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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS 1
Bidding Document for the Procurement of Works for Jinja Municipal Council Urban Roads
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SPECIFICATIONS
1.0 GENERAL NOTES
NOTE: The Contractor is to allow in his rates for all expenses in connection with testing
of materials as specified including the supply and preparation of materials to be
tested, the cost of laboratory charges, etc.
Wherever reference is made in the Contract to specific standards and codes to be met by
the goods and materials to be furnished, and work performed or tested, the provisions of
the latest current edition or revision of the relevant standards and codes in effect shall
apply, unless otherwise expressly stated in the Contract. Where such standards and codes
are national, or relate to a particular country or region, other authoritative standards that
ensure a substantially equal or higher quality than the standards of codes specified will be
accepted subject to the Architect/Engineer’s prior review and written consent. Differences
between the standards specified and the proposed alternative standards shall be fully
described in writing by the Contractor and submitted to the Architect/Project Manager at
least 28 days prior to the date when the Contractor desires the Architect/Project Manager’s
consent. In the event, the Architect/Project Manager determines that such proposed
deviations do not ensure substantially equal or higher quality, the Contractor shall comply
with the standards specified in the documents.
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All materials shall be new and of the qualities and kinds specified herein and
equal to approved samples. Deliveries shall be made sufficiently in advance to
enable samples to be taken and tested if required. No materials shall be used
until approved materials which are damaged in any way shall be immediately
removed from the site at the Contractor’s expense.
All materials used in the works for which a Ugandan National Bureau
of Standards Specification has been published shall confirm with the
latest edition thereof in every way. The Architect reserves the right to
demand that the Contractor shall obtain at his own expense a certificate
in respect of any material to state that it is in accordance with the
Uganda National Bureau of Standards Specification.
The Contractor shall provide on the Site the following equipment for carrying
out measuring and control tests and maintain the same in full working order, if
relevant to the scope of the works:-
Minor details of construction which are fairly and obviously intended and which
may not definitely be referred to in this Specification and/or Drawings, but
which are usual in sound building practice and are essential to the Works, shall
be considered as included in the Contract Sum.
2.5 Samples
The Contractor is to allow in his rates for all expenses in connection with testing
of materials as specified including the supply and preparation of materials to be
tested and the cost of laboratory charges.
The Contractor shall furnish for approval, with reasonable promptness all
samples of materials and workmanship required by the Architect. The Architect
shall check and approve such samples for conformance with the design concept
of the Works and for compliance with the information given in the Contract
Documents. The work shall be in accordance with approved samples.
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The Contractor is required to visit the site of the existing building and ascertain
for himself the nature of the works and no claim arising from lack of knowledge
in this respect will be entertained. The dimensions and quantities given in this
section are approximate and the Contractor is referred to the site to ascertain
the exact nature of the work.
The items pulling down and alterations are to include for both labour and
materials and for any shoring, needling and temporary works in connection
therewith. The Contractor must allow in his pricing for making good all works
disturbed in all trades and carting away all debris.
The Contractor must give all the necessary notices and must exercise due care in
the demolitions. He must not collapse large sections of walls, floors, etc. and
must provide all necessary shoring and supports during the demolitions.
During demolition the Contractor shall keep the debris constantly watered to
minimize the dust arising and this shall be included in his prices.
All materials arising from the demolitions, unless specifically stated otherwise,
are to become the property of the Contractor and any credit allowed for the
value of such materials shall be shown in the space provided, if any or valued
and negotiated with the Architect/Engineer
Unless otherwise specified materials arising from the demolitions and alterations
will become the property of the Contractor. If the Contractor wishes to allow a
credit for any such materials the appropriate allowance should be included in the
'credit' column of the Bills of Quantities. In the event that the Employer wishes
to take possession of any such materials the Contractor will only be entitled to
receive compensation to the amount of credit indicated.
All materials, including rubbish, shall be removed from the site as soon as
possible.
c) “Making good” shall be deemed to mean all making good, fitting, facing
up, plastering,
repairing and repainting of match existing work.
e) “Re-fix” shall apply to existing materials arising from the works and shall
mean take from store and fix in new position, including making good,
repairing and adjusting as necessary.
4.2.0 GENERALLY
The Contractor shall visit the site and ascertain for himself the nature of the soil
to be excavated. The rates for excavation shall include excavation in any type of
material or made up ground excluding rock as defined below. No claim will be
allowed for lack of knowledge in this respect.
4.2.2 Levels
Immediately following the issue of the order to commence, the Contractor shall
carry out and record a check level grid of the site which shall be agreed between
the Architect and the Contractor within one week of the above order being
given.
Generally, clear the site of all shrubs and trees, (i.e. not exceeding 600 mm
girth), grub up roots and fill the holes with red earth. Trees and shrubs not
directed for destruction to be made good at the Contractor’s expense.
Excavations for bases and strip foundations shall be to the widths, depth, and
levels shown on the Architect’s drawings. Rates shall be deemed to include for
whatsoever alternative method the Contractor chooses to adopt.
The Architect shall be called to inspect the completed excavations before any
permanent works can be commenced in them. The Contractor shall keep all
excavations dry and free from rain or other surface water.
4.2.7 Excavations
j) The excavations are to be executed to the widths shown on the Drawings, and
to the depths below existing ground levels as directed by the Architect in order
Rates for filling of disposal of earth shall include for any double handling, except
that resulting from a written order by the Architect to deposit earth in
temporary spoil heaps pending its final disposal. Filling shall be in approved
filling material to required levels in specified layers carefully rammed and
consolidated. Disposal of all surplus excavated material shall be as instructed.
Rates shall include for loading and wheeling off the site to a tip to be provided
by the Contractor.
4.2.9 Hardcore
Hardcore for filling under floors etc., shall be good hard stone, ballast or quarry
waste to the approval of the Architect broken to pass not greater than a 150 mm
ring or to be 75% of the finished thickness of the layers being compacted
whichever is the lesser and graded to contain sufficient smaller pieces to fill all
voids so that it can be thoroughly compacted. The filling is to be laid in layers
each of a consolidated thickness not exceeding 225 mm and well watered and
compacted by hand or mechanical tampers. The top surface of the hardcore
shall be levelled or graded to falls as required and blinded with a 75 mm layer or
similar material finely crushed and well rolled and watered immediately before
concrete if laid.
Anti-Termite treatment for new works shall be fine sprayed using an approved
insecticide.
The Contractor shall at his own expense and before commencing excavations
ascertain in writing from the utility companies, Local Authorities and other
public bodies, companies and persons who may be affected, the position and
depths of their respective ducts, cables, mains, or piles and appurtenances.
The Contractor shall there upon search and locate such services in order to
appropriately prop, protect, underpin, alter, divert, restore and make good all
The term “Rock” shall mean any natural material which cannot be dislodged by
a pick and which can only be removed by the use of compressors or by blasting
or wedging. This classification does not include materials that can be removed
by means other than drilling and blasting or drilling and wedging, but which for
reasons of economy in excavating, the Contractor prefers to remove by drilling
and wedging. Unless specifically stated hereinafter, the Contractor must assume
that permission to remove rock will be refused and he must therefore price for
removing rock by compressors, etc. only.
4.2.13 Blasting
Blasting will only be allowed with the prior express permission of the Architect.
All blasting operations shall be carried out at the Contractor’s sole risk and cost
in accordance with any Government regulations in force for the time being, and
any special regulations laid down by the Architect governing the use and storage
of explosives.
The Contract must destroy any termite nests found within the perimeter of the
buildings and within a distance of 20 meters from the building externally and
take out and destroy queens, impregnate holes and tunnels with approved
insecticide and back-fill with hard material well rammed and consolidated. The
rate will be deemed to include for this destruction and treatment.
4.3.0 MATERIALS
4.3.1 Blinding
Blinding shall be of the same material as the hardcore bed, crushed and graded
from 4 mm upwards, free from clay, chemical or other pollutions, pests, weeds,
roots and rubbish.
4.3.2 Hardcore
Hardcore shall be of good, clean, hard, broken stone, broken before placing to
pass a 100 mm ring and free from all rubbish.
4.4.0 WORKMANSHIP
4.4.1 Generally
The Contractor shall control grading around the buildings so as to prevent water
running into excavated areas or into completed sections of the work.
The Contractor shall give the Architect at least 48 hours’ notice (this time shall
be doubled if the site of the works is more than 100 km from the nearest
permanent office of the Architect) when the excavations will be ready for
inspection and agreement of the level thereof. If a good bearing bottom is not
obtained at the level shown, the Architect is to be informed. No concrete is to
be laid until the bottom has been approved and the level thereof taken. Any
concrete work or other work done before such approval, shall, if so directed be
removed and new work substituted after excavations have been approved, at the
Contractor’s expense. Notwithstanding such approval, any bottom which
becomes waterlogged or otherwise spoilt after approval, shall be cleaned out and
reformed to the Architect’s approval before any concrete is placed. Before
placing concrete or masonry on rock surfaces, the surfaces shall be leveled off
or shelved to a slope not exceeding 25 mm per 300 mm.
The Contractor shall provide all necessary timbering, planking and strutting, etc.,
to uphold the faces of excavation, which shall only be removed when it is safe
to do so. Where the Architect instructs or agrees that it is necessary for the
safety of the works to leave in timbering and, planking and strutting, etc., such
timber shall be measured and agreed before covering up.
4.4.5 Filling
Return filling around foundations and filling to make up levels under floors and
pavings shall not be deposited until the formation level has been approved by
the Architect. In no case shall fill be deposited on a muddy foundation. Filling
shall be deposited in layers not exceeding 150 mm in depth before compaction
and shall be compacted by rolling, pneumatic tamping or other approved means
over the whole of the area.
If necessary the filling shall be allowed to dry or be moistened to the correct
moisture content before compaction. The finished surface shall be approved by
the Architect prior to further construction work thereon.
Hardcore shall be blinded and have the interstices filled with blinding as
described herein. Before placing concrete hardcore beds shall be well watered
to prevent water absorption from the concrete.
4.4.7 Protection
The Contractor shall protect all graded and filled areas from the actions of the
weather elements. Any settlement or washing away that occurs prior to
acceptance of the works shall be repaired and grades re-established to the
required elevations and slopes.
The Contractor shall ensure that the membrane will not be pierced during laying and
concreting.
Anti-termite treatment shall be carried out using ‘Aldrex 48’ or other equal and
approved chemical by the Architect in writing diluted to a water emulsion
containing a minimum of 0.5% of the chemical.
The treatment shall be applied to the whole area of the hardcore bed and tops
of foundation walls immediately prior to the placing of the concrete floor slab at
the rate of 7 litres per square meter. The treatment at the same rate shall also be
applied to all excavations for gum pole bases before any concrete is poured and
around the outside of the base for a distance of 500 mm from the edge of the
base excavation. To facilitate this, all excavated soil from the base is to be
dumped more than 500 mm from the excavation.
For in-situ anti-termite treatment for existing works, drill 5/8 inch diameter
holes 1 foot deep and not more than 2 feet between the holes and 3 inches from
the inside faces of all the external perimeter walls of all rooms. Into each hole,
inject under pressure approximately 5 litres of a suitable termicide such as
Aldrex 48% E.C. or Pyrinex Professional Formula 42% E.C., as supplied by an
approved supplier or other equal and approved supplier/manufacturer, at
concentrations of 0.5% and 1% respectively. The holes are then sealed with the
nearest matching material.
The Contractor’s attention is drawn to the fact that these treatments are toxic to
animals and human life and he shall prevent contamination of water supply
systems, shall cover up and protect treated areas immediately after treatment and
post written notices informing of the treatment at prominent points on the site
and the building.
a) That the chemical used complies with this specification and has been used
in the concentrations stated herein,
b) that the guarantee shall be continuous for a period of five years from the
date of treatment,
c) that should infestation by any termites appear before the end of the five
year period, the Contractor will return and re-treat as necessary to eliminate
the infestation entirely and at his own cost on each occasion that
infestation appears within the five year period.
The Contractor shall carry out annual inspections commencing three months
after treatment and continuing to the end of the guarantee period to ascertain the
presence of termites, and should any presence be found, the Contractor shall re-
treat as necessary to eliminate any infestation entirely and at his own cost on each
occasion that infestation is found.
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CP. 117: pt. 1: 1965 Composite construction in structural steel and concrete.
B.S. 3110 1972 Safe use of cranes (mobile cranes, tower cranes and
derrick cranes)
5.2.0 GENERAL
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The Contractor shall provide the Architect with three copies of all
test reports or certificates that are or may be required by this
Specification.
5.2.4 Suppliers
As soon as possible after the contract has been awarded and before
finalizing any order for materials to be incorporated in the works,
the contractor shall submit the names of any proposed suppliers to
the Architect for approval.
5.2.5 Drawings
The Contractor should check all drawings carefully before any part
of the work is carried out. Any discrepancy should be reported to
the Architect immediately for his clarification. The Contractor shall
be responsible for any costs arising out of his failure to report such
discrepancies to the Architect, in good time.
The Contractor shall ensure that he has all relevant drawings and
bar bending schedules for any part of the works, well in advance of
the executions of that part of the works. Any costs arising out of
the Contractor’s failure to ask for related drawings, or bending
schedules in writing, in good time, shall be the responsibility of the
Contractor. The same shall hold true even if the contractor has
submitted a programme of works at commencement.
5.2.7 Approval
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5.2.8 Cement
All cement shall be delivered to the site in the original sealed bags
of the manufacturer or in approved bulk containers.
5.2.9 Aggregates
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The Contractor shall provide the Architect with a certificate for his
retention showing that all aggregates regularly comply with the
requirements for this specification.
The Architect may require that any aggregate be tested for potential
reactivity in accordance with ASTM Test C.289-71.
5.2.10 Water
Water for use in mixing with cement or for curing concrete shall be
from an approved source, clean, fresh and free from organic and
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The Architect may require that any water for the works be sampled
and tested by the method given in the B.S. 3148 will be rejected.
Water for use in mixing with cement shall neither be hotter than
25oC (77 deg.F) - or colder than 5 deg. C (41 deg. F) at the time of
mixing.
b) Hot rolled high yield bars complying with B.S. 4449 (metric
units)
Where cold worked high yield bars are to be used, these shall be
square twisted bars formed by a torsion controlled process.
Where hot rolled high yield deformed bars are to be used, the
results of bond tests to
ASTM 234-71 using concrete of the same quality as that to be used
in the works, shall be forwarded to the Architect.
The fabric shall be free from scale, rust, grease or other substance
likely to reduce the bond between the steel and the concrete and
shall be laid with minimum 300mm laps and bound with No. 18
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The fabric shall extend to within 75mm of the expansion joints and
shall have laps of at least 230mm at all joints in the fabric at
junctions with reinforced concrete beams or other members. It
shall be placed on top of the first layer of concrete as previously
described and sufficient wire ties shall be provided to ensure that
the fabric is held down securely.
Spacer blocks of concrete shall not be used until at least 7 days old.
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5.3.0 REINFORCEMENT
5.3.1 Workmanship
Cold worked or any high yield bars shall not be straightened or bent against
once having been bent. When it is necessary to bend mild steel
reinforcement already cast in the concrete, the internal radius of such bends
shall be not less than twice the diameter of the bar.
All reinforcement shall be, at the time of concreting, free from mud, oil,
mortar droppings, loose rust, paint, grease, mill scale or other deleterious
matter. Reinforcement still ‘blue’ from the mill shall not be used.
Concrete hollow pots for use in the composite floor slabs are to be of the
sizes required as shown on the drawings and with 25 mm wall thickness and
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Concrete hollow pots are to be cured for at least 28 days before use on site.
During the first seven days of curing, pots are to be kept permanently damp
and protected from exposure to sun and wind.
Hollow clay pots where indicated for use in the composite floor slabs are to
be the sizes shown on the drawings and to be of adequate strength to
support the concrete during placing and consolidation by vibration. They
shall be obtained from an approved manufacturer. Before any orders are
placed, at least 6 samples clay blocks shall be provided for the approval of
the Architect. Any clay blocks subsequently delivered to site which in the
opinion of the Architect are not of equal standard to the approved samples
shall be rejected.
Rejected pots shall immediately be removed from site and shall not be used
in the works. Clay blocks are to be fully cured before delivery or use on site.
Care shall be taken in planning pots to ensure that they are set out in
accordance with the details shown on the Drawings and they run truly in
line without encroaching on the width of the in-situ ribs.
