sizes of all branches, bends and
other accessories and fittings.
ii Typical connection details of the various Plumbing requirements of appliances,

like Water Closets, Wash Basins, Faucets, Bidets, Sinks etc.,
iii Sections and Elevations of Installations with co-ordination details in respect to

the other services Installations like, Electricals, Air-conditioning & Ventilation and
Drainage.
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iv Levels, Center lines of the pipework installations and the details of supports.
19.1.10 CO-ORDINATION OF DRAWINGS
The Main contractor shall produce working drawings for building works required for
the services showing the integration of all the services i.e., Electrical, Mechanical and
Drainage systems.
The Main contractor shall ensure that all the working drawings are properly
coordinated before submitting to the Engineer for approval. All the services shall be
installed in such a manner so as to avoid conflict with each other and maintain the
clearances required between each of them as per the prevailing regulations.
19.1.11 MATERIAL SUBMITTALS
The materials offered for approval shall be strictly in accordance with the
specifications and tender drawings.
The contractor shall submit in triplicate, the technical literature for each item of the
equipment, he intends to use for the project, to the consultant for the necessary
review and approval.
If in case the technical literature is not available, then a sample shall be submitted:
in the absence of either of these, typed technical data shall be submitted duly
supported by telex / letter of the manufacturer for confirmation.
In case of items involving aesthetic, sink taps, Showers, Draw offs etc., samples
must be submitted for approval along with the materials submittals.
Each copy of the submittals shall be numbered and signed with the technical
literature clearly highlighted, indicating the model, type and capacity of the equipment
offered. The consultant shall retain two for copies and return one, either Approved or
Not Approved, to the contractor.
The contractor shall maintain and submit a status report every month, of all the
Materials submittals of the Plumbing Materials & Equipments in the following
proforma to the consultant:
i. Submittal Number
ii. Type of Material
iii. Manufacturer / Local Agent
iv. Date of Approval
v. Date of Order / Order Number
vi. Mode of Delivery ( Air, Land or Sea )
vii. ETA on Site
viii. Status as on date of Report
a. Equipment Supply
All the equipments for the project shall be procured only through the appointed local
agent in Qatar, who shall be the authorized agent and be able to supply the spare
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parts etc., for the items anytime in the future. The contractor shall mark the same
clearly on the submittals (item No. iii. above).
In case of any item/s required to be purchased abroad directly, for valid reasons,
then the contractor shall mention the same in the submittal and obtain approval from
the Engineer specifically.
b. Equipment Size and Delivery
Each item of equipment shall be delivered to site in sections suitable for installations
in position designated, bearing in mind the location, type of structure, construction
program and the method of access.
c. Design References
Any design, for any of the systems, detailed on the Tender drawings, which requires
amendment or differs from that available at the time of construction, due to the
change in the manufacturer’s range of production or availability etc., The contractor
shall discuss the matter and obtain a readily available alternative from the Engineer.
Accordingly, the contractor shall make a fresh submittal based on the Engineer’s
advise and obtain approval to provide the revised system.
In such cases, no cost consideration will be applicable, as the contractor is deemed

to have studied the drawings and specifications thoroughly as well as obtained
clarifications during the tender stage, before submitting his quotation for the
execution.
19.1.12 MATERIAL INSPECTIONS
The contractor shall inform the Engineer within one week upon receipt of all the
materials at the site and arrange for the inspection of the same. Any material used at
site which is not approved earlier specifically shall stand rejected without notice.
Any item on supply differs from the one shown on the submittal catalogue copy or the
sample submitted will also be rejected at site. In such cases, the contractor shall
make a fresh submittal for the item and obtain approval from the Engineer. Any time
delay caused due to the above shall be on the Contractor’s account.
The contractor will have to remove the rejected materials from the site and replace
with approved materials at his own expenses. In the event the contractor fails to do
so, the client will have the liberty to carry out such works from other agencies and
debit the ensuing amount to the Contractor.
Materials Storage
The contractor shall be responsible for the safe keeping and storage of the materials
at site and provision of such covering as may be necessary to ensure that on
completion, all items are handed over in sound condition with all protective finishes
undamaged.
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19.1.13 ALTERNATIVE MATERIALS
Equipments and Materials used as the basis for the design are listed in the Schedule
of Manufacturer’s. The tenderer shall submit alternative proposals for any of the
equipment or material for the consultant’s consideration. Only in case if the specified
item/s are not available due to valid reasons. Only in such cases, the alternatives will
be considered by the consultant, before the tender is accepted and the consultant’s
decision will be final regarding the matter.
In case the alternatives are accepted, the acceptance of the same will be confirmed
in writing by the consultant. During the execution of the contract, no alternative
equipment, materials or fittings will be permitted other than the approved and the
contractor is fore-warned that any item provided by him which is not up to the
specification, must be replaced at his own expense. In cases where time will not
permit, then such replacements shall be at the client’s convenience, but nevertheless
at the Contractor’s expenses etc.
19.1.14 SETTING OUT OF WORKS
The locations of Sink taps, showers, draw offs and their piping routes, etc., as
indicated on the tender drawings is tentative and may require some variation to suit
the site requirements. The exact positions must be checked and shown on the
detailed working drawings as indicated on the detailed Architectural drawings and co-
ordinated with furnishing and other services.
19.1.15 SAFETY
The contractor shall maintain all the safety procedures at site to protect man-power
and machinery. The Main Contractor shall provide all the means to achieve the
Safety standards required and protect the manpower, materials and equipments at
any point of time.
19.1.16 CONTRACTOR’S LICENSE
The Main contractor shall ensure that the Sub-Contractor appointed for Plumbing
works shall be one of the approved to carryout and maintain such work.
The Contractor shall submit the qualifications and experience particulars of the
Mechanical Engineer, Foreman and technicians (plumbers) to be employed on the
project and obtain approval from the Engineer. Once the approval is obtained, the
contractor shall not replace the staff from site. In case the same becomes
necessary, re-approval should be obtained and the new staff shall continue with the
old staff for a minimum period of 30 days before the later is withdrawn from the site.
In such cases, the proposed replacement personnel shall have a minimum of 5 years
local experience. Any application with less than 5 years of experience will be
rejected by the Engineer.
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19.1.17 SERVICE CONNECTION AND PERMITS
The contractor shall obtain all necessary permits prior to commencement of work and
obtain current record drawings of existing services already installed. All applications
for permits etc., shall be made in writing to the authorities, a minimum of 7 days prior
to the execution of the work. The Contractor is fully responsible for obtaining the
necessary permits from the authorities for his work site as well as for any connected
works to others.
All statutory permits from Fire, Water and Sewerage Department are secured by the
consultant. The plumbing contractor shall however coordinate all inspection works
and liaise with the State departments regarding all pipework and payment of fees,
etc., when connecting city water mains connections to the mains. The contractor is
required to produce certificates of approval of all materials and equipment by the
relevant authorities when requested by the consultant.
The plumbing contractor shall coordinate connection works of water/sewer and fire to
the city mains with relevant local authorities of works.
19.1.18 DAMAGE TO PLANT AND MATERIALS
Any plant or material which is damaged by any means whatsoever shall not be used
in the works.
Should the contractor wish to rectify such damage in order to utilize the plant or
materials in the permanent works, the matter shall be brought to the attention of the
Engineer, who in turn shall conduct a proper survey after which the necessary
instructions will be issued. Only after obtaining a written permission from the
Engineer, shall any remedial work be carried out.
Any damaged Plant or Material allegedly brought to a “as-new” condition following

such a procedure, shall only be accepted after the technical appraisal & discretion of
the Engineer, whose decision in such matters shall be final and binding.
19.1.19 PROTECTIVE FINISHES
The protective finishes must be provided on all materials and Equipments used in
this contract to ensure that no deterioration is caused by the interaction of local
climatic conditions. All materials shall be inspected by the contractor or his
representative before shipment to ensure that finishes are in accordance with the
specifications.
19.1.20 WORKS TEST AND INSPECTION
Provision shall be made by the contractor for the consultant or consultant’s

representative to witness hydraulic tests as specified elsewhere, of major pipe work
executed by the contractor.
The consultant will advise the contractor at the time of commencement of the
contract the list of works that are to be inspected and the contractor shall give the
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consultant the required notice in the required Inspection form, of the date on which
the plant or work will be ready for testing.
The consultant will signify his intention to attend the tests or accept the contractor's
test sheets. The contractor shall supply all the Inspection Forms and Test
certificates in original to the consultant / Client at the time of handing over the project.
19.1.21 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUALS
The contractor shall provide Three copies in the form of bound documents the
operating instructions and maintenance manuals indicating the following :
a. Step by step operating procedures.

b. Preventive maintenance schedule.
c. Technical literature.
d. Spare parts list
e. Manufacturer's name, address, telex no., Fax no. telephone no., and contact
person.- Local as well as overseas.
f. Work test certificates if any, Test reports carried out at site.
g. Guarantee
19.1.22 AS BUILT DRAWINGS
After the working drawings have been approved, no alteration to the drawings shall
be carried out without the consent of the consultant. These changes shall be
supported by sketches and incorporated on the “AS-BUILT” drawings which are to be
submitted to the consultant within one month of completion of the project.
Two sets of drawing CD’s along with three sets of drawings printout shall be
submitted after approval of the consultant for onward submission to the client.
19.1.23 PERIOD OF MAINTENANCE
The contractor shall guarantee the entire Plumbing System installed against Faulty /
improper materials and or workmanship for the period of maintenance of 400 days
(Four Hundred) from the date, the installation is tested, commissioned and accepted
by the Engineer. Also where longer guarantee or warranty periods are otherwise
declared, for any equipment or materials such longer terms shall apply.
Materials, workmanship and performance guarantee shall start from the date of the
successful handing over.
The Contractor shall submit a single guarantee for whole of the works, which states
that all parts of the work are in accordance with the contract documents during the
period of maintenance, the contractor shall repair any deficiencies, within 24 hours of
notification at no additional cost to the contract.
In case if the Contractor fails to attend to any such faults as mentioned above within
the specified time, then the client shall make own arrangements to rectify the fault
but nevertheless at the Contractor’s expense.
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19.1.24 LABEL AND IDENTIFICATION OF PIPES
IDENTIFICATION
A. Valves
1. Valve identification to comply with MSSSP-25.

2. Attach a 50mm round brass tag stamped with designating numbers 25mm high
filled in with black enamel to each valve, except those on fixtures.
3. Securely fasten valve tag to valve spindle or handle with a brass chain.
B. Motor Control Identification
1. Mount black lamacoid nameplates on each motor controller identifying primary

control function and individual position indication such as Pump No. 1, etc.
Nameplates to be cut through to white background and have beveled edges.
Mounted with chromium plated acorn head screws
C. Schedule and Charts
1. Furnish to the Architect three (3) complete framed plastic laminated valve tag
schedules. Schedule to indicate tag number, valve location by floor and nearest
column number, valve size and service controlled.
D. Piping Identification and Coding
1. Apply color coded Polyvinyl Chloride pipe bands identifying pipe contents and
direction of flow.
2. On exposed piping, apply bands on 10 meters centers of straight runs, at valve

locations, at point where piping enters and leaves a partition, wall, floor or ceiling.
3. On concealed piping installed above removable ceiling construction, apply bands

in manner described for exposed piping.
4. On concealed piping installed above non-removable ceiling construction, or in

pipe shafts, apply bands at valve or other devices that are made accessible by
means of access doors or panels.
5. Apply bands at exit and entrance points to each vessel, tank or piece of
equipment.
6. Band widths to be 200mm for pipes up to 300mm diameter. Letter heights stating
service to be preprinted on band, 20mm high for 200mm bands.
7. For insulated pipes, apply bands after insulation and painting work has been
completed.
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8. Colors to conform to ASA Standard A13.1. Provide 24 additional bands of each

type for future use by owner's personnel.
9. Follow manufacturer's instructions for application procedures using non-

combustible materials and contact adhesives.
10. Pipe background color coding shall be as follows:

