16 - Specification of Work - Part 22

SPECIFICATION OF WORK
STRUCTURAL STEELWORK AND METALWORK
STRUCTURAL STEELWORK
1. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
Structural steelwork shall be constructed in accordance with the SOs Engineering Specifications
and drawings and as directed by the SO on site.
For structural steelwork no allowance has been or will be made for rolling margin.
Rates shall be deemed to include for structural steelwork not cast into concrete to be hot-
dipped galvanised to BS 729.
Rates for welded work are to include for all labour and materials, including preparing surfaces for
welding and grinding to a smooth finish.
Rates for steelwork are to include for treating surfaces in contact with aluminium at intersections
with aluminium or approved bituminous paint.
The specification on structural steel works shall be read in conjunction with the Civil and Structural
Engineers Specifications. In cases of discrepancies, the requirements specified in the Civil and
Structural Engineers Specifications shall take precedence.
All materials, testing, fabrications, assembly, erection and finishing of the structural steelwork shall
be in accordance with the codes and standards set forth herein and/or in the Civil and Structural
Engineers Specifications.
No approval or any acceptance by the SO shall relieve the Contractor of his responsibility under
the Contract for the quality of materials and standard of workmanship on the Works.
All steelwork including connections shall be hot-dipped galvanized to 80 microns thick

conforming to SS117 before delivery to site. All exposed or damaged / cut / welded parts shall be
painted with two coats of compatible zinc-rich paint.
All steelwork shall comply with BS5950-1 : 2000 and BS 5950-2 : 2001 unless otherwise
specified.
BS4360:1990 for weldable structural steels has been superseded by new BS and EN standards.
Material for weldable structural steels shall comply with the new BS and EN standards.
All materials for steelwork shall comply with the latest BS and EN standards. These new standards
are outlined in BS5950-1: 2000 and BS 5950 - 2: 2001.
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2. SCOPE OF CONTRACTORS WORKS
The Contractor shall furnish, fabricate, assemble, erect and finish all the structural steelwork for
a complete installation. Any materials and works incidental to the structural steelwork not
specifically described herein but necessary to complete the steelwork as intended shall be supplied
and installed by the Contractor.
The Contractor shall be responsible for coordinating with other contractors and furnishing to them
with all necessary information for coordination of the works. Supply and/or installation of all
anchors, fasteners, inserts, fittings, fixtures and the like as required to complete the structural
steelwork shall be the Contractors responsibility.
The Contractor shall be responsible for the preparation of shop and working drawings in accordance
with the requirements specified herein.
The Contractor shall engage an Independent Testing / Inspection Agency (ITA) to carry out tests of
the materials and inspection of the steelworks in accordance with relevant BS.
3. TESTING, INSPECTION AND QUALITY CONTROL
All the materials and workmanship for the structural steelwork shall be subject to the tests and
inspection set forth below. The Contractor shall perform any additional tests and inspections as
deemed necessary for assuring the quality of the work to the approval of the SO.
The Contractors test and inspections shall be carried out in the manner specified by ITA. The
schedules and methods of the tests and inspection shall be submitted to the SO for his prior approval.
The scope of the ITA work include but are limited to the following:
a) Review of contractor and sub-contractors QA/QC manuals, inspection and test plans and
shop drawings.
b) Review of welding procedure specifications and qualification records, welders
qualification records and witnessing of qualification tests.
c) Steel material inspection / verification of inspection and tests records.
d) Joints fit-up inspection.
e) Visual welding inspection.
f) Witnessing of NDT and review of NDT results/reports.
g) Verifying / witnessing of dimensional inspection.
h) Witnessing of bolt tightening inspection.
i) Compilation of inspection / test reports and review of manufacturers data records.
The SO shall reserve the right to inspect all materials and operations of the Contractor related
to the structural steelwork. The SO shall have reasonable access to the shops, factories, storage
areas, warehouses and any other places of work of the Contractor the SO deems it necessary to
inspect the materials and workmanship.
Notwithstanding the certificates and/or test reports of the manufacturers or other independent
testing agencies submitted, the SO may order material retest to be conducted.
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4. SUBMITTALS
.1 The Contractor shall submit to SO for review a schedule for submission of all
shop drawings and other submittals required under the Contract. The required submittals
include but are not limited to the items listed in the following sections.
.2 Shop Drawings
a) The Contractor shall provide the SO with two complete sets of detailed shop
drawings, full marked up general arrangement drawings and relevant calculations
duly prepared and endorsed by the Contractor's Professional Engineer.
b) The shop drawings shall indicate clear and complete details of each assembly,
component and connection, together with all information relative to their surface
treatment and fabrication including welding procedures and sequence, etc.
c) The SO's approval of these drawings must be obtained before the fabrication can
commence. Such approval shall not in any way relieve the Contractor of his
responsibility for any errors which his drawings or calculations may contain.
.3 Material Certifications
The Contractor shall submit to the SO, mill certificates, delivery orders and/or test reports of
the manufacturers or independent testing agencies properly correlated to the all the materials
that are to be incorporated in the permanent structural steelwork.
.4 Welding Procedures / Welders Qualification Records

a) Welding procedure specifications shall be prepared and pre- qualified in
accordance with the relevant standards and submitted to the SO prior to
commencement of work.
b) The Contractor shall submit welder qualification records, issued by approved testing
agency, related to the approved welding procedures for each welder employed.
c) The Contractor shall maintain records of all welding procedure specifications,
procedure qualification records and welders / welding operators qualification records
for the project. Certified copies of these records shall be made available to the SO.
.5 The Contractor shall submit a detailed description detailing the sub- contractors production
capacity and capability, manpower resources available, experience, resume of the personnel
to be assigned to the sub-contracted work, plant resources available, and the like for the SOs
perusal and approval.
.6 Others
a) Procedures for fabrication, transportation, assembly, erection and finishing.
b) Safety Procedures
c) Testing and Inspection Plan
d) QA/QC Manual of Contractor and sub-contractors.
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5. MATERIALS
All steel to be incorporated in the Works shall be traceable to the original manufacturers.
Mill certificates and delivery orders of all steel sections shall be submitted to the SO at least
fourteen days before the start of fabrication. Failure to produce documentary proof of the origin of
any materials in a fabricated unit will be sufficient reason for the SO to reject the unit.
All structural members except structural hollow sections shall be hot- rolled conforming to BS
EN 10025 S275/S355J0 or BS EN10113 S275/S355M/N as appropriate, unless otherwise
specified in the drawings.
All structural hollow sections shall be hot-finished conforming to BS EN10210 S275/S355J2H,

unless otherwise specified in the drawings.
Dimensions, properties, tolerances and rolling margins of all steel sections shall conform to the
relevant product standards specified in BS5950-2.
Ordinary bolts and nuts shall be hexagonal with plain washers all grade 8.8 conforming to
BS4190 unless otherwise specified. Bolt length shall be such that the projection beyond the nut
after tightening is not less than three full threads nor more than 13mm, unless otherwise permitted
by the SO.
All holding-down bolts shall be Grade 8.8 unless otherwise specified.
All high strength friction grip bolts shall comply with BS 4395, Part 1 and shall be installed in
accordance with BS 4604, Part 1.
Electrodes for welding shall comply with BS 639. Electrodes shall be stored in accordance with
the manufacturer's recommendations. The coating shall be dry when each electrode is put
into use, and all unused electrodes shall be returned to store.
The Contractor shall provide all necessary for all material testing to be carried out by the approved
ITA, as and when directed by the SO.
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6. FABRICATION
.1 General
The Contractor shall obtain authorisation to start fabrication. Such authorisation will not
normally be given before all shop drawings have been checked and approved.
.2 Marking
a) At all stages of the fabrication, the Contractor shall positively identify the
respective structural steel members following an approved marking system. Punches
and chisels shall not be used for markings on the outer surface of the members.
b) For the purpose of continuous identification until completion of the erection, the
marking shall be made with a durable material that will not impair the material. Hard
stamping may be used for marking, except where otherwise instructed by the SO.
c) Where the approved drawings indicate areas of steelwork are not to be painted, no
marking shall be placed in such areas.
.3 Cutting
a) Members shall be cut as an appropriate manner by shearing, cropping, sawing or
machine flame cutting such that it will not impair the strength of the member.
Manual flame cutting may be done only with the prior approval of the SO.
b) Sheared or cropped edges for all butting members shall be dressed to a neat finish
and shall be free from distortion.
c) Flame cut edges should be free from notches, burrs or gouges. Surface defects and
gouges greater than 3 mm shall be removed by grinding. All re-entrant corners shall
be finished notch-free to a radius of at least 15mm.
d) Where manual flame cutting are allowed by the SO, the cut shall be made to not less than
3 mm from the finished dimension with the final removal completed by grinding.
.4 Holes for Bolts
Holes for bolts shall be formed only by drilling. Punching or flaming cutting shall not be
permitted. All blurrs shall be removed to ensure proper contact of connecting members.
.5 Bending
The bending of structural steel sections to form curved members shall be achieved by a hot
bending process. The bending of all steel sections shall be carried out in a specialist
workshop subject to the approval of the SO.
.6 Tolerance
a) Dimensional and fabrication errors of the structural members shall be within the tolerance
set forth in the relevant standard to which the approved detailed design relates.
b) Fabricated items are to be accurate to within 3mm of their design length. The
fabricated structural steel members showing deviations in excess of the specified
tolerances shall be corrected by an approved method, prior to the shop priming. No
heating or hammering for the correction of deviations shall be permitted, except where
a specific permission is obtained from the SO.
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7. WELDING
.1 All welding shall be carried out in accordance with the requirements of BS 5135.
.2 All welding operations shall be performed only at established and qualified workshops that
provide a controlled and sheltered environment, subjected to SOs approval. These
workshops shall be properly equipped with the necessary facilities and equipment for
complete welding. Site welding shall only be permitted for unavoidable welding operations
that cannot be otherwise carried at these workshops.
.3 Welder / Welding Operators
a) All welding shall be performed only by approved welders tested to AWS D1.1 or BS
EN 287: Part 1 for the approved welding procedures.
b) The Contractor shall submit copies of each welder / welding operator qualifications
issued by an approved testing agency together with the welder / welding operator
resume bearing a photograph for identification. The SO reserves the right to
have any welder re-tested at any time during the Contract.
.4 Welding procedures
a) Welding procedures for shop welds and site welds, shall be qualified in
accordance with AWS D1.1 or BS EN 288: Part 3, and welding procedure sheets shall
be submitted to the SO for approval prior to commencement of welding works.
b) No welding shall be carried out in strong breeze and/or rain unless adequate
shielding facilities as approved by the SO are provided. No intermittent welding is
permitted on surfaces exposed to rain.
c) Fusion faces shall be properly prepared and free from loose scales, slag, rust,
grease, paint any foreign material. The fusion faces shall be carefully aligned and
the correct gap and alignment maintained during the welding operation.
d) Gaps between parts to be joined with fillet weld shall be not more than 4.0mm.
For gaps up to 4.0 mm, the size of the fillet welds shall be increased by the gap width.
e) Parts to be butt weld shall be carefully aligned. Misalignments exceeding 10% of the
thickness of the thinner part or 3.0mm whichever is the smaller shall be corrected.
No part shall be drawn into a slope greater than 2 degrees in the making the
correction.
f) All welds shall be finished full and made with the correct number of runs.
All adhering slag being carefully removed from the exposed faces immediately after
each run. The welds being kept free from slag and other inclusions.
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WELDING (CONTD.)
.5 Inspection and tests
a) The Contractor shall employ an Inspection Institute approved by the Employer's

Representative to carry out all non- destructive tests of welds as specified by the
Employer's Representative.
b) The tests on the welds shall be carried out in accordance with the relevant BS
indicated as follow:
i) Radiographic test to BS2600/BS2910 as appropriate.
ii) Ultrasonic test to BS 3923.
iii) Magnetic-particle test to BS 6072.
.6 Extents and methods of tests and examinations
a) The extents and methods of test and examinations of the welds shall be as follows,
unless otherwise approved by the SO. Extent of the tests and examinations set forth
shall be applicable to both shop and field welds. The SO may order any other
additional tests as he deems necessary.
b) All welds shall be visually inspected and approved.
c) Ultrasonic tests or radiographic tests shall be performed on 100% of all full penetration butt
welds. The acceptance criteria for these welds shall be category A to BS 5135.
d) Ultrasonic tests shall be performed on 50% of all partial penetration butt welds and
fillet welds with leg length greater than 12mm. The acceptance criteria for these
welds shall be category A to BS 5135.
e) Magnetic particle test shall be performed on 50% of all fillet welds. The
acceptance criteria for these welds shall be category B to BS 5135.
.7 Corrections of Welds
a) Welds not to the satisfaction of the SO shall be thoroughly removed by grinding

or other approved methods, without impairing the parent metals, and re-welded to
approval.
b) Deficient assemblies shall be taken apart, corrected and re- assembled using new
materials as required.
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8. TRANSPORTATION, STORAGE AND HANDLING

The Contractor shall provide the SO with lists of the structural members included in each
consignment to facilitate the SOs inspection of the members delivered to the site.
The Contractor shall be responsible for adequate protection of the steelwork members against
deformation and damage during shipment and storage.
The Contractor shall arrange shipments so as to tie-in with the progress of construction work. The
Contractor shall suitably pack the bolts, nuts and other small items in suitable containers.
The structural steel materials shall be stored off the ground on platforms, skids, or other suitable
supports. The materials shall be kept free from dirt, grease, and other foreign matters and shall
be protected from damage and corrosion.
The Contractor shall take the utmost care in handling and stockpiling the structural members to
minimize the damage.
All steelwork shall be marked, before dispatching to site, in accordance with the
marking schedule to be prepared by the Contractor.
9. ERECTION
.1 The erection of the steelwork shall be carried out in accordance with BS 5950 Part 2 and,
the safety regulations and by-laws of the relevant authorities.
.2 Prior to erection of any steelwork, the Contractor shall submit for the approval of the SO a
detailed method statement of the proposed erection procedures. Where deemed necessary by
the SO, calculations prepared and endorsed by Contractors PE shall be submitted to
demonstrate the structural adequacy of the proposed erection procedures.
.3 The Contractor shall at his own expense carry out trial assembly and erection of the steel
structure at the fabrication yard or other approved location for checking as may be required
by the SO.
.4 The Contractor shall check and verify all dimensions in the building in which the steelwork
is to be erected and shall inform the SO of any discrepancies, errors or omissions prior to
erection of the steelwork.
.5 At all times during erection, the steelwork shall be secured against all loads, including those
from erection equipment and their operations. If necessary, temporary bracing and supports
shall be provided at the Contractors cost.
.6 During lifting and fitting of the steelwork, care shall be taken to prevent all parts and
members from being distorted or damaged, and to keep the stresses in them within the limits
specified in BS5950. Should any part or member be damaged, it shall be repaired or
replaced to the approval of the SO.
.7 Permanent bolting or welding shall not be carried out until all members are properly aligned and
the positioning and leveling of the steelwork are in accordance to the specified erection
tolerances.
.8 Fastening of the splices of compression members shall be done after the abutting surfaces
have been brought completely into contact, unless otherwise shown on the approved
drawings. Bearing surfaces and surfaces that will be in contact shall be cleaned before the
members are assembled.
.9 Holes for bolts shall not be enlarged beyond the specified hole size without prior
approval of the SO.
.10 Drift pins may be used only to bring together the parts and members, but shall not be used
in such a manner as to distort or impair the parts or members whatsoever.
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ERECTION (CONTD.)
.11 BOLTING
.1 Unless otherwise approved, nuts used for connections subject to vibration shall be of
the type capable of preventing the connections from loosening. Self-locking nuts will
be acceptable.
.2 Bolts spun galvanized, sheradized or electroplated with zinc cadmium or

aluminum bolts, nuts and washers shall be used for connection of metal sprayed or
galvanized steel members.
.3 Friction grip bolts
a) Friction grip bolt tightening shall be by the turn-of-nut method or by torque

control method using properly calibrated wrenches, and performed in two
stages as set forth below.
b) If the turn-of nut method is employed, performance tests shall first be carried
out for each lot and size of bolts in the presence of the SO. The Contractor
shall submit the test report to the SO for his approval, and no permanent
tightening shall commence without the SOs approval.
c) Prior to commencement of the bolt tightening, the Contractor shall determine the
necessary torque values to achieve the required bolt tensions.
.4 Anchor bolts
a) Anchor bolts shall be accurately installed in the concrete by use of templates

and/or wires, and properly protected from damage during concrete placing
operations and until they are finally tightened to the approval of the SO.
b) Each anchor bolt shall be securely fastened with two nuts and a washer,
except where otherwise approved.
.5 Inspection and tests
a) Where required by the SO, the torque coefficient value of the high strength
bolts shall be tested in accordance with the requirements of the relevant
standards.
b) The Contractor shall conduct the following tests and inspection in the
presence of the SO, after completion of the bolt tightening.
c) In case of the torque control method, 10% of the bolts, with a minimum of 1,
in a group shall be re-tightened with the same wrenches used in the second
stage, to confirm the complete tightening. The Contractor shall measure the
torque values for the re-tightening. Each value shall be within 10% of the
required torque value.
d) Should any of the bolts be found loosened or otherwise insufficiently tightened,

all bolts in the group shall be re- tightened to the required tension. All over-
tightened bolts shall be replaced with new ones.
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10. PROTECTION COATING/FINISHING
.1 Unless otherwise specified, all painting to steelwork shall comply with the requirements
of the relevant portions of the specification in addition to the following requirements.
.2 Painting schedule
a) Unless otherwise specified, steelwork, which will be in bonding contact with

concrete, shall not be painted. The surfaces for friction-grip joints shall be sand or
shot-blasted or ground to near white metal and left for natural rusting. No protective
coating shall be applied to the friction grip surfaces of the friction grip joints.
b) Machined surfaces shall be protected against corrosion by approved rust-inhibiting

coating that can be removed prior to erection.
.3 Painting application
a) Unless otherwise provided, the surfaces within 200mm of any field weld locations
shall be kept free from any paint and prevented from rusting until approval by the SO
to apply primer is obtained. No finish paint shall be applied to the bolted or welded
joints until after the SOs approval of the joints.
b) Any damage to the coating shall be repaired immediately after discovery, to the
satisfaction of the SO. Before touching up, rusted area shall be spot blasted to the
surface preparation grade set out above.
c) Prior to application of the subsequent coat, the surfaces if the foregoing coats shall
be cleaned free from any dust, dirt, oil, grease, water, moisture, rust, corrosion, salt,
mill scale, and all other substances detrimental to painting.
d) All painting operations shall be performed by qualified painters whose qualifications

shall be approved by the SO prior to proceeding with the operations.
e) Dry film thickness of each coat of the paint shall be measured, in the presence of the
SO, using the dry film thickness gauge of an approved type, and the records shall be
submitted to the SO for approval before proceeding with the subsequent coat. Any
defects found shall be repaired to the SOs approval.
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11. STRESSBAR SYSTEM
.1 This section shall be read in conjunction with the relevant drawings. In cases of
discrepancies, the requirements specified herein shall take precedence.
.2 Stressbar system shall be provided as shown in the drawings.
.3 The preceding sections of this structural steel specification shall also applied to the works
for the stressbar system.
.4 The acceptance of the stressbar system shall be subjected to the approval of the SO.
.5 Stressbar system shall consists of smooth surface finished bar and the following
components: forked clevis, clevis pin, turnbuckle conical cover.
.6 The bar shall has the following characteristics:
a) Nominal tensile strength, 620 N/mm,
b) Nominal 0.1% proof stress, 460 N/mm,
c) Minimum elongation at maximum force, 16%
d) Modulus of elasticity, 205 x 10 KN/mm,
.7 The bar shall generally not be allowed to be spliced. Under exceptional circumstances,
splicing using turnbuckle coupler shall be allowed subjected to SOs approval.
.8 The bar shall be hot-dipped galvanized to 80 microns thick conforming to SS117 before
delivery to site. Painting as per architectural requirement shall then be applied on the
galvanised bar.
.9 The threaded end of the bar shall be hot-dipped galvanized to 80 microns thick conforming
to SS117 before delivery to site. No painting shall be allowed at the threaded end.
.10 The components supplied shall be architecturally pleasing.
.11 The components supplied must be capable of transmitting the maximum tensile force to the
capacity of the bar. Contractor shall engage a P.E. to furnish calculations showing that
the components are capable of transmitting the maximum tensile force to the supporting
structure.
.12 All components shall be hot-dipped galvanized to 80 microns thick conforming to SS117
before delivery to site. No painting shall be allowed on the structural connecting contract
faces of the components. Painting as per architectural requirement shall then be applied
on the exterior surface of the components.
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12. INTUMESCENT PAINT FOR FIRE PROTECTION
.1 Intumescent paint is allowed to be used to protect the structural steel members of buildings
of all purpose groups, except purpose groups VI and VIII as per defined by FSB, to achieve
the required fire resistance.
.2 For buildings of habitable height not more than 24m, intumescent paint is allowed to be
used to protect the structural steel columns and beams.
.3 For buildings of habitable height more than 24m, intumescent paint is allowed to be used to
protect only the structural steel beams, excluding load transfer beams.
.4 Contractor shall submit intumescent paint to the SO for approval The intumescent paint
shall also be listed under PSB Corps Product Listing Scheme.
.5 The Intumescent paint shall be subjected to the fire resistance test as detailed in BS 476 Pt
20/21 or its equivalent.
.6 The Intumescent paint shall also be subjected to weathering tests as detailed in BS 8202:Pt
2: 1992. Fire test for fire resistance performance shall be conducted on the specimens after
the weather tests. The fire resistance rating of the tested specimen shall not be less than
75% of the original prototype.
.7 Coating of intumescent paint onto structural steel, and subsequent maintenance shall conform
to BS 8202: Part 2: 1992.
.8 Flame retardant chemicals, intended for upgrading of fire resistance rating or surface spread
of flame of timber or any combustible material, shall not be allowed to improve the required
fire resistance or the class of the surface.
.9 A signage depicting the following minimum information shall be fixed at a conspicuous

location:
a) Name of supplier
b) Fire resistance rating of the intumescent paint
- Date of painting
- Expected date of re-painting.
c) To include the following caution note:- Caution: No other paint / coating shall be
applied to the surfaces of the structural steel members protected by the intumescent
paint system.
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METALWORK
13. STAINLESS STEEL
The stainless steel is to be Type 304 No. 8 High Chromium High Nickel (Austenitic) Steels
consisting of 18 percent chromium, 8 percent nickel to be selected and approved by the SO. Where
described they shall mean the following:-
Type 304 Hairline Finish - No. 4 Sheets brushed with 150 - 200 grit abrasive in
non directional.
Type 430 Mirror Finish - BA Finish high polished.
The Contractor is to obtain a certificate to Indemnity that the stainless steel is of the High Chromium
High Nickel (Austenitic) types.
When stainless steel is erected the Contractor is to protect the surfaces from scratches and with frequent
washing with soap and water to maintain the original clean bright appearance.
Stainless steel unless otherwise specified shall be the best quality 18/8 High Chromium High Nickel
(Austenitic) Steels in polished / non-direction hairline finish as shown in drawing including all joints,
junctions and capped ends, and bent and welded/connected to the SO's approval. The Contractor is to
obtain a certificate to guarantee that the stainless steel is of the High Chromium High Nickel
(Austenitic) type.
When stainless steel is erected the Contractor is to protect the surfaces from scratches and to
maintain the original clean bright appearance.
General
All stainless steel shall be American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) Standard 304, 18/8 type
not exceeding 0.012% maximum carbon content, unless otherwise specified. Where bend for
stainless steel tube is less than 135, it shall be cast bend.
Material
Stainless steel tubular section used for fabrication of handrail and supports shall be 1.5 mm
or 3 mm thick of diameters as indicated on drawings.
a) All stainless steel railing shall be in hairline finish and exposed surfaces shall be free from
scratches and other surface blemishes.
b) Sample of railing shall be submitted free of cost for the SO's approval. All materials
subsequently delivered to site shall equal to the approved sample.
Installation
a) All screws, nuts, bolts, washers and other fasteners used for the assembly of the stainless
steel balustrading and railing shall be of stainless steel unless otherwise directed by the S.O.
b) The Contractor is required to submit shop drawings showing detail of fixing and glazing
for the approval of the S.O.
c) The stainless steel railing shall be securely installed, set plumb, level and in proper
alignment and capable of withstanding any operating forces.
d) The whole of the stainless steel railing work shall be carried out by qualified workmen and
strictly in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and approved detail drawings.
Protection and Cleaning

The stainless steel railing shall be adequately protected to prevent damage during the construction
period. Upon completion of the work, the Contractor shall thoroughly clean all surfaces, remove all
stains and replace any damaged or defective works as required, at no extra cost.
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14. GALVANISED STEEL
All sections to be made from steel plates shall be in accordance with BS 4360, rods and bars are to
be in accordance with BS 1449 Part 1 and 2 of low carbon galvanised steel. Small steel angles, tees
and channels shall be of cold rolled section complying with BS 2994.
Unless otherwise stated, all steel sections, channels, angles, brackets, plates, chains, trusses, pipes, frames,
etc. including fasteners shall be hot-dip galvanised. Any damaged/cut/welded parts shall be treated with
one coat of appropriate metal conditioner coating and two coats of copolymer plastic coating.
All galvanised steel bolts used shall include heads, nuts and washers.
15. GALVANISED STEEL BALUSTRADES AND HANDRAILS
Supply and install hot-dipped galvanised steel balustrades and handrails consisting of balusters,
handrails, horizontal intermediate and bottom rails, the whole welded together and including fixing
to brick or concrete wall and concrete kerb with plates, brackets, etc. as shown on the drawings. All
balustrades and handrails shall be painted with one coat mordant solution, one coat zinc chromate,
one undercoat and two finishing coats of synthetic enamel paint.
All balustrades to be 1100mm high.
16. GALVANISED STEEL CHANNELS, ANGLES, BRACKETS, PLATES, ETC.
Supply and fix all galvanised steel hollow sections, channels, angles, brackets, purlins, flashings,
plates, etc. as shown in the drawing.
17. GALVANISED STEEL FRAMINGS
Supply and fix galvanised steel framings consisting of hollow sections, channels, angles, brackets,
plates, etc. with welded or bolted connections as shown in the drawing.
18. GALVANISED MILD STEEL GRILLES
Supply and fix hot-dipped galvanised mild steel grilles to profiles and patterns as shown on the
drawings and to be painted with one coat mordant solution, one coat of red lead primer, one
undercoat and two finishing coats of synthetic enamel paint.
The spacing of any grille member shall not exceed 100mm.
19. PERFORATED ALUMINIUM PANELS
Perforated aluminum panels in minimum thickness shall be framed with approved framing all in pigment
organic coated finish with 50% minimum perforation (size of perforation to be approved by the SO) all as
shown on the drawings to be approved by the SO.
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20. GALVANISED STEEL MESH
Supply and fix pigmented organic coated finish expanded galvanized steel mesh complete with
galvanised steel frame where indicated on the drawings.
21. FAN HOOKS
Guidelines for the installation of fan hooks for Cast-in Method and Installation by Use of Anchor
Bolts - Refer to Specification of Work Guidelines for Installation of Fan Hooks.
22. SHOP DRAWINGS
For all Structural Steelwork and Metalwork, etc. the Contractor shall provide, for the approval of the
SO, shop drawings showing typical installation details, patterns, joint lines, setting out lines, etc. All
patterns shall be based on concept drawings provided by the SO.
23. SAMPLES
Provide samples at Contractor's own cost as required for SO's selection and approval and demolish
or remove when not required.
24. CLEANING AND PROTECTION
Clean down and protect completed sections of the Structural Steelwork and Metalwork to the
approval of the SO.
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ALUMINIUM AND GLAZING WORKS
1. SCOPE OF WORKS
The Contractors Specialist shall design, supply, engineer, test, fabricate, deliver, install and
guarantee all construction necessary to provide the Aluminium and Glazing Works complete with all
accessories and components, in conformance with the requirements of the drawings and
Specifications.
Without limiting the generalities of the foregoing, the works shall include, without being limited to:
(a) External windows, window frames, roof lights, fixed panels, doors, glass doors, etc, glass and
glazing, and hardware.
(b) Bolts, fasteners and secondary metal work connecting the aluminium works to the structure.
(c) Any exposed external aluminium works.
(d) All anchors, attachments and reinforcements for mullions and transomes required for a
complete installation.
(e) Etching and sandblasting of glass.
(f) Supply and installation of glass.
(g) All waterproofing and grouting required between structure and window frames including
grouting voids within frames.
(h) All caulking, sealing and flashing as required for a watertight assembly.
(i) Isolation of dissimilar metals and moving parts.
(j) Engineering proposals, drawings and data.
(k) Shop drawings, engineering data and structural calculations of all installations, to be prepared
and signed by their appointed Professional Structural Engineer.
(l) Samples and mock-ups.
(m) Performance test of the systems.
(n) Co-ordination with work of other trades.
(o) Protection of the work.
(p) Guarantees.
(q) Final external and interior cleaning of the systems.
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SCOPE OF WORKS (CONTD.)
(r) Shop drawings
Basic design requirements as described in this specification and other architectural

requirement such as the size of panels, nett glass area, openable function, configuration of
vision panels shall be retained in the shop-drawings. However, the Contractor may propose
alternative on the construction details provided all basic functional and architectural
requirements are fulfilled.
Particulars of the following must be given in preparing the shops drawings:-

i) Thickness and profile of the various sections to be used
ii) Joints, welds, intersections and assembly
iii) Finishes
iv) Waterproofing
v) Hardware including hardware schedules
vi) Anchorages, structured supports and reinforcement
vii) Glass and glazing methods
In addition, the sub-contractor shall submit with his tender detailed method statements which
shall describe the followings:
i) Drainage system of the windows and doors
ii) Ways of ensuring watertightness and air-tightness
iii) Ways of ensuring vertically of window and door frames
iv) Ways of accommodating thermal movement due to weather conditions
v) The protection of aluminium surface finish and operating mechanism from damage
after installation.
The shop drawings shall show at least major items of work, to full metric scale as far as
practical, metal and glass thickness, arrangement of components, jointing, details of all field
connection especially of mullion to mullion, transom to mullion and anchorage, diagrams and
details explaining provisions for protection system for water leakage, thermal movement,
fastening and grouting methods, sealing methods, glazing methods, flashing, metal finishes
and all other pertinent information.
The shop drawings may also show the maximum permissible structural tolerances of the
building that the system has been designed to accommodate in case these tolerances exceed
those specified in this specification.
The aluminium works and glazing shall be designed to compliance with Singapore Standard
S.S. 212:2007 and S.S.268:2007, to withstand loads due to:-
i) Wind pressure (up to 1200pa, as per PSB Standard SS212, 2007 Appendix c).
ii) Dead loads (eg. Infill panels, etc)
iii) Live loads that may be imposed (eg. Window cleaning cradles, etc.)
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2. ALUMINIUM AND GLAZING WORKS GENERALLY

Aluminium shall be pigmented organic coating finish unless otherwise stated or shown on the
drawings to be approved by the SO.
All aluminium members shall be factory fabricated to the best standard of workmanship and under
experienced factory supervision and control. Shop drawings shall be submitted to the SO for
approval prior to fabrication.
All joints in frames at corners, junctions or intersections, shall be electrically welded, or
mechanically cleated or made with the best trade type of joints with all due care.
All aluminium sections shall be so designed to suit the required span and comply with statutory
requirements on lateral loadings where applicable.
Samples of aluminium sections shall be submitted to the SO for approval prior to commencement of
work.
A written JOINT GUARANTEE OF TEN (10) YEARS (as per attached Format Specimen) shall
be given by the Specialist acceptable to the Employer for the design, materials, performance,
workmanship, including but not limited to discolouration, water penetration, etc. for the supply and
installation of all types of aluminium and glazing works. Period of Guarantee shall commence on
the issuance of the Completion Certificate for the whole project.
3. ALUMINIUM WINDOWS, LOUVRED WINDOWS, DOORS, ETC.

