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1. SCOPE OF WORKS

A. The Scope of works includes the supply, delivery to site, installation, testing and
commissioning of the various complete systems outlined briefly below, and as described
elsewhere in the specification documents.

B. The contractor shall be responsible to visit the site to familiarize himself with the
scope of work, preparation of shop drawings and obtaining approval from the various
authorities prior to execution of work. The contractor shall also be responsible for
obtaining all materials and workmanship approval during execution and on completion of
works including the connection of permanent power supply and KWH meter. All costs
and charges required by the various authorities shall be included in the scope of work
except the power connection charges which shall be reimbursed by the Client to the
Contractor immediately upon production of actual payment receipts by the Contractor.

a. LV switchboards and all necessary interconnecting cabling and associated earthing

systems.

b. Sub-main distribution cabling including all cable trays, brackets and cleats.

c. Final sub circuit wiring including all necessary conduit, trays and trunking.

d. All general and special purpose power accessories and switchgear.

e. All electrical accessories including switches, power outlets, floor service boxes, hand
dryers, Isolators, etc.

f. Switches and all connections for internal and external lighting installation.

g. Installation of light fittings, lamps, switches and all connections for internal and external
lighting installation (supply of light fittings shall be covered under provisional sum).

h. Lighting control system

i. Telecommunications System including Cable Trays, Trunking, Conduit / Wiring, Outlet

Boxes, Accessories, Cabinets, Ducts, Manhole, Cabling, etc. to ANSI requirements.

j. All necessary power supplies terminating in an isolating switch located within 2 meters of
the mechanical equipment/panels.

k. All coordination with other sub trade to supply and install power supply to the various
equipment including all conduits, ducts for the installation of the control wires by the equipment
supplier.

l. Any cost associated with removing existing services of electrical, control system
and telephone system.

1.1 The work shall comprise the whole of the labour and, unless otherwise indicated, all
the materials necessary to form a complete installation and such tests, adjustments
and commissioning as are prescribed in subsequent clauses and as may otherwise
be required to give an effective working installation to the satisfaction of the
Engineer.
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2.0 GENERAL

2.1 This specification is for the Mechanical and Electrical (MEP) works. However, the
Instructions to Tenderers, Form of Tender, Conditions of contract, Note on Pricing,
Preliminaries Section and any Supplementary Conditions of Contract applicable to
Main Contract shall be applicable to this contract also.

2.2 The term Contractor used in the MEP documents and drawings is to be considered
to mean the Contractor for MEP works.

2.3 Contractor shall be responsible for proper performance of all MEP systems in
accordance with relevant standards and codes and design parameters listed
hereinafter.

2.4 Provide all items, articles, materials, operations, sundries, labour, supervision,
guarantees, allowances for overhead and profit, etc., to achieve a fully functionable
and acceptable system.

2.5 The precedence of documents and drawings shall be as determined in the Main
Contract. However, consider the specifications as an integral part of the work
together with the drawings. Consider any item or subject omitted from one, but
mentioned or reasonably implied on the other as properly and sufficiently indicated
and provide the same under the work of this division.

2.6 The Contractor is responsible for developing his own take off of materials and is to
make this available as requested to the Consultant.

3.0 EXAMINATION OF SITE AND DRAWINGS.

3.1 Visit the site of the proposed works and obtain all information as to existing
conditions and limitations and all proposed works on adjacent sites and in adjacent
areas which might affect the works on this site, whether by Private Individuals or by
Government Authorities or others.

3.2 Examine the documents including the Specifications and Drawings of all other
Divisions before bidding and again before commencing any portion of the works.

3.3 Neither the Owner nor the Consultant will be responsible for any claim for extra work
or expense resulting from the failure of the Contractor to be fully aware of Site
Conditions.

4.0 PERMITS, FEES AND INSPECTIONS.

4.1 Arrange for inspection of all work by the Local Authorities as and where applicable.
This is to occur on an on-going basis throughout construction to avoid delays to the
project. On completion of the work, present to the Consultant, for the Owner, final
unconditional approval certificates of the Inspecting Authorities.

4.2 Pay fees / charges as levied by the Local Authorities for inspections, approvals,
temporary services, connections, etc. at no additional cost to contract unless noted
otherwise.

4.3 Before commencing any work on site, submit the shop drawings (approved by the
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Consultant) to the Authorities, as and where applicable, for checking and approval.
Follow the progress of such drawings to permit the timely approval of them by the
Authorities. Comply with any changes requested by the Authorities, but notify the
Consultant immediately of any such change and obtain his approval.

5.0 CONTRACT DRAWINGS

5.1 The drawings for services works are design drawings, diagrammatic, and intended to
convey the scope of work and indicate general arrangement and approximate
locations of apparatus, fixtures, pipe and duct runs, etc. The drawings do not intend
to indicate architectural or structural details.

