PROJECT: PROPOSED FIVE-STOREY CONDOMINIUM

LOCATION: SANTA ROSA - TAGAYTAY ROAD

MODEL: 1,600 sqm. CONDOMINIUM BUILDING
MEMBERS:
REINA MUTYA B. SUNGA
ALFONSE KEITH C. CORPUS

OUTLINE SPECIFICATION
DIVISION 1 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
DIVISION 2 – PLUMBING
DIVISION 3 – ELECTRICAL
INTRODUCTION

The Drawings and Specifications are complementary to each other. Drawings are graphic means
of showing work to be done. They are particularly suited to showing where materials are
located. Thus, drawings exist essentially to show dimension, location, and placement. Not all
works however, can be presented in the Drawings. Generalized works are usually in statement
form; hence the contractor is required to read the Specifications carefully.
Specifications, on the other hand, are used to describe the materials, construction techniques,
samples, shop drawings, guarantees and other contract requirements. Together, the Drawings
and the Specifications are used to inform the Builder/Contractor. In cases where the specified
brand carries with it the manufacturer’s specifications, the manufacturer’s specifications shall
hold precedence over the Specifications.
The specifications are of the abbreviated type and include incomplete sentences. The selection
of sentence structure depends on the underlying principles of specifications:
a. That the Technical Specifications are only one part of the Contract Documents;
b. That the contract is between the Owner and the General Contractor; and
c. That the General Contractor is the only partly responsible for completing the work in
accordance with the Contract Documents.
Therefore:
a. Only the General Contractor is referred to in the Specifications so as not to violate the
intent of the Contract and so as not to undermine the proper chain of command.
b. Any reference to Specialty Trade Contractor in the Technical Specifications is made
only in so far as selection of Specialty Trade Contractors is made through bidding. Once
the Specialty Trade Contractors are selected and assigned to the General Contractor, the
General Contractor assumes all responsibilities for the execution of the whole Project in
accordance with the Contract Documents. Therefore, in the Contract between the
Owner and General Contractor, the Specialty Contractor is not referred to. In all the
Contract Documents, the word “Contractor” is meant the General Contractor.
c. The omission of the phrase “The Contractor shall” is intentional because the whole
Specification is directed to the Contractor. Omitted words or phrases shall be supplied
by inference in the same manner as they are when a “note” occurs in the Drawings.
d. Where “as shown”, “as indicated”, “as detailed”, or words of similar import are used,
it shall be understood that reference to the drawings accompanying the specifications is
made unless otherwise stated.
 e. Where “as directed”, “as required”, as “permitted”, “as authorized”, “as approved”,
“as accepted”, or words of similar import are used, it shall be understood that the
direction, requirement, permission, authorization, approval, or acceptance of the
Architect is intended unless otherwise stated.
f. As used herein, “provide” shall be understood to mean “provided complete in place”,
that is “furnished and installed”. g. Most sentences are in the imperative mood. This
style is especially suited for instructions covering installation of products and
equipment.