Supply and fix approved doors, windows, etc. complete with frames, mullions, transomes,
ironmongery, weather strippings, glazing beads and other matching accessories.
Supply and fix approved aluminium adjustable louvred window frame and fittings with clips to receive
2mm thick x 150mm wide aluminium blades or 6mm thick x 150mm wide clear glass louvres, screwed
to timber frames including control mechanism, flush handle and coupling mullion, etc.
To all adjustable glass louvred an extra length of powder coated aluminium C-Channel Clip shall be
installed at the bottom edge for the full length of each glass louvred blade and properly secured to
the end clips to SOs approval.
Supply and fix approved aluminium fixed louvres in accordance with manufacturers details.
All windows, sashes and other opening units shall have weather stripping of rubber gaskets,
neoprene setting blocks and approved silicon water-resistant sealer, and doors shall have weather
stripping of certified high pile wool mohair with silicon water-resistant treatment to eliminate water
leakage in extreme weather conditions. All joints between aluminium head or cill and concrete
surfaces shall be also similarly treated with silicon water-resistant sealer.
All units shall be prepared for glazing with aluminium glazing beads, non-setting putty and/or press-
fit rubber gasket or other equal and approved proprietary method.
4. ALUMINIUM SUN SHADE

Supply and install approved aluminium sun shade complete with frame. The aluminium sun shade
shall be finished in pigmented organic coating to be approved by the SO.
5. ALUMINIUM CAT-LADDER
Supply and install anodized aluminium cat-ladder as indicated on the drawings.
6. ALUMINIUM FINS
Supply and install aluminium fins in powder coated finish as indicated on the drawings.
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7. DOUBLE BANK UNIVERSAL LOUVRE

The double bank universal louvre shall have good airflow properties and good rain defence
properties comprising:-
Shall Section : Louvres at 50mm pitch
Deep Section : Front louvre at 100mm pitch with rear louvers at 50mm pitch
Arrangement of louver : Horizontal
Material : Aluminium
Finish : Polyester powder coated
Coverage : Total coverage: all exposed surfaces and edges of components and
assemblies ate coated, excluding fixings and rivets
Colour : Manufacturers international available colours and to SOs selection
Guards : Galvanised steel bird guard (screening behind louvres)
Blanking panels : Single skin aluminium with external decorative polyester powder paint
finish to match louvers
Performance Specification
A multipurpose louvre system shall be provided to achieve minimum resistance to airflow, with
louvre blades to be aerodynamically shaped with no sharp edges or protrusions, to ensure the highest
efficiency airflow performance.
Airflow
The following minimum aerodynamic coefficients shall be achieved when the louvre panel is tested
to EN 13030:2001:
Air Inlet 0.308
Air Extract 0.25
Rain Defence
The louvre system shall achieve the following weathering classification when the louvre panel is
tested to EN 13030:2001
Class A2 up to 1m/s suction velocity
Class B2 up to 2.2m/s suction velocity
Class C2 up to 3.0m/s suction velocity
The louvre system shall be drained internally through hollow section vertical mullions which shall
discharge water onto the cill.
Product Specification
Double Bank Universal Louvre type shall have louvre blades at 100mm pitch deep section at front
and 50mm pitch shallow section at rear.
Construction throughout shall be from high quality corrosion resistant aluminium alloy type 3005
(Colterra) or 3105 to BS 1470.
Front louvre blades shall not be drilled but clipped and not riveted or screwed to structural
supporting mullions allowing for expansion and contraction along their length without distortion and
to provide a continuous external appearance if required.
Mullion shall be concealed at 1250mm maximum centres and their points of support along their length shall
be in accordance with prevailing site wind pressures in accordance with BS 6399 part 2. The mullion shall be
manufactured from 2mm sheet so that associated support steelwork is reduced to a minimum.
Cill and frames shall contain all peripheral fixings and be manufactured form 1.6mm sheet.
The aluminium used shall be 100% recycled aluminium for the principal aluminium components.
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8. DESIGN BY CONTRACTORS SPECIALIST
The Specification is of the "performance" type and includes the minimum requirements for the
External and Internal Aluminium Works without limiting the Contractors Specialist to the method
of achieving the performance required.
The Contractors Specialist shall be responsible for the entire design of the Aluminium and Glazing
Works based on the outline drawings and details prepared by the SO.
The Tender Drawings do not purport to identify or solve completely the problems of thermal or
structural movement, pressure equalization, vapour barriers, fixings and anchorage, flatness and
stability of facing moisture disposal, etc. The drawings also do not purport to solve problems at the
glass line associated with glass movement, pressure fracture or thermal shock.
The Tender Drawings indicate profile and configuration required together with relationship to
structural frame and interior building elements. The drawings also contain details which suggest
directions for solving some of the major design requirements and the Contractors Specialist may
use these details and develop them, as he deems best.
The following Specification contains technical requirements for the Aluminium and Glazing Works,
etc. and the Contractors Specialist in submitting proposals for the Aluminium and Glazing Works
will be deemed to have included against the entire contents of this Specification in the Contract Sum,
as a minimum requirement and also to have included for any measures necessary for compliance
with the Specification, regardless of whether such means are specifically referred to in the
Specification.
Designs must be based on the basic design requirements stipulated in this Specification and shall
comply with architectural requirements such as the sizes and configuration of panels, nett glass area.
However, the tenderers may propose alternative construction details provided that all basic
functional and architectural requirements are fulfilled.
The preliminary design proposals to be approved by the SO shall be in the form of drawings, drawn
to full Metric Scale clearly indicating all major dimensions and illustrating key sections, etc. and all
other constructional requirements, complete with full Specification on all items of work including:-
(a) Metal quality, finishes and thickness.
(b) Glass quality, coating and thickness.
(c) Sections of all typical aluminium and other metal sections.
(d) Arrangement and jointing of components.
(e) Fixing and anchorage system.
(f) Drainage system and provisions in respect of water leakage.
(g) Provisions for thermal movements.
(h) Flashing.
(i) Sealant and sealing method.
(j) Glazing method.
(k) The maximum permissible structural tolerances of the building that the system has been
designed to accommodate in case these tolerances exceed those specified in this Specification.
(l) Weight of all typical systems per unit area.
(m) All other relevant information.
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DESIGN BY CONTRACTORS SPECIALIST (CONTD.)
The Contractor shall submit for SOs approval the following and for each different section, size,
quality, type, etc.:-
(a) 450mm Long mullion and transome sections.
(b) 450mm Long casement sections.
(c) 450 x 450mm Glass.
Samples are to be with the same finish and workmanship as the Contractors Specialist had proposed
and shall include fixing device.
Extra costs due to any additional requirements in respect of the Contractors Specialist design as
aforesaid which may subsequently be found or deemed necessary by the Contractors Specialist or
the SO, will be deemed to be included in the Contract Sum.
The Contractors Specialist shall be responsible for the design of all components of the Aluminium
and Glazing Works installation, including (but not by way of limitation) frame sections and sizes,
catches, locks, sliding gears, glass thickness, glass location, weather stripping and gaskets, to meet
all performance requirements and shall be subject to the approval of the SO.
The design drawings of the Contractors Specialist will be subjected to the inspection and
acceptance of the SO.
The shop drawings, samples, etc. shall be provided for the approval of the SO before the
Contractors Specialist is allowed to proceed with the fabrication. However, the approval of the
drawings by the SO shall not absolve the Contractor and or his Specialist from all responsibilities
and liabilities as to the performance and the efficacy of the Aluminium and Glazing Works.
In addition, the Contractors Specialist will be requested to prepare all shop drawings when
instructed by the SO during the course of the works.
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9. GENERAL DESIGN REQUIREMENTS
The following design requirements must be complied with:-
(a) General
i) The Contractors Specialist shall provide substantiation of the compliance of the design
with the Specifications by full and complete calculations for all parts, components and
assembles, prepared and signed and endorsed by an approved Singapore Registered
Professional Engineer.
ii) Submit for review and approval by the SO, with shop drawing submittals.
(b) Wind Load
The design wind load for the External Aluminium and Glazing Works is to be determined
according to the requirements of Singapore Standard SS 212, Specification for Aluminium
Alloy Windows. The exposure grade is to be "moderate" with appropriate wind speed
correction factors for ground roughness and building height, all as described in SS 42.
The External and Internal Aluminium Works shall be designed to withstand the wind loads
established according to the procedures described in SS 212, without damage or permanent
deformation to the installation and without deflection in any member exceeding 1 / 125 of the
clear span between structural supports, or 20mm whichever is the lesser under wind loading
of p=200Pa and no permanent damage.
The design wind load for the Aluminium and Glazing Works shall be capable to withstand
wind loading of maximum 1.5 KPa.
All Aluminium and Glazing components shall be so designed that deflection arising from wind and
static loads shall not adversely affect the strength and appearance of any component or result in a
permanent set of any member or affect any adjacent materials.
(c) Air Infiltration and Water Penetration
The Aluminium and Glazing Works shall achieve the minimum performance level in relation
to air infiltration and water penetration under "moderate" exposure conditions as set out in
Singapore Standard SS 212, Specification for Aluminium Alloy Windows.
(d) Thermal Movement
The Aluminium and Glazing Works shall be so designed to accommodate thermal movements
occurring under local climatic conditions and temperature changes.
(e) Structural Movement
i) The effect of normal settlements, deflections or expansion of the building structure

shall not affect the efficiency and proper functioning of the Aluminium and Glazing
Works. Lateral deflections of the structural will not exceed 1 / 250 of the span or
maximum 20mm whatever is less.
ii) Before approval of shop drawings, the Contractors Specialist is to confirm the limits of
in-service lateral and vertical deflection which the installation has been designed to
accommodate.
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GENERAL DESIGN REQUIREMENTS (CONTD.)
(f) Structural Tolerances
The Aluminium and Glazing Works shall be designed so as to accommodate the structural
construction tolerances as defined in BS 8110 and BS 5606, Code of Practice for Accuracy in
Buildings.
(g) Treatment Against Crackling Noise
The design of the Aluminium and Glazing Works shall incorporate proper treatment against
crackling and other noises caused by:-
i) Thermal expansion and contraction of metal components.
ii) Deflection of the building structure.
iii) Wind loading.
(h) Weight
The total weight of the Aluminium and Glazing Works including all fixings and accessories
shall not exceed 100 kg / m2.
(i) Fire-proofing
The whole Aluminium and Glazing Works assembly and their individual components shall
comply with statutory requirements and/or the Bye-Laws of the authorities concerned with
fire-proofing. The Contractors Specialist will be fully responsible for any submissions to the
relevant authorities as may be necessary to demonstrate the compliance with statutory
requirements of any material used in the assemblies.
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10. DESIGN REQUIREMENTS
.1 ENGINEERING REQUIREMENT
.1 Cut and trim component parts of the aluminium works and glazing during erection
only with their approval of the manufacturer or fabricator, and in accordance with
their recommendations. Do not cut through reinforcing or prestressing members.
Restore finish completely to protect material and remove all evidence of cutting and
trimming. Remove and replace members where cutting and trimming has impaired
strength or appearance.
.2 Members which are observed to be warped, bowed, deformed or otherwise damaged or
defaced to such extend as to impair strength or appearance in the process of erection,
as directed.
.3 Set units level, plumb and true to line, with uniform joints. Support on metal shims and
secure in place by bolting to clip angles and similar supports anchored to supporting
structure. Use only the types of equipment, ropes, wedges, spaces, spacers, shim and
other items during erection which will not stain or mark the finish of units.
.4 Weld with electrodes and by methods recommended by manufacturer of material being
welded and in accordance with appropriate recommendations. Use only methods
which will avoid distortion or discoloration of exposed faces. Grind exposed welds
smooth, using only clean wheels and components which are free of iron or iron
compounds. Restore finish of components parts after welding and grinding.
.5 Solder and blaze only fill or seal joints (not to form structural joints) and in
accordance with component part manufacturers recommendations. Grind smooth and
restore finish.
.6 Paint clip angles and other ferrous metal parts which will be concealed, with a zinc
rich primer.
.7 Frames shall be set and fixed to walls by lugs. No screw fixing through aluminium
frame will be allowed.
.8 Composite windows / doors with different functions should have a homogenous
complete extrusion as transom or mullions. No extrusions to be jointed with sealant
as the interface details.
.2 ERECTION TOLERANCES
.1 Erect all compared parts within the following tolerances:-
.1 Variations from plumb or angle shown:-

a) 3.00mm maximum variation in storey height or
b) 3.00mm run, non-cumulative.
.2 Variations from level or slopes shown:-
a) 3.00mm maximum variation in any column-to-column space or 9.0m run,
on-cumulative.
.3 Variations from theoretical calculated position as located in plan or elevation in relation
to established floor lines, column lines and other fixed elements of the structures:
a) 6.0mm maximum variation in any column-to- column space or floor-to
floor height, or 13.71m run.
b) 6.0mm maximum total variation at any location.
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DESIGN REQUIREMENTS (CONTD.)
.3 ALUMINIUM ALLOY
.1 Wrought aluminium and aluminium alloys shall be AA 6063-T5 comply with BS
1474 for extruded sections, bars and round tube; with BS 1471 for drawn tube and
with BS 1470 for plate, sheet and strip.
.2 Structural members shall have a minimum thickness of 2.0mm and non-structural
members shall have a minimum thickness of 1.5mm.
.4 FINISHES ON ALUMINIUM
The aluminium shall be finished by one of the following:
.1 Anodizing
.1 Anodic coating to 25 microns (average) minmum complying with BS 3987. At
no point on the significant surface (S) shall the local coating thickness be
less than 20 microns.
.2 Combined coating to comply with JIS H8620, except the minimum thickness of
coatings shall be 9 microns for the anodic and 7 microns for the liquid organic.
.2 Polyester Powder Coating Finish (Pigmented Organic Coating)

.1 The galvanised steel surfaces to be powder coated shall receive a multi-stage
chemical pre-treatment process to remove organic and inorganic surface oils,
residual oxides and chemical conversion coat before powder coating.
.2 The pre-treated galvanised steel surface shall receive a factory applied, over-cured
polyester powder coated suitable for exterior use. The coating shall be of average
thickness of 40-80 micros, and applied by electrostatic spraying. The coating
system must be applied by a specialist applicator or approved equivalent.
.3 The powder coated colour shall be selected and approved by the SO. The
Contractor shall submit samples of powder coated galvanised steel sections to
the SO for approval together with full technical specifications as supplied by
manufacturer, before proceeding with the works.
.5 GENERAL CONSTRUCTION
.1 All parts shall be:-
a) Secure by concealed screws wherever possible,
b) Where exposed to view, screws positions are to be indicated on preliminary
drawings.
c) Exposed screws shall be of countersunk type non-magnetic stainless steel and
neatly located in approved manner.
.2 All components shall be assembled, secured anchored reinforced, sealed and made
weathertight in a manner not restricting thermal or wind movements of the external cladding.
.3 Free and noiseless movement of all components of the curtain wallings and windows
due to thermal, structural, wind pressure, or dead loads, shall be achieved without strain
to glass, without bucking of any component and without excessive stress to any
members or assemblies.
.4 The entire curtain walling and windows shall be designed, fabricated, assembled and
installed so that all leakage and condensation shall be drained and discharged to the
exterior face of the wall; and all internal parts and spaces vented by acceptable means
to ensure air pressure equalization where possible.
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.6 FABRICATION
.1 General
All assemblies shall be fabricated and assembled in accordance with the drawings and
the requirements of these specifications. Deviations of any nature, without approval
of the SO, shall not be permitted.
.1 Tolerances
Furnish a schedule of fabrication tolerances for all major wall cladding

components. In addition to the fabrication tolerances, provide for and schedule
thermal movement including assembly and installation tolerances for all major
and/or applicable wall cladding components and/or assemblies.
.2 Workmanship
.1 All work shall be carefully fabricated and assembled with proper and
approved provisions for thermal expansion and contraction, fabrication
and installation tolerances and adjoining building component tolerances
and design criteria.
.2 All forming and welding operations shall be done prior to finishing, unless
otherwise noted.
.3 All works shall be true to detail with sharp, clean profiles, straight and free
from defects, dents, marks, indentations, waves or flaws of any nature
impairing strength or appearance; fitted with proper joints and
intersections and with specified finishes.
.3 Shop Assembly
As far as practicable, all fitting and assembly of the work shall be done in
the shop. Work that cannot be permanently shop assembled shall be temporarily
assembled in the shop and marked, before disassembly to ensure proper assembly
later on the building.
.4 Sleeves
Unless otherwise noted, all aluminium sleeves shall be extruded sections designed
to accurately interlock with adjacent sections and incorporate serrated surfaces for
the secure bedding of sealant between the parent metal and the sleeve.
.5 Joints and Gaskets
All joints shall be sealed with synthetic butyl rubber and all inner frames shall
have insertion of neoprene/santoprene gasket or other air- tightening materials.
All joints must be stainless steel screw tightened. No rivet pins are allowed for
section joints.
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FABRICATION (CONTD.)
General (Contd.)
.6 Sealant
.1 Sealing compounds shall be in silicone and/or compriband sealant or

other equal and approved which are compatible with the aluminium and
adjoining works.
.2 Perimeter of external windows interface with the concrete plaster shall be

applied with an approved sealant.
.7 Galvanising
Galvanized coatings on iron and steel articles shall comply with BS 729.
.8 Hardware
.1 Windows shall have aluminium friction stays and fitted on aluminium

cum latch handle locking device. Sliding window gears, channels and
accessories shall be corrosion-proof and waterproof and shall ensure easy
and smooth mobility of sliding lead.
.2 Rollers used shall be made of hardened synthetic resin with ball bearing
at their cores. Guides shall also be of synthetic resin material and exposed
parts shall be in approved matching colour.
.3 Roller for sliding door and sliding window must be the adjustable type
that is able to adjust to prevent that panel from jumping track.
.4 Sliding window track must be stacked in different height for

proper water tightness.
.5 Sliding door lock shall be cylinder hook bolt pull flush with safety pin.
.6 Single or double swing doors shall have double action floor springs.
Door handles shall be 25mm diameter stainless steel tube.
.7 All doors shall be fitted with cylinder locks and keys in duplicate.
.8 All cylinder locks to doors shall be of different and not similar keying
combinations such that the key of any one door will not be able to
unlock the other doors.
.9 All hardware shall be of a finish to match the selected and approved powder
coated finish. Catalogue and samples of hardware offered must be submitted
with the Tender for the approval of the SO.
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General (Contd.)
.9 Ironmongery
.1 Ironmongery shall be the best quality hardware. Fixtures to aluminium

doors, windows, etc, shall have finishes to match closely those of the
adjacent aluminium finishes.
.2 Window handles shall be cast aluminium type.
.3 Friction stay for top hung and casement window shall be stainless steel grade
304 with proven testing report from an approved laboratory to be submitted.
.4 All ironmongery shall be approved by the SO.
.5 Catalogues and samples of hardware offered must be submitted with the

Tender for the approval of the SO. Hinges, pivots, hangers, rollers, etc,
shall be of materials resistant to atmospheric corrosion.
.10 Fasteners
.1 Bolts, screws and nuts shall comply with BS 4190 and all bolts shall be
fitted with washers.
.2 Self-tapping screws shall comply with BS 4174.
.3 All screws, bolts, & nuts shall be stainless steel in grade 304.
.11 Safety Device
.1 Safety device shall be incorporated into all the glazed sliding window panels
to prevent them from jumping track. Guider and stopper must be provided.
.2 Sliding panels must be slide on a proper sliding track. Sliding in channel

between two tracks type is not recommended.
.12 Weather Strip
All weather strips shall be of approved polypropylene pile or santoprene.

PVC gasket shall not be allowed.
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General (Contd.)
.13 Storage and Protection
.1 All aluminium sections shall not be stored in a manner where they rub
or slide against each other or against other metallic surfaces.
2. All aluminium shall be protected with proven adhensive PVC film

wrapping before dispatch to prevent units from damage by other builders
work during and after installation. All corner framed shall be protected
with corrugated cardboard to prevent from damage during transportation.
3. Any aluminium unit which is damaged in anyway during transportation or

before installation, shall be replaced by the Contractor at his expense.
.14 Erection and Installation
1. The Contractor shall submit a schedule on the procedure for inspection

during installation so as to maintain quality control on job site.
2. The Contractor shall submit a detailed method statement for the

protection of the surface of curtain walling members during delivery and
erection, with description as to when the protection can be removed.
This method shall be acceptable to the SO.
3. The Contractor shall submit bi-weekly reports on the inspection of

erection and installation.
4. Delivery and Storage of Materials All materials delivered to site shall be

stored in allocated spaces where the stored materials will not be exposed to
wetting or damage. Materials shall be stored neatly and properly stacked.
Curtain walling units and/or their components parts shall be transported,

handled and stored in a manner to preclude damage of any nature.
Glass shall be transported, handled and stored in a manner in strict

compliance with manufacturers instructions.
Remove all units or components which are cracked, bent, chipped,

scratched or otherwise unsuitable for installation and replace with new.
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General (Contd.)
.15 Document and Certification
Quality Control Documentation In-plant and job site quality control procedures
shall be documented in writing for the SOs review and approval to ensure the
design integrity and performance of the as-built product. Documentation shall
include schedule, details, isometric and/or schematic explanatory sketches cross-
referenced to the shop drawings, data sheets, etc. The SO shall be given free access
to the plant to inspect fabrication procedures. No fabrication or assembly of job site
materials shall commerce without prior written approval from the SO.
.1 The in-plant quality control procedures shall include but not necessarily be
limited to the following items:-
Fabrication : Tolerances, joinery, sleeves, etc.
Finish Match : Approved finish and controls required for the match of
exposed surfaces.
Assembly : Welds, fasteners, sealants, gaskets, separators, glazing, etc.
Protection : Handling, protection, shipping
.2 The job site quality control procedures shall include, but not necessarily be
limited to the following items:
Anchorage : Lines, grades and related building tolerances
Installation : Tolerances, finish match, joinery, sleeves, flashing,
welds, fasteners, sealants, etc.
Sealant : As recommended by the applicable sealant manufacturer(s).
Protection : As recommended by the applicable materials
manufacturer(s).
.16 Cleaning
.1 On completion, the Contractor shall remove all protective materials and

the aluminium members and glazing to the satisfaction of the SO.
.2 The aluminium work shall be thoroughly cleaned with plain water with
soap or household detergent on completion of the job. No abrasive agents
shall be used.
.3 Defects in workmanship appearing during the Maintenance Period

shall be rectified at the Contractors expense. All works under this
contract shall remain leakproof during the (10) years Warranty Period and
any rectification of defects will be at Contractors expense.
.4 Rejection and Rectification

Any material, finish or workmanship which is found not to comply with
this Specification, will be rejected by the SO, any such rejected items will
be removed immediately and replaced to the entire satisfaction of the SO,
at the Contractors expense.
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11. TESTS
.1 WINDOW PERFORMANCE
.1 Air Infiltration (Permeability) Test

Criteria : Test Pressure shall be up to 200 pa (200N/m)
Requirement : The maximum air infiltration at pressure difference of 200 pa shall
be less than 10m/h/m length of opening joint at test pressure.
For fixed lights, air leakage shall not exceed 0.5m3/h/m length of
visible perimeter.
.2 Water Penetration (Water Tightness) Test

Criteria : Test pressure shall be up to 180 pa (180N/m) ie. 15% of Design
wind pressure up to 1200pa.
Requirement : No significant leakage up to test pressure.
.3 Wind Loading (Resistance) Test

Criteria : Test pressure shall be up to 1200pa (1200N/m)
Requirement : The maximum allowable deflection shall be 1/125 of the distance
between supporting span or 2.0cm whichever less under the wind
loading of p=200pa and no permanent damage.
.4 Safety Test
Safety test pressure shall be up to 1800 pa (1800 N/m) for positive and negative
pressure (1200 pa x 1.5)
.5 Requirement on : Any permanent residual deformations damage functional defects

shall be noted.
.6 Repeated Test
All windows in particular louvred window are to be able to withstand and comply to
repeated use test.
.7 The contractor shall allow for the testing to be conducted on each type of window to
certify that the above performance criteria are met.
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TESTS (CONTD.)
WINDOW PERFORMANCE (CONTD.)
.8 Performance Requirements
.1 The design, supply and installation of the aluminium windows and doors
provided for the works shall comply in all aspects with S.S.212:1998 and
S.S.268:1988 respectively and shall withstand loads due to wind pressure, dead
loads and live loads that may be imposed.
.2 All structural components of the aluminium works and glazing including

members or frames, glazing stops or gaskets, welds or weldings, connections,
adhesives and sealants shall be designed and fabricated with a factor of safety
not less than 1.5. Failure of any structural component shall not occur at less
than 1.5 times the maximum Design Wind Pressure. Failure is defined as
breakage or component disengagement or permanent distortion.
.3 Operation Test
All windows in particular louvred window are to be able to withstand and comply
to repeated use test.
.4 Ultra Violet Light (UV) Weathering Test on Polypropylene Louver Clips
Contractor is to ensure test certificate is not more than 2 years old at the point of
submission of sample for approval, otherwise new tests have to be conducted at
an accredited lab to obtain updated results. Contractor isto allow for 2 bathes
testing upon delivery on site.
TEST METHODS:
Accelerated Weathering (Xenon Arc)*
1. Adopted ISO 105-1994 Testiles-Test for Colour Fastness Part B02 :

Colour Fastness To Artifical Light: Xenon Arc Fading Lamp Test
(Water-Cooled Xenon Arc Apparatus)
a) Test Conditions : i) Before weathering

ii) After 100 hours xenon arc exposure
iii) After 500 hours xenon arc exposure
iv) After 1000 hours xenon arch exposure
b) Light Source : Xenon arc lamp water-cooled continuous

light
c) Irradiance : 1.10 0.03 W/m/nm at 420mm
d) Distance between
sample and light
no. of determinations : 3 Per test condition
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TESTS (CONTD.)
Performance Requirements (Contd.)
.4 Ultra Violet Light (UV) Weathering Test on Polypropylene Louver Clips (Contd.)
TEST METHODS (CONTD.):
.2 Load (Non-Standard)
a) Test conditions : a) Before weathering
b) After 100 hours xenon arc exposure
c) After 500 hours xenon arc exposure
d) After 1000 hours xenon arc exposure
b) Crosshead speed : 5mm/min
c) No. of determinations : 3 per test condition
d) Degradation Temperature
3. Degradation Temperature By Thermo Gravimetric Analysis (TGA)
a) Test Conditions : a) Before weathering
b) After 100 hours xenon arc exposure
c) After 500 hours xenon arc exposure
d) After 1000 hours xenon arc exposure
b) Temperature range : Ambient to 750 C Scan rate:20 C/min
c) Atmosphere : Air
d) No. of determination : 3 per test condition
CONDITIONS:
Unless otherwise specified, all test specimens were conditioned at 23 2 C, 65
5% relative humidity.
TEST RESULTS
TEST UNIT RESULT

1) Xenon Arc Accelerated Weathering
a) 100 hours NA Should have no
change in colour
b) 500 hours
for a), b) & c).
c) 1000 hours
2) Maximum Load, Average N Not less than 400
for a), b), c) & d).
a) Before weathering.
b) After 100 hours xenon arc expose. C Not less than 300
for a), b), c) & d).
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TESTS (CONTD.)
Performance Requirements (Contd.)
.4 Ultra Violet Light (UV) Weathering Test on Polypropylene Louver Clips (Contd.)
REMARKS:
1. Accelerated Weathering (Xenon Arc)*

a) The * sign indicated that the xenon arc light source covers both
UV (ultraviolet and visible light.
b) The range of spectra is between 300nm and 420 nm.
c) The UV light range is between 300nm and 400nm and the visible
light range is between 400nm and 700nm.
d) The xenon arc accelerated weathering is a simulation of the
natural sunlight that has both the UV and visible light.
2. For degradation temperature test, there was no significant difference in

degradation temperature among the test samples before and after xenon
arc accelerated weathering.
3. The test samples were not degraded after 1000 hours of xenon arc exposure.
12. INSULATION MATERIALS (Where applicable)

All thermal insulation shall consist of rigid rockwool to be selected and approved by the SO and
shall comply with the following :-
(a) Shall not retain water.
(b) Shall be in general 50mm in thickness.
(c) Shall be secured by welded impaling pins or equivalent.
(d) Should have a density of 32 kg/m3 and a K value of 0.035 w/m degree C.
(e) PVC laminated to receive paint finish.
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13. WORKMANSHIP
All work shall be carried out in a neat workmanlike manner and in accordance with the approved
programme. The standard of the workmanship is to be at least equal to the best obtainable locally
and is to comply with the most recent rules and regulations of all Authorities having jurisdiction
over the work.
The standard of the design and the construction of the Aluminium and Glazing Works resulting from
such workmanship shall be such as to meet the requirements of the various tests described elsewhere
in this Specification.
The fabrication and installation of all Aluminium and Glazing Works shall be carried out by the
Contractors Specialist.
All dimensions shown on the tender drawings and the shop drawings shall be verified by actual site
measurement before fabrication and installation.
All aluminium members shall be factory fabricated to the best standard of workmanship under
experienced factory supervision and control.
Materials, methods of fabrication, assembly, installation, fastenings, supports, braces, operating

parts and the like shall be in accordance with the shop drawings.
Operating parts and hardware shall be fabricated and installed so as to facilitate smooth, free and
noiseless operation without excessive friction. In addition, they shall be adequate for the purpose for
which they are intended.
All joints of both the inner and outer frames at corners, junctions and intersections shall be
mechanically jointed and be such that when assembled they are as strong and rigid as adjoining
sections. Due care shall be taken to ensure that all joints are watertight and leakproof. Joint lines
should not be visible or mark the finished surfaces.
Provision shall be made for expansion and contraction in horizontal and vertical members which are
exposed to the weather or elements. Any distortion of members or any glass cracked or broken as a
result of inadequate provisions must be rectified by the Contractors Specialist at his own expense.
All works shall be securely installed and anchored in position, set plumb, square and level and in
proper alignment with other work, all in accordance with the shop drawings.
14. SETTING OUT AND SITE MEASUREMENTS
The Contractors Specialist shall set out the positions of the windows, door, etc. for the approval of
the SO before commencing.
Site measurements for all the Aluminium and Glazing Works shall be made by the Contractors
Specialist prior to fabrication of the units.
15. CLEANING
The Contractors Specialist shall be responsible for the removal of protective materials and cleaning the
cladding thoroughly with water or other approved cleaning agents. Mortar and paint splashes, etc. shall
be removed from the frame from time to time and as directed.
On Completion, all surplus materials must be removed from the site by the Contractors Specialist
and everything left in a neat and tidy condition to the approval of the SO.
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16. GLAZING
(a) General
All glass shall be float glass and of best quality of approved manufacture, free from air
blemishes or flaws of any description and shall be full weight and thickness as specified. The
Contractors Specialist must obtain all the glass from one Supplier.
All glass shall be cut accurately to fit frames with necessary clearance and shall be set to give
full bedding for the entire width of frame. The Contractors Specialist shall replace any
defective, damaged or broken glass at his own expense and shall leave all glazing clean and
perfect on completion.
All exposed glass edges shall be ground with carborundum stone and polished.
Adequate glazing clearances shall be allowed. Edges of glass shall not be ripped, shelled or
damaged in any way. Glazing with cracks or damages caused by faulty installation, incorrect
tolerance, etc. shall be replaced by the Contractor at his own expense.
All glass shall have not more than 30% of light transmittance value.
GLASS TO BE SELECTED AND APPROVED BY THE SO

(Shading Coefficient Minimum 0.75)
LOCATION TYPE
ALL CASEMENT WINDOWS, 6mm Thick clear or tinted float glass. Colour to be
FIX PANELS, GLASS LOUVRES, selected by the SO.
ETC.
ROOF LIGHT 6mm + 1.52mm + 6mm Heat soaked tempered and
laminated clear or tinted glass.
TEMPERED LAMINATED 12.76mm Clear tempered laminated glass. The Contractor
FRAMELESS GLASS (RAILING / to check and design to the required thickness conforming
BALUSTRADE / PARAPETS to Lateral Impact requirements and Horizontal Loading
AND GLASS BARRIERS) Code H.3.3.1 & thickness / lateral force ditto in stainless
steel U-supports.
FRAMELESS GLASS DOORS & 12mm Thick heat soaked clear tempered glass.
EXTERNAL FIXED PANELS
(b) Tinted Float Glass

Supply and fix 6mm thick approved tinted float glass panes or louvre blades to aluminium
window framings with neoprene or polypropylene clips.
Colour of tinted glass shall be to SO's selection.
(c) Obscured Glass

Supply and fix 6mm thick approved obscured glass panes, in general at all toilet locations.
(d) Laminated Glass

Supply and fix 12mm thick approved laminated glass to aluminium door frames and doors.
Laminated glass shall be composed of 2 panels of glass as required by structural analysis, with
a polyvinyl butyl plastic interlayer.
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GLAZING (CONTD.)
(e) Tempered Glass

Tempered glass shall be of 12mm thick approved clear tempered float glass.
All heat-treated (tempered and heat strengthened) glass shall meet ASTM C 1048 and the
followings requirements:-
Compression Levels
i) Heat Strengthened Glass
Surface Compression -5,500 psi. Range 4,000 psi to 7,000 psi for 8mm glass
and thinner
Surface Compression -6,500 psi. Range 5,000 psi to 8,000 psi for glass
thickness exceeding 8mm
Edge Compression -5,000 psi minimum
ii) Tempered Glass
Surface Compression -10,000 psi minimum
Edge Compression -9,700 psi minimum
Warp, Bow and Surface Conditions
i) Overall Bow and Warp, when measured in accordance with the procedure listed in
ASTM C 1048, shall not exceed 0.79mm per 300mm length.
ii) Rollerwave Peak to Valley Distortion
Within the main body -0.0762mm maximum
Within 267mm of a leading and trailing edge - 0.203mm maximum
iii) Rollerwave distortion shall run parallel to the width dimension for the entire project.
The only exception is when the width dimension exceeds 2134mm.
(f) Insulating Glass (If Applicable)

