Section VI.

Specifications
SPCL-1 Provision of Temporary Field Office for the Engineers Including Utilities
Services (Power & Water Supply, etc. for the construction of project
A.1.1 (11) Provision of Furnitures/Fixtures Equipment & Appliances for the Field
Office for the Engineers
B.3 - Permits and Clearances (Building Permits, Fire Permits, Occupancy
Permits, Electrical Permanent Connection Fee, Water Permanent Connection Fee &
Other permits necessary to complete the project
B.5 - Project Billboard / Signboards
B.9 - MOBILIZATION AND DEMOBILIZATION
B.7 (1) - OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH PROGRAMS

ITEM 803 – STRUCTURE EXCAVATION

Refer to Item 103, Part C of Volume II (Blue Book)

ITEM 103 – STRUCTURE EXCAVATION

103.1 Description

This Item shall consist of the necessary excavation for foundation of bridges,
culverts, underdrains, and other structures not otherwise provided for in the
Specifications. Except as otherwise provided for pipe culverts, the backfilling of
completed structures and the disposal of all excavated surplus materials, shall be in
accordance with these Specifications and in reasonably close conformity with the Plans
or as established by the Engineer.

This Item shall include necessary diverting of live streams, bailing, pumping,
draining, sheeting, bracing, and the necessary construction of cribs and cofferdams, and
furnishing the materials therefore, and the subsequent removal of cribs and cofferdams
and the placing of all necessary backfill.

It shall also include the furnishing and placing of approved foundation fill material
to replace unsuitable material encountered below the foundation elevation of structures.

No allowance will be made for classification of different types of material

encountered.

103.2 Construction Requirements

103.2.1 Clearing and Grubbing

Prior to starting excavation operations in any area, all necessary clearing and
grubbing in that area shall have been performed in accordance with Item 100, Clearing
and Grubbing.

103.2.2 Excavation

(1) General, all structures. The Contractor shall notify the Engineer sufficiently
in advance of the beginning of any excavation so that cross-sectional
elevations and measurements may be taken on the undisturbed ground. The
natural ground adjacent to the structure shall not be disturbed without
permission of the Engineer.

Trenches or foundation pits for structures or structure footings shall be

excavated to the lines and grades or elevations shown on the Plans or as
staked by the Engineer. They shall be of sufficient size to permit the placing
of structures or structure footings of the full width and length shown. The
elevations of the bottoms of footings, as shown on the Plans, shall be
considered as approximate only and the Engineer may order, in writing, such
changes in dimensions or elevations of footings as may be deemed
necessary, to secure a satisfactory foundation.

Boulders, logs, and other objectionable materials encountered in

excavation shall be removed.

After each excavation is completed, the Contractor shall notify the

Engineer to that effect and no footing, bedding material or pipe culvert shall
be placed until the Engineer has approved the depth of excavation and the
character of the foundation material.

(2) Structures other than pipe culverts. All rock or other hard foundation
materials shall be cleaned all loose materials, and cut to a firm surface, either
level, stepped, or serrated as directed by the Engineer. All seams or crevices
shall be cleaned and grouted. All loose and disintegrated rocks and thin
strata shall be removed. When the footing is to rest on material other than
rock, excavation to final grade shall not be made until just before the footing
is to be placed. When the foundation material is soft or mucky or otherwise
unsuitable, as determined by the Engineer, the Contractor shall remove the
unsuitable material and backfill with approved granular material. This
foundation fill shall be placed and compacted in 150 mm (6 inches) layers up
to the foundation elevation.

When foundation piles are used, the excavation of each pit shall be
completed before the piles are driven and any placing of foundation fill shall
be done after the piles are driven. After the driving is completed, all loose
 and displaced materials shall be removed, leaving a smooth, solid bed to
receive the footing.

(3) Pipe Culverts. The width of the pipe trench shall be sufficient to permit
satisfactory jointing of the pipe and thorough tamping of the bedding material
under and around the pipe.

Where rock, hardpan, or other unyielding material is encountered, it shall

be removed below the foundation grade for a depth of at least 300 mm or 4
mm for each 100 mm of fill over the top of pipe, whichever is greater, but not
to exceed three-quarters of the vertical inside diameter of the pipe. The width
of the excavation shall be at least 300 mm (12 inches) greater than the
horizontal outside diameter of the pipe. The excavation below grade shall
be backfilled with selected fine compressible material, such as silty clay or
loam, and lightly compacted in layers not over 150 mm (6 inches) in
uncompacted depth to form a uniform but yielding foundation.

Where a firm foundation is not encountered at the grade established, due

to soft, spongy, or other unstable soil, such unstable soil under the pipe and
for a width of at least one diameter on each side of the pipe shall be removed
to the depth directed by the Engineer and replaced with approved granular
foundation fill material properly compacted to provide adequate support for
the pipe, unless other special construction methods are called for on the
Plans.

The foundation surface shall provide a firm foundation of uniform density

throughout the length of the culvert and, if directed by the Engineer, shall be
cambered in the direction parallel to the pipe centerline.

Where pipe culverts are to be placed in trenches excavated in

embankments, the excavation of each trench shall be performed after the
embankment has been constructed to a plane parallel to the proposed profile
grade and to such height above the bottom of the pipe as shown on the Plans
or directed by the Engineer.

103.2.3 Utilization of Excavated Materials

All excavated materials, so far as suitable, shall be utilized as backfill or

embankment. The surplus materials shall be disposed off in such manner as not to
obstruct the stream or otherwise impair the efficiency or appearance of the structure. No
excavated materials shall be deposited at any time so as to endanger the partly finished
structure.

103.2.4 Cofferdams
 Suitable and practically watertight cofferdams shall be used wherever water-
bearing strata are encountered above the elevation of the bottom of the excavation. If
requested, the Contractor shall submit drawings showing his proposed method of
cofferdam construction, as directed by the Engineer.

Cofferdams or cribs for foundation construction shall in general, be carried well

below the bottoms of the footings and shall be well braced and as nearly watertight as
practicable. In general, the interior dimensions of cofferdams shall be such as to give
sufficient clearance for the construction of forms and the inspection of their exteriors, and
to permit pumping outside of the forms. Cofferdams or cribs which are tilted or moved
laterally during the process of sinking shall be righted or enlarged so as to provide the
necessary clearance.

When conditions are encountered which, as determined by the Engineer, render it

impracticable to dewater the foundation before placing the footing, the Engineer may
require the construction of a concrete foundation seal of such dimensions as he may
consider necessary, and of such thickness as to resist any possible uplift. The concrete
for such seal shall be placed as shown on the Plans or directed by the Engineer. The
foundation shall then be dewatered and the footing placed. When weighted cribs are
employed and the mass is utilized to overcome partially the hydrostatic pressure acting
against the bottom of the foundation seal, special anchorage such as dowels or keys shall
be provided to transfer the entire mass of the crib to the foundation seal. When a
foundation seal is placed under water, the cofferdams shall be vented or ported at low
water level as directed.

Cofferdams shall be constructed so as to protect green concrete against damage

from sudden rising of the stream and to prevent damage to the foundation by erosion.
No timber or bracing shall be left in cofferdams or cribs in such a way as to extend into
substructure masonry, without written permission from the Engineer.

Any pumping that may be permitted from the interior of any foundation enclosure
shall be done in such a manner as to preclude the possibility of any portion of the concrete
material being carried away. Any pumping required during the placing of concrete, or for
a period of at least 24 hours thereafter, shall be done from a suitable sump located outside
the concrete forms. Pumping to dewater a sealed cofferdam shall not commence until
the seal has set sufficiently to withstand the hydrostatic pressure.

Unless otherwise provided, cofferdams or cribs, with all sheeting and bracing
involved therewith, shall be removed by the Contractor after the completion of the
substructure. Removal shall be effected in such manner as not to disturb or mar finished
masonry.

103.2.5 Preservation of Channel

Unless otherwise permitted, no excavation shall be made outside of caissons,

cribs, cofferdams, or sheet piling, and the natural stream bed adjacent to structure shall
not be disturbed without permission from the Engineer. If any excavation or dredging is
made at the side of the structure before caissons, cribs, or cofferdams are sunk in place,
the Contractor shall, after the foundation base is in place, backfill all such excavations to
the original ground surface or stream bed with material satisfactory to the Engineer.

103.2.6 Backfill and Embankment for Structures Other Than Pipe Culverts

Excavated areas around structures shall be backfilled with free draining granular
material approved by the Engineer and placed in horizontal layers not over 150 mm (6
inches) in thickness, to the level of the original ground surface. Each layer shall be
moistened or dried as required and thoroughly compacted with mechanical tampers.

In placing backfills or embankment, the material shall be placed simultaneously in

so far as possible to approximately the same elevation on both sides of an abutment, pier,
or wall. If conditions require placing backfill or embankment appreciably higher on one
side than on the opposite side, the additional material on the higher side shall not be
placed until the masonry has been in place for 14 days, or until tests made by the
laboratory under the supervision of the Engineer establishes that the masonry has
attained sufficient strength to withstand any pressure created by the methods used and
materials placed without damage or strain beyond a safe factor.

Backfill or embankment shall not be placed behind the walls of concrete culverts
or abutments or rigid frame structures until the top slab is placed and cured. Backfill and
embankment behind abutments held at the top by the superstructure, and behind the
sidewalls of culverts, shall be carried up simultaneously behind opposite abutments or
sidewalls.

All embankments adjacent to structures shall be constructed in horizontal layers

and compacted as prescribed in Subsection 104.3.3 except that mechanical tampers may
be used for the required compaction. Special care shall be taken to prevent any wedging
action against the structure and slopes bounding or within the areas to be filled shall be
benched or serrated to prevent wedge action. The placing of embankment and the
benching of slopes shall continue in such a manner that at all times there will be horizontal
berm of thoroughly compacted material for a distance at least equal to the height of the
abutment or wall to the backfilled against except insofar as undisturbed material obtrudes
upon the area.

Broken rock or coarse sand and gravel shall be provided for a drainage filter at
weepholes as shown on the Plans.

103.2.7 Bedding, Backfill, and Embankment for Pipe Culverts

Bedding, Backfill and Embankment for pipe culverts shall be done in accordance
with Item 500, Pipe Culverts and Storm Drains.

103.3 Method of Measurement

103.3.1 Structure Excavation

The volume of excavation to be paid for will be the number of cubic metres
measured in original position of material acceptably excavated in conformity with the
Plans or as directed by the Engineer, but in no case, except as noted, will any of the
following volumes be included in the measurement for payment:

(1) The volume outside of vertical planes 450 mm (18 inches) outside of and
parallel to the neat lines of footings and the inside walls of pipe and pipe-arch
culverts at their widest horizontal dimensions.

(2) The volume of excavation for culvert and sections outside the vertical plane
for culverts stipulated in (1) above.

(3) The volume outside of neat lines of underdrains as shown on the Plans, and
outside the limits of foundation fill as ordered by the Engineer.

(4) The volume included within the staked limits of the roadway excavation,
contiguous channel changes, ditches, etc., for which payment is otherwise
provided in the Specification.

(5) Volume of water or other liquid resulting from construction operations and
which can be pumped or drained away.

(6) The volume of any excavation performed prior to the taking of elevations and
measurements of the undisturbed ground.

(7) the volume of any material rehandled, except that where the Plans indicate
or the Engineer directs the excavation after embankment has been placed
and except that when installation of pipe culverts by the imperfect trench
method specified in Item 500 is required, the volume of material re-excavated
as directed will be included.

(8) The volume of excavation for footings ordered at a depth more than 1.5 m (60
inches) below the lowest elevation for such footings shown on the original
Contract Plans, unless the Bill of Quantities contains a pay item for excavation
ordered below the elevations shown on the Plans for individual footings.

103.3.2 Bridge Excavation

The volume of excavation, designated on the Plans or in the Special Provisions as

“Bridge Excavation” will be measured as described below and will be kept separate for
pay purposes from the excavation for all structures.
 The volume of bridge excavation to be paid shall be the vertical 450 mm (18
inches) outside of and parallel to the neat lines of the footing. The vertical planes shall
constitute the vertical faces of the volume for pay quantities regardless of excavation
inside or outside of these planes.

103.3.3 Foundation Fill

The volume of foundation fill to be paid for will be the number of cubic metres
measures in final position of the special granular material actually provided and placed
below the foundation elevation of structures as specified, complete in place and accepted.

103.3.4 Shoring, Cribbing, and Related Work

Shoring, cribbing and related work whenever included as a pay item in Bill of
Quantities will be paid for at the lump sum bid price. This work shall include furnishing,
constructing, maintaining, and removing any and all shoring, cribbing, cofferdams,
caissons, bracing, sheeting water control, and other operations necessary for the
acceptable completion of excavation included in the work of this Section, to a depth of
1.5 m below the lowest elevation shown on the Plans for each separable foundation
structure.

103.3.5 Basis of Payment

The accepted quantities, measured as prescribed in Section 103.3, shall be paid

for at the contract unit price for each of the particular pay items listed below that is
included in the Bill of Quantities. The payment shall constitute full compensation for the
removal and disposal of excavated materials including all labor, equipment, tools and
incidentals necessary to complete the work prescribed in this Item, except as follows:

(1) Any excavation for footings ordered at a depth more than 1.5 m below the
lowest elevation shown on the original Contract Plans will be paid for as
provided in Part K, Measurement and Payment, unless a pay item for
excavation ordered below Plan elevation appears in the Bill of Quantities.

(2) Concrete will be measured and paid for as provided under Item 405,
Structural Concrete.

(3) Any roadway or borrow excavation required in excess of the quantity

excavated for structures will be measured and paid for as provided under Item
102.

(4) Shoring, cribbing, and related work required for excavation ordered more than
1.5 m (60 inches ) below Plan elevation will be paid for in accordance with
Part K.

Payment will be made under:

 Pay Item Number Description Unit of Measurement

103 (1) Structure Excavation Cubic Meter

103 (2) Bridge Excavation Cubic Meter
103 (3) Foundation Fill Cubic Meter
103 (4) Excavation ordered below Cubic Meter
Plan elevation
103 (5) Shoring, cribbing, and
related work Lump sum
103 (6) Pipe culverts and drain Cubic Meter
excavation

ITEM 804 – EMBANKMENT

Refer to Item 104, Part C of Volume II (Blue Book)

ITEM 104 – EMBANKMENT

104.1 Description

This Item shall consist of the construction of embankment in accordance with this
Specification and in conformity with the lines, grades and dimensions shown on the Plans
or established by the Engineer.

104.2 Material Requirements

Embankments shall be constructed of suitable materials, in consonance with the

following definitions:

1. Suitable Material – Material which is acceptable in accordance with the

Contract and which can be compacted in the manner specified in this Item.
It can be common material or rock.

Selected Borrow, for topping – soil of such gradation that all particles will
pass a sieve with 75 mm (3 inches) square openings and not more than 15
mass percent will pass the 0.075 mm (No. 200) sieve, as determined by
AASHTO T 11. The material shall have a plasticity index of not more than 6
as determined by ASSHTO T 90 and a liquid limit of not more than 30 as
determined by AASHTO T 89.

2. Unsuitable Material – Material other than suitable materials such as:

 (a) Materials containing detrimental quantities of organic materials, such as
grass, roots and sewerage.

(b) Organic soils such as peat and muck.

(c) Soils with liquid limit exceeding 80 and/or plasticity index exceeding 55.

(d) Soils with a natural water content exceeding 100%.

(e) Soils with very low natural density, 800 kg/m3 or lower.

(f) Soils that cannot be properly compacted as determined by the

Engineer.

104.3 Construction Requirements

104.3.1 General

Prior to construction of embankment, all necessary clearing and grubbing in that

area shall have been performed in conformity with Item 100, Clearing and Grubbing.

Embankment construction shall consist of constructing roadway embankments,

including preparation of the areas upon which they are to be placed; the construction of
dikes within or adjacent to the roadway; the placing and compacting of approved material
within roadway areas where unsuitable material has been removed; and the placing and
compacting of embankment material in holes, pits, and other depressions within the
roadway area.

Embankments and backfills shall contain no muck, peat, sod, roots or other
deleterious matter. Rocks, broken concrete or other solid, bulky materials shall not be
placed in embankment areas where piling is to be placed or driven.

Where shown on the Plans or directed by the Engineer, the surface of the existing
ground shall be compacted to a depth of 150 mm (6 inches) and to the specified
requirements of this Item.

Where provided on the Plans and Bill of Quantities the top portions of the roadbed
in both cuts and embankments, as indicated, shall consist of selected borrow for topping
from excavations.
104.3.2 Methods of Construction

Where there is evidence of discrepancies on the actual elevations and that shown
on the Plans, a preconstruction survey referred to the datum plane used in the approved
Plan shall be undertaken by the Contractor under the control of the Engineer to serve as
basis for the computation of the actual volume of the embankment materials.
 When embankment is to be placed and compacted on hillsides, or when new
embankment is to be compacted against existing embankments, or when embankment is
built one-half width at a time, the existing slopes that are steeper than 3:1 when measured
at right angles to the roadway shall be continuously benched over those areas as the
work is brought up in layers. Benching will be subject to the Engineer’s approval and
shall be of sufficient width to permit operation of placement and compaction equipment.
Each horizontal cut shall begin at the intersection of the original ground and the vertical
sides of the previous cuts. Material thus excavated shall be placed and compacted along
with the embankment material in accordance with the procedure described in this Section.