These cannot be used as shop drawings. Contractor must develop own detailed
shop drawings for work at site.

5.2 Do not scale drawings. Obtain accurate dimensions to structure and architectural
items from drawings of those trades. Confirm by site measurement. Verify location
and elevation of all services (Water, Electrical, Telephone, Sanitary, Storm Drainage,
Gas, etc.) before proceeding with the work.

5.3 Make at no extra cost, any changes or additions to materials, and / or equipment
necessary to accommodate structural conditions (pipes or ducts around beams,
columns, etc.)

5.4 Alter, at no additional cost, the location of materials and/ or equipment as directed,
provided that the changes are made before installation and do not necessitate
additional material.

5.5 Install all ceiling mounted components (Diffusers, grilles, detectors, light fixtures,
emergency lights, fire detectors, loudspeakers, camera points, etc.) in accordance
with the reflected ceiling drawings which are to be prepared by the Contractor and
coordinated with all trades. These must be submitted for approval and be approved
before any work commences on site.

5.6 Leave space clear and install all work to accommodate future materials and/or
equipment as indicated and/or supplied by other divisions of work of the contract.
Install all pipe runs, conduit runs, cable trays, etc., to maintain maximum headroom
and clearances, and to conserve space in shafts and ceiling spaces and under
floors, and to provide adequate space for service and maintenance.

5.7 Confirm on the site the exact location of outlets and fixtures.

6.0 SHOP DRAWINGS, BUILDER’S WORK DRAWINGS AND MATERIAL

SUBMITTALS

6.1 Within 15 days of award of Contract, submit programme of works. Alongwith the
programme, submit a schedule detailing proposed submission dates for all Material
Submittals, Shop drawings and Builder’s work drawings. Allow 15 days review
period by the Consultant for each submission.

6.2 Contractor must obtain, from the Consultant, approvals of all materials, equipment
and drawings within appropriate time to facilitate work at site, but, within 75 days
latest, from the Contract award date. This period includes any required
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resubmissions till final approval is obtained.

6.3 Prepare drawings in conjunction with all trades concerned, showing sleeves and
openings for all passages through structure and all insert sizes and locations.

6.4 Prepare composite construction drawings, fully dimensioned, of piping and

equipment in tunnels, shafts, mechanical equipment rooms and areas, and all other
critical locations to avoid a conflict of trades.

Base equipment drawings upon shop drawings and include but do not necessarily
limit to, all details pertaining to access, cleanouts, tappings, sleeves, electrical
connections, drains, location and elevation of pipes, ducts, conduits, etc., obtained
from consultation with, and agreement of, all trades involved.

6.5 Prepare drawings of equipment bases, pump pits, anchors, inertia slabs, floor and
roof curbs, wall openings, trenches.

6.6 Prepare all drawings to scale as agreed with the Consultant. Generally, the scale
shall be 1:50 for layouts and 1:20 for Details and Sections, etc. Forward these
drawings, approved by all trades concerned to the Consultant for his records.
Provide copies in a number as specified elsewhere in the Contract but not less than
four sets.

6.7 Drawings production and presentation is a Contractual matter and any delay in
making these submissions will be considered a Contractual delay and may be
subject to Contractual penalties in accordance with Contract documents.

6.8 The Consultant will only consider shop drawings bearing the stamp of the Contractor
and all Subcontractors involved. Check for all pertinent information such as physical
dimensions, make, performance, electrical characteristics and indicate the intended
use and location before submitting these drawings. Use reference symbols or
enumeration to correspond to the design drawings.

6.9 Assume responsibility for accuracy of equipment dimensions related to space

available, accessibility for maintenance and service, compliance with inspection
authorities codes. Ensure that shop drawings indicate working weights of all
equipment.

6.10 The submission of samples, wherever required by Consultant, will be subject to the
same procedure as that of shop drawings. One set of such samples shall be
required to be brought to site and kept there after approval till substantial completion.

6.11 The Consultant will mark the drawings "Approved / Approved with comments /
Revise and Resubmit / Not Approved. Contractor shall resubmit accordingly.

6.12 The Consultant is not responsible for any delays caused by the inadequacy of the
Contractor's drawings or his failure to obtain initial or subsequent approval. Any time
taken by the Contractor to obtain approval after the originally scheduled date will be
considered as a delay to the contract caused by the Contractor.

6.13 The Consultant's review shall not relieve the Contractor from responsibility for
deviations from the Contract documents, unless he has, in writing, called the
Consultant's attention to such deviations at the time of submission of drawings. The
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Consultant's approval shall not relieve the Contractor from the entire responsibility.
Any approval by the Consultant shall be on the understanding that any item
submitted shall be ordered with options and modifications to fully meet the
specification. Any fabrication, erection, setting out or other work done in advance of
receipt of stamped drawings shall be done entirely at the Contractor's risk and cost.