All insulating glass units shall be tested in accordance with ASTM E 546, ASTM E576 and
ASTM E 773 and be rated Class CBA in accordance with ASTM E774, must be certified
through the Insulating Glass Certification Council (IGCC).
Insulating glass units shall be composed of outer and inner panes of 8 glass with dehydrated air
space, hermetically double sealed with a primary seal of polyisobutylene and a secondary seal of
structural silicone. Aluminium pacer construction shall be continuous with three (3) bent corners
and one (1) keyed-soldered corner or four (4) bent corners.
Components of insulating glass shall have the following built-up layers and properties:-
i) One pane of 6mm thick Solargreen tempered glass (inner) with 12mm air space and
one pane of 6mm Solargreen tempered glass (outer).
Light Transmittance 45%
Light Reflectance (out) 10%
Solar Transmittance 12%
Solar Reflectance 6%
Shading Coefficient 0.38
U-value 3.36 W /m2K
Sound Transmission Coefficient (STC) 33
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GLAZING (CONTD.)
(g) Frameless Glass Door
Frameless glass door shall be non-handled double action with adjustable hydraulic hold
open frameless 12mm thick tempered glass door complete with stainless steel double pull
handles and single throw cylinder corner lock of minimum 20mm bolt projection and
minimum 14mm thick security rosettes with master key system provided.
(h) Low-E Glass
i) 6mm LOF Clear Float (Low-E #2)
VISIBLE LIGHT
Transmittance (%) 82
Reflectance (out) (%) 10
SOLAR ENERGY
Reflectance (%) 10
SHADING COEFFICIENT 0.80
EN U-VALUE W/m2K 3.63
ii) 10mm LOF Clear Float (Low-E #2)
VISIBLE LIGHT
Reflectance (out) (%) 10
SOLAR ENERGY
Reflectance (%) 9
SHADING COEFFICIENT 0.75
EN U-VALUE W/m2K 3.63
NB : Conditions and calculation of the above optical and solar performance data are based
on EUROPEAN Standard.
Performance data is based on representative samples of factory production. Actual value

may vary slightly due to variations in the production process. Other glass manufacturers and
coaters may use different instruments and measurement techniques. Therefore, reported
performance values may vary on identical products by others.
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GLAZING (CONTD.)
(i) Supply of Glass
The Contractors Specialist shall be responsible for the ordering, scheduling, receiving, delivery,
protection and installation of glass and glazing works on site or in transit.
Glass shall be stored in packed cases bearing the manufacturer's name and/or trade mark
and kept at a clean, cool dry area and opened periodically to inspect glass for possible
moisture damage.
The type, quality, thickness or weight of the glass shall be clearly marked on the packages.
Interleaving protection should be used between lights to ensure circulation of cool dry air.
Individual lights in preparation for installation shall be left against uprights with a slope of 1
in 12. Bottom and top edges to be supported all the way through on felt. Glass shall not be
stacked under partial sun exposure.
The Contractors Specialist shall be responsible for cleaning of all glass throughout the Building
Contract and shall be responsible for replacements of damaged or fallen lights.
When cleaning, the appropriate cleaning detergent and method of operation to

manufacturer's Specification shall be used.
Glass shall be protected from staining, particularly iridescence, and etching-mullion /

transome details to be designed with edge drips to prevent backflow of rainwater.
Periodical cleaning is to be undertaken to prevent stains/etching.
Should the Contractors Specialist require welding works, heavy screens are to be used to
keep splatter off glass.
All glass to be right angled at corners, cut clean with light edge arris or factory polished.
Edges shall not be nipped, shelled or damaged in anyway, or exposed to prolonged contact
with water.
All glass shall be free from marks, scratches, abrasions, pittings, stains, rainbow effect,
iridescence and other defects.
Glass stored on site are to be protected with hard-boards against the elements of the weather
and breakage.
The Contractors Specialist shall be responsible for all carriage freight, insurance damage,
breakage, duties, customs clearance, etc.
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GLAZING (CONTD.)
(j) Installation of Glass
There shall be no glass to metal contact at any point. Where glazing clips for temporary
mountings are to be used, they are to be insulated from the glass.
The following shall be provided in the design and installation:-
i) Specific clearance of glass to vertical and horizontal members.
ii) Specific bite of glazing.
iii) Nature and application of neoprene setting blocks.
iv) Extent of face tolerance.
v) Provisions of scaffoldings/stagings/temporary gondolas.
vi) Temporary protection of works.
vii) Protection against falling lights.
viii) Plumbness, checking each light with theodolite relative to frame and overall window
and door alignment.
(k) Glazing Methods to be Used in Aluminium Work
Glazing seals to the glass shall be:- Totally Gasket System.
(l) Aluminium Rebates and Clearances

The rebates in fixed aluminium frames to receive glazing or panels are to be of the
following sizes:-
Width of rebate : Thickness of glass or panel (+) 10mm.
Height of rebate/glazing beads (-) 5mm minimum, which dimension is to be regarded
as a general guide. Other rebate sizes may be accepted at the discretion of the SO.
Glazing compound filler strip covering the external top face of rebate to be 5mm by
7mm deep.
(m) Glass
All glass to conform to Standard BS 952.
Shading co-efficient of all the external glass shall be equal to or better than 0.75.
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17. ASSEMBLY
As far as possible, all sections shall be formed, cut, drilled, tapped, welded, fitted or otherwise
fabricated in the shop. Where it is not practicable to ship fully assembled components, they shall be
shipped ready for assembly to the extent practical for field erection and in a secure and workmanlike
manner to perform as hereinafter specified and to assure a neat weathertight construction.
A permanent watertight joint shall be made at the junction of the side frame members with all
horizontal members.
Joints shall be made by welding or by concealed mechanical connectors. No corner fastening
devices such as pins, screws, bolts or pressure indentation shall be visible on vertical exposed faces
of sash members when the panels are in place. A watertight joint shall be made to all window, door,
etc. openings at the junction of the cills, head and side frame members.
Design shall be such that water will not be entrapped on the windows, doors, etc. cills, heads and
vertical of frames on the exterior or interior side of any frame except where special provision is
made for the removal of condensate or to cause staining onto the external face of the building.
Extruded sections shall be structurally designed to a minimum but can be larger only on the approval
of the SO on the Contractors Specialist standard extrusion size.
Rebates to receive glass (glass bite) for doors, window, etc. shall be to glass manufacturer's
requirements and recommendation.
Profile of aluminium fixed louvres to panels shall be designed to disallow water penetration.
18. FIRE-PROOFING
Fixing systems shall comply with statutory requirements and/or the Bye-Laws of authorities
concerned in connection with fire-proofing, etc. as specified.
19. FASTENERS
All screws shall be made of stainless steel.
All nuts, washers, bolts, rivets and other miscellaneous fastening devices incorporated in the aluminium
window, etc. should be of aluminium alloy, non-magnetic stainless steel and shall be of sufficient
strength to perform the functions for which they are intended. Where dissimilar materials other than
those listed are used, they shall conform to the requirements of paragraph "Dissimilar Materials".
20. FIXING TANGS FOR WINDOW, DOOR, FIXED PANEL, ETC. FRAMES BUILT INTO
MASONRY WALLS
Frames shall be fixed to walls at jambs by BS 4300/12/1969 (14 gauge min.) aluminium alloy or hot-
dipped galvanised steel tangs spaced at not more than every eighth brick course or second block course.
Tangs to be 25mm wide and 150mm long with ends split and bent and to be fitted to frame by rounded
headed stainless steel self-tapping screws. Frames to be set true and level in reveal openings.
21. ANCHORS
All anchoring devices used in the erection of the window, etc. shall be of aluminium, non-magnetic
stainless steel or other non-corrosive materials compatible with aluminium; steel anchors may be
used providing that they are either hot-dipped galvanised or properly insulated from the aluminium.
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22. GLAZING BEADS

All beads shall be held in position by secret fixed stainless steel screws and must be capable of being
moved into position in a direction roughly perpendicular to the glass and shall be strong enough to
maintain adequate pressure between fixings.
"Snap-on" glazing beads will be accepted. The manufacturer shall be responsible for a secret fix system of
screwing down such beads should failure occur during the indemnity period and all costs involved shall be
to the Contractors Specialist account unless the beads were specified and detailed by the SO.
23. INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL TRIM

The provision of trimming members shall be incorporated in the design and construction of
windows, doors, panels, etc. as necessary to suit the architectural requirements specified for the
finishings internally and externally in other trades.
24. PRESSED METAL CILLS

Pressed metal cills shall be formed out of 2mm thick Pigmented Organic Coated (Powder Coating)
architectural aluminium sheet metal with secret snap-on fixing. All cills shall be in continuous length.
25. WEATHER STRIP

All weather strip shall be of good quality neoprene and compatible with the aluminium to be
selected and approved by the SO.
26. FLASHING
All flashings unless specified to the contrary shall be 2.0mm thick gauge sheet aluminium (which
may be bitumen coated) or other approved firmly fixed in accordance with approved details.
27. SHOP DRAWINGS

For all work in relation to Aluminium and Glazing Works the Contractors Specialist shall provide for the
approval of the SO shop drawings before commencement of any work / fabrication. Such shop drawings
must be clearly annotated and drawn to facilitate checking including design calculations.
28. PROTECTION
All finished aluminium sections, panels, etc., shall be protected with PVC tape or wrappings to be
selected and approved by the SO before dispatch to prevent units from damage by other builder's
works during erection.
Where aluminium frames are erected and in contact with concrete, plaster, steel or other dissimilar metal,
two coats of bituminous paint to be selected and approved by the SO shall be applied before fixing.
29. CLEANING OF THE WORKS

The Contractors Specialist shall be responsible for cleaning all the Aluminium and Glazing Works
to the approval of the SO on completion.
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ROLLER SHUTTERS
1. ROLLER SHUTTERS GENERALLY
All manually operated, electrically operated and non fire-rated roller shutters shall be either of
the names listed below to be selected and approved by the SO.
(i) Tacam Steel (ii) Gliderol
(iii) Singapore Rolling Shutters (iv) Ferco Shutters Pte Ltd
(v) Other equal and approved equivalent-
2. ALUMINIUM MANUALLY OPERATED SECURITY ROLLER SHUTTERS
The aluminium manually operated security roller shutters in pigmented organic coated finish
shall be designed, fabricated, supplied and installed inclusive of intended performance and
function by an approved Specialist Contractor to suit the openings. All materials and Specialist
Company proposed by the Contractor to be approved by the SO.
Sizes for the roller shutters are of NETT opening sizes. Structural opening sizes may be varied
to suit the particular construction requirements of the shutters but all such changes shall be only
with the prior approval of the SO.
The manually operated roller shutter shall be constructed of movable interlocking pressed
aluminium slats to form a continuous curtain with the edges treated with heavy-duty self-
lubricating seamless braided nylon polyglide to prevent metal-to-metal contact. The drum
assembly shall consist of suitably graded oil-tempered torsion springs secured to drum-wheels
moulded from engineering plastics. The curtain top shall be fully secured and wrapped around
the drum assembly to form a cylindrical torque-tube. The bottom rail shall be extruded
aluminium section lock-seamed onto the bottom of the curtain with the base of the rail
containing two slots to retain a seamless finned PVC weather-seal.
Support guide rails shall be rigidly fixed and all costs shall be deemed to be inclusive of any
galvanized mild steel or frame galvanized mild steel or frame galvanized mild sections supports
and their fixings to support the roller shutter and associated frames. All roller guides to be
recessed and built flush into the walls.
Punched out slotted openings for ventilation (up to 50% of surface) on the slats shall be factory
manufactured as per SOs details and requirements.
All dented or scratched slats shall be replaced.
The Contractor shall provide a one (1) year guarantee for all manual operated roller shutters.
Shop drawings shall be supplied by the Contractor for the SOs approval and the Contractor
shall provide for the approval. Colours to be selected by the SO.
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ROLLER SHUTTERS
3. ELECTRICALLY OPERATED ROLLER SHUTTERS
The galvanised steel electrically operated roller shutters in pigmented organic coated finish
shall be designed, fabricated, supplied and installed inclusive of intended performance and
function by an approved Specialist Contractor to suit the openings.
The Contractor shall provide a WRITTEN GUARANTEE OF FIVE (5) YEARS to be

submitted to the SO prior to commencement of the works. The guarantee shall commence on
Completion of the Project.
Sizes for the roller shutters are of NETT OPENING SIZES. Structural opening sizes may be
varied to suit the particular construction requirements of the shutters but all such changes shall
be only with the prior approval of the SO.
Control of the roller shutters shall also be possible to open and close by electric motor activated
from a remote panel located by the SO or manually by chain in an electrical failure.
Operation of the motorised roller shutter shall be key operated to turn power on, with
separate Start and Stop push buttons to operate the shutters.
The single panel (one piece) electrically operated roller shutter shall be constructed of
minimum 1mm to 1.2mm galvanised steel curtain in pigmented organic coated finish
permanently lock-seamed to form a continuous curtain with the edges treated with heavy-duty
self-lubricating seamless braided nylon polyglide to prevent metal-to-metal contact. The drum
assembly shall consist of suitably graded oil-tempered torsion springs secured to drum wheels
moulded from engineering plastics. The curtain top shall be fully secured and wrapped around
the drum assembly to form a cylindrical torque-tube. The bottom rail shall be extruded
aluminium section lock-seamed onto the bottom of the curtain with the base of the rail
containing two slots to retain a seamless finned PVC weather-seal.
Motor operator shall have most components in Nylon-6 engineering plastics with the drive power
provided by the twin 24V D.C. motors with synchronised gear reduction. The whole unit shall be
compact enough to fit neatly inside the door roll and drives the door directly.
The control box shall be compact-sized with electronic PCB and built-in transformer. It shall
be linked to the drive unit via a pre-wired link cord with steel conduits, snap-on conduits shall
not be used.
Speed of travels average 170mm/sec.
The roller shutters shall come complete with a built-in electronic safety device, which is
sensitive to any point of the bottom rail so that when the closing shutter is obstructed, it will
automatically stop.
Limit switch shall be incorporated to prevent the roller shutters from overshooting into the
column casing when rolling up the shutters.
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ROLLER SHUTTERS
ELECTRICALLY OPERATED ROLLER SHUTTERS (CONTD.)
The Contractors Specialist shall install the roller shutters and connect up to the isolator of the
electrical supply (single phase 230V, 13 Amp.) provided by Others.
Wiring shall be in concealed galvanised steel conduits.
Support guide rails shall be rigidly fixed and all costs shall be deemed to be inclusive of any
galvanised mild steel or frame galvanised mild steel or frame galvanised mild sections supports
and their fixings to support the roller shutter and associated frames. All roller guides to be
recessed and built flush into the walls.
Punched out slotted openings for ventilation on the slats shall be factory manufactured as per
SO's details and requirements.
Positions of electrical control switches to be decided by the SO.
Roller shutters complete with guide rails, drum, and casing shall be in pigmented organic
coated finish to the required selected colours to SOs approval.
4. ONE (1) HOUR FIRE-RATED ELECTRICALLY OPERATED ROLLER SHUTTERS
The galvanised steel push button controlled electrically operated and fusible linked roller
shutters in pigmented organic coated finish shall be designed, fabricated, supplied and installed
inclusive of intended performance and function as approved Specialist Contractor to suit the
openings.
The Contractor shall provide a WRITTEN GUARANTEE OF FIVE (5) YEARS to be

submitted to the SO prior to commencement of the works. The guarantee shall commence on
Completion of the Project.
The 1-HOUR rated fire resisting electrically operated roller shutters in pigmented organic
coated finish shall be approved by Fire Safety Bureau, Singapore Fire Service and Testing
Authorities Label. The Contractor is to bear all costs and the entire responsibility for
obtaining such approval and shall provide all items necessary to comply with approved
requirements.
Sizes shown of fire-rated roller shutters are of NETT OPENING SIZE. Structural opening
sizes may be varied to suit the particular construction requirements of the shutters but all such
changes shall be only with the prior approval of the SO.
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ROLLER SHUTTERS
ONE (1) HOUR FIRE-RATED ELECTRICALLY OPERATED ROLLER SHUTTERS

(CONTD.)
The 1-HOUR rated fire-resisting shutter or other approved shall be manufactured to satisfy the
requirements of BS 476 Part 22 UL10B.
The various components of the roller shutters are:-

(a) End plates, barrel assembly and galvanised coil casing, i.e. Top Box.
(b) 1.0mm or 1.2mm Galvanised steel curtain laths with malleable iron and clips.
(c) Galvanised steel guides.
(d) Inverted T x 2 nos. 50 x 50 x 6mm galvanised steel angle bottom rails.
The shutters box shall be installed above the opening on a lintol and to be face-fixed, i.e. on
the side of lintol. The dimension of the box shall suit the size of the shutters drum and shall
come complete with steel framing and powder coated 0.9mm to 2mm thick steel galvanised
sheet metal fascia end capping, soffit and top cover.
Coil casing guides, roller shutter laths, end plates and bottom rail shall be in galvanised mild
steel.
The shutter shall be designed to be encased between jambs.
Under normal conditions it shall also be possible to open and close the shutters by electric
motor activated from a remote panel or manually by a detachable crank.
Operation of the motorised roller shutter shall be key operated to turn power on, with
separate Start and Stop push buttons to operates the shutters.
The shutter shall closes automatically by the fusing of a link attached to an automatic release
mechanism, e.g. micro-switch to activate motor's starter panel (First source of shutter's
activation).
The shutter will be operated by FSSB's approved photocell smoke detectors' alarm conditions
on both sides (Second source of shutter's activation).
Wiring shall be in fire resistant cable in concealed galvanised steel conduits.
The fire resisting roller shutter shall be operated by the general Fire Alarm System and wiring
from that system to the motor's panel will be done by Others (Third source of shutter's
activation).
The motors will be electric, 415V/3 Ph/20 Amps. The motor's supply will be on normal PUB's
Electrical Supply.
Design shall provide for alternative power supply (where applicable from School), i.e. from the
School's standby generator (Emergency Power).
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ROLLER SHUTTERS
ONE (1) HOUR FIRE-RATED ELECTRICALLY OPERATED ROLLER SHUTTERS

(CONTD.)
Speed of descent to be in a range of 150mm/ second and 600mm/ second controlled by a

descent governor.
Limit switch shall be incorporated to prevent the roller shutters from overshooting into the
column casing when rolling up the shutters.
Mechanical override on the shutter by detachable crank shall be included.
The smoke detectors on either side of opening shall be installed by the Contractors Specialist
for the purpose of linking to the building's general Fire Alarm System. The linkage connections
shall be done by Others.
The roller shutters shall be purpose-made to suit the sizes of the openings.
Hot dipped galvanised steel door guides in pigmented organic coated finish of various sizes and
thickness to suit the door size shall be provided and fixed on each side of the roller shutter.
All roller shutters to be lockable with access to the locks either from inside or outside.
Positions of electrical control switches to be decided by the SO.
All lintol, brick pier, grouting and builders work by Others.
Roller shutters complete with guide rails, drum casing in pigment organic coated finish to the
required selected colours to SOs approval.
5. SAMPLES
Provide samples at Contractor's own cost as required for SO's selection and approval and
demolish or remove when not required.
6. SHOP DRAWINGS
For all work in relation to roller shutters, the Contractor shall provide shop for the approval of
the SO drawings for approval before commencement of any work / fabrication showing all
layout and installation details including all wiring and control details. Such shop drawings
must be clearly annotated and drawn to facilitate checking including design calculations.
Clean down and protect completed sections of the work to the approval of the SO.
RSS/5
RAINWATER PLUMBING
1. RAINWATER PLUMBING
The whole of the rainwater downpipes, outlets, fittings and accessories shall be supplied by the
Contractors Specialist to be installed by the Contractor. Shop drawings and details shall be
provided by the Contractors Specialist for the SO's approval.
2. uPVC RAINWATER GOODS

All rainwater goods shall be uPVC heavy-duty plastic obtained from the Contractors Specialist to
be selected and approved by the SO and fixed in strict accordance with the manufacturer's printed
instructions. Rainwater plumbing are to be of the sizes as indicated in the drawings with socketted
and spigotted solvent welded joints. Pipes shall be ex-stock standard sizes or purpose-made where
sizes are non-standard.
Pipes shall be secured to walls with proprietory galvanised steel hinged built-in pattern holderbats.
Each holderbat is to be fitted with two galvanised steel matching bolts. Holderbats shall be fixed at
2.00 metres centres and at every point where a joint occurs in the rainwater pipe to support the pipe
immediately below the socket. The tails of the holderbats are to be built into the wall for a depth of
at least 100mm and are to be grouted in (1:3) cement mortar.
The Contractor shall confirm with the SO all rainwater pipes, bends and fittings not of standard
size.
The Contractor shall confirm the use of the non-standard sizes of rainwater down pipes as shown on
the drawings or as described and shall place orders in time. Any extra costs incurred by using
alternative pipe sizes and increased in duct sizes due to the unavailability of the required sizes
(due to late orders) shall be borne by the Contractor.
Provide and fix rainwater pipes with all necessary bends, swannecks, shoes, etc. all as shown on the
drawings.
3. REMOVABLE RAINWATER OUTLET GRATING

Where applicable the following will apply:-
(a) Stainless steel removable rainwater outlet grating to be selected and approved by the SO.
(b) uPVC domed roof outlet (non accessable areas except maintenance) to be selected and
approved by the SO to all flat panels roofing gutters.
(c) Approved polished stainless steel circular grating with frame including bolting with 2mm
stainless steel screws to corridors, landings, play areas,etc.
Provide and fix the various types of rainwater outlet fittings as above described complete with outlet
nozzle of the required sizes to suit the diameters of the uPVC downpipes.
4. PAINTING
Where uPVC pipes are exposed and require painting, the pipes shall be lightly sanded and painted
as specified in "Painting and Decorating" Specifications.
5. SHOP DRAWINGS
For all Rainwater Plumbing Systems, etc. the Contractor shall provide for the approval of the SO,
shop drawings showing typical installation details, patterns, joint lines, setting out lines, etc. which
shall be based on concept drawings provided by the SO.
6. SAMPLES

RWP/1
SANITARY WARES, FITTINGS, TOILET ACCESSORIES

AND WATER DISPENSERS
1. SANITARY PLUMBING, SEWERAGE AND DRAINAGE WORKS
.1 Generally
The Sanitary Plumbing, Sewerage and Drainage Works shall be executed by the Contractor if
he is a licensed plumber, otherwise the works shall be executed by a fully licensed firm and
shall be in full compliance with the Public Utilities Board's Bye-Laws and if the works are not
satisfactory in all respects, the Contractor shall rectify the defects at his own cost.
The Contractor shall allow for all builder's work in connection with sanitary plumbing such as
cutting, chasing, coring, fixing brackets, block up and protection, touching up or making good
walls and floors, etc.
All expenses incurred for stamping fees required by the Public Utilities Board shall be borne
by the Contractor.
The Contractor shall submit all samples as required for approval before any sanitary plumbing
work commences on site.
Test the entire Sanitary Plumbing, Sewerage and Drainage Works on completion to the
satisfaction of the SO.
The Contractor shall, on completion of the works, submit 1 set negative and 2 sets printed as-
built drawings showing the layout of the works to the SO.
All sanitary fittings and wares shall be PUB (Water) approved type for Green Label or
Greenmark. The Contractor is advised to review the list of approved sanitary fittings and wares
for Green Label or Greenmark under PUB (water) website. The Contractor shall submit the
Green Label or Greenmark certification for all sanitary fittings and wares used to the S.O.
.2 Balcony Outlet
Supply and install UPVC balcony outlet (square base) to SS213 to all corridor areas,
balconies, covered open-sided area. All fusion joints and supporting pipework shall be in
accordance with manufacturers recommendation.
.3 Sanitary Fittings Generally
Sanitary fittings shall be obtained from an ISO certified supplier whose sanitary ware for
adult size and junior size are authority approved and also approved by the SO.
The Contractor shall supply and install sanitary fittings according to one of the product
names specified herein or other equal and approved by the SO or if no product name is
specified, sanitary fittings complying with the specification and relevant authoritys
requirements and to SOs approval.
All sanitary fittings shall include for assembling, providing all jointing materials, making all
connections to services, waste or soil pipes, overflow and vents and cutting and pinning or
plugging and screwing to walls, floors or setting in vanity counter or fitments and making
good to provide waterproof joints.
SWF/1

SANITARY PLUMBING, SEWERAGE AND DRAINAGE WORKS (CONTD.)
.4 Wash Hand Basin
Wash hand basin shall be vitreous china basin of approved standard colour range complete
with chromium plated waste fittings, 1.25 CP bottle trap self-closing tap to BS 1010, plug
and chain and brackets fixed to wall. They shall be: -
a) Toto L238 or
b) Ina L285 or
c) Armitage Shanks Wentworth or
d) Saniton or
e) Other equal or approved equivalent
.5 Wash Hand Vanity Basin (Under counter Type)
Wash hand vanity basin shall be vitreous china self-rimming basin of approved standard
colour range, complete with chromium plated waste fittings, self closing tap to BS 1010,
plug, chain, and stay and concealed brackets and setting in vanity top. They shall be: -
a) Toto L522 or
b) Ina L2395 or
c) Armitage Shanks Jade or
d) Saniton or
.6 Cleaner Sink
Cleaner sink shall be white enameled fire clay sink complete with chromium plated waste
fittings, screw-down longshank bib tap and constant flow regulator to BS 1010, plug, chain
and stay, stainless steel hinged bucket grating, leg supports and fixing to wall. They shall be: -
a) Globe 807 or
b) Johnson Suisse 561 or
c) Ina S201 or
d) Other equal or approved equivalent
.7 Squat Pan Water Closet with Mid Level Cistern
All squat pan water closets with concealed cistern shall be of the low capacity type and
approved by PSB for use in Singapore. Squat pan shall be vitreous china of approved
standard colour range and cistern shall be made of HDPE (refer to specification on
concealed cistern), complying with SS 42:1971 (Amended 1996), SS 378:1996 and SS
379:1996. It shall come complete with 'S' traps for water closet at first storey and 'P' traps
for upper storeys, stainless steel bracket for fixing cistern to wall, stainless steel flush pipe
and setting in concrete and joining to soil pipe in approved joints. They shall be:
a) Saniton Apricot ST4133/SC3023 or
b) Potex Civic TP1014A/SC3023 or
c) Claytan ES401D/LC627D or
d) Saniton or
SWF/2

.8 Pedestal Close-Coupled Water Closet (WC)
All pedestal close-coupled water closets shall be of low capacity flushing cistern type.
Pedestal close-coupled water closet shall be vitreous china washdown water closet of
approved standard colour range, complying with SS 42:1971 (Amended 1996), SS 378:1996
and SS 379:1996. It shall come complete with 'S' or 'P' traps, matching coloured plastic
hinged seat and cover. It shall be water-saving type (with 3 ticks), approved by PUB (water)
for Green Label or Greenmark. It shall consist of the dual flushing system for full and half
tank respectively.
Wall hung wc shall be of the same SS Standard and Greenmark labeling complete with
galvanised steel chair support complete with concealed cristern or flush valve as indicated
on the drawings.
Stainless steel screw shall be used to secure cistern to pedestal pan. They shall be: -
a) Claytan WC 622D/LC629D or
b) Johnson Suisse Windsor or
c) Toto C703/S703 or
d) Saniton or
.9 Wall Hung Water Closet
Wall hung WCs shall be vitreous china washdown water closet of approved standard colour
range, complying with SS 42:1971 (Amended 1996) and SS 396:1997. It shall come
complete with 'P' traps, matching coloured plastic hinged seat and cover and manual flush
valve. It shall be water-saving type (with 3 ticks), approved by PUB (water) for Green Label
or Greenmark. It shall consist of the dual flushing system for full and half tank respectively.
They shall be:
a) Saniton Daisy ST2199 or
b) Armitage Shanks or
c) Toto CW453 or
d) Saniton or
e) Other equal and approved equivalent
.10 Wall Hung Urinal Bowl
Wall hung urinal bowl shall be vitreous china urinal bowl of approved standard colour
range, complying with integral strainer waste, chromium plated bottle trap, flush valve,
stainless steel flush pipe pipe, and brackets fixed to wall. It shall be water-saving type (with
3 ticks), approved by PUB (water) for Green Label or Greenmark. They shall be: -
a) Toto U58 or
b) Ina U115 or
c) Johnson Suisse Santana 321 or
d) Saniton or
SWF/3

.11 Flush Valves
Flush valves shall give a flushing water capacity depending on urinal or WC application.
Flush valves shall be approved type complete with check valve and vacuum breaker,
stainless steel flush pipe, coupling push button and all fixing accessories complying with the
latest ENV and PUB requirement. All exposed parts shall be chromium-plated brass. It shall
be water-saving type (with 3 ticks), approved by PUB (water) for Green Label or
Greenmark. Flush valves shall be
a) Toto TEA 99V44 or
b) Global ESV539 or
c) Inhwa USF61 or
.12 Stainless Steel Sink
Stainless steel sink shall be single bowl and single drainer complete with waste fittings,
approved chromium-plated swivel swanneck tap and constant flow regulator, plug, chain
and stay, concealed brackets and setting in concrete vanity top stainless steel with spots of
rust are to be replaced in its entirely galvanising of other paints are not acceptable. They
shall be: -
a) Teka EA Universal or
b) Blanco Blancoplus 45/S or
c) Diethelm MSS 90N or
.13 Stainless Steel Wash Trough
Stainless steel wash trough shall be complete with waste fittings, chromium-plated delayed
action self-closing tap to BS 5412 Part 1 to 4:1996, plug, chain and stay and brackets fixed
to wall. They shall be: -
a) 3S or
b) Diethelm or
c) Stainless Steel Singapore or
.14 Shower Fitting
Shower fitting shall be chromium-plated spray nozzle and swivel joint shower fitting with
one delayed action self-closing tap to BS 5412 Part 1 to 4:1996 of: -
a) Presto 50/Global GL-12DE or
b) Delabie 747/Bossini Art 1301 or
c) Alpi TR30DEP/Toto TB17J or
It shall be water-saving type (with 3 ticks), approved by PUB (water) for Green Label or
Greenmark.
SWF/4

.15 Jumbo-Roll Toilet Tissue Dispenser

Supply and install wall mounted jumbo-roll toilet tissue dispenser. The dispenser shall be:
a) Satin finished and stainless steel
b) Door of the dispenser shall be unlocked with the key provided
c) Spindle to hold 1 roll of, up to 255mm diameter toilet issue
d) Slot in door to reveal the level of tissue supply
The dimension of dispenser shall be 271mm wide x 270mm high x 115mm deep.
.16 Soap Tray

Soap tray to shower cubicles shall be 150 x 150mm semi-recessed set into tiled wall. They
shall be:-
a) Johnson Suisse (165 x 165 x 95mm) or
b) Toto S6NV2 or
c) Ina H-153 or
.17 Liquid Soap Dispenser & Hand Sanitizer

Liquid soap dispenser and hand sanitizer for all toilet shall be approved stainless steel,
surface mounted wall fixed and with pump operation.
.18 Towel Rail & Shower Racks

Towel rail shall be at least 16mm in diameter chromium plated brass towel rail including
brackets for fixing to wall. The Contractor shall provide towel rail for all shower
compartments. The length should be about 600-700mm. Tower rail to be provided to all
shower compartments.
Shower racks shall be of similar material and construction and capable of holding towels,
clothes, shampoo and liquid shower gel.
.19 Mirror
Mirror shall be 6 mm thick first quality polished plate glass copper backed mirror fixed to
6mm thick marine plywood backing including aluminum angle section frame all round and
fixed to wall with chromium plated dome headed screws.
.20 Self-Closing Tap for Wash Hand Basin

Self-closing taps shall be solid brass or bronze body and metal handle with chrome plating,
having a spout length of 110mm and 3 second shut off mechanism. It shall be water-saving
type (with 3 ticks), approved by PUB (water) for Green Label or Greenmark. They shall be:
a) Silfra QK 230 or
b) Presto 605 or
c) Alpi TR10LP or
SWF/5

.21 Cultured Marble Vanity Top
The cultured marble vanity top shall be solid, non-porous, homogeneous polymeric material,
either of polyester acrylic base. It shall be minimum 12mm thick, complete with 100mm
backsplash, 200mm front apron, and with galvanised steel supports. Bonding material and
sanitary sealants of approved matching colour shall be provided in accordance with the
manufacturers instruction.
.22 Handicapped Grab Bar
Grab bar for handicapped toilet should be of satin finished stainless steel complying with the
latest Building and Construction Authority and Disabled Person Associations requirement
for handicapped toilet. It should consist of a L-shaped bar 1200 x 840mm and 2 pieces of
straight bar 650mm in length.
.23 Grab Bar for Ambulant Disabled
Grab bar for Ambulant disabled toilet should be of satin finished stainless steel complying
with the latest Building and Construction Authority and Disabled Person Association s
requirement for ambulant disabled toilet.
.24 Hot/Cold Water Dispenser
Contractor to supply, deliver, install and commission water cooler and hot/cold water dispenser,
inclusive of necessary piping and electrical installation works, to the following areas:-
(a) One (1) hot and cold water dispenser at Staff Area/General Office
.25 Hand Dryer

Stainless Steel hand dryer approved by the SO shall be installed at each toilet. Catalogue of
the hand dryer shall be submitted to the SO for approval prior to installation.
.26 Hair Dryer

Electrically operated hair dryer shall be wall mounted in durable impact flame retardant anti-
splash ABS chassis.
Heating shall be via wave-form wire design, with hot air delivered via flexible hose and nozzle
powered by high speed motor with safety temperature controller and over temperature
automatic fuse device.
Catalogue of the hair dryer shall be submitted to the SO for approval prior to installation.
.27 Paper Towel Dispenser

Supply and install wall mounted 1.5mm thick stainless steel paper towel dispensers. The size
of the dispenser shall be 285mm wide x 140mm high x 123mm deep with predrilled holes for
6.0mm screws.
2. NUMBER OF SANITARY WARES, FITTINGS AND ACCESSORIES

The Contractor shall be deemed to have re-checked the numbers and types of Sanitary Wares,
Fittings, and Accessories required prior to placing of order and all costs due to shortage, wrong
orders, etc. shall be borne solely by him.
SWF/6

3. DEFECTS
All Sanitary Wares, Fittings and Accessories shall be free from defects and in good working condition.
4. SPECIAL MATCHING BACKNUT, WASHERS, UNIONS, BOLTS, SCREWS, ETC.

