1.

0 GENERAL SPECIFICATION

2.1 The work in general shall be carried out as per CPWD specifications, 2009
(volume I to IV) (updated with correction slips issued up to last date of
submission of tender), general specification 2005 for Electrical works (updated
with correction slips issued up to last date of submission of tender).
2.2 All Electrical installation shall comply with the requirements of Indian
Electricity rules, 1956 and Indian Electricity Act-1910 as amended up to date
and bye laws of authority of State Government or any other department.
2.3 All mechanical works related to Public Health Engineering will conform to
the requirements of manual of Water Supply by the Ministry of Urban
Development and various Indian Standards as listed there-in.
2.4 All electrical works will conform to various Indian Codes as listed in the
Technical Specifications.
2.5 For the items not covered under the specifications as stated above, the
work shall be done as per relevant IS Codes.
2.6 For the items not covered under any of the specifications stated above, the
work shall be executed as per Manufacturer’s specifications/ General
Engineering Practice and / or as per direction of Engineer in Charge.

2.0 ADDITIONAL PARTICULAR SPECIFICATION

In the absence of any definite provisions or any particular issue in the aforesaid
specification, reference to be made to the latest codes and specifications of
BIS, IRC, BS and ASTM in that order. Where even these are silent, the
construction and completion of works shall conform to sound Engineering
practice as approved by Engineer in Charge. In case of any dispute arises out
of the interpretation of the above, the decision of the Engineer in charge shall
be final and binding on the contractor.
Where ever reference is made in the contract to specific standard codes to be
met by the materials, plants and other supplies to be furnished and work
performed and tested, the latest edition or revision of the relevant codes in
effect shall apply, unless otherwise explicitly stated in the contract. Where such
standards and codes are national, or related to a particular country of region,
other internationally recognized standards which ensure a substantially equal
or higher performance than the standards and codes specified will be accepted
subject to the Engineer in charge prior review and written approval. Differences

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between standards must be fully described in writing by the contractor and
submitted to the Engineer in Charge at least 15 days prior to the date when
contractor desires the Engineer in Charge‘s approval. If the Engineer in Charge
determines that such proposed deviation do not ensure substantially equal
performance, the contractor shall comply with the standards specified in the
documents.

3 PARTICULAR SPECIFICATION OF ITEM OF WORKS NOT COVERED IN

SPECIFICATION MENTIONED ABOVE.

3.1 FILLING WITH LOCALLY AVAILABLE SAND

Sand should spread in uniform layer of 150mm thickness and each layer shall
be watered up to the full saturation condition and each layer to be compacted
with manual / mechanical compacting device to achieve maximum density.
After completion of the full depth of filling the surface of the filled sand to be
neatly dressed and leveled.
3.2 SINGLE BRICK FLAT SOLING
Brick for soling should be of picked jhama quality of uniform size and shape.
The under bed to be properly rammed and leveled before laying of soling. The
joints between the bricks shall be filled with local sand ( or available earth, if
permitted by Engineer in Charge).
3.4 EXPANSION JOINT SEALENT
The specified gap of the expansion joint to be made uniform by cement mortar
of appropriate strength, after curing is over, the mortar surface to be cleaned
from all dust, dirt, lump of mortar, any grease materials etc. The depth of the
expansion joint to be adjusted as per specified depth with suitable filler board.
The surface of the expansion joint to be painted with manufacturer’s approved
primer. Polysulphide based sealant compound shall be used as per specified
width X depth to seal the joint. The total process of execution shall be as per
manufacturer’s specification and instruction of Engineer in Charge.
Water used for manufacture of concrete or cement-sand mortar shall be clean
and free from injurious amounts of oils, acid, alkali, salt, sugar, organic
materials or other substances that may be deleterious to concrete or steel as
detailed in clause 4.3 of I.S. 456 – 2000

4 PARTICULAR TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION FOR ELECTRICAL WORK

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4.1 SCOPE

This specification covers supply of materials, fabrication, and erection, testing

and commissioning of Electrical Switch boards, wiring system, light fittings and
other associated items required for successful completion of the work. Any
equipment, device, component or work not specifically mentioned in this
specification but considered essential for proper design and operation shall be
included by the tenderer in his offer. Applicable provisions and conditions of
contract shall govern the work under the Section.

4.2.GENERAL

The power supply system in the buildings shall be of 415/240 Volts, 50 Hz.,
A.C. 3 phase 4 wire, earthed neutral system.

All supply and installation work shall be carried out as per specification and in
accordance with the construction drawings and shall conform to requirements
called for in the Indian Electricity Rules 1956 with its latest amendment, Indian
Electricity Acts and all relevant codes and practices issued by the Bureau of
Indian Standard as amended up-to-date. The work shall also comply with the
provisions of the general or local set of legislatures and regulations of any local
or other statutory authority which may be applicable.

The Contractor for electrical work must possess valid Electrical contractor's
License endorsed by the Licensing Board, Directorate of Electricity of
concerned State Government for the type of work he shall execute.

The work to be provided for by the Contractor, unless otherwise specified, shall
include but not limited to the following :

i: Furnish all labour, supervision, services, materials, supports, scaffolds,

construction equipment, tools, plants and transportation etc required for the
proper execution of the job as per drawings, specification and schedule of
items and get all necessary tests on materials and work conducted at their
cost.

ii: Not withstanding the electrical layout shown in the drawing, the
contractor shall obtain further approval of the layout at site from the
Engineer-in-Charge before commencement of the work.

iii: Furnish samples of materials on display board at site for approval

including arranging necessary tests on samples, as directed by the
Engineer-in-Charge in an approved Laboratory.

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 iv: To extend facilities to the Engineer-in-Charge to inspect work and assist
them to obtain samples, if they so desire.

v: Furnish general arrangement drawings of the switchboard and other

fabrication items, which the Engineer-in-Charge may direct for their approval.

vi: To employ a full time experienced supervisor having electrical

supervisor's certificate of competency endorsed by the Licensing Board,
Directorate of Electricity of concerned State to supervise the work. The
Engineer-in-Charge have the right to stop the work if the contractor's
supervisor is not present when the work is being carried out.

vii: To keep the appropriate Electrical Inspector & supply authority be

informed from time to time as per the execution programme of the work shall
be the responsibility of the contractor and he shall be responsible to ensuring
that all work passes their approval.

viii: To provide all incidental items not shown or specified in particular but
necessary for proper execution of works in accordance with the drawing,
specification and schedule of items.

ix: To maintain the work and keep them maintained till handed over to the
owner in proper working condition.

x: Co-ordinate with all agencies including those engaged by the owner for
proper execution of the job.

4.3 MATERIALS

Materials shall be of the approved make & quality. A list of materials of

approved brand and manufacturer is indicated in the annexure. If the list of
materials mentioned above stipulates two or more or alternative brands/makes
of any product, the decision as to which brand/make shall be used in the work
shall be taken by the Engineer in charge and the contractor shall provide the
brand/make so selected without any extra cost.

In case, materials are required to be obtained from any manufacturer other

than those listed on account of non-availability then prior approval from
Engineer-in-Charge will be necessary, supported by relevant test certificates
qualifying the required standard. Further tests as directed by the Consultant
shall also be carried out by the contractor at their own cost, if required.

Contractor shall obtain approval from the Engineer-in-Charge of sample of all

materials before placing order and the approved sample shall be carefully
preserved on the display board in an appropriate manner at the site office for
verification by the Engineer-in-Charge.

For standard bought out items, the sizes manufactured by the firms listed shall
prevail when there is discrepancy in the sizes mentioned in the schedule
without any financial adjustment.

4.4 SPECIFICATIONS

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Unless specifically mentioned otherwise, all applicable codes and standards
published by the Bureau of Indian Standard and all other such publication as
may be published by them after construction work starts, shall govern in
respect of design, workmanship, quality and properties of material and method
of testing.

4.5 SAFETY

All equipment shall be complete with approved safety devices wherever a

potential hazard to personnel exists and with provision for safe access of
personnel to and around equipment for operation and maintenance functions.

Special care shall be taken to ensure against entry of rats, lizards and other
creeping reptiles, which may create electrical short circuit inside live
equipment.

4.6 DRAWINGS

On completion of all work the contractor shall furnish three copies of Ammonia
print along with the original tracing of the following “As built” drawings to the
Engineer-in-Charge without any extra cost.

I: Wiring diagram for final power / lighting distribution system showing the
rating/ size of switchgear, cables, conduits, lighting fixtures and all accessories
for individual installation.

ii Detailed general arrangement drawings of the switchboard complete

with dimension in metric units.

iii Drawings showing the route of conduits and cables with sizes, lengths,
sources and destination of all cables with the circuit designation number, etc.

iv Drawings showing the balancing of phases with connected load in each

circuits, etc.

4.7 TEST CERTIFICATES AND INSTRUCTIONS

Unless specifically mentioned otherwise, the contractor shall furnish, in

duplicate, Manufacturer's Test Certificate with the delivery of the equipment to
the Engineer-in-Charge and Instruction Manual in English for operations and
maintenance of equipment wherever required.

4.8 TESTING AND COMMISSIONING

4.8.1 Before each field test, the contractor shall obtain the permission from
the Engineer-in-Charge and all tests shall be conducted in the presence of duly
authorised representative. Records of each test shall be prepared immediately
after the test and this record shall be signed by contractor's representative
conducting the test and the site engineer attending the test. Copies of their
record in quadruplicate shall be handed over to the Engineer-in-Charge.

A certificate in quadruplicate shall be furnished by the contractor countersigned

by the certified supervisor under whose direct supervision the installation was
carried out and the Engineer-in-Charge. This certificate shall be in the

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prescribed forms in addition to the test certificate required by the Local Electric
Supply Authorities

4.9 COMPLETION OF WORK

Each item of the electrical work shall be considered as complete in all respects
only after obtaining permanent service connection from local power supply
authority, energising, testing and final commissioning of the complete
installation as directed by the Engineer-in-Charge.

Payment on each item of electrical work shall be made as per measurement

and proportionate to the quantum of work completed. In the event of any
dispute with regard to the proportion of work complete, the decision of the
Engineer-in-Charge shall be final and binding to the contractor.

4.10 PREAMBLE TO THE SCHEDULE OF WORK

The successful tenderer shall carefully go through the Clauses of Invitation to

Tender, Specification, Schedule of Work and drawings and shall include in his
rates any sum he may consider necessary to cover the fulfillment of the various
clauses contained therein. Unit prices stated in the schedule of work against
the item of work shall be inclusive of all installation, accessories and
consumables necessary to complete the said work within the contemplation of
the contract. Beyond the unit prices no extra amount will be paid for incidental
contingent work and materials.