a. Fire standpipe - red
b. Sprinkler - green
c. Domestic Cold Water Piping - blue
d. Domestic Hot Water Piping - yellow
19.1.25 CIVIL WORKS / BUILDER’S WORK
The Contractor shall carry out the cutting of holes and making them good where
pipes, conduits, cable and cable trays are passing through the walls, floor and roof
slabs as measured in the Bill of Quantities.
The Contractor shall provide cross-over bridges as shown on the drawings. Bridges
details shall be agreed with the Architect and Engineer.
Two sets of builders work drawings shall be submitted to the Engineer for his
approval.
19.2.00 MATERIALS
DOMESTIC HOT AND COLD WATER SERVICES
19.2.01 GENERAL
Hot and Cold water services within the building shall comply with British Standard
code of practice BS 6700: 1987 CP 342 : Part 2 : 1974.
All hot water pipes shall be insulated with manufacturer sleeves and sizes to be same
as the pipe size of PP-R pipes.
All pipe identification, colour coding of flow arrows shall be provided as per ANSI
standards.
All pipe work fittings, valves and other components forming the piping installation
shall be erected such that they can be dismantled and are accessible for repair and
replacement. Where valves and equipment are fitted, unions and flanges shall be
provided as appropriate for the diameter pipe work in order to allow valves and
equipment removal.
All pipe work shall be erected such that it may be vented and drained satisfactorily.
All low points in the system shall have drain cocks fitted and high points shall have air
bottles or automatic air vents.
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All cold and hot water pipes exposed to the sun at roof or inside shafts shall be
insulated with 25mm thick & 64 kg/m3 density fibreglass, weather proof / sun proof
insulation and protective material - aluminium cladding (thickness: 0.85mm).
Contractor to carry out thermal expansion for PP-R pipes subject to temperature
difference.
a. Copper Pipes
All exposed pipe work on roof, basements and inside shafts as well as below ground
piping from the main KAHRAMAA meter valves up to the storage tank shall be
copper pipe to British Standard BS 2871 Part 1 : 1971 Table "X" and all fittings shall
be copper or copper alloy to BS 864 : Part 2 : 1971 and All tube and fittings shall be
stamped with the British Standard kite mark and copper alloy fittings shall carry a CR
mark. The jointing of copper pipe work shall be by means of dezincification resistant
integral solder ring fittings.
b. Polypropylene PP-R Pipe & fittings
All pipes inside the toilets shall be PP-R polypropylene type with authority’s approval
and to be as per standards.
Fittings shall be both welding fittings and metal fittings. All metal inserts shall be in
dezincification resistant brass. Joining between pipes and fittings shall be made by
melting the parts. Locations where pipe is to be connected to equipment, PP-R
fittings with metal insert shall be used.
Polypropylene valves shall be used where available with manufacturers in their

product range. All the components inside the valve in contract with water shall be
dezincification resistant brass. For those valves (type and sizes) which are not
available in the PP-R pipe manufacturer range, shall be made dezincification resistant
brass as described in clause ‘b’ below.
All components of polypropylene pipe systems shall be suitable for a working

pressure of 6 bars at 70º C for 50 years life expectancy. The whole polypropylene
piping installation including supports shall be carried out strictly in accordance with
manufacturer’s recommendations. The contractor shall make allowance for
expansion in the pipework. The whole PP-R installation shall be guaranteed for a
period of 5 years.
PIPING SPECIALITIES
A. Water Hammer arresters: Bellows type with stainless steel casing and bellows
pressure rated for 250 PSI tested and certified in accordance with PDI WH – 201
B. Relief valves: Provide proper size for relief valves in accordance with ASME
Boiler and pressure vessel codes, for indicated capacity of the appliances for
which installed.
19.2.02 INSTALLATION, STORAGE AND PROTECTION
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All pipework, fittings and accessories shall be installed strictly in accordance with the
manufacturer's recommendations and due allowance made for thermal movement.
All pipework, fittings and accessories shall be obtained from one manufacturer only,
who shall be nominated by the contractor in writing and approved by the Engineer
prior to ordering any materials. Materials from different manufacturers shall not be
incorporated into the system. All pipework, fittings and accessories shall be stored in
properly ventilated well supported racked storage sheds.
All pipework shall be erected to present a neat and orderly appearance arranged to
or at right-angles to the structural member of the building, giving maximum headroom
and not obstructing window or doorways. Pipes shall bend round piers, projections
and into recesses forming part of the structural works whether so indicated on the
drawings or not. Pipework shall be erected such that there is a minimum of 50mm
clear below to the finished floor level and at least 25 mm clear to the finished wall
face.
All pipework which is to be insulated shall allow space for each pipe to be insulated
around its whole circumference. Adequate clearance shall be provided between
insulated pipework running together and adjacent to walls and floors. Clearances
between insulation and floor and insulation and wall shall be as for bare pipework.
No joints shall be formed in the thickness of walls, floor slabs or roof slabs. No
pipework shall be chased into floor slabs, roof slabs or walls. During the installation
period open ends of pipework shall be capped off using purpose-made plugs or blank
counter flanges. Pipework shall be kept free of dirt and other foreign debris at all
times.
All pipework fittings, valves and other components forming the piping installation
shall be erected such that they can be dismantled and are accessible for repair and
replacement. Where valves and equipment are fitted, unions and flanges shall be
provided as appropriate for the diameter pipework in order to allow valves and
equipment removal.
All pipework shall be erected such that it may be vented and drained satisfactorily.
All low points in the system shall have drain cocks fitted and high points shall have
air bottles or automatic air vents.
19.2.03 PIPE SUPPORTS, BRACKETS AND HANGERS
All pipework shall be adequately supported in such a manner as to permit free

movement due to expansion, contractions, vibration or other changes in the system.
Supports shall be arranged as near as possible to joints and changes of direction.
Spacing of supports shall comply with Table 13 contained in British Standard BS
5572 : 1978. Vertical rising pipes particularly in shafts shall be adequately supported
at the base to withstand the total weight of the riser. Under no circumstances shall
branches from vertical rising pipes be the means of support for the vertical pipework.
Pipework up to and including 65 mm diameter shall be supported clear of the

structure with cast brass brackets. Where exposed to view, bright finish brass
hospital brackets shall be used with brawl plugs and brass screws.
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All multi runs of pipework within false ceilings or service shafts shall be supported on
purpose designed proprietary brackets suitable for carrying more than one pipe run,
and shall be secured using expanding plugs or other purpose designed fixing
devices. Softwood plugs shall not be allowed. All purpose designed proprietary
brackets shall be submitted to the Engineer for approval prior to ordering.
All Steel hangers and supporting brackets shall be painted with one coat of red oxide
and one coat of Galvanizing paint. The spacing of supports where not specified must
not exceed the spacing given in the following schedules. Where one support carries
more than one pipe diameter the spacing shall be that specified for the smallest
diameter.
Maximum Spacing of Supports (Copper pipes)
Nominal Size Support Spacing

of Pipes Vertical Pipes Horizontal Pipes
159 mm 4.2 m 3.6 m

133 mm 3.6 m 3.0 m
108 mm 3.6 m 3.0 m
76 mm 3.6 m 3.0 m
67 mm 3.0m 2.7 m
54 mm 3.0 m 2.7 m
42 mm 3.0 m 2.4 m
35 mm 3.0 m 2.4 m
28 mm 2.4 m 1.8 m
22 mm 2.4 m 1.8 m
15 mm 1.8 m 1.2 m
Maximum Spacing of Supports (Polyethylene and polypropylene)
Nominal Size Support Spacing

of Pipes Vertical Pipes Horizontal Pipes
110 mm 1.4 m 0.70 m

90 mm 1.2 m 0.70 m
75 mm 1.1 m 0.60 m
63 mm 1.1 m 0.55 m
50 mm 0.9 m 0.55 m
40 mm 0.9 m 0.45 m
32 mm 0.8 m 0.40 m
25 mm 0.8 m 0.40 m
20 mm 0.8 m 0.40 m
19.2.04 PIPE SLEEVES
Pipe sleeves shall be supplied where pipework passes through walls, floors, footings
and waterproofed membranes. Sleeves shall be built in the correct locations at the
time required by the main contractor. The inside diameter of all sleeves shall not be
less than 15 mm larger than the outside diameter of the pipe passing through.
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Where pipes pass through buried walls or footings, sleeves shall be 25 mm larger
than the outside diameter of the pipe passing through. The space between the pipe
sleeve shall be neatly packed using asbestos string or rope to prevent the passage
of noise, vermin or smoke . Sleeves shall not protrude beyond the finished surface.
Where pipework is exposed to view and passes through wall or floor, chromium
plated copper pipe flanges of the correct pipe diameter shall be fitted.
19.2.05 VALVES AND STOP COCKS
All valves and stopcocks shall comply with the regulations of the Ministry of Electricity
and Water, Water Department and shall be dezincification resistant. Valves shall be
provided as shown on the drawings and detailed below or similar and approved. All
valves shall be submitted to the Engineer for approval and approval obtained in
writing prior to ordering.
All valves shall be fitted in readily accessible positions. They shall be of even
thickness throughout, clean and smooth from scale. All stuffing boxes shall be
packed with material specially selected and recommended by the manufacturer for
the particular service in which each valve is used.
Non-return valves shall be screwed BSPT or flange BS 4504 : Part 2 in accordance

with the valve schedule in this specification. All non-return valves shall be suitable
for both vertical and horizontal mounting and shall be fitted in readily accessible
positions.
1. Gate Valves/Servicing valves shall be used for isolation purpose in the service
pipelines. Valves shall be of the same nominal bore as the pipeline in which they
are installed. Gate valve/Servicing valves shall be of bronze construction with
threaded/flanged ends. The bronze valves shall conform to BS5154. Gate valves
shall have screwed ends & bonnet pattern. The valves shall be pressure rated for
16bar & have a BSI kite mark for quality assurance.
2. Check/Non return valves shall be used wherever required to stop the back flow
i.e. as a back flow preventer. Check valves up to 50mm diameter shall be
threaded bronze pattern, spring loaded type with bronze body and PTFE seats
and positive leak tight seals and can be installed in any mounting position
(vertically & horizontally. 65mm diameter and above shall be with flanged end
connections. The bronze NRV’s shall conform to BS5154. The valve shall be
pressure rated for 16bar & have a BSI kite mark for quality assurance. All valves
shall be located so as to provide easy access for operation and servicing.
VALVE CONSTRUCTION/APPLICATION SCHEDULE
Valve Type Pipe Size Press. Rate Bonnet/Stem Material/ Body

Steam/WOG Assembly (Class)
/Style
Gate 65 mm (2-1/2") & 125#/200# UB/RS AB/IPS or SE293
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Smaller UB/NRS AB/IPS or SE291