Unless shown otherwise on the Plans or special Provisions, where an

embankment of less than 1.2 m (4 feet) below subgrade is to be made, all sod and
vegetable matter shall be removed from the surface upon which the embankment is to be
placed, and the cleared surfaced shall be completely broken up by plowing, scarifying, or
steeping to a minimum depth of 150 mm except as provided in Subsection 102.2.2. This
area shall then be compacted as provided in Subsection 104.3.3. Sod not required to be
removed shall be thoroughly disc harrowed or scarified before construction of
embankment. Wherever a compacted road surface containing granular materials lies
within 900 mm (36 inches) of the subgrade, such old road surface shall be scarified to a
depth of at least 150 mm (6 inches) whenever directed by the Engineer. This scarified
materials shall then be compacted as provided in Subsection 104.3.3.

When shoulder excavation is specified, the roadway shoulders shall be excavated

to the depth and width shown on the Plans. The shoulder material shall be removed
without disturbing the adjacent existing base course material, and all excess excavated
materials shall be disposed off as provided in Subsection 102.2.3. If necessary, the
areas shall be compacted before being backfilled.

Roadway embankment of earth material shall be placed in horizontal layers not

exceeding 200 mm (8 inches), loose measurement, and shall be compacted as specified
before the next layer is placed. However, thicker layer maybe placed if vibratory roller
with high compactive effort is used provided that density requirement is attained and as
approved by the Engineer. Trial section to this effect must be conducted and approved
by the Engineer. Effective spreading equipment shall be used on each lift to obtain
uniform thickness as determined in the trial section prior to compaction. As the
compaction of each layer progresses, continuous leveling and manipulating will be
required to assure uniform density. Water shall be added or removed, if necessary, in
order to obtain the required density. Removal of water shall be accomplished through
aeration by plowing, blading, discing, or other methods satisfactory to the Engineer.

Where embankment is to be constructed across low swampy ground that will not
support the mass of trucks or other hauling equipment, the lower part of the fill may be
constructed by dumping successive loads in a uniformly distributed layer of a thickness
not greater than necessary to support the hauling equipment while placing subsequent
layers.
 When excavated material contains more than 25 mass percent of rock larger than
150 mm in greatest diameter and cannot be placed in layers of the thickness prescribed
without crushing, pulverizing or further breaking down the pieces resulting from
excavation methods, such materials may be placed on the embankment in layers not
exceeding in thickness the approximate average size of the larger rocks, but not greater
than 600 mm (24 inches).

Even though the thickness of layers is limited as provided above, the placing of
individual rocks and boulders greater than 600 mm in diameter will be permitted provided
that when placed, they do not exceed 1200 mm (48 inches) in height and provided they
are carefully distributed, with the interstices filled with finer material to form a dense and
compact mass.

Each layer shall be leveled and smoothed with suitable leveling equipment and by
distribution of spalls and finer fragments of earth. Lifts of material containing more than
25 mass percent of rock larger than 150 mm in greatest dimensions shall not be
constructed above an elevation 300 mm ( 12 inches) below the finished subgrade. The
balance of the embankment shall be composed of suitable material smoothed and placed
in layers not exceeding 200 mm (8 inches) in loose thickness and compacted as specified
for embankments.

Dumping and rolling areas shall be kept separate, and no lift shall be covered by
another until compaction complies with the requirements of Subsection 104.3.3.

Hauling and leveling equipment shall be so routed and distributed over each layer
of the fill in such a manner as to make use of compaction effort afforded thereby and to
minimize rutting and uneven compaction.

104.3.3 Compaction

Compaction Trials

Before commencing the formation of embankments, the Contractor shall submit in

writing to the Engineer for approval his proposals for the compaction of each type of fill
material to be used in the works. The proposals shall include the relationship between
the types of compaction equipment, and the number of passes required and the method
of adjusting moisture content. The Contractor shall carry out full scale compaction trials
on areas not less than 10 m wide and 50 m long as required by the Engineer and using
his proposed procedures or such amendments thereto as may be found necessary to
satisfy the Engineer that all the specified requirements regarding compaction can be
consistently achieved. Compaction trials with the main types of fill material to be used in
the works shall be completed before work with the corresponding materials will be allowed
to commence.

Throughout the periods when compaction of earthwork is in progress, the

Contractor shall adhere to the compaction procedures found from compaction trials for
each type of material being compacted, each type of compaction equipment employed
and each degree of compaction specified.

Earth

The Contractor shall compact the material placed in all embankment layers and
the material scarified to the designated depth below subgrade in cut sections, until a
uniform density of not less than 95 mass percent of the maximum dry density determined
by AASHTO T 99 Method C, is attained, at a moisture content determined by Engineer to
be suitable for such density. Acceptance of compaction may be based on adherence to
an approved roller pattern developed as set forth in Item 106, Compaction Equipment
and Density Control Strips.

The Engineer shall during progress of the Work, make density tests of compacted
material in accordance with AASHTO T 191, T 205, or other approved field density tests,
including the use of properly calibrated nuclear testing devices. A correction for coarse
particles may be made in accordance with AASHTO T 224. If, by such tests, the Engineer
determines that the specified density and moisture conditions have not been attained, the
Contractor shall perform additional work as may be necessary to attain the specified
conditions.

At least one group of three in-situ density tests shall be carried out for each 500 m
of each layer of compacted fill.

Rock

Density requirements will not apply to portions of embankments constructed of

materials which cannot be tested in accordance with approved methods.

Embankment materials classified as rock shall be deposited, spread and leveled

the full width of the fill with sufficient earth or other fine material so deposited to fill the
interstices to produce a dense compact embankment. In addition, one of the rollers,
vibrators, or compactors meeting the requirements set forth in Subsection 106.2.1,
Compaction Equipment, shall compact the embankment full width with a minimum of
three complete passes for each layer of embankment.

104.3.4 Protection of Roadbed During Construction

During the construction of the roadway, the roadbed shall be maintained in such
condition that it will be well drained at all times. Side ditches or gutters emptying from
cuts to embankments or otherwise shall be so constructed as to avoid damage to
embankments by erosion.

104.3.5 Protection of Structure

 If embankment can be deposited on one side only of abutments, wing walls, piers
or culvert headwalls, care shall be taken that the area immediately adjacent to the
structure is not compacted to the extent that it will cause overturning of, or excessive
pressure against the structure. When noted on the Plans, the fill adjacent to the end bent
of a bridge shall not be placed higher than the bottom of the backfill of the bent until the
superstructure is in place. When embankment is to be placed on both sides of a concrete
wall or box type structure, operations shall be so conducted that the embankment is
always at approximately the same elevation on both sides of the structure.

104.3.6 Rounding and Warping Slopes

Rounding-Except in solid rock, the tops and bottoms of all slopes, including the
slopes of drainage ditches, shall be rounded as indicated on the Plans. A layer of earth
overlaying rock shall be rounded above the rock as done in earth slopes.

Warping-adjustments in slopes shall be made to avoid injury in standing trees or

marring of weathered rock, or to harmonize with existing landscape features, and the
transition to such adjusted slopes shall be gradual. At intersections of cuts and fills,
slopes shall be adjusted and warped to flow into each other or into the natural ground
surfaces without noticeable break.

104.3.7 Finishing Roadbed and Slopes

After the roadbed has been substantially completed, the full width shall be
conditioned by removing any soft or other unstable material that will not compact properly
or serve the intended purpose. The resulting areas and all other low sections, holes of
depressions shall be brought to grade with suitable selected material. Scarifying,
blading, dragging, rolling, or other methods of work shall be performed or used as
necessary to provide a thoroughly compacted roadbed shaped to the grades and cross-
sections shown on the Plans or as staked by the Engineer.

All earth slopes shall be left with roughened surfaces but shall be reasonably
uniform, without any noticeable break, and in reasonably close conformity with the Plans
or other surfaces indicated on the Plans or as staked by the Engineer, with no variations
therefrom readily discernible as viewed from the road.

104.3.8 Serrated Slopes

Cut slopes in rippable material (soft rock) having slope ratios between 0.75:1 and
2:1 shall be constructed so that the final slope line shall consist of a series of small
horizontal steps. The step rise and tread dimensions shall be shown on the Plans. No
scaling shall be performed on the stepped slopes except for removal of large rocks which
will obviously be a safety hazard if they fall into the ditchline or roadway.

104.3.9 Earth Berms

 When called for in the Contract, permanent earth berms shall be constructed of
well graded materials with no rocks having a diameter greater than 0.25 the height of the
berm. When local material is not acceptable, acceptable material shall be imported, as
directed by the Engineer.

Compacted Berm

Compacted berm construction shall consist of moistening or drying and placing

material as necessary in locations shown on the drawings or as established by the
Engineer. Material shall contain no frozen material, roots, sod, or other deleterious
materials. Contractor shall take precaution to prevent material from escaping over the
embankment slope. Shoulder surface beneath berm will be roughened to provide a bond
between the berm and shoulder when completed. The Contractor shall compact the
material placed until at least 90 mass percent of the maximum density is obtained as
determined by AASHTO T 99, Method C. The cross-section of the finished compacted
berm shall reasonably conform to the typical cross-section as shown on the Plans.

Uncompacted Berm

Uncompacted berm construction shall consist of drying, if necessary and placing

material in locations shown on the Plans or as established by the Engineer. Material
shall contain no frozen material, roots, sod or other deleterious materials. Contractor
shall take precautions to prevent material from escaping over the embankment slope.

104.4 Method of Measurement

The quantity of embankment to be paid for shall be the volume of material

compacted in place, accepted by the Engineer and formed with material obtained from
any source.

Material from excavation per Item 102 which is used in embankment and accepted
by the Engineer will be paid under Embankment and such payment will be deemed to
include the cost of excavating, hauling, stockpiling and all other costs incidental to the
work.

Material for Selected Borrow topping will be measured and paid for under the same
conditions specified in the preceding paragraph.

104.5 Basis of Payment

The accepted quantities, measured as prescribed in Section 104.4, shall be paid

for at the Contract unit price for each of the Pay Items listed below that is included in the
Bill of Quantities. The payment shall continue full compensation for placing and
compacting all materials including all labor, equipment, tools and incidentals necessary
to complete the work prescribed in this Item.
 Payment will be made under:

Pay Item Number Description Unit of Measurement

104 (1) Embankment Cubic Meter

104 (2) Selected, Borrow for topping,
Case 1 Cubic Meter
104 (3) Selected Borrow for topping, Cubic Meter
Case 2
104 (4) Earth Berm Meter

ITEM 1000 – TERMITE CONTROL WORK

1000. 1 Description

This item shall consist of furnishing and applying termite control chemicals, including the
use of equipment and tools in performing such operations in accordance with this Specification.

1000.2 Material Requirements

Termite control chemicals or toxicants shall be able to immediately exterminate termites

or create barriers to discourage entry of subterranean termites into the building areas. The
toxicants may be classified into the following types and according to use:

Type I. Liquid Termicide Concentrate

This type of toxicant shall be specified for drenching soil beneath foundations of proposed
buildings. The concentrate shall be diluted with water in the proportion of 1 liter of concentrate material
to 65 liters of water as specified by the Manufacturer.

Type II. Liquid Termicide Ready Mixed Solution

This type of toxicant which comes in ready mixed solution shall be used as wood representative
by drenching wood surfaces to the point of run-off

Type III. Powder Termicide

This type of toxicant shall be applied to visible or suspected subterranean termite mounds and
tunnels where termites are exterminated through trophallaxes method (exchange or nourishment
between termites while greeting each other upon meeting).

1000.3 Construction Requirements

Before any termite control work is started, thorough examination of the site shall be undertaken
so that the appropriate method of soil poisoning can be applied.
 The Contractor shall coordinate with other related trades through the Engineer to avoid delay
that may arise during the different phases of application of the terminate control chemicals.

1000.3.1 Soil Poisoning

There are two methods usually adopted in soil poisoning which are as follows:

1. Cordoning. This method is usually adopted when there is no visible evidence of termite
infestation. Trenches in concentric circles, squares or rectangles are dug 150mm to 220mm
wide and at least one meter apart and applied with Type I working solution at the rate of 8
liters per linear meter.
2. Drenching. When soil show termite infestation, this method shall be applied. The building
area shall be thoroughly drenched with Type I working solution at the rate of 24 liters per
square meter. When Powder Termicide is to be applied to eradicate subterranean termites.
Careful application and precaution shall be given considering that this toxicant is fatal to
animal and human lives.
1000.3.2 Application

At the time soil poisoning is to be applied, the soil to be treated shall be in friable condition with
low moisture content so as to allow uniform distribution of the toxicant agents. Toxicant shall be applied
at least twelve (12) hours prior to placement of concrete which shall be in contact with treated materials.

Treatment of the soil on the exterior sides of the foundation walls, grade beams and similar
structures shall be done prior to final grading and planting or landscaping work to avoid disturbance of
the toxicant barriers by such operations.

Areas to be covered by concrete slab shall be treated before placement of granular fill used as
capillary water barrier at a rate of 12 liters per square meter with type I working solution after it has been
compacted and set to required elevation. Additional treatment shall be applied as follows:

1. In critical areas such as utility openings for pipes, conduits and ducts, apply additional
treatment at the rate of 6 liters per linear meter in a strip 150 mm to 200 mm wide.
2. Along the exterior perimeter of the slab and under expansion joint, at the rate of 2.5 liters
per linear meter in a strip 150 mm to 200 mm wide in a shallow trench.
1000.3.3 Wood Protection

Where the application of wood preservative is necessary, the contractor shall use type II ready
mixed solution as herein called for or as directed by the Engineer.

1000.3.4 Guarantee

The contractor shall guarantee the work for one (1) year after final acceptance
1000.4 Method of measurement

Liquid termite control chemicals or toxicants shall be measured by actual number of liters used
in the cordoning and drenching wood surfaces, while powder chemical/toxicant shall be measured by
kilograms applied to suspected subterranean termite mounds and tunnels. The quantity to be paid for
shall be determined and accepted by the Engineer.

1000.5 Basis of Payment

The accepted quantities, measured as prescribed in section.10 shall be paid for at the Contract
Unit. Price for Termite Control Work which price and payment shall be full compensation for furnishing
and applying termite control chemicals including the use of equipment and tools, labor and incidentals
necessary to complete the work prescribed in this item.

Payment shall be made under:

Pay item Description Unit of

Number Measurement

1000 (a) Soil Poisoning Liter

1000 (b) Wood Preservative Liter
1000 (c) Powder Termicide Liter

ITEM 900 – REINFORCED CONCRETE

900.1 Description

This Item shall consist of furnishing, placing and finishing concrete in buildings and related
structures, flood control and drainage, ports, and water supply structures in accordance with this
specification and conforming to the lines, grades, and dimension shown on the plans.

900.2 Materials Requirements

900.2.1 Portland Cement

This shall conform to the requirement of ITEM 700, Volume II (BlueBook), Hydraulic
cement.

900.2.2 Concrete Aggregates

Concrete aggregate shall conform to the requirements of subsection 311.2.2 and 311.2.3
under item 311 of Volume II, (BlueBook) and ASTMC 33 lightweight aggregates, except that
aggregates failing to meet these specifications but which have been shown by special that or
actual service to produce concrete of adequate strength and durability may be used under
method (2) of determining the proportion of concrete, where authorized by the Engineer.

Except as permitted elsewhere in this section, the maximum size of the aggregate shall
be not larger than one-fifth (1/5) of the narrowest dimensions between sides of form of the
member for which the concrete is to be used nor larger than three-fourths of the minimum clear
spacing between individual reinforcing bars or bundles of bars or pretensioning strands.

900.2.2.1 Aggregate Tests

Samples of the fine and coarse aggregates to be used shall be selected by the Engineer
for tests at least 30 days before the actual concreting operations are to begin. It shall be the
responsibility of the contractor to designate the source or sources of aggregate to give the
Engineer sufficient time to obtain the necessary samples and submit them for testing.

No aggregate shall be used until official advice has been received that it has satisfactory
passed all test, at which time written authority shall be given for its use.

900.2.3 Water

Water used in mixing concrete shall conform to the requirement of subsection 311.2.4
under Item 311, Part E,of Volume II, (BLueBook).

900.2.4 Metal Reinforcement

Reinforcing steel bars shall conform to the requirements of the following Specifications:

Deformed & Plain Billet Steel (ASTM A 615)

Bars for concrete Reinforcement AASHTO M 31

Deformed Rail – Steel and Plain

Bars for Concrete Reinforcement ASTM A 616

Deformed A x b – Steel and Plain

Bars for Concrete Reinforced ASTM A 617

If reinforcing bars are to be welded. These ASTM specifications shall be supplemented by

requirements assuring satisfactory weldability.

Bar and rod mats for concrete reinforcement ASTM A 187

Cold-Drawn Steel Wire for (ASTM A 82)

 Concrete reinforcement AASHTO M 32

Welded steel wire fabric (ASTM A 185)

For concrete reinforcement AASHTO M55

except that the weld shear strength requirement of those specification shall be extended to
include a wire size differential up to and including six gages.

Wire and Strands for prestressed ASTM A 416

Concrete ASTM A 421

Used in making strands for post-tensioning shall be cold- drawn and either stress-relieved in the
case of uncoated strands, or hot-dip galvanized in the case of galvanized strands.

High strength alloy steel bar for post- tensioning shall be proofstressed to 90 % of the granted
tensile strength. After proofstressing, The bars shall conform to the following minimum
properties:

Tensile strength fs’ 1000 MPa

Yield strength (0.2 offset) 0.90 fs’

Elongation at rupture in 20 diameter 4 percent

Reduction of area at rupture 25 percent

Structural steel ASTM A 36

Steel Pipe for concrete-filled pipe columns ASTM A 53

Cast-Iron Pipe for composite columns ASTM A 377

900.2.5 Admixtures

Air-entraining admixtures, if used, shall conform to ASTM C 260.

Water-reducing admixtures, retarding ad- mixtures, water-reducing and retarding

admixtures and water reducing and accelerating admixtures, if used, shall conform to the
requirements of ASTM C 494 .