The Contractor should note that slip tiles are not to be used to the soffite of
ribs and he is to take this into consideration in pricing the items of
formwork to the soffite of hollow pot floor construction.
Care should be taken during concreting that the width of ribs between the
rows of pots and the solid in-situ concrete shown on the Drawings adjacent
to stopping beams is not encroached upon by the pots.
Where holes for service occur, the necessary holes or pockets shall be
accommodated by replacing of a hollow pot by in-situ concrete or the
widening of a rib.
Prices for such holes through hollow pots slab construction are to include
for the re-arrangement or substitution of the hollow pot with solid concrete
or the widening of a rib.
The concrete topping shall be poured at the same time as the ribs between
hollow pots.
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accordance with the Drawings and using the particular spacer blocks as
previously described.
The Contractor shall maintain, on site for the duration of the contract, all
equipment required for modifications to ‘in-position’ steel beams and
columns.
The Contractor is to note that steel grade 43, shall be used in composite
beams and steel grade 50 will be used in composite columns.
5.4.0 FORMWORK
5.4.1 Definition
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All forms shall be wood or metal and shall be built grout-tight and
of sufficient rigidity to prevent distortion due to the pressure of the
concrete and other loads incident to the construction operations.
Forms shall be constructed and maintained so as to prevent
warping and the opening of joints due to shrinkage of the timber.
False work shall be set to give the finished structure the required
grade and camber shown on the drawings.
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Form, clamps, ties bolts and anchors shall be used to fasten forms.
The use of wire ties to hold forms in position during placing of
concrete will not be permitted. Tie bolts and clamps shall be
positive in action and of sufficient strength and number to prevent
spreading or springing of the forms. They shall be of such type that
no metal part shall be left within the specified concrete.
The cavities shall be filled shall be filled with grout or mortar and
the surface left sound, smooth, even and uniform in color. All
forms for outside surfaces shall be constructed with stiff walls at
right angles to the studs and all form clamps shall extend through
and fasten such walls.
All forms shall be set and maintained true to the line designed until
the concrete is sufficiently hardened. Forms shall remain in place
or a period which shall be as specified hereinafter. When forms
appear to be unsatisfactory in any way, either before or during the
placing of concrete, the Architect shall order the work stopped until
the defects have been corrected.
5.4.4 Release Agents
Only approved chemical release agents, mould creams (emulsions
of water in oil) or oil containing a proportion of surfactant not
exceeding 2% will be permitted. Water soluble emulsion and oils
without surfactant shall not be used. Oil based release agents shall
be applied at a ratio of 7m2/litre 24 hours in advance of concreting,
preferably by spray or roller. Chemical release agents shall be
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The greatest care must be taken that all sawdust shavings, chips and
other debris is removed from the formwork before concrete is
placed in position and the necessary arrangements must be made by
leaving out aboard in the bottom of the formwork or otherwise as
required.
The time for removal of forms as set out shall not apply to slabs
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The periods given above are based on the removal of all props and
formwork using ordinary Portland cement under average weather
conditions. Adverse weather conditions or different cement may
cause the above period to be increased. Should the Contractor wish
to make use of reduced striking time, then he must satisfy the
Architect that the strength of the concrete at such time and the
structural system is adequate to withstand the dead and imposed
loads applied to it. Before making use of reduced striking times the
Architect’s agreement must be obtained in writing.
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Where other finishes, apart from the above are specified, the
Contractor provide a sample panel at least 2.4 m x 1.2 m in vertical
surface area including a typical horizontal and vertical joint in the
shuttering. The sample panel shall be constructed using the systems
of shuttering and the construction techniques that the Contractor
proposes for the actual works. This sample when approved will
form the standard for the entire works. All unsuccessful samples
shall be removed from the site.
5.5.7 Floor Finishes
“Tamped Finish”
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Class of Minimum work Cube Cement Kg. Fine Aggregate Coarse Aggregate Minimum Minimum Target Works
Concrete strength Cubic Metres Cubic Metres Preliminary Cube Cube strength at 7 days
Of 28 days N/MM2 Strengthen at 28 N/MM2
days N/MM2
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TABLE 1: PRESCRIBED WORKMANSHIP CONCRETE MIXES
Class of Minimum work Maximum size Minimum Maximum Water Maximum Minimum Minimum
Concrete Cube strength of Aggregate Cement Content Cement Ratio Cement Content Preliminary Cube Target Works
Of 28 days MM KG/M3 KG/M3 Strength at 28 days Cube Strength
N/MM2 at 7 days
N/NN2
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5.6.4 Tolerance
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shall prevail.
All materials shall be thoroughly mixed dry before water is added and the
mixing of each batch shall continue for a period of not less than two
minutes after the water is added or such longer periods as recommended by
the manufacturer of the mixer. The mixture shall be of uniform colour and
distribution on discharge and the entire contents of the mixer shall be
discharged before recharging. The volume of mixed material shall not
exceed the rated capacity of the mixer.
The Mixer shall at all times be kept in a clean condition. Prior to the first
mix each day being agitated in the mixer, a rich cement-sand mix shall be
used to coat the inside of the drum, the surplus material being emptied away
and not used in the works.
The moisture contents of the coarse and fine aggregate shall be checked by
the Contractor at frequent intervals and the amount of water added to the
mix adjusted to maintain the design workability.
Concrete shall be discharged from the mixer onto a clean, level, watertight
platform or into a clean watertight container. It shall be transported in a
manner which ensures that it is of the correct quality and consistency at the
point of deposition. All platforms and containers shall be cleaned of the old
concrete before the fresh concrete is discharged onto them.
No extra water shall be added to the concrete mix after it has left the mixer.
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Pumping of concrete, which will require a special design mix, will only be
permitted with the approval of the Architect.
All concrete shall be vibrated unless otherwise specified. The vibration shall
be carried out by experienced operators and with immersion type vibrations
to the Architect’s satisfaction.
Placing of concrete shall be carried out in layers not exceeding 500 mm deep
and in sequence from one end of the form to the other.
Any concrete which shows signs of initial setting before or during placing
shall not be used and it shall be removed at the Contractor’s expense.
Vibration must not be allowed to disturb any recently placed concrete that
has begun to set. Any water accumulating on the surface of newly placed
concrete shall be removed by approved means and no further concrete shall
be placed thereon until such water is removed.
Suitable means shall be provided to ensure that the temperature of the
concrete on placing does not exceed 30 deg.C (86 deg.F). All surfaces shall
be thoroughly dampened immediately prior to placing fresh concrete to
prevent excessive absorption of water.
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surface. After the concrete has hardened sufficiently, the surface shall be
hand or machine floated sufficiently only to produce a uniform surface free
from screed marks.
At all construction joints, both horizontal and vertical the surface of the
already placed concrete shall be suitably roughened to remove latency and
by exposing the coarse aggregate to form a key for adjacent concrete. This
work shall be carried out to the satisfaction of the Architect by the following
or other approved methods:-
a) After the initial set has taken place but before final set, the coarse
aggregate shall be exposed by the use of a water jet brushing.
b) After final set has taken place, the latency shall be removed and coarse
aggregate shall be exposed by brush hammering or chiseling.
In both cases the surface is to be thoroughly cleaned after roughening.
At least 72 hours shall elapse between completion of concreting one bay and
the start of concreting any adjacent bay if the Architect deems fit.
Construction joints shall be formed as detailed where shown on the
drawings.
Expansion joints shall be formed as detailed at the position on the drawings.
5.11.0 CURING AND PROTECTING CONCRETE
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Additional tests may be necessary when there are physical defects in the
finished concrete. These defects may be in the form of cracking while the
member is still under props, excessive deflection or segregation and
insufficient strength of concrete test cubes. If in the opinion of the
Architect these defects are as a result of the Contractor’s bad workmanship,
then the contractor will be required to carry out additional tests which the
Architect may deem necessary to establish the load carrying capacity of the
member. All costs for the test or incurred thereof as a consequence of the
test shall be chargeable to the Contractor. Costs for tests shall be borne by
the Contractor immaterial of the outcome of such tests.
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dimension.
A kicker of minimum height 150 mm shall be cast integrally with the base
slab for all water retaining structures.
The surface of all concrete for water retaining structures shall not be
permitted to dry out even after the 7 day curing period specified in this
specification.
All pipes passing through concrete walls or slabs for water retaining
structures shall be cast in at the time of concreting and not subsequently
fitted. All such pipes shall be provided with puddle flanges fitted to form a
seal against the pipe and of an outside diameter of 2.00 m greater than the
outside diameter of the pipes.
Joint sealants shall be applied not less than 7 days after completion of the
structure.
On completion of water retaining structures at a time decided by the
Architect, it shall be tested for water tightness in the following manner:-
If the structure fails the test above, any defects shall be made good or such
action taken to eliminate leakages, as the Architect shall direct. All such
work shall be at the Contractor’s expense.
After completion of any repairs, the structure shall be tested using the
procedure specified above.
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The materials for precast work shall be similar to the materials for in-situ
work. The workmanship for precast work shall comply with C.P. 116
except where this conflicts with this specification when the specification
shall prevail.
The Contractor shall prepare for any type of precast units, a drawing
indicating his proposed formwork construction, casing method, de-
moulding and handling procedure for the Architect’s approval.
The method of lifting, position of lifting points and curing time before
lifting shall be agreed with the Architect before casting of any units.
Extreme care shall be taken when handling precast units and any units
damaged during transportation and/or positioning shall be replaced at the
Contractor’s expense.
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adjacent bays.
d) Providing test certificates for cement and aggregates.
e) Designing the concrete mix (where applicable) and carrying out trial
mixes and preliminary tests.
f) Carrying out routine sampling and testing of concrete and its
constituents.
The rate for mass concrete in blinding shall, in addition to (a) -. (f)
above, include, for concreting the sub-base.
The rate for mass concrete shall, in addition to (a) -. (f) above,
include for any formwork necessary unless otherwise stated in the
item description.
5.15.2 Rod Reinforcement
The rate for rod reinforcement shall include all costs associated
with the following:-
The rate for rod reinforcement shall include all costs associated
with the following:-
The rate for rod reinforcement shall include all the costs associated
with the following:-
The rate for wrought formwork shall include for all costs associated
with the following:-
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The rate of precast concrete shall include for all costs associated
with the following:-
The rate for waffle floor construction is to include for all moulds,
materials and all items necessary for complying with the
specification. The rate shall also be deemed to include for solid
concrete margins and bearings.
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The quality of all materials and workmanship used in the execution of this
Contract shall comply with the requirements of the most recent issues of the
following British Standards and Codes of Practice, including all amendments
to date of calling for Tenders.
6.2.0 FABRICATION
be annealed to approval.
6.2.3 Tolerances
6.3.0 FASTENING
6.3.1 Bolting
All bolts used shall be of such length that at least one full thread is
exposed beyond the nut after the nut has been tightened. Where a
nut or bolt head would bear on an inclined surface, a bevelled
washer of the correct shape shall be interposed between the two
surfaces. Bevelled washers shall not be allowed to get out of
position during fabrication and erection and for this purpose may
be spot welded to the steel surface. Bevelled washers for use with
high tensile bolts may not be welded.
All black Bolts, Nuts and Washers shall comply with the
requirement of BS.916 or alternatively BS. 4190 IPSO metric black
hexagonal bolts screws and nuts.
6.3.3 High Tensile Bolts, Nuts and Washers, Friction Grip Bolts
All high tensile steel bolts, nuts and washers used in joints shall
All welding shall be carried out in strict accordance with the requirement of
BS.1856 and 938 and electrodes shall comply with BS.639.
Fusion faces shall be free from irregularities such as tears, fins, etc which
would interfere with the deposition of weld metal.
Fusion faces shall be smooth and uniform and shall be free from loose scale,
slag, rust, grease, paint, and/or other deleterious material.
All welds shall be of acceptable types, shall be of the finished sizes specified,
and shall be carried out in such sequence that minimum distortion of the
parts welded results.
Multiple run welds shall be carried out with each run closely following the
previous run but allowing sufficient time for the proper removal of slag.
On completion, welds shall present a smooth and regular finish. Weld metal
should be solid throughout with complete fusion between weld metal and
parent metal and between successive runs throughout the joint.
Defects shall be cut out and made good to approval in sound weld metal.
The external faces of butt welds are to be ground smooth on completion
and to be to the approval of the Architect.
Architect.
No weld of length less than four times the nominal fillet size shall
be deemed capable of carrying a load.
Butt welds shall be made with the fusion surfaces of the ends of
each member properly aligned.
6.6.0 ASSEMBLY
before painting. The work will be laid out in the shop or yard so
that all parts are accessible for inspection and testing of the work.
6.6.4 Marking
6.7.0 ERECTION
The datum points for the setting out of the datum lines passing
through TBM at all floor and roof levels shall be:+/-Om.
The Permissible Deviation from the TBM and DL shall be as
follows:-
Roof Level - +/ - 15 mm
6.7.3 Equipment
All gear used shall be of adequate strength and shall comply with all
regulations current at the time.
Steel shall be stored and handled and erected in such a manner that
no member is subjected to excessive stresses which could have an
adverse effect on the properties of the steel. If in the opinion of
the architect, the steel work has been subjected to such treatment,
the contractor shall remove this steel from the site and replace it at
his own expense.
Trusses and open web joists shall be carefully handled at all times
and when being erected shall be lifted at such points and in such
manner as will prelude any possibility of damage from erection
stresses.
6.7.7 Grouting
6.8.0 PAINTING
7.0 WALLING
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7.2.0 GENERAL
Samples of all types of blocks, bricks and stone required for the
works shall be produced to the architect for his prior written
approval before any orders are placed. After approval of samples,
the contractor shall erect 1200 mm x 1200 mm sample panels as
required by the architect. No work shall be commenced until
written approval has been given to sample panels, which shall be
maintained for the duration of the work to which the sample
applies. Any work inferior to approved samples shall be taken
down and removed if required by the architect. The cost of
providing samples and sample panels shall be deemed to be
included in the contract sum.
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7.2.2 Pricing
Rates for walling of any description are to include for all expenses
in connection with the provision and conveyance of samples of
walling materials to Central Materials Laboratory, Kireka of
Ministry of Works and Transport, Kampala.
7.3.0 MATERIALS
7.3.1 Cement
7.3.2 Aggregate
7.3.3 Lime
The water to be first run into the pit or container and the lime to be
added until it is completely submerged, stirred vigorously until all
lumps are disintegrated and shall be kept constantly covered with
water and regularly stirred for at least four weeks.
The resulting milk-lime then to be run through a fine sieve and run
into a pit or other container and kept clean and moist for not less
than two weeks before being used in the works.
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Sand used for making mortar shall be clean well graded siliceous
sand of good sharp hard quality equal to samples which shall be
deposited with and approved by the Architect. It shall be free from
lumps of stone, earth, loam, dust, salt, organic matter and other
deleterious substances, passed through a fine sieve and washed with
clean water if so directed by the Architect.
Concrete blocks for walling shall comply with B.S. 6073 part 1,
solid or hollow two-hole type as specified, and made in approved
block making machines, under cover, of a composition as follows:-
a) Portland cement 1 M3
b) Fine aggregate (graded up to 5 mm) 3 M3
c) Course aggregate (graded up to 10 mm) 6 M3
The compressive strength of non load bearing blocks shall be not
less than:-
d) Average 10 blocks 3.5 N/sq mm, gross area
e) Lowest individual block 2.8 N/sq mm, gross area
7.3.7 Stone
Stone shall be sound and hard and free from all defects and shall be
obtained from a quarry approved by the architect.
Clay fire bricks shall be obtained from an approved source and shall
be hard, sound, square and clean well burnt and in respect of size
shall comply with BS 3921: 1974 Section 2.
7.4.0 WORKMANSHIP
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7.4.4 Generally
All blockwork and brickwork shall be built uniform, true and level,
with all perpends vertical and in line. No work shall rise more than
1 metre above adjoining work and all such risings are to be properly
raked back in long steps to prevent cracks. Risings and all walls
shall be leveled around at each floor.
Joints generally are not to exceed 10 mm in thickness. Cutting of
blockworks against concrete soffites, etc. shall include for cutting to
give normal 10 mm joints and complete filling thereof with mortar.