Gate 76 mm (3") 125#/200# FL/NRS IBBM/FL 415
& Larger
Ball 65 mm (2-1/2") & 150#/600# Chrome Ball AB/IPS or SE
76 mm (3") Rings 3-piece
Check (Silent) All 150#/300# Spring IBBM/BOLT
AB = All Bronze
IBBM = Iron Body Bronze Mount
RS = Rising Stem
NRS = Non-Rising Stem
UB = Union Bonnet
ISB = Inside Screw
SOB = Screw Over Bonnet
OS&Y = Outside Screw and Yoke
ISP = Iron Pipe Size
FL = Flanged
SE = Soldered Ends
19.2.06 STRAINERS AND DRAIN COCKS
All strainers shall be fitted in a readily accessible position and adequate access shall
be allowed for maintenance and cleaning of strainer basket. All strainers shall be
manufactured by specialists and have a stainless steel 80 mesh screen basket.
All drain cocks shall be of the same manufacture and be in accordance with BS
2879. Generally drain cocks shall be provided at all low points in the system and
other points where necessary and as directed by the Engineer.
19.2.07 FLOAT BALL VALVES
Float ball valves on the mains shall be of equilibrium type, full bore, 6 bar
medium/high pressure to BS 1212 Part 1. Float ball valves shall be of delayed action
type if specified or shown on drawings. The fixing components and members for
delayed action ball valves shall be stainless steel.
19.2.08 TRENCH EXCAVATION
Excavation work shall be executed in whatever ground conditions that may be

encountered to the line and levels as detailed on the drawings.
The contractor shall be responsible for the stability of all excavations and any claim
arising from accident or damage to the public, adjoining property or labour on site.
The contractor shall provide all necessary steel sheeting, timber supports, strutting
and shoring to the complete satisfaction of the Engineer. Any slip or fall shall be
immediately made good by the contractor at his own expense and the contractor
shall take sole responsibility for any claim for damages arising out of inadequate
support of excavations.
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All excavation shall be maintained dry and free from water. To achieve this, the
contractor shall, without additional charge, provide all necessary pumping equipment,
sumps, drains and soakaways. The contractor shall also be responsible for
operating, running and maintaining all equipment at all times to ensure excavations
are free from water.
All obstructions shall be broken out and voids and soft spots filled with concrete
grade 15 or as otherwise instructed by the Engineer at the Contractor's expense.
Granular Bedding
Pipework shall be laid on a granular bed with a minimum cover above the crown of
the pipe as follows:
1. Pipe lines 600 mm cover when there is no traffic on the ground above the
pipeline.
2. Pipe lines 1000 mm cover when there is traffic on the ground above the pipe line.
The granular bedding shall comprise grave, stone chippings or crushed stone to pass
12 mm sieve and be retained on a 5 mm sieve mixed with free draining course sand,
in the ratio of two parts crushed stone or gravel to every one part of sand. Bedding
material shall not contain more than 0.3% sulphate nor shall it be obtained from
locations where 0.1 % sulphate is present in the ground water.
Bedding shall be laid 150 mm deep along the length of the trench and compacted
prior to work commencing on the pipe laying. After pipe laying, inspection and
testing, a further 300 mm of bedding material shall be compacted by hand above the
uppermost crown of the pipe line along its entire length. The bedding material shall
span the entire width of the trench and shall be laid in not more than 150 mm deep
layers, each layer being compacted by hand.
Laying of Pipelines and Fittings
All underground pipelines shall be laid to true levels in straight lines to even gradients
shown on the drawings. Pipeline laying shall not commence until the Engineer has
inspected and approved the granular bed and trench.
Care shall be taken when laying pipes that no bedding material or building debris is
pushed into the barrel of the pipe of fitting.
Backfilling Excavations
After compaction of granular bed and surround, the trench shall be backfilled using
selected excavated material free from all rocks, large hard objects and builders
debris of greater than 40 mm. Backfilling shall take place immediately after the
specified operations preceding it have been completed and shall be in layers of 150
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mm, each fully compacted over the full width of the trench. Power rammers and
vibrators shall be used compact backfilling when the cover over the crown of the pipe
exceeds 0.5 meters.
19.2.09 UNDER GROUND COLD WATER SERVICES
Underground cold water services shall comply with British Standard Code of Practice
CP 310 : 1965, CP 2010 : Part 1 : 1966 and CP 2010 : Part 3 : 1972.
All pipework up to and including 67 mm diameter shall be copper tube to BS 2871 :

PART 1 : 1971 TABLE "Y". The tubes entire length shall be coated with a continuous,
seamless, polyethylene sheathing which shall be green in colour to British Standard
BS 1710 : 1975. All fittings shall be to British Standard BS 864 : Part 2 : 1971 Type
'B'.
19.2.10 PIPEWORK INSULATIONS
All thermal insulation shall comply with British Standard BS 5970:1981 and BS
5442:1989.
All domestic hot and cold water pipes which are exposed to sun shall be insulated
and aluminium cladded.
Thermal insulation to pipework shall be carried out by specialists and strictly in

accordance with this specification. No thermal insulation shall be applied to pipework
prior to pressure testing and inspection by the Engineer giving clear instructions for
further insulation applied. In order that tests may be made of the thickness of
insulation to be applied to each pipe size, plant and equipment, the contractor shall
allow for the cost of cutting away one section for each size of pipe, plant and
equipment for inspection by the Engineer. If the insulation proves to be of the
thickness specified, then the cut section shall be made good and the whole
installation completed. Should any cut section show a deficiency of thickness, further
sections shall be cut at the direction of the Engineer for inspections.
If a deficiency of thickness or any other defects are found, the contractor shall
remove the whole of the insulation installed or as the Engineer directs and then shall
supply, deliver and apply new insulation complying with the specification and restore
it to the satisfaction of the Engineer. This work shall be carried out at the contractor's
own expense.
Thermal insulation shall be applied to all valves, strainers, non-return valves, drain
cocks, automatic air vents and bosses for gauges/test points. Insulation of these
components in the pipework system up to and including 65 mm diameter pipework
shall be carried out using sectional insulation cut to suit and of the same size as the
line pipework.
No insulation shall be concealed within false ceilings or vertical and horizontal builder
works shafts prior to inspection and approval by the Engineer.
Thermal insulation shall be 25 mm thick with a density of 64 kg/m2 rigid fiberglass

sections as set down in British Standard Specification BS 5422 : 1977. The sections
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shall be covered with flameproof calico lapped and pasted down using approved
adhesive and secured using aluminium bands at 1.2 m centres.
All piping, branching off to fixtures chased in the floors or wells shall be insulated with
10 mm thick flexible fiberglass insulation covered with plastic tape applied spirally.
Where exposed to view, the insulation shall be painted with two coats primer and one
finishing coat rubberized paint to an approved colour prior to the fixing of aluminium
bands at 1.2 m centres. The finishing colour shall be to British Standard BS 1710:
1975, identification of pipelines complete with direction arrows.
19.2.11 COLD WATER STORAGE TANKS
Cold water storage tanks shall be manufactured to British Standards and comply
strictly with the Water Department's Regulations of the State of Qatar. The following
tank may be used:
a. Roof Tanks
GRP sectional water tank complete with bolted inspection cover and with gunmetal
pipe connections pre-moulded in position. The tanks shall be suitable for ultra violet
light and comply with the National Water Council of the United Kingdom.
The tanks shall be provided to the capacities, dimensions and locations shown on
the drawing. Each tank is to be fixed on a base, which supports the whole of the
tank. The details of the tank base are to be approved by the Consultant before any
installation work begins.
The tank shall have the following additional components in addition to the
components listed above:
 Low level electric float switches interlocked to their pressure pumps.

 External ladder of GRP or aluminium, supplied by the Tank manufacturer.
 Internal ladder of Fibre Glass or aluminium supplied by the Tank
manufacturer.
 Vent with wire mesh
 External graduated water level indicator
 Channel base, of galvanized steel
 Interconnecting pipes with valves
 Overflow and drain connection
 Access cover
The Contractor shall supply and assemble at Site sectional water tank of hot pressed
moulded GRP insulated panels (Rigid PU Foam) (Glass Reinforced Plastic) of ivory
grey colour provide with lockable Manhole covers air vent with overflow and all piping
connections. The panels shall comply with BS 7491: part 3: 1994 and shall have
convex shape to assist a complete draining of water of the following characteristics:
a. Specific gravity of 1.8

b. Tensile strength of not less than 850 kg/cm²
c. Flexural strength of 1800 kg/cm² to ISO 178
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d. Impact strength of 80 kg/cm² ISO 179

e. Thermal expansion of 2.1 x 10-5 deg. C to ATM D 696
f. Thermal conductivity of 0.6 W/ m² C to BS 7491 : part 3
g. Water absorption less than 0.2 % to ISO 62.
h. Glass content more than more than 30 %
i. No light transmission.
j. Gasket of synthetic
k. Bolts and nuts of stainless steel 316 / A4
l. Frame angles and frame plates of hot dipped galvanized steel
m. External ladder of hot dipped galvanized steel
n. Internal ladder of GRP or S.S according to Manufacturer’s standards.
o. Tie rods of stainless steel
p. G.R.P panel thick not less than 8 mm
q. Resin cover of 2 mm
r. Glass tube level indicator for all compartments
Guarantee letter from the manufacturer for 10 years should be obtained.
Tank shall be protected from direct sunlight and cover to be made to architect
approval.
b. Reinforced concrete storage tanks
The following design criteria shall be observed during construction:
1. There shall be one access opening to be positioned to have easy access to

the float valve.
2. GRP ladder shall be provided for access to the tank.
3. Vent pipe with insect guard shall be provided.
4. Water level controls (low level electric float switches interlocked) for pumps
shall be provided.
5. In case of overflow, warning system shall be provided either by level switch or
by other approved means.
6. Isolating stop-valves shall be provided in the supply and delivery lines
7. Approved non-toxic epoxy coating, resisting fungus growth shall be used on
all internal surfaces.
8. Approved tanking membrane for water tightness shall be used on external
surfaces.
The tanks shall be provided to the capacities, dimensions and locations shown on
the drawing.
Also, refer to structural drawings for U/G tanks
19.2.12 HOT WATER SERVICE HEATERS
Individual Water Heater
Water heater shall be thermal - electric, individual constructed from heavy gauge high
carbon steel tank with allaying at 2cm CFC free compact foam insulation and to be
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glass-lined. Insulation between inner and outer container shall be of CFC – free,
flame retardant pure-foam of minimum 30 mm thickness, according to ISO – standard
3582. Internal surface to be glass lined.
The water heater shall be of pressurized type, horizontal or vertical type above false
ceiling, suitable for a working pressure of 8 bar and tested for 16 bar.
The heating element constructed to BS 3456 shall be from zinc-plated, copper

sheathed resistance wire, embedded conifer rod type immersion type protected
against stress cracking and pitting corrosion complete with thermostat of 20 Amps.
minimum rating and an additional safety temperature limiter for protecting the water
heater against overheating with 2 years warranty. The heating element shall be
brazed on to a screw - on immersion type apparatus plate.
The loading of water heaters shall be 1.0 kW for capacities of 30 litres, 1.5 kW each
for capacities of 50 litres and 2 kW for capacities for 80 litres - 240v, 50 Hz. single-
phase supply. The Water heater shall be complete with pressure relief valve (preset
according to allowed working pressure), non-return valve and temperature gauge.
- Glass lined heaters of approval make can be accepted as alternative.
19.2.13 WATER FILTERS
A packaged multimedia filtration system consists of (duty) filter shall be supplied for
turbidity odour and smell removal as shown in the tender drawing.
Tanks shall be of electric welded pressure vessel quality low carbon steel
construction rated for 100 psig, working pressure and hydrostatically tested at 50% in
excess of the working pressure.
Access opening for tank shall be provided. Support for tanks shall be structural steel
strap legs welded to lower tank head or adjustable jacklegs.
Tank shall be sandblasted internally to white metal, and then coated with 8-10 mils
DFT epoxy polyamide. The exterior surface shall be cleaned and coated with 2-3 mils
DFT rust resistant primer.
Upper distribution system shall be of the baffle type to evenly distribute the water
over the entire tank area.
Lower distribution system shall be of a proven design constructed with individual fine
slotted non-clogging polyethylene strainers arranged for even flow distribution
through the resin bed.
The main operating valve shall be an industrial Automatic Multiport diaphragm type,
slow opening and closing, free of water hammer. The diaphragm assembly shall be
fully guided on its perimeter when pressure actuated from one position to another to
assure a smooth reliable shut-off without sticking. There shall be no contract of
dissimilar metals within the valve and no special tools shall be required to service the
valve.
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The manufacturer of the equipment shall manufacture the main operating valve.
Single units shall have an internal automatic by-pass of untreated water during
regeneration. Valve shall have a treated water sampling cock.
An automatic flow controller shall be provided to maintain proper backwash and flush
rates over wide variations in operating pressures and require not field adjustment.
A factory-mounted and wired cycle controller shall incorporate an adjustable time
switch with multiport pilot valve to control all steps of automatic regeneration.
Provision for push-button initiated regeneration shall be included.
An electrical signalling device shall initiate regeneration with 240V / 1 ph / 50 Hz