900.2.6 Storage of Materials

Cement and aggregates shall be stored in such a manner as to prevent their deterioration
or the intrusion of foreign matter. Cement shall be stored, immediately upon arrival on the site
of the work, in substantial, waterproof bodegas, with a floor raised from the ground sufficiently
high to be free from dampness. Aggregates shall be stored in such a manner as to avoid the
inclusion of foreign materials.

900.3 Construction Requirements

Notations: The notations used in these regulations are as follows:

fc = compressive strength of concrete

Fsp = ratio of splitting tensile strength to square root of compressive strength.

900.3.1 Concrete Quality

All plans submitted for approval or used for any project shall clearly show the specified
strength, fc’, of concrete of the specified age for which each part of the structure was designed.

Concrete that will be exposed to sulfate containing or other chemically aggressive

solutions shall be proportioned in accordance with “Recommended Practice for Selecting
Proportions for Structural Lightweight Concrete (ACI 613A).”

900.3.2 Methods of Determining the Proportions of Concrete

The determination of the proportions of cement, aggregate, and water to attain the
required strengths shall be made by one of the following methods, but lower water-cement ratios
may be required for conformance with the quality of concrete.

Method 1 Without preliminary test

Where preliminary test data on the materials to be used in the concrete have not been
obtained the water-cement ratio for a given strength of concrete shall not exceed the values
shown in Table 100.1. When strengths in excess of 281 kilograms per square centimeter (4000
pounds per square inch) are required or when light weight aggregates or admixtures (other than
those exclusively for the purpose of entraining air) are used, the required water-cement ratio
shall be determined in accordance with Method 2.

Method 2. For combination of materials previously evaluated or to be established by trial

mixtures.

Water-cement ratios for strengths greater than that shown in Table 100.1 may be used
provided that the relationship between strength and water-cement ratio for the materials to be
used has been previously established by reliable test data and the resulting concrete satisfies the
requirements of the concrete quality.
 Where previous data are not available. Concrete trial mixtures having proportions and
consistency suitable for the work shall be made using at least three different water-cement ratios
(or cement content in the case of lightweight aggregates) which will produce a range of strengths
encompassing those required for the work. For each water-cement ratio (or cement content) at
least three specimens for each age to be tested shall be made, cured and tested for strength in
accordance with ASTM C 39 and C 192.

The strength test shall be made at 7, 14 and 28 days at which the concrete is to receive
load, as indicated on the plans. A curve shall be established showing the relationship between
water-cement ratios (or cement content) and compressive strength. The maximum permissible
cement-ratio for the concrete to be used in the structure shall be that shown by the curve to
produce an average strength to satisfy the requirements of the strength test of concrete provided
that the water-cement ratio shall be no greater than that required by concrete quality when
concrete that is to be subjected to the freezing temperatures which weight shall have a water-
cement ratio not exceeding 6 gal per bag and it shall contain entrained air.

Where different materials are to be used for different proportions of the work, each
combination shall be evaluated separately.

TABLE 100.1 MAXIMUM PERMISSIBLE WATER-CEMENT RATIOS FOR CONCRETE (METHOD

NO.1)

Maximum permissible water-cement ratio

Specified
Non air-entrained concrete Air-entrained concrete
compressive
U.S. gal. per U.S. gal. per
strength at 28 Absolute ratio Absolute ratio
42.6 kg. bag of 42.6 kg. bag of
days, psi fc’ by weight by weight
cement cement
2500 7¼ 0.642 6¼ 0.554
3000 6½ 0.576 5¼ 0.465
3500 5¾ 0.510 4½ 0.399
4000 5 0.443 4 0.354

900.3.3 Concrete Proportions and Consistency

The proportions of aggregate cement for any concrete shall be such as to produce a
mixture which will work readily into the corners and angles of the form and around reinforcement
with the method of placing employed on the work, but without permitting the materials to
segregate or excess free water to collect to the surface. The method of measuring materials shall
be such that the proportions can be accurately controlled and easily check at any time during the
work.
900.3.4 Sampling and Testing of Structural Concrete

As work progress, at least one (1) set of sample consisting of three (3) concrete cylinder
test specimen, 150 x 300 mm shall be taken from each class of concrete placed each day, and
each set represent not more than 75 cu m of concrete.

900.3.5 Consistency

Concrete shall have consistency such that it will workable in the required position. It shall
be such a consistency that it will flow around reinforcing steel but individual particle of the coarse
aggregate when isolated shall show a coating a mortar containing its proportionate amount of
sand. The consistency of concrete shall be gauged by the ability of the equipment to properly
placed it and not by the difficulty of mixing water shall be determined by the Engineer and shall
not be varied without his consent. The concrete as dry as it is practical to place with the
equipment specified be shall be used.

900.3.6 Strength Test of Concrete

When strength is the basis of acceptance, each class of concrete shall be represented at
least five test (10 specimens). Two specimens shall be made for each test at a given age, and not
less than one test shall be made for each 150 cu yd. of structural concrete, but there shall be at
least one test for each days concerting. The Building Official may require a reasonable number of
additional tests during the progress of the work. Samples from which compression test
specimens are molded shall be secured in accordance of ASTM C 172. Specimens made to check
the adequacy of the proportions of the strength of a concrete or as a basis of acceptance of
concrete shall be made and laboratory- cured in accordance with ASTM C 31. Additional test
specimens cured entirely under field conditions may require by the Building Official to check the
adequacy of curing and protection of the concrete. Strength tests shall be made by the
accordance with ASTM C 39.

The age of strength tests shall be 28 days or, where specified, the earlier age at which the
concrete is to receive its full load or maximum stress. Additional test may be made at earlier ages
to obtain advance information on the adequacy of strength development where age-strength
relationship have been established for the materials and proportions used.

To conform to the requirements of this Item:

1. For structures designed in accordance with the working stress design method of this
chapter, the average of any five consecutive strength tests of the laboratory- cured
specimens representing each class of concrete shall be equal on or greater than the
 specified strength, fc’, and not more than 20 percent of the strength test shall have values
less than that specified.
2. For structure designed in accordance with the ultimate strength designed method of this
chapter, and for pre stressed structures the average of any three consecutive test of any
laboratory cured specimens representing each class of concrete shall be equal to or
greater than the specified strength, fc’ not more than 10 percent of the strength tests
shall have values less than the specified strength.
When it appears that the laboratory cured specimen will fail to conform the requirements
for strength, the Engineer shall have the right to order changes in the concrete sufficient to
increase the strength to meet this requirement. The strength of the specimens cured on the job
are intended to indicate the adequacy of protection and curing of the concrete and may be used
to determined when the forms may be stripped, shcring remove, or the structure placed in
service. When, in the opinion of the Building Official, strength of the job -cured specimens, the
contractor may be required to improve the procedures for protecting and curing the concrete,
or when test of field – cured cylinders indicate deficiencies in protection and curing, the Engineer
may require test in accordance with ASTM Specification C 42 or order load tests as outlined in
the load tests of structures for that portion of the structures where the questionable concrete
has been placed.

900.3.7 Splitting Tensile Test of Concrete

To determine the splitting ratio, Fsp for a particular aggregate, test of concrete shall be
made as follows:

1. Twenty four (24) 15cm. dia. by 30 cm. long (6 in. in dia. By 12 in. long) cylinders shall be made
in accordance with ASTM C192, twelve at a compressive strength level of approximately 280
kilograms per square centimetre( 4000 psi )or 350 kilo gram per centimetre ( 5000 psi ). After
seven days moist curing followed by 21 days drying at 23C (73F) and 50 percent relative
humidity, eight of the test cylinders at each of the two strength levels shall be tested for
splitting strength and four for compressive strength.
2. The splitting tensile strength shall be determine in accordance with ASTM C 496, and
compressive strength in accordance with ASTM C 39.
The ratio, Fsp, of splitting tensile strength to the square root of compressive strength shall be
obtained by using the average of all 16 splitting tensile test and all 8 compressive tests.

Minimum Strength, Concrete other than fill, shall have a minimum compressive strength at
28 days at 140 kilograms per square centimetre (2000 psi).

900.3.8 Batching

Batching shall conform to the requirements for item 405, Structural Concrete.
900.3.9 Mixing and Delivery

Mixing and Delivery shall conform for the requirements for item 405, Structural Concrete.

900.4 Concrete Surface Finishing : General

This shall be in accordance item 407, Concrete Structures.

900.5 Curing Concrete ( See Subsection 407)

900.6 Acceptance of Concrete

The strength of concrete shall be deemed acceptable if the average of 3 consecutive

strength test result is equal to or exceed specified strength and no individual test result falls
below the specified strength by more than 15%.

Concrete deemed to be not acceptable using the above criteria may be rejected unless
contractor can provided evidence, by means of core tests, that the quality of concrete
represented by the failed test result is acceptable in place. Three (3) cores shall be obtained from
the affected area and cured and tested in accordance with AASHTO T24. Concrete in the area
represented by the cores will be deemed acceptable if the average of cores is equal to or at least
85% and no sample core is less than 75% of the specified strength otherwise it shall be rejected.

900.7 Method of Measurement

The quantity of concrete to be paid shall be quantity shown in the Bid Schedule , unless
change in design are made in which case the quantity shown in the Bid Schedule will be adjusted
by the amount of the changes for the purpose of payment. No deduction will be made for the
volume occupied by the pipe less than 101 mm (4”) in diameter not for reinforcing steel, anchors,
wheepholes or expansion materials.

900.8 Basis of Payment

The accepted quantities of structural concrete completed in place will be paid for at the
contract unit price for cubic metre as indicated on the Bid Schedule.

Pay Item and Description Unit of Measurement

Structural Concrete Cubic Meter

Such prices and Payment shall be full compensation for furnishing all materials , including
metal water stops, joints, joint fillers, weep holes, and rock backing and timber bumpers; for all
forms and false work; for mixing, placing, furnishing, and curing the concrete; and for all labor,
materials, equipment, tools and incidentals necessary to complete the item, except that
reinforcing steel shall be paid for at the contract unit price per kilogram for reinforcing steel
metal pipes and drain, metal conduits and ducts, and metal expansion angles shall be paid for as
structural steel that when the proposal does not include an item for structural steel these
miscellaneous metal parts shall be paid for as reinforcing steel.

ITEM 902(1)a2 – Reinforcing Steel of Reinforced Concrete Structures Inclusive of Ga. 16 Tie
Wire (Slab on Grade, Stirrups, Column Ties, Temperature Bars) For Two up to Five – Storey,
Grade 40

ITEM 902(1)b2 – Reinforcing Steel of Reinforced Concrete Structures Inclusive of Ga. 16 Tie
Wire (Slab on Grade, Stirrups, Column Ties, Temperature Bars) For Two up to Five – Storey,
Grade 60

ITEM 903(2)b- Formworks and Falseworks (For Two up to Five – Storey)

ITEM 1047(2)c- Structural Steel C-Purlins (150mm x 50mm x 2.0mm Thk.)
ITEM 1016 – WATERPROOFING

1016.1 Description

This item shall consist of furnishing all waterproofing materials, labor, tools, equipment and
facilities and undertaking the proper installation works required as shown on the Plans and in
accordance with this Specification.

1016.2 Material Requirements

1016.2.1 Cement-base Waterproofing

1016.2.1.1 Cement-based waterproofing powder mix shall be cement-base, aggregate type, heavy duty,
waterproof coating for reinforced concrete surface and masonry exposed to water. The aggregates are
graded and sized so as to mesh perfectly and are selected for purity, hardness, strength and are non-
metallic. When mix with other ingredients are free flowing, water-proofing coatings that possesses
strength durability and density.

1016.2.1 .2 Additive binders shall be of special formulation of acrylic polymers and modifiers in liquid
from used as additive with cement-base powder mix that improves adhesion and mechanical properties.

1016.2.1.3 Water shall be clean, clear and potable.

1016.2.2 Membrane Waterproofing

1016.2.2.1 Primer shall be as asphalt cold applied, free from water and other foreign matters, and shall
conform to the specification requirements defined in ASTM D-41
1016.2.2.2 Built-up membrane shall be made of smoothly woven fibers that are impervious to acid,
heat, dampness and totting. It should permit complete penetration of asphalt compound or bituminous
coating in the woven glass fiber.

1016.2.2.3 Preformed membrane shall be self-sealing flexible cold applied bituminous sheets bonded to
0.15 mm thick polythelene film.

1016.2.2.4 Mopping Materials

a) Type A adhesive self-sealing asphalt for structure below ground level.
b)Type B where asphalt is not exposed on temperature exceeding 51.7 celcius of structure above ground
level.
c) type C where asphalt is exposed on vertical surface in direct sunlight or above temperature of 51.7
celcius structure above ground level.

1016.2.3 Liquid waterproofing alternate material shall be of elastomeric or other substances applied in
liquid form and cured and to an impervious membrane.

1016.2.4 Hydrolithic Waterproofing

a) Hydrolithic waterproofing mix shall be of heavy cement-base coating compatible to reinforced
concrete wall. It must prevent built-up of ware vapor which causes blistering, flaking and peeling of
paint films.
b) Material must thoroughly fill and seal pores and voids that it can be used against water pressure on
the interior surface of walls below grade.

1016.3 Construction Requirements

Roof decks, balconies, toilets and bathrooms, gutters, parapet walls and other areas indicated on
the plans to be waterproof shall first be rendered with cement-based waterproofing before any type of
waterproofing is applied.

1016.3.1 Surface Preparation

1016.3.1.1 Concrete surface to be applied with waterproofing shall be structurally sound, clean and free
of dirt, loose mortar particles, paints film oil, protective coats, efflorescence laitance, etc.

1016.3.1.2 All defects shall be properly corrected and carefully formed to provide a smooth surface that
is free of marks and properly cured prior to application works.

1016.3.1.3 Inside corners where vertical and horizontal structure meet shall be provided with cant
measuring 50 mm or rounded at corners a minimum of 50 mm radius.

a) Concrete slabs shall be properly graded to drain rainwater. Provide a minimum pitch of 1 on 100 to
satisfactorily drain water freely into the drainage lines, gutters and downspouts.
b) Drainage connections and weepholes shall be set to permit the free flow of water.
c) Any expansion and contraction joints shall be cleaned, primed, fitted, with a backing rod and caulked
with sealant.
d) Provide reglets of about 40 mm deep by 40 mm wide and 250 mm above floor finish along walls or
parapets for the termination of the membrane.
e) Prepared surfaces shall be cured and kept wet by sprinkling with water and regular intervals for a
period of at least three days and allow surface to actually set within seven days.
f) Ensure that the prepared surfaces has completely set and all defects repaired.
g) when there is a reasonable doubt as to the presence of moisture in the surface to be applied with
membrane expose that same direct to sunlight for another 2 days or heat all suspected area using blow
torch.

1016.3.2 Preformed or built-up membrane

1016.3.2.1 Application Procedure

a) Prior to application of membrane concrete surfaces should be sound and cured without the use of
curing compound. Apply a coat of concrete neutralizer to remove oil dirt and other contaminants.
b) Apply asphalt primer at the rate of one gallon per 100 square feet evenly by spraying or by paint
brush.
c) Application shall be done one direction strip by and overlapping each other to assure uniform
thickness.
d) Allow primer to dry until it is ready to receive next coat layer as specified in the manufacturing
instructional manual.
e) As soon as primer coating is workable, lay a single layer of preformed or built-up membrane smoothly
free from irregularities and folds.
f) Lay preformed or built-up membrane conforming to size and shape of the surface area to be covered.
g) Carefully lay side and end laps in order to assure an even thickness throughout the whole surface area
to be covered.
h) When the whole surface area is completely covered apply a single coat of asphalt primer at the rate
of 3 to 4 gallons per (100 square feet).
i) Meshes of treated woven glass fibers shall not be completely closed or sealed by the primer coat, but
shall sufficiently open to allow successive mopping of the ply material to seep through.
j) Cover ply not more than the minimum amount of surfacing necessary to prevent sticking on ply.
k) After application surface shall be uniformly smooth, free from irregularities folds and knots.
l) Repeat the procedures until 5 plies has been satisfactorily installed or may layers required or specified
in the plans.
m) Where weather disturbance interrupt the work and exposing the membrane to moisture remove the
layer exposed to moisture removed the layer exposed to moisture and repeat procedure until
completion of the process.

1016.3.2.2 Protective Coatings

a) Where laying of the built-up or preformed membrane conforms with the number of plies required as
shown on the plans lay a mixture or sand mastic in the proportion of one part asphalt or bituminous
material and four parts coarse screened sand by volume. With a steel trowel at an average of 3 mm
thick over the surface of membrane.
b) Then at the rate of one gallon per (100 square feet) apply aluminum heat reflecting finish thoroughly
over the dried sand mastic coating.

1016.3.2.3 Metal Cap Flashing

a) Provide cap flashing gauge 24 plain G.I. where shown on the plans.
b) Where cap flashing is connected to preformed lock in through-wall from upper edge of cap flashing to
engage in preformed lock. Mallet lock down tight to provide a spring action against base flashing.
c) hen at the rate of one gallon per (100 square feet) apply aluminum heat reflecting finish thoroughly
over the dried sand mastic coating.
d) Where cap flashing is terminated in raked joint or in prepared masonry or stone reglet fasten flashing
with wedge every 12 inches and fill reglet on vertical surfaces continuous with plastic cement and on
horizontal surfaces, continuous with molten lead.

1016.3.3 Membrane Waterproofing Cement Topping

a)Provide concrete cement topping of at least 50 mm thick on the membrane after five days where
protective coating has been applied.
b) Concrete cement topping should be class “A” with 9 mm pea gravel and preferably provided with 2-
way 6 mm dia. Temperature steel bars.