6.14 Furnish prints of the reviewed details to all other parties who may require them for
proper coordination of their work, and furnish all information necessary for the work
as a whole.

6.15 Obtain Manufacturers' installation directions to aid in the proper execution of the
work. Submit two copies of such directions to the Consultant prior to installation, for
use in inspecting the work.

7.0 RECORD (AS-BUILT) DRAWINGS

7.1 As the job progresses, mark on one set of prints to accurately indicate the status of
installed work. Have the prints available for inspection at the site at all times. 30 days
before commissioning, finalize the As Built drawings and submit 2 sets as draft to the
consultant for checking and approval. Upon approval, submit one set of
transparencies and three sets of prints to the consultant for onward transmission to
the client.

7.2 Show on the record drawings the installed inverts of all services entering and leaving
the building and the property. Dimension underground services at key points of every
run in relation to structure and building. Record all elevations for underground
services in relation to floor level of the building and give reference datums to
Municipal benchmarks.

8.0 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUALS

8.1 Upon successful commissioning, submit one draft of Operation and Maintenance
Manuals for review and approval of Consultant.

Separate binders shall be used as follows:

1. Electrical

2. Communication Systems.

8.2 The minimum information required is as follows :

1. Catalogs highlighting the Make, Model and other necessary details for all
Material and Equipment installed.

2. List of Local Agents / Suppliers for all Materials and Equipment with
Telephone, Fax and Email address.

3. Detailed description of systems operation.

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4. Procedures for Preventive, regular and the breakdown maintenance, with

Manufacturer’s Operation and Maintenance Catalog for all Systems /
Equipments.

5. Commissioning data for all Systems / Equipment.

6. List of recommended spares.

7. Country of Origin Certificate

8.3 Upon approval of the draft by the Consultant, submit 4 set of manuals to Consultants for
onward submission to the Owner.

9.0 TEMPORARY SERVICE.

9.1 Do not use any of the permanent service facilities during construction, unless specific
written approval is obtained from the Consultant and the Owner or where specifically
allowed elsewhere in the Contract Documents.

9.2 In the event that mains power is not available or is not of sufficient capacity for
commissioning and testing, supply, install and operate diesel generator(s) of the
correct capacity.

Any generator must have full safety features and must be maintained regularly to
ensure site power at all times.

10.0 COOPERATION

10.1 Confer with all trades installing equipment which may affect the work of this division,
and arrange equipment in proper relation with that equipment installed under all
Divisions of the Contract.

10.2 Furnish all items to be built in by others, in time, complete with all pertinent
information, commensurate with the progress of the work.

10.3 Store materials neatly and out of the way and clean up all refuse caused by the work
daily.

11.0 EXISTING WORK AND EQUIPMENT

Before this Contractor undertakes work in any area he must prepare a list of
deficiencies in that area which affect his works, or which could possibly be construed
as being caused by himself if not noted. In the event that such deficiency list is not
prepared, then he shall be deemed responsible for such deficiencies. Any list shall
be brought to the attention of the Consultant forthwith.

12.0 SUPERVISION.

12.1 The Subcontractor will maintain at site, as necessary for the performance of the
Contract, qualified personnel and supporting staff, with proven experience in
erecting, testing, and adjusting projects of comparable nature and complexity.
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12.2 Before commencing work the Contractor will submit details of the proposed
Engineers and Supervisors, including copies of their Certificates. If in the
Consultant's opinion the proposed Engineers or Supervisors are not adequately
qualified or are otherwise unacceptable, the onus is on the Contractor to submit
alternates until such approval is given.

12.3 Where the Contractor's staff becomes during the Contract deficient in performance,
the Contractor is to remedy the situation by immediate and appropriate replacement,
to Consultant’s approval.

12.4 Approval of the Contractor's Engineers or Staff shall in no way prevent the
withdrawal of that approval at any time during the Contract should the Consultant so
desire. In the event of such disapproval, Contractor will be required to rectify the
position as stated above within 14 days.

12.5 In the event of any negligent or severely detrimental behavior the Consultant has the
right to order the removal from site of any Engineer, Supervisor, or worker on a
"forthwith" basis.

13.0 CLEANING.

13.1 Each day as the work proceeds and on completion, clean up and remove from the
premises all rubbish, surplus material, equipment, machinery, tools, scaffolds, and
other items used in the performance of the work. Clean out dirt and debris and leave
the buildings broom clean with no stains and in a condition acceptable to the
Consultant.