power supply.
All filter media shall be of good quality possessing characteristics of durability, long
life and resistance to attribution and shall not impart taste, odour or colour to the
water being treated. Filter media shall be selected for removing particulates down to
10-micron size.
The filtration unit shall be supplied to remove suspended matters, de-chlorination and
organic removal and odour removal.
The granular media (multi-layered) shall consist of three distinct filter layers in
addition to a support layer. Each layer shall be of selected density and particle size to
stratify in the same order following a backwash. The filters’ layers shall be stratified
with the coarsest layer at the top and the finest layer at the bottom. Particle retention
shall be 10 micron or larger.
19.2.14 COLD WATER PUMP SETS
a. COLD WATER LIFTING PUMP SET
The cold-water lifting pump set shall be factory assembled set and shall be of the
multi stage vertical or horizontal type for the duty/standby stated on the drawings and
shall comprise duplicate pumps one run & one standby.
Each pump shall be direct run with drip-proof electric motors. Each pump shall be
provided with isolating valves on each inlet and outlet, together with a strainer on
each suction line and non-return valve fitted on each delivery line. One number
membrane tank of fabricated steel construction housing a removable butyl rubber bag
complete with lock shield gate valve shall be incorporated. 2 Nos. pressure switch
and 2 nos. pressure gauges shall be installed in pipe work.
Automatic control of the pressure set shall be by means of high/low level float
switches located in the high-level storage tanks and pressure switches. The pressure
switches shall be arranged to start the pressure set to refill the high-level cold-water
storage tank.
A low-level float switch shall be incorporated in the basement level cold-water storage
tank and arranged such that it prevents the pump set operating in the event of no
water. Provision shall also be made within the controls for a duty pump selector
switch. This selector switch shall allow duty pump No. 1 and duty pump NO.2 to be
changed over.
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Pump casings shall be manufactured from high-density cast iron to BS 1452 with
stainless steel shafts to BS 970 and high-grade gunmetal or stainless steel impellers
to BS 1400. Pump motors shall be totally enclosed fan cooled, drip-proof squirrel
cage, conforming to British Standards and shall be suitable for continuous operation
in temperatures of 50 deg. C. Motor speed shall not exceed 2990 rpm and shall be
suitable for running in ambient temperatures of 50 deg. C.
The electrical control panel cubicle shall be manufactured from mild steel sheet,
finished in stove enamelled hammer finish and fitted with all motor starter, fuse gear,
door isolator, selector switches, indicator lights and all relays, timers, ELCB, Alarm,
loud-off auto etc. to provide sequence control.
The water transfer pump set shall be a completely packaged factory assembled and
tested unit, complete with all major components, instruments, safety devices, stop-
valves and prewired control panels and all connection pipes and fitting shall be
copper.
The schedules of equipment in the tender drawings are tentative and are intended as
a guide and therefore it’s is the contractor’s responsibility to crosscheck the hydraulic
head in conjunction with the equipment being offered and submit the same for
Engineer’s approval.
b. COLD WATER BOOSTER PUMP SETS
The cold-water pressure pump set shall be factory assembled set and shall be of the
multi stage vertical or horizontal VFD type for the duty/standby stated on the
drawings and shall comprise duplicate pumps, one run and one standby.
Each pump shall be direct run with drip-proof electric motors. Each pump shall be
provided with isolating valves on each inlet and outlet, together with a strainer on
each suction line and non-return valve fitted on each delivery line. One number
membrane tank of fabricated steel construction housing a removable butyl rubber bag
complete with lock shield gate valve shall be incorporated. 2 Nos. pressure switch
and 2 nos. pressure gauges shall be installed in pipe work.
Automatic control of the pressure set shall be by means of pressure switches. The
pressure switches shall be arranged to the primary water at the desired pressure.
A low level float switch shall be incorporated in the cold water storage tanks and
arranged such that it prevents the pump set operating in the event of no water.
Provision shall also be made within the controls for a duty pump selector switch. This
selector switch shall allow duty pump No. 1 and duty pump NO. 2 to be changed over.
Pump casings shall be manufactured from high-density cast iron to BS 1452 with
stainless steel shafts to BS 970 and high-grade gunmetal or stainless steel impellers
to BS 1400. Pump motors shall be totally enclosed fan cooled, drip-proof squirrel
cage, conforming to British Standards and shall be suitable for continuous operation
in temperatures of 50 deg. C. Motor speed shall not exceed 2990 rpm and shall be
suitable for running in ambient temperatures of 50 deg. C.
The electrical control panel cubicle shall be manufactured from mild steel sheet,
finished in stove enamelled hammer finish and fitted with all motor starter, fuse gear,
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door isolator, selector switches, indicator lights and all relays, timers, ELCB, Alarm,
etc. to provide sequence control.
19.2.15 PRESSURE REDUCING VALVE
Wherever is required even not shown on the tender drawing, it is the contractor’s
responsibility to provide the system - a pressure reducing valve(s) if the distribution
system available pressure is above in relation to the fixture pressure requirement
being offered.
This is to prevent damaged and leaks that may cause and fault that may arise due
to over pressure since note that location of fixtures are installed in different levels
throughout the building. Maximum operating pressure should be 45 psi.
19.2.16 SWIMMING POOL
The Contractor shall supply and install all equipment and pipes, valves, electrical
connections and all the related works to the swimming pool including testing and
commissioning for the complete equipment/ systems as shown on the tender
drawings.
Swimming pool equipment / systems
 Filtration System
 Circulating Pumps
 Pool Accessories
 Over Flow Grating System
 Under Water Lights
 Chemical Treatments
 Heat pumps
 Control Panel
 Balancing Tanks
19.2.17 STERILIZATION OF WATER SERVICES
All pipework, fittings and storage tanks shall be sterilized starting with the external
water supplies, storage tanks and finally the water distribution system.
No sterilization shall be carried out until the system has been flushed out and
approval received in writing from the Engineer to commence sterilization.
Sterilization shall be carried out by a specialized contractor competent to do the job

and have tested and approved by government authority.
The following procedure shall be adopted for sterilization of the water distribution
systems:
a. Flush out all tanks, pipe works, etc.
b. Recharge all water systems adding sufficient sterilization chemical to a

concentration of 1-2 parts per million. The concentration shall be confirmed by
using a measuring instrument approved by the water department.
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c. Starting with the draw-off point nearest the cold water storage tank, each draw-off
point shall be opened until chlorine odour is present at each draw-off.
d. When all draw-off points have discharged chlorinated water, the cold water
storage tanks shall be recharged adding sufficient sterilization chemical to give
the correct concentration of 1-2 parts per million of chlorine. The system shall
then remain charged for a minimum period of one hour.
e. The water shall then be chemically analyzed. Should no residual chlorine be

found, the test shall be repeated until satisfactory results are obtained.
f. Drain down all storage tanks and pipework, flushing out tank and pipework, and
run the system clean prior to retesting of the water to ensure no residual chlorine
is present.
g. Finally a sample of tank water shall be taken to the Water Department for testing.
The results of these tests shall be forwarded to the Engineer for his approval.
19.2.18 TESTING AND COMMISSIONING
General Setting Out of Work and Commissioning
The contractor having ensured that water, electricity and other necessary supplies
are available, shall set to work the completed works or part thereof, at the instruction
of the Consultant and make the necessary adjustments to ensure correct functioning.
After the installation or part thereof has been set to work and adjusted, the contractor
shall demonstrate its operation, at a time selected by and to the satisfaction of the
Consultant. Test shall be in accordance with British Standard Code of Practice BS
6700 : 1997.
The test shall demonstrate:
a. That equipment provided complies with the specification in all particulars and is of
adequate capacity for its full rates of duty.
b. That all items of plant and equipment operate sufficiently quietly to meet the
specified requirements.
c. That all instruments, protection and control devices, etc., are correctly calibrated
and accurate.
d. That all water systems are properly balanced, vented, and operates satisfactorily
under test pressure.
The details of method of carrying out the recording of tests shall be agreed with the
Consultant. The Client's representative and the consultant shall be at liberty to be
present at test and to participate in the tests. This shall not relieve the contractor of
his responsibilities for carrying out the tests satisfactorily.
The contractor shall make all the records during the tests and on completion thereof,
shall provide the Consultant with a test report and record both in triplicate.
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The contractor shall also provide all test instruments, together with skilled
supervision and adequate labour for carrying out the tests.
Pipe Work Pressure Testing
All pipework services shall be subjected to a test of 500 kN/m2 or one and half times
working pressure whichever is the greater, for not less than 24 hours.
Where pipework is tested in sections, all valves shall be blanked off temporarily using
plugs or blank flanges. The valve wedge shall not be used to retain the water.
The pipe work services shall be charged with water allowing all air to escape and
avoiding shock or water hammer. The test pressure gauge shall be mounted within
the pipework system with a loop and cock and shall be calibrated such that the test
pressure falls above its mid-range.
The contractor shall carry out his own test first to ensure there are no leaks prior to
requesting the Consultant to witness the test. The witnessed test shall be
maintained for a minimum of 4 hour without measurable loss and without further
pumping.
Pipework main laid in ground shall be tested for 24 hours and leakage shall be
measured by the quantity of water pumped into the main under test. Leakage shall
not exceed five litres per 25 mm of pipe diameter per 1750 meter length of pipe for
33 meters head pressure in a period of 24 hours.
The Consultant shall witness all pipework tests. The contractor shall give the
Consultant a minimum of 24 hours notice of all tests. The contractor shall also
provide test sheets set out in an agreed manner of each pipework section to be
tested
19.2.19 SCHEDULE OF APPROVED MANUFACTURES
ITEM MANUFACTURER COUNTRY OF ORIGIN
1. Copper Pipes and fittings YORKSHIRE UK

WEDNESBURY UK
MUELLER UK
CONEX UK
2. Poly propylene pipes & fittings AQUATHERM GERMANY

(PPR) WEFATHERM GERMANY
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BAENNINGER GERMANY
KOPEX UK
POLOECOSAN GERMANY
3. Valves PEGLER UK
CONEX UK
CRANE UK
HATTERSLY UK/ CHINA
ECONONOSTO NETHERLAND
4. Electric Water Heater ECOTHERM EUROPE

SOLAHART AUSTRALIA
RYCROFT UK
5. Water Pumps WILLO GERMANY

SPP UK
EBARA ITALY
LOWARA ITALY
GRUNDFOSS EUROPE
CRANE USA
ARMSTRONG CANDA/ UK
6. Pressure Reducing Valves CRANE UK

GRINNELL USA
ZURN USA USA
HATTERSLY UK/ CHINA
7. Thermal Insulation KIMMCO KUWAIT

IZO CAM TURKEY
ARABIAN FIBREGLASS KSA
(AFICO)
8. GRP Tanks SAMSUNG-MCD KOREA

SEKI SUI JAPAN
MITSUBISHI THILAND/MALAYSIA
FTC UAE
8. Hangers and supports GRINELL USA

WEICCO INDIA
MUPRO GERMANY
PHD COLOMBIA
9. Water filters CULLIGAN USA

AQUA SWA NETHERLANDS
INNOVA ITALY
AQUA MACK CANADA
10. Water Hammer Arrestor SMITH USA