1016.3.4 Liquid Waterproofing as Membrane

Before any coat of liquid waterproofing is applied concrete cement surface shall conform with the
requirement defined in in sub-section 1017.3.1.1.

1016.3.4.1 Application Procedure

a) Prior to application of membrane concrete surfaces should be sound and cured without the use of
curing compound. Apply a coat of concrete neutralizer to removed oil, dirt and other contaminants.
b) Apply a primer coat of elastomeric coating standard of the manufacturer at the rate of 1/3 gallon per
9.28 metre square 100 square feet over the surface area to be applied.
c) After the primer coat has dried penetrating and sealing the concrete surface areas coated apply 25
dry mills of coating at the rate of one gallon per 100 square metres for 3 coatings on the same concrete
surface areas coated with liquid waterproofing.
d) The concrete surface areas coated shall be allowed to dry in twenty four hours if relative humility is
above 4.44 Celcius.
e) Liquid waterproofing membrane may be applied by paint brush, airless spray, notched trowel,
squeegee or roller preferably 20-25 mills maximum thickness each wet coat.

1016.3.4.2 Precaution

a) Liquid waterproofing membrane should not be applied unless the ambient temperature is 4.44
Celcius or higher and should not proceed during inclement weather condition.
b) Extra care shall be observed by persons doing application works especially those that have skin
sensitiveness must wear gloves while applying the liquid waterproofing. The liquid waterproofing
membrane compound is highly combustible.

1016.3.5 Protection of membrane waterproofing surfaces in general.

a) Concrete topping in situation where it is desirable to have a bond between membrane waterproofing
and topped slab it is recommended that the concrete topping be placed as the membrane dries, usually
48 hours after final coat is applied.
b) If a bond is not required, the membrane should be protected with asphalt asbestos board or asphalt
felt paper such time as topping or concrete covering is applied. Prior to topping or placing concrete
covering the membrane shall be inspected and initiate repair work where necessary.
c) Exposed membrane surfaces at concrete gutters and areas not frequently disturbed may be allowed.
d) Membrane waterproofing at basement shall be covered and protected by installing tightly butted
asphalt impregnated protection boards with minimum thickness of 6 mm and preferably 12 mm on
horizontal areas.

All projections and pipes must be protected with asbestos cloth approximately 6 mm thick. Install the
bituminous paving with extra care to avoid damage, lift or curl the underlying protection boards.

1016.4 Method of Measurement

This item shall be measured in square meters for areas actually rendered with membrane
waterproofing and number of packages for integrally waterproofing and number of packages for
integrally waterproofed areas accepted to the satisfaction of the Engineer.

1016.5 Basis of Payment

The accepted quantities, measured as prescribed in section 1017.4 shall be paid for at the Contract
unit price for integral and membrane waterproofing work which price and payment shall be full
compensation for furnishing and applying integral and membrane waterproofing materials including the
use of equipment and tools, labor and incidentals necessary to complete the work.

Payment Item Description Unit of

Number Measurement

1016 (a) Cement-base waterproofing m²

1016 (b) Liquid Waterproofing m²
1016 (c) Built-up and Preformed m²
Membrane

ITEM 1003 – CARPENTRY AND JOINERY WORKS

1003.1 Description

The work under this item shall consist of furnishing all required materials, fabricated woodwork,
tools, equipment and labor and performing all operations necessary of the satisfactory completion of all
carpentry and joinery works in strict accord with applicable drawings, details and these Specifications.

1003.2 Material Requirements

1003.2.1 Lumber
Limber of the different species herein specified for the various parts of the structure shall be well
seasoned sawn straight, sundried or kilndried and free from defects such as loose unsound knots, pitch
pockets, sapwood, cracks and other imperfections impariring its strength, durability and appearance.

1003.2.1.1 Grades of Lumber and Usage

 a. Stress grade is seasoned, close-grained and high quality lumber of the specified specie free from
defects and suitable or sustaining heavy loads.
Stress grade lumber shall be used for wooden structural members subject to heavy loads, and for
sub-floor framing embedded or in contact with concrete or masonry.
b. Select grade lumber of the specified specie is generally of high quality, of good appearance,
without imperfections, and suitable for use without waster due to defects and suitable also for
natural finish.
Select grade lumber shall be used for flooring, sidings, facial and base boards, trims, mouldings,
millwork, railings, stairs, cabinet work, shelvings, doors, window and frames of openings.
c. Common grade lumber has minimum tight medium knot not larger than 25 mm in diameter, with
minimal imperfections, without sapwood, without decay, insect holes, and suitable for use with
some waste due to minor defects and suitable also for paint finish. Common grade lumber shall
be used for light framework for wall partitions, ceiling joist and nailers.

Common grade lumber shall be used for light framework for wall partitions. Ceiling joist and nailers.

1003.2.1.2 Lumber Species and Usage

Unless otherwise specified on the Plans, the following lumber species shall be used as indicated:

a. Yacal (stress grade) for structural member such as post, girders, girts, sleepers door and
window frames set or in contact with concrete or masonry.
b. Guijo (select grade) for door and window frames set in wooden framework, for stairs, for roof
framing supporting ceramic or cement tiles, for floor joist and other wooden structural parts.
c. Apitong (common grade) for roof framing supporting light roofing materials such as
galvanized iron, aluminum or asbestos sheets, for wall framing, ceiling joist, hanger and
nailers.
d. Tanguile (select grade) for doors and windows, facia and base boards, trims, mouldings,
millwork, railings, stairs, cabinet, work, shelvings, flooring and siding.
e. Narra (select grade) for stair railings, flooring boards, wall panels, base boards, trims,
mouldings, cabinet work, millwork, doors and windows when indicated as such in the Plans.
f. Dao (select grade) for parts of the structure as enumerated under Section 1003.2.1.2 (e),
when indicated as such on the Plans.

1003.2.1.3 Moisture Content

Rough lumber for framing and siding boards shall be air-dried or sun-dried such that its moisture
content shall not exceed 22 percent. Dressed lumber for exterior and interior finishing, for doors and
windows, millwork, cabinet work and flooring boards shall be kiln-dried and shall not have a moisture
content in excess of 14 percent at the time of installation in the structure.

1003.2.1.4 Substitution in Lumber Specie

Any lumber equally qood for the purpose intended may be substituted for the specified kind
subject to the prior approval of the Engineer, provided the substitution shall be of an equal or better
specie acceptable to the Engineer. In case of substitution with a better specie, no additional cost therefore
shall be allowed to the contractor.

1003.2.2 Plyboard
Plyboard shall be good grade and made of laminated wood strips of uniform width and thickness
bounded together with water resistant resin glue. The laminated core shall be finished both faces with
select grade tanguile or red lauan veneers not less than to 2 mm thick similarly bonded to the core. The
plyboard of not less than 19 mm thick shall be free from defects such a split in veneer, buckling or warping.

1003.2.3 Plywood
Plywood shall conform to the requirements of the Philippine Trade Standards 631-02. Thickness
of a single layer laminae shall not be less than 2 mm. The laminae shall be superimposed in layers with
grains crossing at right angles in successive layers to produce stiffness. The face veneers shall be rotary
cut from select grade timber. The laminae and face veneers shall be bonded with water resistant resin
glue, hot pressed and pressure treated. Ordinary tanguile or red lauan plywood with good quality face
veneers, 6 mm thick shall be used for double walling and ceiling not exposed to moisture; waterproof or
marine plywood shall be used for ceiling exposed to moisture such as at toilets and eaves, and ceiling to
be finished with acrytex.

1003.2.4 Lawanit
Lawanit, when required per plans, shall be 6 mm thick, tempered or oil impregnated for
moisture/water resistance. Texture of lawanit shall be subject to the approval of the Engineer.

1003.2.5 Materials Other Than Lumber

1003.2.5.1 Plastic Sheet

When required for counter top, plastic sheet such as Formica shall not be less than 1.50 mm thick
and shall have hard, durable and glossy surface resistant to stain, abrasion and heat. Color and design
shall be as selected from the manufacturer’s standard and approved by the Engineer.

1003.2.5.2 Glue
Glue shall be from water resistant resins which, upon hardening, shall not dissolve nor lose its
bond or holding power even when soaked with water for extended period.
Glue in powder form be in sealed container and shall be without evidence of lumping or
deterioration in quality.

1003.2.5.3 Fasteners
Nails, screw, bolts and straps shall be provided and used where suitable for fixing carpentry and
joinery works. All fasteners shall be brand new and of adequate size to ensure rigidity of connections.

a. Nails of adequate size shall be steel wire, diamond-pointed, ribbed shank and bright finish.
b. Screws of adequate size shall be cadnium or brass plated steel with slotted head.
c. Lag screws of adequate size, for anchoring heavy timber framing in concrete or masonry, shall be
galvanized steel.
d. Bolts and nuts shall be of steel having a yield point of not less than 245 MPa. Bolts shall have
square heads and provided with standard flat steel washers and hexagonal nuts. Threads shall
conform to American coarse thread series. The threaded portion shall be long enough such that
the nut can be tightened against the bolted members without any need for blocking. The bolt’s
threaded end shall be finished smooth for ease of engaging and turning of the nut.
e. Wrought iron straps or angles, when required in conjunction with bolts or lag screws to provide
proper anchorage, shall be of the shape and size shown on the Plans.

1003.3 Construction Requirements

1003.3.1 Quality of Materials
All materials to be incorporated in the carpentry and joinery works shall be of the quality specified
under Section 2. Before incorporation in work, all materials shall have been inspected/accepted by the
Engineer or his authorized representative.

1003.3.2 Storage and Protection of Materials

Lumber and other materials shall be protected from dampness during and after delivery at the
site. Materials shall be delivered well in advance of actual need and in adequate quantity to preclude
delay in the work. Lumber shall be piled in orderly stack at least 150 mm above ground and at sheltered
place where it will be of least obstruction to the work.

1003.3.3 Shop Drawings

Shop drawings complete with essential dimensions and details of construction, as may be
required by the Engineer in connection with carpentry and joinery work, shall be submitted for approval
before proceeding with the work.

1003.3.4 Rough Carpentry

Rough carpentry covers timber structural framing for roof, flooring, siding, partition and ceiling.

a. Framing shall be stress grade or common grade lumber of the specie specified under Section.
b. Rough carpentry shall be done true to lines, levels and dimensions. It shall be squared, aligned,
plumbed and well fitted at joints.
c. Trusses and other roof framing shall be assembled, fitted and set to exact location and slope
indicated on the Plans.
d. Fasteners, connectors and anchors of appropriate type and number shall be provided and fitted
where necessary.
e. Structural members shall not be cut, bored or notched for the passage of conduits or piped
without prior approval of the Engineer. Members damaged by such cutting or boring shall be
reinforced by means of specifically formed and approved steel plates or shapes, otherwise,
damaged structural members shall be removed and replaced to the satisfaction of the Engineer.
f. Timber framing in contact with concrete or masonry shall be treated with termite-proofing
solution and after drying coated with bituminous paint.

1003.3.5 Finished Carpentry

Finished carpentry covers works on flooring, siding and ceiling boards, stairs, cabinets, fabricated
woodwork, millwork and trims.

a. Framing lumber shall be select grade, free from defects and where exposed in finished work, shall
be selected for color and grain.
b. Joints of framing shall be tenoned, mortised or doweled where suitable, closely fitted and secured
with water resistant resins glue. Exterior joints shall be mitered and interior angles coped.
c. Panels shall be fitted allow for contraction or expansion and insure that the panels remain in place
without warping, splitting and opening of joints.
d. Plyboard shall be as specified under Section 1003.2.3 unless otherwise indicated on the Plans.
e. Plywood shall be specified under Section 1003.2.4.
f. Exposed edges of plywood or plywood for cabinets shall be provided with select grade hardwood
strips, rabbetted as necessary, glued in place and secured with finishing nails. To prevent splitting,
hardwood for trims shall be drilled before fastening with nails or screws.
 g. Fabricated woodwork shall be done preferably at the shop. It shall be done true to details and
profiles indicated on the Plans.
Where set against concrete or masonry, woodwork shall be installed when curing is completed.
h. Exposed wood surfaces shall be free from disfiguring defects such as raised grains, stains, uneven
planning, sanding, tool marks and scratches.
Exposed surfaces shall be machine or hand sanded to an even smooth surface, ready for finish.

ITEM 1004 – HARDWARE

1004.1 Description

This item shall consist of furnishing and installing all building hardware required to: (1) ensure rigidity
of joints/connections of the different parts of the structure; and (2) equip in satisfactory operating
condition parts of the structure such as doors, windows, cabinets, lockers, drawers and other similar
operating parts as indicated on the plans and in accordance with this specifications.

1004.2 Material Requirements

1004.2.1 Rough Hardware

All rough hardware such as nails, screws, lag screws, bolts and other related fasteners required for
carpentry work shall be first class quality and locally available.

1004.2.2 Finishing Hardware

All finishing hardware consisting of locksets, latches, bolts and other devices, door closers, knobs,
handles, hinges and other similar hardware shall be first class quality available locally and conforming with
the following specifications.

1004.2.2.1 Door Locksets

Door locks appropriate for particular functions shall be of durable construction, preferably the
product of single reputable manufacturer for consistent quality and master keying.

1004.2.2.1.1 Cylindrical lockset for swing wood door shall of sturdy construction and knob design. The
cylindrical case shall be made of steel, zinc coated and dichromate dip. The knobs, latch, strike and pin
tumbler assembly shall be cast brass or bronze. The spring and spindle shall be steel, zinc coated. The pins
and the keys shall be nickel-silver. The latch, with a maximum throw of 16mm, shall be retracted by knob
from either side except when the outside knob is locked by key in the outside knob or by the turn/push
button on the inside knob.

1004.2.2.1.2 Mortise lock for swing door shall have cast bronze latch bolt with steel compression spring,
cast bronze dead bolt with hardened steel inserts, wrought bronze or brass knobs heavy gauge and cold
formed steel operations levers. The pin tumbler cylindrical assembly shall be cast bronze or brass and
fitted with 5 spring pressed nickel silver pins. Mortise lock used in conjunction with fire exit bolts shall
have armored fronts.

1004.2.2.1.3 Unit of monolock for swing door shall be factory assembled in one piece, with knobs and
escutcheons attached, ready for installation. All parts of unit lock shall be non-ferrous metal. Frame shall
be one piece cast bronze or extruded brass, front shall be flat for door 35 mm thick and beveled for door
45 mm thick, and latch bolt shall be pivoted swing type with minimum 26 mm throw. Cylinder shall be
extruded brass with 5 spring-pressed pins and keys shall be nickel silver.

1004.2.2.1.4 Dead lock for sliding door shall be mortise or surface mounted type to suit particular
application.

1004.2.2.1.4.1 Mortise type dead lock shall have cast bronze case, front latch bolts, strike and cylinder.
Operation of dead bolt shall be by drop handles from either side. When locked by key from outside, or
thumb knob from inside, drop handle will not operate the dead bolt.

1004.2.2.1.4.2 Surface type deadlock shall have cast bronze case, strike and cylinder. Interlocking vertical
bolt shall be hardened steel operated by key from outside and thumb turn from inside. Strike shall be
angle type.

1004.2.2.1.5 Deadlock for swinging door shall be tubular design with mechanism made of heavy gauge
cold-rolled steel, zinc coated and dischromated. Dead bolt, strike and pin tumbler cylinder shall be bronze.
Dead bolt, with at least 25 mm throw, shall be operated by key from outside and by thumb from inside.

1004.2.2.1.6 Lock for door of emergency/fire exit (panic hardware) shall be cast bronze or brass and heavy
duty locking device coupled with a horizontal crossbar. Latch shall be operated by key from outside and
by crossbar from inside. Locking device shall be surface or mortise type suitable for a particular
application. Inactive leaf of double doors or emergency/fire exit shall be fitted with vertical rod actuated
by crossbars, such vertical rod providing two point locking, bottom and overhead.

1004.2.2.1.7 Lock for drawers and cabinets shall be bronze or brass with latch operated by key through a
pin-tumbler cylinder 22 mm in diameter. Back plate of the lock shall be provided with four screw holes for
mounting.

1004.2.2.1.8 Hasplock, when required as indicated on the Plans shall be hinge hasp with integral padlock.
The hinge has shall be zinc coated wrought steel, 47.5 mm in width and 100 mm in length when closed.
The integral padlock shall be pin tumbler type with solid or laminated zinc-coated wrought steel case with
hardened steel shackled securely attached to the draw bolt.

1004.2.2.2 Door Closers

a. All door closer shall be cast bronze provided with a key valve or cap valve for making necessary
adjustment.
b. The following table shall serve as guide in determining door closer sizes:

Door Maximum Width Size of Closer

0.76 m Size 2
0.90 m Size 3
1.07 m Size 4
1.20 m Size 5
1.37 m Size 6

Use larger size where unusual conditions exist.

1004.2.2.3 Hinge
Hinge unless otherwise indicated on the Plans shall be brass coated wrought iron steel for interior
doors and wrought bronze for exterior doors with non-rising loose steel pins with button tips and
mounting screws of the same materials.

1004.2.2.4 Sliding Door Hardware

Sliding door hardware shall be four-wheel ball bearing trolley overhead track. Track is of rolled
steel formed steel or extruded aluminum. Bearing is of plain steel balls or steel rollers. Wheels to be steel,
brass, rubber or plastic as the case maybe.

1004.2.2.5 Miscellaneous Hardware.

1004.2.2.5.1 Flush Bolt

Flush/extension flush type bolt shall be made of stainless steel with proper length suitable to the
door specified.

1004.2.2.5.2 Barrel bolts shall be of wrought steel brass coated with an attachment of at least 4-screws.

1004.2.2.5.3 Door Pull and Push Plate

Door pull and push plate shall be made of stainless steel with concealed attachments.