The whole of the Sanitary Wares, Fittings and Accessories shall come complete with matching
chromium plated wall plates and brackets, backnuts, washers, unions, bolts, screws, adapters,
connectors, hangers, chairs, back plates, holding down or expansion bolts, capping pieces and all
associated accessories, etc. for the fixing and complete functioning of the Sanitary Wares, Fittings
and Accessories including approved silicone sealant pointing around basin to vanity counter top.
The unit rates shall be deemed to include these items.
5. INSTALLATION OF FLUSH VALVES

Flush valves for urinals and water closets shall incorporate approved check valves that comply with
BS 5154 and approved vacuum breakers that comply with American Society of Sanitary Engineering
Standard No. 1001. Alternatively, the flush valves for water closets shall derive water from a
separate storage tank which is not connected in any way with all other fittings supplying basins,
sinks, heaters, apparatus, etc. in the building.
Every flush valve shall be controlled by an approved stop valve to SS 75 : Part 2.
All flush valves must be so adjusted to give a flush of not less than 2.5 litres and of not more than 4.5
litres of water per stall or bowl urinal and not less than or more than the required number of litres of
waters as required by PUB and NEA for water closets.
Every flush valve installed shall be compatible with the toilet bowl or urinal it serves.
The minimum internal diameter of the flush pipe shall be 32 mm.
All exposed surfaces shall be bright chrome plated. The flush valve shall be able to operate without
sticking, whistling or causing water hammer.
6. LOCKABLE TAPS
Provide lockable bib taps located as indicated on the drawings to SOs approval.
7. STAINLESS STEEL GRATING TO FLOOR TRAP

Specifications for this grating shall be found in the Mechanical and Electrical Engineers
Specifications.
If not specified or specified otherwise, it shall be taken to mean as hinged stainless steel grating
to SOs approval. Only stainless steel grating to be used.
8. SAMPLES
The Contractor shall submit samples of the Sanitary Wares, Fittings and Accessories, etc. to SOs
approval and remove when not required. All future deliveries shall conform to the accepted samples.
SWF/7

9. SHOP DRAWINGS
The Contractor shall provide to SOs approval, shop drawings showing the layouts of all toilets with
the locations of all Sanitary Fittings accurately indicated and all typical installation details.

Clean down and protect completed sections of the work to SOs approval.
SWF/8
GLAZING
The Specifications below refer generally to Glazing Works to be carried out under the
Contractor's Contract. Aluminium and Glazing Works is specified separately.
1. GLASS
All glass is to be from a manufacturer to be selected and approved by the SO and complying with
BS 952 and to be of the qualities specified and free from bubbles, smoke wanes, air holes and other
defects.
2. PUTTY
All putty is to be hard and quick setting tropical putty specially manufactured and shall receive one
coat of paint ten (10) days after glazing. Putty to be hard quick setting putty for tropical use
complying generally with BS 544 to be selected and approved by the SO.
3. GEORGIAN WIRED GLASS

The Georgian wired glass to doors, etc. shall have electrically welded wire square mesh
incorporated and is to be selected to ensure perfect straightness of mesh.
The Contractor is to align the mesh one or both ways as necessary.
4. SHEET GLASS
The clear sheet glass is to be ordinary glazing quality (O.Q.).
5. FLOAT GLASS
Clear float glass is to be ordinary glazing quality (G.G.).
Tinted float glass shall be full body tinted in the approved standard colours of grey, bronze, blue or
green.
6. GLASS MIRRORS
Glass mirrors shall be approved smear proof FIRST QUALITY float glass mirrors as described and
obtained from an approved Supplier all as shown on drawings. All mirrors to be in one piece.
Where more than one piece of mirror is to be used due to non-standard manufactured glass mirror
sizes, the Contractor shall propose to the SO for approval.
7. GLASS BLOCK
Glass blocks shall be first quality obscured 190 x190 x 80 mm to be approved by the SO and fixed in
accocdance with the manufacturers printed instructions
8. SILICONE SEALANT
All joints between abutting mirrors shall be filled flush with silicone sealant to be obtained from a
supplier to be selected and approved by the SO and used strictly in accordance with the
manufacturer's printed instructions.
9. SAMPLES
10. SHOP DRAWINGS

For all work in relation to glazing works, the Contractor shall provide for the approval of the SO
shop drawings before commencement of any work/fabrication. Such shop drawings must be clearly
annotated and drawn to facilitate checking including design calculations.

GLZ/1
PAINTING AND DECORATING
1. GENERALLY
All paints used shall be Green Mark certified.
The Contractor shall paint all works.
Colours shall be selected from the British Standards range of colours and shall be specially mixed or
milled as necessary by the manufacturer.
The Contractor shall provide mock-up samples on selected areas for the SO's approval prior to
commencement of painting work. Actual colour and pattern are subject to SO's approval.
Unless description is given separately for external and internal painting, all specifications should
apply to both types of surfaces.
The whole of the materials are to be the best of their respective kinds and unless otherwise described
to comply with the relevant Singapore Standards.
The Contractor shall prior to placing of orders ensure that all paints or stains to be used shall be anti-
fungus quality and suitable for tropical use.
Locally manufactured paints shall be selected and approved by the SO and tested in accordance with
SS 5 prior to usage.
Types of paints to be used shall be from ICI or Nippon or Jotun, Bergers or Kansai or other
approved by the SO.
Materials are to be supplied premixed in the maker's own unopened containers and applied in strict
accordance with the maker's printed instructions.
Only the respective undercoatings and finishing material from the same selected Supplier shall be
used with the appropriate primer as recommended by the Supplier.
Only interior quality paint is to be used for interior work and exterior quality paint for exterior work
and are to be lead free and lead based respectively.
Paints shall be securely kept on site by the Contractor and under no circumstances shall they be
exposed to adverse temperature.
The paints are to be used exactly as received from the manufacturer and under no circumstances will
the addition of thinners, dryers or other materials be permitted. Paint supplied which is defective
must be returned immediately to the manufacturer. The contents of the can are to be thoroughly
stirred before pouring into the kettles.
All coats of paint must be thoroughly dry before subsequent coats are applied, and to be rubbed
down with fine sand paper where necessary.
Materials for painting and decorating work shall be obtained from the respective companies
described below.
The Contractor in executing the painting works shall be held responsible for taking all precautions
necessary for the health and safety of his workmen.
Only skilled painter shall be employed. A properly qualified foreman shall be constantly on
supervision as the work proceeds.
PAD/1
GENERALLY (CONT'D.)
PAINTING - INTERNALLY
PAINT TYPE NUMBER OF

SURFACE
(or Other Approved) COATS
1. Plastered surfaces of walls and Dulux Eco-guard Water-based

ceilings or off-form concrete Sealer A931-25764 1 Coat
and
Dulux Eco-guard Interior A991 2 Coats
2. Flush fibrous plasterboard or Dulux Eco-guard Water-based

compressed fibrous cement Sealer A931-25764 1 Coat
suspended ceiling and cornices and
Dulux Eco-guard Interior A991 2 Coats
3. Wrought surfaces of doors, Stain to approval 1 Coat

door frames, skirting, screens and
balustrade, handrails, etc. Dulux Solarscreen Transparent 3 Coats
Finish
AND
Dulux Eco-guard Water-based
Primer A931-25788 1 Coat
and
Gloss A996-Line 2 Coats
4. Wrought surfaces of timber Two pack polyurethane paint as As specifed

floor. specifed.
5. Mild steel pipes, tubes handrails, Approved Dulux Zinc Chromate

brackets, cleats, railing, etc. Primer 1 Coat
and
Note:- For galvanised steel surfaces, Dulux Eco-guard Water-based
apply 1 coat of etch primer Primer A931-25788 1 Coat
Dulux Devoe Devran D201 and
in lieu of approved zinc Dulux Eco-guard Water-based
chromate primer. Gloss A996-Line 2 Coats
6. PVC or fiberglass surfaces Dulux Devoe Devran D201 etch

Primer 1 Coat
and
and
Gloss A996-Line 2 Coats
Note: For galvanised steel work which is concealed in suspended ceilings, walls, ducts, etc.
finishing paintwork is not required.
PAD/2
GENERALLY (CONT'D.)
PAINTING EXTERNALLY
PAINT TYPE NUMBER OF

SURFACE
(or Other Approved) COATS
1. Fair-faced natural stone or stone Approved clear silicone water

tiled finish. shield. 2 Coats
2. General plastered external wall Dulux Eco-guard Water-based

and column surfaces (open Sealer A931-25764 1 Coat
lobbies, corridors, void decks and
undercroft, etc.). Plastered Dulux Eco-guard Exterior Plus
ceilings and back of fascias or A989 2 Coats
parapet walls.
3. Timber surfaces Dulux Eco-guard Water-based

and
Gloss Finish A996-Line 2 Coats
4. Mild steel pipes, tubes, handrails, Approved Dulux Zinc Chromate

brackets, cleats, angles, posts, Primer 1 Coat
fencing posts, gates, etc. and
Note:- For galvanised steel surfaces, Primer A931-25788 1 Coat
apply 1 coat of etch primer and
Dulux Devoe Devran D201 Dulux Eco-guard Water-based
in lieu of approved zinc Gloss Finish A996-Line 2 Coats
5. Galvanised mild steel grating to Bare galvanised finish NIL

drains and sumps.
6. Roads (road lines and direction Thermoplastic Road Paint 1 Application

indicators).
Note: For galvanised steel work which is concealed in suspended ceilings, walls, ducts, etc.
finishing paintwork is not required.
PAD/3
GENERALLY (CONT'D.)
All expansion joint on wall to be "MASKED" during painting and remove masking after completion
of painting.
Rates for painting are to include for all necessary preparation of the surfaces, including cleaning off,
sand papering woodwork, wire brushing metal and leaving all surfaces free from dust, rust, grease
and oil before painting. In addition rates shall include for additional scaffolding required, all extra
labour involved in external or internal work and all cutting in to line for narrow widths and girths.
Rates shall also include for carrying out all work in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions
and for using the correct undercoat and the correct shades.
Rates for painting to walls, soffits, etc. are to include for painting two finishing coats to all electrical
cables, battens, roses, etc. to match the colour of the surface to which they are fixed.
2. BITUMEN PAINT
The bituminous paint on all metal gratings to drains shall be a bituminous paint comprising coal tar
and synthetic resin to be selected and approved by the SO and used strictly in accordance with the
manufacturers printed instructions.
3. ALUMINUM WOOD PRIMER PAINT
The aluminum wood primer paint shall be an oil-modified phenolic with aluminum pigment
aluminum paint to be selected and approved by the SO.
The aluminum wood primer shall be an oleoresinous based fungus resistant wood primer sealer
pigmented with non-leafing aluminum to be selected and approved by the SO and the cost for painting
one coat on to the back of all joinery work that is not vacuum/pressure impregnated abutting brick or
concrete is deemed to be included by the Contractor.
4. ALUMINUM PAINT
Aluminum paint to be used for decorative paintwork shall comprise of a single component phenolic
resin high luster an aluminum paint to be selected and approved by the SO. Aluminum paint shall
be ready for use and shall be of a high quality type with a bright luster, excellent anti-corrosive, heat
insulating, weather and fungus resistant, with tough, durable good abrasion-resistant and flexible
properties.
When painted on non-ferrous materials a two pack poly-vinyl butyral resin active primer to be
selected and approved by the SO shall be used.
PAD/4
5. TWO PACK QUALITY POLYURETHANE PAINT TO ALL TIMBER FLOORS (NOT

APPLICABLE TO ENGINEERED HARDWOOD FLOORING)
Spray coat polyurethane paint to surfaces to all the timber floors.
Prepare stop, knot, stain and sand smooth. Stain to SOs approval.
Apply by spray a two-component modified polyurethane paint comprising polyfunctional acrylic

and isocyanate-based material to achieve 30 microns DFT (12 m/litre).
Apply finishing coats (in the number of layers) by spray a two-pack polyurethane based
coating on to the polyurethane undercoat to achieve 2.0 mils DFT (7.8 m / litre).
Clear, gloss or matt finish to be selected by SO.
Spray application shall be 4 kg /m air delivery pressure with tip size 1.3mm at 60 angle.
Overcoating time 2 hours minimum.
Prepare and apply three coats of approved co-polymer heavy duty liquid plastic dressing to lines on
games courts in accordance with the manufacturers instructions.
Polyurethane Paint (Staircase)
Apply two-pack quality polyurethane paint to a height of 1200mm to walls of all staircases. Colour
and quality of the paint shall be to the approval of the SO.
6. PAINTING GUARANTEE
The Contractor shall execute the whole of the architectural coating works to the satisfaction of the
SO and warrants that the works shall be executed using good materials and with all the care and
professional skill. He further warrants the architectural coating works against any defects
whatsoever and howsoever arising for a period of FIVE (5) years from the date of substantial
completion of the Works. The Contractor shall make good all such defects appearing within the said
FIVE (5) years from the date of substantial completion of the Works at his own expense and to the
satisfaction of the SO. If the Contractor shall refuse, neglect or fail to do so for any reason
whatsoever, within such time or may be specified at the complete discretion of the SO in a notice in
writing from the SO to make good any such defect, the Employer shall be entitled to engage others
to make good the same and charge the costs thereof to the Contractor.
The Contractor shall, in addition, furnish to the Employer a written JOINT GUARANTEE (as per
attached Format Specimen) in respect of the architectural coatings applied in the Works, valid for a
period of FIVE (5) YEARS from the date of substantial completion of the Works, by a third party
acceptable to the Employer, in the form and on the terms approved by the Employer for the due and
faithful observance and performance of the aforesaid covenants and obligations on his part to be
observed and performed throughout the said period of FIVE (5) years. The guarantee shall be
delivered to the SO two weeks prior to the commencement of the architectural coating works
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7. TEXTURED PAINTING ON EXTERNAL PLASTERED SURFACE (ONLY GREEN MARK

PAINT TO BE USED)
.1 Unless otherwise stated and as indicated on the drawings all plastered facades of the Main
Building, ramp walls, etc. and planter walls are to be finished in Anti Algae Coating
conforming to SS 345. The anti-algae coating system shall comprise of the following:-
.1 Masonry Surface Sealer Coat (1 Coat)

A single component Thermoplastic Acrylic with excellent anti-fungus property.
.2 Intermediate Texture Coat (1 Coat)

Water-based Acrylic texture Body coat.
.3 Finishing Coat (2 Coats)

The water-based acrylic resin anti-algae / fungus coating, shall be applied in two coats. The
cured film should possess excellent resistance to algae (in particular the red-brown species,
Trentopohila). Chlorophyta (Green Algae) and Cyanophyta (Blue Green algae) , in addition
of providing excellent weathering under local climatical condition.
.2 Technical Data
Opacity SS: Part E2 : 1992 Above 70%

Wet Scrub Resistance SS: Part E2 : 1992 Above 3000 Cycles
Alkali Resistance( 1% NaOH) SS : Part G2 : 1992
Accelerated Weathering (1000hours) SS5 : Part G4 : 1992
Algae Resistance SS345 1990
Diffusion of Carbon dioxide SD,150>194m
Diffusion of Water Vapour SD,150 = 0.06M
.3 Sequence of Coats:
Recoating
Process Material Diluent Method
Interval
1st Coat Masonry Surface Sealer Water (max. 10%) Min. 2 hours Roller
2nd Coat Acrylic Body Texture Coat Water (max. 10%) Min. 2 hours Spray
3rd Coat Acrylic Anti-Algae Finish Coat Water (max. 10%) Min. 2 hours Roller
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4 Coat Acrylic Anti-Algae Finish Coat Water (max. 10%) Min. 2 hours Roller
8. PLASTERED SURFACES
Prepare and apply one coat of anti-alkaline sealer and two coats of acrylic emulsion paint to internal
plastered surfaces, unless otherwise specified.
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9. PRECAST CONCRETE VENTS

Prepare and apply two finishing coats of acrylic emulsion paint to precast concrete vents.
10. CALCIUM SILICATE BOARDS/GYPSUM PLASTER BOARDS

Prepare and apply two finishing coats of acrylic emulsion paint to all exposed calcium silicate
boards and gypsum plaster boards.
The finishes for external calcium silicate board shall be in three coats paint as specified.
11. TIMBER SURFACES

Prepare and apply one coat of aluminium wood primer to back of all timber frames in contact with
concrete or brickwork before fixing.
Prepare, stop, knot with shellac knotting and apply one coat of aluminium wood primer, one
undercoat and two finishing coats of synthetic enamel paint on all exposed surfaces of wrot
woodwork, frames, etc.
12. FITMENTS, WALL BAR, PARQUET FLOOR, ETC.

Prepare, stain and apply three coats of approved polyurethane paint to fitments, wall bar, parquet
floor, etc. unless otherwise stated.
13. TIMBER SURFACES

Repair: Large, loose or resinous knots and gross defects shall be cut out and holes plugged with
sound wood. Headless nails shall be punched well below surfaces.
Rub Down: Timber surface shall be rubbed down with fine glass paper in the direction of the grain
and dust off.
Knotting: All knots in woodwork shall be treated to prevent bleeding. Large or loose knots shall
be cut out and replaced with sound wood or cut back and the surface made good with stopper.
Smaller knots shall be treated with two thin coats of knotting. The knotting used shall be free from
resin and consist of 1 kg of shellac mixed with 2.5 litres of industrial methylated spirit or naphtha
and two thin coats shall be applied to cover all knots in painted timber or to such surfaces as may be
directed by the SO.
Primer: A full coat of aluminum wood primer shall be vigorously brushed in, particular care being
taken to fill end grain.
Stopping: All cracks, nail holes and the like shall be stopped, preferably with a proprietary
approved Broadknife Filler hard stopping supplied in premixed paste form or with putty applied
and finished with a broadknife and rubbed down on completion. Water soluble stopping shall not be
used outdoors.
Undercoat: Before applying an undercoat, the primer film shall be examined carefully. A primer
which has been weathered shall be thoroughly cleaned before recoating. If it is cracked, flaking or
heavily chalking, it shall be removed and reprimed. Undercoats shall be of the same brand as the
finishing coat. One undercoat shall be applied to the primed timber surface.
Finishing Coats: Two coats of finishing paint shall be applied on the appropriate undercoat.
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14. STAINS
Stains shall be a dye mixed either in water, oil or spirit of the highest quality of colour or colours to
be selected and approved by the SO.
The Contractor shall stain the timbers in the number of coats to the colours as per the samples
previously selected and approved by the SO.
15. PROPRIETORY VARNISH - CLEAR AND MATT FINISH TO JOINERY WORK
The proprietory varnish to be selected and approved by the SO and applied in the number of coats as
recommended by the manufacturers and used in strict accordance to manufacturers printed
instructions.
Surfaces to receive the proprietory clear varnish must be well papered, clean and free from dust, dirt,
grit, oil stains, splinters, etc. Open grain to be filled with appropriate filler and rubbed down to a
smooth surface and de-nibbed between coats.
Rates are to include either for clear or matt finish.
16. LINSEED OIL
The linseed oil shall be refined linseed oil, boiled or raw to BS 242.
17. WOOD PRESERVATIVE
Wood preservative for brush, dipping or hot and cold open tank treatment shall comply generally
with the requirements of BS 144.
18. BACKS OF FRAMES, ETC.
Except for pressure impregnated timbers, all backs of timber frames, etc. shall be painted with one
coat of approved aluminum wood primer paint before fixing is deemed to be included by the
Contractor.
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19. PREPARATION AND PAINTING
Generally: All surfaces are to be properly prepared to SOs approval and as directed on site before
painting commences and the Contractor shall include in his prices for all preparation and for the use
of de-rusting and de-greasing solutions (either dipping, spraying, brushing or other application) and
thorough washing and cleansing of the surfaces as recommended by the manufacturer and approved
by the SO.
The description of preparation and painting hereunder is for general guidance but the Contractor
will be expected to comply with the detailed recommendations of the manufacturer and his prices
will be deemed to include for this.
Cement and Sand Plaster and Concrete Surfaces: Surfaces are to be carefully rubbed down
smooth to remove all loose particles and efflorescence. All cracks and other imperfections shall be
cut out and made good with suitable plaster. Provide adequate ventilation to assist drying for a
minimum period of three (3) weeks before primer is applied. For painting refer to Generally -
Item 1 of this painting specifications.
Wall surfaces shall be cleaned and wetted immediately before painting. The Contractor shall allow
at least 24 hours interval between coats. Dilution shall not be permitted for the second and finishing
coats of emulsion paint.
Brickwork: Brick surfaces are to be brushed down to remove dirt, efflorescence and encrusted
mortar, etc. and defective pointing cut out and made good.
Preparation and painting shall be similar to requirements previously specified for Cement and Sand
Plaster and Concrete Surfaces.
Plasterboard, Cement Building Board or Fibreboard: Surfaces shall be prepared by removing

surface contamination by rubbing down lightly with glass paper.
Factory primed and ivory surfaced boards do not need priming. Where ordinary plasterboard or
fibreboard surfaces are to be decorated with wall covering, the boards shall be primed to the
approval of the SO before the general surfaces are decorated.
For painting refer to Generally - Item 1 of this painting specifications.
Hardboard Surface: Surfaces shall be prepared by removing surface contamination and light
rubbing down with glass paper.
Factory primed boards do not need priming. Untreated boards shall be primed with a primer-sealer
prior to undercoating. Primer sealer shall be as recommended by the manufacturer of the particular
hardboard for the decoration required.
For painting refer to Generally - Item 1 of this painting specifications.
Wood Surfaces: Wood surfaces are to be cleaned free from dirt and grease, etc. cracks, crevices
and knotholes scraped out and stopped, nails to be well punched in below the surface and stopped,
coarse grain is also to be filled and the whole rubbed down to a smooth surface with wire wool.
Wood surfaces shall be stained or painted or varnished to the requirements as specified in the
General Painting Schedule or as otherwise described.
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PREPARATION AND PAINTING (CONTD.)
UPVC Pipes Etc : Prepare and apply one undercoat and two finishing coats of synthetic enamel
paint to all exposed UPVC pipes and fittings.
PVC Surfaces: PVC surfaces shall be lightly sanded down prior to painting. For painting refer to
Generally - Item 1 of this painting specifications.
Previously Painted Surfaces: Timber, metal, plastic surfaces previously enamel painted shall be
sanded down to the approval of the SO to roughen surface prior to new paint application.
Previously stained or clear varnished timber shall be sanded down to receive new varnish. Where
colours of lighter shade are required the stained timber shall be sanded down to original bare wood.
Ferrous Metal Surfaces: Millscale and tightly adhering rust on ferrous metal surfaces shall be
completely removed by closed circuit grit blasting or phosphoric acid washes or as specifically
stated by the SO or in factory by acid pickling or blasting. Less serious rust and millscale shall be
removed by hand or power tools or by flame cleaning with oxyacetylene or butane gas followed by
brushing. Phosphoric acid washes shall be used in strict accordance with the manufacturers printed
instruction.
Oil or grease shall be removed by wiping over with white spirit and cleaned off with clean cloth.
An approved chemical solvent shall be used followed by thorough washing and drying if carried out
in the factory.
All open joints and faults stopped with red lead putty or an approved filler.
One coat of approved zinc chromate primer conforming to SS 6 shall be applied to the prepared
ferrous metal surfaces within 1 hour of preparation.
In addition to priming and unless otherwise described, all ferrous metal surfaces (including eaves
gutters, rainwater, soil, waste and ventilating pipes) shall receive one undercoat and two finishing
coats after fixing. Primed surface if damaged during handling, transporting and assembling shall be
touched up with appropriate primer and the edge rubbed down with clean dry cloth. Coated pipes
shall be knotted prior to painting. Eaves gutters and rainwater heads shall be painted inside and out.
Prepare and apply one coat of metallic primer on surfaces of concealed ironwork before fixing.
Previously Primed Metal Surfaces: Previously primed metal surfaces are to be thoroughly cleaned
down to remove all dirt, grease, etc. All loose, adhering or defective paint shall be removed by
scraping back to a firm edge or, if necessary, the surface shall be removed completely by chipping,
scraping and wire brushing back to clean metal. All bare metal shall be brought forward to the
general surface with appropriate primer. For painting refer to Generally - Item 1 of this painting
specifications.
Galvanised or Similar Pre-Treated Metal Surfaces: Galvanised or similar pre-treated metal

surfaces are to be carefully rubbed down to remove rust, loose scale, etc. and cleaned to remove dirt
and thoroughly de-greased; corroded areas are to be brought forward to the general surface with
appropriate approved restorative primer.
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PREPARATION AND PAINTING (CONTD.)
Galvanised surfaces shall be treated with one coat of approved Mordant Solution. For painting refer
to Generally - Item 1 of this painting specifications.
Aluminum: The base aluminum surface shall be prepared by abrading with fine wet or dry
abrasive paper using white spirit as lubricant. The surfaces shall be wiped off with clean cloth
soaked in white spirit and all residues removed with dry clean cloth.
The prepared surface shall immediately be primed (without delay) with an approved etch primer
plus zinc chromate by applying smooth even coats.
Paint one undercoat and two finishing coats of approved paint over the primed surface.
Zinc / Stainless Steel Surface: Zinc surface shall be weathered, washed down and degreased with
white spirit.
The Contractor shall ensure that all surfaces are etched to the approval of the SO and dried and
primed immediately with two thin coats of approved zinc chromate on the prepared surface.
For stainless steel surface, no primer is required after the surface is etched.
Paint one undercoat and two finishing coats of approved paint after fixing.
Copper: Copper surface shall be prepared by abrading with emery using white spirit as a lubricant.
The surfaces shall be wiped off with clean cloth soaked in white spirit and all residues removed with
clean dry cloth.
All copper surface to be fixed internally or externally shall be primed with etch primer or aluminum
pigmented primer.
Paint one undercoat and two finishing coats of approved paint over the primed surface.
20. ADVERSE WEATHER

Exterior or exposed painting shall not be carried out under adverse weather condition such as
extremes of temperature or during rain.
Painting shall not be allowed to proceed on surfaces which are not thoroughly dry.
21. DUST
Before painting, varnishing or polishing, etc. is proceeded with, floors must be washed over and
every possible precaution taken to keep down dust.
22. DUST SHEETS

An ample supply of clean dust sheets to protect the work during its progress shall be at hand and all
floors to be covered up when executing any paintwork.
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23. TINTS AND COLOURS

No paints are to be brought to the site until colours have been selected and approved by the SO.
All tints and shades are to be selected and approved by the SO and the Contractor is to allow for
painting small portions of work in different colours so that the appearance on site may be judged and
a selection be made.
The tints of the undercoats are to be approximate to those of the finishing colours. In order to
indicate the number of coats applied, a difference is to be made in tint of each succeeding coat
(except in the case of white).
Note:- If after the application of the finishing coat the surface is still not satisfactory then further coat or
coats of paintwork are required to be applied at the Contractors own expense.
24. INSPECTION
P riming coats shall not be applied until the surfaces have been inspected and the preparatory work
has been approved by the SO. Undercoats or finishing coats shall not be applied until the previous
coat has been similarly inspected and approved.
25. TESTS
The SO may from time to time require the Contractor to arrange for and to carry out tests to be
carried out by a relevant certification body at the Contractors own cost to confirm that the paints
and varnishes used on site conforms to the approved samples.
26. FITTINGS
All metal fittings, fastenings and ironmongery are to be removed before preparatory painting
processes are commenced, cleaned and re-fixed in position on completion.
27. PAINTING SCHEDULE

A painting schedule shall be provided by the Contractor for the SOs approval prior to the execution
of the work to enable work to proceed at the appropriate time. The schedule shall give all the
necessary information on colour, type of paint, surface to be coated and method of application.
28. PRIMERS
Primers shall be appropriate for the surface and for the subsequent coats. All primers shall be
applied by brush. Subsequent coats may be applied by brush, spray or roller unless specifically
directed. Roller shall not be used for oil paints.
29. PRIMED SURFACES

Primed or undercoated woodwork, metalwork, plasterwork, etc. shall not be left in an exposed or
unsuitable situation for an undue period before completing the painting process.
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30. APPLICATION
Each coat of paint shall be allowed to harden before the next is applied. Subsequent coats shall be
applied within the period specifically specified by the paint manufacturer where necessary to secure
a proper bond with the previous coat.
Paint shall not be applied to surfaces structurally or superficially damp (unless otherwise specially
recommended by manufacturer), or extremely hot and all surfaces must be ascertained to be free from
condensation, dirt, dust, etc. before the application of each coat.
The Contractor shall bring to the attention of the SO for structurally damp surfaces before painting
work commences.
31. MIXING
All paints shall be thoroughly mixed before use, unless there is a specific instruction to the contrary
on the tin e.g. do not stir. All partially used paint containers shall be properly resealed and stored
away from adverse temperature.
32. THINNING
Thinning shall be carried out with the type of thinner and in the proportions recommended by the
paint manufacturers.
33. EXTERNAL PAINTING BASED ON PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATION

The external painting shall be minimum 3 coats paint system as specified.
The Contractor shall execute the whole of the painting works to the satisfaction of the SO, and
warrants that the works shall be executed using good materials and with all due care and
professional skill. He further warrants the painting works against any decoration defects, fungus and
other biological growth, uneven fading, peeling and discolouring in respect of the material and
workmanship, that is, any defects whatsoever and howsoever arising for a period of five (5) years
from the date of Substantial Completion of the Works. The Contractor shall make good all such
defects appearing within the said five (5) years from the date of Substantial Completion of the
Works at his own expense and to the satisfaction of the SO. If the Contractor shall refuse, neglect or
fail to do so for any reason whatsoever, within such time as may be specified at the complete
discretion of the SO in a notice in writing from the SO to make good any such defect, the Employer
shall be entitled to engage others to make good the same and charge the costs thereof to the
Contractor.
The Contractor shall, in addition, furnish to the Employer a written guarantee in respect of the
painting used or applied in the Works, valid for a period of five (5) years from the date of substantial
completion of the Works, by a third party acceptable to the Employer, in the form and on the terms
approved by the Employer as shown in the Format Specimen for the due and faithful observance and
performance of the aforesaid covenants and obligations on his part to be observed and performed
throughout the said period of five (5) years. The guarantee shall be delivered to the SO two weeks
prior to the commencement of the painting works.
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EXTERNAL PAINTING BASED ON PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATION (CONTD.)
General Requirements
The painting works in this section shall be based on a performance specification. The recommended painting
system shall be so designed to meet the performance criteria as specified.
The painting system shall be that of a waterproof type to be designed by an approved paint manufacturer
(Specialist) to be selected and approved by the SO. The Contractor shall arrange to obtain and furnish a
written JOINT GUARANTEE OF FIVE (5) YEARS against algae and other biological growth, uneven
fading/discolouring, peeling, blistering and/or other decoration defects to be submitted to the SO for
approval first, prior to the commencement of the painting works. (Refer to Specimen as attached). The
gurantee shall be for the External Painting System and to commence from Completion of the Project.
The external painting shall mean painting to all external surfaces except those within the enclosed
walls of building and other enclosed spaces (not exposed to the weather). All external doors,
windows, shutters, grille gates and the like openable towards outside shall mean painting both sides
including door edges and frames. The Indemnity for external painting shall exclude perimeter chain
link fencings, electrical and mechanical equipment and fittings, floors and roof surfaces and other
areas as specifically mentioned in the Specification. Any defects to these areas shall be made good
during the defects liability period. Extra coats of paint finish to be applied at no extra cost to the
Employer on the instruction of the SO if the final finishing coats appear to be uneven or patchy.
External painting system shall be in acrylic spray textured approved weather resistant and
waterproof paint complying to SS 345.
Where the external painting system requires spray textured super weather shield or other approved
paint, the system shall comprise two coats oil based alkaline, fungus and algae resistant wall sealer
(rolled-on) with one coat of three dimensional polymeric acrylic emulsion textured coating (sprayed-
on) and two coat of high performance anti fungus and anti-algae, anti-carbonation modified acrylic
emulsion paint (rolled-on).
The recommended painting system must be forwarded to the SO for approval 2 months before the
commencement of painting works with the following details:
Name of system Spreading rate - m/litre