Openings for metal frames are to be wide enough for the frames to
fit without being forced into position. Lugs shall be built into joints
and the space between walling and frame filled with cement mortar
well tamped into the channel of the frames and pointed all round.
Stones are to be selected for size and colour and dressed on face to
match existing and neatly bonded in. The stones are to be bedded
in cement mortar and pointed with a neat recessed joint and upon
completion the faces are to be well washed down and wire brushed.
Where walling is cut, holed or chased for conduits, pipes or the like,
all such chases shall be filled in solid with cement mortar mix (1:4)
prior to the application of finishes. In no case shall a vertical chase
be deeper than one third the thickness of the wall and in no case
shall a horizontal chase be deeper than one sixth of the thickness of
the wall.
Putlog holes shall be not less than one course deep, afterwards filled
with a block cut neatly fit.
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For tanking to basements, lay over the whole area of the basement
concrete floor, a horizontal damp proof course in three thicknesses laid
with 150 mm laps to one course of foundation walling on outer face of wall
with a vertical damp proof course with a double angle fillet.
Vertical faces of basement walls shall then be covered with a damp proof
course applied in three thicknesses with 75 mm laps to a total thickness of
not less than 20 mm.
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Properly made good joints between lining pits and horizontal damp proof
courses to floor shall be effected and double angle fillets to all internal
angles maintained.
If the water level is near, such water level shall be maintained at not less
than 0.3 m below the level of the base concrete during the progress of
tanking work to avoid the application of asphalt on wet surfaces and this
pumping operation shall be maintained until the temporary sump has been
filled and sealed.
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9.1.1 Generally
9.1.2 Laps
Sheets shall be laid with 150 mm end laps and side laps of 30 mm
corrugations on the side away from the prevailing wind.
9.1.4 Holes
Holes for bolts or screws shall be punched from the inside of the
sheet and through the ridges of corrugations NOT in the hollows.
A clearance of 0.80 mm on the bolt or screw must be allowed.
All fixing bolts and screws shall comply with B.S. 1494.
Bat and lake proofing shall consist of “Perspex” or other equal and
approved
Concrete single-pin tiles and fittings shall comply to B.S. 473 and
550: Part 2 group B. Tiles are to be 381 x 229 mm nominal unless
otherwise specified.
Tying Wire shall comply to B.S. 443, 1.6 mm diameter (16 S.W.G.)
iron wire.
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10.2.0 DEFINITIONS
10.2.1 Selected
10.3.0 MATERIALS
10.3.1 Terminology
All technical terms shall be as defined in the Glossary of Terms
used in Timber Standards, and, where applicable, the British
Standard Code of Practice No. 112.
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10.4.0 GENERAL
All timber used for carpentry shall be sound, well conditioned, properly
seasoned to suit particular use and free from defects or combination of
defects rendering it unsuitable for the purpose intended.
Timber used for carpentry shall be in accordance with the latest approved
Grading Rules issued by the Government of Uganda. Timber used
structurally shall comply with B.S. 1860.
a) Cypress
b) Podocarpus (podocarpus spp)
c) Cedar (Junipers Procera)
d) Elgon Olive
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All timber shall be free of live borer, beetle or other insect attack when
brought upon on site. The contractor shall be responsible, to the end of
maintenance period, for executing at his own cost, all the work necessary to
eradicate insect attack of timber attacked or suspected to be attacked,
notwithstanding that the timber concerned may have already been inspected
and passed as fit for use.
The contractor’s rates for such timber hereinafter must allow for the above
treatment.
Rag bolts, coach screws and others shall comply with B.S. 1494.
Timber shall be delivered early to the site, stored under cover clear of the
ground and protected from the sun and dampness.
The architect shall be given facilities and reserves the right for inspection of
all works in progress whether in workshop or on site. The contractor is to
allow for testing of pro-types of special construction units and the architect
shall be at liberty to select any samples he may require for the purpose of
testing i.e. for moisture content or identification, species, strength, etc.
The contractor is to clear out and destroy or remove all cut ends, shavings
and other wood waste from all parts of the building and the site generally, as
the work proceeds and at conclusions of the work.
All carpentry work shall be accurately set out in strict accordance with the
Drawings and shall be framed together and securely fixed in the best
possible manner with properly made joints. All brads, nails and screws, etc.
shall be provided as directed and approved and the rates shall be deemed to
allow for these.
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Carpentry work shall be left with sawn faces except where specified to be
wrot.
No nails, screws and bolts are to be fixed in any split end. If splitting is
likely, or is encountered in the course of work, holes for nails are to be
prepared at diameters not exceeding 4/5th of the diameter of the nails.
Clenched nails must be bent at right angles to the grain.
Lead holes are to be bored for all screws. When the use of bolts is specified,
the holes are to be bored from both sides of the timber and are to be of the
diameter D/16 where D is the diameter of the bolt. Nuts must be brought
up tight but care must be taken to avoid crushing of the timber under
washers.
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11.0 JOINERY
11.2.0 DEFINITIONS
11.2.1 Selected
11.3.0 MATERIALS
11.3.1 Terminology
11.4.0 WORKMANSHIP
The timber for joinery shall be as specified in the Export Timber Ordinance
of 1951 and obtained from an approved sawmill. All such timber shall be
Prime Grade and reasonably straight, grained and shall be purchased
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immediately the contract is signed. It shall be open stacked on site for such
further seasoning as may be required.
Timber which in the opinion of the architect does not satisfy the
specification in character or condition or is not suitable for the requirements
of the work because of the blemishes it contains shall not be used.
a) Podocarpus
b) Mvule
c) Cedar
d) Elgon Olive
e) Elgon Teak
f) Camphor
g) Mahogany
h) Meru Oak
i) Pamba Coffee
j) Nkalati
The dimensions and thickness stated in the Bills of Quantities are the
finished sizes (unless otherwise stated) and the contractor will allow for all
necessary waste.
Tolerance in thickness shall conform with the following extracts from the
Government of Uganda’s latest Grading Rules:-
The rates shall be deemed to allow for all nails and screws and fixing, all
labour, cuttings, notching, halving, morticing, tenoning and wedges except
where otherwise provided.
All work described as plugged shall be fixed with screws to plugs formed by
drilling concrete walls, etc., with the proper tool of suitable size at 750 mm
spacing and filling the holes completely with “Phil plug” rawl plastic or rawl
plugs in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Alternatively and
where so agreed by the architect, hardwood dovetailed fixing slips in
preservative and cut and primed or bedded in cement mortar (1:3) may be
used.
The rates are to allow for all surfaces of joinery where in contact with
walling or plaster, or where otherwise unexpected being treated before fixing
with two coats of approved wood preservative.
Plywood shall comply with the standard as mentioned above and faced both
sides unless otherwise stated.
All joinery work shall be accurately set out and framed together soon after
commencement of the building as is practicable but not to be wedged up or
glued until the building is ready for fixing the same. Any portions that warp,
wind or dent shall be removed and new ones fixed in their place together
with other work which may be affected thereby all at the contractor’s
expense.
subjected. All nail strings, etc. are to be punched and puttied. Loose joints
are to be where provisions for shrinkage is necessary; glued joints where
shrinkage need not be considered and where conditions may be damp must
be of the resin type. For non-load-bearing joints or where dry conditions
may be guaranteed resin or organic glues may be used. All exposed surfaces
for joinery shall be wrot and all arises “cased off” by planning and sand
papered to an approved finish suitable to the specified treatment.
In fixing all beads, fillets and small members shall be fixed with round or
oval brads or nails well punched in and stopped. All large members shall be
fixed with screws. Brass screws shall be used for fixing of all hardwoods, to
the heads in and pelleted over with wood pellets to match the gain.
Rates shall include for bedding frames, cills, etc in mortar or dressing
surfaces of walls, etc in lieu.
Round wood plugs shall not be used, and screws or plugs shall be spaced at
750 mm centres.
All fixed joinery which in the opinion of the architect is liable to become
bruised or damaged in any way shall be completely cased and protected by
the contractor at his own expense until completion of works.
11.5.1 Chipboard
11.5.2 Blockboard
11.5.3 Fibreboard
11.5.4 Hardboard
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All locks and ironmongery shall be fixed with screws, etc to match. Before
woodwork is painted, handles shall be removed, carefully stored and re-fixed
after completion of painting and locks oiled and left in perfect working
order.
All keys shall be labelled with the door reference on labels before handing to
the architect on completion. All ironmongery shall be carefully protected
until completion of the work and any damage is to be made good at the
contractor’s expense.
Rates shall allow for easing and adjusting all doors, etc and for lubricating all
locks, hinges, etc. and left in perfect working order.
Rates shall include for labelling all keys with door references as directed by
the architect.
All keys shall be provided with two keys and no keys are to pass the ward of
any but its own.
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13.0 METALWORK
Iron and steel where galvanised shall comply with the requirements of B.S. 729,
part 1 entirely coated with fine fabrication by complete immersion in a zinc
bath in one operation and all excess carefully removed.
All work in aluminium shall comply with the requirements of the standard
mentioned above.
All smiting and bending shall be soundly and neatly executed, care being
taken not to overheat.
All strap bolts and similar work shall be forged neat and clean from the
anvil.
All welded connections shall be ground to a smooth finish and rates shall be
deemed to allow for this.
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All mild steel except galvanised shall be cleaned of rust and scale, painted
one coat red lead priming paint before delivering to site and the rates shall
include for this.
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British Standards
14.2.1 Cement
Cement shall be described in “Concrete”
14.2.2 Sand
Sand shall comply with the requirements of the Standards
mentioned earlier.
14.3.0 LIME
Lime shall be non-hydraulic lime to satisfy the Standards mentioned above.
It shall be obtained from an approved source. It must be freshly burnt and
shall be slaked at least one month before using by drenching with water, well
broken up and mixed and the wet mixture shall be passed through a sieve of
10 meshes to the square centimeter. Lime putty shall consist of freshly
slaked lime as described above saturated with water until semi-fluid and
passed through and fine sieve, it shall then be allowed to stand until
superfluous water has evaporated and it has become of consistency of thick
paste, in no case for shorter period of one month before being used during
which it must be kept damp and clean and no portion of it allowed to
become dry.
Alternatively, hydrated lime with 70% average calcium oxide content may be
used and it must be protected from damp until required for use. It shall be
soaked to putty at least 24 hours before use.
All concrete beds and slabs shall be thoroughly brushed clean, hatched if
necessary and well wetted and flushed over with a cement and sand (1:1)
grout immediately before screeds or paving are laid .
Screeds and cement paving shall be laid in accordance with the relevant
British Standards and/or Codes of Practice and in alternate bays generally
not exceeding 3.0m during any period of working hours with neat joints and
shall be damp cured with sand or sawdust and kept damp for at least 7 days
after laying.
As bays are formed batten strips must be used to retain the exposed edge of
the screed.
Thicknesses and mixes of screeds are adjusted to suite the various top
dressing and the Contractor must first ascertain what finish is intended to
each specific area before the work of the laying screeds is put in hand.
Screeds shall be finished with a wood float for wood blocks and steel trowel
for thermoplastic and similar tiles.
All surfaces to be plastered must be brushed clean and well wetted before
plaster is applied. Joints of walling shall be raked and concrete hacked to
form a key. Care shall be taken to see that paving and plastering do not dry
out prematurely. Adequate time intervals must be left between successive
coats in two coat work in order that the drying shrinkage of the undercoat
may be substantially complete.
To be applied in minimum two coats to finish not less than 12mm total
thickness. The rendering coat shall be in the proportion of cement and sand
(1:4) and the finishing coat not less than 1.50mm thick shall consist of fine
sieved lime putty with 10% of cement thoroughly incorporated immediately
before use, trowel led hard and smooth with a steel trowel and sprinkled
with water during the process.
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The first coat must be well scored to form a key and at least fourteen days
must elapse between the completion of any portion of the rendering coat
and application of the finishing coat.
External cement and sand rendering shall consist of cement and sand (1:4)
applied in two coats and finished with wood float.
14.7.0 SAMPLES
If required the Contractor shall prepare samples of the screeds, pavings and
plastering as directed until the quality, texture and finish required is obtained
and approved by the Architect, after which all work executed shall conform
with the respective approved samples.
All screeds and pavings shall be finished smooth, even and truly level, unless
otherwise specified and paving shall be steel trowel led.
14.9.0 FINISHING
Rendering and plastering shall be finished plumb, square, smooth, hard and
even and junctions between surfaces shall be perfectly true straight and
square.
All work not found to be of satisfactory standard shall be hacked away and
made good at the Contractor’s expense.
Paving shall be rolled and trowel led to a dense even surface and rubbed
down at completion, to a grit finished surface free from holes and
blemishes. The paving shall be laid in squares divided by plastic strips
anchored securely in the screed and having their top edge truly level with
the finished floor surface. The granolithic work shall be laid and
polished complete to the approval of the Architect.
Wood block flooring shall comply with the requirements of B.S. 1187
mentioned above and shall be dipped in a cold latex bitumen emulsion
adhesive before laying. Any one package or bundle shall contain wood
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Wood parquet flooring shall comply with relevant standards and shall be
laid using and approved adhesive in accordance with manufacturer’s
instructions.
P.V.C. covering shall satisfy the Standard mentioned above and shall be
obtained from an approved manufacturer’s agent. Floor tiles shall be
Dunlop or other equal and approved. Rates shall include for two or an
approved emulsion floor polish or other protective coating.
Glazed wall tiles shall be cushion edged and satisfy the relevant Standard
as mentioned earlier. Tiles shall be well soaked in water laid with straight
horizontal and vertical joints painted in white cement and cleared down
at completion.
Tiles joints of 2mm width shall be formed and filled with the redding
mix but using very fine, well screened, care shall be taken that tiles are
not over soaked and water shall be avoided during fixing.
The fixed tiles shall be kept damp for 4 days. Tiles as slash backs to
lavatory basins, sinks and baths shall be fixed with necessary rounded-
edge corner tiles.
Rates for linear items shall allow for all special fittings and cutting at
angles and intersections.
14.14.0 GENERAL
Rates for in-situ work shall allow for raking out joints walling or hacking
of treating with an approved bonding fluid. Hacking concrete form key,
dubbing out irregular surfaces of base to provide a finished surface in the
same plane as the surrounding surface, cutting out cracks, making good
and leaving the whole of the work sound and perfect on completion.
Rates shall also allow for fair edges, whether square, splayed or rounded,
arises, chamfered external angles not exceeding 25mm wide, rounded
external angles not exceeding 25mm radius coved internal angles not
exceeding 25mm radius, intersections to groins and the like, and for
making good round pipe, brackets, floor spring boxes and all other items
of a like nature.
Rates for all linear items shall allow for all short lengths, angles, end and
arises, mitres and intersections and the like.
Rates for all paving shall allow for adequate covering protection during
the progress of the works to ensure that the floors are handed over in
perfect condition on completion.
Rates of external rendering shall allow for work at any height and for any
scaffolding, ladders, cradles etc. required.
All base surfaces must be thoroughly cleaned to remove dust, dirt, rust,
oil and loose material.
a) Base course: cement-sand screed 1:3, not less than 20mm thick,
followed immediately by
c) Skirtings are to be 6mm thick on a screed not less than 10mm thick.
Terrazzo bays shall not be more than 1m2 and joints shall be formed
with plastic or aluminium strips set out to an approved pattern. Strips
must be carried through the backings screed and finish flush with the
floor surface.
Quarry tile finishes shall comply with the requirements of B.S. 1286
14.19.0 GRANITE:
Exposed tile surfaces shall be bull nosed (or rounded and polished)
Ceramic tiles and accessories of the type described herein are to be fixed
with an adhesive to comply with BF Code of Practice 202: 1972 (“tile
flooring ”), tiles are to be laid with close straight joints in each direction
and upon completion grouted in matching coloured cement and washed
and cleaned down.
14.22.0 PLASTERBOARD
15.0 GLAZING
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GLAZING
British Standards
Codes of Practice
The whole of the glass shall be of the best quality and be free from bubbles,
specks, waves flaws or any other defects and shall comply with the
requirements of the standard mentioned above.
All glass is to be accurately cut to fit easily into rebates. Glass shall be well
puttied and sprigged with copper springs.
Glazing to wood frames shall be secured with glazing beads fixed with brass
caps and screws and wash leather or approved “Neoprene” beading strips.
Putty for lazing in wood frames shall be composed of pure linseed oil and
powdered whiting, free from grittiness all in accordance with the standard
mentioned above.