1004.2.2.5.4 Hook, Bumper and Silencer

Hook, bumper and silencer shall be made of extruded brass or bronze, dull chrome finish with at
least 2 screw attachments.

1004.2.2.5.5 Furnitures and Cabinets Hardware

Furniture and cabinet hardware line piano hinge, invisible hinge, floor pivot hinge, cabinet door
catche, shall be made from extruded brass or bronze with dull chrome finish, of sizes and type suited for
use.

1004.2.2.5.6 Push Plate

Push plate for metal door shall be made of stainless steel with concealed attachments.

1004.3 Construction Requirements

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1004.3.1 Submittals:
The Contractor shall submit all necessary information to the Engineering prior to placing of order.
1004.3.1.1 Manufacturers data such as catalog for every hardware item to be furnish, showing all
finishes , sizes, catalog numbers and pictures, with all abbreviations fully explained shall explained
shall be submitted as general information and reference.

1004.3.1.2 Hardware templates for lubricated doors and windows shall be furnished to each
fabricator to confirm that adequate provision will be done for proper installation of the hardware.

1001.3.1.3 Operations and maintenance data shall be provided and submitted to the
Owner/DPWH showing all the hardware component part lists and maintenance instructions for
each type supplied including the necessary wrenches of tools required.
1004.3.2 Packaging and Marking

1004.3.2.1 Each article shall be individually packaged in the manufactures commercial

carton/container properly marked or labeled so as to be readily identified and delivered to the
project site in the original manufacturers container/package.

1004.3.2.2 All hardware shall be provided with fasteners necessary for the installation packed in
the same containers with the Hardware.

1004.3.3 Storage and Protection

Hardware should be properly stored in a dry and secured place. It shall be protected from
damage at all times prior to and after installation.

1004.3.3 Installation and Protection

a. All hardware shall be installed in a neat workmanship manner following the

manufacturers instruction manual to fit details as indicated on plans.
b. Except as indicated or specified otherwise, fasteners fumished with the hardware shall be
used to fasten hardware in place.
c. After installation works are completed the hardware shall be protected from paints
,stains, blemishes and other damage until the work are properly turned over and accepted.
d. All hardware shall be properly checked and adjusted in the presence of the engineer and
all hinges, locks, catches, bolts, pulls, closers and other miscellaneous items shall be operate
properly.
e. After hardware are properly checked and adjusted keys shall be properly identified with
key tags and turned over the engineer.

1004.3.5 Keying
Locks shall be keyed in sets and subsets. Where locks are required by the owner to be keyed
alike in one system fumish a total of 4 keys for each set.

1004.4 Method of Measurement

All hardware actually installed shall be measured and determined by number of pieces or
units ready for service as provided in the Bill of Quantities accepted to the satisfaction of the
engineer.

1004.5 Basis of Payment

The items measured and determined as provided in subsection
1004.4 shall be paid for at the unit bid price which payment: constitute full compensation of
materials, labor and incidentals necessary to complete this item.

Payment shall be made under.

Pay item Description Unit of

Number Measurement
 1004.2.1 Rough Hardware pcs/kilo

1004.2.2 Finishing Hardware pcs/set

Item 1006 – STEEL DOORS AND FRAMES

1006.1 DESCRIPTION
This item consist of furnishing and installing all fabricated steel doors and frames
equipped with fixing accessories and locking device in accordance with plans and/or shop
drawings as herein specified.

1006.2 MATERIAL REQUIREMENTS

All door cladding plates or panels shall be formed from gauge 20 cold-rolled, prime quality
steel. The materials use shall conform with the specification requirements of ASTM-A505.

1006.2.1 TUBULAR DOOR (CASEMENT/SLIDING)

a. Hollow steel doors shall be custom built of size and details are indicated on the Plans
and/or shop drawing. Claddings of doors shall be flush or louver type. Doors shall be 44mm thick,
side hinged or overhead hung. as called for on the plans.

b. Flush doors shall be constructed from two outer steel sheets not lighter than gauge 20,
with edged welded and finished flush. The outer faced sheets shall be reinforced with gauge 24
vertical channels or inter locking zee members. Sound insulation fillers of cork fiberboard mineral
wool board asbestos shall be placed full height in spaces between reinforcing channels. Doors
shall be smooth flush surfaces without any visible joints or seams on exposed faces or stile edges
except around glazed or louvered around pane inserts. Top and bottom frames of doors shall have
continuous reinforcing channels welded to face sheets. The channels on exterior doors shall be
inverted type not lighter than gauge 16, constructed to form weather seals. Glazed opening shall
be provided where indicated and molding around glazed opening shall not be lighter than gauge
20 metal.

1006.2.2 Grille doors shall be of flat, square or around bars (wrought irons) as indicated on the
plans framed on galvanized black iron piped flat wrought iron bars, of the design shown on Plans.

1006.2.3 Tubular steel frames shall be machine pressed true to details, to size and shape as shown
on the Plans and shall have full welded unit or knockdown field assembled type construction at
corners and other joints.

1006.2.4 Steel Louvers

Louvers shall be machine pressed conforming to type size and design indicated on the
Plans with removable louver pane formed to fit the metal subframe of openings. The steel sheets
shall meet the requirement of ASTM 505, rivets of ASTM B 316, screws, bolts, nuts and washers
of ASTM B 211.
1006.2.5 Anchors and Fasteners
Anchors shall be steel, zinc coated or coated or painted with rust inhibitive paint, of sizes,
shape, and design per manufacturer’s standards. Floor anchors shall not be lighter than gauge 18,
with exception of jamb anchors for installing door frames in metal latch and plaster assemblies
which shall be minimum of gauge 16 and shall not extend no more than 20 mm out of the back of
the jamb.

1006.3 Construction Requirements

1006.3.1 Fabrication
Comer joints of frames shall be mitered and welded conforming to manufacturer’s
standard manual for metal doors. All contact edges be closed tight. Welds on exposed surface
shall be ground smooth and shall be neat in appearance.
Joints for knock-down type frame corners shall be designed for simple field assembly of
header to jamb members by concealed tenon, splice plates, or other type concealed in
interlocking joint that will produce square and rigid corners. Joints shall be securely locked in place
during erection and the alignment of adjoining members shall be maintained. All bolted
connections shall be provided with lock units.

1006.3.2 Shop Finish

a. Hot or Cold Phosphate Surface Treatment

All steel doors, frames and louvers shall be cleaned thoroughly, phosphate-treated to
assure maximum paint adherence and prime finish, in accordance with the following operations:

1. After fabrication, grease and dirt shall be removed by a hot alkali solution and rinsed
with hot water.
2. After cleaning, all parts shall be immersed in hot or cold phosphate solution and rinsed
with a diluted solution or chronic acid.
3. After drying under controlled temperature, one coat of shop primer shall be applied by
dipping type especially developed for materials treated with phosphates.
The cleaning, phosphating, dipping or spraying of shop primer and even drying shall be
done on a continuous operation in the factory.

1006.3.3 Installation
Steel doors, frames and louvers shall be set plumb and true in openings. The joint
between frame and masonry shall be carefully caulked. Contacts between door/frame and
adjacent steel shall be sealed with mastic.

1006.3.4 Wall Anchors

A minimum of three anchors shall be provided for each jamb. Anchors shall be located
opposite the top and bottom hinges and midway between top and bottom anchors.
Anchors for fastening frames to masonry shall be adjustable, corrugated and perforated
and shall not extend not less than 20 mm into masonry.
 Anchors for fastening to metal or wood stud partitions shall be welded to metal or nailed
to wood studs respectively.
Anchors for fastening frames to previously placed concrete or masonry shall be secured
to existing construction with expansion bolts. Frames shall be fastened securely with anchors.
Anchors for fastening frames to partitions of plaster on metal lathe shall be secured firmly
to back of frames shall that shall receive the latch. Adjustable strut anchors shall be provided on
each side of frame for fastening to the structural members of the partition and of the ceiling
framing above. The size and type of strut shall be as recommended by the metal door
manufacturer.

1006.3.5 Floor Anchors

Floor anchors shall be provided at the bottom of each jamb member, anchors shall be
fixed/adjustable and drilled for 10 mm diameter anchor bolts.
Where floor fill occurs, the bottom of frames shall terminate at the indicated finished
floor levels and shall be supported by adjustable extension clips resting on and anchored to the
structural slab.

1006.3.6 Hardware
Side bronze butts for side hung doors, overhead pocket hardware for track and roller
types and locksets shall be suitable for the service required and subject to the approval of the
Engineer and as of provided in Item 1004, Hardware.

1006.4 Method of Measurement

Steel doors, frames, louvers, accessories and hardwares shall be measured In square
meters/ per set as shown in the Plans. A set shall consist of metal door, jambs, anchors and
hardware except locksets.

1006.5 Basic of Payment

The area in m² for every hollow steel door, grille door and steel louver installed ready for
service shall be the basis of payment based on the unit bid or contract unit price.

Payment will be made under:

Pay Item Number Description Unit of measurement

1006 (a) Hollow Steel Door m²/set

1006 (b) Flush Door m²/set
1006 (c) Grille Door m²/set
1006 (d) Steel Louver Door m²/set

ITEM 1017 – ROOF DRAINS WITH STRAINERS

1017.1 Description

This item shall consist of furnishing all items, articles, plant, equipment, labor and materials and
performing all methods necessary or required for the complete installation of all roof drains with
strainers in accordance with all applicable drawings as shown on the approved Plans.

1017.2 Material Requirements

The roof drains with strainers specified herein shall be from the “JOSAM” catalog of the JOSAM
Manufacturing Company, Michigan City, Indiana, notwithstanding what are shown on the Plans. The
series and type number herein designate the quality and style, design and operation material and finish
of drains desired. Any drain with strainer of approved equivalent locally made may be substituted
subject to the approval of the Engineer. Equivalent materials, if locally available will be acceptable.
Should the series and type numbers specified herein be not suitable to a particular location due to
concrete space limitation, an adequation of the series specified of the same size, body materials and
finish may be substituted subject to the approval of the Engineer.

1017.3 Construction Requirements

The contractor shall provide, fit and install all necessary drains with strainers where so shown or
indicated on the Pans, and/or where the Engineer directs. Each drain with strainer shall fit well without
leaks into the corresponding downspout or conductor over which it is to be installed and in accordance
with the following schedule.

Roof Eaves and Gutter

Where so indicated on the Plan, “JOSAM” series 4820-BF, type 4823-BP, cast iron lacquer finish,
roof drain with round flange, cast iron rough brass high dome secured to lamping ring by screws, 4-inch
deep body (for locally made, 6-inch deep body) with bottom outlet; for “side outlet” “JOSAM” series
4870-BP, type 4873-BP, series 4863-BP.
Any other roof drain shown on the Plans not specified herein or neither shown on the Plans, but
necessary to leave the work complete, shall be provided and fitted by the contractor suitable to the
service required and fitted to the concrete limitations at the point of installation, based on or similar to
those specified herein.

1017.4 Method of Measurement

All roof drains with strainers actually installed shal be measured and deermind by the number of
pieces or unit ready for services as provided in the Bill of Quantities accepted to the satisfaction of the
Engineer.

1017.5 Basis of Payment

The items measured and determined as provided in subsection 1017.4 shall be paid for at the unit
bid price which payment constitute full compensation of materials, labor and incidentals necessary to
complete this item.

Payment Item Description Unit of

Number Measurement

1017 Roof drains with strainers pcs/set

ITEM 1018 – CERAMIC TILES

1018.1 Description

This item shall consist of furnishing all ceramic tiles and cementitious materials, tools, and
equipment including labor required in udertaking the proper installation of walls and floor tiles as shown
on the Plans and in accordance with this specification.

1018.2 Material Requirements

1018.2.1 Ceramic tiles and trims shall be made of clay, or a mixture of clay and other materials which is
called the body of the tile. Tile bodies are classified by ASTM C 242 as to their degree of water
absorption. Ceramic tiles and trims are manufactured either by dust-pressed process in which the clays
are ground to dust mixed with a minimum of water shape in steel dies and then fired or by plastic
process in which the clays are made plastic by mixing with water, shape by extrusion or in molds and
then fired.

1018.2.1.1 Glazed Tiles and Trims

Glazed tiles and trims shall have an impervious face of ceramic materials fused onto the body of te
tiles and trims. The glazed surface may be clear white or colored depending on the color scheme
approved by the Engineer. Standard glazes may be bright (glossy) semimatte (less glossy) matte (dull) or
crystalline (mottled and texture: good resistance to abrasion). Glazed tiles are used principally for walls;
crystalline glazed tiles may be used for floors provided however that these are used as lightduty floors.

1018.2.1.2 unglazed Tiles

Unglazed tiles shall be hard dense tile of homogeneous composition. Its clor and characteristics are
determined by the materials used in the body, the method of manufacture and the thermal treatment.
It is used primarily for floors and walks.

1018.2.1.3 Trims
Trims are manufactured to match wall tile color, texture and to coordinate with it in dimension.
These are shaped in various ceramic trims units such as caps, bases, coves, bullnoses, corners, angles,
etc. That are necessary for edging or making a transition between entersecting planes.

1018.2.1.4 Accessories
Accessories like some soap holders and shall be made wall mounted type with colors to reconcile
with the color of the adjacent wall tiles.

1018.2.1.5 Cement
Cement shall be portland conforming to the specification requirements defined in item 700,
Hydraulic Cement

1018.2.1.6 sand
 Sand shall be well graded fine aggregate clean river sand, free from soluble salts and organic
impurities.

1018.2.1.7 Lime
Lime shall be hydrated lime with free unhydrated oxide and magnesium oxide content not to exced
8 percent by weight.

1018.3 Construction Requirements

Tile work shall not be started until roughing-ins for plumbing, electrical and other trades have been
completed and tested. The work of all other trades shall be protected from damage.

1018.3.1 Surface Preparation

a) Mortar mix for scratch coat and setting bed shall consist of one part portland cement ¼ partlime and
3 parts sand by volume. Surface to received tile must be level, true to elevation, dry, free from dirt, oil
and other oinments. Allow at least seven days curing of scratch coat and setting bed.
Installation work shall not be allowed to proceed until unsatisfactory conditions are corrected.
b) Bond coat shall be portland cement paste.

1018.3.1.1 Thoroughly dampen surfaces of masonry or concrete walls before scratch coat is applied.

1018.3.1.2 On masonry or concrete surface first apply a thin coat with pressure, then bring it out
sufficiently to compensate for the major irregularities of the surface to a thickness not less than 10 mm
at any point.

1018.3.1.3 Evenly rate scratch coat to provide good mechanical key before the mortar mix has fully
hardened.

1018.3.2 Installation Procedure

Ceramic tiles shall be soaked in clean water prior to installation for a minimum of one hour.

1018.3.2.1 Ceramic Glazed Wall Tiles

a) Determined and mark layout of ceramic tiles, joint location, position of trims and fixtures so as to
minimize cut less than one half tile in size.
b) Thoroughly dampen surface of wall but do not saturate surface.
c) Apply a bond coat mix with consistency of cream paste 1.5 mm thick to the wall surface or to the back
of the tile to be laid.
d) Lay the tiles true to profile then exert pressure and tamp tile surface before the bond coat mix has
initially set.
e) Continue with the next full tile to be laid and pressed firmly upon the setting bed tamped not flush
and in place of the other tiles.
f) Intersections and returns shall be form accurately using the appropriate trims.
g) All lines shall be kept straight and true to profiles, plumbed and internal corners rounded using the
appropriate trims.
1018.3.2.2 Vitrified Unglazed Floor Tiles

a) Before tire is applied the floor surface shall be tested for levelness or uniformity of slope by flooding it
with water. Area where water ponds are filled or leveled, shall be retested before the setting bed is
applied.
b) Establish lines or borders and center of the walls at the filled work in both direction to permit the
pattern to be laid with a minimum of cut tiles.
c) Clean concrete subfloor then moisten but do not soak. Then sprinkle dry cement over the surface and
spread the mortar on the setting bed.
d) Apply and spread mortar mix for setting bed and tamp to assure good bond over the entire area to be
laid with tile.
e) Pitch floor to drain as shown on Plans o as directed by the Engineer.
f) Allow the setting bed to set sufficiently to be worked over then spread a bond coat over the surface
and lay tile in accordance with items 1019.3.2.1 a, b, c d, e, f, g.

1018.3.3 Grouting and Pointing

1018.3.3.1 Tiles shall have laid in place for at least 24 hours before grouting of the joints is started.
Grouting mortar shall be white Portland cement of blended with pigments to acquire the color
appropriate for the ceramic tile.

1018.3.4 Cleaning

a) Clean ceramic tile surfaces thoroughly as possible upon completion of grouting.

b) Remove all grout haze, observing tile manufacturers recommendations as to use of acid or chemical
cleaners.
c) Rinse tile thoroughly with clean water before and after using chemical cleaners.
d) Polish surface of tile with soft cloth.

1018.3.5 Protection from Construction Dirt

a) Apply a protective coat of neutral cleanser solution diluted with water in proportion of 1:4 or 1 liter
cleanser concentrate to 1 gallon water.
b) In addition, cover tile flooring with heavy-duty non-staining construction paper, taped in place.
c) Just before final acceptance of the work removed paper and rinse protective coat of neutral cleaner
from tile surface. Do not let protective paper get torn and removed.

1018.4 Method of Measurement

All works performed under this item shall be measured in square meters per areas actually laid
with ceramic tiles and accepted to the satisfaction of the Engineer.

1018.5 Basis of Payment

Ceramic tile work determined and provided in the Bill of Bill of Quantities shall be paid for based at
the unit bid price which price and payment constitute full compensation for furnishing all materials,
tools, equipment and other incidentals necessary to complete this item.