The quantities mentioned in the schedule of work are probable quantities and it
must be clearly understood that the contract is not a lump sum contract, that
the probable quantities, the value of the entire tender are only indicative and
Employer does not in any way assure the tenderer or guarantee that the actual
quantity of work would correspond to the probable quantities in the tender.

No change in unit rate will be admissible on any variation of quantity.

4.11 PARTICULAR TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION FOR WIRING SYSTEM

SCOPE

This specification covers supply of materials, erection and commissioning of

distribution wiring, connection to distribution boards, cable laying, earthing and
miscellaneous items. Applicable provisions and conditions of contract shall
govern the work under the section.

GENERAL

Work to be provided for by the Contractor, unless otherwise specified, shall

include but not be limited to the following:

i: Furnishing of labour, materials, supports, scaffolds, transportation, etc

required for the work.

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ii: To provide all incidental items not shown or specified in particular but
reasonably be implied or necessary for successful completion of the work in
connection with the drawings, specification and schedule of items.

iii: To provide all supervision for proper execution of the work.

iv: To conduct and bear all costs in respect of any test advised.

After completion of supply and installation of wiring system and earthing, if any
defect in the material or workmanship is found by the Engineer-in-Charge, the
contractor shall remove the same and supply better and approved materials at
his own cost.

All precaution against theft and fire shall also be taken by the contractor.

MATERIALS

All materials used in the work shall be ISI approved quality and in its absence
conforming to the IS Specification.

WIRING SYSTEM

The electric load of all lights, power outlets, etc. shall be balanced across the
three phases.

Generally the final loading of any sub-circuit for lights and fans shall not exceed
800 watts and shall not be connected to more than total 10 fans, lights, socket
outlets, etc. Bell push if operated at low voltage shall be fed from a separate
circuit of distribution board.

The 16 Amps sub-circuit for power shall be connected to a maximum one 16

Amp. socket outlet or two 6 Amp. socket outlets.

A power circuit shall always be originating from a distribution board or MCB DB

and the same shall run in a separate conduit.

The point wiring shall mean wiring from one way of distribution board to point of
utilisation of electricity i.e. where the load is applied and this shall include
complete wiring from distribution board, supply and fixing of switch board,
controlling switches, ceiling rose, batten holder and socket outlet, etc.

Insulated or covered earthing conductors where used, shall have green

insulation braiding or covering as appropriate. Under no circumstances shall
the colour green be used for other than earthing conductor. In addition where it
is required, cables of different colours be used. For identification purposes the
following system shall be employed :

Red or any colour (other than black or For phase or switch wire
green)
Black For Neutral
Green For earth

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Unless otherwise mentioned in the schedule of quantities, single way porcelain/
bakelite terminal connectors with nickel plated brass inserts and screws to suit
the conductor size shall be used for intermediate wiring/ joints in junction boxes
and in switch boards or by any other method approved by the Consultant/
Engineer-in-Charge.

Distribution wiring in conduit to light, fan, plug points etc.shall be done in

looping in system. In this system, no joints or connections shall be made
anywhere of the system except at terminating points such as, at terminals of
switches, ceiling roses, etc. and in case of socket outlets, at the socket
terminals. Intermediate wiring joints of neutral wire in junction boxes will not be
permitted.

In the looping back system of wiring on hard wood batten, the wiring shall be
done without any junction or connector boxes on the line. All intermediate joints
or connections shall be made in the switch board only. Intermediate wiring
joints of neutral wire in the junction box will not be permitted.

CONDUIT WIRING

All conduit shall be ISI marked and finished with galvanised or stove enamelled
surface. All conduit accessories shall be conforming to IS:2667-1988 and be
threaded type. Conduit less than 20mm in diameter shall not be used. All
conduits shall be 1.4 to 1.8 mm thickness below 32 mm dia. and 1.6 to 2.2 mm
thickness for 32 mm dia. and above.
The conduit for each circuit shall be erected complete with necessary bushes
before drawing in of any wire. Galvanised M.S. Spacer of 3 mm thick minimum
shall be used between the conduit saddle and fixing surface. The saddle shall
be fixed at an interval of not more than 750 mm apart for vertical run and 600
mm apart for horizontal run.

The joint in conduits shall be made by means of threaded couplers and

threaded accessories only to ensure electrical continuity throughout. All pipes
after cutting, the threading shall be carefully reemed out with special reamer to
remove any burr and then painted immediately with an anti-corrosive
preservative after removing all traces of oil or grease. Junction boxes shall be
provided with gasketed covers to render them dust and damp proof. The
conduit accessories having pull outlet for conductors shall only be used in all
conduit installation.

Where specified, P.V.C. conduit conforming to IS: 7537 (Part-III) shall be used.
The thickness of P.V.C.conduit shall be adequate to withstand mechanical inju-
ries. PVC conduit accessories conforming to IS: 3419-1976 shall be used along
with P V C conduit.

The entire conduit system shall be effectively earthed by means of suitable

earthing conductors and the resistance from any point to earth shall not be
more than one OHM.

After installation of conduit pipes and fittings are completed in all respects, the
exposed outer surfaces of the conduit and accessories shall be painted with
two coats of approved enamel paints or aluminium paint over a coat of red
oxide primer as required to match the surrounding wall finishing. To protect
against rust the bare thread portion shall be painted with anti-corrosive
preservative.

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CONCEALED WIRING

This system of wiring shall comply with all the requirements of surface conduit
wiring system specified in Causes 5.1 to 5.6 in addition to the following points:

Making of chase : The chase in the wall shall be filled up neatly made and be
of ample dimensions to permit the conduit to be fixed in the manner desired. In
case of buildings under construction, chases shall be provided in the wall,
ceiling etc. at the time of their construction and shall be filled up neatly after
erection of conduit and brought to the original finish of the wall. Specially for
ceiling, conduit shall be laid before casting.

Fixing of conduit in chase : The conduit in chase in the wall shall be fixed by
means of staples or by means of saddles not more than 60 cm apart. Fixing of
standard bends or elbows shall be avoided as far as practicable and all curves
maintained by bending the conduit pipe itself with a long radius which will
permit easy drawing of PVC insulated wires. All threaded joints of conduits
shall be treated with some approved preservative compound to secure
protection against rust.

Inspection boxes : Suitable inspection boxes shall be provided to permit

periodical inspection and to facilitate removal of wires, if necessary. These
shall be provided with inspection box covers.

Types of accessories to be used : All outlets, such as switches, wall sockets,

etc. may be either flush mounting type or of surface mounting type.

The outlet box shall be mounted flush with the wall. The metal box shall be
effectively earthed with conduit by an approved means of earth attachment.

Fish wire : 1 x 18 SWG G.I. wire inside the conduit and accessories to be
provided with an extension of 250 mm at both the conduit ends.

Conduit laying in floor/ roof slabs before casting : M.S./ G.I./ rigid PVC/
polythene conduit shall be laid straight as far as practicable and properly
placed including binding with the steel reinforcement rods with 22 SWG G.I.
binding wire so that proper positions of conduits are maintained.

While laying the conduits for concealed wiring in the ceiling / beams / columns /
walls before casting, the contractor shall ensure that both ends of the conduit
are plugged by means of dead-end sockets or otherwise to prevent the entry of
any foreign material against conduit choking.

All precaution must be taken while laying the conduits in the slabs, R.C. walls,
columns, etc. and the contractor shall rectify at his own cost, if any defects are
found during process of drawing cables through the concealed prelaid conduits.

Each M.S. / G.I. conduit shall be provided with protruding length of 150 mm on
free end of the conduits with sockets under the bottom level of slab/ beam.

Each rigid PVC/ polythene conduit shall be provided with protruding length of
150 mm on free end of the conduits under the bottom level of slab/ beam.

There shall be no intermediate joints in one straight run of conduit.

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All ceiling outlets shall be terminated in a round M.S./ G.I. circular box (80 mm
depth minimum)/ deep box to suit standard size ceiling rose or/ and rectangular
M.S. junction box or Fan Hook Box as the case may be.

It will be mandatory for the contractor to get the layouts approved by the
Engineer-in-charge/Consultant, measurements are checked when the conduits
are laid and bound to steel reinforcement rods, before he can release the work
for casting of slabs/ floor/ beams etc.

Connector Boxes, Draw-in-Box, Junction Boxes :

These shall be constructed from 16 SWG M.S. sheet and have M.S. cover.
Minimum size for connector box is 150mm x 100mm and for Draw-in-Box is
100mm x 100mm with required depth upto 80mm.

Fan Hook Box : These shall be 100mm dia x 80mm depth, constructed from
14 SWG M.S. sheet and provided with one 12 mm dia. M.S. rod of 300mm long
having 'U' bend inside the box.

Painting : Both inside & outside wall of switch board, connection box,
draw-in-box and other M.S. accessories shall be painted with two coats of
anti-corrosive paint in addition to other painting instructions given elsewhere.

WIRES

Unless otherwise mentioned in the schedule of quantities, only single core PVC
insulated / PVC insulated & sheathed cable consisting of multistrand / flexible
copper conductor and of approved manufacturers conforming to relevant I.S.
shall be used for wiring in conduit system.

The maximum number of wires drawn in one conduit shall not be greater than
the recommended number given in the Table – 1 given in this section.

INSTALLATION AND WIRING OF DISTRIBUTION BOARD/ MCB

DISTRIBUTION BOARD.

Where fixing of distribution board/ MCB DB on double teak wood board is

specified only hinged type wooden board with brass hinge shall be provided
and the size of the board shall be such as to match the size of the Distribution
board/ MCB DB. A minimum margin of 25 mm shall be provided on all sides of
the distribution board/ MCB DB. The outgoing circuit shall be taken out through
a horizontal slot at the rear side of the distribution board/ MCB DB enclosure.

Where fixing of Distribution board/ MCB DB on M.S. frame is specified, the

frame shall have sufficient mechanical strength to carry the weight of the DB./
MCB DB.

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Where fixing of Distribution board/ MCB DB will be of concealed type, the
chase in the wall shall be neatly made and be of ample dimensions to permit
the DB to be recessed in wall and flushed with finished wall surface.

The cable / wires shall be connected to the terminal only by soldered or

crimped lugs, unless the terminal is of such a form that it is possible to securely
clamp them without cutting away of cable strands.

All bare conductors shall be rigidly fixed in such a manner that a clearance of at
least 25 mm is maintained between conductors and material other than
insulating material.

4.12 CABLES

TYPE AND QUALITY OF CABLES

Unless otherwise specified in the Schedule of Quantities all wiring cables shall
be P V C insulated and P V C sheathed conforming to relevant IS Standard.
The conductor of cable shall be of stranded wires of aluminium or copper as
specified. All power cables shall be 1100 volts grade, PVC insulated, PVC.
sheathed and armoured with stranded aluminium conductor. Materials should
be obtained from the approved list of manufacturers/ brands as indicated in the
document.