DIVISION 1:
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

DIVISION 1: GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

1.1 All applicable provisions of the different divisions of the specifications for each work
trade shall apply for all items cited in these Specifications.
1.2 Materials and workmanship deemed necessary to complete the works but not
specifically mentioned in the Specifications, Working Drawings, or other parts of the
Contract Documents, shall be supplied and installed by the Contractor without extra
cost to the Owner. Such materials shall be of the highest quality available and installed
or applied in a workmanlike manner at prescribed or appropriate locations.
1.3 Materials specifically mentioned in the Specifications shall be installed following
efficient, sound engineering and construction practice and specifically as per
manufacturer’s application for installation instructions that shall govern all works
alluded to in these specifications.
1.4 The Contractor shall carefully examine, compare, and verify the data furnished by
the Drawings and Specifications. Any doubt as to the meaning of the Drawings (including
notes thereon) or of the Specifications, or any obscurity as to the wording of the
specifications will be explained, and all directions and explanations necessary and
proper to make more definite and certain any requirements of the Drawings and
Specifications to give them due effect, will be given by the Architect.
1.5 Should a conflict in or between the Drawings and Specifications arises, the
Contractor shall be deemed to have estimated on a more expensive way of doing the
work unless he shall have asked the Architect and/or Owner before submission of
proposals as to which method or materials to use. If, after award, the less expensive
work is done, the Contractor shall credit the Owner an amount equivalent to the
difference between the more expensive and the less.
1.6 If, in the Contractor’s opinion, any work indicated in the Drawings, is specified in
such a manner as will make it impossible to produce a first-class work, he shall refer the
same to the Architect for interpretation before proceeding with the work.
1.7 In case of discrepancy in figures or drawings, the matter shall be submitted
immediately to the Architect before the Contractor makes any adjustment. The decision
of the Architect on the adjustment of discrepancies so as to conform to the real intent
of the Drawings and Specifications shall govern and followed by the Contractor.
1.8 Substitution of materials or equipment other than those specified in the Contract
Documents shall be approved by the Architect only for the following reasons: that the
materials or equipment proposed for the substitution is equal or superior to the
materials or equipment specified in terms of construction, efficiency, utility, and
aesthetics; or, that the materials or equipment specified cannot be delivered to the
jobsite in time to complete the work of other trades due to conditions beyond the
control of the Contractor. In case of differences in price, the Owner shall receive all
benefits of the difference in cost involved in any substitution and the Contract shall be
altered by Change Order to credit the Owner with any savings so obtained.
1.9 Only documents with “FOR CONSTRUCTION” mark and signature of the Architect or
his representative shall be used for construction.
1.10 Temporary Facilities: The Contractor shall provide, construct and maintain for the
duration of the Contract all temporary facilities necessary to complete the Project. or
site work. The Contractor shall be responsible for evaluating soil borings and data shown
on the drawings and shall include in his tender rock excavation as required.
 DIVISION 2:
PLUMBING
DIVISION 2: PLUMBING
Section 1: Scope
1.1 The work to be undertaken under this section shall consist of the furnishing of all
materials, labor tools, equipment and other facilities and the satisfactory performance
of all work necessary for the complete installation, testing and operation of the
plumbing system accordance with the applicable drawing and this section of that
specifications consisting of, but not necessarily limited to the following:
a. Soil, waste, and vents pipe system, within the building up to sewer line.
b. Interior fire protection system consisting of combination standpipes, valves,
fire hose cabinets, inlets, connectors, and portable fire extinguishers.
c. Water service connection from main building distribution system.
d. Furnishing, installation and testing of water closets, lavatories, accessories
including controls & piping works.
e. Furnishing and installation of all plumbing fixtures, fittings, trims, and
accessories.
f. All work shall be performed in accordance with the requirements of all
applicable laws of the Republic of the Philippines and all local codes and
ordinances.
1.2 The contractor is required to refer to all mechanical, electrical, structural, and
architectural plans and specifications all shall investigate all possible interference and
conditions affecting his work in this section and that of the other sections.
1.3 All plumbing works to be done and sizes of pipe to be used shall be of the sizes,
which are required and in accordance with the NATIONAL PLUMBING CODE OF THE
PHILIPPINES.
Section 2: General
2.1 DRAWING AND SPECIFICATIONS:
a) The contract drawings and the specifications are complimentary to each
other, and any labor or materials called for by both, if necessary, for the
successful operation of any other types of equipment shall be furnished and
installed without additional cost of Procuring Entity.
b) All dimensional locations of fixtures, equipment, floors and roof drains risers
and pipe. Chases shall be verified on the architectural drawings and
manufacturer’s catalogs.
c) Upon completion of the work as described herein, the Contractor shall at his
own expense furnish the Procuring Entity originals and three (3) sets of “AS
BUILT” Plans for future reference and maintenance purposes.

2.2 PROTECTION
The contractor shall protect all his work and materials loss, injury, or
defacement. Protection of fixtures and materials shall be provided by boards,
papers and/or cloth as required and any loss, damaged or deface material shall
be replaced by the Contractor at his own expense.

2.3 INSTALLATION AND WORKMANSHIP

a. All labor shall be performed in a first-class, neat and workman like manner by
mechanic skilled in their work shall be satisfactory to the Project Architect.
b. No piping in any location shall be closed, furred in or covered before testing
and the examination of same by the inspector, Procuring Entity or their
representatives.

Section 3: Identification of Materials

a. Each length of pipe, fitting, traps, fixtures, and device used in the plumbing system
shall have cast, stamped or indelibly marked on it the manufacturer’s trademark or
name, the weight, the type, and classes of product when so required by the standards
mentioned above.
 b. All plumbing fixtures and fittings installed without the above trademarks shall be
removed and replaced with probably marked fixtures and fittings without any extra cost
to the Procuring Entity.