Payment shall be made under:

 Payment Item Description Unit of
Number Measurement

1018.2.1.1 Glazed tiles and trims m²

1018.2.1.2 Unglazed tiles m²

ITEM 1021 – CEMENT FLOOR FINISH

1021.1 Description

This item shall consist of furnishing all materials, labor , tools and equipment in undertaking
cement floor finishing where shown on the Plans in accordance with this Specification.

1021.2. Material Requirements

Manufactured materials shall be delivered in the manufacturer’s original unbroken packages or
containers which are labeled plainly with the manufacturer’s name and trademark.

1021.2.1 Cement
Portland cement shall conform with the requirement of Item 700, Hydraulic Cement.

1021.2.2 Fine Aggregates

Fine aggregates shall be clean, washed, sharp river sand and free from dirt, clay, organic matter or
other deleterious substances. Sand derived from crushed gravel or stone may be used with the
Engineer’s approval but In no case shall such sand be derived from stone unsuitable for use as coarse
aggregate.

1021.2.3 Coloring Material

The coloring material shall be red or green oxide powder of the quality capable of achieving the
best staining power and homogeneity.

1021.2.4 Metallic floor Hardener (Premix)

Metallic floor hardener shall be mixture of oil-free specially graded clean iron particles, mineral
oxide pigment and Portland cement binder, premix according to the manufacturer’s instruction manual.

1020.2.5 Non-Metallic Floor Hardener

a) Powder type hardener shall be silica quartz aggregates, workability admixtures, mineral oxide
pigments and Portland cement mix according to the manufacturer’s instruction manual.
b) Epoxy type topping hardener shall be a combination of epoxy resins filled with hard and natural
emery or silica quartz aggregates, premixed according to the manufacturer’s instruction manual.

1021.3 Construction Requirements

1021.3.1 Mixture
Concrete topping materials shall be measured accurately in accordance with the following:
a) Mortar topping shall be one (1) part Portland cement and three (3) parts fine aggregates by loose
volume.
b) Finish topping shall be pure Portland cement properly graded conforming to the requirements of Item
700, Hydraulic Cement, mixed with water to approved consistency and plasticity. Where required to be
colored cement floor finish, red or green oxide powder shall be premixed with Portland cement
complying with finish topping requirements and the desired color intensity. Cement floor finish floor
hardener shall be premixed as required and applied in accordance with the manufacturer’s instruction
manual.

1021.3.2 Preparation of Concrete Surface

Surface to receive mortar concrete topping shall be cleaned of all projections, dust, loose particles
and other foreign matters.
Finish elevation shall be established over the areas indicated on the Plans.

1021.3.3 Application
Before any mortar concrete topping is applied, the prepared concrete base surface shall first be
wetted and grouted wit Portland cement.

a) Mortar topping of the thickness specified on the Plans, shall be spread over the prepared concrete
base and shall be float finish using wood hand trowel. Batches of mortar topping shall be emplaced
within one hour of nixing thereof.
b) As soon as the water sheen disappeared the surface shall be lightly scratch with a stiff bristle broom.
c) The finish topping mixture whether plain, colored, or with floor hardener shall be spread over the
lightly scratched surface before final set taken place and hand troweled to produce a smooth surface.
d) The finish surface shall be free of trowel marks, have uniform texture and true to a plane within an
allowable tolerance of 3 mm in 3.0 meters.

1021.3.4 Protection of Finished Surface

Cement floor finished surface shall be covered with burlap or appropriate covering to avoid
injurious action by sun, rain, flowing water and mechanical injury.

1021.3.5 Workmanship
Cement floor shall be finished level and true to finish elevation as shown on the Plans Finish
topping shall have no visible junction marks where one (1) day work adjoins the other. V-cut groove
lines shall be provided where shown on the Plans or as directed by the Engineer.

1021.4 Method of Measurement

All cement floor finish shall be measured in square meters or part thereof for work actually
completed and accepted.

1021.5 Basis of Payment

The work actually completed and accepted as measured in square meters shall be paid at the unit
price or contract price which price constitute compensation including labor, materials, tools and
incidentals necessary to complete this Item.

Payment shall be made under:

 Payment Item Description Unit of
Number Measurement

1021 (a) plain cement floor finish m²

1021 (b) Colored cement floor finish m²
1021 (c) Cement floor finish with m²
Floor hardener

ITEM 1032 – PAINTING, VARNISHING AND OTHER RELATED WORKS

1032.1 Description
This item shall consist of furnishing all paint materials, varnish and other related products, labor,
tools, equipment and plant required in undertaking the proper application of painting, varnishing and
related works indicated on the Plans and in accordance with this Specification.

1032.2 Material Requirements

1032.2.1 Paint Materials

All types of paint material, varnish and other related product shall be subject to random test as
to material composition by the Bureau of Research and Standard, DPWH or the National Institute of
Science and Technology. (Use the following approved and tested brand name: Boysen, Davies, Dutch
Boy, Fuller O Brien, or any approved equal).

1032.2.2 Tinting Colors

Tinting colors shall be first grade quality pigment ground in alkyd resin that disperses and mixes
easily with paint to produced the color designed. Use the same brand of paint and tinting color to effect
good paint body.

1032.2.3 Concrete Neutralizer

Concrete neutralizer shall be first grade quality concentrate diluted with clean water and
applied as surface conditioner of new interior and exterior walls thus improving paint adhesion and
durability.

1032.2.4 Silicon Water Repellant

Silicon water repellant shall be transparent water shield especially formulated to repel rain and
moisture on exterior masonry surfaces.

1032.2.5 Patching Compound

Patching compound shall be fine powder type material like calcimine that can be mixed into
putty consistency, with oil base primers and paints to fill minor surface dents and imperfections.

1033.2.6 Varnish
Varnish shall be a homogeneous solution of resin, drying oil, drier and solvent. It shall be
extremely durable clear coating, highly resistant to wear and tear without cracking, peeling whitening,
spotting, etc. with minimum loss of gloss for a maximum period of time.
1032.2.7 Lacquer
Lacquer shall be any type of organic coating that dries rapidly ad solely by evaporation of the
solvent. Typical solvent are acetates, alcohols and ketones. Although lacquers were generally based on
the intrecellulose , manufactures currently use, vinyl resins: plasticizers and reacted drying oils to
improve adhesion and elasticity.

1032.2.B Shellac
Shellac shall be a solution of refined lac resin in denatured alcohol. It dries by evaporation of
the alcohol. The resin is generally furnished in orange and bleached grades.

1032.2.9 Sanding Sealer

Sanding sealer shall be quick drying lacquer, formulated to provide quick dry, good holdout of
succeeding coats and containing sanding agents such as zinc stearate to allow dry sanding of sealer.

1032.2.10 Glazing Putty

Glazing putty shall be alky-type product for filling minor surface unevenness.

1032.2.11 Natural Wood Paste Filler

Wood paste filler shall be quality filler for filling and sealing open grain of interior wood. It shall
produced a level finish for following coats of paint varnish/lacquer and other related products.

1032.2.12 Schedule

Exterior

a) Plain cement plastered finished to be painted - 3 coats Acrylic base masonry paint
b) Concrete exposed aggregate and/or tool finish - 1 cost water repellant
c) Ferrous metal - 1 coat primer and 2 coats enamel paint
d) Galvanized metal - 1 coat zinc chromate primer and 2 coats
Portland cement pain
e) Wood painted finish - 3 coats oil based paint
f) Wood varnished finish - varnished water repellant

Interior

a) Plain cement plastered finish to be painted - 2 coats acrylic base masonry paint
b) Concrete exposed aggregate and/or tool finish - clean surface
c) Ferrous metal - 1 coat primer and 2 coats enamel paint
d) Woodwork sea-mist - 3 coat of 3 parts thinner 1 part lacquer
e) Woodwork varnish - 1st ciat, of one part sanding sealer to one part
Solvent 2nd coat if 2/3 sanding sealer ti 1/3
solvent
f) Woodwork painted finish - 3 coats of oil base paint
g) Ceiling boards textured finish - 1 coat oil based paint allow to dry then patch
surfaces unevenness and apply textured paint
coat
1032.3 Construction Requirements

The Contractor prior to commencement of the painting, varnishing and related work shall
examine the surfaces to be applied in order not to jeopardize the quality and appearance of the painting
varnishing and related works.

1032.3.1 Surface Preparation

All surfaces shall be in proper condition to receive the finish Woodworks shall be hand-sanded
smooth and dusted clean. All knot-holes pitched pockets or sappy portions shall be sealed with natural
wood filler. Nail holes, cracks or defects shall be carefully puttied after the first coat, matching the color
of paint.
Interior woodworks shall be sandpapered between coats. Cracks, holes of imperfections in
plaster shall be filled with patching compound and smoothed off to match adjoining surfaces.
Concrete and masonry surfaces shall be coated with concrete neutralized allowed to dry before
any painting primer coat is applied. When surface is dried apply first coating. Hairline cracks and
unevenness shall be patched and sealed with approved putty or patching compound. After all defects
are corrected apply the finish coats as specified on the Plans ( color schemed approved).
Metal shall be clean, dry and free from mill scale and rust. Remove all grease and oil from
surfaces. Wash, unprimed galvanized metal with etching solution and allow it to dry. Where required to
prime coat surface with Red Lead Primer same shall be approved by the Engineer.

In addition the Contractor shall undertake the following

1. Voids, cracks, nick etc. will be repaired with proper patching material and finished flushed with
surrounding surfaces.
2. Marred or damaged shop coats on metal shall be spot primed with appropriate metal primer.
3. Painting and varnishing works shall not be commenced when it is too hot or cold.
4. Allow appropriate ventilation during application and drying period.
5. All hardware will be fitted and removed or protected prior to painting and varnishing works.

1032.3.2 Application
Paints when applied by brush shall become non fluid, thick enough to lay down as adequetew
film of wet paint.
Paints made for application by roller must be similar to brushing paint. It must be nonsticky
when thinned to spraying viscosity so that will break up easily into droplets.
Paint is atomized by high pressure pumping rather than broken up by the large volume of air
mixed with it. This procedure change the required properties of the paint .

1032.3.3 Mixing and Thinning

At the time of application paint shall show no sign of deterioration. Paint shall be thoroughly
stirred and kept at a uniform consistency during application. Paints of different manufacturer shall not
immediately prior to application in accordance with the manufacturer’s directions but not in excess of 1
pint of suitable thinner per gallon of the paint.

1032.3.4 Storage
 All materials to be used under this item shall be stored in a single placed to be designated by the
Engineer and such place shall be kept neat and clean at all time. Necessary precautions to avoid fire
must be observed by removing oily rag, waste, etc. at the end of daily work.

1032.3.5 Cleaning
All cloths and cotton waste which constitute the hazards shall be placed in metal containers of
destroyed at the end of daily works. Upon completion of the work, all staging scaffolding and paint
containers shall be removed. Paint drips, oil or stains on adjacent surfaces shall be removed and the
entire job left clean and acceptable to the Engineer.

1032.3.6 Workmanship in General

a) All paints shall be evenly applied. Coats shall e of proper consistency and well brushed out so as
to show a minimum of brush marks.
b) All coats shall be thoroughly dry before the succeeding coat is applied.

ITEM 1046(2)b – 150mm CHB 350 PSI (Class B, Including Reinforcing Steel)

ITEM 1046(2)a – 100mm CHB 350 PSI (Class B, Including Reinforcing Steel)

ITEM 1027 – CEMENT PLASTER FINISH

1027.1 Description

This Item shall consist of fumishing all cement plaster materials, labor, tools and equipment
required in undertaking cement plaster finish as shown on the Plans and in accordance with this
Specification.

1027.2 Materials Requirements

Manufactures materials shall be delivered in the manufacture’s original unbroken packages or
containers which are labeled plainly with the manufacture’s name trademark.

1027.2.1 Cement
Portland cement shall conform with the requirements as defined in Item 700, Hydraulic Cement.

1027.2.2 Hydrated Lime

Hydrated lime shall conform with the requirements as defined in Item 701, Hydraulic Lime.

1027.2.3 Fine Aggregates

Fine aggregates shall be clean, wash sharp river sand and free from dirt, clay, organic matter or
other deleterious substances. Sand derived crushed gravel or stone may be with the Engineer’s approval
but in no case shall such sand be derived from stone unsuitable for use as coarse aggregates.

1027.3 Construction Requirements

1027.3.1 Mixture
a) Mortar mixture for brown coat shall be freshly prepared and uniformly mix in the proportion by
volume of one part Portland Cement, three (3) sand and one fourth (1/4) part hydrated lime.
b) Finish coat shall be pure Portland Cement properly graded conforming to the requirements of Item
700, Hydraulic Cement and mix with water to approved consistency and plasticity.

1027.3.2 Surface Preparation

a) After removal of formworks reinforces concrete surfaces shall be roughened to improve adhesion of
cement plaster.
b) Surfaces to receive cement plaster shall be clean of all clean projections, dust, loose particles, grease
and bond breakers. Before any application of brown coat is commenced all surfaces that are to be
plastered shall be wetted thoroughly with water to produce a uniformly moist condition.

1027.3.3 Application

a) Brown coat mortar mix shall be applied with sufficient pressure starting from the lower portion of the
surface to fill the groove and to prevent air pockets in the reinforced concrete/masonry work and avoid
mortar mix dropping. The brown coat shall be lightly broomed /scratch before surface had properly set
and allowed to cure.
b) Finish coat shall not be applied until after the brown coat has seasoned for seven days and corrective
measures had been done by the Contractor on surfaces that are defective. Just before the application of
the finish coat, the brown coat surface shall be evenly moistened with potable water. Finish coat shall
be floated first to a true and even surface, then trowelled in a manner that will force the mixture to
penetrate into the brown coat. Surfaces applied with finish coat shall then be smooth with paper in a
circular motion to remove trowel marks, check and blemishes. All cement plaster finish shall be 10 mm
thick minimum on vertical concrete and/or masonry walls.

Wherever indicated on the Plans to be “Simulated Red Brick Finish”, the Contractor shall render
brick design on plaster surface before brown coat had properly set and then allowed to dry. Cement
plaster shall not be applied directly to:

a) Concrete or masonry surface that had been coated with bituminous compound and,
b) Surface had been painted and previously plastered.

1027.3.4 Workmanship
Cement plaster finish shall be true to details and plumbed. Finish surface shall have no visible
junction marks where one (1) Day’s work adjoins the other. Where directed by the Engineer or as shown
on the Plans vertical and horizontal joints shall be 25 mm wide and 10 mm deep.

1027.4 Method of Measurement

All finish plaster shall be measured in square meters or part thereof for work actually completed in
the building.

1027.5 Basis of Payment

The work quantified and determined as provided in the Bill of Quantities shall be paid for at the
Contract Unit which price constitutes full compensation including labor, tools, materials and equipment
and incidentals necessary to complete this Item.
 Payment will be made under:

Pay Item Description Unit of

Number Measurement

1027 (a) Cement plaster finish m²

1027 (b) Simulated red bricks.pn142 m²

ITEM 1001- STORM DRAINAGE AND SEWERAGE SYSTEM

1001.1 Description

This item shall consist of furnishing all materials, equipment and labor for the complete installation
of the storm drainage system to include all piping’s, gutters, canals, catch basin, junction boxes, hand
holes, manholes and other appurtenant structures, and sewerage system to include all sanitary sewer
piping and septic vault where no public sewer exist, from the building to the point of discharge.

1001.2 Material requirements

1001.2.1 Materials for storm drainage system shall meet the requirements specified in the following
standard specifications:

Portland Cement ASTM C-150

Fine and Coarse Aggregate ASTM C-33

Reinforcing Steel ASTM A-615

Non-reinforced Concrete Pipes ASTM C-14

Reinforced Concrete Pipes ASTM C-76

Cast Iron Pipes (for conductors and downspout ASTM A-74

GalvanizedIronPipesScheduled 40 (for conductors and downspouts) ASTM A-120

Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) (for conductors and downspouts) ASTM 2729

Where the covers for catch basins, junction boxes, manholes and canals for grating are required
same shall be made of wrought iron and of the dimensions as shown on the Plans.

1001.2.2 Materials for sewerage system shall meet the requirements specified in the following standard
specifications:

Cast Iron Pipes and Fittings ASTM A-74

Pig Lead (for securing and sealing joints ASTM B 29-77
PVC Pipes and Fittings (where called in Plans) ASTM D 1784
Solvent Cement (for securing PVC joints) ASTM D 2564
 Where PVC pipes and fittings are used, joints shall be secured with rubber “O” ring or solvent
cement, as the case maybe.
Oakum for joints in bell and spigot pipes shall be made from hemp fiber, braided or twisted and
oil impregnated free from lumps, dirt and extraneous matter.

1001.3 Construction Requirements

1001.3.1 Installation of Pipes

Under no circumstances shall pipes shall be laid under water and when the trench condition or
the weather is unsuitable for such work.

a. Bedding. Materials such as sand, sandy soil or any approved material shall be used to provide
a firm foundation or uniform density. The bedding shall have a minimum thickness equivalent
to one-fourth (1/4) of the pipe’s diameter.
b. Laying of Pipes, Proper facilities shall be provided for lowering and placing pipes into trenches
in order to preclude damage. Laying of pipes shall start upgrade with the spigot end of bell-
and-spigot pipe, or the tongue end of tongue-and-groove pipe, positioned towards the
direction of the flow. The pipes shall be laid in accordance with the grades and alignments
shown in the Plans.
The spigots or tongues shall be adjusted in bells or grooves to provide uniform space around joints
to receive mortar. Blocking or wedging between spigot and bell or between tongue and groove to attain
proper spacing shall be allowed provided such blocking/wedging shall not interfere with the caulking and
shall not affect the water lightness of the joint.
c. Bell and spigot Joint for Drain Pipe. The first pipes shall be properly bedded at the required
grade. Just below the spigot of the first unit, a sufficient space shall be provided for engaging
the bell end of the second pipe.