Number and type of coats Type of primer
Composition Thinning ratio of primer - in percentage by volume
Use Spreading rate of primer - m/litre
Characteristics Drying time of concrete before primer coat
Colours available Drying time of each coat (at 30 C)
Application method Painting interval between coats
Thinner Surface preparation method
Thinning ratio - in percentage by volume
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EXTERNAL PAINTING BASED ON PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATION (CONTD.)
General Requirements (Contd.)
The Contractors Specialist shall ensure by supervision, checks or any other means that all materials
used conform to the intended specification and if any changes are necessary shall seek written
approval from the SO with all the above mentioned details listed out.
In proposing the painting systems and products to be used for this Contract, the Contractors Specialist
shall comply with all local fire and health requirements. They shall ensure that all paints brought to site
are free from organomercury compounds. They shall be fully responsible for the painting systems
used. The Contractors Specialist shall allow for different colour tones for all undercoats to distinguish
the different coatings. Should the finished painting work be found unsatisfactory, i.e. brushy works,
unevenness in applications, insufficient film thickness, original stains, etc., the Contractors Specialist
shall be required to scrape off the old paint and repaint with additional coat or coats at their own
expense to the approval of the SO.
The Contractors Specialist shall rectify and make good all defects within 14 days of receipt of a written
notice from the SO of any painting defects at his own costs and expenses.
The undertaking given by the Contractors Specialist shall be absolute and shall not be restricted to or
limited by any inspection and approval of the quality of the paint and materials which the SO may make.
Materials and Workmanship Requirements
Surface Preparation: The Contractors Specialist shall ensure that surface preparation
specification is adequate and compatible with the designed painting specification as any failure of
the painting system due to inadequate surface preparation or preparation specification must be
rectified at the Contractors expense. No exemption from the indemnity will be allowed for poor
surface preparation.
All surface preparatory work shall comply to the appropriate sub-clauses as specified in Generally
and Preparation and Painting of surfaces to receive paintwork.
Surface Application: Application method may be by brush, roller, spray or airless spray as
recommended by the paint manufacturer. No roller shall be used on rough surface, framework and
the like.
Application shall be in accordance with manufacturers specification. A minimum of one primer coat,
one undercoat and one finishing coat of a painting system is required for plasterboard, cement building
board and the like surfaces. For timber and metal surfaces, the painting system shall comprise one
primer, one undercoat and two finishing coats. Etch primer shall be used on all galvanised, stainless
steel and non-ferrous metal surfaces. All surfaces shall be clean, dry and free from oil or other
deleterious matters. Paint shall not be applied to any surface which is very hot and upon which there is
moisture or to any external surface during adverse weather condition such as extreme of temperature or
during rain.
The finished surface shall be uniform in sheen, colour, etc., and be free from defects detrimental to
appearance or performance.
The Contractors attention is brought to the fact that although an Indemnity for the painting system
is required in the Contract, samples of the paints may be taken for test throughout the duration of
works by the SO to ensure that the specified paints are used and no adulteration or over dilution
takes place.
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34. SAMPLES
35. COMPLETION
On completion, wash off paint, emulsion, etc., stains on floors, walls, etc. clean glass on both sides,
replace any broken or cracked square or louvres, clear away all rubbish and superfluous materials and
leave the whole of the premises fit and ready for immediate occupation.
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EXTERNAL WORKS
NOTE:- This portion of the External Works Specification shall be read in conjunction
with the previous Specification Clauses previously described which shall be
applied as appropriate.
1. SITE CLEARANCE
Clear site off weeds, shrubs, bushes, trees, etc. and other undesirable growths and debris on
entire site and dispose off to a dump to be provided by the Contractor at the beginning and end
of building operations to the approval of the SO.
2. IMPORTED VEGETABLE EARTH

The Contractor shall provide imported selected vegetable earth free from weeds, roots, debris
and vegetation to be selected and approved by the SO and to be deposited in areas as described
above to be grassed where the existing vegetable earth for reuse is insufficient. Overall
thickness 200mm.
3. EARTHWORKS AND IMPORTED EARTH FILLING

Excavation and filling to building or over site, to make up or reduce the levels in forming platform
levels, embankments, terraces, roads, pavings, turfed areas, etc. shall be carried out and graded to
levels and falls as shown on the site plan or as directed by the SO on site.
Filling to be with existing selected excavated material free from roots and all vegetable matter,
filled in and well consolidated in layers not exceeding 150mm thick.
Carefully form all embankment banks in cutting or filling to constant or varying angles and
contours as directed by hands.
Sloping sides of embankments shall be carefully trimmed by hand to the desired slopes and
contours.
Provide selected imported earth fill to make up levels to be selected and approved by the SO
where the existing earth cut is insufficient.
4. CUT TREES AND PROTECT EXISTING TREES

Contractor is to establish which trees are to be cut and which to be retained prior to site
clearance.
Existing trees to be retained shall be as marked on drawings. These trees are to be protected.
The protected trees are to be watered as required. The Contractor is deemed to have allowed in
his cost for trimming branches as required to suit his method of construction only on SOs
approval and to remove the trimmed branches off the site.
The Contractor shall obtain written instructions from the Employer of the site for the removal,
transplanting or the cutting down of any trees, shrubs, etc. on site and pay all costs incurred.
5. CONSOLIDATION OF EARTHWORKS TO RECEIVE ROADS,

FIRE PATHS AND FIRE PITS
All final levels of earthworks to receive premix roads, interlocking pavings to fire paths and
fire pits, cobble stones, shall be compacted and consolidated to a dry density of at least 92% of
the Standard Proctor Density (AASHO).
Method of compaction and consolidation shall be as described in Roadworks and Car Parks
Specifications.
6. LANDSCAPE SPECIALIST WORK

Prepare and plant new trees, shrubs, etc. as shown in drawings to SOs approval & to
incorporate any comments by Arborist if any engaged by the Employer.
Relocate cut or replant any other designated existing trees and associated framework to new
locations and maintain all to SOs approval
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EXTERNAL WORKS
7. ROADWORKS
i) Earthworks
Excavation and filling shall be carried out to this Specification and the sections, lines,
grades, crossfalls, etc. shown on the drawings. All suitable material taken from
excavation shall be used as fill to the extend required to construct embankments or
subgrade. In the event of excavation exceeding the amount of material required for fill,
the excess shall be used to grade areas of ultimate development or wasted as directed at
the expense of the Contractor. In the case of volume of filling exceeding that excavated,
the deficiency shall be supplied from approved borrow sources and the Contractor shall
allow for this in his rates.
Excavation shall be carried to such a depth that sufficient materials remains above the
designated subgrade to allow for compaction of such. On embankments, sufficient
material shall be placed above the designated subgrade to allow for compaction and
settlement. Should the Contractor through negligence or other fault excavate below the
designated levels, he shall at his own expense replace such excavation in the manner
specified for fill. Any topsoil removed in cutting and topsoil in filled areas to a depth of
150mm, or as directed, shall be removed prior to any fill being placed. All such topsoil
removed shall be used on the turfed areas at the edges or alternatively stacked where
directed by the SO.
Filled areas shall be compacted in layers of 150 - 200mm. Each layer of fill material
shall be compacted to dry density of at least 92% of the Standard Proctor Density
(AASHO).
Sufficient quantities of water shall be sprayed or the soil allowed to dry up to bring the fill
to (+) or (-) 2% of optimum moisture content of the soil for compaction to commence.
Earthmoving plant shall not be accepted as compaction equipment for roadworks. Prior
notice shall be given to the SO of the Contractor's intention to carry out compaction. A
road roller of 8 - 10 tonnes or other approved compacting equipment shall be used on the
works for the compaction.
Where excavation reveals that the materials excavated contained organic matter, peat, etc.
unsuitable for filling, such material shall be transported away from site by the Contractor and
should not be allowed to come in contact with fill material for roadworks.
ii) Preparation of Subgrade
The subgrade shall be thoroughly compacted with a road roller weighing not less that 8 -
10 tonnes and trimmed to the levels, grades and crosstails shown on the drawings or
ordered. At all times the subgrade shall be kept well drained. Wherever ruts or low
spots are formed, the subgrade shall be brought up to grade, reshaped and compacted at
the Contractor's own expense. Any soft or spongy patches shall be excavated to a depth
of not less than 600mm. The sides of the excavation shall be vertical. The excavated
material shall be removed and the hole so formed shall be backfilled with approved
granular material compacted in 150 - 200mm layers.
The top 130mm subgrade layer shall be compacted to not less than 98% of dry density
using modified compaction (AASHO). The 130mm layer below the granite dust or
unwashed sand shall have a minimum CBR of 30% (soaked value) where densities fall
below the specified values, corrective action to bring up the density to the required values
shall be taken at the Contractor's own expense.
In-situ Dry Density Tests shall be carried out at 100.00 metres intervals along the road or
as required by the SO and all apparatus required for such tests shall be provided by the
Contractor, where the length of the road is less than 100.00 metres, at least 3 density tests
shall be carried out. The subgrade shall be finished to a tolerance of (+) or (-) 12mm to
levels shown on the drawings.
Stacking of aggregate or any other material shall not be permitted on the subgrade and no
base course or pavement shall be laid thereon until the subgrade has been checked and
approved.
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ROADWORKS (CONTD.)
iii) Aggregate Generally
All aggregate used in the construction shall be hard, durable granite or other approved
material, free from foreign matter, broken cubically and conforming to the specified
grading requirements. Before any material is placed on the subgrade, the subgrade shall
be selected and approved by the SO. Depth blocks of the appropriate dimensions shall be
provided every 1.50 metres both ways to ensure that the correct depth of each respective
layer is maintained. On no account shall vehicles be permitted on the subgrade.
iv) Base Course

Pave over the prepared subgrade with a layer of crusher dust or sand as a protective layer
of the thickness shown on the drawings or as directed.
The crusher run aggregate base course shall be carried out in two layers each of
consolidated thickness shown on drawings or as directed. Base course aggregate shall be
placed directly on the protective layer where it shall be picked up with stone forks and
placed in position. The fine fraction remaining on the pile shall then be picked up with
square-nosed shovels and scattered evenly over the already spread stone base course to
fill the interstices. The base course shall be rolled with a 8 - 10 tonnes roller. Rolling
shall continue until the granite stones have interlocked and there is no undue movement
in the crusher stone layout.
Blinding material of granite dust or other similar approved blinding material shall be
spread evenly over protective layer and over each base course thoroughly wetted and
rolled into the interstices to the approval of the SO. Any surplus fine material remaining
after rolling shall be swept up and removed from the surface.
v) Preparation of Area to be Paved
Prior to the laying of the hotmix asphalt surfacing, the top layer of the base course shall be
properly brushed and cleaned of all loose material and other materials.
The asphalt mixture shall not be placed on any wet surface work. The work shall be
suspended when rain is imminent and no work is allowed after the rain. The SO or his
representative may instruct that the premix at the site be rejected at Contractor's own
expense.
A layer of tack coat of cationic emulsion conforming to SS 85 - Bitumen Emulsion for

Road Construction shall be applied on the prepared base course before the hot asphalt
premix surfacing is laid, at a rate 0.55 litre/sq m. The bitumen emulsion shall be
homogeneous and the properties at the time of delivery shall be tested by the methods
prescribed in SS 86.
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ROADWORKS (CONTD.)
vi) Asphalt Premix Surface Course

Bitumen Binder
All bitumen shall be approved type petroleum bitumen of either 60/70 penetration. No
mineral matter other than that naturally contained in such bitumen shall be present. The
bitumen shall be of uniform quality, free from water and shall not foam when heated to
175 degrees Centigrade. The Contractor must state the country or countries of origin of
all bitumen prior to its use in the works. All bitumen shall meet the following
requirements of SS 84.
60 / 70
Item Description Penetration Grade
1 Penetration of 25 degs. C. 60 - 80 (0.1 mm)
2 Softening Point 47 - 56 (deg. C.)
3 Flash Point (Cleveland Open Up) 230 degs. C. minimum
4 Penetration at 25 degs. C. Thinfilm Oven 52% of original
Test penetration (minimum)
5 Solubility in Trichloro ethylene 99.5% by wt (min)
6 Specific gravity, 25 degs. C/25 degs. C. .0 - 1.11
Test for the above properties shall be carried out in accordance with the methods set out in
the Specification for Methods of Sampling and Testing Bitumen of SS 86.
Mineral Filler shall consist of crushed rockfines or Portland Cement to SS 26 or BS No.

12. At least 85% of cement filler shall pass 0.075mm (No. 200) B.S. Sieve and filler
shall be thoroughly dry and shall be free from organic matter and clay particles.
Fine Aggregate shall consist of approved clean well graded granite fines produced in a
secondary crushing plant, or approved clean natural sand properly washed free of all
impurities. Fine aggregate shall be taken here as materials passing a 3.20mm British
Standard Sieve and retained on 0.075mm (No. 200) British Standard Sieve.
Coarse Aggregate shall consist of clean, well graded, angular, crushed granite of
approved quality, free from dust, dirt, and/or other deleterious materials, and free from an
excess of flat, elongated or weathered pieces. Coarse aggregate shall be taken here as all
material retained on a 3.20mm British Standard Sieve.
Mixing and Delivery
The mix required for the work shall be as shown on the table below. Wherever
considered advisable, the SO may vary the specified proportion of coarse and fine
aggregate within a range of 10% and the percentage filler to be used within a range of (+)
or (-) 2% and the Contractor shall NOT be entitled to any extra or reduced payment on
this account.
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ROADWORKS (CONTD.)
Mixing and Delivery (Contd.)
Type of Mix 50mm Surface Course

Thickness Course Maximum 50mm
Minimum 38mm
Maximum Size of Stone Aggregate Used 25mm
Total Percentage Passing Including Filler
Passing 50mm -
Passing 38mm -
Passing 25mm 95 - 100
Passing 10mm -
Passing 6mm 54 - 70
Passing 3mm 39 - 55
Passing BS 14 27 - 41
Minimum Average Maximum
% Soluble bitumen (by weight of total
mix 60/70 penetration) 5.5 6.0 6.5
Overall requirements: % graded coarse
aggregate (by weight of total aggregate and 52
filler)
% Graded fine aggregated passing 1/8"
BS Sieve but retained on BS No. 200 Sieve
(by weight of total aggregate and filler) 43
% Mineral filler passing BS No. 200 Sieve
(by weight of total aggregate and filler) 5
% Soluble bitumen by weight of Total 6.0
Mix
All aggregate of the requisite sizes and grading shall be thoroughly dried and fed at a
temperature of 150 degrees Centigrade - 170 degrees Centigrade into a mechanical mixer
of approved type. An accurately registering pyrometer shall be installed at a suitable
point at the discharge end of the dryer with a registering device so located as to indicate
clearly the temperature of the coarse and fine aggregate when discharged. The bitumen
shall be heated, in an approved type boiler, to a temperature of 150 degrees Centigrade to
165 degrees Centigrade and shall thereafter be added together with the required
proportion of filler, to the coarse and fine aggregate, and all ingredients shall be
thoroughly mixed together until complete coating of all aggregate and filler with the
bitumen has been achieved. The SO or his authorised representative shall have access at
all times to asphalt mixing plant, and shall at liberty take such samples of materials as
considered necessary from time to time to verify the proper operation thereof.
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ROADWORKS (CONTD.)
Mixing and Delivery (Contd.)
It is particularly important to avoid excessive heating of the bitumen binder as this will
lead to hardening of the binder and result in a shortening of the useful life of the
pavement. In all cases temperatures should be kept as low as is consistent with proper
mixing and laying.
The asphalt after proper mixing, shall then be discharged from the mixer direct into a tipping
truck of suitable dimensions, for transportation to the worksite. The temperature of the mix on
arrival at such worksite shall not be less than 120 degrees Centigrade. The Contractor shall
provide an adequate number of accurate thermometers for checking the temperature of hot mix
asphalt, etc. as directed by the SO.
Vehicles used for transporting the asphalt shall be thoroughly cleaned free of all foreign
materials immediately prior to loading with asphalt. Canvas cover should be provided for
each and every load during transportation and holding. The use of dirty or otherwise
unsatisfactory vehicles shall render the load/s of asphalt liable to rejection.
Surface Course
Over the prepared base course shall be spread a layer of approved hot mix asphalt of the
thickness of 50mm (after consolidation) unless otherwise specified. Immediately following
the spreading of the premix, the initial compaction will be done to the full width by rolling
with a three wheel power roller weighing 10 - 12 tonnes. The rolling shall progress gradually
from the lower side of the road to the highest point. Rolling shall continue until no movement
under the rear wheel is noticeable but should be discontinued prior to excessive crushing of
the stone. Places inaccessible to the roller shall be tamped thoroughly with mechanical or
hand tampers which shall weigh not less than 25 kg and having a face of not more than 0.064
sq m.
Testing and Finishing

After completion of the surface course, the surface shall be tested with a 3.00 metres long
straight edge laid at right angles to the centre line of the roadway and all irregularities
exceeding 10mm shall be corrected by removing and replacing to the foregoing requirements.
Depth tests shall be made at the Contractor's own expense. Where there is a deficiency of
stone of greater than 6mm, the Contractor shall make up the deficient areas by removing the
stone and replacing it, if considered necessary by the SO with new stone.
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8. TOPSOIL
Provide and spread topsoil over the site as indicated on the drawings to receive turves and planting.
All topsoil supplied by the Contractor shall be free from rubbish, roots, stumps, stones or other
extraneous materials, and well mixed with sludge in proportion of (3:1) to be selected and
approved by the SO. Sludge delivered to site shall be used for the turfing work as soon as
possible. Sludge stockpiled on the site for turfing work shall be evenly covered with a layer of
lime and a layer of topsoil.
The soil and sludge mixture shall be laid 50mm below the desired turf level and spread uniformly
over the site, slopes and/or berms, etc. where directed and shall be lightly watered if necessary,
and then tamped with wooden tampers and trimmed to the consolidated thickness required.
The turf pods shall be planted using topsoil only.
The Contractor shall be responsible for providing and fixing the turves promptly after topsoiling in
order to prevent erosion thereof due to wet weather or other causes. Any loss of unprotected or
inadequately protected topsoil shall be made good at the Contractor's own expense. A thin layer of
topsoil shall be broadcast on the turf to fill all depressions and give a smooth finish.
The Contractor may be required to excavate, load, transport and spread topsoil from Singapore or
neighbouring Indonesian Island sources. In such cases, the Contractor shall not be held responsible
for the quality of such topsoil, unless clay, rubbish, roots, etc. have been introduced into such topsoil
due to careless or excessly deep excavation by the Contractor, whereafter the unsuitable topsoil shall
be replaced at the Contractor's own expense.
9. TURVES AND MAINTENANCE

Spot turf all external unpaved areas including all necessary trimming, levelling, 50mm thick
approved loamy topsoil treated with weed killer, well mixed with sludge, watering, rolling, weeding,
maintenance, etc. as specified. Spot turf should not be more than 300mm centre to centre.
Close turf all embankments, slopes formed and School field as shown in Drawings all as before
described for spot turf.
The Contractor is required to maintain the turfed area for 12 months during the defects liability
period including all necessary watering, rolling, weeding and tending until the turf is firmly
established and replacing badly grown patches to the satisfaction of the SO.
About two months after planting, the grass shall be manured with a complete chemical fertiliser
which supplies nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium and magnesium approximately in the following
proportion 18:12:6:3. This shall be applied at the rate of 125 kg/ha of grass after all the weeds have
removed. The fertiliser shall be mixed with the top dressing and spread evenly over the field.
Turves shall be Cow Grass (Axonopus Compressus). All turves supplied by the Contractor shall
be of healthy and vigorous stock and from approved sources. The grass or turf shall be cut square
and approximately 300 x 300mm in size, and be 50mm in thickness. All turves supplied shall be
free from weeds and care shall be taken to include as much of the roof growth as possible.
The turves shall not be broken up into small pieces for planting and shall be planted as soon as
possible after being cut.
Close Turfing - all sloping embankments and School field.
Spot Turfing - all horizontal surfaces.
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TURVES AND MAINTENANCE (CONTD.)
Turves shall be laid side by side on the ground with gaps not exceeding 30mm where close turfing
is specified. When spot turfing is specified, gaps on all sides of the turves shall not be more than
100mm. In the case of banks, close turfing is required, and each sod shall be held in position by
wooden pegs to prevent movement or displacement of any kind, and the turfing shall thereafter be
tamped down and rolled (except on slopes) with a suitable hand roller. The pieces of turf shall be
sunk into the ground so that they are flush with the surface. All depressions between the pieces of
turf shall be filled with topsoil. The turfing shall on completion present a uniform and regular
appearance. After planting of turf and watering of the turfed areas no additional spreading of
sludge on the turfed areas shall be allowed.
Throughout the maintenance period of the Contract, all turfing shall be watered regularly and
weeded until it is accepted by the SO. The Contractor shall allow for such watering and
tending. Any dead turves, badly growing turves or otherwise unsatisfactory turves shall be
removed and replaced with approved quality turves by the Contractor at his own expense.
All weeds shall be removed at least twice a month.
About one (1) month after planting, the grass shall be manured with a complete chemical
fertiliser which supplies Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium and Magnesium approximately in the
following proportion 18:12:6:3. This shall be applied at the rate of 125 kg/ha of grass after all
weeds have been removed. The fertiliser shall be mixed with the topdressing and spread evenly
over the field. This application shall be repeated after three (3) months.
After one (1) month's growth, the grass shall be cut with a suitable rotary mower to encourage the
grass to creep on the ground instead of growing upright. This operation shall be repeated at
fortnightly intervals until the ground is completely covered with grass. A mechanised reel cut
mower shall now be used to cut the grass. This normally shall be done about three (3) months
after planting. Thereafter mowing shall be done fortnightly by reel cut mower until the end of the
defects liability period.
Approximately two (2) months after planting, when the grass has grown and produced a
continuous cover over the whole area, the whole of the turfed areas shall be lightly rolled (roller
shall not exceed 150 kg in weight) to an even surface. Rolling shall be repeated at monthly
intervals until the surface is accepted by the SO. A heavy roller shall not be used as it is likely to
damage the sub-soil drainage system if one has been installed. A heavy roller will also compact
the ground unduly and this is detrimental to good turf growth.
Grass shall be close cut as short as possible following the general contours of the ground. The
stock or blade of the grass after each cutting shall not stand higher than 20mm above the
ground level. On fairly extensive and open grass areas, sidetables or fields, the Contractor shall
use mechanical mowers powered by small tractors.
The edges of all sidetables, and other grassed areas adjoining roadways, footpaths, kerbs,
dividers and concrete paved areas shall be cut back to proper straight lines or curves as the case
may be, and trimmed thereafter to produce a neat and tidy appearance. This work shall be
carried out immediately after the grass in the area has been cut.
Grass growing in the cement joints of footpaths and along the edge of the roads adjacent to or
directly fronting the sidetables, centre medians, circuses, etc. shall be manually weeded out and
cleared. The Contractor is deemed to have allowed for such provision in his Contract.
Where the existing ground is around established and mature tree (with girth of above 200mm
measured at 1.00 metre above ground level) or around street furniture, the Contractor shall
level the surrounding ground and employ a weed eater or other grasscutting machine operated
by nylon string cutting "blade", to close cut the grass right up to the bases of trees or street
furniture without damaging the bark or furniture. To avoid damaging shrubs, flowering plants
or young trees (with girth less than 200mm), the Contractor shall cut grass right up to the edge
of the flower beds only or the weeded areas of such plants.
All cut grass, cuttings together with trimmings, loose stones, rubbish, etc. shall be collected and
removed from the site and disposed off expeditiously to the Contractor's own dumping ground.
Refer to item 20 for Sub-Soil Pipes and Drainage.
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10. BAKAU PILING
Bakau piles shall be good, sound, straight piles with fresh uninjured bark and of reasonably
uniform size throughout. They shall be supplied in 3.00 metre, 4.50 metre or 6.00 metre
lengths as required and measured after the heads have been squared and the under-sized ends
cut off. They shall not be less than 100mm in diameter at the larger end and not less than
60mm in diameter at the smaller end, measured within 150mm from its end. Such
measurements shall not be over knobs and protuberances. The permissible deviation of the axis
of the pile from the straight joining the centres of the two ends shall not be more than 25mm.
All bakau piles shall be selected and approved by the SO before being used. Bakau piles that
have been rejected shall be removed from site immediately. The piling shall be carried out by
operators thoroughly experienced in their trade and shall be carried out in accordance with the
instructions of the SO. They shall be driven by a piling frame or tripod with a monkey of
approved weight.
The head of pile shall be protected with a simple steel or cast iron ring during driving and after
completion of such driving, the head shall be properly squared and cut off to the required
levels.
Piles shall be driven vertically in a straight line, perfectly squared from the face of the work
and free from damage. The monkey used shall be 200 kg (minimum) in weight. The monkey
shall be dropped from a height of 1.00 metre to 1.50 metre. The actual height of the drops shall
be approved by the SO.
Incorrectly or badly driven piles and piles damaged during driving shall be extracted and
replaced or else duplicated at the Contractor's own expense.
All piles shall be rigidly and securely joined with steel collars of 300mm long made out of
1.22mm thick (18 SWG) mild steel sheets with joints fully welded. Steel collars shall be
completely coated with tar or bituminous paint.
11. TIMBER PILES
Provide 150 x 150mm timber tanapiles at 2000mm centres both ways and staggered to the
entrance culvert and driven to refusal.
12. CONCRETE KERBS
Provide along edge of Car Parks and Driveways as indicated on the architectural drawings and in
continuation with kerbs cast on drains, precast concrete (1:2:4) kerb with smooth finish 125mm
thick x 300mm high (K7) cast in convenient lengths with chamfered edges, finished fair on
exposed faces and bedded, jointed and pointed in cement and sand (1:3) on concrete (1:3:6) bed
600mm wide x 300mm high one side and 400mm high other side all as directed by the SO on site.
Provide 100 x 100mm weepholes in kerb at approximately 6.00 metres centres as required.
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13. CONCRETE DRAINS

Construct reinforced / precast concrete (Grade 20 for house drain and Grade 30 for drain with
standing fire engine access) surface water channel minimum 600mm (unless otherwise stated
with) and cascade steps including fabric reinforcement and 65mm diameter PVC weepholes.
The width of the drain to be varied according to the depth in accordance with Ministry of
Environments Code of Practice.
Construct concrete U-drains with 50mm thick lean concrete and 100mm thick compacted
hardcore bed.
Supply and lay removable precast concrete cover and hinged galvanised mild steel gratings with
galvanized mild steel angle seating at 6m center to center to all internal open drains. Heavy duty
gratings to be used as indicated on the drawings.
Break into sides of existing drains to connect surface water drain to existing and make good.
Supply and drive bakau piles for concrete covered drains and surface water channels including
bringing piling rig into site, moving rig around site and removing from site on completion.
14. DRAINS, SUMPS AND GRATINGS

Construct drains, approved concrete standard box sumps and galvanised mild steel heavy duty
hinged gratings with galvanized mild steel angle support and along Driveway, etc. and outfall
drains leading off from building of sizes as indicated or as directed by the SO on site.
15. CONCRETE SUMPS AND GULLEY SUMPS

Construct concrete sumps and gulley sumps including hot-dip galvanised mild steel grating and
angle seating with galvanized mild steel angle support and purpose made galvanised wire mesh
basket to sump.
Supply and drive where necessary 150 x 150mm tanalised bakau timber piles including piling
rig, mild steel connector and cutting off piles to receive concrete.
16. CULVERTS
Construct reinforced concrete box culverts and suspended culverts over existing drains as
indicated on the SO's drawings on concrete (1:2:4) bed with minimum 100mm thick similar
concrete casing all round under Driveways, etc. including heavy-duty hot-dipped galvanised
steel hinged vehicular grating and frame, breaking up of existing drain, temporary stop off and
divert flow off existing drain and reinstate and make good all works disturbed on completion.
Supply and drive 150 x 150mm tanalised timber piles including piling rig, mild steel connector
and cutting of piles to receive concrete.
17. EXISTING CULVERTS

Maintain existing reinforced concrete box culverts and suspended culverts over existing drains as
indicated on the SO's drawings. Make good all damaged works to existing to SO's satisfaction.
18. WASHED GRANOLITHIC PAVING

The washed granolithic paving is to comply with BS 1201 and shall be composed of one
part Portland Cement to 2 parts of 10mm cleaned washed granite chippings (no dust) and
part of clean, sharp, washed sand. The paving to be damp cured by covering with wet
sand or sawdust for at least seven (7) days after laying.
Provide and lay washed granolithic paving with exposed aggregate finish of the required
thickness to pavements and aprons as indicated on the SO's drawings.
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19. GEOTEXTILE MEMBRANE

Geotextile membrane to the approval of the SO shall be installed and laid with well lapped
joints all in accordance with the manufacturer's printed instructions.
Generally the various areas of use are as follows:-
Roads, Driveway, Fire Path and Pits with concrete interlocking blocks
Sub-Soil Pipes
20. SUB-SOIL PIPES & DRAINAGE

Sub-soil pipes for land drainage shall be proprietory perforated uPVC coil pipes of 160mm
diameter laid in accordance with the manufacturer's printed instructions.
Proprietory Sub-Soil drainage coil pipes shall be obtained from the Contractors Specialist
Supplier to be selected and approved by the SO.
Connectors, end caps, reducers, junctions, adaptors shall be provided and installed in system.
Unit rates shall include for pipes with large or small perforations to be selected and approved
by the SO with 146.5mm inside diameter in lengths of 50.00 metres and weighing 40.46 kg for
normal perforations and 40.42 kg for large perforations.
21. WHITE / YELLOW ROAD LINES AND PAINTING

Refer to the Painting Specifications for Road White / Yellow Lines and Painting Directions.
22. FIRE ENGINE ACCESS & BUS BAYS
As indicated on the drawings and unless otherwise stated driveway for the fire engine access and
bus bays shall be constructed of 200mm thick sub-base material, 200mm graded aggregate base
course (lay in two layers of 100mm each of nominal size 50mm), 50mm compacted sand and
minimum 100mm thick selected interlocking pavers of minimum compressive strength 49
N/mm2.
For areas indicating fire engine access and hardstanding area with turfed-over hollow grass
pavers in the drawings, the Contractor shall provide porous, hollow grass pavers with rigid rings
structure and flexible grids. The hollow grass pavers shall adapt to the contours of the terrain.
The type use shall be those approved by the Fire Safety Bureau.
Specification of Grass Paver:-
Unit size : 20 x 20 1 (.5m x .5m x 2.5m cm) or

40 x 40 x 1 (one meter)
Unit weight : 18 oz. (510 grams) or 4.5 lbs. (2.0 kg)
Manufacturing : Injection molded
Strength : 5720 psi (400 kg/cm2) filled with sand (stronger than concrete when
installed over properly prepared base course)
Colour : Black
Resin : 100% post-consumer recycled HDPE/LDPE
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FIRE ENGINE ACCESS & BUS BAYS (CONTD)
General
The Contractor shall: -

Prior to installation, ensure that the area where Grass Paver is to be installed has been levelled.
Ground stabilisation shall be provided to support projected loads by laying a sandy
gravel road base or crusher run.
A layer of blinding sand shall be laid before laying the Grass Pavers.
A layer of sand soil mix for turf establishment to cover the Grass Paver cells shall be spread.
The Contractor shall lay prig or rolled turf above the Grass Paver and apply soil wetting
and water retention agents and fertilisers.
Subgrade Preparation
The Contractor shall:-

If necessary, excavate and level the area where Grass Paver is to be installed. The depth
will depend upon the amount of compacted sandy gravel road base to be applied to meet
design load specifications.
If base preparation is not necessary, the Contractor shall ensure that the area is level
or graded to fall for drainage purposes.
Compact the excavated or levelled areas using a mechanical plate compactor or light
compaction roller.
Ensure that the excavated or levelled areas are free from rock and debris. Check to
ensure that the area is adequately compacted.
Sub-surface drainage and irrigation systems and utility lines should be installed in the
subgrade. Disturbed areas should be lightly compacted after installation.
In situations where the subgrade is installed over an impermeable structure e.g. roof
garden, a sub-surface drainage system shall be installed.
Base Course Preparation

Provide and install a sandy gravel or granite aggregate road base to base construction
specifications and compact with an approved compaction equipment.
The following is a guide to provide adequate support for projected weight bearing loads.
Pedestrians: 75 to 100 mm, light vehicles: 100 to 150 mm and trucks/heavy vehicles 200
to 300 mm.
Where a sandy gravel road base is used, apply a 10 mm layer of blinding sand. Where
crusher run is used, spread a layer of quarry dust to fill the void spaces and then lay a
needle-punched geofabric over the compacted base. Thereafter spread a 10 mm layer of
blinding sand over the geofabric.
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Grass Paver Installation

Place connected Grass Paver units on the blinded sand ensuring that the open cell
structure is facing upwards. Take care to ensure that the sections are properly
interlocked.
Sections can be easily shaped with pruning shears and units placed on steep curves or
slopes should be secured by staking.
The top of the Grass Paver cell should be-25-30 mm below the surface of adjacent
sections.
Fill and cover the cells with a sandy soil mix recommended for turf establishment.
Ensure that a relatively open well-drained mix is used as heavy loam can adversely
affect turf establishment
Wetting and/or water retention agents and fertilisers shall be applied at this stage.
Alternatively they may be incorporated into the sandy soil mix.
Spread the sandy soil mixture laterally using inverted rakes or square faced shovels.
Level off the surface evenly with a stiff broom and lightly compact the area using water
sprayed evenly across the surface.
The tops of the Grass Paver cells must be just covered with the sandy soil mix if the
area is to be turfed, and by 15 mm if the area is to be hydroseeded.
Ensure that vehicles are not driven over newly installed Grass Paver surfaces.
Turf Establishment
The Contractor shall: -

Lay sprigs or rolled turf onto the sandy soil layer. Turf strips should be well joined
and kept moist, especially during hot dry periods over the summer months.
Turfed areas should be protected from traffic except for emergency vehicles until the
root system becomes anchored to the subgrade below the interconnected Grass Paver
cells. The time required, depending upon growing conditions, will generally be 4 to 8
weeks.
Hydroseeding

Apply grass seed and mulch over the Grass Pavior sandy soil filled cells using proper
hydroseeding equipment. Poorly germinated areas should be re-seeded immediately.
The seeded area should be watered frequently and kept moist for at least 2 months.
Seeded areas need to be protected from traffic, other than emergency vehicles, for a
period of 6 to 8 weeks, or until the grass can tolerate traffic.
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Ongoing maintenance