HANDLING OF CABLES

It shall be ensured that both ends of the cables are properly sealed to
prevent ingress / absorption of moisture by the insulation.

When the cable drums have to be moved over short distances, they
should be rolled in the direction of the arrow marked on the drum. While
removing cables, the drum shall be properly mounted on jacks or on a cable
wheel or any other suitable device, making sure that the spindle, jack, etc. are
strong enough to take the weight of the drum.

DEFECTIVE CABLES

Cables with kinks and straightened kinks or with similar apparent defects like
defective armouring, etc. shall not be installed.

BENDING RADIUS

Cable runs shall be uniformly spaced, properly supported and protected in an

approved manner. All bends in runs shall be well defined and made with due
consideration to avoid sharp bending and kinking of the cable. The minimum
safe bending radius for all types of P V C cables shall be taken as 12 times the
overall diameter of the cable. Wherever practicable, larger radius shall be
adopted.

LENGTH OF CABLES

All cables shall be laid in one length. No joint shall normally be made at any
intermediate point in through runs of cables, unless the length of the run is
more than the length of the standard drum supplied by the cable manufacturer.

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In such cases where jointing is unavoidable, the same shall be made by means
of standard cable joint boxes/ kits. Before cutting the cables, the requisite
length between terminals (including extra length required at loops) shall be
carefully measured.

STRIPPING OF OUTER COVERING

While cutting and stripping the outer covering (i.e. sheathing of the cable, care
shall be taken that the sharp edge of the cutting instrument does not cut or
damage the inner insulation of the conductor. The protective outer covering of
the cable shall be stripped off near the connecting terminal, the protective
covering being maintained upto a point as close a possible to the connecting
terminal.

CABLE LAID IN TRENCHES

Cables shall be laid generally in accordance with Indian Standard Code of

Practice IS: 1255.

SIZE OF TRENCH

Unless otherwise mentioned in the Schedule of Quantities, the minimum width

and average depth of trench for laying a single cable in ground shall be 460mm
and 760mm for L.T. and 1000 mm for H.T. cable respectively. For laying of
multiple 11 KV and 6.6 KV grade power cables, horizontal axial spacing shall
be 250mm. For 1100 volt grade power cables, the horizontal axial spacing shall
be 150mm. However, communication cable shall not be taken in a common
trench. Where more than one cable are to be laid in the same trench in
horizontal formation, the width of trench shall be increased according to the
above stated inter-axial spacing between the cable, (except where otherwise
specified). There shall be a clearance of at least 150 mm between the trench
edge and axis of the end cable.

EXCAVATION OF TRENCH AND PREPARATION OF BED

The trench shall be excavated in reasonably straight line. Where there is a

change in direction, suitable curvature shall be provided. Where gradients and
changes in depth are unavoidable, these shall be gradual.

Adequate precautions shall be taken during excavation not to damage any

existing cables, pipes or similar installations in the proposed route. Where
bricks, tiles or protective covers or bare cables are encountered, further
excavation shall not be carried out without the approval of the
Engineer-in-Charge.

The bottom of the trench shall be level across the width and free from stone,
brick bats, etc. The trench shall be then provided with a cushion of fine sand,
the thickness of the cushion being not less than 75mm.

LAYING OF CABLES

All cables shall be tested for proper insulation prior to laying. The cable drums
shall be transported on wheels to the place of work. The cables shall be laid
out in proper direction as indicated on the drum using cable drum lifting jacks.

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In case of higher size cables, the laid out cables shall run over rollers placed at
close intervals and finally transferred carefully on to the trenches and racks,
care shall be taken so that kinks and twists or any mechanical damage does
not occur in cables. Only approved cable pulling grips or other devices shall be
used. The entire length of cable shall, as far as possible, be paid in one
operation. However, if this is not possible, the remainder of the cable may be
shifted from position by 'falking' i.e. by making one long loop in the reverse
direction. For crossing water, gas or sewerage pipes, etc, cables shall be taken
above the pipes where minimum 500 mm clearance is not available. The cable
shall cross these pipes through RC/ GI pipes at a minimum depth of 750 mm
from finished ground level keeping the distance between the utility pipes and
pipe carrying cables 300 mm minimum.

While laying cables parallel to building, railway track, utility pipe lines, drainage,
sewerage, etc. the minimum clearance shall not be less than 1000mm.

Adequate length of cables shall be pulled inside the switch boards, control
panel terminal boxes, feeder pillar etc. so as to permit neat termination of each
core.

SURPLUS CABLE

At the time of original inspection, approximately l meter of surplus cable (in the
form of a loop or otherwise) shall be left at each entry or exit of the cable at a
pole or at the pillar box, or near any terminal as may be directed by the
Consultant / Engineer-in-Charge.

PROTECTIVE COVER FOR CABLES DIRECTLY BURIED IN GROUND

Except where otherwise directed by the Consultant/Engineer-in-Charge, the

cable (for the entire length in trench) shall be protected by a layer of bricks laid
flat on top and shall be provided at least by 75 mm sand cushioning both at top
and bottom. This brick protection shall cover all the cables in the trench (single
cable or multiple cables, in horizontal formation). In case of a single cable, the
brick protection shall consist of one brick flat (with the length along the width of
the trench) and supported on two lines of brick-on-edge, one on each side of
the cable (with the length of the bricks along the length of the trench).

For multiple cables in horizontal formation, in addition to the two outer lines of
brick-on-edge, there shall be additional lines in between adjacent cables. The
top cover of brick flat shall extend to cover all the cables, each brick being
supported on the lines of brick-on-edge.

BACK FILLING OF TRENCH

After laying of cables the remaining portion of the trench shall be back filled
with good excavated soil and well rammed in successive layers not exceeding
300 mm depth each and duly compacted to the satisfaction of the Consultant/
Engineer-in-Charge. Surplus soils of excavation shall be removed or disposed
of as per direction of the Engineer-in-Charge.

All material like sand, brick and clamp, etc. shall be supplied by the contractor.
The cable laying rate shall be inclusive of all these items.

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CABLES LAID THROUGH PIPE SLEEVES

Entry of cable from underground trenches to the building or tunnel shall be

through pipe sleeves. Necessary precaution shall be taken to make entry point
fully water tight by properly sealing the pipe sleeves in a manner approved by
the Engineer-in-Charge.

Where cables are required to cross roads, railway tracks and surface drains,
they shall be taken through pipe sleeves at a minimum depth of 1000 mm.

LAYING OF CABLES ON RACK/ TRAY/ BRACKET/ HOOKS/ MASONRY

TRENCH

Where cables are required to be laid directly along structure walkway, walls,
ceiling, they shall generally be taken exposed on brackets, cable racks, trays,
hooks laid along building structure. Spacing of saddles/ hooks shall be such
that the cables are straight and shall not exceed 750 mm.

The cable rack/ trays shall be ladder type / pre-fabricated perforated type and
bends / curvature shall be smooth and suitable for bending the largest cable
running in the rack / tray. The cable rack/ trays shall be suitably installed on the
building structure with proper support at regular intervals.

Cable rack/ trays shall be so arranged that they do not obstruct or impair
clearance of passage way.

Where there is possibility of mechanical damage cable racks / trays shall be

adequately protected by sheet steel cover.

Unless otherwise specified in the schedule of quantities the rack/ trays shall be
painted with corrosion resistant paint and finished with enamel paint of shade
battleship grey or any other colour shade acceptable to Consultant/
Engineer-in-Charge.

CABLE ROUTE MARKER

Cable route markers shall be provided at each joint, entry to buildings, each
turn, either side of the road crossings and at 30 meter intervals for straight
cable runs and at location directed by the Engineer-in-Charge.

The cable marker shall be of cement concrete slab of R.C.C.type (l:2:4) and of
size 600mm x 300mm at the bottom and 500 mm x 200 mm at the top with a
thickness of 100 mm with marking 'CABLE' and shall be laid flat at finished
ground level centered over the cables for easy identification.

Unless otherwise specified in the schedule of quantities, galvanised Iron type

cable route marker of size 100mm dia 50 mm thick G.I. Plate with marking
'CABLE' thereon welded to 35 mm x 35mm x 6mm angle iron 600mm long
fixed in a rigid manner may also be used as approved by the
Engineer-in-Charge.

All materials like cable route marker, sand and cement, etc. for fixing the same
to be supplied by the contractor. The cable laying rate shall be inclusive of all
these items.

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CABLES TERMINATION

Power cable termination shall be carried out in such a manner as to avoid

strain on the terminals by providing suitable clamp near the terminals. All power
cables shall be terminated to the circuit breaker, switch fuse units, busbars, etc.
by means of suitable sizes crimping type or soldering type cable socket / lugs /
ferrules and empire tape upto palm of the cable lug. PVC tape shall not be
used directly, because of its poor thermal stability. It may however, be used
over the empire tape. Control cables shall be terminated by crimping or directly
clamped in the terminal blocks by screws.

When pinching the smaller size conductor directly in the terminal bore of the
switches, the individual strands shall be fanned out and cleaned by wire wool
or emery paper and the cleaned surface shall be coated with a thin layer of
oxide inhibiting grease. The conductor shall be tightened fully to the terminal
bore but over tightening shall be avoided.

For connection to busbars and other terminals, brass or cadmium plated nuts/
bolts and washers shall be used. Copper cables shall never be terminated
directly on aluminium busbar. Suitable measure shall be taken to avoid heating
due to bimetallic contacts.

A selection chart of crimping type cable lugs for various combination of cables/
busbar/ fuse switch terminals is shown below :

Material of busbar/ switch Material of Cables Material of crimping lug

terminals
: Aluminium : Aluminium Aluminium over tin plated
copper
: Copper Aluminium Aluminium lug with copper
plated palm
: Silver/tin plated copper Aluminium Aluminium or tin plated
copper
Aluminium Copper Tin plated copper
Copper Copper Copper or tin plated
copper

4.13 EARTHING

All non current carrying metallic part of various electrical equipments as well as
cable armouring, metallic conduit, cable racks/ trays, brackets, supporting
structures, etc. shall be effectively earthed by not less than two separate and
distinct earth connection in accordance with Indian Electricity Rules, and the
relevant Indian Code of Practice for earthing 3043-1987.

EARTH ELECTRODE

PIPE ELECTRODE

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The earth electrode for earthing station shall comprise G.I. pipe 'B' Class of
50mm internal diameter and 3 Mtr long in one single piece with holes 12mm dia
on all sides at 150 mm centre, upto a minimum height of 2.5 metre from
bottom. Removable caps / wire mesh funnel shall be provided at the top of pipe
to facilitate pouring of water. Suitable clamps made of 40mm x 6mm galvanised
M.S. flats complete with bolt and nut shall be provided with the electrodes at
100 mm from the top end for connecting earth conductor. No joints will be
allowed in the earth electrode. The electrode shall be driven at least 2 metre
clear from masonry structure and the distance between two electrode shall be
not less than 2 metre when installed in parallel and preferably placed twice the
length of the electrode i.e. 6 metre. A masonry inspection pit of inside
dimension 300mm x 300mm x 300mm deep (unless otherwise stated) shall be
built with 125 mm thick cement mortar (6:1) brick work both inside and outside
plastered with 20mm thick and neatly cemented 1.5 mm thick, inside top and
outside around the top of the earth pit, so that the top of the G.I. pipe is 250 m
below the finished ground level and the opening on top shall be provided with
C.I. manhole ring having lockable C.I. cover fixed & flush with the outside
finished ground level.