The spigot shall be carefully cleaned with a wet brush and the upper exterior portion applied with
mortar to such a thickness as to bring the inner surfaces of the abutting piped flush and even. The bell
end of the second pipe shall be cleaned with a wet brush and uniformly matched with the spigot of the
first pipe so that the sections are closely fitted. After the second pipe is laid, the remainder of the joint
shall be fitted with mortar, and a bead shall be formed around the outside of the joint with sufficient
amount of additional mortar. The inside of the joints shall be wiped and finished smooth. The mortar bead
on the outside shall immediately be protected with a cover of wet burlap or wet earth for at least three
(3) days for curing.
d. Tongue and Groove Joint for Concrete Pipe. The first pipe shall be properly bedded. A shallow
excavation shall be made underneath the joint and filled with mortar to provide a bed second
pipe. The tongue end of the pipe shall be carefully cleaned with wet brush and soft mortar
applied around the upper half of the tongue. After clea-ning and positioning the second pipe
close to the first, mortar shall be applied around the lower half of the groove. With just
sufficient thrust, the second pipe shall be brought in close contact with the first until mortar
is squeezed out of the joint. Sufficient mortar shall be used to fill the joint and to form a bead
on the outside.
e. Mortar for Joint. Mortar shall be mixture of Portland Cement, sand and water mixed in the
proportion by volume of one part cement to two parts of clean sand with just sufficient
amount of water for plasticity.
 f. Leaded Joints of Cast Iron Pipes. Joints of cast iron pipes shall be packed with braided or
twisted oil-impregnated hemp or oakum, properly caulked around the joint. The packing shall
be at least 20mm below the rim of the hub or bell and this space shall be filled with molten
pig lead in one continuous pouring. The “ring” of pig lead formed around the joint shall be
properly caulked by appropriate caulking tools to render the joints watertight.

1001.3.2 Concrete structures. Concrete structures such as catch basins, canal gutter, junction
boxes and manholes for the drainage system, and septic vault for sewerage system, shall be constructed
in accordance with the Plans and Specification on Concrete Work.

1001.3.3 Sewer Connections and Clean-Outs

a. The outlet of the septic vault shall be connected to the street drain or to other discharge point
where no sanitary sewer exists. Connection with the sanitary sewer shall not be made without
the permission of the proper authorities, but shall be made in such a manner that any and all the
service water, as well as house and other liquid wastes. Will flow to the sanitary sewer. Provided,
that isolated faucets used exclusively for garden purpose may, in the discretion of the proper
authorities, be allowed not to flow into the sanitary sewer.
b. Clean-out or rodding holes consisting of cast iron extensions with long sweep elbow fittings shall
be provided at the ends of runs and at every change of directions. Clean-outs shall be capped with
cast brass ferrules with threads and screwed-on removable brass plug. Clean-outs extended
outside the building and raised to the level of finished grade shall be terminated with the same
cast brass ferrule with brass plug set into a concrete slab shall be 150mm thick and 300mm square,
finish flush with grade.

1001.3.4 Incidental Earthwork

Incidental earthwork for the storm drainage and sewerage systems, such as excavation and
backfilling shall be undertaken in accordance with applicable part of Excavation Filling and Grading.

1001.3.5 Inspection and Quality Control

Materials shall be inspected and accepted as to quality before same are installed. Pipings installed
in trenches shall first be inspected, tested and approved by the Engineer before these are covered or
backfilled. All defects/ leaks disclosed by the water test shall be remedied to the satisfaction of the
Engineer and any extra cost shall be at the expense of the Contractor.

1001.4 Method of Measurement

Pipes, culverts, gutters, canals and gratings installed in place and accepted by the Engineer, shall
be measured by the meter along their axes. Catch basins, junction boxes, manholes and septic vault shall
be measured by the number or units constructed and accepted.

1001.5 Basis of Payment

The quantities as determined in sub-section 1001.4 shall be paid at the contract unit price for each
of the items which shall constitute full compensation for all materials, labor, tools and equipment and all
other incidentals necessary to complete the Item.

Payment shall be made under:

 Pay Item Number Description Unit of Measurement

1001.2 (a) Pipe (kind and size) meter

1001.2 (b) Fitting (kind and size) each
1001.2 (c) Concrete Gutter meter
1001.2 (d) Concrete Canal meter
1001.2 (e) W. I. Grating meter
1001.2 (f) Catch Basin each
1001.2 (g) Junction Box each

ITEM 1002 – PLUMBING

1002.1 Description

This item shall consist of furnishing all materials, tools, equipment and fixtures required as shown
on the Plans for the satisfactory performance of the entire plumbing system including installation on
accordance with the latest edition of the National Plumbing Code, and this Specification.

1002.2 Material Requirements

All piping materials, fixtures and appliances fitting accessories whether specifically mentioned or
not but necessary to complete this Item shall be furnished and installed.

1002.2.1 Cast Iron Soil Pipes and Fittings

a. Pipes and fitting materials shall comply with the specification requirements defined in PNS/SAO
4-1: 1974. The material description and standards of manufacture are herein described:

1. Cast Iron – the casting shall be made of gray iron which shall be sound, free from cracks, sand
holes and blow holes. They shall be uniformly low hardness that permits drilling and cutting by
ordinary methods. Pipes and fittings shall be true to pattern and of compact closed grained
structure.
2. Quality of Iron – the iron shall be made by the cupola, air furnace, electric furnace, or other
processes which shall be checked by regular chemical and physical control test. The resultant shall
be gray iron of good quality.
3. Manufacture – the pipes shall be made with hub and spigot ends or hub ends only. All hubs for
pipes and fittings shall be provided with held lead grooves and all spigot ends shall be made with
beads or plain if machine cast centrifugally. Plugs shall be wrought or cast, machined to the
dimensions required and shall be free from defects.
4. Freedom from defects – pipes and fittings shall be true, smooth and cylindrical, their inner and
outer surfaces being as nearly concentric and practicable. They shall be in all aspects, sound and
good casting free from laps, pin holes or other imperfections and shall be neatly dressed and
carefully fettled. The ends shall be finished reasonably square to their axes.

b. Clean-outs shall be made of heavy cast brass ferrule with counter sunk screw cover same diameter
as the pipe except that they shall not be larger than 100mm diameter.
 c. Caulking lead shall be of molten type peg lead conforming to specification requirements defined
in ASTM B-29.
d. Oakum shall be twisted or braided hemp or abaca fibers slightly impregnated with oil.

1002.2.2 Water Supply Pipes and Fittings

a. Pipes shall be galvanized iron pipe scheduled 40 conforming to specification requirements defined
in ASTM A-120 with threaded connection. Under roads where necessary shall be suitably
protected as shown on the Plans.
Fittings shall be malleable iron Type II, galvanized iron conforming to specification requirements
defined in ASTM A338.

b. Valves
Valves for water supply shall be bronze body with threaded ends rated 21.0 kgf/cm. square. All valves
shall be gate valves unless otherwise specified. Gate valves shall have solid wedge body and discs
conforming to specification requirements defined as ASTM B-62. Globe valves shall have plug type
discs with ferrule threaded ends bronze body.

c. Unions
Unions on ferrous pipe 50mm in diameter and smaller shall be malleable iron.

d. Water Meter
Water meter where required to be furnished by the Contractor shall be the type tested and approved
by MWSS.

1002.2.3 Approved Alternate Pipes and Fittings

Pipes and fittings for sanitary and potable water lines as approved alternate shall be Unplasticized
Polyvinyl Chloride Pipes and Fittings (UPVC).
Pipes and fittings shall be made of virgin materials conforming to specification requirements
defined in ASTM D-2241 and PNS 65: 1986. Fittings shall be molded type and designed for solvent cement
joint connection for water lines and rubber O-ring seal joint for sanitary lines.

1002.2.4 Septic Tank

The septic tank shall be provided as shown on the Plans including all pipe vents and fittings. The
various construction materials such as concrete masonry work shall conform to the corresponding Items
of this Specifications. Inlet and outlet pipes shall conform to the latest edition of the National Plumbing
Code.

1002.2.5 Plumbing Fixtures and Fittings

All fittings and trimmings for fixtures shall be chromium-plated and polished brass unless
otherwise approved. Exposed traps and supply types for fixtures shall be connected to the roughing in
piping system at the wall unless otherwise indicated on the Plans. Built-in fixtures shall be watertight with
provision of water supply and drainage outlet, fittings and trap seal. Unless otherwise specified, all
plumbing fixture shall be made of vitreous china complete with fittings.

a. Water closet shall be vitreous china, free standing toilet combination, round front bottom outlet
siphonic washdown bowl with extended rear self and closed coupled tank with cover complete
 with fittings and mounting accessories. Model make and color shall be submitted for approval
prior to delivery at jobsite by the Engineer.
b. Lavatory shall be vitreous china, wall-hung with rear overflow and cast-in soap dishes, pocket
hanger with integral china brackets, complete with twin faucets, supply pipes, P-trap and
mounting accessories. Where indicated on the Plans to be counter top model make and color shall
be approved by the Engineer.
c. Urinal shall be china vitreous, wall-hung wash-out urinal with extended shields and integral flush
spreader, concealed wall-hanger pockets, 19mm top spud complete with fitting and mounting
accessories. Model make and color shall be approved by the Engineer.

1002.2.6 Bathroom and Toilet Accessories

a. Shower head and fitting shall be movable, cone type with excutcheon arm complete with stainless
steel shower valve and control lever, all exposed surface to be chromium finish.
b. Grab bars shall be made of tubular stainless steel pipe provided with safety grip and mounting
flange.
c. Floor drains shall be made of stainless steel beehive type, measuring 100mm x 100mm, and
provided with detachable stainless strainer, expanded metal lath type.
d. Toilet paper holder shall be vitreous china wall mounted. Color shall reconcile with adjacent
fixture and facing tiles.
e. Soap holder shall be vitreous china wall mounted. Color shall reconcile with the adjacent tile
works.
f. Faucet(s) shall be made of stainless steel for interior use.
g. Hose-bib(s) shall be made of bronze cast finish.

1002.2.7 Special Plumbing Fixtures

a. Kitchen sink shall be made of stainless steel self rimming, single compartment complete with
supply fittings, strainer traps, dual control lever and other accessories.
b. Laboratory sink shall be made of cast iron metal with white porcelain finish with single
compartment, flat rim ledge. 762mm x 533mm complete with supply fittings, strainer, trap and
other accessories.
c. Scrub-up sink shall be made of cast iron metal with white porcelain finish measuring 610mm x
610mm complete with supply fittings, strainer, trap and wall mounting accessories.
d. X-ray developing tank shall be made of cast iron white porcelain finish with three (3) compartment
x-ray processing tank, drain plug, open standing drain. 19mm IPS inlet spud complete with stand
and mounting accessories.
e. Squat bowl(s) shall be vitreous china, wash down squat bowl with integral foot treads, pail flush
type. Color, make and type to be approved by the Engineer.
f. Grease traps shall be made of cast bronze with detachable cover and mounting accessories.

1002.2.8 Roof Drains, Downspout, Overflow Pipes and Steel Grating

The Contractor shall provide, fit and/or install necessary drains with strainers, where shown on
the Plans. Each drain with strainer shall fit the size of the corresponding downspout (or foor leader) over
which it is to be installed and in conformity with the following schedule:

a. Scrupper drains (for balconies, parapet) shall be made of bronze base with flashing. Flange
threaded outlet and convex with integral flashing clamp bolted to flange.
 b. “Josam” type drains shall be made of bronze base semi-dome with large free area, flashing clamp
and integral gravel stopper. To be used at roof decks, canopies, gutters, and elsewhere indicated
on the Plans.
c. Downspouts when incased in concrete, unless otherwise shown on the Plans shall be polyvinyl
chloride (PVC). Whether indicated or specified to be cast iron or galvanized iron the same shall
meet the specification requirement as herein described.
d. Overflow pipes shall be made of galvanized iron pipe measuring at least 13mm diameter and
spaced 200mm on center.
e. Steel grating shall be made of wrought iron metals of design or shop drawings approved and
surfaces to be coated with shop finish.

1002.2.9. Fire Protection System

a. Fire hose cabinets shall be locally available consisting at 38mm diameter valve hose rack with
nipple 30mm rubber lined hose cable with standing 4268 kg/cm square, nozzle 38mm diameter
brass, chromium plated.
b. Fire standpipe system shall consists of risers and hose valves. Pipe shall be extra strong black iron.
Valves to be high grade cast bronze mounted withstanding 79.40 kg. working pressure as
indicated on the Plans.
c. Fire extinguisher shall be portable, suitable for Class A, B, C tires, mounted inside cabinet. Cabinet
shall be full flush mounting door with aluminum trim for glass plate, frame and box shall be made
of gauge 14 galvanized iron sheet with white interior and red exterior baked enamel finish over
primer. Cabinet to be wall mounted and size to be able to accommodate the defined components.
d. Yard hydrant where shown on the Plans shall match the Integrated Fire Department
requirements. Outlet shall be single 63mm diameter gate on valves with chain connected caps.

1002.2.10 Built-in appliances such as urinal trough, lavatory and slope sink shall be made as indicated on
the Plans, exposed surfaces to be tile wainscoating complete with fitting accessories required as practiced
in the specialty trade.

1002.3 Construction Requirements

The Contractor before any installation work is started shall carefully examine the Plans and shall
investigate actual structural and finishing work condition affecting all his work. Where actual condition
necessitates a rearrangement of the approved pipe layout, the Contractor shall prepare Plan(s) of the
proposed pipe layout for approval by the Engineer.

1002.3.1 Installation of Soil, Waste, Drain and Vent Pipes

a. All cast iron soil and drainage pipes shall be pitch 6mm per 300mm but in no case flatter than
3mm per 300mm.
b. Horizontal lines shall be secured strongly by hooks to the building frame and a suitable brackets
or chairs shall be provided at the floor from which they start.
c. All main vertical soil and waste stacks shall be extended full size to and above the roof line to act
as vents, except otherwise indicated on the Plans.
d. Vent pipes in roof spaces shall be run as close as possible to under site of roof with horizontal
piping pitched down to stacks without forming traps. Vertical vent pipes may be connected into
one main vent riser above the highest vented fixtures.
e. Where an end or circuit vent pipe from any fixtures is connected to a vent line serving other
fixtures, the connections shall be at least 1.20 m above the floor on which the fixtures are located.
f. Horizontal waste line receiving the discharge from two or more fixtures shall be provided with
end vents unless separate venting of fixtures is noted on the Plans.
g. All changes in pipe sizes on soil and waste lines shall be made with reducing fittings or necessed
reducers. All changes in directions shall be made by appropriate use of 45 degrees wyes, half
wyes, long sweep quarter bents or elbows may be used in soil and waste lines where the change
in direction of flow is from the horizontal to the vertical and on the discharge from waste closets.
Where it becomes necessary to use short radius fittings in other locations the approval of the
Engineer shall be obtained prior to installation of the same.
h. All joints of cast iron pipes in bell and spigot shall be firmly packed with oakum or hemp and
caulked with pig lead at least 25 mm deep.
i. Cleanouts at the bottom of each soilstack, wastestack, interior downspout and where else
indicated shall be the same size as the pipe up to and including 102 mm . 152 mm, for larger pipes.
Cleanouts on floors shall be cast iron ferrule caulked into cast hub and fitted with cast brass screw
plugs flush with floor. Cleanouts for threaded pipes shall be installed at the foot of soil, waste and
drain stacks and on each building drain outside the building.
j. Vent pipes shall be flashed and made watertight at the roof with ferrule lead sheet. Flashing shall
be turned down into pipes.
k. Each fixtures and place of equipment requiring connection to the drainage system except fixture
with continuous waste shall be equipped with a trap. Each trap shall be placed as near to the
fixture as possible. Traps installed on threaded pipe shall be recess drainage pattern.
l. Overhead horizontal runs of pipes shall be hung with adjustable wrought iron pipe hanger spaced
not over 3.04 m apart except hub and spigot soil pipe which shall have hanger spaced not over
1.50 m apart and located near a hub.

1002.3.2 Water Pipes, Fittings and Connections.

All water piping’s inside the building and underground, 100 mm. diameters and smaller shall be
galvanized iron threaded pipe with malleable iron fittings.

a. The water piping shall be extended to all fixtures, outlets, and equipment from the gate valves
installed in the branch near the riser.
b. The cold water system shall be installed with a fall towards a main shutoff valve and drain.
Ends of pipes and outlets shall be capped or plugged and left ready for future connections.
c. Mains and Branches

1. All pipes shall be cut accurately to measurements and shall be worked into place without springing
or forcing. Care shall be taken so as not to weaken the structural portions of the building.
2. All piping above the ground shall be run parallel with the lines of the building unless otherwise
indicated on the plans.
3. All service pipes, valves and fittings shall be kept at sufficient distance from other work to permit
finished covering not less than 12.5mm from such work or from finished covering on the different
service.
4. No water piping shall be buried in floors, unless specifically indicated on the plans and approved
by the Engineer.
5. Changes in pipes shall be made with reducing fittings.

d. Drain Cocks
 1. Pipe drain indicated on the drawings shall consist of 12 mm globe valve with renewable dis
and installed at low points on the cold water piping so that all piping shall slope mm in 30.5
m.
e. Threaded pipe joints

1. All pipes shall be reamed before threading. All screw joints shall be made with graphite and
oil or with an approved graphite compound applied to make threads only. Threads shall be
full cut and not more than three threads on the pipe shall remain exposed.
f. Expansion and contraction of pipes
Accessible contraction-expansion joints shall be made whenever necessary. Horizontal runs
of pipe over 15m in length shall be anchored to the wall to the supporting structure about
midway on the run to force expansion and contraction equally toward the ends or as shown
on the plans.
g. Fire standpipe system
Fire standpipe system shall consist of risers and hose valve. Pipe shall be extra strong black iron.
Valves to be underwriter’s approval high grade cast bronze mounted.
h. Valves and hose bibs

1. Valves shall be provided on all supplied fixture as herein specified.

2. The cold water connections to the domestic hot water heater shall be provided with gate valves
and the return circulation connection shall have gate and a check valve.
3. All connection to domestic hot water heaters shall be equipped with unions between valve and
tanks.
4. Valve shall not be installed with its stem below the horizontal. All valves shall be gate valves unless
otherwise indicated on the plans.
5. Valves up to and including 50 mm diameter shall be threaded ends, rough bodies and finished
trimmings, except those on chromium plated brass pipe.
6. Valves 63 mm in diameter and larger shall have iron bodies, brass mounted and shall have either
screws or flange ends.
7. Hose bibs shall be made of brass with 12.5 mm inlet threads, hexagon shoulders and 19 mm male.