Regular water regimes and correct fertiliser applications are essential. Watering
hydroseeded and turfed areas 2 to 3 times per day is recommended for the first 2 to 3
weeks. Watering cycles should be increased if hot dry windy conditions are being
experienced, especially during hot and dry months.
The subgrade material shall have a minimum soaked CBR of 5%, be compacted to min 95% of
dry density obtainable using the modified A.A.S.H.T.O. Compaction Test (heavy Hammer),
200mm thick sub-base to CBR 30% will be necessary if the subgrade material cannot achieve the
required density.
Construct bus bays including 100mm thick of graded stone (nominal size 50mm), 50mm
compacted sand and 200mm thick concrete (Grade 30) with 2 layers of BRC A7.
Construct 100 x 210mm high in-situ concrete (Grade 30) restraining kerb including excavation
and foundation, where necessary.
Prepare and apply two coats of non-reflective thermoplastic white paint in 150mm wide unbroken
lines, directional arrowheads signs, etc. on driveways.
Prepare and apply two coats of non-reflective thermoplastic white paint in 100mm wide unbroken
lines to bus bays.
23. CARPARKS
Construct carparks including all necessary earthworks, trimming, levelling and grading,
compacting, a 200mm thick sub-base material, a 200mm thick bed of graded stone base course as
before described, a 50mm thick sand and approved sub-soil drainage of 100% post-consume
recycled plastic of HDPE / LDPE, and precast concrete (Grade 25) aeration slab laid on sand bed
and filling all voids with approved topsoil and turfing.
Supply and lay precast concrete flush kerb between carparks including all necessary excavation
and concrete foundation.
Prepare and apply two coats of non-reflective thermoplastic white paint in parking lots lines,
numerals and letterings, etc. on carparks.
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24. PRECAST CONCRETE INTERLOCKING BLOCK PAVING
Materials
Interlocking block paving shall be shaped, non-chamfered, concrete blocks 100mm thick
supplied by approved Suppliers.
Samples shall be submitted for approval before ordering from Supplier. A sample area, which will
form part of the permanent pavings, shall be carried out in advance to establish the standard
required and the method of finishing at perimeters and around inspection covers, etc.
The subgrade should be adequately drained and protected against inundation, well compacted
and stabilised to achieve the required bearing capacity.
The preparation of the sub-base should be compatible with the performance requirement of the
paving. The sub-base course shall be compacted, trimmed and graded to within plus or minus
10mm of designed level and profiles.
The laying course shall consist of a carefully screeded sand about 50mm thick between the
surface course and sub-base.
Edge restraint is essential to prevent the block from moving sideways and becoming loose. It is
normally provided by standard kerbs or side of drains.
The length and width of all blocks from the sample shall be within 2mm of the nominal specified
dimension, while the thickness tolerance of all blocks shall be 3mm.
Technical Data
Perforated
Concrete Slab Concrete Block
Dimension : 450 x 450 x 100mm 225 x 112.5 x 100mm
Nature of System : Fully Interlocking System Fully Interlocking System
Number Per Sq M : 4.94 Pieces 39.5 Pieces
Compressive Strength : 49 N/mm2 49 N/mm2
Water Absorption : 5% 5%
Perforation Area : 35% -
Colour : To be selected by SO To be selected by SO
A total of 12 pieces of the selected colour range shall be submitted for approval.
The formation (subgrade) and sub-base shall not deviate from the true level by more than 20mm.
The finished wearing surface level shall not deviate vertically at any point from the true
pavement surface by more than 10mm.
The level of any two adjacent blocks shall not differ by more than 2mm.
The requirements for gradients and cross falls shall be as for other road construction materials.
Edge restraint is deemed to include kerbs of cast in-situ concrete or precast concrete. Where an
alternative form of edge restraint is proposed, the SOs approval shall be obtained in writing.
The clear distance between edge restraint should be as accurate as possible to prevent or reduce cutting.
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PRECAST CONCRETE INTERLOCKING BLOCK PAVING (CONTD.)
Workmanship
The laying course shall consist of graded sharp sand containing not more than 3 percent of silt
and clay by weight and with not more than 10 percent retained on a 5mm sieve. It should be
loosely laid and should not be too moist so that the fine sand could enter the joint easily.
The sand shall be struck off to such a level that, when blocks have been vibrated, the upper face
of the blocks shall be true to the finish level as stipulated. Before the blocks are laid, the laying
course shall not be subjected to any form of trafficking including pedestrian traffic, before,
after or during screeding.
Vibration of the block shall be completed as soon as possible to ensure that the sand surcharge
is correct and, if not, alterations made.
Interlocking concrete paving blocks should be installed whereby the long axis of the blocks
shall be as such as possible approximately 90 degrees to the centreline of the road.
The blocklayer must work from the surface he has just laid and is continually supplied with
blocks brought to him over those already in place. This means that the paving will progress into
the site, unlike other road construction and concreting methods.
Blocks shall be placed firmly together without disturbance to the laying course and the order of
placing the block shall ensure this.
At edges or obstructions such as along the kerb and gulley gratings or manholes, special edge
or end blocks must be used and only when really needed standard blocks shall be cut to fit.
Where it is really not possible to cut blocks to fit neatly to an obstruction, the obstruction shall
be surrounded with concrete in advance or paving and the blocks cut to fit at the edge of the
concrete cast in-situ.
The surface course shall be subject to passes of a vibrating place compactor as the work
proceeds. Performance of vibrators to be as follows:-
- Blocks up to 80mm thick : Plate area 0.20 - 0.40m2 centrifugal force 7 - 16 KN,
frequency 75 - 100 Hz.
- Blocks over 80mm thick : Place area 0.35 - 0.50m2 centrifugal force 16 - 20 KN,
frequency 75 - 100 Hz.
- Brick blocks : Vibrator plate to be rubber faced.
Sufficient passes shall be made to compact the laying course and produce an even surface to the
satisfaction of the SO.
Vibration shall not be carried out within one metre of an unrestrained edge.
After initial vibrating fine sand shall be brushed into joints and further passes of the vibrating
plate compactor made to fill the joints, more sand being spread over the surface if required.
Small gaps left at the edges of the block paving, including against obstruction with a paved
area, shall be filled to the full depth of the paving blocks with a dry sand cement mortar not
leaner than 3:1, compacted in.
The Contractor shall allow for the cost of forming the special pattern at the centre of the parade square.
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PRECAST CONCRETE INTERLOCKING BLOCK PAVING (CONTD.)
Protection
Provide general protection as specified. Protect from any contamination or traffic that could
damage the paving. Lay temporary covers where necessary.
25. FOOTPATH AND WALKWAY

Construct footpath and walkway including earthworks, 150mm thick hardcore, 50mm thick
lean concrete and cement finish laid on reinforced concrete slab unless otherwise shown on the
drawings.
Supply and lay 100 x 230mm high in-situ concrete (Grade 30) kerb including excavation and
foundation.
26. CONDUIT DRAIN

Supply and lay concrete spun pipe and fittings to SS 183 butt jointed and laid in trench including
concrete bed and haunching to half height of pipe and lean concrete under bed. The conduit drain
shall be sized according to the drainage requirement and the minimum diameter shall be 300mm.
Supply and drive where necessary 150mm x 150mm tanalised timber piles for the concrete spun pipe
including bringing piling rig into site, moving rig around site and removing from site on completion.
27. CONCRETE APRON

Construct reinforced concrete apron including reinforcement, finishes, etc. all to be suspended
from the ground beams.
28. ROAD SIGNS

Supply and install NO ENTRY and STOP road signs including galvanised post and
concrete foundation.
29. CHAIN LINK FENCE AND GATES

Provide and erect new PVC coated chain link fence and 2 nos. new lockable steel for Public Access at
existing fence location.
Provide and erect chain link fence to other areas as indicated on the drawings.
Construct chain link fence 1800mm high consisting of 65mm No. 8 SWG PVC coated
galvanised mesh, galvanised steel angle, tubular posts set in concrete (Grade 30) bases and
enamel painting to posts.
Construct chain link fence 4600mm high consisting of 63mm No. 8 SWG PVC coated galvanised
mesh, one line of No. 8 SWG galvanised wire at bottom of fence, top and mid-rails, galvanised
steel tubular posts set in concrete (Grade 30) bases and enamel painting to posts.
Construct 250mm high x 150mm wide concrete (Grade 30) kerbs to base of high fencing
including all excavation and formwork.
Supply and fix galvanised mild steel gates and posts including barrel bolt with hasp and staple,
padlock, purpose made mild steel machined pivot hinges and mild steel drop bolt.
The Contractor shall provide new high security pad locks to all gates complete with 3 sets keys.
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30. FABRIC WELDED FENCE as indicated on the drawings

Provide and install 50 x 50mm or 50 x 150mm double rolled welded fabric galvanised mild
steel mesh fence with galvanized mild steel framed hollow section all in pigmented organic
coated finish comprising (5mm diameter wires) fixed on and including FPO-H24 galvanised
fence post in pigmented organic coated finish complete with U-clips, postcaps, bolts, nuts,
intermediate supports and concrete foundation.
The Contractor shall provide new high security pad locks to all gates complete with 3 sets keys.
31. CONDUIT AND MANHOLES FOR TELECOM

Supply and install UPVC pipe and fittings in trench to BS 3506 Class C including 14 SWG
galvanised iron drawing-off wire.
Construct standard Telecom manholes complete with cast iron medium duty cover and frame,
cover to be purchased from Telecom and sealed with grease.
32. CONDUIT AND MANHOLES FOR POWERGRID

Construct standard PowerGrid manholes complete with 100mm thick precast reinforced concrete
slab with lifting rings.
Supply and install 150mm diameter heavy duty UPVC pipes and fittings in trench to BS 3506
Class C including 14 SWG galvanised iron drawing off wire.
33. CONDUIT FOR ELECTRICAL RISERS

Supply and install UPVC pipe and fittings in trench to BS 3506 Class C including 14 SWG
galvanised iron drawing-off wire.
34. CULVERTS
Construct culverts to all access over drains including heavy duty hot-dip galvanised steel hinged
vehicular grating and frame, breaking up of existing drain, temporary stop off and divert flow of
existing drain and reinstate and make good all works disturbed on completion.
Supply and drive 150mm x 150mm tanalised timber piles including piling rig, mild steel
connector and cutting off piles to receive concrete.
35. TURFING
Notwithstanding that the turfed areas shall be maintained for a period of 6 months, the Contractor
shall take note that all turfed areas shall be maintained (grass cutting, weeding, etc) to the required
frequency and standards all as specified herein until FINAL HANDOVER TO THE
MAINTENANCE AGENT TO BE WITNESSED BY MOE, CCA.
The Contractor shall deem to have taken note of the above provisions and included it in his tender
sum accordingly.
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36. STAMPED CONCRETE PATTERN PAVING (Where Applicable)

Where applicable and as shown on the drawings, supply and install stamped concrete pattern
paving, able to withstand fire-engine access. The patterns colours are to be submitted for SOs
selection.
The concrete shall be between 75mm to 100mm thick and is cast evenly onto the prepared surface
with one layer of BRC mesh. After sufficient trowelling and hydration time, and using the dry-
shake method, colour shake/hardener is evenly spread out onto the freshly laid concrete. The
surface is once again trowelled and bull-floated to ensure colour evenness on the concrete surface.
While the concrete is still in the plastic stage of set, release agent is evenly applied on the surface.
The application of the release agent is for added colour enhancement; giving a dual tone colour
texture on the completed job and to facilitate the pattern printing process which is achieved by the
use of stamped concrete pattern moulds. When the imprinted concrete surface is firmed, it is
thoroughly washed and finally sealed with a concrete sealant to further enhance and protect the
imprinted surface.
Colour Shake/Hardener
The colour shake/hardener shall be formulated using appropriate amount of colour pigments, fine
grade silica sand (hardener component) and cement. The colour pigments in or formulation are
manufactured in Germany and are UV resistance. To ensure sufficient colour strength and
uniformity, approximately 2.5 3.0 kgs of colours are used for each square metre of work depending
on concrete condition.
Concrete Sealer
Sealer is on acrylic type. It is clear and is non-yellowing. To ensure sufficient protection on
imprinted concrete surface, 2 applications are required.
Crack Control Joints

Crack control joints shall be inserted into concrete at intervals of between 4-6 metres apart. Width of
joints at concrete surface is approximately 4mm. Depth of which joint is inserted is approximately
24mm.
37. HANDICAPPED ACCESS AT DRAIN GRATINGS

Supply and install 3mm thick stainless steel chequered plate across hot-dipped galvanised steel
gratings for handicapped wheel chair access to all external areas that need access across apron
drain gratings and to all ramp access that runs across apron drain gratings.
38. HANDICAPPED SCUPPER DRAIN GRATINGS

Supply and install stainless steel closely spaced gratings, to BCAs approval, to all scupper drains
running across corridors for handicapped wheel chair access.
39. LONG AND TRIPLE JUMP (IF APPLICABLE)

Construct long and triple jump as shown in the Drawings, with drainage sump underneath the
sand pit, to be connected to the nearest drain. The material shall be fine silica sand for sports use.
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40. PROPRIETORY COLOURCOAT ACRYLIC COATING SYSTEM (Where Applicable)

To supply and install anti-abrasive anti-dust acrylic based and cementitious aggregate mix
flooring system, suitable for outdoor application and use, to be applied to the outdoor basketball
court, volleyball court, and net ball court. The approved Acrylic system should consist of 2 to 3
mm in thickness, to level uneven substrate promoting economical in its application.
The approved Acrylic Floor system should have the following features:
a) Excellent weather resistance.
b) Waterproof.
c) Suitable for outdoor application.
d) High tenacity film, high adhesion and durability.
e) High elasticity and tensile strength.
f) Able to correct crack leakage in concrete substrate.
g) Good vapour permeability.
h) Effectively in preventing blistering because of moisture emission.
i) Can be reinforced with fibreglass to prevent leakage from bridge crack.
j) Good petroleum-resistance.
k) Requires only 2 to 3 mm thick.
l) Fast application.
m) Short curing time.
n) Environmentally friendly water-based system.
o) Odorless, non-flammable.
p) Easy maintenance by re-coating.
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PROPRIETORY COLOURCOAT ACRYLIC COATING SYSTEM (CONTD.)
Substrate Preparation
The Acrylic Floor system shall comprise the following components:
Finishing Coat Coloured top coat elastic acrylic water based resin
Anti-skid Coat acrylic anti-skid acrylic water based resin
Body Coat special elastic acrylic water based resin
Primer Coat high penetrating, adhesive water based acrylic resin
Aggregate mix- factory prepacked cement and silica sand.
The above components should be used and mixed according to the method statement below;
Concrete should have physical strength of 3000 PSI and above. Surface should be dust-free,
aged for 23 days and above. Concrete surface should be moderately smooth. Keep surface free
from grease or other substances to ensure good adhesion.
If the substrate is too porous, mix Body Coat resin to Aggregate Mix in the ratio 1:1. Stir
continuously until the mixture is completely dispersed. Use a sponge to fill in the porous
surface and allow 24 hours for complete drying.
If the substrates surface is uneven, mix Body Coat resin with Aggregate Mix in the ratio 1:1.5
for levelling.
If there are cracks, combine with fibreglass for bridge reinforcement.
Apply directly if the substrate is neither porous, uneven nor cracked.
Application method
Mix Primer Coat with water in the ratio of 1:1 and apply 2 coats with a minimum interval of 3
~ 4 hours in between coatings. Let it dry overnight.
Mix 18kg of Body Coat with 18kg of cement and add some water and stir continuously until all the
particles are dispersed. Apply as thin as possible to seal off any porous areas. Let it dry overnight.
Mix Body Coat with Aggregate Mix in the ratio of 1:1 and stir continuously until all the particles are
dispersed. Use a jagged squeeze, depending on the actual thickness required. Use a spider roller to
de-foam and allow a minimum curing time of 7 ~ 10 days before the next coating.
To spray on 2 coats of Anti-Skid Coat (anti-abrasive and anti-slippage body coat) with a
minimum interval of 3 ~ 4 hours in between coatings.
To spray on 1 coat of Finishing Coat (anti-abrasive and anti-slippage topcoat coat). Let it dry
overnight. Full cure : 5 days.
Apply games court lines as indicated in drawings. Ready for use once the lines are dried.
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PROPRIETORY COLOURCOAT ACRYLIC COATING SYSTEM (CONTD.)
Shelf Life
1 year in unopened containers, stored under cool dry condition.
Technical Information
Performance Test Method Result

Abrasion resistance ASTM D-4060 CS- < 0.56g
17/1000 g loading
Adhesion JIS-A-6909 > 10 kgf/cm2
Water permeability JIS-A-6909 < 1 cm
Resistance against repeated JIS-A-6909 No peeling, cracking,
warming and cooling action swelling
Hardness Shore A 70 85
Elongation CNS-A-6986 > 30%
Bending test 10 m/m JIS-A-5707 Pass
Petroleum resistance JIS-A-5707 30 days Not dissolved
immersion in petroleum
Water resistance JIS-A-5707 30 days Not dissolved
immersion in water
Weathering resistance QUV 500 hours No degradation &
colour change
41. TREE PROTECTION
General Site Clearance

Before site clearance Contractor are to ensure that all trees shown to be retained in the contract
drawing still exist and are in good condition. Photographs of the condition of each tree must be
taken and submitted for record and reference.
Care and Responsibility

The Contractor shall take extra care to ensure no tree is fallen, damaged or branches pruned or
roots cut without the approval of Nparks and SO in the site because this area is under tree
conservation area. Contractor shall be responsible to maintain the health of the existing trees
especially trees demarcated for protection failing which he shall be held responsible to explain
and pay for any penalties imposed by the Authority if the existing trees are found in damaged
condition, missing or dead during the construction period or during the CSC inspection.
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TREE PROTECTION (CONTD.)
General Tree Protection
Trees marked for retention within the contract boundary are shown on the Contract
Development plan and must be protected at all times during the entire construction period.
A temporary hoarding of minimum 3m x 3m radius for individual tree must be constructed

around tree. Material used may be timber or lightweight metal structures such as Aluminum.
For a large grouping of existing trees, a continuous temporary hoarding surrounding the entire
group of trees will be constructed.
Trees earmarked for conservation is to be properly protected during the entire construction
period i.e. put up bright orange polyethylene fencing around the protected root zone
No dumping of excavated material and storage of building material or equipment are allowed
within the 3m radius stipulated on the plan or from the existing tree trunk.
All building debris and chemical wastes to be hauled away from the trees/other plants and they
should not be burned or buried on the site.
No major roots and tree branches more than 100mm diameter is to be cut without prior
approval from NParks.
Loamy topsoil is to be filled immediately around the tree base after the nearest proposed
structure is built e.g. retaining walls.
Tree trunk of those trees earmarked for conservation is to be properly protected during the
construction of the proposed development.
Watering and fertilizing must be provided during the entire construction period including
spraying of appropriate chemicals to treat existing trees, which may be attacked by insects.
To prevent soil compaction and damage to exposed roots around the existing tree trunk, Root
system bridges may be installed.
You may wish to install root system bridges to prevent soil compaction or damage to exposed
roots around the existing trees.
No temporary structure within the protected root zone is allowed.
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TREE PROTECTION (CONTD.)
Guideline for Tree Protection Zone

Girth (circumference of tree trunk taken at 500mm ht. above ground level)
GIRTH MINIMUM PROTECTION ZONE
1) Less than 1M 2M radius or 4M diameter protection.
2) More than 1M 3M radius or 6M diameter protection.
(less than 1.5M)
3) More than 1.5M 4M radius or 8M diameter protection.
(less than 2M)
More than 2M 5M radius or 10M diameter protection.
EXAMPLE OF TREE PROTECTION TO EXISTING TREE
42. SAMPLES
Provide samples at Contractor's own cost as required for SO's selection and approval and
demolish or remove when not required.
43. SHOP DRAWINGS

For all work in relation to External Works, the Contractor shall submit shop fabrication
drawings for approval before commencement of any work/ fabrication.
Such shop drawings must be clearly annotated and drawn to facilitate checking including
design calculations.

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1. SAFETY MEASURES
The Contractor shall co-ordinate closely with the SO and make all necessary arrangements pertaining to
safety measures at his own expense to erect temporary protection screens, hoardings, warning lights, signs,
etc, in conspicuous positions and to operate them as may be required.
2. PLANT SAMPLES AND MOCK-UPS
Before commencement of any Works, the Contractor shall submit all plant samples and constraint
mock-ups for the SOs approval.
The plant samples and mock-ups that are approved shall indicate the minimum standard that the
Contractor would have to achieve in the execution of works.
The SO may reject any mock-up or sample which; in his/her opinion is not up to the approved
standard. In the case of rejection, the Contractor shall undertake all necessary rectification works or
resubmit samples to achieve the quality and workmanship as specified. No claim by the Contractor
arising therefrom shall be entertained.
3. NURSERY SITE
The Contractor shall provide and maintain a nursery site with a minimum area of 2.0 hectares, at his
own cost, located within Singapore main island for the purpose of storing and nursing of the plants
specified in this Contract for the entire duration of this contract.
The Contractor shall take all necessary precautions for the safe transporting of plant materials to the
proposed work site.
4. PLANT PROTECTION
All plant materials are to be carefully protected and if necessary wrapped in the nursery during
lifting, awaiting transportation, during transportation, and unloading and during storage on site. Any
evidence of unsatisfactory protection to the roots, stems, branches and leaves shall be rejected by
SO.
Unprotected plants are not to be transported during very hot weather and all plants must be kept
moist during transportation and storage. No plant material shall be left on site unplanted for more
than two days.
5. WORK BY MACHINE OR HAND
All operations herein described shall be carried out by suitable machine or by hand. Any work
around the base of existing trees, in confined spaces or which is impractical to carry out by machine
for any reason shall be executed by hand. All costs incurred shall be borne by the Contractor.
Heavy machinery, which would excessively consolidate the subsoil, where planting shall occur,
shall not be used during any operations nor shall any heavy machinery be taken over areas that are
prepared for planting or turfing.
The Contractor shall propose and seek permission from the SO for a fixed route at site for his heavy
machinery to travel.
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6. NOTICE OF INTENTIONS
The contractor shall give 48 hours in written notice the intention to commence any of the following
operations:
a) Setting out
b) Planting
c) Topsoiling
d) Turfing
e) Fertilising
f) Maintenance visits
7. PLANT SUBSTITUTIONS
If the Contractor is unable to supply a particular species of plant, he shall notify the SO in advance
of his intention to submit an alternative. No substitution shall be allowed without the approval of
the SO.
Notice of the proposed substitutions shall be given sufficiently in advance of installation to ensure
that the substituted material conforms to the specifications in the Contract. Substitutions requested by
the Contractor after work has commenced on site shall not be entertained.
8. TOOLS & EQUIPMENT
The Contractor shall use suitable tools and equipment for carrying out the works and to ensure that
all labour employed on the site is fully and properly equipped at all times.
9. SPECIAL GUARANTEE
All plant materials furnished under this section shall be guaranteed for a period of 12 months from
the completion as to the species, hybrid, and flower colour and/or variety specified herein or in the
drawings. If after acceptance of the project by the SO any guaranteed plant material proves to be of
a different species hybrid, flower colour and/or variety not initially determinable, the Contractor
shall replace that plant with a new plant of the originally specified species, hybrid, flower colour
and/or variety.
10. SITE PREPARATION
The Contractor shall set out the works in accordance with the Drawings or as instructed by the SO
and seek SOs approval prior to the commencement of the Works.
The Contractor shall peg location of the proposed landscaping works specified in the drawings for
the SOs approval prior to commencement of the Works.
The Contractor shall notify the SO of any discrepancy at the work site between that shown on the
Drawings and actual area on the ground prior to commencement of the Works; and shall make all
necessary adjustments as instructed by the SO.
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11. EARTHWORKS AND GRADING
Earthworks
Earthworks shall involve excavation for planting holes and bed; including fine grading of earth
banks and landscaped areas. The Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring that planting holes
and beds are kept free of water.
The Contractor shall stop the works if, in the opinion of the SO that the weather condition is such as
to prevent the satisfactory completion of any operation or causes necessary nuisance or disturbance
to any parties. He shall only recommence the works until the SO considers the weather condition
satisfactory for re-commencement.
Excavation shall be carried out to the widths and depths shown or implied on the drawings, or to
such a lesser or greater depths as directed by the SO.
During excavation, it is required that the Contractor take all prudent steps or precautions to
determine the nature or type of material below ground in order to protect all workmen, plants and
equipment on the site.
Where soft or wet ground is encountered, prior to preparation the subgrade, and the ground cannot
be satisfactorily compacted, the Contractor shall submit a written request for this to be inspected.
The area is to be dug out and replaced with a suitable material and evaluated by the SO.
Should the Contractor excavate beyond or below the designated lines and/or levels, he shall, at his
own expense remove all loose excavated material and replace the soil excavated in error and
compact properly.
If, in the opinion of the SO, the base of any excavated or any material to be excavated become
unsuitable due to the Contractors operation, the Contractor shall at his own expense, carry out any
necessary excavation and make up in a similar manner to the above.
A complete sub-graded formation on which there is standing water, soft spots or slurry shall be
deemed to be unstable and shall be rectified at the Contractors expense.
Surplus material resulting from the excavations for path formation or drainage trenches shall be
taken off site at Contractors own expense unless otherwise directed by SO.
Grading Works
Grading works shall involve the forming of earth mounds from imported materials where specified
or from the soil generated by the excavations. The soil shall be graded using suitable machinery to
the contoured earth forms indicated on the drawings. Soil when in a dry enough state for easy
working, shall be distributed to the correct areas and laid in layers not exceeding 200mm thick and
compacted to the satisfaction of the SO.
Earth slopes shall be formed from the compacted mounds to the gradients and levels shown on the
drawings, accounting for the topsoil depths to be included after subsoil formation is completed.
Importation of additional fill to make up the required level shall only be carried out with the written
permission of the SO.
Earthwork levels are to be carried out to the contours shown on the drawings to a maximum gradient
of 1:2.5. The shaping will follow the contours shown on the plans in general terms or as directed by
the SO on site.
The Contractor shall be responsible for the protection of the completed soil mounds and shall
replace any portion of the earthworks areas which erodes, slumps, silts or is otherwise damaged by
the outwashing of soils.
Fine grading shall be carried out using small sized earth moving equipment or by hand, and shall
involve final modelling of the earth contours produced by the major grading exercise.
Application of topsoil mixes and planting shall not take place until the fine grading is completed.
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12. MATERIALS & PREPARATION
Soils & Ameliorants
Subsoil
Subsoil shall be free draining soil, free from all impurities including but not limited to chemicals,
oils, cement, unworkable clays and stones exceeding 50mm in diameter. Subsoil areas to be
backfilled with topsoil shall be inspected by SO prior to placement of topsoil.
Topsoil Mixes
Topsoil shall be free draining organic soil obtained from the depths less than 300m below the
original surface, of a workable crumbly and lump free loamy character and shall contain no grass or
weed growth of any kind, other foreign material or stones exceeding 25mm in diameter. A 1 litre
sample shall be submitted to and approved by the SO with agronomy soil test data prior to
installation or mixing.
Topsoil specification pH : 5.5 - 7.8

Electrical conductivity : 1:2.5(W/v)
Soil-water extract not exceeding 1500 micrOhm/cm
(1500 MicroSeimens / cm)
Soil texture : Sand (0.05-2.00mm) Max 750% Min 20%
Silt (0.002-0.0-5mm) Max 60% Min 5%
Clay (<0.002mm) Max 30% Min 5%
Soil Conditioner
Soil conditioner shall be approved peatmoss, dried treated sludge, organic compost or friable
growing medium for plants. It shall be resistant to rapid decay, free from soluble salts below
900ppm, pH 6-7, free from large lumps or debris. Coco-peat shall not be accepted. A 1 litre sample
shall be submitted to be approved by the SO with back up test data prior to installation.
Sand
Sand shall be clean, coarse angular, well graded material, free from soluble salts. Particles shall
range in size so that 80-100% passes the 1mm sieve and 0-50% passes the 250 micron sieve.
Organic compost
Organic compost shall be approved organic vegetable compost produced by a thorough horticultural
or industrial composting process.
Compost shal have a clean undecomposed smell and free from any rotting substances, debris, refuse,
clay or visible fungus. A sample and test data shall be submitted for approval before use. All
compost is to be sterilised before being packed and transported. Any odourous materials used on
site shall be rejected. Any vermin resulting from the use of organic compost shall have to be
controlled by the Contractor within 12 hours of any infestation.
Lightweight aggregate
Lightweight aggregate shall be an approved law-density inert material such as expanded shale, clay,
charcoal, granules or vermiculite and free from dust and debris, pH 6 - 6:5 and free from soluble
salts. A 2 litre sample shall be submitted to and approved by the SO prior to installation.
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MATERIALS & PREPARATION (CONTD.)
Soil Mixes
General
The following soil mixes are to be used. Minor changes to the proportions shown for particular
species may be required.
Soil Mix A - Turf, Groundcovers and Shrubs

Each tree for planting should be at least 1 metre cube in size and should be backfilled with 3 parts of
topsoil and 1 part of sludge planting mixture. Each tree base is to be protected with a tree collar
protector made of PVC (200mm long x 100mm diameter x 2mm thick) with a slit cut longitudinally.
Soil Mix A for use in ground level shrub and turf planting areas shall comprise the components listed
below which shall be mechanically cultivated to the correct proportions prior to placement on site.
Soil Mix A shall comprise :
a) Topsoil 50%
b) Sand 20%
c) Soil Conditioner 15%
d) Organic Compost 15%
Soil Mix B Trees

Soil Mix B for use in all tree pits in external areas only.
Soil Mix B shall comprise :
a) Topsoil 40%
b) Sand 30%
c) Conditioner 15%
d) Organic Compost 15%
Soil Samples
The Contractor shall arrange for a sample of each topsoil mix to be tested at an approved soil testing
laboratory. Soil analyst shall include the following:
a) pH
b) Nutrient values (N.P.K)
c) Soluble salt content (electrical conductivity)
d) Physical structure (sand, silt, clay & organic content as a %)
e) Toxic substances (heavy metal)
f) Recommendations for amelioration
The Contractor shall submit the topsoil analysis to the SO well in advance of the commencement
date for of topsoiling.
The Contractor shall allow in his rates for carrying out any ameliorating measures deemed necessary
by the topsoil analysis.
A 0.01 metre 3 sample of each of the topsoil mixes shall be submitted to the SO for the approval
before importation and use and shall be stored under cover until the works are completed. If the
Contractor intends to use more than one source for the supply of topsoil, he shall submit samples
and arrange for testing to be carried out for samples from each of the sources. The acceptance of the
samples does not mean that all topsoil or subsoil will be accepted if the quality falls substantially
below the standard of the original sample.
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Soil Preparation & Application of Soil Mixes