PLATE ELECTRODE

Where plate electrode for earthing is to be employed, the size of the plate shall
not be less than 600 mm x 600 mm x 6.3 mm for G.I. plate in thickness and
600 mm x 600 mm x 3.15 mm thickness in case of copper plate.

The plate shall have a drilled hole 14 mm dia. at the centre. The G.I. flat of not
less than 40 mm x 6 mm (1 no. 25 mm x 6 mm G.I. flat for lightning conductor
installation) should be connected to the plate by means of a 65 mm long 12
mm dia galv. bolt, double nuts using double galv. washers. In case of copper
plate, copper flat of not less than 25 mm x 6.0 mm shall be used as the earth
lead. The flat shall first be fastened on one side of the plate, leaving adequate
length of flat, which shall be taken over to the other side i.e. to the earth
busbar, switchboard, pole, continuous earth wire for O.H. line, service bracket,
lightning arrestor or the object to be earthed and be fastened as per the details
of IS:3043-1987. No joint on the earth lead conductor is permitted. Every care
shall be taken to ensure that the ends of the wire/ flats have been securely
clamped by the bolt on cleaned surface of the plate and establish a good
electrical contact.

The plate shall be buried vertically at a minimum of 3.6 M below the ground
level for sandy soil and 2.0 m below the ground level for normal soil. In order to
place the same at the prescribed depth, the dimension of pit to be excavated
shall be 900 mm x 900 mm x 4 m deep. The G.I. plate shall be placed in
position by the contractor only after the inspection of excavated pit and
approval is obtained from the Consultant/ Employer.

After placing the plate the earth lead conductor shall be protected by means of
a continuous length of G.I. pipe (Class B) having 50 mm dia (minimum) bore or
route depending upon the size of the lead, right from the plate upto a height of
600 mm metre (2 ft.) above ground level. The whole length of pipe shall be
filled with bituminous compound of approved make and brand. The molten
compound shall be poured from the top end of the pipe and topped upto
overflowing.

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A masonry inspection pit for the earth station of inside dimension approximately
300 mm x 300 mm x 300 mm depth (unless otherwise stated) shall be built with
125 mm thick cement mortar (6:1) brick work with 1st class bricks, both inside
and outside plastered with 20 mm thick and neatly cemented 1.5 mm thick,
inside, top and outside around the top of the earth pit. The opening on top shall
be provided with C.I. manhole ring having lockable C.I. cover fixed and flush
with the outside finished ground level.

Electrodes shall be buried at least 2 meter away from masonry structure/

building/ pole or object to be earthed. However, earthing electrodes for L.C.
installations should be as close to the down conductors as possible. Electrodes
when installed in parallel, shall not be placed less than 2 meter apart and pre-
ferably placed at distance greater than 6 meters.

All the excavations shall be duly back filled, dressed and rammed.

4.14 EARTH BUSBAR

GALVANISED M.S. FLAT

Unless otherwise specified in the schedule of quantities, the earth bus bars
shall be of heavily galvanised M.S. Flat of cross section 50mm x 6mm having
adequate number of drilled holes with 10mm galvanised steel bolts, nuts, plain
and spring washers for securely connected the earth leads and the continuity of
conductor. The bulbar shall be fixed on wall, having clearance of 6mm from
wall with spacing insulators with 13mm dia G.I. rag bolts, spaced about 50mm
apart.

COPPER FLAT

To be used, as specified in the schedule of items, where earthing requirements

are more stringent, with use of brass bolts, nuts, washers for connections.

4.15 EARTH LEAD CONDUCTOR

The earth lead for each electrode shall be 7/10 S W G stranded G.I. wire
connected securely to the earth electrode and earth bulbar. The earth lead
shall be mechanically protected with a continuous length of 25mm dia G.I. Pipe
(Class 'B') right from the electrode to the earth bulbar and the pipe shall be
filled with bituminous compound.

Galvanised M.S. Flat earth conductor directly buried in ground shall generally
be taken at a depth of 600 mm and shall be provided with one coat of
bituminized paint, one layer of half lapped bituminized tape and a final coat of
bituminized paint to prevent corrosion.

The earth conductor when laid inside building/ sub-station shall be taken either
exposed on cable racks/ trays, walls, ceiling, etc. or embedded in concrete
depending on installation. Galvanised M.S. saddles clamped to M. S. flat
spacers with tapped holes shall be used for clamping earth conductor. Flats
shall be supported at intervals not exceeding 500 mm and stranded wires at
intervals of 300mm.

Connection of earthing leads to earth electrodes and termination of flat earth

continuity conductor to equipment shall be made by means of bolting.

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Connection of stranded earth wire to earth bus as well as to equipment shall be
made through crimping type lugs and bolting. Jointing and tapping of flat earth
conductor shall be done by means of welding.

The earth resistance from any point of the earthing system shall not be more
than one ohm.

WORKMANSHIP AND INSTALLATION WORK

The workmanship shall be of good commercial quality and all supply material
and installation work shall be completed to the full satisfaction of the
Engineer-in-Charge.

4.16 PARTICULAR TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR LIGHTNING

PROTECTION SYSTEM

SCOPE

This specification covers supply of materials, fabrication and erection of

Lightning protection system comprising air terminations, horizontal conductors,
down conductors and earth electrodes. Applicable provisions and conditions of
contract shall govern the work under the section.

GENERAL

Work to be provided for by the Contractor, unless otherwise specified, shall

include but not be limited to the following :

i: Furnishing of labour, materials, supports, scaffolds transportation, etc

required for the work.
ii: To provide all incidental items not shown or specified in particular but
reasonably be implied or necessary for successful completion of the work in
connection with drawings, specifications and schedule of items.
iii: To provide all supervision for proper execution of the work

After completion of supplying and installation of lightning protection system, if

any defect in the material or workmanship is found by the Engineer-in-Charge
the contractor shall remove the same and supply better and approved materials
at his own cost to the satisfaction of the Engineer- in-Charge.

All precaution against theft and fire shall also be taken by the contractor.

MATERIAL

All material used for lightning conductors, down conductors, earth termination
network, etc. of the protection system shall be reliably resistant to corrosion or
be adequately protected against corrosion and generally conforming to
IS:2309.

The entire lightning protection system shall be mechanically strong to withstand

the mechanical forces produced in case of a lightning stroke.

HORIZONTAL AIR TERMINATION CONDUCTOR

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Unless otherwise specified air termination shall be horizontal conductor. The
horizontal air termination shall be so inter-connected that no part of the roof is
more than 9 meters away from the nearest horizontal conductor. For flat roof
horizontal conductor shall generally be provided along the outer periphery of
the roof. The conductor shall be exposed to atmosphere.

All metallic protections, vent pipes, railways etc. on or above the main surface
of the roof shall be properly bonded to the air termination network.

DOWN CONDUCTOR

Down conductors shall follow the most direct path possible connecting the
horizontal air termination conductor and the earth termination i.e. the ground
electrode avoiding sharp bends, up-turns and kinks. Joints shall as far as
possible be avoided in down conductors.

JOINTS

The joints in the lightning protection system shall be avoided as far as possible.
There shall be no joints in the down conductor below ground level. Where joints
are necessary they shall be mechanically and electrically effective and shall be
so made as to exclude moisture completely.

The joints may be soldered, riveted or bolted and mentioned in the schedule of
work. With over-lapping joints the length of the overlap shall not be less than 50
mm for all types of conductor. Contact surface shall first be cleaned and then
inhibited from oxidation with a suitable non-corrosive compound. Strips shall be
tinned, soldered, welded or brazed and at least double riveted. Bolted joints
shall not be used on test points or on bonds to existing metal. For rust
protection the welded joints shall be treated with barium chromate. Welded
surface shall then be painted with red lead and aluminium paint.

TESTING POINTS

Each down conductor shall be provided with a testing point in a position

convenient for testing but inaccessible for interference. No connection, other
than one direct to an earth electrode shall be made below a testing point.

EARTH TERMINATIONS

Each down conductor shall have an independent earth termination and

arrangement of isolation for testing purposes. The earth termination shall be
located as close as practicable to the down conductor. Inter connections with
other termination of the conductor system and with other buried metal services
and earth terminations shall be made with G.I. tape laid directly at an average
depth of 700 mm below finished ground level for the purpose of equalising the
potential distribution in the ground.

EARTH ELECTRODE

Earth electrode shall be constructed and installed as specified in Part-B. The

pipe/ plate electrode shall be driven into the ground as close as practicable but
outside the circumference of the structure.

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FIXING OF CONDUCTOR

Unless otherwise mentioned in the Schedule of Quantities the wall shall be

drilled and plugged with teak wood pins of not less than 50mm long by 25mm
square inner and 19 mm square outer surface. The void shall be finished
according to the nature of wall surface with cement plaster.

Conductors shall then be securely attached to the building to be protected by

galvanised steel fasteners of 2mm thick which shall be substantial in
construction and wood screws and approved by the Engineer-in- Charge.

EARTH RESISTANCE

Properly made earth connections are essential for effective functioning of a

lightning protection system and every effort shall be made to provide ample
contact with the earth so that the earth resistance can be kept as low as
possible.

The whole of the lightning protection system shall have a combined resistance
to earth not exceeding 1 ohm.

WORKMANSHIP AND INSTALLATION WORK

The workmanship shall be first class and all supply material and installation
work shall be completed to the full satisfaction of the Engineer-in-Charge.

CONTRACTORS RATE TO INCLUDE

Apart from other factors mentioned elsewhere in this contract, the rates for the
above shall include for the following :

i: All labour, materials, tools and construction equipment required for proper
execution of job

ii: Scaffolding including erection and removal

iii: Making good of all damaged civil work, if any

4.17 PARTICULAR TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION FOR ELECTRICAL

EQUIPMENT

SCOPE

This specification covers supply of materials, fabrication, erection, testing and

commissioning of switch boards, Distribution boards, Meter board, Lighting
equipment, Switches, socket outlets and miscellaneous items. Applicable
provisions and conditions of contract shall govern the work under the section.

GENERAL

The contractor shall have to submit manufacturer's Test Certificate for

switchboards, switch fuse units, meters, fuse fittings, circuit breaker, isolating
switches and other items as directed by the Engineer-in-Charge.