13.2 Where electrical items form part of the visible finish in the rooms, protect from
over-painting, etc. and give all items a final cleaning before handing over of the
project.

14.0 ACCESSIBILITY, ACCESS PANELS AND DOORS.

14.1 Any item of equipment requiring maintenance shall be located so as to be accessible

for maintenance or repair without removing adjacent structures, equipment, pipings,
ducts or other materials.

14.2 Install all concealed equipment requiring adjustment or maintenance in locations

easily accessible through access panels or doors. Install systems and components
to result in a minimum number of access panels. Indicate access panels on as-built
drawings.

14.3 Provide the respective Division of work with panels, doors or frames, complete with
all pertinent information for installation.

Ensure that access doors are installed in a manner to match the building grids where
applicable.

14.4 Prepare detail drawings showing location and type of all access doors in
coordination with other trades before proceeding with installation and hand these to
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the Contractor to obtain approval.

14.5 Size all access doors to provide adequate access and commensurate with the type
of structure and Architectural finish. Should it be necessary for persons to enter,
provide a minimum opening of 600 x 450 mm.

14.6 Ensure proper fire rating of access doors in fire separations

14.7 Lay-in type ceiling tiles, if properly marked may serve as access panels.

14.8 The access panels shall be constructed and shall have finishing to match
surrounding architectural construction and finishes and shall be to engineer’s
approval or as specified elsewhere in the contract documents.

15.0 CONTRACTORS RESPONSIBILITY

15.1 The appointed Contractor shall accept full functional responsibility for all electrical
services to meet the requirements of the Client / Engineer and generally in
accordance with this specification.

15.2 The Contractors tender submission shall include for all the necessary material, plant,
equipment and systems to meet the Engineer's approval whether specifically
mentioned herein or not.

The scope of work shall include, but not necessarily be limited to the following:

15.3 Design Parameters

The electrical system equipment selection and installation shall comply with the
particular requirements listed hereunder:

15.4 Site Conditions

All electrical equipment and components shall be selected and installed such as to
operate satisfactorily and safely under the following climatic conditions.

Maximum shade temperature in summer 50 deg. C

Direct sun temperature in summer 84 deg. C

Minimum ambient temperature in winter 2.8 deg. C

Relative humidity max 100

Rusty atmosphere

15.5 System of Supply

Three phase, neutral and separate protective conductor (TT).

The system of supply shall be at 400V 3Ph, 50HZ with a maximum short circuit
capacity of 50 KA for 1 second at the main bus bar of the LV Switch Board.
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The electrical system shall have following system variations at the sub-station:

Voltage +/- 6%

Frequency +/- 4%

18.0 REGULATIONS

The installation shall be carried out in accordance with the current edition and
supplements of the following Regulations and Standards:

(a) Statutory Regulations of DEWA and TECOM.

(b) It is the contractor's responsibility to ensure that the electrical work and
installation meets with the requirements of the relevant authorities and
there shall be no extra cost whatsoever paid by the client due to the
requirement of the authorities.

(c) IEE regulations 17`s edition with latest amendments.

(d) All relevant BS, IEC Standards.

(f) Other appropriate regulations under statute.

(g) Requirements of BS 7671, 2008.

19.0 DEFINITIONS

For the purpose of this Specification:

(1) The definitions given in the IEE Regulations for Electrical Installations apply.

(2) The words "weatherproof" and "dust protecting" shall have the meanings
ascribed to them in the relevant regulations.

(3) The words "complete installation" in Clause 1.1 shall mean not only
the major items of plant and apparatus conveyed by the Specification,
but all the incidental sundry components necessary for the complete
execution of the works and for the proper operation of the installation,
with their labour charges, whether or not these sundry components
are mentioned in detail in the tender documents issued in connection
with the contract.
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20.0 PHASE IDENTIFICATION

Phase identification shall be as per the latest BS 7671 Standards amendment no. 2,
2004 Appendix-7.

Function Marking New conductor colour

3 phase circuit
Phase – 1 - L1 - Brown
Phase – 2 - L2 - Black
Phase – 3 - L3 - Grey
Single Phase Circuit - L - Brown
Neutral - N - Blue
Protective conductor - Green and Yellow

21.0 VOLTAGE DROP

The voltage drop between the incoming LV switchboard and the extremity of any
circuit shall not exceed 4% of the nominal supply voltage.

22.0 TELECOMMUNICATIONS INTERFERENCE

The whole of the electrical installation work shall be so designed that there is an
absolute minimum of interference with telecommunications, and the reception of
broadcasting to BS 800 or any other relevant BS.

23.0 SEGREGATION OF SERVICES

The armour of all cables, cable trays, trunking, ducts etc., shall be prevented from
coming into contact with non-electrical services by minimum spacing of 150mm.
Where this is impracticable they shall be bonded to the exposed metal of the
other service through a protective conductor.