All areas to be topsoiled shall be cleared of rubbish, weeds, debris and all stones exceeding 25mm in
diameter. Any areas that are contaminated by petrol, oil or other toxic substances shall be excavated
to 300mm below the contamination or as directed by the SO. Such excavated material shall be
removed off site. The excavated areas shall be backfilled with approved imparted topsoil as
specified. These operations shall take place immediately before topsoiling commences.
All obstructions to cultivation or deleterious matter brought to surface shall be removed from the site
and any voids left by this operation shall be backfilled with approved imported materials as specified.
No topsoil or soil mixes shall be spread or planting be carried out until the subsoil operations have
been approved by the SO.
Topsoil or soil mixes shall be spread on the designated areas to the depths shown on the drawings or
as directed by the SO. The loose depths of the topsoil shall be sufficient to allow the area to confirm
to the levels as shown on the drawings after natural settlement has taken place. Soil mixes shall not
be compressed or rolled to achieve levels. Conversely, if levels drop below specified levels,
additional soil mix shall be added to achieve the designated levels.
Soil mixes shall be carefully spread in a moist condition, by machine or hand. The Contractor shall not
use very wet or dry soil mixes must not be used and heavy compaction of soil mixes is not allowed.
Soil mixes shall be spread to the following depths :
a) Turf areas 100mm
b) Groundcovers areas 300mm
c) Shrub areas 300mm
d) Sapling & large shrub pit plants 600 x 600 x 600mm pits
e) Trees 1000 x 1000 x 1000mm pits
f) Instant trees 1500 x 1500 x 1500mm pits
or unless directed otherwise by the SO or as shown on the drawings.
When, in the opinion of the SO, site conditions are unsuitable for working, soiling operations shall
cease and shall only be resumed when authorised by him or by the owner.
The Contractor shall be responsible for soil protection and shall take preventive measures to control
erosion and siltation of all areas and shall restore or replace any portion of the site which erodes silts
up or is otherwise damaged by outwashing of soil.
Fertilizers
Chemical fertilizers shall be approved granular and slow release compound fertilizers. They shall be
stored in waterproof sealed bags under shelter and kept away from water and direct sunlight.
Samples with analysis tags shall be submitted to and approved by the SO before use in the works.
Organic fertilizers shall be approved organic products such as organic liquid fertilizer, pellets or
granules manufactured primarily from organic materials. These products are to be from accredited
sources and technical data indicating sources of origin and manufacturing process must be submitted
and approved before use. Animal by products must be sterilised before being packed for transport
and odourous materials used on site shall be rejected.
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Mulches
Mulches shall be an approved friable-composted material such as oil palm husks, organic compost
or an approved mix. Coco-peat will not be allowed unless mixed in a proportion of 50-50 with
another mulching material free from soluble salts or toxic materials and resistant to rapid decay.
Mulches shall have pH of 5.5 - 7.0. Samples shall be submitted to the SO for approval before use.
Mulches shall be applied in a 50mm thick layer over the entire surface of shrub and groundcover
areas. Mulching shall be re-applied to planting areas as directed by the SO as and when necessary
after initial installation until the end of the maintenance period.
Initial mulching shall take place within two days of installation of planting.
13. PLANT MATERIALS & PLANTING OPERATIONS
General
The following plant descriptions cover the different categories of plant material to be used on the
site. These descriptions and their accompanying drawing requirements must be studied carefully
and adhered to. Plants that do not reach the specified dimensions or quality characteristics in this
section or in the sizes and description as set out in the Specification and Fixed Schedule of Rates
shall be rejected and will have to be replaced at the Contractors own cost.
Trees and large feature plants that are grown in open ground for transplanting shall be prepared at
least 2 months before moving, either to containers in the nursery or direct to the site. Preparation of
in-ground trees shall be by root pruning to an approved rootball size. If roots over 25mm are
encountered these are to be cleanly cut with large secateurs or a pruning saw. The trench shall be at
least 200mm diameter or of size directed by the SO and dug to the full specified depth of the
rootball. The tree is then allowed to settle for one month before final wrapping with protection and
lifting. The rootball is to be well watered during this period.
For trees that are to be containerised or rootwrapped, the lifting and placing in container; or wrapping is
to be done immediately after the root trenching operation is completed.
Plants to be transported or moved are to be thoroughly wrapped and protected prior to transporting.
Rootballs are to be wrapped and tied with gunny sack or hessian sacking if not containerised.
Exposed trunks are to be wrapped in rice straw including the lower parts of the branch system. The
upper branch system, especially if well furnished with leaves and twigs during transport is to be
completely wrapped in lightweight netting or cloth tied carefully to avoid damage to branches,
leaves and twigs. Trees are to be laid at an angle to prevent damage from overhead structures and
from buffeting and shall be covered by canvas as protection from wind. Damaged trees shall be
rejected on arrival at site.
All trees shall be either purchased and stored or grown in suitable nursery conditions within 3
months of award of the Contract, and shall be made ready for inspection by the SO. Nursery for pre-
growing these trees shall be situated within the Republic of Singapore. Failure to procure within
this time and to reveal the source of supply and location shall result in the SO sourcing the plant
materials for the Contractor, and such cost incurred shall be borne by the Contractor.
All trees specified for containerising or root wrapping after root pruning operations are to be well
furnished with leaves over the crown of the tree. Thinning of leaves to reduce transpiration to give a
50% cover is permissible providing due notification is given that thinning is required to ensure that
the trees can be inspected before work is done. Bare crowned trees shall be rejected.
Any trees which shed their leaves within 2 weeks of transplanting are to be replaced by the
Contractor at his expense.
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PLANT MATERIALS & PLANTING OPERATIONS (CONTD.)
Trees
Instant trees
Instant trees shall be approved semi-mature trees especially prepared in advance for transplanting.
Root pruning to cleanly cut roots to the diameter of the rootball shall be carried out 3 months in
advance of transplanting. Trees shall have a 300 - 500mm stem circumference measured 1.0m from
the ground and shall have a clear trunk of a minimum 1.8m. The head shall be well balanced and
contain at least four main branches 500 - 1000mm long giving an overall height of 3 - 4m after
pruning. All saw cuts to be clean and free from any ripping or splitting and shall be trimmed smooth
after cutting with a sharp knife. Rootball dimension: diameter 1000mm x 600mm deep minimum.
Extra heavy standard trees
Extra heavy standard shall be approved large size nursery grown trees pruned during growth to
produce a tight well rounded head and a straight stem clear of leaves or twigs. Trees shall have a
140 - 180mm stem circumference, measured 1.0m above ground level. Trees shall have a clear
straight stem of minimum 2.0m. The head shall be well balanced and rounded and contain at least
four main branches, and a well developed secondary branch system giving an overall height of 4.5 -
4.8m at the time of planting. Trees shall have a defined central leader. Pruning at the time of
removal from the nursery shall not be permitted. Rootball dimensions: diameter 750mm x 600mm
deep minimum. Branching/leaf spread shall be 2.2 - 2.4m diameter.
Standard Trees
Standard trees shall be approved medium size nursery grown trees pruned during growth to produce
a tight well rounded head, and a straight stem clear of leaves or twigs. Trees shall have a 100 -
120mm stem circumference measured 1.0m from the ground level and shall have a clear straight
stem of minimum 1.5m. The head shall be well balanced and rounded and contain at least four main
branches with a well developed secondary branch system and a defined central leader that has not
been pruned, giving an overall height of 2.5 - 3.0m at the time of planting. Pruning at the time of
removal from the nursery will not be permitted. Rootball dimensions: diameter 500mm x 300mm
deep minimum. Branching/leaf spread 1.5 - 1.8m diameter.
Standard Feathered Whips
Standard feathered whips shall be approved medium size nursery grown trees, having a single
straight stem and unbroken leader, giving an overall height of 2.5 - 3.0m. The stem shall be fully
furnished with evenly spread and balanced lateral branches down to ground level and shall have a 80
- 100mm stem circumference measured 1.0m from ground level. The tree shall have a strongly
developed fibrous root system and shall be container grown. Leaves of branches shall not be cut off
before planting. Rootball dimensions: diameter 450mm x 200mm minimum. Branching/leaf 1.5 -
1.8m diameter spread.
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Trees (Contd.)
Shrubs, Herbaceous Plants, Hedging Plants, Climbers and Groundcovers
Shrubs
Shrubs shall be approved woody perennials of generally multi stemmed and bushy habit ranging
from 3.0 - 4.5m down to 500mm in height. Shrubs shall have no less than three main stems and
shall be well balanced and bushy with strongly developed fibrous root systems, and shall be pruned
in advance as required to achieve the specified height tolerances. Branches shall break from the
base of the plant just above the root collar, and shall be well furnished with leaves right down to
ground level. All plants are to be grown in containers of suitable dimensions for the species.
Herbaceous Plants
Herbaceous plants shall be approved non-woody perennials usually of clump forming habit. Plants
shall have a well developed main stem or stems with good symmetry, a healthy root system, free
from pest or disease. Clumps of herbaceous plants shall include rhizomes, corns, tubers or roots
with undisturbed soil and evidence of growing shoots emerging above soil level. All herbaceous
plants are to be grown in containers unless specified as being produced by an alternative method.
Climbers
Climbers shall be approved plants whose growth habit is to climb upwards by means of twining
stems, tendrils or clinging roots. Plants shall be grown to reach the recommended size using stocks
no less than one year old, and no more than five years old at that time of the start of the Contract.
Plants shall have at least two leader shoots up to the recommended height and vigorous root system.
All plants are to be container grown.
Hedging Plants
Low hedging plants shall be approved shrubs such as Murraya paniculata and Ixora sunkist which
are suited to regular clipping. Shrubs are previously prepared to establish a uniform height and
complete foliage cover to the stem from ground level upwards. Plants shall be a minimum of 4
branches arising from the ground level and a strongly developed fibrous root system. Branches shall
be well clothed in leaves down to ground level. All plants are to be container grown in suitably
sized containers.
Hedging plants shall be prepared by branched pruning to achieve the box shape shown at 3 months
before transplanting.
Groundcover
Groundcover plants are low growing, 500mm or less, or prostrate shrubs or species shall be evenly
balanced to allow equal growth in all directions. Plants shall have fully developed roots and leaves.
Rooted cuttings will not be accepted. All plants are to be container grown.
Container grown plants

Container grown plants shall mean approved trees and shrubs which have been grown in containers
sufficiently large to hold the developing root system from seed or cutting and shall be filled with a
suitable, nutrient-rich, free drainage compost. Container grown stock shall be well watered prior to
the transfer from the nursery and shall remain in the container until planted on site, whereupon the
containers are to be removed from site.
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Preparation of planting beds
Preparation of the completed soil mix beds shall take place only when the seeding or planting
operations can begin. No preparation of planting beds shall be undertaken in weather or ground
conditions in which operation may destroy soil structure.
Preparation of planting beds shall be carried out by approved mechanical or manual means to a minimum
depth of 250mm for groundcover and 600mm for shrubs to provide an even, weed free texture.
All stones and lumps exceeding 25mm in diameter shall be removed from planting beds and cart
away from site.
All groundcover and herbaceous beds shall have a minimum depth of 25mm of soil conditioner
spread over the entire area and to be well forked into the top 300mm of soil during planting.
Planting techniques & accessories
All plants shall be planted to accommodate the spreading root system of the plant to the same soil
depth as in the nursery and shall be well watered before removing them from containers. Plants are
to be positioned upright and the soil firmed around the roots.
Planting shall be carried out in accordance with the schedule of plants and drawings specified in the
contract. The number of each species and variety shall be evenly distributed over the area as
indicated on the drawings.
For large areas the outer rows are to be set out first to ensure that a correct shape to the planting bed
is established. The remaining plants are to be evenly distributed to cover the planting area. The SO
is to be notified in advance if there are too many or too few plants to fill the area required, and an
assessment of setting out adjustments will than be carried out as be directed by the SO accordingly.
Setting out of planting beds is to be completed and approved before planting works commence.
Small shrubs, herbaceous and groundcovers in planting beds
Small shrubs, groundcovers and herbaceous plants shall be planted in pockets formed by a trowel or
spade. The pocket shall be deep enough and wide enough to accommodate the root of the plant. The
sides and the base of the pocket shall be loosened and the plant roots lightly loosened from the rootball.
The plant shall be placed upright in the pocket and firmed into the ground by backfilling and
treading or hand pressure.
Shrub pits (in grass areas or in cultivated beds)
Shrubs pits for large and medium shrubs, specimens plants and climbers shall be excavated to
150mm wider on either side than the root spread, to depth of 150mm deeper than the root depth
and shall not be less than 600mm x 600mm x 600mm.
The bottom 150mm of the pit: is to be forked loose prior to backfilling. Blackfill material shall be
topsoil Mix A for backfilling purposes. The Contractor shall note that for planting into turf areas,
where topsoil has not been spread topsoil mix will be required for backfilling purposes.
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Tree pits (in grass area or in cultivated beds)
Tree pits shall be excavated to the dimensions show on the drawings. No tree pits shall be less than
300mm wider on either side than the root spread, and to a depth of 150mm deeper than the root
depth, and shall not be less than 1.0m x 1.0m x 1.0m. The bottom 300mm of the tree pit is to be
forked loose prior to backfilling and installation of drainage materials. The trees shall be planted to
the same depth in the nursery or as in the containers.
Backfilling of pits (trees, shrubs & climbers)
Before backfilling, imported topsoil and sand is to be thoroughly mixed with soil conditioner and
organic fertiliser as specified for topsoil mix B.
The tree pit shall be backfilled with the soil Mix B to a depth that allows the soil after settlement to
match surrounding ground level. The filled pit shall be watered and allowed to settle. After
settlement soil levels shall be topped up as required.
The centre of the backfilled tree pit shall be excavated large enough to allow placing of the rootball,
and to allow even compaction all round during backfilling. The soil is to be consolidated during the
backfilling in layers to ensure that the plant is firmly held in the ground and that voids are not left
around the roots. Care shall be taken during planting to avoid damage to the roots system, branches
or leaves.
After careful removal of the container or wrapping, the rootball of the roots of shrubs and climbers
shall be placed carefully in the pit. The soil is to be consolidated during backfilling in layers to
ensure that the plant is firmly held in the ground and that voids are not left around the roots. Care
should be taken during planting to avoid damage to the roots system, branches or leaves.
Staking & Supports
Stakes or guys wires shall be used when planting instant trees and tall shrubs and to be carried out as
directed by the SO.
The types of approved staking methods are :
Multiple guying shall be used for large trees. A minimum of three wire guys is to be used per tree.
Each guy wire is to be fastened by a loop around the lowest branches of the tree at the junction with
the main trunk or stem. Loops are to have protective rubber or plastic hose to prevent chafing and
are to be fastened back to the guy wire by means of a U clamps or bolts.
Guying wires are to be fastened at ground level to short stakes that are firmly driven at angle into the
ground. Stakes shall be minimum length 600mm and be driven deep enough to resist movement. A
notch is to be made near the top of each stake for fastening of the guying wire. Stakes shall be
positioned equidistantly around the tree and shall be gauged on site to provide firm and secure
guying.
Each guy wire is to have one turnbuckle located near the fastening to the stake. Guy wires are to be
kept properly tensioned and adjusted to maintain the tree in a vertical position without guys wires
being rigid.
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Double staking
Double staking shall be used for smaller trees. Two 50mm x 50mm stakes shall be driven into the
ground in a vertical on either side of and outside the rootball of the trees so as to form straight line
with the stem at the centre. Stakes shall be driven to penetrate the bottom of the tree pit and be deep
enough to resist lateral movement when tested. Stakes shall not exceed beyond the lowest branch of
the tree and if necessary are to be sawn off at the top.
Fastening or securing of the tree shall be carried out as follows:
Wire/hose loops - two separate wire or rope loops are made around the stem just below the lowest
branch with each being fastened back to one of the vertical stakes. Each loop is to have a protective
outer covering or sheath of rubber hose to prevent chafing or abrasion of the bark. The wire or rope
is to be fastened to the stakes in a manner that allows adjustment of the tension to be made easily.
Tension on each wire is to be equal to maintain the tree in a vertical position.
Cross bar - a wooden cross bar of same section as the stakes is fastened in a horizontal position to
the outside of the stakes by nails for tying securely at the level below the lowest branch. The tree is
fastened to the cross bar with a single adjustable tie of an approach rubberised or plastic type with a
spacer and shall be fastened to prevent any chafing or abrasion of the bark. No nails are to be driven
into the tree trunk.
Single staking
Single staking shall be used for sapling trees only. A single 50mm x 50mm stake is driven vertically
into the ground 150mm - 250mm away from the tree. The stake is driven down beyond the base of
the tree pit and shall be firm when tested. The top of the stake shall be 100mm below the lowest
branch and the lower tie 300mm from the base. Ties are to have spacers to maintain the 150mm -
250mm distance between the stake and the tree. Ties are to be fastened to avoid rubbing, chafing or
abrasion of the bark.
Dead Man Guying
Dead man guying shall be used for large sized trees standard and above. This method of
supporting trees is for the use of areas where other conventional methods of support are not feasible
due to space constraints. Prior to backfilling, two pairs of preservative treated hardword planks
minimum 100mm x 50mm are laid across the top of the rootball at right angles so that the trunk or
stem is enclosed in a square. The timber planks should be positioned as far out towards the edge of
the rootball as possible but kept approximately 100mm in from the edge. Two pairs of galvanised or
stainless steel cables are then laid over at right angles to the timber preferably fastened to a structure
nearby.
Twin buckles at the midpoint of each cable are installed to tighten the cables to a suitable degree.
Cables should be tightened only to hold the rootball firm. Overtightening may cause the rootball to
settle deeper into the ground than desired. Wherever dead man guying is specified refer to the
Contract drawings for particulars. If dead man guying is specified without drawing, the Contractor
is to notify the SO.
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Watering of all plants

All plants planted are to be thoroughly watered. The water shall be from an approved source.
Mulching
A layer of approved mulch (minimum depth of 50mm) shall be spread and forked in over all
planting areas after watering. Mulching shall be carried out within 2 days after planting and
watering.
Fertilizing
All plants after a period of settling in of at least one month, shal be fertilised with an approved slow
release fertiliser at the rate of:
a) Trees : 250gm per tree
b) Shrubs : 50gm per plant
c) Groundcovers/Herbaceous : 100gm per sq m spread around the base of the plants
All fertilized areas are to be watered immediately after fertilizer application.
Disease Control
The Contractor shall take all necessary precautions to prevent or eradicate any outbreak of disease or
insect attack.
Planting into turf bed

Where planting is to be carried out in areas of turf, the turf shall be carefully cut into the size of the
tree or shrub pit rolled and stored for re-use, being kept moist and in shade. After planting, turf shall
be relaid around the base of the plant. The Contractor shall replace any turf that is damaged during
planting operations at his own expense.
Protection of planted areas

The Contractor shall be responsible for protecting all planted areas. If it is necessary, the Contractor shall
erect protective fencing. The Contractor shall place the fencing in position and maintain the fence until the
end of the Maintenance Period. Fencing proposals must be submitted for SOs approval. Post and string
fences shall not be acceptable.
Maintenance prior to completion

After planting and prior to the onset of the Maintenance Period, the Contractor shall be responsible for
carrying out all necessary measures to ensure that the plant material thrives and becomes established and
that the planting areas are kept in a clean and tidy condition.
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Maintenance prior to completion (Contd.)

The Contractor shall allow for carrying out the following maintenance operations where necessary
or as and when directed by the SO prior to the onset of the Maintenance Period.
a) replacement of dead/missing plants
b) grass cutting
c) watering
d) forking and loosening of soil
e) weeding
f) pruning and clipping
g) firming up and adjusting stakes and ties
h) eradicating of pest or insect attack
i) topdressing and mulching
j) fertilizing
The Scope of Maintenance Works shall be carried out in accordance with Section 14 of this
Technical Specification.
The Contractor shall be responsible for replacing any plants which fail to survive as a result of
inadequate maintenance operations, poor workmanship or poor quality of plant material prior to
issuing of Certificate of Completion.
The Certificate of Completion shall not be issued until all plants as scheduled on the drawings and
schedule of works are installed in a healthy condition and in the manner specified or directed by the SO.
14. MAINTENANCE PERIOD
General Obligation
The Contractor shall maintain the works for a period of 12 months after the date certified by the SO
that the work has been satisfactorily completed as specified.
The extent of the maintenance works to be carried out by the Contractor shall deem to cover all
planting areas within the overall project boundaries as shown on the drawings.
The Contractor shall ensure that a senior qualified supervisor (with horticultural experience) is made
available to organise and coordinate the maintenance programme. The Contractor shall also provide an
experienced foreman who can supervise the workmen on a day to day basis. An adequately trained labour
force of at least 3 workers must be available for routine work and they must be on site for at least half a
working day, 5 days per week during the Maintenance Period. Additional grass cutting operators and
trained tree pruners will be needed to ensure adequate cutting and cleaning.
The Contractors supervisor shall inspect the site once a week during the Maintenance Period and
shall prepare a brief schedule of operations required for the coming week. The schedule shall
describe the operations that the Contractor intends to carry out in the coming week to cover the items
listed in the specifications and to ensure that the current weather conditions and growing
performance, insect attack, etc is taken into account.
A copy of this schedule shall be submitted to the SO every week for inspection and record purposes.
If in the opinion of the SO the maintenance works have not been satisfactorily carried out according
to site conditions and specifications, part of the monthly payment will be withheld until the works
have been satisfactorily executed.
The Contractor shall take all necessary measures to ensure that all plant materials thrive and become
established areas within this period. All planting areas will be inspected monthly and a list of
remedial work shall be issued after each inspection. All items on the remedial list shall be carried
out before the next monthly inspection.
The Contractor shall keep the landscape areas clean and tidy at all times and dispose of all materials
arising from the cleaning.
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MAINTENANCE PERIOD (CONTD.)
Maintenance of all trees, shrubs, herbaceous plants and groundcovers

The Contractor shall water all trees, shrubs, groundcovers, herbaceous plants and all other planting
works twice a day or as and when directed by the SO, to keep the planting beds moist all around and
to the full depth of the roots of the plants with a minimum saturation depth of:
a) 100mm for groundcovers
b) 300mm for shrubs
c) 750mm for trees
Only effluent water shall be used for the Works. The Contractor shall supply the water from his
own source and make all the necessary transport arrangements.
The Contractor shall inspect all planting areas at least twice a week to ascertain the water
requirement of the plant during dry weather.
The Contractor shall use an approved hose fitted with an adjustable spray nozzle or sprinklers for the
watering. This is to ensure no compaction or wash-outs of the soil or loosening of plants. The
Contractor shall immediately make good any such damages, from soil erosion or wash-outs. Plants
are to be replaced if loosened by erosion or damaged.
All planting beds are to be kept free of weeds. Weeding shall be done twice a month or as and when
directed by the SO. The Contractor shall remove all weeds, stones and rubbish collected from this
operation off site. No herbicides shall be used on site without first obtaining the approval of the SO.
He shall seek permission in writing specifying the type of chemical to be used for approval by the
SO. Full back up data on the performance of the chemicals and the particular need for such use of
the chemicals must be included in the Contractors written request to the SO.
Immediately after weeding at least twice a month or as and when directed by the SO, the soil surface
shall be lightly loosened with a garden fork. Care must be taken to ensure that the root systems are
not disturbed. The maximum depth of forking shall not exceed 100mm. After forking, mulching
shall be evenly distributed.
Firming up and adjusting of stakes/ties shall be carried out monthly or as and when directed by the
SO to ensure that the trees and shrubs are firmly held in the ground. The Contractor shall check and
make the necessary adjustments to the guy lines, tree ties and stakes so as to ensure that the trees are
firmly secured and are not damaged by the guy rope or ties.
All protective fencing shall be maintained and kept in good condition and position until the end of
the Maintenance Period.
Trees shall be pruned if rotten or crossed branches are present. Trees shall also be pruned to
maintain a clear stem up to the specified height using the methods described below. Tree pruning
exercise shall be reviewed monthly.
Pruning of shrubs and groundcovers shall be carried out continuously during the Maintenance
Period to promote bushy growth and good flowering characteristics. All dead, broken, damaged or
excessive branches shall be cut back where necessary. Pruning and removal of branches shall be
carried out by using a sharp and clean implement to give a clean sloping cut with one flat face.
Ragged edges of bark or wood are to be trimmed with a sharp knife.
All pruning shall be carried out in the following manner:
a) pruning shall be done with a cut just above and sloping away from an outward facing healthy bud.
b) pruning of branches shall be done by cutting flush with the adjoining stem and in such a way
that no part of stem is damaged or torn.
c) all ragged edges of bark shall be trimmed with a sharp knife.
d) after pruning works, all pruned branches shall be cleared and removed off site by the
Contractor.
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MAINTENANCE PERIOD (CONTD.)
Maintenance of all trees, shrubs, herbaceous plants and groundcovers (Contd.)
All planting hedges, mat forming herbaceous plants and ground covers shall be clipped with shears as
often as necessary (at least monthly) or as and when directed by the SO to maintain a tidy appearance.
Flowering plants, such as Ixora sp, required selective pruning in order to maintain continuous blooms.
Heavy pruning shall not be carried out. The operations shall be carried out by experienced workers only.
The Contractor shall allow for monthly fertilizing operations or otherwise directed by the SO during
the Maintenance Period. All approved slow release fertilizer shall be applied to each plant at the
rate of 50gm per shrub and 200gm per tree, one month after planting and thereafter monthly.
After spreading the fertilizer around the base of the plant, the granules shall be lightly forked into
the soil, and the plant well watered. Herbaceous and groundcovers shall receive 25mm of approved
soil conditioner mixed with 50gm/m of approved slow release fertilizer evenly spread over the
entire area and lightly forked into the soil to break up the top layer, and the area well watered.
The horticultural requirements of different plants or areas may involve variations to those techniques
(such as the use of organic liquid fertilizers for sensitive plants) and variations in method shall be
authorised by the SO as and when required.
Additional mulching shall be spread every 3 months. The mulching shall be evenly spread and
forked in all planting areas up to a depth of 25mm.
The Contractor shall make weekly checks to ensure that all landscaped areas are free from pests and
diseases.
Replacement planting
If during the course of the Maintenance Period, any trees, shrubs, groundcovers, turf or other plant
materials, fail to establish due to the negligence of the Contractor, the Contractor shall forthwith replace
such plants at no additional cost. The decision as to whether or not the plant dies due to the negligence
of the Contractor shall rest with the SO and his decision shall not be subject to further appeal.
Final Handover
A joint inspection shall be held with the Contractor and the SO two weeks before the end of the
Maintenance Period to review the requirements for any plant replacement with the view of obtaining
approval for the Final Handover. The Contractor must rectify all defective works and ensure that all
the landscaped areas have established and were satisfactorily maintained during the Maintenance
Period stipulated in the Contract.
At the time of the final inspection, all areas under the Contract shall be free from weeds, neatly
cultivated and in good order. Grass shall be neat cut and all clippings removed. No bare patches of
earth shall be visible in turf or planting areas.
If, after inspection, the SO is of the opinion that all work has been satisfactorily performed in
accordance with the drawings and specifications, the SO issue a certificate of completion for the
project. If all, or certain portions of the work, are not acceptable under the terms and specifications,
the Maintenance Period for all the work shall be extended at no extra cost to the Employer until all
the defects in the work have been corrected and the work is accepted by the Employer and SO.
As-built drawings shall be prepared by the Contractor upon final completion and submitted to the
SO within two weeks after handing over.
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FIRE FIGHTING AND HOSEREEL INSTALLATION
1. GENERALLY
The Fire Fighting and Hosereel Installations shall be executed by the Contractor if he is a licensed
plumber, otherwise the works shall be executed by a fully licensed firm and shall be in full
compliance with the Public Utilities Board's Bye-Laws and if the works are not satisfactory in all
respects, the Contractor shall rectify the defects at his own cost.
The Contractor shall allow for all the builder's work in connection with the installation such as
cutting, chasing, coring, fixing bracket, touching up or making good floors and walls etc.
All expenses incurred for stamping fees required by the Public Utilities .Board shall be borne by the
Contractor.
Test the entire hosereel installation on completion to the satisfaction of the SO.
The Contractor shall on completion of the works, submit 1 set negative and 2 sets printed as-built
drawings showing the layout of the works to the SO.
2. FIRE HOSEREEL
Supply and install 30m x 25mm diameter recess type swivel hydraulic non-kink hosereels complete
with self-finished steel side discs, cast brass centre body with machined waterways and bearings,
spray jet nozzle with on/off handle, screw down globe valve on inlet to reel and wall bracket
complete with bolts including fixing to walls and jointing inlet to water pipe.
3. FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
Supply and fix BCA approved fire extinguishers inclusive of lockable cabinet as indicated on the
drawings, conforming to the requirements of the Fire Safety Bureau (Singapore Fire Service)
complete with handle, squeeze grip release vale, gas distributions safety catch and discharge nozzle
and mounted on brackets plugged and screwed to walls and columns.
4. FIRE-STOP
Supply and install approved fire-stop sealing compound to withstand 2 hours fire resistance to all
electrical risers which penetrate floor/walls in accordance with manufacturers instructions.
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BUILDING CONSTRUCTION AUTHORITY REQUIREMENTS

FOR PILING, EXCAVATION OR BASEMENT WORKS
Annex I
Piling, Excavation or Basement Works : Explanatory Notes on Changes
BCAs current requirements on pre-construction survey, precautionary and monitoring measures for these
works would remain. However, some changes are made in these areas and the revised requirements are
described below:-
1. At Permit Application Stage
i) Piling, Excavation or Basement Works
a) The builder is required to give an undertaking to BCA (as per Annex II attached
herewith) that a copy of the pre-construction survey report shall be given to each of the
owners of the neighbouring properties before work commences.
2. Pre-Construction Stage (i.e. before work commences)
i) Piling Works
a) The builder is required to conduct a pre-construction survey of the neighbouring

properties and give a copy of the survey report to each of the owners of these properties
before work commences (the survey report need not be extended to BCA). The builder
is allowed to give to each neighbouring owner only the portion of the report relevant to
his property.
b) The Qualified Person appointed for structural works (hereinafter referred to as QP(ST))
is required to stipulate the allowable vibration limit for the builder to comply. This
limit should be stipulated after taking into account the vulnerability of the actual
neighbouring properties to vibration effects. However, the limit stipulated shall not be
any less stringent than the lowest peak particle velocity recommendation in the
prevailing Standard DIN 4150.
c) QP(ST) has to ensure that the builder submits to him a vibration monitoring plan
showing the locations of the vibration monitoring devices with the stipulated vibration
limit stated.
d) QP(ST) is required to submit such a vibration monitoring plan to BCA for record.
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ii) Excavation or Basement Construction Works
a) The builder is required to conduct a pre-construction survey of the neighbouring

properties and give copy of the survey report to each of the owners of these properties
(the survey report need not be extended to BCA). The builder shall give to each
neighbouring owner only the portion of the report relevant to his property.
b) For the purpose of preventing any damage to the neighbouring properties, QP(ST) is
required to stipulate two allowable limits of ground movements (i.e. lateral deflection at
ground level of the temporary earth retaining system and the ground settlement in areas
adjacent to the excavation) at two critical levels (i.e. alert and work suspension levels).
The builder is required to ensure that these stipulated values are used in the temporary
works design.
Work Suspension Level
At this level, the values stipulated are the maximum allowable ground movements
based on soil conditions and the susceptibility of the neighbouring properties to
damage. If the work suspension level is reached or damage has occurred, the QP(ST)
has to ensure that all works on site are suspended pending further investigation and that
corrective measures are immediately taken to safeguard the neighbouring properties.
Alert Level
Alert level is the intermediate level at which the QP has to conduct check on the actual
behaviour of the temporary work system.
c) Within 1 month after the issuance of Permit or before commencement of works,

whichever is earlier, the QP is required to submit the following to BCA for record:
- design of temporary earth retaining works with the allowable limits of ground
movement stated in the drawings.
- monitoring plan and programme.
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3. During Construction Stage
i) Piling Works
a) A copy of the whole pre-construction survey report is to be kept at site by the builder.
b) QP(ST) is to ensure that vibration monitoring is carried out by the builder and that a
copy of the monitoring results is kept at the site by the builder.
c) The reading for the monitoring is to be taken under the supervision of the QP(ST) or
the site supervisor.
d) The QP(ST) is to assess the vibration results and if the stipulated vibration limit is
exceeeded the works is to be suspended and BCA to be notified.
ii) Excavation or Basement Construction Works
a) A copy of the whole pre-construction survey report is to be kept at site by the builder.
b) The QP(ST) is required to inspect the construction of the temporary earth retaining
works to ensure that the stability of the neighbouring properties is not impaired or
damaged in any way.
c) The QP(ST) is required to monitor the ground movements and notify BCA if the
critical levels are exceeded. The QP(ST) is required to ensure that necessary corrective
actions are taken when the alert level is reached or work is suspended when the work
suspension level is reached.
Please note that the critical levels stipulated are theoretical values and the QP(ST) has
to monitor closely during actual construction to ensure that no damage occurs to
neighbouring properties.
d) The builder is required to submit the monitoring results to the QP(ST) as work
progresses and ensure that a copy of the results is kept at site.
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FOR PILING AND EXCAVATION WORKS
(to be submitted together with permit application form)
Annex II
To : Commissioner of Building Control

5 Maxwell Road #05-00
Tower Block MND Complex
Singapore 069110
Fax : 3257482
Project Title : ________________________________________________
Project Reference No. : ________________________________________________
PRE-CONSTRUCTION SURVEY REPORT
I confirm that I will give a copy of the pre-construction survey report to each owner of neighbouring
properties when it is ready, but before work commences on site. Each owner will be given the portion of
the report which is relevant to his property.
________________________________ ________________________________
Builders Name & Signature Builders Company Stamp
________________________________
Date
QP for structural works : ________________________________
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VISIONCARE FOR BUILDING WORKS
1. VISIONCARE FOR BUILDING WORKS
The works included under this section for Addition and Alteration Works shall include but not be
limited to the following works unless otherwise designated and approved by the SO :-
a) Supply and install aluminium louvres including fastening screws to replace the existing glass
louvres for the first two metres on two sides of the rooms (starting from the front walls of the
rooms where the whiteboards are located) including taking out existing glass louvres and
removing it off site. The rooms shall include existing teaching rooms / facilities, Principal
office, Vice-Principal office, School Administrator office, HOD room, Staff room, Library,
existing computer laboratories, etc. where applicable.
b) Supply and install steel adjustable louvred window frames with control mechanisms with
6mm thick clips to receive 150mm blades including screws to match to the above-mentioned
rooms. Reuse existing louvres including taking out existing control mechanisms and
removing it off site. The Contractor shall allow in his Tender Sum for replacing existing glass
louvres which are chipped, cracked or defective with new to SOs approval.
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SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR AIR-CONDITIONED ROOMS
1. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR AIR-CONDITIONED ROOMS WITH DOORS THAT

OPEN-OUT INTO THE CIRCULATION CORRIDOR
Where new and existing rooms need to be air-conditioned by the Contractor due to noise and dust,
the doors to these rooms that open-out into the circulation corridor, the following safety
requirements shall be complied with:
a) For rooms with windows along the corridor, the first panel of the opaque louvre window
next to each door shall be replaced with clear glass louvre to act as a vision panel.
b) Door closers to SOs approval shall be installed to the each of the doors to reduce speed of
opening and closing.
c) The room doors and its parts including the door handles and locksets shall be blunt and
preferably have curved edges and a broad face to minimise injury when a person
accidentally knocks on it.
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OUTDOOR FITNESS PLAYGROUND
1. FITNESS EQUIPMENT
The proposed Fitness equipment shall be of approved proprietary type equivalent in design and
quality as shown in the drawings to SOs approval.
The play equipment shown on the drawings are only indicative, the contractor may propose similar
playground system from approved specialists and these are to be submitted to the SO for approval
during the tender or quotation.
Safety Compliance
The Contractor and Specialist shall ensure that the Play equipment installed is FULLY in
compliance with either one of the following standards of its latest publication:
a. F1487-11 - Standard Consumer Safety Performance Specification for Playground Equipment

for Public Use.
b. SS457: 1999 - Playground Equipment for Public Use.
c. SS495: 2001 Impact Attenuation of Surface Systems under and around playground
equipment.
d. EN1176 (1-9): 1998 to 1999 Playground Equipment. General Safety Requirements and Test
Methods.
e. Other relevant safety requirements as applicable.
On Site Test and Inspection by an Independent Safety Inspector from an approved accredited
testing agency for the above standards.
Laboratory Test based on all relevant sections of the standard:-

a. Childrens Playground Components.
b. Structural Integrity.
c. Installation.
d. Accessibility.
e. Maintenance.
f. Labeling.
Instructional Signage
An instructional signage designed by manufacturer to be provided for each activity, including
playground rules.
Installation & Maintenance / Inspection Instructions