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After completion of such supply and installation work of the electrical
equipment, if any defect in the material or workmanship is found by the
Engineer-in-Charge, the contractor shall remove the same and supply better
and approved materials at his own cost.

All precaution against theft and fire shall also be taken by the contractor.

The contractor shall provide complete supervisions for proper execution of the
work.

MATERIALS

All materials used in the work shall be of ISI marked wherever available, and of
approved make and quality and in its absence conforming to the I.S.
Specification.

For fabricated equipment, special care shall be taken to make the enclosed
equipment proof against entry of creeping reptile, which may create electrical
short circuits inside the live equipment.

L.T. MAIN DISTRIBUTION SWITCH BOARD /DIST. SWITCH BOARD

The 415 Volt main distribution switch board shall have incoming unit fed from
L.V. side of transformer/ main distribution board.

STANDARDS

The equipment shall be designed to confirm to the requirements of I.S:

4237, I.S: 2147 and I.S: 375.

CONSTRUCTION

The main L.T. P.C.C board shall be of totally enclosed, topicalised, vermin
proof, free standing, cubical type dead front minimum 2.0 mm thick sheet steel
construction work housing incoming ACB/ MCCB/ SDFU, requisite number of
outgoing ACB, MCCB, fuse switch or switch fuse units, busbars, Switch board
shall be readily extensible on both sides. The L.T. terminal of the transformer
shall be connected to the incoming terminal of the MCCB/Air Circuit Breaker
through adequate number and size of aluminium conductor 1.1 KV grade
PVCA cable.

The incoming and outgoing functional units shall be arranged in multitier

formation, to provide a compact switch board having a pleasant appearance.
Each unit shall be accommodated in a separate compartment having gasketed
hinged door which shall be interlocked with the operating mechanism so as to
prevent opening of the door when the switch is in the 'ON' position and also to
prevent closing of the switch with the door not properly secured.

The 'ON' and 'OFF' positions of the switch handle shall be distinctly indicated
by proper marking. Modular construction shall be adopted to cater for different
units with each cubicle having a busbar chamber and cable compartment. The
maximum height of the devices on the panel shall not exceed 2000mm.

Suitably engraved identification levels shall be provided on each unit.

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When switch board of floor or wall mounting type is specified instead of cubicle
type with incoming and outgoing Fuse switch units or switch fuse units, the
board shall comprise a suitable length of Busbar chamber. The board shall
have provision for future extension. The floor stands or wall bracket shall have
sufficient mechanical strength to carry the weight of the entire switch board.

The height shall be such that maximum operating height of the top unit shall
not exceed 1800 mm.

BUSBAR

The main horizontal busbar shall be air insulated and made of high
conductivity, high strength aluminium alloy or electrolyte copper complying with
the requirements of grade E 91 E of IS 5082. The current density in each
busbar shall not exceed 160 Amp. per sq. cm. for copper of 125 amp. per sq.
cm. for aluminium.

The main phase busbar shall have continuous current rating throughout the
length of power control centre and the neutral busbar shall have a continuous
rating of at least 50% of the phase busbar.

Large clearance and creepage distance shall be provided on the busbar

system to minimise the possibility of a fault.

The busbar and vertical risers horizonal connectors shall be fully insulated with
PVC sleeve or tape to prevent accidental touch.

The busbar including neutral and earth bar shall be short circuit tested for fault
withstand of 60 KA RMS for one second as per IS:8623 for factory Built
Assemblies.

In no case, the rating of busbars shall be less than the Incoming Circuit
Breaker or switch.

Busbar should be supplied with insulating material such as Permali, Hylam,

and support shall be sufficient close and robust and support should permit -
sufficient movement for compensation of comparative stress in the event of
short circuit.

AIR CIRCUIT BREAKER

The circuit breaker would be constructed in modular construction or would be

enclosed in cassettes, designed for easy Switch Board Construction. The
formed and welded steel construction should be given corrosive resistance
treatment following fabrication work.

The breaker would have three distinct position, service/ test/ isolated within the
cubicle, achieved by a racking cam and slide rails, simplifying inspection and
from this position breaker should be able to withdrawn from housing. With door
closed, the breaker should be withdrawn to test and isolated position.

The contact system should be designed to ruggedly and to effectively utilize the
magnetic force generating in the current path ensuing high short time withstand
current and interrupting capacity and reducing the let through energy. The ACB
should be provided with separate set of arcing contacts and main contacts

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ensuring high mechanical and electrical life. Arc chutes on arcing contacts with
de-ionisation plate should be provided. The contact tips should be made of
Silver Nickel Alloy and arcing contact tips are of Silver Tungsten Alloy.

ACB should be suitable for manual or Motor wound stored charge spring
closing mechanism. ACB should be provided with static trip release, inherent
safety interlocks, such as safety shutters and door interlock, "OFF" & "ON"
indicator auxiliary switches and contacts. ACB should be complete with
overload protection, short circuit protection, under voltage trip, auxiliary
contacts and instruments as specified in the schedule.

The ACB should comply with Indian Standard Specification I.S. 2516-1977 and
IEC 157 and should be certified by CPRI.

MOULDED CASE CIRCUIT BREAKER

The MCCB should comprise of a switching mechanism, contact system, arc

extinguishing device and the tripping unit, contained in a compact moulded
case and cover.

The insulating case and cover shall be made of high strength, heat
resistant, flame retardant thermo setting material, providing interphase
insulation of a very high dielectric strength and an insulated enclosure with high
withstand capability against thermal and mechanical stresses with protection
against any fire hazards.

The trip free toggle mechanism should ensure that the trip command
overrides all other commands.

MCCB should employ a maintenance free contact system designed to

minimize the let through energies while handling abnormal currents. The
special sintered contact tip should provide a wiping action, high resistance to
erosion during interruption and a stable contact for normal service current.

A series of grid plates should be mounted in parallel between supports

of insulating material. The profile of the de-ion steel plates extends directly over
the contacts and draws the arc from the moving contact up into the divider
chamber, thus confinding, dividing and extinguishing the Arc.

The handle position should give positive indication of whether the

MCCB is 'ON' (top), 'OFF' (bottom) or 'TRIPPED' (midway).

The tripping element provided on each pole of the MCCB should

operate on a common trip bar because of which it does not create single
phasing in the event of a fault on any of the phases.

The base design ambient temperature of the MCCB should be 40

degree C.

When specified the MCCB should be fitted with under voltage

protection, earth fault protection, alarm & auxiliary switch etc.

FUSE SWITCH UNIT

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 The fuse switch units shall be of double break type suitable for load
break duty, with quick make and break mechanism and front drive mechanism,
generally conforming to IS:4064 -1978 having fully shrouded contacts. All
switch contacts shall be self aligning, spring loaded, silver plated. The isolators
shall be connected on the busbar side or incoming side and fuses on the load
side. However, fully withdraw able carriage to facilitate quick fuse link
replacement is preferred.

The individual fuse switch units shall be either triple pole and neutral or
single pole and neutral as specified with a front operating handle. The fuse
links shall be non-deteriorating HRC type complying with IS:2208-1962.
The units which are to be installed separately should be totally enclosed
fully shrouded sheet steel clad/cast steel casing.

INSTRUMENTS

The measuring instruments shall comply with IS:1248 in all respects.

Moving iron, square, flush mounting type instruments shall be used for
measuring A.C. Voltage and currents.

The instruments shall normally be mounted on the hinged door of an all welded
fabricated sheet steel housing of rigid construction to allow easy access to
small wirings. Circuits shall be protected by H R C type fuse links complying
with IS: 9224 (Part-II) -1979. The fuses shall be mounted near the tap-off point
from the main connections so that a fault in the instrument wiring does not
affect the main supply. Small wiring shall be of 660 Volt grade single core flame
retardant low smoke PVC insulated cable with copper conductor having
minimum size 2.5 sq. mm. These shall be coloured coded for identification of
circuits. The instruments shall be of approved make & acceptable to the
Consultant/ Engineer-in-Charge.

CABLE TERMINATIONS

Separate cable compartment with doors having bolted cover plates shall be
provided to facilitate cable termination to individual units. The design shall
ensure generous availability of space for easy installation and maintenance of
cabling and adequate safety for working in one vertical section without coming
into accidental contact with live parts in an adjacent section. The compartments
shall have detachable cover plate with gaskets at the bottom of the cable
compartment unless specified otherwise. Cable glands and lugs of suitable
sizes shall be provided for cable termination. Suitable arrangements shall be
provided in the compartment for clamping of the cables.
EARTHING

G.I./copper flats shall run the entire length of the switch board. Two
bolted type earthing terminals shall be provided in the board for connecting to
the earth grid.

METAL TREATMENT

All steel materials used in the construction of the switch board shall undergo a
rigorous rust proofing process comprising alkaline digressing, descaling in
dilute sulphuric acid, cold rinsing, recognised phosphating process. Passivating

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and drying with compressed air in dust free atmosphere. It shall then receive
two coats of highly corrosion resistant enamel paint of approved shade.

4.18 DISTRIBUTION BOARD

The distribution board shall comply with IS: 2675-1983 and B.S. 214 in all
respects.

The distribution board shall be housed in a dust and vermin proof metallic
enclosure fabricated from 2mm thick all welded sheet steel suitable for wall /
column mounting and complete with a door of rigid construction fitted with dust
protecting gasket, and robust fasteners. The enclosure shall have suitable
provision for fixing of switch fuse units, fuse fittings and neutral bar on high
grade rigid insulating support. The fuse fittings shall be connected by a tinned
copper busbar. Each fuse bank shall be provided with a cable socket for the
incoming cable. The socket shall be situated centrally and must be covered by
an insulating shroud for safety. Phase separation barriers made out of arc
resistant materials shall be provided between the fuse banks. All bare current
carrying parts shall be protected with a bakelite sheet of 3.5 mm thick to
prevent accidental contact.

The distribution board of single phase and neutral type shall be fitted with an
earth bar for termination of each continuity conductor of outgoing circuits.

In case of concealed system, the boxes are to be flushed with the wall and the
cover shall be made from 5 mm thick opal acrylic sheet or 3 mm thick
decorative white top bakelite Electrical switch board cover of Hylam make.

The sheet steel parts shall undergo a rigorous rust proofing process comprising
alkaline degreasing, descaling in dilute sulphuric acid, cold rinsing and a
recognised phosphating process. The steel work shall then receive two coats of
high corrosion resistant primer paint before final painting by application of
synthetic enamel paint.