24.0 BUILDER'S WORK

To reduce the necessity for cutting away and the like, certain holes and chases will
be provided in the structure by the Contractor to the Engineer's instructions.

The Contractor shall plan his work so that full advantage is taken of these provision's
but it is the Contractor's sole responsibility to ensure that all holes and chases are in
the required position and that any additional ducts, holes and chases necessary for
the execution of his work in the in-situ concrete walls, floor slabs, columns and
beams are executed in the early stage of construction of the building.
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25.0 FOUNDATION BOLTS AND SUPPORTS

25.1 The Contractor shall arrange for the supply of, in advance of the delivery of the
equipment, all necessary foundation bolts, nuts, plates, sleeves and anchorage’s as
and when directed.

25.2 All cable trays, cable trunkings, light fittings and any other electrical components
shall be installed and supported using a standard product recommended by the
manufacturer, where such support is not a standard product range. The contractor
shall only use galvanized material to engineer's approval as a support.

26.0 DESIGN AND STANDARDISATION

26.1 The Works shall be executed to facilitate inspection, cleaning and repairs for use
where continuity of operation is the first consideration. All equipment supplied shall
ensure satisfactory operation under working conditions. All plant containing rotating
parts shall be capable of operating at speeds up to the maximum duty specified
without vibration or excessive noise.

26.2 Corresponding parts throughout the Contract Works shall be made to gauge and
shall be interchangeable wherever possible. The Contractor may be required by the
Engineer to prove interchangeability by actual interchanging of the various parts.

26.3 Suitable provision by means of eyebolts or other means are to be provided to

facilitate handling of all items that are too heavy or bulky for lifting and carrying by
two men (70 kg).

27.0 MATERIALS, SHOP DRAWINGS AND WORKMANSHIP

27.1 The contractor shall be responsible to obtain the Consultant's approval on the
detailed working drawings prior to ordering any equipment and commencing the
installation.

27.2 Separate drawings shall be provided for each electrical system.

27.3 The contractor shall be responsible for preparing a dimensional shop drawing
showing the exact location and mounting height of the different components.

27.4 The contractor shall also be responsible for preparing enlarged scale details,
sections and elevations wherever requested by the Engineer.

27.5 If requested by the Engineer, the contractor shall forward coordinated shop drawings
showing the exact locations of all services.

27.6 In addition to the above, the Contractor shall forward schematic diagrams for all
system. The schematic diagram shall include all details requested by the Engineer.

27.7 It is a requirement of the specification that the finished appearance of the plant in
public areas is of a high architectural standard and all panels, covers, trim panels,
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finishes and the like shall be included to provide this required appearance to
the satisfaction of the Engineer.

27.8 The whole of the equipment supplied shall be of durable finish and suitable for
installation in a modern building.

27.9 The Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring that the components of each
system are mutually compatible and integrated to form fully efficient systems
complying with the Drawings and specifications.

27.10 All materials shall be, where applicable, in accordance with the IEE, BS Regulations,
UL Specifications, Factories Act and Insurance Company requirements, where such
exists, unless otherwise specified or agreed by the Engineer in writing.

27.11 All articles and materials specified to conform to the Standards shall be clearly and
indelibly marked and stamped with the Standard number specified and other details
required by the regulations, except where marking is impracticable when the relevant
advice / delivery notes shall include the Standard number with which they are to
comply.

27.12 All materials and workmanship shall be to the satisfaction of the Engineer, particular
attention shall be paid to a neat orderly well arranged installation, carried out in a
methodical competent manner.

The contractor shall be responsible to replace all the unsatisfactory work to the
engineer without any extra cost and to the standard required by the consultant. This
also applies to any item which is found to be defective in service during the
maintenance period or extended maintenance as appropriate.

27.13 No person shall be allowed to execute any type of work which is normally carried out
by a skilled tradesman unless he is thoroughly experienced and proficient in the
trade concerned. The Engineer shall have the option to require a tradesman to
demonstrate his proficiency to the satisfaction of the Engineer.

28.0 SAMPLES

Whenever requested, the Contractor shall provide a sample properly labeled of all
lighting fittings, switches, fittings and other like accessories described in this
specification or as specified by the Engineer.

Such samples shall be submitted to the Engineer for his approval at his offices or
elsewhere as directed, with all parts left loose, so that they may be taken apart for
internal inspection by hand without the necessity of using spanners, screw drivers or
wrenches.