Glazing to metal frames shall be with clips, glass shall be properly back
puttied and the front putty finished neatly and cleanly.
Putty for glazing in metal frames shall be quick hard setting tropical putty
specially manufactured for use with steel windows.
Rebates of metal frames receiving glass shall be prepared and treated with
primer for putty prior to glazing and putty shall be primed 10 days after
glazing.
Rates for glazing Georgian wired glass shall include for aligning lines in
adjoining panes both ways.
Glass panes shall be cut to sizes to fit the opening with not more than
1.6mm play all round. Clear sheet shall be ordinary glazing (OQ) quality and
polished plate shall be (GG) quality.
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15.3.1 GLAZING
15.3.1.1 Definitions
15.3.1.1.1 Fixings
15.3.1.1.2 Materials
15.3.1.1.2.2 Samples
15.3.1.1.2 Workmanship
15.3.1.1.3.1 Mirrors
a. 10mm thick.
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16.2.0 GENERAL
All work under this trade must be executed by an approved specialist unless
otherwise permitted.
The Contractor’s Programme in this area shall be so arranged that all others
trades are completed and away from the area to be painted prior to the
commencement of painting. Before painting the Contractor must remove
all concrete and mortar droppings and the like from all work to be
decorated and remove all strains from and obtain uniform colour to work to
be oiled and polished.
All plaster, metal, wood or other surfaces which are to receive finishes of
paint, stain, polish, distemper or paint work of any description are to be
carefully inspected by the Contractor before he allows any of his painters to
commence work. The Contractor will be held solely responsible for all
defective work as a result of his painter’s failure to insist on receiving from
the other trades surfaces in the proper condition to allow first class finishes
to the various kinds specified being applied to them.
All painting and decorating schemes shall be carried out in colours selected
by the Architects.
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Paints shall be ready mixed, oil based priming paint shall comply with the
requirements of the relevant standards mentioned earlier.
Materials shall be delivered to site intact in the original sealed drums ortins
and shall be mixed and applied strictly in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions and to the approval of the Architect.
If required by the Architect the Contractor shall provide at his own expense
samples of paints etc. with containers and cases to be forwarded, carriage
paid, by the Contractor for analyzing to a laboratory.
The priming, undercoat and finishing coats shall each be of differing tints,
and the priming and undercoats shall be the correct brands and tints to suit
the respective finishing coats, in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions. All finishing coats shall be of colours and tints selected by the
Architect. Each coat must be approved by the Architect before the next
coat is applied.
Each coat shall be properly dry and in the case of oil or enamel paints shall
be well rubbed down with fine glass paper before the next is applied. The
paintwork shall be finished smooth and free from brush marks.
Colour cards of all paints etc. shall be submitted to, and samples prepared
for approval of the Architect before laying on, and such samples, when
approved, shall become the standard for the works.
Woodwork to be painted shall be rubbed down and all knots and resin
pockets shall be scorched back and coated with knotting. After priming all
nail holes and other imperfections shall be stopped and the whole surface be
rubbed down and all dust brushed off. The surface of woodwork shall be
lightly sand prepared between the coats.
All work in contract with walling or plaster shall be treated after cutting and
preparation but before assembly or fixing with one coat of wood
preservative. The solution is to be brushed on all faces of all timbers, unless
exposed to view and painted. The Contractor shall not that this solution is
poisonous and shall take all necessary precautions and instruct his workmen
accordingly.
Plaster surfaces shall be perfectly smooth free from defects and ready for
decorations. All such surfaces shall be allowed to dry a minimum period of
six weeks, stopped with approved plaster compound stopping and rubbed
down flush as necessary, and then thoroughly, immediately prior to
decorating.
Plaster surfaces which are to be finished with emulsion, oil or enamel paint
shall be primed with an alkali resisting primer complying with the particular
paint manufacturer’s specifications and applied in accordance with their
instructions.
Fibre board or similar surfaces shall be lightly brushed down to remove all
dirt, dist or loose particles and have all nail holes or other defects stopped
with an approved plaster compound stopping rubbed down flush and left
with a texture so match surrounding materials and shall receive one coat
petrifying liquid at last or two coats polyurethane or clear lacquer.
All metal surfaces shall be thoroughly brushed down with wire brushes and
scrapped where necessary to remove all scale, rust, etc. immediately prior to
decorating.
Where severe rust exists and if approved by the Architect a proprietary de-
rusting solution may be used in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
Hot primed and unprimed surfaces shall be given one coat of metal
chromate primer.
laid. Final coat of emulsion paints on walls shall be applied after such
flooring has been laid complete.
Enamel paint shall be applied in two undercoats and one finishing coat after
preparation and priming as specified above.
All ironmongery shall be removed from joinery steel windows and louver
before painting is commenced and shall be cleaned and renovated if
necessary and re-fixed after completion of painting.
Rates for painting shall be deemed to include for preparing and priming
surfaces above described.
Rates for paints, distemper etc. shall allow for covering up all floors, fittings,
etc. with dust sheets when executing the work and for removing, covering
when no longer required and floor cleaning off, touching up and leaving
perfect at completion.
17.0 DRAINAGE
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17.0 DRAINAGE
British Standards
Codes of Practice
The pipework and fittings for use underground shall be u PVC to B.S. 4660
All buried cast iron bends, elbows sweep tees and other fittings, shall
comply with the requirements of B.S. 1130.
Jointing on external cast iron pipe shall be carried out in accordance with
one of the methods described in British Standards Code of Practice 301,
Clause 505 c (v), to the approval of the Architect.
17.4.0 PITCH FIBRE PIPEWORK
Pitch fibre pipework and fittings for use in connection with external
drainage services shall be manufactured in accordance with the requirements
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Until such time as the use of pitch impregnated fibre pipes is covered by
Code of Practice, the jointing, laying and cutting of these pipes shall be
carried out in accordance with the requirements of the notes under
Appendix C of B.S. 2760.
Where concrete pipes and fittings are used in connection with the
conveyance of surface water or sewage under atmospheric pressure, they
shall be manufactured in accordance with the requirements of B.S. 556,
Class 1, except where otherwise stated.
The joints of concrete pipe and fittings may be one of the following
depending upon application and conditions:-
Joints (1) and (2) shall be sealed with suitable rubber gaskets manufactured
in accordance with B.S. 2494 except where they are likely to be
contaminated by oil products, in which case the gaskets shall be
manufactured in accordance with B.S. 3514.
Joints (3) and (4) shall be made with approved cement mortar mix.
Where spigot and socket asbestos cement pipes and fittings are used in
connection with the conveyance of soil and waste or ventilating purposes in
above ground applications, they shall be manufactured in accordance with
B.S. 583 and shall comply with Uganda National Environment Management
requirements.
Pipes and fittings shall be joined with cement/sand mortar cement content
not to be greater than 30% of the fibrous cementations jointing compound.
Alternatively, if synthetic rubber rings are used, the annular space between
socket and pipe above the ring shall be packed with a suitable mastic
compound.
Rubber rings shall comply fully with the requirements of B.S. 2494.
17.7.0 VALVES
Draw off taps and stop valves up to 50mm. Nominal bore, unless
otherwise stated or specified, for attachment or connection to
sanitary fitments shall be manufactured in accordance with the
requirements of B.S. 1010.
All gate valves 80mm. Nominal bore and above, other than those
required for fitting to buried water mains shall be of cast iron
construction in accordance with the requirements of B.S. 3464.
All gate valves required for fitting to buried water mains shall be of
cast iron construction in accordance with the requirement of B.S.
1952.
The pressure classification of all gate valves shall depend upon the
pressure conditions pertaining to the Site Works.
All globe valves up to end and including 65mm. Nominal bore shall
be of bronze construction in accordance with B.S. 2060.
All globe valves 80mm. Nominal bore and above shall be of cast
iron construction in accordance with the requirements of B.S.
3961.
The pressure classification of all globe valves shall depend upon the
pressure conditions pertaining to the Site of Works.
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All ball valves for use in connection with hot and cold water
services shall be of the Portsmouth type in accordance with the
requirements of B.S. 1212, constructed from bronze or other
corrosion resistant materials. These valves fall into three pressure
classification as follows:-
17.9.0 GENERAL
Drain pipes have been measured over all bends, junctions and other fittings
and the Contractor shall include in his prices for all joints, short lengths,
cutting and waste. Rates for bends, junctions, etc., shall include for the extra
joints, cutting and waste and any labour required.
Lines of drains shall be accurately set out and trenches excavated and
bottom trimmed to accurate gradients to approval before pipe laying
commences.
location and depths of any existing drains shall be ascertained before other
work is commenced and the rates are to include for all costs of complying
with this requirement.
Excavation for drain trenches shall be not less than 300mm wider than the
external diameter of the pipes and rates shall include for grading ground
under beds, carefully filling earth to avoid damaging pipes, ramming and
carting away surplus excavated material, keeping excavations free from
water, if necessary executing such works and installing such pumps as may
be required to keep the excavations dry at all times, and any necessary
planking and strutting.
No subsoil water shall be discharged into the sewers without the written
permission of the Architect.
Rates shall include for excavating in all materials met with and for trimming
bottoms to the necessary falls and working space.
The first back filling of pipes trenches is to be of material free from stone
and shall be watered and carefully tamped over and around the pipes in
300mm layers until they are covered to a depth of 600mm. Subsequent
filling is to be in 150mm layers watered and rammed, only, materials
approved by the Architect are to be used for backfilling.
Where hardcore is used for backfilling it is not to exceed 150mm gauge and
all interstices shall be properly filled with small pieces and fine binder.
Surplus excavated materials are to be removed from site.
If in the opinion of the Architect care has not been exercised in refilling
trenches, he may order a fresh test to be on the drain. In the event of the
drain failing to pass the test the contractor will be required to remedy the
fault at his expense.
Where pipes are specified to the surrounds, the concrete shall be carried up
from the bed in a square section with a minimum of 150mm in thickness
over the barrel of the pipe.
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Rates for beds and surrounds shall include for forming recesses and filling
with concrete, for mortar layer etc. and for any necessary formwork.
Each pipe shall be carefully examined on arrival, any defective pipes shall be
removed immediately from the site and not used in the works. Minor
damage to the protective coating of cast iron pipes shall be made good by
painting with hot tar; if major defects in the coating exists such pipes shall
be rejected and removed form the site.
Drains are to be laid in a straight line from point to point and each pipe is to
be properly bowed in so that the invert is a true and even gradient in order
to achieve a fall giving a self cleansing velocity. The Contractor shall
provide suitable equipment and set up and maintain all sight rails, bowing
rods, and bench marks etc. necessary for the purpose.
All drains shall be kept free from earth debris, superfluous cement and other
obstructions or water during laying and until completion of the contract
when they shall be handed over in a clean condition.
Pipes shall be laid with sockets leading uphill and shall rest on solid and
even foundations for the full lengths for the barrel, sockets recesses shall be
formed in the foundations, as short as practicable but sufficiently deep to
allow the pipe jointer room to work right round the pipe. Such recesses
shall be filled with cement mortar (1:4) on completion of laying.
All joints are to be accurately made by butting the pipes together, caulking
with tarred rope neat cement finished externally with bold fillet neatly
pointed. As each pipe is laid it is to be drawn with a badger and left free of
all obstructions.
Rates of bends junctions and other fittings in drains shall include all cutting
and waste and extra joints.
The testing of drains shall be done at completion and before the trenches
are filled in. They shall be tested in the presence of the Architect and a
representative of the Local Authority by filling with water having a head not
less than 1.5m at the highest point of the section under test. A second and
similar test may be applied, after the drain trenches are filled in and the work
complete.
A Site test shall be carried out on all drainage pipes before concrete
haunchings or surrounds are applied. These tests shall be carried out
preferably from manhole to manhole.
Short drains connected to a main drain between manholes shall be tested as
one system with the main drain. In long branches a testing junction shall be
inserted next to the junction with the main drain and the branch tested
separately. After the test has been passed, the testing junction shall be
effectively sealed.
All tests on underground drains shall be water tests. Smoke tests shall not
be permitted.
In certain circumstances air tests may be permitted on cast iron drains at the
discretion and to the approval of the Architect.
Water tests shall be carried out in accordance with the methods described
under B.S. Code of Practice 301. Clauses 601 (b) and (c) and the test
pressure shall be not less than 1.520mm head at the highest point in the pipe
section and not more than 10.360m head at any point in the section.
The test pressure shall be maintained for a period of one hour during which
time the pipes and joints shall be inspected for sweating and leakage. Any
leaks discovered during the tests shall be made good by the Sub-Contractor
and the section re-tested.
In addition to pressure tests, drain pipe runs shall also be tested for
straightness where applicable. This test shall be carried out in accordance
with one of the two methods described in B.S. Code of Practice 301, Clause
601 (C).
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All soil, waste and ventilation pipe system forming part of the above ground
installation, shall be given a smoke test to a pressure of 38mm of water
gauge and this pressure shall remain constant for a period of not less than
three minutes.
All soil, waste and ventilation pipe system forming part of the above ground
installation, shall be given a smoke test to a pressure of 38mm of water
gauge and this pressure shall remain constant for a period of not les than
three minutes.
Water tests on above ground soil, waste and ventilating pipe systems shall
not be permitted.
Pressure tests shall be carried out before any work which is to be concealed
is finally enclosed.
Any defects revealed by the tests shall be made good by the Sub-Contractor
and the test repeated to the approval of the Architect.
In all other respects, tests shall comply with the requirements of B.S. Codes
of Practice 304.
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18.1.0 STANDARDS
British Standards
Unless the Architect allows otherwise the Contractor shall at his own
expense provide and dress for 100mm cubes of stone for testing.
The stone shall be sound when tested in accordance with B.S. 1438:
madia for Biological percolating filters, Appendix B, (sodium
sulphate soundness test) except that:
Stone dust for blinding shall be black trap screened to the following
grading:-
18.3.2 Clearing
18.3.4 Dust
18.3.6 Definitions
Fill- “Fill-material”
: shall mean material deposited
material in accordance with specifications in order to
build up an earthworks construction to
formation level as shown on the Drawings or
as ordered by the Architect.
Spoil- “Spoil-material”
: shall mean material
material deposited in accordance with these
specifications and which, being obtained
from “cut” is unsuitable surplus to the
requirements of the works.
Sub- “Sub-grade”
: shall mean the upper layer(s) of
grade material, either insitu or infill. Where there is no
improved sub-grade, the top of the sub-grade is
at formation level. When an improved sub-grade
is placed, the top of the improved sub-grade is
then considered as the formation level. In this
section, unless otherwise specified, “sub-grade”
shall mean the upper 300mm of earthworks
(compacted thickness), either in-situ or infill.
Improved “Improved
: sub-grade” shall mean the
sub- layer(s) of selected infill material, the top of
grade which is at formation level, placed where the
natural in-situ or fill-material is, in the
opinion of the Architect, unsuitable for the
direct support of the pavement. The
materials for sub-grade shall be obtained
from borrow areas. The thickness of an
improved sub-grade shall be at least 150mm.
18.3.8 Excavation
18.4.1 General
a). The material for base shall have CBR of least 80.
b). The material for sub-base shall have a CBR of at least
30.
c) Unless otherwise specified, the CBR shall be measured
at a dry density corresponding to 95% MDD (heavy
compaction) and after 4 days.
Grading:
80 - 100
63 - 95 - 100
50 100 90 - 100
40 95 - 100 85 - 100
28 80 - 100 72 - 100
20 60 - 100 55 - 100
10 35 - 90 30 - 100
5 20 - 75 18 - 85
2 12 - 50 10 - 65
1 10 - 40 8 - 52
0.425 7 - 33 7 - 43
0.075 4 - 20 4 - 35
Clayey Sand:
The Contractor shall set out the road line and level at
intervals of not more than 25 metres or such lesser intervals
on horizontal and vertical curves as the Engineer may
require, and sufficient to ensure that the levels of the sub-
base are constructed within the specified tolerances and the
minimum thickness ordered for the course. Reference pegs
shall be provided clear off the road and at right angles to it
from which the centre-line or level can be re-established at
any time. These shall be maintained so long as they are
needed by the Engineer to check the work.