1002.3.3 Fixtures, equipment and fastenings

a. All fixtures and equipment shall be supported and fastened in a safe and satisfactory
workmanship as practiced.
b. All fixtures, where required to be wall mounted on concrete or concrete hollow block wall, fasten
with brass expansion bolts. Expansion bolts shall be 6 mm diameter with 20 mm threads to 25
mm into solid concrete, fitted with loose tubing or sleeves of proper length to acquire extreme
rigidity.
c. Inserts shall be securely anchored and properly flushed into the walls. Inserts shall be concealed
and rigid.
d. Bolts and nuts shall be horizontal and exposed. It shall be provided with washers and chromium
plate finish.

1002.3.4 Pipe hangers, inserts and supports

 a. Pipe hangers shall be wrought iron or malleable iron pipe spaced not more than 3m apart for
horizontal runs or pipe, except hub and spigot soil pipe which shall have hanger spaced not over
1.50 m apart located near the hub.
b. Chains, straps perforated turn-buckles or other approved means of adjustment except the turn-
buckles may be omitted for hangers on soil or waste lines or individual toilet rooms to maintain
stacks when spaced does not permit.
c. Trapeze hangers may be used in lieu of separate hangers on pipe running parallel to and close to
each other.
d. Inserts shall be cast steel and shall be of type to receive a machine bolt or nut after installation.
Insert may be permitted adjustment of the bolts in one horizontal direction and shall be installed
before pouring of concrete.
e. Wrought iron clamps or collars to support vertical runs of pipe shall be spaced not more than 6 m
apart for as indicated on the plans.

1002.3.3 Plates and flashing

a. Plates to cover exposed pipes passing through floor finished walls or ceiling shall be fitted with
chromium plated cast brass plates or chromium plated cast iron or steel plates on ferrous pipes.
b. Plates shall be large enough to cover and close the hole around the area where pipes pass. It shall
be properly installed to insure permanence.
c. Roof areas penetrated by vent pipes shall be rendered watertight by lead sheet flashing and
counter flashing. It shall extend at least 150 mm above the pipe and 300 mm along roof.

1002.3.6 Protection and Cleaning

a. During the installation of fixtures and accessories and until final acceptance, protect items with
strippable plastic or the other approved means to maintain fixtures in perfect conditions.
b. All exposed to metal surfaces shall be polished clean and rigid of grease, dirt or other foreign
materials upon completion.
c. Upon completion, thoroughly clean all fixtures and accessories to leave the work in polished
condition.

1002.3.7 Inspection, Warranty Test and Disinfection

All pipes, fitting, traps, fixtures, appurtenances and equipment of the plumbing and drainage
system shall be inspected and approved by the Engineer to insure compliance with all requirement of all
Codes and Regulations referred to in this Specification.

1002.3.7.1 Drainage System Test

a. The entire drainage and venting system shall have all necessary openings which can be plugged
to permit the entire system to be filed with water to the level of the highest stack vent above the
roof.
b. The system shall hold this water for a full 30 minutes during which time there shall be no drop
greater than 120 mm.
c. Where only a portion of the system is to be tasted, the test shall be conducted in the same manner
as described for the entire system except that vertical stack 3.00 m highest horizontal line to be
 tested may be installed and filled with water to maintain sufficient pressure or water pump may
be used to supply the required pressure.
d. If and when the Engineer decides that an additional test is needed such as an air to smoke test on
the drainage system, the Contractor shall perform such test without any additional cost.

1002.3.7.2 Water Test on System

a. Upon completion of the roughing-in and before connecting fixtures the entire cold water piping
system shall be tested at a hydrostatic during operation and remained tight and leak-proofed.
b. Where piping system is to be concealed the piping system shall be separately in manner similar
to that described for the entire system and in the presence of the Engineer or his duly designated
representative.

1002.3.7.3 Defective Work

a. All defective materials replaced and tested will be repeated until satisfactory performance is
attained.
b. Any material replaced for the satisfactory performance of the system made shall be at the
expense of the Contractor.
c. Caulking of screwed joints of holes will not be permitted.

1002.3.7.4 Disinfection

a. The entire water distribution system shall be thoroughly flushed and treated with chlorine before
it is operated for public use.
b. Disinfection materials shall be liquid chlorine or hypocrite and shall be introduced in manner
approved as practiced or approved by the Engineer into the water distribution system.
c. After a contact period of not less than sixteen hours, the heavenly chlorinated water shall be
flushed from the system with potable water.
d. Valves for the water distribution system shall be opened and closed several times during the 16
hours chlorination treatment is done.

1002.3.8 As-Built Drawings

Upon completion of the work, the Contractor shall submit two sets of prints with all as-built
changes shown on the drawings in a neat workmanship manner. Such prints shall show changes or actual
installation and conditions of the plumbing system in comparison with the original drawings.

1002.4 Method of Measurement

The work done under this item shall be quantified per length and/or number of units as provided
in the Bill of Quantities, tested and accepted to the satisfaction of the Engineer.

1002.5 Basis of Payment

The quantified items, installed in place shall be the basis for payment, based from the unit bid
price from the unit bid price for which prices and payments shall constitute full compensation including
labor, materials and incidentals necessary to complete this item.
 Payment shall be made:

Pay item Description Unit of Measurement

Number

1002 (a) Cast Iron Soil Pipes and

Fittings pieces/length
1002 (b) Galvanized Iron Pipes
And Fittings pieces/length
1002 (c) Plumbing fixtures set
1002 (d) Roof Drain with Strainer set

ITEM 1100 + CONFUITS, BOXES & FITTINGS

1100.1 Description

This item shall consist of the furnishing and installation of the complete conduit work consisting of
electrical conduits; conduit boxes such as junction boxes, pull boxes, utility boxes, octagonal and square
boxes; electrical materials needed to complete the conduit roughing-in work of this project.

1100.2 Material Requirements

All materials shall be brand new and shall be of the approved type meeting all the requirements of
the Philippine Electrical Code and bearing the Philippine Standard Agency (PSA) mark.

Conduits
Conduits shall be standard rigid steel, zinc coated or galvanized intermediate metal conduits may be
used if shown or specified on the approved Plans. PVC conduits required shall be Scheduled 40 . Enamel
coated steel conduits and conduits with rough inner surfaces are not acceptable.

Conduits Boxes
All conduits boxes shall be Code gauge steel and galvanized
. Outlet boxes shall be galvanized pressed steel of standard make. In general outlet boxes shall be at
least 100 mm square or ictagibak,53 mm deep and 16 mm minimum gauge.

Conduits Fittings
All conduit fittings such as lock nuts and bushing shall be galvanized of standard make.

1100.3 Constructions Requirements

All works throughout shall be executed in the best practice in work man like manner by qualified
and experienced electricians under the Immediate supervision of a duly licensed Electrical Engineer.
 Conduits
Conduits should be cut square with a hacksaw and reamed. Bends shall be made with the required
radius. In making bends only conduit bending apparatus will be used. The use of a pipe tee or vise for
bending conduits shall not be permitted. Conduits which have been crushed, deformed or flattened shall
not be installed. No running thread shall be allowed. Conduits runs crossing construction joints of the
building shall be provided with standard expansion fittings of the approve type. Electric trade size nor
shall have more than four(4) 90-degre bends in any one run and where necessary, pull boxes shall be
provided. All ends of conduits which are left empty in cabinets and conduit the entranced while ants and
dirt within the conduits system. Pull wires pipes caps and shall be left therein for future use.
On exposed work, all pipes and outlet boxes shall be secured by means of galvanized metal clamps
which shall be held in place buy means shall be held in place by means of expansion sleeves for big pipes
and rolled lead sheet for small pipes. All pipes shall be run at right angles to and parallel with the
surrounding walks. No diagonal run shall be allowed and all bends and offsets shall be avoided as much
as possible. Conduits shall be supported at 1,500 mm intervals maximum.

Conduits Boxes & Fittings

Provide conduit boxes for pulling and splicing wires and outlet boxes for installation of wiring
devices.
As a rule, provide junctions boxes or pull boxes in all runs greater than 30 meters in length for
horizontal runs. For other lengths provide boxes as required for splices or pulling. Put boxes shall be
installed in inconspicuous but accessible locations.
Support boxes independently of conduits entering by means of bolts, red hangers or other suitable
means.
Conduits boxes shall be installed plumb and securely fastened. They shall be set flush with the
surface of the structure in which they are installed where conduits are run concealed.
All convenience and wall switch outlet boxes for concealed conduit work shall be deep, rectangular
flush type boxes for concealed conduit work shall be deep, rectangular flush type boxes. Four–inch
octagonal flush type shall be used for all ceiling light outlets and shall be of the deep type where three
or more conduits connect to a single box.
Floor mounted outlet boxes required shall b waterproof type with flush brass floor plate and brass
bell nozzle.
All boxes shall be painted with antirust red lead paint after installation.
All conduits shall be fitted with approved standard galvanized bushing and lock nuts where they
enter cabinets and conduit boxes.
Junction and pull boxes of code gauge steel shall be provided as indicated or as required to facilitate
the pulling of wires and cables.

1100.4 Method of Measurement

The work under this item shall be measured either by lengths, pieces, pairs lot and set actually
placed and installed as shown on approve Plans.
1100.5 Basis of Payment
All works performed and measured and as provided for in the Bill of Quantities shall be paid for at
the Unit Bid or Contract Unit Price which payment shall constitute full compensation including labor,
materials, tools and incidentals necessary to complete this item.

Payment shall be

Pay Item Number Description Unit of Measurement

(1) RSC Conduit Pipe-mm dia.,` length

with couplings
(2) Locknut & Bushing pair
(3) Conduits type pieces
(4) Conduit Pipe elbow pieces
(5) Connector pieces
(6) Conduit Clamp pieces
(7) PVC adapter pieces
(8) G.I. Wire G.A. # 14 kilos
(9) Hacksaw Blade pieces
(10) PVC Tape 19 mm diz x 18mm rolls
(11) Rubber Tape 19 dia x 227 g rolls
(12) PVC Solvent Cement @ 400 cc cans
(13) PVC End Ball pieces
(14) Octagonal junction boxes piece s
(15) Utility Boxes pieces
(16) Metal Pull Box pieces
(17) Square Box pieces
(18) Telephone Cabinet set
(19) Reinforced Concrete Pedestal lot
pole
(20) Red Lead Point lot
(21) Weather head with type “F” pieces
conduit
(22) Grounding Rod Copper wired length
20mm dia x 3 m
(23) Apitong or Approval equal pieces
Creosoted wood pole pieces
(24) Anchor Rod – mm dia pieces
(25) Anchor Log – mm dia pieces
(26) Power load Studs with nuts pieces
1100.6 General Specifications
The work to be done under this division if specifications consists of the fabrication, furnishing,
delivery and installation, complete in all details of the electrical work, at the subject premises and all
work materials incidental to the proper completion of the installation, except those portions of the work
which are expressly state to be done by other fields, all works shall be done in accordance with the rules
and regulation and with the specifications.

1100.7 Specifications

1. Light fixtures and lamp

All lighting fixtures and lamps are as specified and listed on lighting fixture schedule.
For fluorescent lamp ballast shall be 230 volt, high power factor of ghood quality materials and
approved by the Bureau of Products Standards (BPS)
2. Material Requirements
All materials to be used shall conform to the BPS specification.
3. Construction Requirements
All grounding system shall include building perimeter ground wires, ground roots clamps connectors
ground wells and ground wire taps as shown in the approved design.

1100.8 Auxiliary System

All auxiliary systems such as telephone and intercom system, time clock system , fire alarm system
and public address / nurses call / paging system installations shall be done in accordance with the
approved design,
All materials to be used shall conform to the Bureau of product standards (BPS) specifications .

1100.9 Important requirement regarding supervision of the work and submission of certificate of
completion.
All wiring installation herein shall be done under the direct supervision of a licensed Electrical
Engineer at the expense of the Contractor. The contractor shall submit the certificate of completion
duly approved by the owners representative .

1100.10 Test and Guarantee

Upon completion of the electrical construction work, the contractor shall provide all test equipment
and personnel and to submit written copies of all test results.
The contractor shall grantee the electrical installation are done and in accordance with approved
plans and specifications. The contractor shall guarantee that the electrical systems are free from all
grounds and from all defective workmanship; and materials and will remain so for a period of one year
from date and acceptance of works . any defects shall be remedied by the contractor at his own expense
ITEM 1101 – WIRES AND WIRING DEVICES

1101.1 Description

This item shall consist of furnishing and installation of all wires and wirings devices consisting of
electric wires and cables wall switches, conveniences receptacles, heavy duty receptables and other
devices shown on the approved plans but not mentioned in these specifications.

1101.2 Material Requirements

Wires and cables shall be of the approved type meeting all the requirements of the Philippine
Electrical Code and bearing the PSA MARK.

All wires shall be cooper, soft drawn and annealed smooth and of cylindrical form and shall be
centrally located inside the insulation.

All wiring devices shall be standard products of reputable electrical manufacturers. Wall switches
shall be rated at least 10a. 250 volts flush , parallel slots. Single heavy duty receptacles hall be rated at
least 20a, 250 volts , 3 wire flush polarized type.

1101.3 Construction Requirements

Conductors or wires shall not be drawn in conduits until after the cement plaster is dry and
conduits are thoroughly cleaned and free from dirt and moisture,.. in drawing wires into conduits,
sufficient slack shall be allowed to permit easy connections for fixtures, switches, receptacles and other
wiring devices without the use of additional splices.
All conductors of convenience outlets and lighting branch circuit homeruns shall be wired with a
minimum of 3.5mm in size. Circuit homeruns to panel bards shall not be smaller than 305mm but all home
runs to panel boards more than 30 meters shall not be smaller than 505mm no conductor shall be less
than 2mm in size.
All wires of 14mm and larger in size shall be connected to panels and apparatus by means of
approved type lugs or connectors of the solderless type sufficiently large enough to enclose all strands of
the conductors and securely fastened. They shall not loosen under vibration or normal strain.
All jo9nts taps and splices ion wires larger than 14mm shall be made of suitable solderless
connectors of the approved type and size. They shall be taped with rubber and PVC tapers providing
insulation not less than that of the conductors.
No splices other joints shall be permitted in either feeder or branch conductors except within
outlets boxes or accessible junction boxes or pull boxes. All joints in branch circuit wiring shall be made
mechanically and electrically secured by approved splicing devices and taper with rubber and PVC tapes
in a manner which will make their insulation as that of the conductor.
All wall switches and receptacles shall be fitted with standard bakelite face plate covers; device
plates for flush mounting shall be installed with all four edges in continuous contact with finished wall
surfaces without the use of coiled wire or similar devices. Plaster fillings will not be permitted. Plates
installed in wet locations shall be gasket.
When more than one switch or devices is indicated in a single location gang plate shall be used.
1101.4 Method of Measurement

The work under this item shall be measured either by meters. Roll pieces, set, actually placed and
installed as shown on the plans.

1101.5 Costs of Payment

All work performed and measured and as provided for in this Bid of Quantitates shall be paid for
at the Unit Price which payment shall constitute full compensation including labor, materials, tools and
incidental necessary to complete this item.

Payment shall be made under 0

Pay item Number Description Unit of Measurement

(1) Electric Wire meter of rolls

(2) Single pole tumbler switch pieces
(3) two-gang tumbler switch pieces
(4) three-gang tumble switch pieces
(5) three-way tumbler switch pieces
(6) Duplex conviences receptacles set
(7) Heavy duty convince reptacles set
(8) Standard telephone outlet bakelite cover pieces
With 9.52 center hole
(9) window type air conditioning outlet 3-prong pieces
Polarized type
(10) Bare copper wire meters
(11) Grounding clamps for electric wires pieces
(12) Messenger Wire meters
(13) Guy wire meters
(14) Vibrating Bell set
(15) Traffic Light Control Panel set
(16) Traffic Light metal enclosures complete set
With red and green light provided with relectors and 152

ITEM 1002(1)b4 – Panelboard with Main Breakers/Branches (Bolt-on Type, 50Amp -

200Amp,
Main 1-225AT 230V,2P Bolt-on
Br. 11-30AT 230V,2P Bolt-on
5-15AT 230V,2P Bolt-on
ITEM 1201(2)c – Centrifugal Pump with control (End-Suction, 3HP, 60GPM, complete
with accessories)
ITEM 1201(2)d – Booster Pump with control (TDH 38m, 3HP, 60GPM, complete with
accessories)