29.0 STORAGE OF PLANT AND EQUIPMENT

29.1 All plant and equipment shall be stored off the ground under weather-proof cover
until ready for incorporation in the works. All electrical apparatus shall be examined
and cleaned before installation. All open conduit ends shall be fitted with plastic caps
or suitable protective covering to prevent the ingress of foreign matter. All drums
with cables shall be protected from direct sunlight.
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29.2 Protect the building and structures from damage due to carrying out the work.

29.3 Protect all electrical works from damage. Keep all equipment dry and clean at all
times.

29.4 The contractor shall be responsible for and make good any damages caused directly
or indirectly to any walls, floors, wood work, brickwork, finishes, services, etc.

30.0 PAINTING (ELECTRICAL PLANT AND EQUIPMENT)

30.1 Where it is the usual practice of the manufacturer of items such as electric motors,
switchgear, control panels, and similar equipment, to apply a high standard of
protective paint work in the shop before dispatch, this will be acceptable
provided any damage to paint work on the plant and equipment which occurs
is made good by the Contractor to the satisfaction of the Engineer. The interiors
of control panels, switchboards and switchgear, finish paint (two coats work) shall
comply with the appropriate standard for enamel finish and the exteriors of such
panels shall be of an British Standard colour to give a minimum reflection value of
42%.

30.2 Instruments shall be finished dull black and control handles, push buttons and
similar fittings shall be chromium plated or otherwise specially finished to the
approval of the Engineer.

30.3 All items of equipment installed above the intalite suspended ceiling shall be painted
with a matt black finish.

31.0 LABELS

31.1 Identification labels of 'traffolite' or other approved material engraved black on white
both in Arabic and English language unless otherwise agreed, with not less than
5mm 'lino' style letters shall be fixed on or adjacent to all controls, switches and
distribution gear by means of at least two brass screws. Socket outlets of
voltage other than 230 volt AC shall be similarly identified or engraved.

31.2 The labels shall bear the identifications shown on the drawings, such as
identification, designation, function and where necessary, phase and voltage.

31.3 Each distribution board shall be complete with a chart protected by transparent
plastic and fixed securely to the inside of the lid indicating details of each circuit
controlled by the board. These details shall contain points of utilization served,
number and size of conductors and type of wiring.

31.4 A permanent warning labels durably marked “Earth Connection Do not Disconnect”
shall be permanently fixed in a visible position near each earthing and bonding
connection.

31.5 A mimic diagram shall be provided on each main, submain panel board and on each
motor control centre.

32.0 INSPECTION AND TESTS AT MANUFACTURER'S WORKS

32.1 The Engineer shall have at all reasonable times access to the Contractor's premises
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to inspect and examine the materials and workmanship of the plant and equipment
during its manufacture there, and if part of the plant and equipment is being
manufactured on other premises, the Contractor shall obtain for the engineer
permission to inspect as if the plant and equipment was manufactured on the
Contractor's own premises. Such inspection, examination or testing, if made, shall
not relieve the Contractor from any obligation under the Contract.

32.2 All work, materials and the like rejected shall be corrected or replaced as necessary
at the Contractor's expense to the satisfaction of the Engineer.

32.3 Where the plant and equipment is a composite unit of several individual places
manufactured in different places, it shall be assembled and tested as one complete
working unit. All equipment will be tested at the maker's works to the relevant
standards where applicable.

32.4 The aforementioned works tests carried out before delivery to the Site shall not in
any way relieve the Contractor of completing satisfactory site tests after erection as
specified.

32.5 The contractor shall give the Engineer reasonable notice, at least seven clear days
in writing of the date on and the place at which any plant or equipment will be ready
for testing as provided in the contract and the Engineer shall thereupon at his
discretion notify the contractor of his intention either to release such part of the plant
and equipment upon receipt of the works tests certificates or of his intention to
inspect such part of the plant and equipment and shall then, on giving twenty-four
hours notice in writing to the Contractor, attend at the place so named within seven
days of the date by which the contractor has stated in his notice the said plant and
equipment will be ready for testing. The Contractor shall forward to the Engineer six
duly certified copies of the test readings.

32.6 Whether at the premises of the Contractor or of any of his sub-contractors, the
Contractor except where otherwise specified shall provide, free of charge, such
labour, materials, electricity, fuel, water, stores, apparatus and instruments as may
be reasonably demanded, to carryout efficiently such tests of the plant and
equipment, in accordance with the contract and shall give facilities to the Engineer to
accomplish such testing.

32.7 Works tests shall also be carried out such that due consideration is given to the Site
conditions under which the equipment is required to function. The test certifications
shall give all details of such tests.

32.8 As and when any plant and equipment shall have passed the tests referred to in this
clause the Engineer shall issue to the Contractor a notification to that effect.

32.9 The Contractor shall not pack for delivery or transport to Site any part of the plant or
equipment until he has obtained from the Engineer his written approval to the
release of such part for delivery after any tests required by the Engineer in
terms of this clause have been completed to his satisfaction.