18.4.6 Tolerances
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18.5.1 Excavations
18.5.2 Compaction
The surface of the sub-grade shall be finished to the levels, falls and
cross falls shown on the Drawings within the following tolerances:-
i). The level shall not be above and not more than
50mm below the level shown on the Drawings.
ii). The falls shall be within 10% of the falls shown on
the Drawings.
iii). The smoothness shall be such that departures from
a 3 metre straight edge laid in any direction shall not
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18.5.6 Base
The material for use in the base course shall consist of one
layer of course aggregate as described of which the
interstices are filled with fine material consisting either of
crusher dust or a mixture of crusher fines. The proportions
of crusher dust and crusher fines in the fine material shall be
such as to obtain the maximum density of base course when
compacted.
The procedure for construction shall be as follows: The
course aggregate shall be placed in a layer of such thickness
so as to obtain the required thickness after compaction. It
shall then be compacted lightly until the Engineer is satisfied
that a layer true to shape and level has been obtained. The
fine material shall then be spread over the layer by hand
mechanical means. The application of fine material shall be
made gradually in successive layers not exceeding 25mm in
thickness and each be worked into the voids in the coarse
aggregate before the application of the succeeding layer.
The fine material shall be laid as described and brushed into
the course aggregate and rolled and consolidated by an
approved vibrating roller feed to the bottom of the layer.
19 mm 100
13 mm 60 - 100
10 mm 45 - 70
6 mm 30 - 50
4 mm 25 - 40
8 mm 15 - 25
200 mm 2- 5
Aggregate Binder
Mixing 50o 95o F 125o - 150o F
Temperature
The laying temperature shall be not less than 20o F below
the mixing temperature.
The mix shall be spread evenly over the primed surface and
shall be thoroughly compacted by rolling with a minimum of
6 passes. A smooth-wheeled roller of not less than 5 tonnes
weight and with rear wheel loading of 0.25 kg per square
millimeter width shall be used.
18.5.10 Rolling
Any longitudinal joints shall be rolled first, after which rolling shall
start longitudinally at the side and proceed towards the center of the
carpet. Each pass of the roller shall overlap the preceding one by at
least one half width of the rear wheel. Alternate passes of the roller
shall be of varying length. Immediately following initial compaction,
the surface shall be checked with a straight edge to ensure that it
meets the surface finish requirements. Minor variations shall be
corrected by rolling, but major imperfections shall be compacted by
adding or taking away mix while it is still workable.
i). The level shall be within + or - 6mm. of the level shown on the
drawings.
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ii). The gradient shall be within 10% of the gradient shown on the
drawings.
iii). The smoothness shall be such that departures from a 3 metre
straight edge laid in any direction shall not exceed 6mm.
B. ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS
CONTENTS
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) or Cross Linked Polyethylene (XLPE) Insulated, Single Wire
Armoured PVC Sheathed Cables
1.3 Elastomer and Polyvinyl Chloride Insulated Cables enclosed in Heavy Gauge Conduit
and Metal Trunking
1.4 Cable Trays and Racks
1.5 Wiring Systems
1.6 Switch gear and Distribution Boards
1.7 Fuses and Miniature Circuit Breakers
1.8 Distribution Boards
1.9 Lighting Installation
1.10 General Power Installation
1.11 Luminaires
1.12 Emergency Lighting Installation
1.13 Main Equipotential Earthing and Bonding
1.14 Lightning Protection
1.15 Testing and Commissioning
1.1 Introduction
This section of the Specification deals with the general standards of materials and
workmanship and approved methods in connection with the design, manufacture and
installation of the electrical services. This section must be read in conjunction with
other sections of the Specifications and Drawings and schedules issued herewith.
Except for materials or items or equipment which are specified as being supplied
and/or fixed for the works by others, these works shall include the supply, testing and
delivery to site, erection, connection, finishing and putting into service of the whole
of the materials, fittings and all cables and conduits necessary for the electrical
installation works as specified and scheduled herein and/or indicated on the drawings
issued herewith.
Materials and products shall comply with the following:
(i) This Specification
(ii) Appropriate British Standard (BS) Specifications and Codes of Practice
(CP). Particular mention is made to BS7671: 1992 "Requirements for
Electrical Installations” (IEE Wiring Regulations Sixteenth Edition)
including all current amendments and the Standards of the
International Electro technical Commission (IEC) Publication 364
"Electrical Installations in buildings".
(iii) Government Rules
(iii) Local Authority's Bye-laws and Regulations
(iv) Electricity Supply Authority's requirements
(ii) The words "weatherproof" and "dust protected" shall have the
meanings ascribed to them in BS 2817, definitions 13 and
178 respectively.
The size of bolt or screw used must be the nearest permitted by the diameter of the
hole in the equipment to be used.
All bolt or screw holes provided in equipment shall be used and in each, fixing must
be secure.
All screws and bolts shall be sheradized.
For fixing in block, brick or concrete, holes of the correct size for screws or bolts
shall be neatly drilled with tungsten carbide tipped twist drill to a depth (excluding
plaster thickness) equal to the length of plug to be used. The plug length must be
correct for the screw. Fixings shall not be made between joints in blockwork or
brickwork.
All fixings required to pre-cast concrete wall planks shall be drilled and plugged.
Under no circumstances shall "shot fired fixings" be used.
Conduit boxes shall be fixed by two roundhead screws.
Countersunk screws shall only be used where countersunk holes are provided,
otherwise the wood screws shall be roundhead and setscrews shall be cheese head.
Where holes have to be drilled for fixing, No.10 wood screws shall be the minimum
size used. Fixing screws used in conjunction with Class 3 and 4 conduit and trunking
shall be stainless steel.
(c) Lightweight Accessories
Fixing to hollow partitions etc. where the hole is bottomless shall be by means of rawl
plug screw anchors.
Fixing to supporting metalwork shall be made where possible, by means of setscrews
or bolts and nuts of appropriate size for the equipment, holes being drilled to correct
size. Each bolt and setscrew shall be fitted with a plain washer and shake proof
washer under the nut. Where it is not possible to fit
a nut, a tapped hole shall be provided.
Fixings to structural steelwork shall be to the approval of the Engineer.
1.2 Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) or Cross Linked Polyethylene (XLPE)
Insulated, Single Wire Armoured and PVC Sheathed Cables
This section of the Specification deals with all main, sub-main and sub-
circuit wiring specified to be carried out in PVC or XLPE insulated PVC
bedded, single wire armoured and PVC sheathed overall cable with copper
conductors.
(a) British Standard
The cables and associated materials shall comply with the following British
Standard Specifications, unless otherwise stated:
BS 1442 - Galvanized mild steel wire for armouring cables.
BS 5467 - Specification for cables with thermosetting insulation for
electricity supply.
BS 6346 - Specification for PVC Insulated cables for electricity supply.
BS 6360 - Specification for copper conductors in insulated cables and
cords.
The cleating arrangements for single core cables shall be of sufficient strength to
withstand the forces setup during short circuit conditions.
Where installed on trays, cables not provided with cleats shall be secured by heavy
gauge copper or plastic coated clips or saddles at intervals of not more than 1.2m, not
more than six cables shall be embraced by one clip, and not more than two layers of
cables shall be run on one way.
Where installed on flat surfaces, cables shall be secured by cable cleats at intervals of
not more than 1.2 metres.
Every cable shall be securely supported throughout its length and at a point not more
than one metre from its termination, and on vertical routes passing through a floor,
immediately above the floor.
(e) Cable Identification
Each end of cable shall be provided with an identification label, which shall be
lettered to the Engineer's instruction.
Labels shall be permanently attached to the cables in an approved manner, loose tags
will not be accepted.
The materials of the labels and fastenings shall be such as to avoid corrosion due to
incompatibility of materials and to ensure permanent legibility.
(f) Cables Installed in Service Ducts. Cable Tunnels and Fire Ducts
Where installed in service ducts, cables shall be installed at least 25mm clear of walls
and ceilings on cable cleats.
Cable cleats shall be fixed to the galvanised rolled steel cable support system at
distances in accordance with IEE Wiring Regulation.
Where cables emerge from a service duct and rise up a wall, a length of suitable sized
galvanised steel pipe, bushed at each end shall be threaded over the cable to 450mm
above floor level and so positioned as to protect the cable from mechanical damage.
Where cables are detailed to be drawn into ducts, cable pulling eyes shall be used and
the cable shall be supported on rollers without sharp edges during drawing operation.
All cable ducts shall first be cleared and proved by drawing mandrel of slightly less
diameter than the duct immediately before pulling in the cables. Any lubricant used
shall have no deleterious effect on the cables.
Where draw-in pits are inserted in the route, they will be of such size that no undue
strain caused by bending radii is placed upon the cables. Minimum bending shall be as
specified.
Cable rollers shall be used when drawing cables into a pit to ensure that no undue
strain is placed on the cables.
After the cable is taken off the drum and flaked, the bending radii shall not be less
than those stated for the installation.
After the cable is installed in a duct, the Contractor shall supply and install a suitable
purpose made sealing gland assembly within each duct to prevent the ingress of water
and to ensure that a complete watertight seal is provided.
(g) Termination of PVC and XLPE Insulated Cables
The method of stripping the sheath, filler and insulation, shall be as recommended by
the cable manufacturer, and shall be such that no damage is caused to the insulation
or conductor.
Each cable gland shall be fitted in accordance with the manufacturer's
recommendations.
1.3 Elastomer and Polyvinyl Chloride Insulated Cables enclosed in Heavy Gauge
Conduit and Metal Trunking
1.3.1 General
This section of the Specification deals with main, sub-main and sub-circuit wiring
specified to be carried out in VR, EPR, BR, SR and PVC insulated cables drawn into
heavy gauge conduit or installed in cable trunking.
Recognised good engineering practice shall be adopted for all conduit runs and no
conduit shall be run in such a way as to provide a trap for moisture condensation.
Precautions shall be taken to prevent the ingress of moisture, silt, brick and concrete
chippings etc. into the conduit system during and after the installation of same.
Hexagonal headed stopping plugs shall be fitted to the ends of all conduit not
connected to fixing and outlet boxes. Where condensation has occurred, the conduits
shall be thoroughly dried by drawing swabs through it. The inside of all conduits shall
be free from burrs or other obstructions.
Where conduits enter the building from outside or in other posit ions and where in
the opinion of the Engineer there may be substantial difference in temperature
between different parts of the conduit system, junction boxes shall be inserted into
the conduit system and filled with plastic compound to impede the free movement of
air in the conduits.
1.3.2 Cables
Cables shall be single core, insulated but non-sheathed and shall comply with the
following:
BS 6004: Specification for PVC Insulated Cables (Non Armoured) for
Electric Power and Lighting.
BS 6007: Specification for Rubber -Insulated Cables for Electric Power and
Lighting.
The rated voltage of all cables shall be 600/1000 volts.
Cable joints shall only be made at main switches, distribution boards, ceiling
boxes and fixed accessories. No joints shall be made in joint boxes unless the
special permission of the Engineer is first obtained.
All phase cables shall be red, yellow or blue, neutral cables black and circuit
protective conductors yellow and green. All single pole switches shall be
connected in phase cable.
Conduit and cable trunking capacity as set out in the IEE Wiring Regulations
shall not be exceeded.
1.3.3 Conduits and Fittings
(i) Steel Conduits and Fittings
Steel conduits shall be new, heavy gauge, welded and screwed, enamelled or
galvanised as specified and shall comply with BS 4568: Part 1. Each length of conduit
shall bear a stamp guaranteeing it to be to this standard. The use of conduit less than
20mm diameter shall not be permitted.
All conduit fittings and accessories, including couplers, ordinary clips, saddles, pipe
hooks, screwed reducers, stopping plugs, nuts and male and female bushes shall
comply with BS 4568 Parts 1 and 2 where applicable.
All screwed couplers, reducers, unions and lock nuts shall be made of malleable iron
and all stopping plugs, male and female bushes made of brass. Round locknuts only
shall be used on surface work.
(ii) PVC Conduits and Fittings
PVC conduits shall be new, heavy gauge, super high impact as specified and shall
comply with BS 4607 and BS 6099. Each length of conduit shall bear a stamp
guaranteeing it to be to this standard. The use of conduit less than 20mm diameter
shall not be permitted.
All conduit fittings and accessories, including couplers, ordinary clips, saddles,
reducers, stopping plugs, male and female bushes, etc. shall comply with BS 4607 and
BS 6099 where applicable.
All couplers, reducers, unions, lock nuts, stopping plugs, make and female bushes
shall be made of uPVC. Round lock nuts shall be used on surface work.
Solid or Inspection Elbow, Bends, Tee and Inspection Couplings shall not be used.
For wiring purposes all draw-in and inspection boxes must be installed in readily
accessible positions as agreed with the Engineer.
Where cables under 6mm2 are being drawn-in, through boxes shall be used to
minimise bending of cables. The heavy duty type fitted with neoprene gaskets shall be
used for external work. The inside surface of erected conduit and fittings shall be
smooth and free from burrs and other defects.
Where boxes are flush with the ceilings or wall surfaces approved break joint rings
shall be provided where necessary to hide the joint.
1.3.4 Conduit Joints
Joints in steel conduits shall be made tight by painting the threads just before jointing
with an approved aluminium paint to help prevent corrosion and to ensure a high
conductivity joint.
Joints in PVC conduits shall be made with specially prepared waterproof adhesives of
appropriate types for the joint.
Running joints shall be used only where absolutely necessary; they shall be painted
with two coats of the above aluminium paint as soon as they have been tightened.
Conduits crossing expansion joints in the concrete shall be jointed by means of an
expansion coupler. The coupler shall be wrapped with waterproof building paper for
a distance of 300mm on either side. An inspection box shall be fitted as close as
possible on each side of the expansion coupler and a copper protective conductor
complying with the IEE Wiring Regulations installed in the conduit between the
boxes. The protective conductor shall terminate at each box by means of a M4 brass
roundhead tapped onto the bottom of the box and 2 No. flat brass washers.
Where specified, final connection to machines and other items of apparatus shall be
with flexible conduit.
The flexible conduit shall consist of a single layer of leaded steel, sheathed with PVC.
The flexible conduit shall terminate in couplings with threaded internal sleeve and
plastic male bush.
The interconnection between the solid and flexible conduit shall be via a small
circular conduit box.
A separate copper protective conductor complying with IEE Wiring Regulations
must be included within the conduit and be connected to a brass earthing terminal at
each end. Brass washers must be placed above and below the earth wire on the
terminals. On no account must a screw securing box lids be used for earthing
purposes.
1.3.7 Painting Conduits
Conduit and fittings installed behind plaster shall be given one coat of red lead primer
immediately after erection.
On concealed installations, in concrete floors and screed where the finish of the
conduit fittings is damaged during erection, it shall be made good in the
same colour.
Where installed in roof spaces, specified to be in a damp situation, the conduit and
fittings shall be given one coat of red primer immediately after fixing.
Galvanised conduit and fittings shall be given one coat of aluminium paint after the
installed runs have been inspected by the Engineer.
1.3.8 Installation of Conduits
All conduits must be run vertically or horizontally; diagonal runs will not be permitted
on walls. Conduits, conduit fittings and equipment shall be fixed by heavy distance
saddles fixed not more than 1000mm apart secured by means of 1.75" x No.8 brass
countersunk screws, in a plastic wall plug of the correct size.
Conduit installed in concealed positions such as ceiling or floor spaces, shall be fixed
by spacer bar saddles, fixed not more than 1000mm apart to the fabric of the building
as specified above.
Conduit buried in concrete shall have 40mm depth of cover over its entire length.
Conduit buried in plaster shall have 6mm depth of cover over its entire length.
Conduits which are to be cast in concrete slab shall be laid directly on the upper
surface of the shuttering before the concrete is poured. Fixing holes shall not be
drilled or otherwise made in the back of the conduit boxes.
A space of 75mm shall be left between adjacent and the like conduits where they are
to be covered with concrete.
Conduits installed in chases shall be fixed with corrugated steel clips secured with
hardened steel pins at 1200mm centres.
Conduits laid on concrete floor slab or floor and roof beams shall be fixed by means
of corrugated steel saddles secured by hardened steel pins at 1200mm centres.
On pre-stressed beams fixings must be into the joints between the beams unless
instructed otherwise by the Engineer.
Where conduits, boxes or other fittings are fitted to girders, wrought iron girder clips
of approved pattern shall be employed and in no circumstances shall holes be drilled
in girders without written instructions from the Engineer.