Section 4: Water Supply

a. Pipes and fittings for waterline shall be as SPECIFIED BY EPPI.
b. Valves-All valves, unless otherwise specified shall be gate valves of size as indicated in
the drawings: for hot water supply, valves and fittings shall be insulated of a thickness
equal to that of the insulation on the adjoining pipe, securely fastened in place.
4.1 SANITARY DRAINAGE
a. Soil and waste Pipes and Fittings: Soil and waste pipes and fittings shall be PVC
pipes (POLYVINYL CHLORIDE) series 1000 Neltex.
b. Vent Pipes and Fittings: Vent pipes and fittings shall be PVC pipes.
c. Shower and Floor Drains: Shower and floor drains shall be of high grade,
strong, tough, and even grained metals.
d. Cleanouts:
1. Ceiling cleanouts shall be of the same material as pipe with sealed
screw type, raised head plug.
2. Floor cleanouts shall be cast-iron body with brass plug, colt-type, or
countersunk head; METMA brand.
4.2 HANGERS, INSERTS AND PIPE SUPPORTS
A. Provide suitable and substantial hangers and supports for all piping.
B. Support horizontal piping in accordingly approved sizes where pipe clamps are
too short to connect to the building construction.

Section 5: Execution
5.1 GENERAL INSTALLATION PIPES
A. Install pipes approximately as shown on the drawings, as straight and direct as
possible forming right angles parallel lines with walls and other pipes, and neatly
spaced unless otherwise indicated. Care shall be taken not to weaken the
structural portions of the building.
 B. Maintain minimum slope of 3mm (1/8 inch fall per foot) on all soil, waste and
drain lines 100mm in diameter.
C. Do not install pipes or other apparatus in a manner which will interfere with
full swing of the doors and windows.
D. The arrangement, position and connection of pipe fixtures, drains, valves and
the like indicated on the drawings shall be followed as closely as possible, the
right is reserved by the Procuring Entity to change location and elevations to
accommodate conditions which may arise during the progress of the work prior
to installation, without additional cost of the Procuring Entity for such changes.
The responsibility for accurately laying out of the work rests with this Contractor.
Should be found that any work if laid out caused interference, the matter shall
be reported to the Engineer before connecting the work.
E. Ream all screwed pipes smooth before installation. Do not bend, flatten, split
or injure pipes in any way.
F. Use reducing fittings, in making reduction in size of pipe. Bushing will not be
allowed unless specifically approved.
G. Where chrome plated piping is installed, cut and thread pipe. Bushing will not
be allowed unless specifically approved.
H. Carry fixture connections, concealed in building constructions, to points above
floor, break out close to underside of fixture and rise exposed to fixture.
I. No piping shall be installed which will provide a cross or interconnection
between a distribution supply of drinking water of Domestic use and pollution or
waste pipe, the water line shall be placed above the waste pipe in ground
installation.

5.2 INSTALLATION OF WATER SUPPLY AND FITTINGS

A. The piping shall be extended to all fixtures, outlets and equipment. Ends of
pipes and outlets shall be capped or plugged and left ready for future
connections.
B. Branch pipe from service line may take off main, bottom of main, or side of
main, using such cross over fittings as may be required by structural or
installation conditions.
All service pipes, valves and fittings shall be kept at sufficient distance from other
work to permit finished covering not less than 12.7mm (1/2”) from such other
work and not less than 12.7mm between finished coverings on the different
 services. No water piping shall be buried in floors until after they have been
inspected and approved.
C. Where the branch serves more than one fixture, the branch shall be increased
in size in proportion to sizes as shown on the drawings.
D. Cast bronze unions shall be installed at the connection to all equipment so
that they may be conveniently disassembles.
E. Upon completion of water system, flush out lines and all valve sets to clear
system of particles and dirt.

5.3 INSTALLATION OF SOIL, WASTE, VENT, AND DRAINAGE PIPING

A. Horizontal Drainage Pipe and Vent Piping Horizontal waste pipe 75mm (3”)
and smaller shall have minimum grade of 6mm (1/4”) per foot, and for 100mm
(4”) and larger, 3mm (1/8”) per foot. Vertical vent pipes may be connected to a
vent lines carrying other fixtures, the connection to be at least 1.20m (4 feet)
above floor on which the fixtures and located to prevent the use of any vent
lines as waste lines. Horizontal waste lines receiving the discharge from two (2)
or more fixtures shall be provided with vents, unless separate venting of fixtures
noted.
B. Fittings - All changes in pipes sizes on soil waste line shall be made with
reducing fittings or recessed reducers. All changes in direction shall be made
with the appropriate use of 45 wyes, half wyes, long sweep quarter bends, or
elbows may use in soil and waste lines where the change in direction of flow is
from horizontal to vertical, and on the discharge from water closets. Where it
become necessary to use short radius fittings in any other location, the approval
of the Procuring Entity shall be obtained before they are installed.
C. Traps - Each fixture and place of equipment connection to the drainage system
except fixture with continuous waste shall be equipped with a trap. Traps shall
be placed as near to fixtures as possible.