ZURN USA
MILLER USA
11. Swimming Pool PENTAIR USA

HYWARD USA
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ASTRAL SPAIN
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19.3.00 IRRIGATION SYSTEM
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.01 DESCRIPTION
The purpose of this project is to supply, install and commission an automated

irrigation system with all related components for the “Fox Hills Residential Building at
Lusail Fox Hills District, Qatar” consisting of field AC electric control valves, control
wires, filter, integrated dripper lines, drippers, flush valves, and central control system
1.02 SCOPE OF WORK
The scope of work shall be read in conjunction with the contract material
specifications, contract drawings and installation details and it includes but not limited
to the following:
A. The contractor shall prepare the shop drawings showing but not limited to The
Main line, Laterals, solenoid valves, control wires route and numbers, Irrigation
Controllers, integrated dripper lines, on line drippers, Bubblers and flush valves.
B. The contractor shall submit for client approval the technical information and
samples of the material he intends to use which should be in accordance with the
material specifications of this project.
C. The contractor shall commission the irrigation system upon completing the work
and then shall be handed over.
D. The contractor and upon completing the work shall provide the client with four
original sets of As-Built drawings accurately reflecting the executed works and
installation details.
E. The contractor shall upon completing the works provide the client with detailed
Operation and Maintenance Manuals (With applicable Arabic translations) in four
originals. The manuals shall include but not limited to; complete and marked
literature of all products used on the project and its reordering part numbers. It
shall also include a list of the recommended spare parts for a period of 5 years. It
shall include original print of the As Built drawings.
F. The client prior to issuing the Project Handing Over Certificate shall approve the
As-Built Drawings and the Operation & maintenance Manual.
1.03 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Manufacturers: Firms regularly engaged in the manufacture of irrigation

equipment, central control systems, pumps and fittings whose products have
been in satisfactory use in similar service for not less than 10 years.
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B. Installers: Firms regularly engaged in the installation of irrigation works of a

similar quality and scope as this project for at least 5 years.
1.04 APPLICABLE CODES AND STANDARDS
ISO R 161 Confirming to German Standards Din 8061 & 19532
BS: CP312 - Code of Practice for Plastics Pipe work (Thermoplastic Materials) of a
uPVC Pipe work and Fittings
BS: 1780 - Specification for bourdon tube pressure and vacuum gauges.
BS: 3505 - Specification for uPVC pressure pipes for cold potable water.
BS: 4346 - Joints and fittings for use with uPVC pressure pipes.
BS: 5150 - Specification for cast iron wedge and double disk gate valves for
general purposes.
BS: 5154 - Specification for copper alloy globe, globe stop and check, check and
gate valves for general purposes
BS: 8010 - Code of practice for pipelines.
1.05 SUBMITTALS
A. Shop Drawings - The contractor to prepare the project shop drawings in 6 sets
which to be approved by the client representative prior to commencing installation
work. The shop drawings shall show but not limited to valves, control wires route
and numbers and controllers location
B. Products – The contractor shall submit for client approval prior to commencing
installation works; the products he intends to use with all technical details and
literature in accordance with the specifications below.
C. Operation and Maintenance Manuals-The contractor shall submit 6 sets of the

detailed Operation & Maintenance Manual with equipment reordering codes and
literature.
D. As-Built Drawings- The contractor shall submit 6 sets of the complete project as-
built drawings reflecting the actual site installation.
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PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.01 GENERAL
A. All primary distribution pipe work shall be Un plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride

(uPVC) to Class 5
B. All primary distribution pipe fittings shall be solvent welded uPVC 16 bar
C. As an alternative to the Specifications in items A&B, uPVC pipe work confirming

to BS 3505 Class E and fittings to BS 4346 of equivalent pressure rating may be
used.
D. Unplasticized Polyvinyl Chloride Pipes:
1. All uPVC pipes shall be manufactured in Qatar or equal local manufacturer

approved by the client and consultant. They shall be Class E (16 Bar) / Class
D (10 Bar) as per BOQ and confirm to ISO 4422. Pipes up to 90 MM nominal
diameter shall have solvent welded joints and pipes of 110 mm and above
diameter shall have rubber ring sealing pipes.
2. Pipes may be supplied in random lengths no length smaller than six meters.
Each pipe shall legibly and indelibly marked with manufacturing standard, the
manufactures name, date of manufacture, nominal bore and working pressure
/ class. Pipe shall be smooth finished inside and outside and shall show no
evidence of blisters, grooves or other extrusion marks. The contractor shall
provide three samples of all size pipes of one meter in length for approval
prior to installation of any plastic pipe.
3. On no account shall uPVC saddle type connection to be made for solenoid
valve assembly.
4. The Engineer shall select samples during the course of the works from each
size of pipe for testing by an independent authority to ensure strict
compliance with the ISO Specification. All cots of packing, shipping, testing,
reporting and the like for all such test shall be deemed to be included in the
tender price.
E. Fittings
1. All uPVC fittings shall be ISO/DIN Specification and have a minimum rating of
16 kg/cm2 at 20 degree C Fittings shall be suitable for use with the above
specified pipes. Where uPVC flanges are required these shall be drilled to
NP16 as detailed in BS 7622 and BS 4772. All fittings above 160 mm shall be
fusion bonded epoxy coated ductile iron or cast flanged GRP. The Contractor
shall use only fittings that are approved by the Engineer. All nuts and bolts
shall be 316 stainless steel.
F. uPVC Cement Thinner and Tape
1. uPVC cement and thinner shall be of the type approved by the Engineer. All
cans of solvent and primer shall have labels intact and shall be stamped with the
date of manufacture and shelf life. No cans with an expired shelf life will be
permitted. Joints compound for threaded connections shall be PTFE tape or
approved equal thread sealant.
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G. Underground Warning Tape
1. Marking tape shall be laminated polyethylene and aluminum foil construction

capable of detection by low output generator equipment.
2. Tapes shall remain legible and colour fast in all soil conditions at pH values of
2.5 to 11.0 inclusive.
3. Warning tape for irrigation pipe lines shall be yellow / orange in color as
approved by engineer.
4. Tape shall not less than 150 mm wide and shall have the phrase
“IRRIGATION PRESSURE MAIN” or
“CAUTION – IRRIGATION PIPE LINE AND CONTROL CABLES”
in English and Arabic stamped in black letters and repeated at maximum intervals
of two meters.
H. Flexible Piping for on line drippers:
1. Flexible Pipes for irrigation on line drippers shall be in the required sizes as
shown on the drawings and B.O.Q extruded from linear low density
polyethylene version raw material. Pipes shall be resistant to algae and
ultraviolet deterioration with Carbon Black content not less than 2.25 %.
2.02 APPLICATION DEVICES
SPRAY POP-UP SPRINKLER
The sprinkler shall be equipped with an adjustable arc (1-360 ) nozzle discharging
4.3 gpm, for the full circle and it shall be available in sizes to cover up to a radius of
17 feet at a pressure of 25 psi.
The sprinkler nozzle shall automatically adjust the flow depending on the arc setting
in order to have a matched precipitation rate. It shall be an integral part of the riser
assembly that can not be removed, and has the ability to open fully to allow flushing.
It shall have grooves on the inner surface to allow dirt to go out of the nozzle easily.
The sprinkler shall have radius reduction capability by means of a stainless steel, arc
and radius adjustment screw. It shall also be possible to adjust arc and radius from
the top of the riser assembly, using an adjustment key. This adjustment shall be
possible in all the phases of installation (before and after installation, while static and
while operating).
The sprinkler shall have an inlet screen of length not less than 100 mm. It shall have
30 mm exposed diameter after installation. The body and riser of the sprinkler shall
be constructed of non-corrodible, heavy duty A.B.S The sprinkler shall accept a drain
check valve, installed in the field from in the base of the riser to prevent drainage.
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The sprinkler shall carry a one-year, exchange warranty (not prorated).
ROTOR POP-UP SPRINKLER (8 – 12m radius)
The sprinkler shall be of the gear-driven, closed case rotary type, capable of
covering a 14 (meter) radius at 50 PSI with a discharge rate of 5.5 GPM. The
sprinkler shall have a patent gear drive reversing mechanism.
The sprinkler shall be available with eight standard nozzles discharging from 0.9 to
8.2 GPM or four low-angle nozzles discharging from 1.6 to 4.7 GPM.
The sprinkler shall have radius adjustment capabilities by means of a stainless-steel

nozzle retainer/radius adjustment screw. It shall be available in both full-circle and
adjustable part-circle configurations. The adjustable part circle unit shall be minutely
adjustable from 40° to 360°. The adjustable unit shall be adjustable in all phases of
installation i.e., before installation, after installation while static, and after installation
while in operation.
The sprinkler shall have a FloStop™ feature that will enable the user to stop the
water flow through an individual sprinkler head. The sprinkler shall have a constant
rotation speed irrespective of the nozzle installed. It shall have a minimum of 4-inch
(100-mm) pop-up stroke to bring the rotating nozzle turret into a clean environment.
The sprinkler shall have a thick rubber cover firmly attached to the top of the
sprinkler riser. It shall be equipped with a drain check valve to prevent low head
drainage, and be capable of checking up to 10 feet (3, 0 m) in elevation change.
It shall have an exposed surface diameter after installation at least 40 mm.
The sprinkler shall have an overall height of 19 cm. The sprinkler shall have a 3/4-
inch Female National Pipe Thread (FNPT) inlet. The sprinkler shall be serviceable
after installation in the field by unscrewing the body cap, removing the riser
assembly, and extracting the inlet filter screen.
The body of the sprinkler shall be constructed of non-corrodible, heavy-duty A.B.S. It

shall have a stainless steel spring for positive retraction of the riser when irrigation is
complete. The sprinkler shall have a stainless steel riser and shall carry a five-year,
exchange warranty.
DRIPPER LINES AND DRIPPERS
Integrated Dripper Lines for Ground Cover and Shrub Beds
The dripper line shall consist of a ultra violet resistant low density Linear
polyethylene tube with internal pressure compensating continuously self cleaning
integral flat drippers welded to the inside of wall of the tube at the specified spacing
as an integral part of the tubing assembly.
The tube shall have a 17mm or 16 mm outside diameter.
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The dripper shall be constructed of plastic with a hard plastic diaphragm retainer and
a self cleaning EPDM diaphragm extending the full length of the dripper. It shall have
an inlet filter raised from the wall of the tubing. It shall have the ability to
independently regulate discharge rates with a constant flow at an inlet pressure of 7-
70 psi.
The drippers shall have a manufacturer’s coefficient of variability (CV) of 0.03 or less.
The dripper discharge shall be 0.4, 0.61, or 0.92 gph utilizing a combination turbulent
flow/reduced pressure compensation cell mechanism and an EPDM diaphragm to
maintain uniform discharge rates. It shall also be continuously self-cleaning during
operation and under pressure and have a flow exponent X = 0 and a Kd of 1.3.
The dripper flow versus pressure shall be tested by an independent organization

such as the Center of Irrigation Technology, and shall have available reports to be
presented upon request.
The dripper flow shall not be affected by temperature up to 60 degrees Celsius and
shall not have a spike at start up.
The filtration requirement of the dripper shall be a maximum of 80-120 mesh.
The dripper line shall have a 7 years guarantee against solar radiation and 5 years
warranty against manufacturing defects.
Drippers for Trees and Palm Trees
The dripper shall be single outlet and it shall have a fixed flow of 24 Liters per Hour
(6.34 Gallons per Hour) for a pressure range of 7-60 psi.
The dripper shall have an independent pressure compensation mechanism with dual
regulation having an EPDM diaphragm and a turbulent flow labyrinth path. It shall be
continuously self-cleaning during operation and under pressure.
The dripper shall have a flow path of the following dimensions: depth 0.057”, width
0.053”, and length 0.59”.It shall have no emission spike at low pressure start ups of 7
PSI. It shall also be provided with a built-in anti-siphon mechanism to prevent suction
of external impurities.
The dripper shall have a colour coded cap to identify flow.
The drippers shall have the Anti-Leak mechanism to prevent water draining out of
the dripper at a pressure of 7 PSI. It shall have a barbed inlet having an inlet filter.
The dripper shall have a Coefficient of Manufacturing Uniformity (CV) 0.03 or less.
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Drippers for Scattered Shrubs and Ground Cover
The dripper shall be single outlet and it shall be available with a flow of 4, and 8
Liters per Hour (LPH) and shall be of the pressure compensating and continuously
self-cleaning type.
The dripper shall have an independent pressure compensation mechanism with dual
regulation having an EPDM diaphragm and a turbulent flow labyrinth path.
The dripper shall have a uniform flow rate at a pressure range of 7-60 psi and shall
have no flow emission spike at start up low pressure of 7 PSI.
The dripper shall have a built in anti-siphon mechanism to prevent suction of external
impurities with the need of dust cap. It shall have the Anti-Leak mechanism to
prevent water draining out of the dripper at a pressure of 7 PSI.
The dripper shall have a nipple outlet with colour coded cap to identify flow for each
type.
It shall have a barbed inlet having an inlet filter.
The dripper shall have a Coefficient Of Manufacturing Variation (CV) 0.03 less.
BUBBLERS
The bubbler shall be of the pressure compensating type having a fixed flow under a
pressure range of 20 to 90 PSI. It shall be constructed of corrosion and UV resistant
plastic material.
The bubbler shall have an integral electrometric flow bushing to maintain a constant
flow at different pressure range.
The bubbler shall have a plastic screen filter to protect it from debris that could be
available in the water. It shall have a ½ inch female threaded inlet (FNPT) for
connection to a ½ inch male threaded riser.
The bubbler shall be available in 0.25, 0.5, 1.0 and 2.0 GPM flow rates. The bubbler
shall carry a two years warranty
VALVES
Remote Control Electric Solenoid Valves
The electrical solenoid valves shall be of the globe type normally closed,
electronically actuated, diaphragm operated.
The valve’s body and bonnet shall be moulded of non-corrodible, glass-reinforced