All conduit outlets installed in concrete or other in-situ construction must be plugged
with extreme care to prevent the ingress of foreign matter and the conduit system
from becoming blocked during building construction. The Contractor will be held
entirely responsible for any additional cost resulting from blockage of conduits due to
neglect or lack of attendance.
Female brass bushes shall be screwed on to all free ends of conduit.
Conduit systems shall be electrically and mechanically continuous and watertight after
installation. All conduit systems shall be arranged wherever possible to be self-drained
to conduit boxes and outlet points. Where necessary, provision shall be made to
counteract condensation as directed by the Engineer.
Immediately before wiring, all conduit systems shall be thoroughly swabbed out until
dry and clean.
All spare ways in junction boxes etc. left for possible future extensions shall be fitted
with brass stopping plugs.
At connection between trunking and apparatus a 4mm paxolin fillet shall be fixed
between the two to prevent chafing of cables on metalwork. The cables slot cut in the
fillet shall be 5mm smaller all round than the slot cut in the metalwork. As an
alternative a standard flanged adaptor or flanged assembly shall be used. Direct
attachment of trunking to apparatus will only be permitted if cable entries are
provided with smooth bore bushes or grommets and the return edge of the trunking
lid is left intact.
Where trunking is used to enclose cables leaving a distribution board the trunking
shall be sized to accommodate all cables connected to the board and to leave room
for cables that may be connected to spare ways at a future date.
Holes in trunking shall be drilled, cut or punched and all cut edges painted.
Individual pieces of trunking shall be independently supported. On straight runs,
fixing shall be at regular intervals not exceeding 1200mm and shall consist of 1.75" X
No.10 roundhead black japanned steel screws. Where weatherproof trunking is used,
fixing screws shall be brass.
Trunking systems erected outside shall be weatherproof. When installed in damp
situations the trunking must be spaced from the wall by means of short tube collars.
Cable supports shall be provided at 900mm intervals in vertical runs. Where afire
barrier is required between floors, a cable support shall be provided at floor level and
fibre-glass insulation packed between the pins.
Where extra low voltage circuits are contained in the same trunking as mains voltage
circuits, cable insulation shall be to mains voltage standards. The cables for each
different system shall be laced together to denote the different service and voltage
ranges and shall be installed on cable separators fixed at 900mm intervals.
Cable separators shall also be provided when it is specified on the plan that circuits
are to be separated and when the space factor exceeds 20%. Cable retaining straps
shall be provided above each cover fixing button on a horizontal run of trunking
when the cover is on the underside.
The trunking shall be adequately bonded throughout its entire length to comply with
IEE Wiring Regulations.
1.4 Cable Trays and Racks
1.4.1 Perforated Cable Trays
Perforated cable trays shall be formed from plain sheet steel complying with
BS 1449: Part 1b, classifications CR4/GP. Cable trays shall not exceed 600mm in
width and be of the heavy duty return flange pattern and shall be hot dipped
galvanised.
Bends shall be-of the same material, thickness and finish as the cable tray and shall
have an inner radius of 50mm and a straight length of 100mm at each end.
Tees shall be of the same material, thickness and finish as the cable tray. The distance
between a point of intersection and the end of the fitting shall be 100mm.
Mushroom-head steel roofing bolts and nuts complying with BS 1494: Part 1, shall be
used to fix together adjacent sections of cable tray and/or accessories.
Cable trays shall only be cut along a line of plain metal, i.e. not through the
perforations.
All cut edges of galvanised cable tray shall be prepared and treated with a zinc rich
paint.
Site fabrications of accessories shall be kept to a minimum and manufacturer's
standard items shall be used. Where special sections are required, the materials,
thickness and finish shall be as specified for standard items. Approval of the Engineer
shall be sought before such fabrications are carried out.
Where welding has to be employed in the fabrication of cable tray and/or accessories,
the area around the joint shall be mechanically prepared and thereafter treated with
Zinc Chromate primer or zinc rich paint according to the original finish of the metal.
Holes cut in the cable tray for the passage of cables shall be provided with grommets
complying with BS 1767. Alternatively, they shall be bushed or lined.
A minimum clear space of 120mm shall be left behind all cable trays for securing
cable trays. Fixing for cable tray shall be disposed at regular intervals not exceeding
1.2m and at 225mm from bends and intersections.
Fixings shall be fabricated from mild steel flat bar complying with BS 4360. When
used with galvanised cable tray, fixings shall be hot-dip galvanised, unless only
bending and drilling is required in the manufacture, when galvanised mild steel flat
bar may be used. Hot-dip galvanising shall comply with BS 729: Part 1.
Coach screws shall comply with BS 1449 and wood screws with BS 1210. Where used
with galvanised fixings, screws shall be steel zinc plated (electro- galvanised) to
comply with BS 1706.
All sections of the cable tray shall be thoroughly bonded to each other and to all
fittings and accessories to maintain complete electrical and mechanical continuity.
1.4.2 Cable Racks
1.4.2.1 General
Cable racks shall be of 2.0mm thickness. All racks accessories, screws nuts, bolts etc.
shall be hot dipped galvanised.
The Contractor shall prepare detailed layout drawings and obtain the Engineer's
written consent before the installation work proceeds.
1.5 Wiring Systems
1.5.1 General
This section of the specification deals with various types of wiring systems that may
be specified in the Project Specification or on the drawings relating to the installation
of main sub-main and sub-circuit cables.
1.5.2 Cables and Flexible Cords
All cables and flexible cords shall be manufactured in accordance with the latest
relevant British Standard as detailed in the sections of this Specification.
The names of the proposed cable manufacturers shall be submitted at the time of
tendering and detailed on the Schedule of Equipment in the Project Specification for
approval by the Engineer.
The approved makes of each particular cable type shall be use throughout the
installation.
No coil of cable of flexible cord manufactured more than one year prior to delivery
on site shall be used in the installation. Every coil of cable and flexible cord shall bear
the manufacturer's label being retained for inspection by the Engineer.
Cable runs between items of switch gear and accessories shall be continuous lengths,
no through joint being allowed without the written permission of the Engineer.
The Contractor shall be responsible for the correct measurement of the lengths.
1.5.3 Installation of Cables
The specific installation requirements for the various types of cable and cabling
systems shall be detailed in the following sub-sections.
BS 5227 AC metal enclosed switchgear and control gear of rated voltage above 1kV
and up to and including 72. 5kV .
BS 5331 Specification for AC circuit breakers of rated voltage above 1kV.
BS 5419 Air-break switches, air-break disconnecters, air- break switch
disconnecters and fuse-combination units for voltages up to and
including 1000V AC and 1200V DC.
BS 5424 Control gear for voltages up to and including 1000V AC and 1200V DC.
BS 5486 Factory built assemblies of switch gear and control gear for voltages up
to and including 1000V AC and 1200V DC.
protective devices and contactors must be achieved. The manufacturer shall indicate
the method and characteristics of achieving this co-ordination.
1.6.6 Switch gear
Switch fuses, fuse switches, and isolating switches shall be complete with suitable
fuses or solid copper links as applicable. All the fuses shall be of the HRC type.
Moulded case circuit breakers which are not mounted within a distribution board
shall be complete with suitable metal enclosures.
Cable spreader boxes shall be provided for mounting directly on to switch and fuse
gear assemblies, to provide adequate space for spreading cable cores before entering
equipment, where this is necessary. The box shall be of the same manufacture as the
equipment to which it is related. The spreader box shall be complete with a hardwood
or paxolin fillet for fitting between the box and the assembly.
Where switch and distribution equipment is to be fixed to the Bus-bar Chamber or
cable trunking a 4mm paxolin or hardwood fillet shall be fixed between the items to
prevent the chaffing of cables on metal works. The slot cut in the fillet shall be 5 mm
smaller all round than the slot in the associated metalwork.
Top and/or bottom end plate fixing screws shall be utilised where possible to secure
the equipment to the Bus-bar Chamber or Distribution Board.
1.6.7 Cable Glands
All cable boxes and glands for the termination of all cabling shall be supplied as
necessary by the Contractor.
All cable glands shall be in accordance with this Specification and be suitable for the
cables specified.
All cable glands shall be complete with locknut, earth tag and shroud. Terminals shall
be marked in a clear and permanent manner.
Entry holes, suitable for the reception of XLPE or PVC/SWA and MICC cables shall
be provided in the gland plates.
1.6.8 Labelling
Each outgoing and incoming circuit shall be clearly labelled to indicate the circuit
controlled.
Labels shall include black lettering, minimum height 5mm on a white background for
general use, and 5mm red letters on a white background for warning labels.
All labels shall be screwed, not glued or fixed by the use of rivets.
Any labelling required inside the panel shall not be by the use of self adhesive PVC
strip.
1.7 Fuses and Miniature Circuit Breakers
1.7.1 Fuses Generally
All fuses shall comply with the requirements of BS88 and shall be supplied to suit the
rating of the circuits protected in accordance with the requirements of the IEE
Wiring Regulations.
1.7.2 Power Fuses
All fuses in distribution switch and fuse gear and fused distribution boards shall be
HRC Cartridge Fuses type and category 414AC80 and DC4, arranged vertically and
barriers shall be provided between phases. Unless protected by interlocked covers, all
live parts shall be fully shrouded.
Type test certificate shall be provided, if required by the Engineer. All cartridge fuses
shall be fitted with a device to indicate a blown element. Fuses shall be of the make
and type specified and only one make and type shall be used through the installation
to ensure discrimination between fuses.
For contactor control gear, the main circuit fuses shall be connected between the
isolator and contactor. Each fuse switch and contactor unit shall be supplied with a
spare set of fuses and the design of the equipment shall be such that means shall be
provided for retaining the spare set of fuses within the fused switch or contactor
cubicle compartment.
1.7.3 Control Fuses
Where a control circuit is supplied directly from main power conductors, it shall be
protected by HRC power fuses as in power fuses above.
In general, control fuse bases and carriers, of the fully shrouded type having cartridge
fuses will be accepted subject to the approval of the Engineer.
The fuse bases and carriers shall be coloured as follows, in accordance with clause 42
of BS 162:-
5 amp Black
15 amp Light Green
Link White
Fuses of ratings other than 5 or 15 amp, shall have the rating inscribed on the fuse
carrier or label. Such fuses shall be distinguished by approved colourings. Thermo
setting self-adhesive labels shall be fitted adjacent to all control fuses and links.
If installation of fuses other than the manufacturer stated would not discriminate or
protect the miniature circuit breakers, then a label to this effect shall be installed in
the distribution board.
External labels shall be fitted in accordance with "nameplates and labels" and shall be
brass plates with engraved black letters.
Neutral terminals shall be provided, one for each outgoing phase way, i.e. three
neutral terminals for each TP way in positions respective to their phase terminals.
1.9 Lighting Installation
1.9.1 General
The lighting installation shall comply with the previous sections of this Specification
in so far as they are applicable.
1.9.2 Wiring for Lighting Circuits
Wiring for lighting circuits shall be carried out on the "loop-in" principle. The "feed"
and "neutral" shall be looped at the lighting point using the "three plate" system.
The wiring shall be in cable of the appropriate rating, type and grade in accordance
with the IEE Wiring Regulations. The sub-circuits shall be installed and numbered as
shown on the design drawings.
The conduit box at each lighting and ceiling switch point shall be provided with an
earthing terminal consisting of a 12mm M4 roundhead brass screw and two flat
washers fitted to a tapped hole in the box.
To facilitate the connection of the protective conductors a length of 1.5mm2
yellow/green PVC flexible cord fitted to a 5 amp porcelain shrouded brass connector
shall be secured to the earthing terminal.
1.9.3 Concealed Conduit Installation
Small circular metal conduit boxes or equivalent "loop-in" boxes shall be provided at
each lighting point in which to terminate hard wiring.
Such boxes shall be securely fixed to the structure of the buildings in order to support
the weight of the luminaire. Two boxes shall be used for supporting fluorescent
luminaires.
Where boxes finish behind surface level the correct size extension ring shall be used
to finish level with the ceiling finish.
1.9.4 Surface Conduit Installation
Small circular raised back metal boxes shall be provided and securely fixed at all
lighting points. The hard wiring shall be terminated in fixed based porcelain
connectors. Heat resisting cables shall be used or heat resisting sleeving applied to
PVC sheathed cables and taken into the luminaire from the hard wiring.
1.9.5 Trunking Installation
Where fluorescent luminaires are fixed to channel or trunking they shall be fixed
direct on using the trunking manufacturer's fittings/attachments. Hard wiring shall be
taken into the luminaires. PVC sheathed cables shall be sheathed with heat resistant
sleeving where they are installed within the luminaires.
Runs of trunking shall be supported at equally spaced intervals of not more than
3000 mrn apart. The two outer suspension points shall be not more than 450mrn
from the ends to the run.
Where more than one length of trunking is required to make up a run splice plates
shall be used at the joint. Joints shall not be made in the centre half portion of a span
between suspension points.
An earthing terminal shall be provided in each run of trunking comprising an M4
screw, with two brass flat washers, screwed into a tapped hole in the trunking.
1.9.6 Luminaires
At every lighting point the Contractor shall supply and fix the luminaire complete
with all metal work and glassware etc.
Spare cartridge fuses and lamp starters (where switch start fittings are provided) shall
be supplied for 10% of the fluorescent luminaires installed in the Contract with a
minimum of 10 each. The spare fuses and starters shall be handed to the Employer at
the time of Practical Completion and a signature obtained.
At the Practical Completion of the Contract the Contractor shall allow for replacing
all defective and burnt out lamps and shall supply 5% of each type and rating of lamp
and tube installed.
A minimum of two of each type and rating shall be supplied and all are to be left with
the Employer from whom a signature must be obtained.
1.9.10 Cleaning of Luminaires
At completion of the Contract the Contractor shall thoroughly clean all luminaires to
ensure all dust, grit, building rubbish, etc. is removed from each luminaire.
1.9.11 Switches
Switch boxes shall comply with BS 4662 and shall be fixed by means of two No. 8
round head screws in plastic wall plugs. In external and damp situations brass screws
shall be used.
The units shall be complete with tube and control gear and be suitable for a minimum
three hour operation without significant loss of output.
1.12.2 Mains Supply
The emergency lighting units shall be provided with a permanent (unswitched) supply
which shall originate from the local sub-circuit fuse or MCB.
Observations shall be made of the operation and performance of the installations and
subsequent readjustments made as necessary.
Accurate records of all commissioning and testing shall be kept and results
comprehensively reported to the Engineer when the installed system(s) are
functioning correctly.
Where it is not possible at the particular time of commissioning and/or
demonstration of the plant for full load conditions to be obtained or assimilated, the
Contractor shall repeat the requisite operations of the commissioning and
demonstrations under such full load conditions (or the reasonable approximation or
simulation of such conditions acceptable to the Engineer) at the first opportunity.
The Contractor shall ensure that all equipment and plant under his supply shall be
tested at the makers works before dispatch and six copies of test certificates in respect
of each test shall be forwarded to the Engineer.
All works tests shall comply with the relevant British Standard Specification or IEC
Standard Specification and shall be sufficient to show that equipment will function
correctly when installed as part of the Sub-Contract works.
Each item of electrical plant or equipment so tested shall be fitted with a plate giving
at least the following information:
• Date of Test
• Individual equipment serial number
• BSS number if any
• Test Voltage
• Operating voltage (if different from test voltage)
• Test current
• Full load current (if different from test current)
• Loading (expressed in kVA) and power factor Phase
• Frequency (expressed in Hz)
The above information shall be included on the test certificate for each item of plant
or equipment. This shall also include a description of any particular method of wiring
and/or connection with the location of the test and signature of the witness.
The following test results shall be submitted:
a) Continuity of ring final circuit conductors
b) Continuity of protective conductors, including main and supplementary
equipotential bonding
c) Earth electrode resistance
d) Insulation resistance
e) Insulation of site-built assemblies
f) Protection by electrical separation
g) Protection by barriers or enclosures during erection
h) Polarity
i) Earth fault loop impedance
j) Operation of residual current devices and fault voltage operated protective
devices
k) Each circuit breaker shall be operated manually or electrically 50 times to
the satisfaction of the Engineer. Where the circuit breaker is designed for
electrical operation at least 10 of these operations shall be made with 80%
normal voltage applied to the trip coil in accordance with BS 116: 1952.
During this test the trip free feature shall be demonstrated.