33.0 TESTING AND COMMISSIONING AT SITE

33.1 Upon completion of the installation or part of the installation, the Contractor shall
carry out and be responsible for the testing and commissioning all plant, equipment
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and integral systems, in stages if required, to ensure that it is in proper working order
and capable of performing all of its functions in accordance with the specification and
to the satisfaction of the Engineer. The Contractor shall be fully responsible for all
equipment until each item of plant, equipment or system or part thereof has been
tested, commissioned and accepted by the Engineer.

33.2 Any equipment damaged in commissioning shall be replaced by new plant by the
Contractor at his own expense and the plant, equipment or system concerned shall
be re-tested and commissioned. No instruction or action of the Engineer shall
relieve the Contractor of this responsibility.

33.3 All testing and commissioning shall be carried out according to the requirements of
the relevant Standards and regulations as may be stated or implied in this
specification.

33.4 The Contractor shall give to the Engineer in writing at least ten days notice of the
date after which he will be ready to make the specified tests on completion of
installation. Unless otherwise agreed the tests shall take place within seven days
after the said date on such day or days as the Engineer shall in writing notify the
Contractor. The tests shall as far as possible be carried out under normal working
conditions to the satisfaction of the Engineer and shall extend over such periods as
he may direct.

33.5 If in the opinion of the Engineer the tests are being unduly delayed, he may by notice
in writing call upon the Contractor to make such tests within ten days from the receipt
of the said notice and the Contractor shall make the said tests within the said ten
days and notify the Engineer of the days on which the said tests are to be made. If
the Contractor fails to make such tests within the time aforesaid the Engineer may
himself proceed to make the tests. All tests so made by the Engineer shall be at the
risk and expense of the Contractor.

33.6 The Contractor shall provide all skilled labour, supervision, apparatus and
instruments required for commissioning and testing and within a reasonable time
thereafter furnish to the Engineer six certificates of all tests performed and accepted,
signed by the Engineer.

33.7 If any part of the plant or equipment fails to pass the specified tests, further tests
shall, if required by the Engineer, be repeated. The Contractor shall, without
delay, put in hand such modifications as are necessary to meet the
requirements as described in the Contract and any expense which the Employer
may have incurred by reason of such further tests may be deducted from the
Contract Price.

34.0 SYSTEM ACCEPTANCE.

34.1 The ultimate condition for system acceptance is that the Owner and Consultant have
inspected the system and found it to be acceptable, and indicated this in writing.

Issuance of the final payment certificate does not necessarily indicate system
acceptance, neither does release of final payment holdback in whole or in part. The
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Consultant's acceptance may be contingent on any or all of the following if

applicable:

34.1.1 Submit original copies of letters from manufacturers of all systems indicating that
their technical representatives have inspected and tested the respective systems
and are satisfied with the methods of installation, connections and operation.

34.1.2 Submit "as built" drawings and operation and maintenance manuals.

34.1.3 Train owner's maintenance staff.

34.1.4 Submit original of all guarantees and warrantees of equipment and systems required
as per contract.

34.1.5 Hand over all keys of panel boards and equipments, passwords for operation
systems, control, etc.

35.0 CORRECTION AFTER COMPLETION.

35.1 Remedy all work in accordance with the General Conditions of Contract during the
Maintenance period.

35.2 Attend immediately to any and all the defects occurring during the period defined
above and repair in a manner to prevent recurrence. This contractor is responsible
for all work required by other trades necessary to repair the works of this section, or
necessary to repair damage caused by the failure of any part of this section.

35.3 Instruct all Suppliers and Manufacturers that guarantees on equipment will
commence when the completed work is accepted and not from the date the
equipment is put into operation. In the event that this condition is omitted by the
supplier, or if subsequent cost to the Owner is involved. Contractor shall be liable for
such costs.

36.0 GUARANTEES

36.1 The Contractor will guarantee all material and workmanship for at least 12 months
after preliminary take over by the Owner.

36.2 All guarantees from equipment suppliers will be vested in the Owner, regardless of
whether the Contractor who supplied the equipment is still associated with the
project or not.

36.3 Guarantees will be full guarantees and will include all overhead, profit, incidental
charges and sundries.

36.4 Where damage is caused to any other item by any failure of the item guaranteed,
then the guarantee shall also include the costs incurred in rectifying that damage.

37.0 MAINTENANCE.

37.1. Maintenance is defined as the Contractual Liability to maintain the equipment in

working condition, PLUS the regular checks and servicing of equipment during the
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maintenance period, including all the consumables and spare parts to keep the
equipment in best working order.