nylon, rated at an operating pressure of 200 PSI. The body of the valve shall have
brass inserts, with through holes, which will accept the bonnet Stainless steel bolts.
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The diaphragm shall be of moulded construction, reinforced with nylon fabric. A

heavy-duty removable seat shall be available to protect and support the diaphragm.
The valve shall be equipped with an internal filter as well with a self-cleaning
metering rod, so only clean water can enter the solenoid chamber. A filter cleaning
system, that continuously cleans the filter when the valve is operating, shall be
available.
The valve shall be equipped with a flow control mechanism with handle, which
regulates the flow from full on to completely off. It shall have an accurate set
pressure regulator, to keep the downstream pressure constant after setting it. The
regulator shall be of the top dial model with clearly shown pressure values in bars
and PSI. It shall regulate the flow at a pressure range of 20 to 100 PSI.
The valve shall be available in 1, 1.5, 2 and 3 inch size and it shall have a BSP
female thread inlet and outlet. It shall accommodate a flow rate from 0.1 gpm (1”size)
to 200 gpm (2”size)
The valve shall have a 24 volts 60 cycle solenoid with a 370 mA in-rush current and
190 mA holding current.
The solenoid shall be an encapsulated, one-piece unit with a captive plunger. The
Valve shall be equipped with a manual internal bleed only giving the capability to
release the upper chamber water to the downstream piping, allowing the valve to
open. No external bleed shall be available
The valve shall carry a five years exchange warranty.
Plastic Glass Nylon Hydraulic Control Valves
The electrical solenoid valves shall be of the globe type normally closed, 3 way
hydraulic type electronically actuated, diaphragm operated.
The valve’s body and bonnet shall be moulded of non-corrodible, glass-reinforced

nylon, with a maximum operating pressure of 200 PSI.
The valve shall be controlled with a hydraulic control signal. It shall be equipped to
operate with a Radio Valve Actuator. The actuator shall be designed and the same
manufacturer of the Irrigation Central Control System.
The Valve diaphragm shall be made of EPDM, highly resistant to chemicals and
fertilizers.
The internal pilot shall have a large full bleed path to allow the valve working with low
quality Treated Sewage Effluent water without any clogging.
The valve shall be equipped with a flow control mechanism with handle, which
regulates the flow from full on to completely off. It shall have an insert able field
installed pressure regulating module, to ensure constant downstream pressure.
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The valve shall be available in 1.5 and 2 inch size and it shall have a BSP female
thread inlet and outlet.
The valves shall accommodate a flow rate from 0.4 gpm to 150 gpm with a pressure
loss of 4.4 psi at 105 gpm flow in the 2” hydraulic globe valve, and 7.1 psi in the
1.5”size.
Cast Iron Electric / Manual Hydraulic Control Valves
The Control Valve shall be made of epoxy coated cast iron. It shall be of the
hydraulic type with 3-way pilot design. The electric version shall be operated by 5
watts electric solenoid actuator.
The Valve shall be able to be outfitted in a number of combinations of control

functions including manual, solenoid , pressure reducing, and pressure sustaining
flow control, pump control, quick release slow closing and two way control.
The valve shall be of the flow through design with the diaphragm used as the direct
sealing surface. It shall be fully serviceable in place without removal from the line.
The valve shall have a minimum pressure rating of 200 psi. The only moving parts
inside the valves shall be the diaphragm and the spring. The valve diaphragm shall
be of natural rubber and it shall be available in nitrile and EPDM
The valve shall be available in sizes 3”, 4”, 6”, 8”, 10”, 12”, 16”, 18”and 20”.
PVC Electric Hydraulic Control Valve
The Valve shall be made of PVC material rated at 8 bars and of hydraulic type. It
shall be of available in 3” inch and 4” sizes.
The inlet and outlet connections of the valve shall be of the solvent weld type. The
valve shall be of the flow through design, and of the diaphragm direct closing type
which will allow very low friction loss at high flows.
The valve shall be of the normally closed type with a normally open 3-way solenoid
24VAC installed from outside. It shall be operated manually by means of a three-way
selector knob.
The internal parts of the valve shall be only a natural rubber diaphragm and a spring.
The valve shall be serviceable in place just by unscrewing and removing the top. It
shall also have the possibility of adding controls such as pressure regulation,
pressure sustaining, etc.
Quick Pressure Relief Valve
The valve shall be of bronze construction 2”size with angle configuration.
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The valve shall be of the flow through design with the diaphragm used as the direct
sealing surface. It shall be fully serviceable in place without removal from the line
and shall have a minimum pressure rating of 200 psi.
The valve shall have a pressure pilot for the adjustment of the pressure setting. It
shall immediately open fully when the network pressure exceeds the set pressure.
The valve shall close slowly as the network pressure drops in order to prevent shock
to the system and the on/off cycling of the pump.
The valve shall also be available in sizes 3”, 4”, 6”, and 8” with flanged connections.
Check Valves
The valve shall be of constructed of Aerospace quality composite and stainless steel
(SAE 303) materials, 100% non-corrosive. It shall allow flow in one direction by the
action of a spring loaded flap which closes against a rubber seal. The spring and the
flap shall be connected via a moment arm in order to ensure that the spring pressure
is maximum when the valve is closed.
The valve shall have a pressure rating of 16 bars. It shall have an external position
indicator that may be made electric for signaling a control system.
The valve shall be available in 3”, 4”, and 6”size.
Air Release Valves
Air relief valves shall be of the sizes shown on the Drawings and shall be of the
kinetic/automatic type that will automatically release air when the lines are being
filled with water and when air entrapment occurs while the system is working.
The Valves shall be of the 2”size with plastic or brass male base. The body of the
valve shall be constructed heavy duty plastic.
The working components of the valve shall be constructed of 100% corrosion

resistant materials to ensure maximum life and minimum water loss due to leaks.
The Air Release valve shall employ rolling seal mechanism made of EPDM and shall
remain open even when pipeline air pressure reaches 10 psi.
Line End Auto Flush Valve
The automatic line end flush valve shall allow for temporary, automatic flushing of
irrigation lateral lines during pressurization of the system.
The valve shall be designed in a way that it will not close prematurely at high
pressure. It shall allow for disassembly for servicing. It shall have a operating
pressure range of 15 to 57 psi.
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The valve shall be constructed entirely of non-corrosive plastic with a silicon

diaphragm. No springs shall be employed in the operation of the valve.
The connection of the valve shall be either ½ inch male thread or 17 mm insert.
Quick Coupling Valves
The Valve shall be operated by insertion of a compatible hollow coupler key.
The valve shall be operated by a 90º turn in clockwise direction with reverse turn for
closure and be capable of 360-swivel action.
The valves shall be of the low-pressure loss type.
The Valve Body shall be made from brass material and have the two-section type
with removable upper body. It shall be supplied with spring loaded locking cover
made from thermoplastic rubber. The cover spring shall be of stainless steel
material.
Gate Valves
Gate valves shall be designed for a working pressure of not less than 10 bar and
water operating temperature of 45° C.
Valves shall be the same size as the incoming line size with a clear waterway equal
to the full nominal diameter of the valves and shall be opened by turning counter
clockwise.
The operating nut or wheel shall have an arrow cast in valve indicating the direction
of opening.
Valves smaller than 3” shall be all bronze or brass conforming to BS 5154 with
screwed and connections. Valves 3” and larger shall be cast iron body, and shall
conform to BS 5150 with flange end connections.
Valve Boxes
The valve boxes shall have enclosures, which are injected molded polyofin plastic
with ultra violet additives, according to ASTM-D-V1248. It shall be light in weight with
reduced side angles and increased break resistance.
The valve box shall be non-conductive or sparking.
The valve boxes shall be available in sizes 910, 1015, 1320, 1324 depending on
installation requirements as per scope of work, specifications and drawings.
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REGULAR CONTROLLERS AND CONTROL CABLES
Irrigation Control Cables
The irrigation control cables shall be used between the solenoid valves and the
irrigation controllers. The cables shall be of the single conductor type UF and they
shall be engineered for direct burial use.
The wires shall be of the solid or stranded construction with soft bare copper
conductor. They shall have extra heavy thickness of special polyvinyl chloride
insulation highly resistant to the saline, acid or alkaline contaminants.
The copper conductors of the wires shall meet the requirements of ASTM B-3, B-8.
The thermoplastic insulation shall meet ASTM D-2219. All irrigation wires shall have
surface printing on insulation.
Irrigation Controllers
The controller shall be of a modular design with a standard 8-station model. There
shall be an insert able add-on 4 station and 8 station modules that enable the
controller to be customized from 8 stations up to 48 stations in 4 or 8 stations
increments.
The controller shall have three independent programs (A,B,C) with 8 start times per
program and one program (D) that can run concurrently with the other programs.
Watering time shall be available from 1 minute to 2 hours in 1-minute increment per
station in programs A, B and C and from 1 minute to 12 hours in program D.
The controller shall have 4 weekly schedule options to choose from: 7-day calendar,
31 days calendar, odd days programming and even days programming.
The controller shall also have a 365 days calendar clock to accommodate true odd
even watering. All programming shall be accomplished by use of a programming dial
and selection buttons with user feedback by LCD display.
The controller shall be equipped by a rain sensor.
The controller shall have a cycle and soak scheduling capability that allows a cycle to
be programmed for up to 60 minutes and a soak period up to 60 minutes.
The controller shall have a seasonal adjust feature that allows for station run times to
be changed from 10% to 150% in 10% increments to compensate for weather
changes.
The controller shall have automatic short circuit detection.
The controller shall be equipped with a programmable pump circuit that can activate
the pump start relay by zone. It shall have a programmable delay between valve
stations.
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Programs backup shall be provided by a non-volatile memory circuit that will hold the
program, time and date indefinitely.
The controller shall have a Stainless Steel cabinet and it shall be pedestal mounted.
The pedestal shall be stainless steel.
The controller shall be compatible with a programming kit (SRP) that transfer the
irrigation program from a personal computer and upload them into the memory of the
controller.
Automatic Filtration System
The filtration system shall consist of a disc filter Battery having 2 or more 4”units
depending on the flow and the water quality as specified on the drawings. Each unit
shall be capable to filter 415 gpm of average quality water.
Each filtration unit shall have 5 Nos. 3” disc filter elements enclosed in Anodized
Aluminium Housing with Stainless steel Clamp and EPDM O-ring seals.
The filter elements shall be of the grooved disc design providing both surface and
depth filtration in a compact package.
The grooved discs shall be fitted on a spine in a way that when the filter fills with
filtrate the ring compress to prevent the outflow water. They shall be manufactured
and laser cut so the width of each groove shall be constant from inside to out.
The grooves in the disc shall be cut at an angle so that the grooves on the upper disc
shall intersect with those on the lower disc.
The filter battery shall be equipped with a fully automatic backwash mechanism
consisting of 4”x 3” backwash valves and a backwash controller.
The backwash system shall work on pressure differential and/or time.
The backwash valves shall be plastic that accepts Victaulic connection.
During the backwash process the discs of the elements shall spin under the water
pressure coming out from the outlets of the spine to ensure complete cleaning of the
discs.
The filtration units shall be assembled on epoxy coated steel manifolds.
The maximum operating pressure shall be 10 bars and the minimum pressure at the
battery outlet shall be 3.5 bars
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PART 3 EXECUTION
3.01 PROTECTION
A. All materials shall be shipped or otherwise conveyed in such a manner as to