Explicit installation instructions shall be provided which will include a detailed top view and
footing drawings plus written instructions to assure proper installation of the equipment.
Maintenance guidelines and inspection checklists shall also be provided. The provided installation
instructions and maintenance instructions shall be "project" specific containing component
information that is part of the playground design. A generic package of installation instruction
and maintenance instructions is not acceptable.
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FITNESS EQUIPMENT (CONTD.)
General
a) Material
All materials shall be structurally sound and suitable for safe play. Durability shall be ensured
on all steel parts by the use of time tested coatings such as zinc plating, zinc nickel plating,
powder coating, plastisol vinyl, etc. Colour choices shall be to SOs selection and approval.
b) Hardware
All temper proof bolts, tee nuts and washers shall be stainless steel. All other hardware shall
be a yellow dichromate finish over zinc plated steel. Tamper proof bolts shall be supplied for
all clamps assemblies. Capped locknuts that cover both ends of bolts shall also be supplied.
c) Eco-Armour Coating & Decks

All decks, stairs, and site products shall be coated with an environmentally sensitive polyethylene
coating that is PVC and phthalate free. This textured, UV stabilized thermoplastic coating shall be
slip resistant, tough and durable. It must meet all requirements for phthalates and toxic materials,
contain no volatile organic compounds and be recyclable.
The Thermoplastic coating shall be available in brown, red, blue or green.
d) Polyester Powder Coating
Powder coating is electrostatically applied at a thickness of 2 to 5 mils (.002 - .005). Powder
coating produces a highly decorative finish having a hard, smooth surface, which is resistant
to abrasion, corrosion, and mechanical damage. All galvanized tubing has a factory-applied
clear acrylic polymer coating. All components shall be free of excess weld and weld spalls.
After fabrication all weld joints are to thoroughly cleaned using a chipping hammer and wire
brush to remove all weld slag from weld joint. Prior to finishing, components shall be cleaned
with a three-stage preparation process. Components are coated with TGIC polyester powder
and are cured at temperatures between 375 and 400 F. Epoxy or hybrid paints are not
acceptable. ASTM Specifications: B-117 (Salt Spray Resistance Test), D-2794 (Impact
Resistance Test), D-1734 (Mandrel Flexibility Test), D-2247 (Humidity Resistance Test), D-
822 (Weatherability Test), D-3363 (Pencil Hardness Test), D-3359-B (Crosshatch Adhesion
Test), and D-2454 (Overbake Resistance Test).
Manufacturer must allow for a minimum of 16 colours selection.
e) Rotationally Moulded Polyethylene Parts
Shall be rotationally molded from color-compounded, first quality, linear low density, Exxon
CP-812 polyethylene. Dry-blended or molded-in resins are not acceptable. Color-
compounded polyethylene are 23 times stronger than dry blended resins providing better
bonded strength with greater surface contact. Compounded color provides superior
colorfastness, UV resistance, and impact resistance with solid color molecules. Polyethylene
shall be ultraviolet (UV) stabilized to UV-8 and have anti-static additives. Cross-sectional
design shall be .25 in. (6 mm) nominal thickness, double wall construction. ASTM
Specifications: D-1238 (Melt Index), D-1505 (Material Density), D- 638 (Tensile Strength),
D-648 (Heat Distortion Temperature) D-790 (Flexural Modulus), D-1693 (Environmental
Stress Crack Resistance), D-2565 (Ultraviolet). Meets UL94HB Horizontal Burn Test. Shall
meet Arm Test for impact strength (@ minus 40C) (.25 in. thickness). Shall meet color
change criteria (QUV 500 hours per SAE 1960-89).
All Slides and Roofs shall be linear low-density polyethylene, which contains UV inhibitors
to resist fading.
Plastic Panels shall be rotationally molded linear low-density polyethylene, which contains
UV inhibitors to resist fading.
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General (Contd.)
f) Support Posts
Shall be fabricated from 3-1/2 OD 12 Gauge galvanised steel tubing. Tubing has an average
tensile strength of 555,000 psi, and an average yield strength point of 50,000 psi. Shall be
finished with a baked-on powder coating.
g) Steel Tubing
Tie Rods, Climbing Rungs, Chinning/Turning Bars, Activity Barriers, Slide Barriers, and
Pipe wall barriers shall be fabricated of 1-1/16OD, 14 gauge galvanised steel tubing. Sliding
Poles, handrails for swing bridge, side rails for wood arch climber, and chain net anchor rods
shall be fabricated of 2-3/8 OD, 12 gauge galvanised steel tubing.
h) Attachment Fittings
Pipe Clamps, tee fittings, swing hangers and deck hangers shall be cast of a high tensile
strength almag alloy aluminium. Deck clamps shall be hinged on one side to facilitate
installation. Swing hangers shall be fitted with an oil-impregnated bronze bearing.
i) Stairs
Enclosed Stairs shall be fabricated of one-piece perforated metal step plate, with 11- gauge
hot-rolled steel plate side rails.
j) Exterior Finish
All metal and aluminium components shall be put through a 3-stage wash process including a
phosphoric acid/flouridic acid wash, then a fresh rinse and a non-chromated rinse with sealer.
All components shall be oven dried prior to electrostatically applied polyester dry powder
coating. Components shall be oven cured at temperatures in excess of 400 degree Fahrenheit
and tested in accordance with ASTM B-117.
k) Fitness Equipment
Fitness Components consist of the types as shown on the SOs drawings.
l) Guarantee
The Contractor and Specialist shall provide a written JOINT GUARANTEE OF THREE
(3) YEARS in favour of the Employer against faulty workmanship, premature breakdown of
materials and defects.
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General (Contd.)
m) Maintenance
The Specialist shall submit the Manufacturers maintenance manual to the SO. The Specialist shall
submit a summarized inspection check list for approval at time of handover to the Employer.
Frequency of maintenance shall be recommended by the Specialist, based on size, usage,
vandalism possibilities etc.
The Specialist shall show proof to Employer by way of Organisation Chart and worker details
that they have a Maintenance Team and Supervisor to report.
The Specialist shall provide a system of allowing the Employer to immediately access
detailed installation and parts list details, e.g is a scanning tag where the Owner can scan the
tag with a Smart phone or device to access such details.
A annual maintenance contract shall be awarded to the Specialist at the time of Award or the
end of the Maintenance Period at the discretion of the Employer.
2. FLOOR
EPDM to be provided for and shall be 75mm thick (minimum) safety surface to graphic design of
different colours to be approved by the SO and installed on and including 150mm thick reinforced
concrete base complete with drainage.
Sub-soil drainage shall be deemed included and proposed by the Specialist including connection to
nearest open drain.
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SYNTHETIC GRASS SYSTEM
1.0 PROPOSED DESIGN AND UPGRADING OF SCHOOLS PLAYING FIELD TO

1.1 INTRODUCTION
The work is to convert the existing natural grass playfield of the schools to that of the synthetic grass system
which is suitable for soccer and rugby in accordance with the FIFA Recommended 1 Star standard and
IRB Regulation 22 Requirements respectively. All shaded areas shown in the plan must be finished with
the synthetic grass system. The field will also be used for other sports such as softball. As this is a design
and build contract, the contractor shall give a sound and workable proposal, which is well proven under
local conditions and suits existing site situations. The scope of works involves site investigation, survey,
preparation of drawings, design, setting out site, all necessary civil works such as site clearance,
underground debris and obstructions (e.g, tree, roots) earthworks, kerbs along the perimeter of the new
synthetic grass system, drainage works such as sub-soil drains, open drains, culverts, sumps, etc, permeable
base, installation of the synthetic grass systems and all other associated works or accessories necessary for
the satisfactory completion of the fields.
If the field is located within the running track, proper access must be built across the track to prevent
damage to the synthetic system, track drain, kerb, base etc. All costs of repair of any damage caused to the
track, including replacement of the synthetic rubber system, shall be borne by the Contractor. The Tenderer
is to note that the information provided therein is for guidance only. He is advised to check the accuracy of
the information as no claim whatsoever shall be entertained if the Tenderer relies on the information for
pricing or for whatever purposes.
1.2 Layout plans for each school shall be submitted together with the tender proposal, indicating the new field
and its surrounding infrastructure, line markings for soccer, softball, rugby markings, 200m x 4 lanes
markings, sub-soil drains, sumps, culverts, drains, kerbs, etc complete with all dimensions, finished levels,
inverts levels etc. The details of the drainage system such as types, sizes, etc shall also be indicated.
1.3 All expenses incurred in the preparation of the tender including site investigation, survey,
documentation etc shall be borne by the tenderer. No claim for such costs shall be entertained.
1.4 The synthetic grass system must be the type used in IRB Regulation 22 Requirements
installation and supplied by one of the current licensees of the IRB Regulation 22 Requirements
The licensee shall deploy local specialist who has well proven job installations in similar fields.
2.0 SCOPE OF WORKS
2.1 The works included in this Contract for each school comprise the following:
a. Preliminaries items under The Conditions of Contract;
b. Carry out site investigation and survey existing ground;
c. Design of all works and prepare drawing showing the following (but not limited to) :
i) Layout of each new synthetic field in relation to its surrounding infrastructure complete
with proposed levels and gradients, including green buffers ;
ii) Layout of the sub-soil drains, proposed perimeter drain with heavy duty galvanised steel
gratings, sumps, culverts as necessary including connection to existing storm drains,
complete with invert levels and gradients; for connection to existing outer/outfall drains,
Contractor must ensure that they are adequate to cater for the water drain-off from the new
sub-soil system. All allowances for widening/deepening is deemed included in the tender.
iv) Details of concrete kerb surrounding the perimeter of the entire new synthetic grass
system, permeable base, sub-soil drain section, drains with heavy duty galvanised steel
gratings , sumps, culverts, etc;
v) Line markings layout for soccer, softball, rugby markings, 200m x 4 Nos of Running
Lanes markings (See Annex II) and;
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SCOPE OF WORKS (CONTD.)
2.1 The works included in this Contract for each school comprise the following:
d. Shop Drawings of all the fields must be submitted within 2 weeks from the date of award of
contract;
e. To provide temporary access and proper hoarding accepted by SO to site including protection
works where necessary;
f. To carry out site clearance, remove existing grass from field, excavate and/or backfill to the
finished levels, remove earth off site, trim and compact sub grade to require profile. Gradient
shall not exceed 0.8%; No trees are to be cut unless with the written approval of Nparks and
informed in writing by the SO;
g. To design, supply and install new sub-soil drains, drains, sumps, culverts including connection
to existing storm drains. Existing sub-soil shall be abandoned and removed off site;
h. To design, supply and lay and compact 200mm thick permeable and stable base. Permeability
through the base must be at least 500mm/hour;
i. To supply and install 60mm to 65mm thick synthetic grass system with sand and rubber
granules infill. On completion, to furnish 7-years warranty for the synthetic grass system
against defects in material and workmanship;
j. To supply and install 4 nos of water tap points at the vicinity of the field, including connecting
from existing water main nearby, 28mm (OD) copper pipe leading to the field and
22mm/15mm (OD) pipes around the field;
k. To provide technical expertise and site supervision over the works;
l. To supply two (2) Nos. of portable soccer posts and six (6) Nos. of portable corner/central
flags;
m. To make good all works disturbed/damaged on completion;
n. To submit progress photographs (in colour digital photo format) at various stages of the
installation works;
o. To provide 7-year (from Substantial Completion) warranty all as specified ;
p. To provide mechanical sweeping of field (including raking up of synthetic grass yarn and
loosening of rubber granules) and topping up of rubber granules when necessary before the
expiry of one year Defects Liability Period, and;
q. To provide minimum 4 times yearly comprehensive maintenance of field (e.g. mechanical
sweeping, grooming and topping up of rubber granules), during the DLP;
r. To reinstate the site and make good any damages to the site in the course of works, and to bear
all costs of repair and reinstatement, and;
s. To provide as-built drawings on completion of project.
2.2 A brief description of the works involved in this contract given hereinabove is for the guidance of the
Contractor. The Contractor is however, solely responsible for investigating and ensuring the actual
extent and nature of the whole of the works comprised in this contract prior to the submission of his
tender. Any doubt as to the actual extent or nature of the works should be clarified with the
Superintendent Officer (S.O.) before the tender is submitted. No claim arising out of clarity or
availability of information will be entertained after tender submission. Allowance for all
contingencies on account of this provision should be made in the tender by the Contractor.
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3.0 SITE CLEARANCE
a. During the stripping of the natural grass surface, all roots and organic materials shall be
removed by grubbing or by providing the necessary root guards. This is to ensure that the roots
of the existing tress do not in time damage the new synthetic turf system. The top soil and
vegetation shall generally be excavated to an average depth of 150mm.
b. The Contractor shall comply with all statutory requirements from the relevant authority where
applicable. For example, where tree removal is required as part of site clearance, approval
from NParks shall be sought.
4.0 EARTHWORKS
All earthworks shall be organised and executed in accordance with PUBs guidelines on Erosion and
Silt Control Measures. The earth surface shall be excavated and/or backfilled to the required levels
and slope (the finished levels of the synthetic fields). Any fill material shall be from an approved
source. All excavated earth shall be disposed of out of site. The sub-grade shall have a cross fall of
between 0.5% and 0.8% towards the sides of the field. The sub-grade shall be compacted, such that
the top 200mm thick layer can achieve a density of 95% of the maximum dry density as determined
by the Standard ASSHTO test.
5.0 REQUIREMENT WHEN WORKING IN THE VICINITY OF EXTRA HIGH VOLTAGE

CABLES
All regulations relating to the high voltage/extra high voltage by the local authorities shall be
compiled with when working in the vicinity of extra high voltage cable including any other rules and
regulations relating to the high voltage/extra high voltage as informed by the local authorities from
time to time.
6.0 SURVEY/DESIGN/DRAWING
6.1 The contractor shall carry out survey of the site and its vicinity including picking up of all necessary
levels and inverts levels.
6.2 Contractor shall design the layout of each school field.
6.3 Drawings shall be prepared incorporation such design showing:-
a. Titles, drawing No., name of the school, scale, date and other necessary data
b. the propose levels and gradient of each school field :
c. the dimension of each field including that of the line markings and green buffers in accordance
to statutory requirements mandated by the relevant authorities ;
d. layout of the sub-soil drain including cross sectional details, levels and dimensions;
e. proposed drainage system with details, invert levels, gradient etc including all necessary
perimeter drains, all connections to sumps (where necessary) and all open drains or culverts
connecting to existing storm drain;
f. Details of the kerb to be provided to the perimeter of the synthetic field (where necessary);
g. Details of the permeable base and the synthetic grass system;
h. Location of temporary access road, hoarding, and ;
i. Shop Drawings shall be submitted in A1 sizes hard copies (3 sets) together with 1 soft copy in
proper scale. Field layout shall be shown in scale approx. 1:300 and details of kerbs,
submission drains, cross section of sub-strata etc shall be in 1:10 or 1:20 as appropriate.
6.4 On completion of the works, Contractor shall provide as-built drawings in A1 size, hard copies and
soft copies (3 sets) incorporating information as described in Clauses 9.3 above.
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7.0 SITE CONSTRAINT AND AVAILABILITY OF SITE
7.1 The Contractors attention is drawn to the fact that the premises will remain in operation during the whole
contract period. The Contractor shall closely co-ordinate the works and make all necessary arrangements to
ensure that the proper functioning of the buildings and surroundings will not be interrupted. The Contractor
shall carry out the works in orderly and satisfactory manner to ensure that minimum noise, nuisance and
inconvenience are caused to the public, occupants and other users of the Buildings. The Contractor shall
report to the school authority of their schedule and visit one day in advance. The Contractor shall liaise
closely with the authorities for the access, routing arrangement, cartage of materials, plant, debris, etc. to or
from the site. The Contractor shall obtain all necessary service layout plans at his own cost. The Contractor
shall keep all working areas and carparks in a clean and dry state and he shall ensure that none of his
workers vehicles are parked in disorderly manner or have caused obstructions to the occupants and patrons
in the Buildings.
7.2 The Contractor shall provide all necessary safety measures including warning lights, directive
signs, notices, barriers, etc. in strategic positions as required to prevent any accidents or injury to
occupants and other users of the Buildings. The Contractor shall also take all necessary
precautions to restrict his workmen to areas where work is in progress and to prevent them from
wandering to other parts of the boundary.
7.3 The Contractor shall take note that there may be other contractors, Government or statutory bodies working
in the same area. He shall ensure there is no interference with the work of such other contractors,
Government or statutory bodies working in the area and that his work progresses in a smooth and orderly
manner. The Contractor shall carry out and complete the works in such order and manner as may be agreed
to by the Employer from time to time.
7.4 The Contractor shall take all necessary precautions not to disturb existing wires, cables services
pipes, roads pavements, etc. Any damage to such during the progress of the work shall be made
good at the Contractors expense.
7.5 Allowance for any or all of these provisions shall be made in the tender price. No claim on
account of the above-mentioned requirements shall be entertained by the Employer.
8.0 SUB-SOIL DRAIN/DRAINAGE
Existing sub-soil drains shall be removed and shall not be used or integrated in any way. New sub-
soil drains shall be installed comprising of perforated pipes and stones surround wrapped with
geotextile filter cloth. Water from sub-soil drains shall be discharged to R.C sumps or drains where
appropriate. Drains, sumps and culverts shall be designed and constructed to cater for the surface
run-off and eventually discharge to existing storm drains. Details layout and locations of such must
be clearly indicated in drawings submitted showing clearly the full extent of the works.
Where required, hydraulic calculations may be submitted to confirm the adequacy of the drainage
system.
9.0 BASE
a. Permeable and stable base shall be laid to uniform thickness without segregation of size,
parallel to the sub-grade surface. After spreading, the base shall be compacted by minimum
10 tones roller until the aggregates are thoroughly set and the creeping of the aggregates ahead
of the roller is no longer visible. The total compacted thickness of the base shall not be less
than 200mm thick. The surface shall have a cross fall of between 0.5% and 0.8% and shall
have a surface variation not exceeding 5mm in 3 metre straight edge in any direction. Any
unevenness shall be rectified by approved method before commencing the synthetic grass
installation. Permeability of the base shall be tested using simple test and shall be at least
500mm per hour.
b. Drawing shall be submitted clearly showing the details and thickness of the various
components.
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10.0 SYNTHETIC GRASS SYSTEM
10.1 The outdoor synthetic grass shall be of LSR (low sliding resistance) in polyethylene, green in colour of
60mm to 65mm high, with sand and rubber granules infills. It shall be made of raw materials that do not
contain any colour pigments based on heavy metals, heat resistant, UV stabilized and high resistance to
chemical, fungus and bacteria etc. The synthetic grass shall also fulfil the environmental requirements and
be tested and certified free from any harmful compound (e.g. lead, heavy metals) that may be dangerous to
human health. A copy of the Environmental Certificate showing such certification shall be submitted in the
tender proposal.
10.2 The synthetic grass system shall be of the type which is approved by IRB Regulation 22 Requirements .
It shall be able to meet the product properties stated in the Table below. The tenderer shall furnish the
necessary certificates (including that of IRB Regulation 22 Requirements and test reports of the product
to demonstrate compliance with the minimum standards under the test in a FIFA and IRB Regulation 22
Requirements accredited laboratories.
10.3 Properties of Synthetic Grass System
Sr No Descriptions
1. Yarn Characteristics
a) Composition 100% Polyethylene, UV resistance
b) Thickness (micron) 100 (+/- 5%)
c) Weight 11,000 Decitex (+/- 5%)
d) Colour Green and or other colour approved by SO
e) Total weight (gm/m2) Tenderer to state
2. Turf Characteristics
a) Pile height 65mm
b) Gauge 3/4" or 5/8
c) Stitch rate Tenderer to state
d) Total no. of stitches Min. 10,000 stitches / m2
3. Primary Backing Characteristics
a) Composition Mix polypropylene/polyester
(Min.50% polyester) or equivalent
b) Weight gm/ m2 Tenderer to state
c) Coating type Tenderer to state
d) Coating weight (gm/ m2) Tenderer to state
e) Perforation diameter 5mm (+/- 1mm) or equivalent permeability
f) Perforation number 90 nos per m2 or equivalent permeability
4. Total weight (gm/m2) Tenderer to state
5. Width of the roll 4.0 metre to 5.0 metre (approx.)
6. Sand Characteristics
a) Nature Fine, round, washed, dried
b) Grain size 0.5mm to 1.0mm
c) Infill height 10mm (approx.)
7. Rubber Granules Characteristics
a) Nature SBR (Styrene-Butadiene rubber)
b) Grain size 1mm to 2.5mm
c) Infill height 40mm (approx.)
8) Shock Pad or equivalent To comply and pass IRB Regulation 22
Requirements (ie, Head Injury Criteria (HIC))
Notwithstanding that the products offered by various manufacturers many differ slightly from the above, it
is to be highlighted that the system complies with the following properties:-
i. Yarn weight is 11,000 Dtex (+/- 5%).
ii. Minimum no. of stitches is 10,000 per m2.
iii. Joint strength (EN12228) and product stability (ISO 13934-1) should not be less than 25N/mm
SGS/5
SYNTHETIC GRASS SYSTEM (CONTD.)
10.4 The Contractor can propose alternative synthetic turf system, such as structured monofilament yarn
and cooler infill system. The proposed alternative system shall fulfil all requirements in this particular
specification, including of IRB Regulation 22 Requirements (for rugby field) performance and the
7-year warranty period. The Contractor shall state clearly the differences of the proposed alternative
system.
10.5 Installation of Synthetic Grass
a. Installation of the synthetic grass system shall be carried out by the Specialist Contractor and
in accordance with the manufacturers instructions.
b. The synthetic grass shall be laid and jointed with 500mm wide geotextile backing using
special 2 components adhesive.
c. All lines and markings shall be carried out in accordance with the international rules of FIFA
and IRB Regulation 22 Requirements. The tufted-in-lines shall be 100mm wide yellow
colour for rugby, 80mm wide white colour for soccer and 50mm wide for the running track
lane markings (colour to be decided and approved by SO). Such lines must be in accordance
with FIFA and IRB Regulation 22 Requirements. Layout of all lines shall be approved by
the S.O. before installation.
d. The synthetic grass shall be filled with fine sand and rubber granules evenly in dry weather
conditions. After filling, grass must be fibrillated (where necessary) with a special machine.
10.6 The Authority reserves the rights to conduct test/s to ascertain the installed synthetic field/s comply to
the IRB Regulation 22 Requirements. If the test/s fail to comply to the IRB Regulation 22
Requirements, the Contractor shall liable for the cost of the testing fees includingmake good and/or
replace the synthetic field/s till it comply to of IRB Regulation 22 Requirements . The cost of
rectification, replacement, consequential losses, etc shall be fully borne by the contractor.
11.0 DRAINAGE SYSTEM
Generally, the design and construction of drainage system shall be in accordance with Regulations of
relevant drainage department and Code of Practice on Surface Water Drainage.
12.0 GOAL POSTS/PORTABLE FLAGS/WATER POINTS
a. The contractor shall supply and install two (2) no. of free standing soccer goals in accordance
with FIFA dimensions and complete with UV resistance nets, back bottom bar and wheels.
The goals shall be all-aluminium construction and white polymer coated. Wheels can be
moved down for easy movement and up when goals are in use. For safety reason, any
protruding part of the wheels, e.g the bolts & nuts, levers etc, shall be padded to prevent it
from causing any injury to players. Goal posts shall be secured with ground anchors and net
can be secured using net clip for ease of installation. Weight shall be 110kg per goal.
b. The contractor shall also supply four (6) nos of portable freestanding corner and central flags
for soccer.
c. Contractor shall supply and lay 30mm diameter (OD) copper pipe connecting from the nearest
water main to the field 22mm (OD) and 15mm (OD) copper pipes shall be laid along the
perimeter of the field to 4 nos water tap points (with lockable taps). These water points shall
be located at mid point of each half along the side and shall be concealed within the sumps.
SGS/6
13.0 MATERIAL AND WORKMANSHIP
a. All materials and workmanship shall be in accordance with the latest Singapore Standards or
British Standards where the Singapore Standards are not available. Except that where the
requirements of the said Standards are in conflict with this specification, the latter shall take
precedence.
b. The Contractor shall undertake and bear all costs of repairs and reinstatement of the synthetic
field system arising from product defects and unsatisfactory workmanship, where necessary,
before the expiry of one year Defects Liability Period.
14.0 WARRANTY
A minimum of 7 years written warranty (from date of substantial completion of the whole works) in
the prescribed form as per Specimen Guarantee Format, must be provided jointly by the main
contractor and the manufacturers against defects in materials and workmanship on the supply and
installation of synthetic grass for the field from date of completion of the whole works. This warranty
must be submitted to the SO within one week from date of completion of the whole works without
fail. Final payment would only be made upon submission of this warranty.
15.0 SUBMITTAL
The contractor shall submit, during the submission of Tender, the following :
a. A copy of the manufacturers FIFA Quality Concept Licensing and IRB Regulation 22
Requirements certificates, manufacturers details, product specifications, samples, size 300 x
300mm, of the synthetic grass shall be submitted with the tender submission.
b. All job references of relevant installation undertaken by the contractor, particularly jobs
involving synthetic grass for sports facilities such as soccer, rugby, hockey and tennis. The job
reference shall include location, type of sports, type of synthetic grass system installed, field
area and date of installation;
c. The Works Schedule during the submission of Tender. Such schedule shall show all activities
(such as procurement of materials, mobilization, access road, earthwork, sub-soil drains, kerbs,
drains, permeable base etc. of all the schools, and their interlinking of these activities). The
scheduled start and completion of each school field shall be clearly indicated. Phase handing
over dates shall be incorporated where appropriate.
d. Shop Drawings showing layout design concepts and details with all dimensions, levels,
gradient and description during the submission of Tender as described under the specification.
e. Laboratory test reports (e.g. heavy metals contents, harmful toxins) and other relevant
certificates (e.g. Material Safety Data Sheet) proving the safety of the full synthetic grass
system.
17.0 PROTECTION TO EXISTING WORKS
The Contractor shall take necessary precautions not to disturb existing works and services and to
provide adequate protection as required. The Contractor shall execute the works with caution and
shall make good all damages occasioned thereto during the execution of the works caused by the
attributable in any way by his workmen and shall indemnify the Employer against damage or
claims arising therefrom.
SGS/7
18.0 MAKING GOOD & CLEANING UP CLEANING ON COMPLETION
18.1 Daily Site Maintenance
The Contractor shall keep the working area and its surrounding site in a clean condition. Any sand,
dust or debris dropped on the roads, carparks, etc shall be cleared from the site daily. The access
roads shall be kept clean at all times.
The contractor shall, on completion of the works, reinstate and make good works disturbed, remove
all surplus materials from site and leave everything in a neat and tidy condition.
18.2 A joint inspection shall be made on site upon removal of the temporary-access to assess damage, if
any. Any damage found or cause by the Contractor during the course of the works to the school
premises (including running track) will be borne solely by the Contractor as decided by the S.O.
19.0 HANDING-OVER/TAKING-OVER OF COMPLETED FIELD
19.1 A joint site inspection shall be made to assess the suitability of the field-takeover. During the joint
inspection, the Contractor shall conduct a field test in accordance with the IRB Regulation 22
Requirements and FIFA testing guidelines, demonstrating the following :
Characteristics Requirements
Slope 0.5 to 0.8%
< 10mm under 3m
Evenness
< 2mm under 300mm
180mm/hour
Base Permeability
30% 50%
Vertical Ball Bounce
4m 10m
Ball Roll
Head Injury Criteria

1.3m during Year One
Test method - EN1177
1.0m Thereafter
19.2 Only upon passing of all of the abovementioned test requirements will the field be deemed as
satisfactorily completed for handing-over to the Authority.
19.3 As part of the handing-over requirements, the Contractor shall provide 3 sets of the as-built
drawings/plans and synthetic grasss maintenance guide to facilitate subsequent maintenance of
the synthetic grass.
SGS/8
20.0 ANNUAL COMPREHENSIVE MAINTENANCE OF COMPLETED FIELD
20.1 The Contractor shall provide minimum 4 times a year of comprehensive maintenance of the
completed field (including mechanical sweeping, raking of synthetic yarn, grooming, loosening
and topping up of rubber granules etc) for a period of 6 years after the expiry of the DLP.
20.2 MOE reserves the right to engage a Third Party to maintain the field should the Contractor default
in the maintenance. All charges in engaging the Third Party and the maintenance cost incurred
shall be deducted from monies due to the Contractor. The Contractor may also be debarred from
participating in MOEs future Synthetic Grass System tenders if it is established that failure to
maintain the field is due to the Contractors fault.
20.3 MOE also reserves the right to omit the comprehensive maintenance works for any school under
normal circumstances without allowing any profit/attendance thereto.
20.4 Notwithstanding items 20.2 & 20.3, the Contractor is still committed for the 7 year warranty
period provided jointly by the Contractor and the Manufacturer against defects in materials and
workmanship on the supply and installation of synthetic grass for the field (refer to item 14 of
Page PS/7.
20.5 The Contractor shall also conduct again the field test on Head Injury Criteria (HIC) at year 3 and
year 6. Where the HIC field test has failed during the 7-year warranty period, the Contractor shall
bear all costs in making good of the field within 1-month period to meet the HIC requirement of
IRB Regulation 22.
Characteristics Requirements
Head Injury Criteria 1.3m during Year One

Test method - EN1177 1.0m Thereafter
SGS/9
ANNEX 1
EXISTING SYNTHETIC RUNNING TRACK

NOT APPLICABLE FOR THIS PROJECT
SGS/10
ANNEX 2
SGS/11

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SPECIFICATION OF WORK

STRUCTURAL STEELWORK AND METALWORK

All steelwork including connections shall be hot-dipped galvanized to 80 microns thick

STRUCTURAL STEELWORK AND METALWORK

2. SCOPE OF CONTRACTORS WORKS

3. TESTING, INSPECTION AND QUALITY CONTROL

STRUCTURAL STEELWORK AND METALWORK

.4 Welding Procedures / Welders Qualification Records

STRUCTURAL STEELWORK AND METALWORK

All structural hollow sections shall be hot-finished conforming to BS EN10210 S275/S355J2H,

All holding-down bolts shall be Grade 8.8 unless otherwise specified.

STRUCTURAL STEELWORK AND METALWORK

.4 Holes for Bolts

STRUCTURAL STEELWORK AND METALWORK

.3 Welder / Welding Operators

STRUCTURAL STEELWORK AND METALWORK

.5 Inspection and tests

a) The Contractor shall employ an Inspection Institute approved by the Employer's

.6 Extents and methods of tests and examinations

b) All welds shall be visually inspected and approved.

a) Welds not to the satisfaction of the SO shall be thoroughly removed by grinding

STRUCTURAL STEELWORK AND METALWORK

8. TRANSPORTATION, STORAGE AND HANDLING

STRUCTURAL STEELWORK AND METALWORK

.2 Bolts spun galvanized, sheradized or electroplated with zinc cadmium or

.3 Friction grip bolts

a) Friction grip bolt tightening shall be by the turn-of-nut method or by torque

a) Anchor bolts shall be accurately installed in the concrete by use of templates

.5 Inspection and tests

d) Should any of the bolts be found loosened or otherwise insufficiently tightened,

STRUCTURAL STEELWORK AND METALWORK

10. PROTECTION COATING/FINISHING

a) Unless otherwise specified, steelwork, which will be in bonding contact with

b) Machined surfaces shall be protected against corrosion by approved rust-inhibiting

d) All painting operations shall be performed by qualified painters whose qualifications

STRUCTURAL STEELWORK AND METALWORK

11. STRESSBAR SYSTEM

.2 Stressbar system shall be provided as shown in the drawings.

.6 The bar shall has the following characteristics:

a) Nominal tensile strength, 620 N/mm,

b) Nominal 0.1% proof stress, 460 N/mm,

c) Minimum elongation at maximum force, 16%

d) Modulus of elasticity, 205 x 10 KN/mm,

.10 The components supplied shall be architecturally pleasing.

STRUCTURAL STEELWORK AND METALWORK

12. INTUMESCENT PAINT FOR FIRE PROTECTION

.9 A signage depicting the following minimum information shall be fixed at a conspicuous

STRUCTURAL STEELWORK AND METALWORK

13. STAINLESS STEEL

Protection and Cleaning

STRUCTURAL STEELWORK AND METALWORK

14. GALVANISED STEEL

15. GALVANISED STEEL BALUSTRADES AND HANDRAILS

All balustrades to be 1100mm high.

16. GALVANISED STEEL CHANNELS, ANGLES, BRACKETS, PLATES, ETC.

17. GALVANISED STEEL FRAMINGS

18. GALVANISED MILD STEEL GRILLES

The spacing of any grille member shall not exceed 100mm.

19. PERFORATED ALUMINIUM PANELS

STRUCTURAL STEELWORK AND METALWORK

20. GALVANISED STEEL MESH

21. FAN HOOKS