MINIATURE CIRCUIT BREAKER DISTRIBUTION BOARDS (MCBDB)

SPN MCB DISTRIBUTION BOARDS (SPN MCBDB)

The SPN MCB Distribution Board (SPN MCBDB) shall be housed in rust
protected sheet steel enclosure shall be designed to provide protection against
ingress to IP42 of IS-2147. This shall also be provided with the add - on acrylic
door/ double door (Metallic) when specified. The MCB DB shall be supplied
complete with tinned copper busbar of adequate rating and incorporating
Isolator; MCB or equivalent RCCB as incomer. MCB's shall be mounted onto
specially designed din channel. The special mounting channel shall permit
easy removal - even of - MCB in the middle of the bank without disturbing other
MCBs.

The incomer phase shall accept 35 sq.mm cable while the neutral shall
accept 16 sq.mm cables. The consumer unit shall have provision of 20 mm/ 25
mm knockouts at top and bottom and two 32mm/ 25 mm knockout on sides
facilitates wiring space making for flexibility and convenience of wiring.

TPN MCB DISTRIBUTION BOARD (TPN MCBDB)

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The TPN MCB Distribution Board (TPN MCBDB) shall be fabricated from
CRCA sheet. This shall be painted in aesthetically appealing two-tone powder
coated finish. The TPN DB shall have provision for incorporating isolator, MCB
or RCCB as incomer. The busbar shall be integral type single piece busbar
(Cu) and coupling links. The MCBs shall be arranged in two vertical banks with
switch lever operating in horizontal plane for on-off switching. Specially
designed mounting channel for quick shop fitting and easy removal shall be
fitted.

The sheet steel enclosure fitted with add-on acrylic door/ double metallic door
shall be provided with protection against ingress IP42 or IS:2147. The incomer
phase shall accept upto 35 sq.mm cable while the neutral shall accept 16
sq.mm cables.

Two conduit entry plates at top and bottom shall be provided to facilitate drilling
conduit holes at site to suit site requirements. The TPN DB shall conform to IS:
8623 for factory built assembly

METER BOARD

Unless otherwise mentioned in the schedule of quantities the Meter Board shall
house a kwh meter in a dust and vermin proof metallic enclosure fabricated
from 2 mm thick all welded sheet steel suitable for wall mounting. The door
shall be secured by fasteners, enabling dust protecting gasket to be
compressed easily. The kWh meter shall be of approved make and the same
shall be mounted on a rigid insulating support. There must be a viewing
aperture on the M.S. door covered with a 2mm thick clear acrylic sheet for easy
meter reading and it shall be possible to seal the enclosure against
unauthorised opening.

The sheet steel enclosure shall undergo rust proofing process and painting as
specified in Part-B.

FUSE CUT OUTS

The fuse cut outs shall be totally enclosed, metal clad suitably for mounting on
flat vertical surface and shall be provided with a screwed top cover. It shall be
possible to seal the enclosure against unauthorised opening.

PUSH BUTTONS AND CONTROL SWITCHES

All push button switches shall be of sturdy design suitable for all types of
control circuit. Unit construction shall be adopted so as to have any desired
arrangement of contact.

Control and selector switches shall be of sturdy design with modular

construction comprising rotary type switch with pistol grip or twist type
operating handle and a number of switching elements operated by a single
shaft and shall have suitable position indicator to show that the switch is in
selected position.

The push button and control switch shall be of approved make.

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CONTACTOR UNITS

The contactor unit shall comply with IS:2959 in all respects.

The main contactor unit shall be of robust in design having double break
bounce free type contacts and pressure type terminal clamps. The contacts
shall be made of antiweld silver cadmium oxide. The coil shall be vacuum
impregnated, backed with inter-layer paper insulation and finally moulded in
hard resin.

The contactor units shall be of approved make.

4.19 LIGHTING EQUIPMENT

The luminaires for fluorescent lamps shall be shop assembled, fully wired and
suitable for 1 No. 4 ft. tube or 2 Nos. 4 ft. tubes as the case may be. The salient
features of these luminaires are basic channels/ rails, 240 volt ballasts with
copper winding wire, spring loaded bipin type lamp holders, glow type starters
and condensers. Reflectors and/ or decorative covers shall be supplied as
specified in the Schedule of Quantities.

The luminaires for incandescent lamps shall be as specified in the schedule of

quantities and approved by the Engineer-in-Charge before the same is used.

The incandescent Bulkhead type fittings shall be of cast aluminium alloy body,
finished by application of synthetic enamelled silver grey paint outside, white
insides, with front glass, wire guard, tropicalised gasket, B. C. Lamp holder and
suitable for use with 100 Watt G.L.S. Lamp. The fittings shall have tapped
19mm E.T. for conduit entry.

The Highbay luminaires for sodium/ mercury vapour/ metal halide lamps shall
be integral type unit having a spun aluminium canister at the top for housing
control gear, terminal block for the incoming supply, earthing terminal and
suspension arrangement. The luminaire shall have reflectors of spun anodized
aluminium with a secular finish and suitable for use with 150/ 250 / 400 watt
HPSV / HPMV / Metal Halide lamp as the case may be.

The Post-top lantern type luminaires shall have a die-cast aluminium electrical
unit/ housing with provision for pipe entry from below, a canopy made of spun
aluminium and an opal white acrylic diffuser resistant to ultraviolet radiation and
heat. The luminaire shall be rain proof, insect tight and fully wired upto the
terminal block and suitable for use with 70/ 80/ 125 watt HPMV or 100 watt
GLS Lamp as specified in the schedule of quantities.

The flood lighting luminaires shall have a rugged construction housing made of
cast aluminium alloy of low copper content for corrosion resistant, highly
polished and anodised aluminium reflector for beam control, a heat resistant
front glass with gasket and terminal block. To facilitate aiming and fixing,
bracket shall be provided on the housing. The luminaire shall be rain proof, and
suitable for use with 1000 W tungsten halogen lamp or 250 / 400 Watt HPSV
lamp/ metal halide lamp as specified in the schedule of quantities.

The ballasts for fluorescent tube shall conform to IS: 1534 & IS:1534(Part-I)
1977 and the same for high intensity discharge lamps shall conform to
IS:6616-1982 and these shall have high grade synthetic enamelled copper

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winding wires, quality grade insulation materials, good quality low hysteresis
loses electrical stampings, and complete unit shall have polyester filling. The
ballasts shall be suitable for use on single phase 240 Volts 50 Hz. A.C. system
and of approved make.

The capacitors shall comply with IS: 1569-1976 and be of hermetically sealed
type.

4.20 EXHAUST FANS

The Exhaust fans shall conform to IS:2312-1967 and suitable for

operation on 230/ 240 Volt single phase. 50 Hz. A.C. system. The fans shall be
ring mounted type designed to give maximum air volume changes under free
air flow conditions.

4.21 SWITCHES

Light and fan switches shall be rated for 6 amp. 250 volts and of Piano-
key type and suitable for flush mounting on sheet steel board with moulded
bakelite cover (manufactured by switch manufacturer). The switches shall be of
approved make & acceptable to the Engineer-in-Charge. The switches shall
comply with relevant I.S.

4.22 SOCKET OUTLET AND PLUG

These shall be of 3 pin type and of rating 6 amps (for light) and 16
amps. (for power). Each socket outlet shall be complete with controlling switch
and plug top. Protective fuse links shall be provided with 16 amps. power
socket outlet. The socket outlets shall have piano-key type switches of
approved make and acceptable to the Engineer-in-Charge. The socket outlet
and plug shall comply with the relevant I.S. specifications.

4.23 SWITCH BOXES

Sheet metal (16 SWG) switch boxes/ connection boxes with 3 mm thick
bakelite top cover flushed in wall by housing the box after cutting brick wall.
Sheet metal boxes shall be treated against corrosion by passivation or other
approved method.

4.24 FEEDER PILLAR

The feeder pillar shall be of the floor mounting type, totally enclosed and
weather proof. The cubicle shall be fabricated out of heavy gauge sheet steel
of thickness not less than 10 gauge with suitable side frames and 12 gauge
stiffeners.

Hinged doors of not less than 3mm thick shall be provided at the front and rear
of the cubicle to provide access for installations, operations, tests and
inspection. All doors shall be fitted with dust excluding gaskets. The door shall
also be fitted with suitable locking arrangement to prevent unauthorised
opening. The cubicle shall be designed for mounting over cement concrete
plinth by the roadside and shall be of substantial construction capable of
withstanding the vibration normally experienced due to vehicular traffic.

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The sheet steel materials used in the construction of the cubicle shall undergo
a rigorous rust proofing process comprising alkaline degreasing, descaling in
dilute sulphuric acid, cold rinsing and a recognised phosphating process. After
metal treatment, the interior of the cubicle shall be painted with two coats of air
drying red lead primer followed by two coats of air drying anti-condensation
paint. The exterior of the cubicle shall be painted with two coats of red oxide
primer and finished by application of two coats of enamel paint or any other
colour shade acceptable to Engineer-in-Charge.

Ventilation louvers in the form of finely divided wire mesh shall be

provided on the two sides to ensure natural ventilation.

4.25 TUBULAR POLE/G.I. PIPE POLES

Where tubular steel pole are specified (either swagged or stepped), the same
should be manufactured and supplied as per I.S. 2713 part I to III - 1980.
Where G.I. pipe pole are specified the same should be approved to I.S.

4.26 LOOP-IN JUNCTION BOX

The junction boxes shall be drip proof type dust and vermin proof construction
fabricated from 2mm thick sheet steel having internal dimensions of 200 x 150
x 130mm depth for single phase distribution system and 250 x 200 x 130 mm
depth for three phase distribution system. These shall have moulded Bakelite
base connector block with anti-vibration nickel plated brass terminals of
suitable size and rating and porcelain fuse fittings.

4.27 MANUFACTURER'S DRAWING

The successful tenderer shall submit for approval General arrangement and
dimensioned drawings for Power and Lighting distribution switch board, Motor
Control centre, Bus-duct arrangement, Miniature circuit breaker distribution
board, Distribution board, Interlocked Switch socket outlets, Clock switch
control panel, T P Power Cable junction box and cable rack etc. as required in
three sets before commencing manufacture.

4.28 WORKMANSHIP AND INSTALLATION WORK

The workmanship shall be of good commercial quality and all supply materials
and installation work shall be completed to the full satisfaction of the
Engineer-in-Charge.