5.4 FIXTURES AND EQUIPMENT SUPPORTS AND FASTENINGS

 All fixtures and equipment shall be supported and fattened in a satisfactory
manner.
A. Where secured to concrete on hollow block, walls, they shall be
fastened with 6mm (1/4”) brass bolts with twenty threads to the inch and
of sufficient length to extend at least 75mm (3”) into solid concrete on
hollow block work; fitted with loose tubing or sleeve inserts, shall be
securely anchored and installed flushed with the finished wall and shall
be completely concealed when the fixtures are installed.
B. Where though bolts are used, they shall be provided with name plates
and washers at backsets so that head, nuts and washer will be concealed
by plaster. Bolts and nuts shall be hexagonal, and screw shall be provided
chromium brass washers.
C. Upon completion of work, all fixtures, trimmings, and equipment shall
be thoroughly cleaned, polished and left in first class condition for final
acceptance.

5.5 CLEANING AND PAINTING

A. Prior to acceptance of the work, thoroughly clean all exposed metal surface
and rid of grease, dirt, or other foreign material. Chrome or nickel - plated
piping’s, fitting and trimming shall be polished.
B. Pipe hangers, supports and all other iron work in concealed spaces shall be
thoroughly cleaned and painted with one coat of red lead and a finish coat of oil
enamel paint.
C. All exposed soil, waste and vent piping or cast iron that are asphalt or tar-
coated shall be given two (2) coats of shellac and two (2) coats of oil paint.

5.6 WATER SYSTEM TEST

A. Upon completion of the roughing-in and before fixtures, the entire water
piping system shall be tested at a hydrostatic pressure of one and half ( 1- 1/2 )
times the expected working pressure in the system when in operation, and
proven tight at this pressure or not less than 150 psi gauge.
B. Where a portion of the water piping system is to be concealed before
completion, this portion shall be tested separately in a manner to that described
for the entire system, and in the presence of the Procuring Entity or its
representative.
5.7 DRAINAGE SYSTEM TEST
A. The entire drainage and venting system shall have necessary opening which
can be plugged to permit the entire system to be filled with water to the level of
the highest vent stack and/or vent above the roof.
B. The system shall hold this water for a full thirty (30) minutes during which
time there shall be no drop more than four inches 100mm (4”).
C. If and when the Procuring Entity decides that an additional test is needed,
such as an air or smoke test on the drainage system, the Contractor shall
perform such test without additional cost to the Procuring Entity.
 DIVISION 3:
ELECTRICAL
DIVISION 16: ELECTRICAL
Section 1: Scope
Under this division, provide all materials and equipment and perform all the work
necessary for the complete execution of all Electrical Works as shown on the Electrical
Drawings, except as otherwise excluded, and which without the excluding the generality
of the foregoing, shall include but not limited to the following principal items of work:
a. Furnish and install power service conduits, wires and accessories including concrete
pedestal and related concreting and civil works.
b. Furnish and install all air circuit breakers, panel boards, circuit breakers in individual
enclosures and disconnect switches.
c. Furnish and install complete wiring system for lighting and power including feeders,
branch circuits and taps.
d. Furnish and install all lighting fixtures, wiring devices and necessary wire gutters,
boxes, etc.
e. Furnish and install a complete conduit system, boxes with cover.
f. Furnish and install a complete grounding system.
g. Perform terminations for all electrical systems. h. Complete testing of all electrical
systems
i. Grouting of openings in floors and walls after all pipes or conduits are in place and
sealing all of such openings if not used.
j. If anything has been omitted in any item of work or materials usually furnished, which
are necessary for the completion of the electrical works as outlined herein before, then
such items shall be and re hereby included in this division of the work.
Section 2: Codes
The work under this contract is to be installed according to the requirements of the
latest Philippine Electrical Code, the rules and regulations of the local authorities,
requirements of the local power and telephone companies. Nothing contained in these
Specifications or shown in the Drawings shall be construed as to conflict with National
 and Local ordinances or laws governing the installation of electrical works, and all such
laws and ordinances are hereby made part of these Specifications.
Section 3: Record Drawings
a. The Contractor shall, during the progress of the work, keep a record of all deviations
of the installation from that shown on the Contract Drawings.
b. Upon completion of the work, the Contractor shall submit two (2) copies of the as-
built drawings, indicating the work as actually and finally installed, including new
information not originally shown in the Contract Drawings, to the Project Manager
for approval as to conformance with the design concepts and compliance with
pertinent Code provisions.
c. Approval of the As-built Drawings by the Project Manager shall be a requirement for
final acceptance of the completed work and for final payment.