2. 1 Scope of Works
The Contractor shall supply, deliver, install, set to work, test, commission and hand
over to the Employer the complete Electrical Services installation inclusive of the
following:
(i) Power and lighting installation in all areas
(ii) Installation of lightning protection system.
(iii) Liaison with the Power Supply Authority for power connection to the
building.
(iv) Liaison with the Telecommunications Authority for installation of
incoming telephone cables into the building.
(v) Testing, certification and commissioning of the services.
(vi) Preparation of co-ordinated working drawings, record drawings and
operating and maintenance manuals.
The foregoing is an outline description only and reference to the other Specification
Clauses and site inspection must be made to assess the full extent of the works.
Should any portion of the work which would reasonably and obviously be inferred as
necessary for the complete, safe, efficient and satisfactory operation of the installation
as a whole, not be expressly described or specified then such works shall be executed
as part of the Contract at no additional cost.
In addition to the above the Contractor shall quote a further extra over cost for the
maintenance of the above systems for the first nine months of operation.
2.2 Description of the Building
2.2.1 General
The project comprises the construction of Kitoro Taxi Park in Entebbe Municipal
Council and Beautifications at Nile and Rippon Garden in Jinja Municipal Council.
2.2.2 Structure
The structure is in-situ cast concrete columns with in-fills of concrete blockwork.
2.2.3 Internal Finishes
Details of internal finishes are shown on the architectural drawings and can be
inspected at the Architect's offices.
2.3 Fire Ratings
Where trunkings, conduits, cable trays, cables etc. pass through fire rated walls, floors,
etc. from half hour or greater, the Contractor shall include for fire barriers, seals, etc.
to maintain fire integrity and rating of the construction in accordance with Fire
Officer's Committee requirements.
In addition, the Contractor shall assume that all floor slab constructions are it hour
fire rated.
All materials used in connection with or as part of the installation shall be incapable
of spontaneous combustion once ignited and they shall ideally be self-extinguishing.
The Contractor shall achieve this fire rating by utilising a proprietary brand of fire
barrier penetration sealing system in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions
so as to achieve the fire rating as outlined above through any penetration.
The Contractor shall ensure that holes formed by others through which the relevant
services shall pass are so executed that compliance with the above requirements is
achievable utilising a suitable system.
2.4 Supports and Fixings
The Contractor shall include for all supports necessary to supply and install his
services.
All supports shall be to an approved pattern and surface finish.
The Contractors "shall also include for the supply and installation of any mounting
brackets, mounting flanges sealing glands or any special fittings necessary for the
installation of the services.
All supports shall take due account of the limitations of the proposed structure. In
selecting the method of support and fixing, the Contractor shall make due allowance
for the suitability of the fixing against the structural elements to the satisfaction and
approval of the Architect.
In particular, the Contractor shall take into account:
(i) That all fixings from the underside of the floors can be bolted with
approved expansion bolts into the concrete units.
The Contractor shall allow for the fixing of any bolts required and
should note that these should be fixed in the down stand sections of
the concrete floor slabs. The Contractor shall include for any
secondary steelwork necessary to give support in the space between
fixing centres.
(ii) The false ceiling generally will be supplied capable of supporting
luminaires but not necessarily emergency lighting luminaire packs
which may be independently supported by the Contractor.
2.5 Clearance for the Removal of Items
Adequate clearance space must be left during the installation for both the removal of
all demountable items and for normal inspection, testing and maintenance access
without removal.
2.6 Maintenance Access
The Contractor shall at all times give proper consideration to the future maintenance
of all plant and shall include for such component parts as are provided by the
manufacturer or equipment and plant for this purpose.
Under this clause the Contractor shall include for the installation of equipment to give
ease of subsequent removal of electric motors, circuit breakers or any other item to
which it would reasonably be anticipated that maintenance accessibility would be
required.
The Contractor shall take due account in his design and installation of the limited
accessibility of the ceiling voids and shall ensure that all items requiring access for
maintenance, adjustments etc. within these areas are installed in accessible locations.
Any item requiring checking/resetting on a regular basis shall be grouped to easily
accessible areas such as riser ducts etc. to minimise access through the ceiling voids.
2.7 Climatic Conditions
The following climatic conditions are outlined as guidance for the site, located in
Entebbe and Jinja.
The Towns have tropical climate, with Average peak temperature about 32° C but
this temperature may be exceeded. Therefore it is suggested that an external
temperature of 400 C is allowed for. The average altitude is 1100 meters above mean
sea level.
2.8 Supply Characteristics
The high voltage (HV) supply in this area is 11/33 kV. The low voltage (LV) supply
to be distributed throughout the building is 415 volts three phase/240 volts single
phase at 50 Hz.
3.1 General
The electrical materials and works will be selected, erected, inspected and tested in
accordance with the following:-
(i) This Specification
(ii) Appropriate British Standard (BS) Specifications and Codes of Practice (CP).
Particular mention is made to BS 7671: 1992 "Requirements for Electrical
Installations" (IEE Wiring Regulations Sixteenth Edition) including all current
amendments and the standards of International Electro-technical Commission (IEC)
Publication 364 "Electrical Installations in buildings".
(iii) Government Rules
(iv) Local Authority's Bye-laws and Regulations
(v) Electricity Supply Authority's requirements
(vi) Fire Prevention Officer's requirements
(vii) Health and Safety at work regulations
The Contractor shall notify the Engineer of any revisions or additions to the
foregoing as they are published during the installation of the Works for the Engineer's
decision and instructions.
The Contractor shall pay all charges necessary for any Authority's approval of any
part of the Works.
The Contractor shall include everything required for the completion of the Works
within the installation to ensure continuous operation of all equipment and plant.
The Contractor shall ensure that the installation is compatible with Architectural and
Structural details.
The Contractor shall note the requirement for detailed co-ordinated working
drawings showing the location or layout of wiring accessories or particular method of
installation.
In the event that the tenderer is not sure that any preference for a particular material,
design or type of construction given in this document or implied by the Contract
Drawings will satisfy the requirements of this document, then he must make
alternative proposals and give his reasons for them when submitting his tender. If the
tenderer makes no alternative proposals to any given material or method then they
will be deemed to form part of his proposals and to satisfy the requirements of this
document.
3.2 Suitability of Materials and Products
Materials and products shall be supplied to suit all conditions of use normally
expected to apply after completion of the installation. They should also withstand any
tests specified in this Specification or any other documents referred to herein.
Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the contract documents, all materials and
equipment incorporated in the Works shall be new and for the purpose intended.
A suitable label shall be provided and fitted in a conspicuous position within each
luminaire incorporating emergency lighting by the Contractor to indicate the presence
of unswitched live feed stating "WARNING: UNSWITCHED LIVE FEED" .
The emergency lighting installations shall be carried out as previously described for
the general lighting installation.
The Contractor's attention is drawn to the requirement for a certificate to be
submitted on completion of the installation indicating the results of tests associated
with the emergency lighting installation.
Down conductors shall be installed to provide a low impedance path from the air
termination network to the earth termination network, to allow the lightning current
to be safely conducted to earth.
The down conductors shall be of bare aluminium conductor tape of dimensions
30mm x 3mm and shall be fixed in like manner as the air termination network
conductors. The aluminium conductor tapes shall terminate onto a test clamp at a
height of 1.5m from ground level from where a copper tape will lead into the ground
termination.
Down conductors systems shall take the most direct route from the air termination
network to the earth termination network. The routes chosen shall be such as to
avoid side-flashing.
Re-entrant lops shall not be permitted in the conductor except where the length of
the conductor forming the loop does not exceed eight times the width of the open
side of the loop as recommended in BS 6651. The routing of conductors inside the
structure shall not be permitted.
3.7.3 Earth Termination Network
The earth termination network shall consist of high conductivity annealed bare
copper conductor tape of dimensions 30mm x 3mm from the test clamps installed at
1.5m above ground level and terminating onto earth rods driven into the ground.
The copper tape to earth rod connection shall be via a rod to tape clamp of cast gun
metal body and phosphor bronze bolt. The connection shall be made above the
surrounding soil in the inspection chamber to facilitate visual inspection.
The earth rods shall be of the extensible type made from pure electrolytic copper of
minimum thickness 0.25m, molecularly bonded onto low carbon steel cores with high
tensile strength. The threads shall be rolled onto the rod with a uniform layer of
copper. The coupling shall be of silicon and aluminium bronze, counter-bored and
shall completely cover the threads on the rods. The rods shall be 1500mm x 16mm
diameter and driven to a depth of 4.5m.
The whole earthing assembly shall be enclosed in a concrete earth inspection chamber
of 300mm x 300mm external dimensions complete with a concrete cover.
3.7.4 Bonding
The Contractor shall bond all exposed metal work on or around the structure to the
lightning protection system to avoid side-flashing. All such bonding shall be carried
out using factory made accessories.
3. Ditto, 32mm LM
4. Ditto, 38mm LM
5. Ditto, 50mm LM
6. Black enamelled steel conduit with all
fittings fixed to the background, 20mm. LM
7. Ditto, 25mm LM
8. Ditto, 32mm LM
9. Ditto, 38mm LM
10. Ditto, 50mm LM
11. PVC conduit, super high impact, heavy
gauge, fixed to background, 20mm. LM
12. Ditto, 25mm LM
13. Ditto, 32mm LM
14. Ditto, 38mm LM
15. Ditto, 50mm LM
16. Cable PVC/SWA/PVC 4 core copper in a
trench and backfilled, 6mm2. LM
17. Ditto, 10mm2 LM
18. Ditto, 16mm2 LM
19. Ditto, 25mm2 LM
20. Ditto, 35mm2 LM
21. Ditto, 50mm2 LM
22. Ditto, 70mm2 LM
23. Ditto, 95mm2 LM
24. Ditto, 120mm2 LM
25. Ditto, 150mm2 LM
26. Ditto, 180mm2 LM
27. Ditto, 240mm2 LM
28. Ditto, 300mm2 LM
29. Cable PVC/SWA/PVC 4 core copper
laid in a duct, 6mm2 LM
30. Ditto, 10mm2 LM
31. Ditto, 16mm2 LM
32. Ditto, 25mm2 LM
33. Ditto, 35mm2 LM
C. PLUMBING SPECIFICATIONS
1. GENERALLY
The authoritative standards referred to in this Specification are the British Standards and Codes
of Practice.
Should the contractor wish to substitute any other Authoritative Standards or Codes of Practice
for any referred to in the Specification, he must submit details of any such standard or Code of
Practice with two copies of the document for approval of the Engineer. Approval will only be
given to use an alternative Standard or Code of Practice if the Engineer considers the proposed
Standard or Code of Practice will produce work of a standard equal or better than that of the
specified Standard or Code of Practice.
The whole of the plumbing works is to be executed by a registered plumber and drain layer in
strict accordance with the Regulations of the Local Authorities and to the satisfaction of the
Engineer.
For all work within building the Contractor shall produce drawings showing details of his
proposals. The drawings shall be submitted to the Engineer for his approval and no work shall
commence until the drawings have been approved.
On completion of the works, when required by the Contract, the Contractor shall prepare
drawings showing the work as constructed. The drawings shall be submitted to the Engineer
for his approval. When the drawings have been approved, copy negatives shall be provided by
the Contractor to the Client for his retention.
2. Materials
All galvanized mild steel pipework up to 65mm nominal bore shall be manufactured in
accordance with B.S 1387 medium grade with tapered pipe threads in accordance with B.S. 21.
All fittings shall be of malleable iron and manufactured in accordance with B.S. 143.
All galvanized mild steel from 80 mm nominal bore up to 150 mm nominal bore shall be
manufactured in accordance with screwed and bolted flanges for the jointing of pipes to valves
and other items of plant. The flanges shall comply with the requirements of B.S.10.
All copper tubing used shall be manufactured in accordance with B.S. 2871 from C106
“Phosphorus De-oxidized Non-Arsenical Copper in accordance with B.S 1172.”
Joints in pipe work and connections to equipment shall be made with soldered capillary fittings
and connection in accordance with B.S 864.
For internal pipework used above ground, case iron pipework and fittings shall comply with
B.S.416 medium grade with spigot and socket joints. Inspection covers on branches, tees,
elbows, etc., shall comply with the requirements of B.S.1211.
All P.V.C pipes for cold water services shall comply with the requirements of B.S 3505 and all
fittings shall comply with B.S.4346.
P.V.C pipes and fittings shall be solvent welded using the pipe manufactures approved cement.
P.V.C soil pipework and fittings shall comply with the requirements of B.S.4514.
All penstocks, headstocks and brackets, spindles and other fittings shall be to the pattern
specified and from an approved manufacturer.
Stop cocks for underground use shall be plug cock pattern or screw down pattern complying
with the requirements of B.S.2580.
Taps and stop valves shall be screw down pattern and shall comply with the requirements of
B.S 1010 fitted with washers complying with B.S. 3457. Hose taps and hose connections shall
have outlet noses screwed in accordance with the requirements of B.S 1010 14.
2.8. Check Valves
Check valves of 65 mm diameter and under shall comply with the requirements of B.S 5154,
with copper alloy body and cover, gun metal doors with leather facing discs and screwed
female.
All gate valves up to 65 mm nominal bore shall be of bronze construction and shall be in
accordance with B.S. 1952.
All ball valves for use in connection with hot and cold water services shall be of Ports mount
type in accordance with the requirements of B.S. 1212 and constructed of bronze or other non-
corrosive material.
Mixing valves for shower fittings and other appliances shall comply with the requirements of
B.S. 1415 and shall be of bronze or other corrosion resistant material.
Shall be of vitreous China to B.S 3402. Unless otherwise specified the colour shall be white.
Shall be heavy duty plastics to B.S 1254. Unless otherwise specified, the colour shall be white.
2.13. Cisterns
Polythene or polypropylene cisterns shall comply with the requirements of B.S. 4213.
Galvanised cisterns shall comply with the requirements of B.S. 417 grade ‘A’. Vitreous China
cisterns shall comply with the requirements of B.S. 3402.
Pressed steel storage tanks shall comply with the requirements of B.S. 1564 and shall be
complete with cover, access manhole, ventilators, overflow, and drain. The whole of the tank
steelwork and plates shall be galvanized before dispatch. After completion of erection the tank
shall be painted with an approved etching primer and two coats of bitumen based aluminium
paint externally and two coats of non-toxic bitumen paint internally.
Where standard or deep seal traps are specified they shall be of non-ferrous material in
accordance with B.S.1184 or P.V.C.
3. WORKMANSHIP
All work shall be carried out in accordance with C.P. 342 and C.P 310 and to the approval of
the Engineer.
The pipes shall be supported in their final position and adjusted before any joints are made.
Pipes in buildings shall be positioned as close as practicable to walls, ceilings and columns.
Sufficient drain points and automatic air vents shall be provided to ensure the system functions
correctly. Valves and other user equipment shall be installed with adequate access for operation
and maintenance. Where it is unavoidable to install valves and other operational equipment
beyond normal reach or in such a position as to be difficult to reach, extension spindles with
brackets shall be provided.
Allowance shall be made for expansion and contraction of pipework, precautions being taken to
ensure that any forces produced by pipe movements are not transmitted to valves or equipment
of plant. All screwed joints to piping and fittings shall be made with P.T.F.E tape.
Soil, waste and vent pipe systems shall be installed in accordance with B.S 5572 and to the
approval of the Engineer. All sanitary appliances shall be installed in accordance with B.S.
6465. All waste fittings shall discharge into a gully trap before passing to a sewer by way of a
manhole.
Rodding and inspection facilities shall be provided within the draining system in positions
where they are easily accessible. Where rodding facility is not in a position such that access is
not easily available, a branch shall be extended so as to provide suitable rodding eye. Rodding
eyes shall be provided at the bottom of stacks.
Vent stacks shall be terminated above level and shall have a plastic or galvanized steel guard at
the top.
Pipe runs shall be secured by pipe clips connected to pipe hangers, wall brackets, or trapeze
type supports. U-bolts shall not be used as a substitute for pipe clips without the approval of
the Architect.
The maximum permissible vertical spacing of supports in meters shall not exceed one and a half
times the distance given for horizontal runs.
For cast iron and asbestos cement spigot and socket jointed pipes, the pipes shall be generally
supported at every socket joint by means of either holder bats secured rigidly to the structure,
or purpose made straps for attachment to rigid steel support brackets. Where holder bats are
used, they shall comply with the requirements of B.S.416.