4.29 MANDATORY TEST

SL. No Item Description Nature of Test Approved Remarks

Specification
1 H.T. Switchgear a. Shop Test IS: 10118,(Part- All Routine Test
III)1982 including High
Voltage Test
b. Site Test IS: 13118 –1991 All Routine Test

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 IEC: 56-187 including High
Voltage Test
2 Power a. Shop Test IS:2026-1977 All Routine Test
Transformer including
temperature rise
Test
b. Site Test IS:10028(part- All Routine Test
II)1981 including
temperature rise
Test
3 L.T. Switch a. Shop Test IS: 4237 2500V to withst
Board, Dist. for 1min. and
Board, Power Clearance and
Control Panel, creepage to be
Feeder Board check.
b. Site Test IS: 5039 Do
4 A.C.B a. Shop Test IS 2516 (Part I & Shop test to be
II)1985 witnessed by
NBCC. Test
certificate to be
produced.
b. Site Test Do Operation of the
breaker :
Operation of
protective
devices;
Indicating lamp
to be checked.

c. High Voltage IS: 8023 (Part I)- Dielectric test.

test. 1977
5 MCCB a. Shop Test IS: 2516 (Part I & Manufacturers
II) 1985 Test Certificate
to be furnished
b. Site Test Do Operation of the
breakers to be
tested.
6 RCCB a. Shop Test IS: 12640 Manufacturers
Test Certificate
to be furnished
7 MCB a. Shop Test IS: 8828-1978 Manufacturers
IEC: 898-1987 Test Certificate
to be furnished
8 Wires/ Cables a. Shop Test IS : 694 Manufacturers
IS : 1554 Test Certificate
to be furnished
b. Diameter of IS: 8130 Diameter to be
each strand of measured at site
wires/ cables before use to
confirm the
correctness of
the wire/ cables.
c. Overall IS: 694 Do
diameter IS: 1554

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 d. Resistance IS: 8730 Resistance of
100M of
wires/cables to
be measured.
9 Conduit IS: 9537 Only ISI marked
Thickness conduit to be
used.
10 Earthing Earth IS: 3043-1978 Resistance to be
Electrode measured.
Resistance.

6 PARTICULAR TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION FOR FIRE FIGHTING

SYSTEM

Risk Classification : Educational Building under Group B1 of NBC.

Fire Protection & Fire Alarm System

DESCRIPTION OF REQUIREMENT AS PER

SYSTEM ENVISAGED
SYSTEM / INSTALLATION N.B.C.
To Provide with each down
Hose reel Required
comer.
To Provide 2 Nos. for Hose Ree
Down Comer Not Required only & 1 no. for Hose Reel &
Landing Valve.
To Provide 1 No. including 1
Yard Hydrant Not Required
No. F.B. Inlet.
Manual Electrical Fire Alarm System. Not Required Not To Provide
Automatic Detection & Alarm System. Not Required Not To Provide
i) Underground Fire Water Tank. Not Required Not To Provide

ii) Terrace Tank. 10,000 Ltrs. To Provide 15,000 Ltr.

i) Near the under ground static tank. Not Required Not To Provide
Pump ( Fire / Jockey )

One electric Booster Pump of

ii) At the Terrace level. To Provide
capacity 450 Lpm.
a) Portable Extinguisher. Required To Provide
Others

b) Fire Order / Notice. Required To Provide

c) Exit Sign. Required To Provide

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 CODES & STANDARDS.

All the systems and equipments within the scope of this tender shall be of
reputed proven makes, designed and manufactured in accordance with the
stipulations of latest versions of Indian Codes or recommendations of State
F.E.S / T.A.C. / F.O.C. / N.F.P.A.

When an equipment is offered conforming to standards other than those listed

below, it shall be clearly brought in Schedule of Deviation.

01. IS:1646 : Code of practice for fire safety of building (general),

Electrical Installations.
02. IS:1648 : Code of Practice for fire safety of buildings (general),
Fire Fighting Equipment and its Maintenance.
03. IS:3034 : Code of Practice for Fire of Industrial Buildings,
Electrical Generating and Distributing Stations.
04. IS:884 : First Aid Hose Reel for Fire Fighting ( For Fixed
Installations).
05. IS:2171 : Portable Fire Extinguisher, Dry Powder Type .
06. IS:2878 : Portable Fire Extinguishers, CO2 type.
07. IS:1239 : Part - I : Mild Steel Tubes (upto 150mm).
Part - II : Mild Steel tubulars and other wrought steel pipe
fittings.
08. IS:778 : Gunmetal gate, globe and check valves for general
purposes.
09. IS:13095 : Butter Fly Valve.
10. IS:14846 : Sluice Valve for water works purposes (50 to 1200mm
size) – Specification.
11. IS:5312 : Swing Check type Reflux (Non-Return) Valves.
12. IS:940 : Portable Fire Extinguisher ,Water CO2 Type.
13. IS:10204 : Portable Fire Extinguisher, Foam Type.
14. IS:2190 : Code of practice for selection, installation and
maintenance of portable First - Aid Fire Appliances.
15. IS:5290 : Landing / Hydrant Valve.
16. IS:8423 : Controlled Percolation Hose for fire fighting.
17. IS:903 : Fire Hose Delivery Couplings, Branch Pipe, Nozzles &
Nozzle spanner.
18. IS:2062 : Structural Steel (Fusion / Welding Quality ).
19. IS:325 : Three Phase Induction Motor.
20. NBC : National Building Code of India 2005, Group – 1, Part 4.

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21. IS:2217 : Recommendations for providing first aid fire fighting
arrangements in public buildings.
22. IS:3589 : Mild Steel Tubes (200mm and above).

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
01.00 PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS.
01.01 All the portable extinguishers shall be of free standing type and shall be
capable of discharging freely and completely in upright position. Each
extinguisher shall have the instructions for operating the extinguisher on
its body itself and shall be supplied with initial charge with accessories
as required.

01.02 Portable type extinguishers shall be provided with suitable clamps for
mounting on walls or columns and shall be painted with durable enamel
paint of fire red colour, conforming to relevant Indian standards or
NFPA standard 10.

01.03 The Water CO2 type extinguisher shall comprise of suitable thickness
sheet body coated with leaded tin alloy internally and externally (by
electrolytic deposition process), an inner container, a CO2 gas cartridge,
a plunger rod for CO2 release and other accessories. It shall conform to
IS:940.

01.04 Carbon-di-oxide type extinguisher shall comprise of high pressure steel

cylinder body with wheel type valve, braided reinforced hose, non-
conducting horns and accessories, wheeled trolley or mounting clamp,
etc. It shall conform to IS:2878.

01.05 Dry chemical extinguisher shall comprise of suitable thickness sheet

steel body coated with leaded tin alloy internally and externally (by
electrolytic deposition process), an inner container, a carbon-di-oxide
gas cartridge, a plunger rod for carbon-di-oxide release, a high pressure
hose, a nozzle, a nozzle holder, wall mounting brackets and other
accessories. It shall confirm to IS:2171. The powder shall confirm to
IS:4861 or IS:4308.

01.06 Any other kind of portable fire appliances provided shall confirm to
NFPA standard 10 and of approved make.

02.00 FIRE WATER PUMP

02.01 The pump shall be of submersible type and designed for continuous
operation at its best efficiency point. The drive unit of the pump shall be
suitably rated, so that the same can take the load of full open condition.
The pump set alongwith its drive unit shall run smoothly without undue
noise and vibration. Parts of pump like impeller, shaft sleeve, wearing
ring etc. shall be of non-corrosive metal.

02.02 Under certain conditions, there may be occasions when fluid flow
through the pump would be reversed, as in case of loss of power to the
pump drive. The pump should be so designed that the impellers and

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 other accessories are not damaged under such conditions of flow
reversal.

03.00 ELECTRIC MOTOR.

03.01 Notwithstanding anything stated in this specification, the motor has to
satisfy the requirement of the mechanical system during normal and
abnormal conditions. All motors shall conform to the latest applicable
Indian Standard (IS:325) & IEC.

04.00 PUMP STARTING PANEL.

04.01 The panel should be of free standing floor / wall mounting consols as
required and out of CRCA sheet steel. Suitable terminal blocks shall be
provided for termination of external cable / wires. The panel feature
shall be able to match the system description or philosophy for water
based fire protection system.

04.02 The panel shall be suitable to accept electric feeding of 440 (10% Volts,
3 phase & 50HZ( 5% A.C. supply. The panel shall have the visual
indication for power supply and of pump status. The starting interlock of
the pump motor shall meet the system philosophy. The starter for Fire
Pump shall be of Star-Delta type and that of Jockey Pump shall be of
D.O.L. type.

04.03 The make of components and SLD of the panel shall be in accordance
with the approval of Purchaser / Architect / Consultant.

05.00 HYDRANT / LANDING VALVE.

05.01 The Hydrant Valve (Alloy Steel) should conform to IS:5290 type ‘A’
and should be suitable for indoor or outdoor installation. The hydrant
valve must be completed in all respect i.e. with blank cap & chain. It
should have flanged inlet suitable for 80mm Nb and oblique type female
instantaneous coupling outlet of 63mm size to receive male coupling as
per IS:903.

06.00 PIPING
06.01 Mild Steel Black Pipe should be as per IS:1239, Part-I, medium / heavy
grade. The complete piping system should withstand hydraulic test
pressure equal to 1.5 times of maximum working pressure. Piping to be
laid overground shall be supported properly on wall / column / beam
/floor to suit site condition. Piping to be buried under ground shall be
provided with protection of the outer surface, against soil corrosion by
using two wrap of 2mm thick anticorrosion tape.

06.02 Outer surface of overground pipes shall be thoroughly cleaned of mill

scale, rust etc. by wire brush, there after, one coat of red lead primer
shall be applied. Finally two coats of synthetic enamel paint of approved
colour shall be applied.

07.00 BRANCH PIPE WITH NOZZLE

07.01 The Branch Pipe (Aluminium) with Nozzle should conform to IS:903.
The branch pipe should have male inlet connection of 63mm size at one
end and other end should be threaded with a nozzle of 18mm bore.

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08.00 HOSE WITH COUPLING.
08.01 63mm size controlled percolation hose should conform to IS:8423 and
of 7.5 M / 15 M long. Both the end of the hose should be properly
riveted and copper wire bounded with pair of male & female G.M. Hose
Coupling as per IS:903.

09.00 FIRE SERVICE INLET (4 -WAY / 3 -WAY).

09.01 Fire Service Inlet connection should generally conform to IS:904 and
complete with four / three 63mm dia instantaneous type gunmetal inlets
with builts in check valves and 150mm Nb / 100mm Nb connection for
installation with the fire main.

10.00 SWINGING HOSE REEL.

10.01 First aid fire fighting swinging Hose Reel should conform to IS:884 and
complete with reputed make 20mm dia rubber hose of 30 M / 33 M.
long. It should be powder coated and should be complete in all respect
i.e. with swivel joint, nozzle, etc.

11.00 SLUICE VALVE / GATE VALVE

11.01 Valves 40mm and below shall be heavy pattern gunmetal valves with
cast iron wheel tested to 16 Kg./Cm2 pressure. Valves shall be leader or
equivalent make.
11.02 Sluice Valves 50mm and above shall be cast iron double flanged with
non rising spindle. Sluice valves below ground shall be provided with
suitable valve chamber. Sluice valves in exposed locations i.e. pumps
house etc. shall be provided to with cast iron wheels. Sluice valves shall
conform to IS:14846 class PN 1.0 and tested to 16 Kg/Cm2 has pressure.
Sluice valves shall be of approved make.