Section 4: Guarantee
a. The Contractor shall guarantee that the electrical system is free from all grounds
and from all defective workmanship and materials and will remain so for a period of
one (1) year from date of acceptance of the work. Any defects appearing within the
aforementioned period shall be remedied by the Contractor at his expense.
b. The Contractor shall indemnify and save harmless the Owner, the Architect and
Engineers from all liability for damages arising from injuries or disabilities to persons
or damage to property occasioned by any act or omissions of the Contractor or any
of his sub-contractors, including any and all expenses, legal or otherwise which may
be incurred by the Owner, Project Manager or the Engineers, in the defense of any
claim, action or suit.
Section 5: Workmanship
The work throughout shall be executed in the best and most thorough manner to the
satisfaction of Project Manager and Engineers, who will jointly interpret the meaning of
the drawings and specifications and shall have the power to reject any work and
materials which in their judgment, are not in full accordance therewith. The Contractor
shall assume responsibility and shall provide the service of a qualified engineer to
supervise the complete installation of equipment and systems and who shall be
available for conducting the final acceptance test.
Section 6: Materials
6.1 Conduits:
a. Intermediate Metallic Conduit (IMC): NEMA Standard trade sizes.
b. Polyvinyl-chloride (PVC)
Conduit: Standard trade sizes, heavy wall, Emerald.

6.3 Molded Case Circuit Breakers: Plastic Enclosure Type with transparent plastic covers by
GALCO. Voltages and full load amperes shall be UL and NEMA rated. Project requirements shall
be as shown in the Plans. Breakers shall be thermal-magnetic, quick-make, quick-break, trip-
free from handle, trip-indicating, number as shown in the Plans.

6.4 Wiring Devices:

a. Wall Switches: 15A, 300V, Classic Series Wall Switch , Brand: Touchplate
b. Sockets: Brand: FELCO (WH912) 16 amp, 250V, Duplex Universal Outlet with Ground. White
plastic cover.

6.5 Lighting Fixtures:

a. Fluorescent Light: 2x40W, Recessed type with Aluminum Reflector by Firefly Lighting.
b. Pinlights: 15W, Recessed type, Round Molded Plastic Casing, 120° Light Angle. Brand: Omni
Section 7: Installation

7.1 Conduits
a. Install in accordance with applicable codes and recognized standards of good practice.
b. Locate approximately as shown on drawings; actual routing subject to approval.
c. Embedded conduits shall be set before pouring begins. Route in as direct a line and with a
long radius bend as possible.
d. Joints: make with approved couplings and unions to provide electrically continuous and
moisture tight system.
e. Drainage: Avoid pockets in conduit runs as much as possible; provide suitable fittings at low
spots in exposed conduit where pocket cannot be avoided. Weep holes not permitted.
f. Conduit connections at panels and boxes: double locknuts and insulating bushings.

7.2 Conductors
a. Place all wiring, in raceway of type or types indicated. Provide all required and indicated
accessories for proper installation of all wiring.
b. Bending radii: not less than permitted by PEC.
c. Splicing is permissible only in junction boxes or similar accessible locations. Number of splices
held to absolute minimum.
d. Marking: mark each end of every power or control cable with a plastic tag securely fastened
to it bearing circuit use identification. Also mark cables in pull or junction boxes.

7.3 Panel Boards/Circuit Breakers:

a. Maximum distance from floor to centerline of highest point shall be 1800mm.
b. Provide mounting materials required, make connections specified or shown.
c. Provide extension troughs and pull boxes for column-type panels.

7.4 Wiring Devices:

a. Install Light Switches at locations as indicated in the plans. Set switch modules upright, with
the long dimension vertical. Minimum clearance from door openings shall be 200mm to
centerline of plate, 1400mm centerline of plate to finish floor.
b. Install convenience outlets as indicated in the plans. Unless otherwise specified, convenience
outlets shall be 300mm from finish floor to centerline of plate. For countertop outlets, 300mm
from surface of counter to centerline of plate.

7.5 Fixtures:
- Install fixtures according to specified locations in the plans and as directed by Project
Manager. Fixtures shall be installed according to manufacturer’s specifications and in as fine
and workmanlike manner.