The maximum permissible horizontal spacing of supports in metres for steel and copper pipe
and tube is given in the following table:-
15 mm 1.25 m 2.0 m
20 mm 2.0 m 2.5 m
25 mm 2.0 m 2.5 m
32 mm 2.5 m 3.0 m
40 mm 2.5 m 3.0 m
50 mm 2.5 m 3.0 m
65 mm 3.0 m 3.5 m
80 mm 3.0 m 3.5 m
100 mm 3.0 m 4.0 m
125 mm 3.5 m 4.5 m
150 mm 4.5 m 5.5 m
The Contractor shall construct the pipelines using the designs of pipe, bed haunch, and surround
as detailed on the drawings.
‘Rigid pipes’ shall mean pipes of cast or spun iron, concrete, asbestos cement, clay or similar
materials.
‘Flexible pipes’ shall mean pipes of steel, PVC or other plastic, pitch fibre, ductile iron or similar
materials.
‘Rigid joints’ shall mean joints made by bolting together flanges integral with the barrels of the pipes
by caulking sockets with non-deformable material, such as cement, run lead or by similar
techniques.
‘Flexible joint’ shall mean joints made with factory made jointing materials, loose collars, rubber
rings etc. and which allow some degree of flexing, however small, between adjacent pipes.
Joints shall be made strictly in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. The Contractor
shall make use of the technical advisory services offered by manufacturers for instructing pipe
jointers in the methods for assembling joints.
Where manufacturers recommend the use of special jointing tackles, the Contractor shall use these
for assembly of all joints to pipes. Sockets shall be laid looking uphill unless otherwise approved.
Before making any jointing all jointing surfaces shall be thoroughly cleaned and dried and
maintained in such condition until the joints have been completely made or assembled.
Notwithstanding any flexibility provided in the pipe joints, pipes must be securely positioned to
prevent avoidable movement during and after the making of the joint.
The space between the end of the spigot and the shoulder of the socket of flexibility jointed pipes
when jointed shall be as recommended by the manufacturer or as ordered by the Engineer.
After flexibly jointed pipes, other than PVC pipes have been jointed the gaps between the barrel of
the pipes and the internal face of the socket shall be sealed with puddle clay, uncaulked rope yarn or
other approved material. The rope yarn or other material must have been treated so as not to
support bacterial growth.
Where loose collars are used to join pipes cut for closers, special tools shall be employed to keep the
inside of the pipes flush and the collar concentric with the pipe while the joint is being made.
Pipes provided with spigot and socket joints of the self centering, instantaneous joint type, such as
the rubber ring push fit joint, shall be laid and jointed strictly in accordance with the maker’s
instructions. Generally the joint ring shall be cleaned and inspected for cuts and defects, and socket
and spigot examined to ensure freedom from oil, grease, tar and grit. The maker’s recommended
lubricant will be used.
Cast iron detachable joint collar and flanges shall be tested by striking lightly with a spanner
immediately before they are placed and if they fail to ring true shall be set aside and not
incorporated in the work until proven sound.
The flanges shall be correctly positioned and the component parts including any insertion ring
cleaned and dried.
Insertion rings shall be fitted smoothly to the flange without folds or wrinkles. The face and bolt
holes shall be brought fairly together and the joints shall be made gradually and evenly tightening
bolts in diametrically opposed positions. Only standard length spanners shall be used to tighten the
bolts. The protective coating, if any, of the flange shall be made good when the joint is completed.
Bolt threads shall be wrapped with PTFE tape where directed before use. No washers shall be used
on flanged pipework to be laid below ground. Bolts shall be as specified and shall be of the correct
length, leaving a maximum of two threads exposed.
Only the solvent cement recommended by the manufacturer for his pipe joint system shall be used
and his instructions on the making of the joint shall be closely followed.
Excess solvent cement shall not be applied to the inside of the pipe socket and all surplus solvent
shall be removed from the joint and the pipe. Any solvent falling on the trench formation shall be
removed by excavating the contaminated soil.
Solvent welded pipes jointed outside the trench shall not be lowered into the place until the elapse
of time recommended by the manufacturer. The time allowed for curing shall be increased with
lower temperature.
3.8. Connection of Tubing to Cold Storage Tanks, Hot Water Cylinders and Sanitary Fittings.
Each connection of tubing to cold water storage tanks shall be made by drilling a hole in the tank
side and using a long screw, union and two back nuts all well screwed up in non-toxic approved
jointing compound (red-lead shall not be used). Joints of tubing to flanged and bossed connections
of hot water cylinders shall be made with boiler screw, union and back nut screwed up in jointing
compound.
Connections to sanitary fittings shall be made with 450 mm length copper tubing bent to shape as
required with copper to iron couplings at each end, and joint to union of fittings and tubing.
All sanitary-ware and fittings shall be left in a clean and good condition to the satisfaction of the
Engineer.
Lavatory basin brackets shall be cut and pinned to walls in cement mortar including making good,
rendering, tiling or plastering, etc.
Cutting iron pipes shall be by a method and with apparatus which provides a clean square cut of the
pipe and of the lining, if any, without damage to pipe or lining.
All cut or trimmed ends, and the parts of any pipe on which the coating may have suffered damage
shall be recoated with bitumen before the pipes are laid. The external area at cut spigot ends of
ductile iron pipes shall be ground for a distance of at least 124 mm.
Asbestos-cement pipes shall be cut by hacksaw or other approved means to a square and even finish
without splitting or fracturing the wall of the pipe. A percentage of the pipes ordered shall be
supplied with fully turned barrels and these pipes will be set aside for use in cutting specific lengths.
When no fully turned pipes are available a hand operated turning machine shall be used to prepare
the ends of cuts of cut pipes for Johnson Couplings, barrel joints or collar joints.
Pitch-impregnated fibre pipes shall be cut by a saw and where necessary the end shall be filled or
machined to the required 2 degrees taper.
Concrete pipes shall be cut to a square and even finish without splitting or fracturing the wall of the
pipe. Reinforcement shall be cut back flush with the concrete and bare metal protected with
bituminous paint or cement grout as directed.
Only steel pipes supplied rounded throughout their length shall be used as cut pipes to form
closures. The cutting shall be done by an approved method and apparatus which provides a clean
square cut, without separation of the lining from the pipe wall. Minor damage to the lining may if
permitted, be repaired on site in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Where in the
opinion of the Engineer the damage is serious the pipe shall be returned to the manufacturer for
reconditioning.
The outside surface of all pipes and special castings to be built into structures shall be thoroughly
cleaned immediately before installation. Where ordered protective coating to metal pipe shall be
removed from the sections to be built in while the external surfaces or fireclay and concrete pipes
shall be roughened to form a key for concrete or mortar. Sheathing to steel pipes shall be cut away
from the sections to be built-in and after erection the protection shall be completed by applying
approved bituminous material around the barrels of pipes at the junctions with structures.
Pipes passing through water retaining walls and floors shall, where possible, be built into the
structure in-situ. Shuttering shall be formed closely to the outside of the pipes, and concrete shall
be placed and compacted thoroughly round pipe and puddle flange, if any.
Where fixing in the course of construction is not possible, temporary openings in structures, formed
to the dimensions shown by the Engineer shall be left where indicated or directed to accommodate
the subsequent erection of pipes and special castings.
In water retaining structures, they shall taper to a smaller dimension towards the external faces of
structures and shall include where indicated a water stop. In basements, dry chambers at pumping
stations etc., temporary openings shall taper to a smaller dimension towards the internal faces of
structures and shall also include, where indicated a water stop.
Prior to in-fitting, all surfaces against which fresh concrete is to be placed shall be prepared as
specified, while the external surfaces of pipework shall be prepared as described in this clause.
Care must be taken to prevent damage to all valves, fibre, hydrants and the like, and their ancillary
equipment. Valves etc., and ancillary apparatus shall be stored in clean conditions and in a manner
that excludes all water. Where directed, head-stocks, motors, gearing or indicators shall be
removed, adequately labeled for identification, stored carefully in weather-proof premises and be
reconnected after erection of the valves. Electrical equipment shall be protected from damp and
the damp-proofing seals shall remain intact until the electrician is ready to connect up the
equipment.
The gunmetal faces and seats of all valves must be kept clean. No valve shall be closed without first
wiping the faces with a clean cloth. The cavity beneath the valve door shall be thoroughly cleaned
by hand. In the event of accident, fouling matter shall be either dissolved or carefully removed by
methods that do not involve scraping of gunmetal faces.
All valves shall be set so that operating spindles are truly vertical unless otherwise detailed or
directed.
Every studding box shall be examined when the main is charged with water and leaking boxes shall
be adjusted or repacked with square plaited lubricated hemp packing of approved manufacture.
The stuffing box shall not be so tightly packed as to materially affect the friction of the packing on
the spindle.
No air valve shall be stored before erection in the open sunlight, or upside down to expose the balls
and air cavities. Air valves shall be checked before the main is charged to ensure that the balls and
faces are not scored or split and that there is no dirt or other deleterious materials in the cavities of
the body. All air nozzles shall be probed to see that they are clean.
Fire hydrants, frost plugs and similar fittings shall be checked before being incorporated in the line
and before the main is charged to ensure that they are clean.
The direction of opening of the valve shall be indicated on the headstock and on the underside of
hydrant covers.
The contractor shall provide all water, fittings, pipe stoppers, test pumps, pressure gauges and the
necessary labour and tools for the hydraulic testing of pressure pipelines and air testing of drains
and sewers.
The equipment must be maintained in good order and the gauges shall be tested to the satisfaction
of the Engineer.
The cost of providing all equipment and labour required shall be included in the price quoted by the
Contractor for pipe laying.
Trenches must be kept dry until the pipes have been passed by the Engineer.
The Contractor shall give the Engineer not less than 24 hours notice of his intention to test a
section of pipeline.
Testing shall be applied to prove the structural soundness of the various units in the line, including
pipes, valves and anchorages, and to prove the water tightness of the line.
Tests shall be applied to sections of pipelines not exceeding 1000 metres in lengths or such lesser
length as may be required, and pipe joints shall be left uncovered.
The Contractor shall provide for transmitting the unsupported end thrusts to solid ground at the
ends or into the sides of the trenches.
Before testing, the Contractor shall ensure that the anchorage of bends is complete and that all
branch outlets taking end thrusts are properly stayed. All anchor blocks must be fully cured before
testing the pipeline.
The test pressure unless otherwise directed in the Contract will be 1.5 times the working pressure
with a minimum of 50 metres head.
The specified test pressure must be achieved at all points along the section of pipeline under test.
The ends of the section to be tested must be blanked off by means of end pieces, blank flanges or
discs provided and temporarily fitted by the Contractor at his own expense together with any
anchorage that may be required. Valves shall not be used to isolate test sections forming the
pipeline.
The pipeline or pipework shall be filled with water in such a manner as to prevent any shock or
water hammer and allow for the complete evacuation of air, and kept under observation for leakage
at static head for twenty four hours. If there are no leakages the pressure shall be raised slowly to
the required test pressure for that pipeline and maintained at that pressure for a period long enough
for the Engineer to examine the whole section under test, or not less than 4 hours which ever is the
longer period. Thereafter, for a period of 2 hours the leakage of water, as measured by the amount
drawn into the pump to maintain the pressure must not exceed a rate of 0.1 litre per mm nominal
internal diameter per kilometre length of main per 30 metres head for each 24 hours.
All pipes or joints which are proved to be in any way defective shall be cut out, remade and retested
as often as may be necessary until a satisfactory test in obtained and any work which fails or is
proved by test to be unsatisfactory in any way shall be cut out and re-done by the Contactor at his
own expense.
In addition to the tests in separate sections, on completion the main shall be tested in whole or in
parts to the same pressure and by the same procedure as that outline for individual sections.
During pipe laying the gauge shall remain in the pipeline and shall be pulled by a stout rope or chain
which shall be threaded through each successive pipe or tube so that the gauge is never more than
one pipe length behind laying. Any debris collected in front of the gauge shall be regularly cleaned
out before the next pipe is placed in position.
The pipelines after testing shall be thoroughly flushed out and cleaned.
After the Engineer has approved the cleaning the Contractor shall completely fill the pipelines with
water to which he shall have added chloride of lime or other approved chemical to give
concentration of free chlorine of 50 mg. per litre.
Chorine gas must not be injected direct into the main from a cylinder otherwise than through an
approved chlorinator and care must be taken to ensure that there is no flow back into the preceding
sections of main.
The method used for sterilization shall be approved by the Engineer and solution allowed to remain
in the pipelines for not less than 6 hours, nor more than 24 hours. Chlorine residual tests shall then
be taken at the end of the main furthest from the dosing point. The sterilization process shall be
repeated until the free chlorine residual test shall be carried out on site in order to obtain an
accurate reading of the free chloride present.
Septic tanks shall be constructed to the dimensions and general arrangement detailed on the
drawings and in the Contract. Tanks with blockwork shall be constructed as for manholes.
Septic tanks and other chambers shall be tested by filling with water after completion of backfilling.
The first one metre of depth may be filled as quickly as the supply permits. Between this and top
water level the rate of filling must not exceed one metre in 24 hours. After filling to top water level
no further water shall be introduced for 2 days. At the end of this period the tanks shall be topped
up to water level and allowed to stand. The tank shall be considered satisfactory if the fall in water
level in 24 hours does not exceed 15 mm.
In the event of a fall exceeding the above the tank will be emptied and any defects made good prior
to re-test as before, all at the Contractor’s expense.
D. ICT INSTALLATION
This document provides specifications for an ICT network system, including required network cabling
and components and required network devices. The contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, tools,
equipment, and reasonable incidental services necessary to complete an acceptable installation of the
data, video and voice communications network. This is to include, but is not necessarily limited to,
equipment rack cabinets, faceplates, modular jacks, connectors, data patch panels, equipment racks, and
cable.
1.1 SCOPE
Work shall include all components for both a backbone cable plant and data cabling from workstation
outlet termination to rack mount equipment and patch panel terminations. All cable-plant components,
such as outlets, wiring-termination blocks, racks, patch cables, intelligent-hub equipment, etc., will be
furnished, installed, and tested by the contractor. The data cable plant is designed to support 100Mbps
Ethernet and 1000Mbps Ethernet. The data cabling plant and components shall carry a manufacturer-
supported 10-year performance warranty for data rates up to 1000Mbps. The bidder must provide such
manufacturer guarantee for the above requirements as part of the bid submission.
The scope of work includes all activities needed to complete the wiring described in this document and
the drawings that will be made available during the mandatory walk-through.
Any overtime work or off-hours work required to complete the scope of work within the time frame
specified is to be included in the contractor’s bid. No additional overtime will be paid.
The awarded contractor must instruct the owner’s representative in all the necessary procedures for
satisfactory operation and maintenance of the plant relating to the work described in their specifications
and provide complete maintenance manuals for all systems, components, and equipment specified.
Maintenance manuals shall include complete wiring diagrams, parts lists, etc. to enable the owner’s
representative to perform any and all servicing, maintenance, troubleshooting, inspection, testing, etc. as
may be necessary and/or requested.
All basic electronic equipment shall be listed by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. The contractor shall
have supplied similar equipment to comparable installations, rendering satisfactory service for at least
three years where applicable.
1.2 INTENT
This ICT network system will provide the connectivity of multiple PCs, IP cameras, printers, and/or
terminals through a local area network environment. Each designated network interface outlet will have
a capacity to support voice and asynchronous 10, 100 and 1000 Mbps Ethernet through the network
cabling and topology specified.
1.3 CABLE PLANT
The following section covers the installation of horizontal and inter-floor cabling, cable pathways, fire-
code compliance, wire identification, and cross-connects.
1.3.1 Horizontal and Inter-floor Cable
The following requirements apply for horizontal and inter-floor cabling:
a. Office rooms shall have double-outlet wall plates installed. Each of the two information outlets
shall be terminated with eight-pin modular jacks (RJ-45). The locations of the wall plates will
be marked on the blueprints supplied during the walk-through.
b. Horizontal cable shall be installed in trunking. No 4-pair UTP cable may exceed 90 metres.
The installer must satisfy himself that all cables must be within length prior to the installation.
If he believes any run may be over-length, he must inform the Project ICT Consultant.
c. The contractor is responsible for pulling, terminating, and testing all circuits being installed.