37.2. Regular maintenance shall be as necessary, but in any event not less frequently
than monthly. Breakdown calls shall be attended immediately.

37.3. Maintenance period shall be 1 year from the date of handing over for all Electrical
works.
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SCHEDULE OF MANUFACTURERS
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38.0 SCHEDULE OF MANUFACTURERS - ELECTRICAL WORKS

All the materials supplied under this contract shall be from one of the
manufacturers listed below. No alternate Makes shall be accepted unless all the
listed Makes are unavailable. Materials proposed from listed Makes also must fully
comply with Detailed Specifications. Country of Origin, where listed, must be
complied.

1. MDBs / SMDBs / DBs / MCCs / Changeover Panel / Isolator

AUTHORISED
SR. MAKE ENCLOSURE
APPROVED AGENT
1. ABB Logstrup / Elsteel Bin Ghalib / PNC
2. Siemens Siemens Scientechnic
3. Merlin Gerin Merlin Gerin Verger
4. Dorman Smith Dorman Smith Dorman Smith, Dubai

(Assembled and tested only by the above respective Authorized Local Agent)

* For wall mounted SMDBs, DB’s and other smaller panels, RITTAL,
HIMEL, GMC & ETA make enclosures may be used.

2. Cables and Accessories Ducab

Riyad Cables
Oman Cables
National Cables
Jeddah Cables

3. Cable trays / Ladders Wiremold - UK

Wire Baskets OBO Bettermann – Germany
Wibe – Sweden
Cablofil – France

4. Cable Trunking Barton

Wiremold
MK
OBO Bettermann

5. Heat Resistant Cable (≥ 90 ºC) Tekab

Draka
Riyadh Cables
Ducab
Pirelli

6. Wiring accessories
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S. No. Make White plastic Slimline metal finish

1. MK Aspect insignia
2. MEM Spectra grid Ultra
3. Legrand Mosaic Synergy modern
4. Clipsal Mega 2000 Gains Borough classic
5. Contactum Grid Flat Plate

7. GI Box Barton
Decoduct
Appleby
Clipsal
Elektra

8. Industrial Sockets Lewden

MK
Legrand

9. PVC conduits and Accessories Decoduct

Marshall Tufflex
Clipsal

10. G.I. Conduit and fittings Barton

Maruchi
Walsal
WM Interface

11. PVC Coated Flexible GI Conduit Kopex

Adaptaflex
Lappcable
WM Interface

12. Fire Alarm System Simplex - USA

Edwards – Canada
Gent – 34000 - UK
Notifier - USA
Siemens – USA

13. Fire Alarm Cable Pirelli

Firetuff
GST
Cavicell

14. Earthing system, Lightning Furse

Protection System, Electronic A. N. Wallis
Systems Protection, Surge Arrestors Erico
Kingsmill

15. Emergency Lighting System Prazissa - Germany

GFS - Germany
Cooper CEAG – Germany
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Enotec - Germany

16. Capacitor Banks Comar

Merlin Gerin
ABB
Nokian Capacitors

17. Isolators Moeller

ABB
Merlin Gerin
GE
Siemens

18. Structured Cables / Fibre Optic Corning – Corning - ME

Nordex – Alpha Data
Avaya–Telematics / Faronics
Siemon – Beta
Krone - IAL

19. Active Components WWP

Cisco
3M

20. Coaxial Cables Raydex

Belden
Commscope
Hrishman

21. Hand Dryer Bobrick

Siemens
Anda
National

22. CCTV System / DVMR Vicon–UK / USA

Bosch – Holland
Siemens – USA
Bewator – UK
Group 4 - USA

23. CCTV Monitors (600TV Lines) Sony or Equal

24. Intelligent Lighting Control System Siemens – EIB

Clipsal – C – Bus
ABB - EiB
F&G - EiB

25. Busbar (5 Bars) / Tap Off Units GE - USA

Siemens – Germany
Zucchini - Italy
Cutler Hammer – USA
Etacom - Belgium
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26. Variable Frequency Drives ABB

Siemens
Allen Bradley
Moeller
Danfoss

27. Generator Dawson Keith - UK

Caterpillar - USA
Cummins - USA
SDMO - France

28. ATS ASCO

Zenith

29. UPVC ducts & accessories Hepworth

for electricity and telephone Cosmoplast
cables Gulf Eternite

30. Cable Glands / Lugs BICC

Ducab Connect
HAWKE
CMP

31. Active Filter / Harmonic Filter ABB

Merlin Gerin
Nokian Capacitors
Circutor

32. Access Control System ADC Technology - Singapore

DSX – USA
Bewator – UK
Siemens-Germany
Group 4 - USA

33. Aircraft Warning Light Orga Aviation Lighting

Honeywell
Crouse Hinds

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