assure no damage. All boxes shall be securely sealed and clearly marked with
the name of the manufacturer. All pipes shall be protected from crimping,
crushing and splitting. All non-metallic system components shall be protected
from sunlight exposure as per the manufacturer's recommendations.
B. Work and materials shall be protected from damage during storage, handling and
construction. Particularly, non-metallic pipes and fittings shall be protected from
direct sunlight during storage. Facilities of the necessary dimensions shall be
provided and maintained for storage of all non-metallic irrigation materials in their
entirety. All non-metallic materials shall be handled carefully and stored under
cover to avoid damage. Pipes that have been damaged or dented will not be
used in this work.
C. In addition to the provisions for the protection of non-metallic components,

special attention shall be given to the protection of the control system compo-
nents; protection shall be provided as per the manufacturer's written
recommendations.
D. Openings into the system, apparatus and equipment shall be securely covered,
both before and after being set in place, to prevent obstruction in the pipes and
the breakage, misuse or disfigurement of the apparatus or equipment.
E. Barricades, guards, warning signs and lights as necessary or required, for the
protection of the public and the work force shall be provided.
F. Utilities: The location of existing underground utilities shall be determined and the
works performed in a manner which will avoid possible damage. Hand exca-
vation, as required shall be carried out to minimize the possibility of damage to
existing underground utilities.
3.02 PERFORMANCE
A. Layout and Verification:
1. The Contractor shall stake-out the locations of all pipe and valves and the layout
of work as accurately as possible.
2. The Contractor shall verify all horizontal and vertical site dimensions prior to
staking.
3. The Contractor will be responsible for relocating any existing services after first
obtaining the Engineer's approval. The Contractor shall remove and relocate
such services, at his own expense, if so directed by the Engineer.
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4. Before starting work on irrigation systems, the Contractor shall carefully check all
grades to determine that work may safely proceed, keeping within the specified
material depths.
5. Fittings installed on pipes beneath pavements or walls shall be shown on

drawings.
6. All changes shall be recorded daily on the " As-Built" worksheets.
3.03 INSPECTION
The Contractor shall inspect all products for damage immediately before installation.
Any products that are found to be damaged or not in accordance with the
specifications shall immediately be repaired or removed from the site and replaced.
Repairs shall not be undertaken without the Engineer's approval of Contractor's
proposed action.
3.04 INSTALLATION
A. Excavation and backfilling shall be in accordance with detail drawings.
B. In bedding and backfilling granular material shall be used below and above the
pipes. The back fill material shall be free of stones bigger than
C. Cast-in-place concrete shall be in accordance shall be in accordance with the

common civil works standards covering the concrete class, shattering work,
curing procedures etc.
D. All products shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instruction

and the drawings.
E. Location of Irrigation Lines:
1. Where the location of an irrigation line is not clearly dimensioned on the

Drawings, the irrigation line shall not be laid horizontally closer than 3.0
meters from a sewer.
2. However, where the bottom of the irrigation line will be at least 0.3 meters
above the top of the sewer pipe, the irrigation line shall not be laid closer
horizontally than 1.5 meters from the sewer.
3. Where irrigation lines cross under gravity-flow sewer lines, the sewer pipe
shall be fully encased in concrete, for a distance of at least 3.0 meters each
side of the crossing or shall be made of pressure pipe with no joint located
within 1.0 meters horizontally of the crossing.
4. Irrigation lines shall, in all cases, cross 0.6 meter above sewage pressure
mains.
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5. Generally, where the irrigation distribution or secondary main with

accompanying cable bundle is running under hard surfaces or landscaped
areas the pipe and the cables will be directly buried in a clean sand bed with
a marker tape above. At road junctions or other locations where pipes cross
the road they shall be contained in a direct buried PVC sleeve. The sleeve
shall extend beyond the road crossing by at least one meter on both sides.
The sleeve shall be a minimum of 100 mm diameter, and for larger pipes will
be at least 25mm greater in diameter than the pipe running through it.
6. Header mains shall be direct buried in sand in the landscaped areas only.
F. Placing and Laying
1. Pipes shall not be laid in water or when trench conditions are otherwise
unsuitable for the work. Water shall be kept out of the trench until the material
in the joints has hardened or until caulking or jointing is completed. When
work is not in progress, open ends of the pipe, fittings, and valves shall be
securely closed so that no substance will enter the pipes or fittings.
2. Pipe ends left for future connections shall be valved, plugged or capped, and
anchored, as shown or as directed. Pipes that have the grade or joint
disturbed after laying shall be taken up and relaid.
3. All piping with the exception of the flexible irrigation drip line shall be
surrounded by a sand bed to the dimensions as shown on the Drawings.
G. Plastic Pipes
These shall be installed in accordance with BS 8010: Part 1 and the Manufacturer's
recommendations. Pipes with threaded joints shall be snaked from side to side of the
trench to allow for expansion and contraction.
H. Jointing
1. Pipe joints of uPVC shall be installed in accordance with recommendations of

the manufacturer. Excess jointing material shall be removed.
2. uPVC male adaptors with specified threaded joint compounds to make

connections between plastic pipe and valves shall be used as detailed, and
tightened with light wrench pressure.
I. Concrete thrust blocks shall be constructed on main pipelines at all changes in

direction or size. The thrust blocks shall be un-reinforced concrete and shall
have a minimum dimension of 300 mm. The pipelines shall be located centrally
in the thrust blocks.
J. Irrigation piping from the remote control valve boxes to the end of the irrigation
drip lines shall be buried to the depths as shown on the Drawings.
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K. Closing of Pipe and Flushing Lines:
1. Closing: Openings in piping systems shall be capped or plugged, leaving

caps and plugs in place until removal is necessary for completion of the
installation. Dirt and debris shall be prevented from entering pipe or
equipment.
2. Flushing: All pipes and tubing shall be thoroughly flushed out before
installation of the emitter control valves. Butt joints, fittings and connections
shall remain visible.
L. Tagging and Identification: All remote control valves, motor-operated valves,

pressure reducing valves, manually-operated gate valves and controllers shall be
tagged and identified. All identifying numbers shall be consistent with like
designations indicated on the irrigation controller schedule.
M. Site Equipment Installation:
1. Isolation Valve/Gate Valve: Shall be installed as detailed and where indicated

on Drawings.
2. Remote Control Valve Assembly: Shall be installed in the positions as

indicated in the details, remote control valve assembly comprising gate valve,
remote control valve with pressure regulator , and all appurtenances. Valve
boxes containing the assembly shall not be placed closer than 300mm to
paved areas. When the pressure gauge has been properly attached, the
outlet pressure shall be set as required during coverage tests.
3. Valve Boxes: Shall be installed as detailed and where indicated on Drawings.

All valves and valve assemblies shall be mounted in boxes as detailed.
a. The top of all boxes shall be set parallel with the grade and as detailed
in a neat and orderly fashion.
b. Shall be placed parallel to paving, kerbs, walls or similar structures

and where more than one box, parallel to each other.
c. All box locations shall be reviewed with the Engineer prior to

installation of valves.
d. Valve boxes shall not rest on or come in contact with the valve, piping,
hose or conduit.
e. Valve circuit number of the remote control valve shall be painted on

rim of box, such that:
i. Minimum height of letters and numerals - 38 mm.
ii. Black enamel paint.
iii. It shall be located on inlet side of box with bottom of letter aligned
with outer edge of box.
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iv. A soak away 500 mm deep shall be provided under all valve boxes
using clean crushed aggregate 20 - 30 mm nominal size.
N. Control System
1. Irrigation Controller:
a. An irrigation controller shall be installed in locations approved by the

Engineer, with the control cables, clearly marked with identification
markers, attached to the appropriate terminals in the approved manner.
b. Shall be secure to a concrete pad with approved anchor bolts. Chipping,

cracking, or otherwise marring the finish of enclosure when securing to
the concrete pad shall be avoided.
c. Programming of Irrigation Controller: Using the controller schedule

provided on the drawings, as a guide, the irrigation controller shall be
programmed to correspond with the initial irrigation sequencing and
duration of the cycles for each zone. The Contractor may find that during
establishment and maintenance the schedule has to be modified to
achieve a correct irrigation regime in accordance with good horticultural
practice.
O. Irrigation - Electrical:
1. The Contractor shall provide, install, test and commission all items of
electrical equipment associated with the irrigation systems.
2. All electrical works shall be in accordance with the BS and IEC, and as further
specified in Sections under Division 16.
3. The irrigation system shall commence at the controllers which shall be fitted
into a dwarf type distribution cabinet with solar shade and shall have a bolting
down foot for mounting on a pre-formed concrete base. All incoming and
outgoing cables shall be from below ground level. The cabinet shall have a
hinged lockable opening door to provide full front access to the controller and
equipment and shall be sized according to the equipment being installed.
4. All equipment, conductors, termination, etc., within the pillar and throughout
the irrigation system generally shall be fully insulated such that there are no
live parts or connections exposed and shall be to the complete satisfaction of
the Engineer.
5. The irrigation pillar shall have sufficient free space for fitting a kWh meter
together with any additional equipment or accessories required to complete
the equipment.
6. Each irrigation pillar shall have permanently fixed on the inside of the door, a
distribution diagram showing all circuits connections, ratings, cable sizes, etc.,
together with a current controller schedule.
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7. All terminals shall be of the crimped spade type with insulated grip. At all
connection locations 150 mm of "slack" shall be provided.
8. Conductor markers shall be used throughout which shall clearly indicate the
circuit reference or number. These shall be white plastic with black letters or
numbers and of the type which acts as a sleeve over the conductor insulation.
9. Connections onto valves shall be made in a below ground PVC resin filled
moulded waterproof connector with integral wire clamp.
P. Drip Line/Soft line Testing:
1. Drip lines shall be carefully uncoiled and laid in position without kinking. Any
kinked section shall be cut from the line and subsequently rejoined with a line
joiner section.
2. Drip lines shall be snaked as required for maximum coverage without the use
of compression fittings. Sharp bends shall be avoided where there is a
likelihood of causing kinks in the line.
3. Drip lines shall be laid on the ground surface for a minimum of 48 hours prior
to the installation of irrigation emitters or stakes.
4. After this period the drip lines shall be realigned and secured to the ground
with stakes at 5 m intervals.
Q. Concrete Pads:
1. Installation as detailed and where shown on the Drawings.
2. The exact location shall be confirmed to the Engineer prior to pouring.
3. Specified non-metallic conduit shall be provided as required to penetrate

boxes and enclosures as approved by the Engineer.
4. The anchor bolts shall be set in coordination with enclosure hole locations.
R. Pumps:
1. Installation:
a. Installation shall be done in accordance with the manufacturer's instruc-

tions, and as specified herein.
2. Fabrication:
a. All like parts of same type pumps fabricated by the same manufacturer
shall be interchangeable.
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b. Whenever possible, the pump shall be manufactured such that it shall be

possible to disassemble the rotor assembly with minimum disassembly of
other parts, such as suction and discharge nozzles, bearing supports, etc.
c. All castings shall be clean without defect. Casting repairs shall be done
only after agreement is reached between the Engineer and the
Contractor.
d. All foundry and machine work shall be in accordance with good practice
for the class of work involved.
e. All parts shall conform to the required dimensions and shall be free from
defects that will prevent proper functioning of the pump.
f. Assembly of parts shall be well fitted and smoothly operating.
g. All internal parts, such as impeller, requiring surface treatment shall be

sprayed with PVC epoxy primer in accordance with pump manufacturer's
standard practice.
h. Pump exterior shall be sprayed with PVC epoxy primer and shall be
painted to meet specific application requirements in accordance with
pump manufacturer's standard practice.
3. Shop Testing:
a. Pump performance tests shall be conducted in accordance with BS 5316.