12.00 NON-RETURN VALVE

12.01 Non-Return valve shall be of cast iron double flanged & Swing Check
type. The valve should have a permanent “ Arrow ” inscription on its
body to indicate direction of flow of water. The valve shall generally
conform to IS: 5312. The pressure rating of the valve shall be in
accordance with the system design and the make shall be of approved
type.

SAFETY SIGNAGE (EXIT SIGN WITH ARROW / FLOOR NUMBER)

13.01 The “Exit” Board & “Arrow” marking to indicate direction of escape
route shall be of size 150mm X 300mm & 150mm X 150mm. The
signage shall be of Photoluminescent nature. The signage shall get
charged from the existing light present in the area and shall come alive
to glow as soon as the light goes out by the luminous crystals containing
mainly zinc sulphide in protective glass-like shell which is non toxic &
non radioactive or non hazardous. The intensity of glow in the dark of
the said signage shall decrease continuously but should last not less than
4 hours and strongest glow should produce during first 30 minutes of
darkness.

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APPROVED LIST OF MATERIALS

SL.No NAME OF ITEMS LIST OF APPROVED

MANUFACTURERS / BRAND
/ APPLICATORS
CIVIL
1 Cement Brand to be approved by the E-
I-C.
2 Reinforcement Brand to be approved by the E-
I-C.
3 Mild Steel and Medium tensile steel Brand to be approved by the E-
I-C.
4 White Cement Birla, J.K
5 Ceramic Floor Tiles NITCO, ORIENT, SOMANY,
KAJARIA, JOHNSON
6 Ceramic Tiles for Dado NITCO, ORIENT, SOMANY,
KAJARIA, JOHNSON
7 Vitrified Tiles NITCO, ORIENT, SOMANY,
KAJARIA, JOHNSON
8 Chequered Tiles NITCO, Basant Betons,
Bezelal
9 Ironmongery Subject to prior approval of
EIC.
10 Cement based paint Snowcem Plus or equivalent
11 Exterior grade textured paint Asian Paint, Berger, ICI,
Nerolac
12 Distemper Asian Paint, Berger, ICI,
Nerolac
13 Plastic emulsion Paint Asian Paints, ICI, Berger,
Nerolac
14 Synthetic Paint Asian Paint, Berger, ICI,
Nerolac
15 Zinc Chromate Primers Shalimar, Asian Paint, Berger,
ICI
16 Flush Door/ Block Board/ Ply Kit ply, Sarda Ply, Kutty,
Greenply, Tower
17 Glass Modi/ Saint Gobin/ Asahi
18 Chemical / Mechanical Anchor HILTI, FISCHER
Fastners
19 Pre-coated anti-corrossive steel Colour roof (India) Ltd.,
sheet Interarch Building Products
Pvt. Ltd., Kirbey Building
Systems Ltd.
20 Hydrolic door closer Hardwyn make (Eddy) or
equivalent
21 Floor spring for aluminium door Hardwyn, Garnish
22 Fittings for Aluminium doors and Ebco, Doorline
windows.
23 Water Proofing Compound/ Choksey, Sika Qualcrete,
Admixtures Degussa, Fosroc, Roffe, Cico,
Impermo, ACCO proof
24 Epoxy Paints Choksey, Dr. Beck, Asian

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 Paint, Garwara Paints.
25 Extruded Aluminium Sections INDAL, JINDAL, Hindalco
26 Polysulphide Sealant Choksey, Sika Qualcrete,
Degussa
27 Gypsum False Ceiling India Gypsum Ltd.
28 Polycarbonate Sheet GE Plastic or Equivalent
29 PVC flooring Armstrong, Birla Vinoleum,
Polyfloor Challanger Vinyl
flooring.
SANITARY ITEMS

1 Vitreous China Sanitary Ware Parry, Cera, Hindustan

2 Plastic W.C seats Commeander, Patel
3 GI Pipes Tata, Jindal, NEZONE
4 GI fittings HB, Zoloto, K.S
5 Stainless Steel Sink Neelkantha, AMC, Corba
6 Mirror Akoi, Atul, Silver, Fish, Jolly
7 C.P Pillar cock, Bibcocks, stop- Essco, Parko, GEM, Jaquar
cocks and other CP fittings
8 Brass Bib & Stop cock GPA, SANT, L & K
9 Valves Leaders, Kent, Zoloto
10 Soil, Waste & Rainwater pipe and
fittings
11 Unplasticised-PVC Oriplast, Suprime, Prince
12 Sand Cast RIF, BIG, NECO
13 Stonaware Pipes & Gully Perfect, Burn
14 RCC Pipe Laxmi, Sood & Sood, Jain &
Co.
15 C.I. S/S Pipes IISCO, Kesoram, Electro Steel
16 C.I. Manholes Kirloskar, IVC
17 C.I. Double Flanged non-return Kirloskar or equivalent
18 PVC Tank Sintex, Patton

ELECTRICALS

1 ACB, MCCB, SFU,CFS, HRC Fuse GE, MDS, Schneider, L & T,

Siemens, Cromton Greaves,
Power Control, C&S
2 TPN switch fuse unit / switch Siemens, L& T, GE, C&S,
disconnector fuse unit with HRC Schneider, Cromton Greaves,
fuses Power Control, Gerard, Indo
Asian

3 DP/SPN SFU/ SDFUwith HRC fuse LK, HPL, Havell’s, L&T, Indo
Asian, C&S

4 All moulded fuse with HRC Siemens, Larsen & Toubro,

fuses/Distribution fuse board with GE, C&S, Havell’s, Gerard
HRC fuses
5 KWH Meter Alstom, HPL-SOCOMEC,
L&T, Havell’s, Jaipur
6 Motor Starter Siemens, L& T, Schneider
(CG), GE, T & C., BCH, C&S.

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7 Rewireable type porcelain Anchor, GE, Standard,
Switchgear, fuse fittings Havell’s, Gerard

8 Changeover Switch L & T, ELECON/ Gerard,

Havell’s, Clipsal
9 Miniature Circuit Breaker & MCB MDS, Merlin Gerin, ELECON/
Distribution Boards Gerard, L & T,Hager, Siemens,
Havels, Legrand, Indo Asian.
10 Earth Leakage current circuit MDS, Merlin Gerin, L & T,
breaker Hager, Siemens, Gerard, Indo
Asian
11 1100 Volts grade PVC insulated NICCO, Fort Gloster, National,
steel armoured and over all PVC CCI, Havell’s, Polycab,
sheathed cables with size in sq.mm
embosed on cable surface
12 PVC insulated stranded/ flexible National (NC), Finolex, L&T,
copper conductor wire with R.R. Kabel, Polycab, Havell’s,
size in sq.mm. embosed on cable Gerard, Indo Asian
surface (for internal wiring)
13 Rigid PVC Conduit B.E.C., Plaza, Kalingha, AKG,
Precision, Gerard
14 Black stove enamelled conduit and B.E.C., NIC, AKG
galvanised steel conduit with ISI
marked embosed on conduit surface
15 Decorative Electrical Switch Board Hylam or equivalent
cover with white top Lamination
16 Metal clad socket & plug having Hager, Schneider (CG), MDS,
scraping earth arrangement L & T, Gerard, Indo Asian,
Havells. Indo Asian
17 250 Volt 6 Amp. Piano reed type Anchor, CPL, Precision
switch/
Buzzer Push (Flush type), 250 Volt
16 Amp. 3 Pin socket with switch
combined

18 250 Volt 6 Amp. Ceiling rose, 250 Anchor, CPL, Precision, SSK,
Volt : Magic, Kolor
16 Amp 3 pin socket with switch
combined
19 Clock switch/time switch L & T, MDS, Hager, GIC, Indo
Asian
20 ‘CLIP ON’ Terminal assembly Tosha, Elmex

21 Measuring Instrument (Ammeter, Automatic Electric, Industrial

Voltmeter, P.F. meter). Meter (I.M.P), Universal
Electric, L&T, Rishab,
NERCON
22 ON/OFF Rotary Switch/ Selector Siemens, Hager, Larsen &
Switch/ programme switch Toubro, Kaycee
23 Cable Glands COMIC, Raychem
24 Cable Tray Pilco, MEK
25 Battery EXIDE, STANDARD
26 Fluorescent light fittings (All types) & Philips,Thorn, Bajaj, Wipro,
lamp. Crompton

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27 Decorative wall bracket/ ceiling Philips,Thorn, Bajaj, Wipro,
mounted Luminaire for PL Crompton
/incandescent lamp
28 Fluorescent Street Light Luminaire & Philips,Thorn, K-litr, Bajaj,
lamp Metal Coats
29 Metal halide luminaure & lamp Philips,Thorn, K-litr, Bajaj,
Metal Coats
30 Lamp Holder (Pendent racket or Anchor, SSK, Magic
Batten)
31 Exhaust Fan G.E.C., Crompton, Polar,
USHA
32 Ceiling Fan Crompton, Orient, Polar, USHA
33 Ammeter/Voltmeter selector switch Kaycee, L&T, Switron
34 Relay Alsthom, GE, L&T, Syntron,
Control Group
35 Current Transformer Kappa, L&T, C&S, AE,
SIEMENS
36 Capacitor L&T, Manual, EPCOS
37 Sodium vapour, Murcury vapour Philips, Crompton, Bajaj, Wipro
MHL fittings and lamps
38 HT Switch Gear MEI, Electrotecnica, BICCO,
Siemens
39 Distribution Transformer Eastern Transformer &
Equipment, Truvolt, Voltamp
40 AC alternator Kirlosker, Crompton, Stamford

FIRE FIGHTING WORKS

1 Fire Pump / Jockey Pump Kirloskar or Mather & Platt or
(Submersible type) K.S.B
2 C.I. Valves (Sluice / Non-return / H. Sarkar / KSB / Audco /
Check) Subhash Engineering.
3 M.S. / G.I. Pipe. Jindal or Tata.
4 G.M.Valves.(gate / globe / check ) Leader or bearing ISI mark.

5 Hydrant / Landing Valve. Ghosh Engineering / Asco

Strumech.
6 63mm Fire Fighting Hose. C.R.C. or Newage or B.R.G.
7 20mm Rubber Hose. Dunlop or Diamond or Raihno.
8 Hose Box and Swinging Hose Reel. Any fabricator, acceptable by
local Fire Brigade authority.
9 Pressure Switch. Indfoss / System Sensor.

10 Pressure Gauge. H.Guru or Fiebig .

11 Portable Extinguishers. D.Flame / Minimax/ Cease Fire
12 Power & Control Cable. Gloster / Nicco / Phinolex /
Havells.

(For items not covered in above list of approved make, ISI make brands to
used after obtaining prior approval from Engineer in Charge)

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