In addition, each pump shall be tested at five points of operation from
shut-off head to run out condition, including the guaranteed pump's
performance point.
b. All pumps shall be hydrostatically tested for leaks at 1.5 times the design
pressure. There shall be no leakage during the one-hour test period.
c. The Contractor shall submit Manufacturer's test certificates, including test

data to show that pump meets performance specifications.
3.05 SYSTEM TESTING
A. Purging:
1. Immediately prior to hydrostatic testing, all irrigation lines shall be thoroughly

purged of all entrapped air.
2. Mainline piping system may be tested in sections. Lateral Systems shall be

tested valve by valve.
3. Water shall be discharged from a single outlet by manipulation of isolation control

valves and installation of temporary caps.
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4. Water shall be introduced into lines to be tested at full operating head and the
water flow at end discharge point, and observed until all air and residual debris
has been expelled from the line.
B. Initial System Test:
1. Individual parts of the main network between isolation valve points having a
length not greater than 500 meters shall be tested together with dead legs before
backfilling operation.
2. Test shall be made only after completion of the above operations and not until at
least seven days after the last concrete thrust anchor block has been cast.
3. Contractor shall supply all testing material and equipment, including all caps,
valves, pumps, tanks and gauges as required.
4. Pressure gauges shall be dual reading in bar and psi units. Calibration shall be
such that accurate determination of potential pressure loss can be ascertained.
5. The section of the main pipeline to be tested shall be filled with potable water and
all air expelled. After the main pipeline has been completely filled, the pressure
shall be steadily and gradually increased until the specified test pressure has
been reached. Simultaneous pressure and leakage tests and separate pressure
test shall be made at 150 % of working pressure at the point of test, but not less
than 125% of normal working pressure at highest elevation. Separate elevation
test shall be made at 150 % of normal working pressure of the segment tested.
Duration of simultaneous pressure and leakage tests shall be 2 hours and
duration of separate pressure tests shall be 1 hour. All testing shall comply with
AWWA M23-80, Polyvinyl Chloride Pipe Design and Installation. A graph shall be
produced showing water input against time and the test shall run until the graph
curve flattens out. Testing shall comply with AWWA specifications and
requirements.
6. Separate tests shall be applied to the lateral distribution pipe work and the
irrigation pipe work from the remote control valves outwards. Test pressures for
these shall be as described above.
7. When testing the irrigation lines from the valves, discharge devices shall be
replaced with temporary plugs or caps.
8. All trenches with pipe installed shall be immediately backfilled with preliminary
sand backfill sufficient to prevent arching or slipping under pressure. All joints,
fittings and connections are to remain exposed until successful completion of
hydrostatic testing.
9. Other than for preliminary sand backfill over pipes, no work shall be covered
before it has been inspected, tested and approved by the Engineer.
10. During the tests, all exposed couplings, fittings and valves shall be carefully
examined for defects and leakage. Leaking pipes, couplings, joints, fittings and
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equipment shall be repaired or replaced and the section retested as previously

specified.
11. Upon receipt of approval of the Engineer to proceed, the remaining backfill shall
be placed and compacted to ninety percent (90%) of maximum dry density. For
further details refer to Section 02221 - TRENCHING, BACKFILLING,
COMPACTION AND GENERAL GRADING.
C. Final System Test: The tests as specified above shall be repeated for the entire
network after pipelines have been backfilled, cleaned and inspected. Each test
shall be restricted to pipes of one class and particular care shall be taken to
isolate air valves, etc. and not to apply higher pressures than specified at any
point on the pipeline and to ensure that the pipelines are adequately anchored
before any test is carried out.
D. Test Results: Written records of every test clearly identifying the tested section
of the pipe together with time of test and name of testing engineer in tabulated
format shall be submitted for review and approval by the Engineer upon
completion of the tests.
3.06 FLUSHING
A. General: On completion of the system test, the system is to be thoroughly

flushed, the velocity of water being at least 1 m/s. Should the main water supply
be unavailable or inadequate for this purpose at the time of flushing, then a swab
of adequate size shall be used to remove all foreign matter from the pipeline. This
process shall continue until the pipeline is completely clean. Each control valve
shall be opened separately and the terminal systems also thoroughly flushed.
After completion of flushing, the emitters and other discharge devices shall be
fitted.
B. Operation Test: After the hydrostatic test, emitters shall be installed and the
system completed and tested to demonstrate functional efficiency. This shall be
prior to covering the laterals with mulch.
C. The lines shall be operated for a period of 24 hours, not necessarily in one
continuous period, and all emitters checked for satisfactory operation. Any
faulty/blocked emitters shall be replaced.
3.07 IRRIGATION TANK
Irrigation water storage tanks shall be manufactured to British Standards and comply
strictly with the Water Department's Regulations of Qatar. The following tank may be
used:
Reinforced Concrete Storage Tank
The following design criteria shall be observed during construction:
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a. There shall be one manhole to be positioned to have easy access to the float
valve
b. Stainless steel or GRP ladder shall be provided for access to the tank.
c. Vent pipe with insect guard shall be provided.
d. Water level controls (low level electric float switches interlocked) for pumps shall
be provided.
e. In case of overflow, warning system shall be provided either by level switch or by

other approved means.
f. Manholes shall be provided with at least 100mm upstaged concrete and double
sealed to prevent leakage.
g. Isolating stop-valves shall be provided in the supply and delivery lines
h. Approved non-toxic epoxy coating, resisting fungus growth shall be used on all
internal surfaces.
i. Approved tanking membrane for water tightness shall be used on external

surfaces.
The tanks shall be provided to the capacities, dimensions and locations shown on the
drawing. Each tank is to be fixed on a base, which supports the whole of the tank.
The details of the tank base are to be approved by the Consultant before any
installation work begins.
APPROVED MANUFACTURERS
1. IRRITROL
2. RAIN BIRD
3. HUNTER
4. TOURO
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19.4.00 SNG SYSTEM
General
This specification is to be read in conjunction with the drawings. The complete

installation shall be carried out by a WOQOD approved Specialist Contractor and
shall comply with the current B.S. codes and codes of practice, NFPA 58. The
Contractor shall ensure that the materials and installation are suitable for local
conditions and comply with local regulations (Civil Defense Department).
The Contractor shall be responsible for the supply, installation and execution of the
works described in these specifications for the SNG system to produce a complete,
tested, commissioned and fully operational installation including all necessary labor
and materials whether or not specified in details.
Scope of Supply and Work
1. Supply and installation, testing and commissioning and any other related works
necessary accessories, i.e. gas meters, leak detection controllers, emergency
shut off system, from the tie-in connection up to point of usage, linkage to fire
alarm panel, Gas detection system, etc for proper working of the complete SNG
system, whereby executed by contractor approved by Woqod to perform such
works, Contractor shall consider on his pricing the complete SNG system.
2. The Contractor shall execute the gas piping network in coordination with other
services and as per the local Civil defence Norms. (In coordination with gas
provider) to make the system functional without variation in cost.
3. SNG connection points are indicative; therefore it is the Contractors responsibility

to verify the final gas connection points and shall coordinate with the approved
layout on the end usage.
SNG System
The Contractor shall provide a fully functional system comprising of all components
whether or not mentioned in the drawings. The complete SNG gas detection system
installation shall be carried out by approved supplier cum installer.
The schedules of equipment /accessories in the tender drawings are tentative and are
intended as a guide and therefore are the contractor’s responsibility to crosscheck the
allowable pressure in conjunction with the approved shop drawings and submit the
same for Engineer’s approval. 21 mille bars were considered as the residual pressure
on the farthest outlet (appliance).
Pipes and Fittings/Pipe Encasement
All pipe work shall be seamless carbon steel pipe schedule 40 conforming to ASTM
A53, GRADE B. All the changes in direction of pipes shall be achieved by using
proper fittings. No gas pipe shall be vented. All branch connections shall be taken
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from the top or sides of horizontal main lines and not from the bottom. Compression
fittings shall not be allowed on gas pipe work.
All pipe encasement shall be black steel pipe sch. 40 to ASTM A53 GRADE B.
Isolating Valves
Valves shall be of lever operated ball type with an indication of ‘ON’ and ‘OFF”
positions. Valves shall be of the non-lubricated type and constructed of non-ferrous
materials. The valves shall be designed for capillary joint connections to the pipe
lines. Where screwed connections are provided for pipe line connection, they should
have I.S.O. metric thread in accordance with BS 3643. The valves shall be of
wrought copper or bronze. Details of the valves shall be submitted to the Engineer for
approval. Valves shall be malleable iron to ASTM A47 and or Ductile Iron to ASTM
A395. Rating as specified in table 5.9.4.1, as per NFPA58.
Identification of Gas Installation
All pipes shall be identified with the appropriate colour near stop valves, at any
change of direction and at 1.8m intervals along the line by means of self-adhesive 2
ply vinyl tapes. Self adhesive vinyl tapes shall be wrapped to overlap so that the tape
adheres to itself as well as to the pipe. Each junction point shall be clearly marked by
a colour band. Self adhesive vinyl banding shall not be less than 50mm wide and
shall include lettering to indicate the SNG.
Testing and Commissioning
Testing and commissioning of the whole installation shall be carried out in

accordance with relevant BS Standards. It shall be the responsibility of the Specialist
Contractor to provide all labour, materials, instruments and equipment required to
test and commission the installation to the satisfaction of the Engineer. The tests
shall be conducted and all defects rectified before any part of the installation is
concealed or buried.
The pressure tests on the pipe work shall be carried out by the Specialist Contractor
as described below.
Plug all open ends of the pipe work and put the pipe work on pressure test (7 bars)
with the air. Disconnect the air supply and keep the pipe work on test for 24 hours.
No leak shall be observed during this period. If the above pressure is not maintained,
the Specialist Contractor shall detect any leaks by the use of soap solution applied
externally to joints and connections. The soap solution shall be carefully washed off
and dried after testing.
Care shall be taken to ensure that all valves on main and sub-main branches of the
pipe work are properly subjected to this test.
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APPROVED MANUFACTURERS
SNG System
1. GASCO QATAR
2. JAMCO QATAR
G.I, Black Steel Pipes/fittings
1. NIPPON JAPAN
2. DALMINE ITALY
3. NKK CORPORATION JAPAN
4. TUBOS REUNIDOS SPAIN
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SECTION – 19

PLUMBING, SNG & IRRIGATION INSTALLATION

SL NO. TITLE OF SPECIFICATIONS

19.1.00 PLUMBING GENERAL

19.1.02 Site Conditions

19.1.04 Scope of Works

19.1.05 Compliance with Specifications and Regulations

19.1.06 Plumbing System

19.1.08 Contract Drawings

19.1.09 Working Drawings

19.1.10 Co-ordination of Drawings

19.1.11 Material Submittals

19.1.12 Material Inspections

19.1.13 Alternative Materials

19.1.14 Setting Out of Works

19.1.16 Contractor’s License

19.1.17 Service Connection and Permits

19.1.18 Damage to Plant and Materials

19.1.19 Protective Finishes

19.1.20 Works Test and Inspection

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19.2.00 PLUMBING MATERIALS

19.2.02 Installation, Storage and Protection

19.2.03 Pipe Supports, Brackets and Hangers

19.2.04 Pipe Sleeves

19.2.05 Valves and Stop Cocks

19.2.06 Strainers and Drain Cocks

19.2.07 Float Ball Valves

19.2.08 Trench Excavation

19.2.09 Under Ground Cold Water Services

19.2.10 Pipework Insulations

19.2.11 Cold Water Storage Tanks

19.2.12 Hot Water Service Heaters

19.2.13 Water Filters

19.2.14 Cold Water Pump Sets

19.2.15 Pressure Reducing Valve

19.2.16 Swimming pool

19.2.17 Sterilization of Water Services

19.2.18 Testing and Commissioning

19.2.19 Schedule of Approved Manufacturers

19.3.00 IRRIGATION SYSTEM

19.4.00 SNG SYSTEM

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Lusail Fox Hills District, Lusail, Qatar

19.1.02 SITE CONDITIONS

Maximum Ambient Temperature: 50 Deg.C (Dry Bulb) in summer

Altitude : Sea Level

Maximum Relative Humidity : 95 %

Maximum Wind Velocity : 140 Kms. per Hour

Prevailing Wind : North and North Westerly

Storms : Dusty Sporadic and Irregular

Annual Rainfall : 50mm between January & April

Site : The Locations where the works are to be carried out.

Contractor : The Main Contractor

KAHRAMAA : Qatar General Electric and Water Corporation

QCS : Qatar Construction Specification

BS : British Standard Specifications

CP : British Standard Code of Practice

Working Drawings : The Drawings prepared by the Contractor for the

Works : To include the provisions for al the materials and works

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to be carried out by the contractor as per these

Approved : Shall mean APPROVED by the Engineer in writing.