SPECIFICATIONS

PROJECT : PROPOSED TWO STOREY RESIDENCE

10 DOOR APARTMENT

OWNER: BELLEMONT REALTY SERVICES

LOCATION : BRGY, OSORIO, TRECE MARTIRES CITY, CAVITE

OUTLINE SPECIFICATIONS FOR GENERAL CONSTRUCTION:

I. INTENT AND APPLICATION OF THE PROVISIONS OF THIS SECTION

A. The Scope of Work covered within these Specifications is the complete

construction of the PROPOSED TWO STOREY RESIDENCE 10 DOOR
APARTMENT, LOCATED IN BRGY, OSORIO, TRECE MARTIRES CITY, CAVITE
Philippines.

B. This section is prepared in a concise manner, the intention of which is to save

time and effort in locating important contents within these Specifications.

C. The Contractor shall bear the responsibility of checking all the numbers and
units as indicated in the Bill of Quantities. It is understood that the Contractor
shall supply and install the required units in accordance with the Plans and the
Specifications.

D. In their bid proposal, the bidders may propose materials or equipment or makes
other than those specified in the BOQ and/or Specifications, provided they are of
equivalent specifications and functionalities.

E. During project implementation, the winning bidder/contractor may propose

substitution of materials or equipment or makes other than those specified in
the Contract documents shall be subject to the approval of the Procuring Entity
for the following reasons only:

1. That the materials or equipment proposed for substitution is equal or

superior to the materials or equipment specified in construction efficiency
and utility provided that any and all costs relative thereof shall be
shouldered by the Contractor.

2. Or that the materials or equipment specified cannot be delivered to the

job site on time to complete the work of the other Contractors due to
conditions beyond the control of the Contractor.

3. In case of a price difference, the Procuring Entity shall receive all benefits
of the difference in cost involved in any substitution and the Contract shall
be altered by Change Order to credit the Procuring Entity with any savings
so obtained.

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 F. To receive consideration, request(s) for substitution shall be accompanied by
documentary proof of equality or difference in price and delivery, if any, in the form of
certified quotations and guaranteed date of delivery from suppliers of either the
proposed substituted materials or equipment.

II. GENERAL CONDITIONS OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS

The execution of this Specification, Plans and other related Contract Documents shall
be subjected to the rules and regulations as provided in the General Conditions of
the Contract. The Plans and specifications shall be interpreted by the Procuring Entity
and or his/her representative. The Contractor is enjoined to confer with the Procuring
Entity on items for clarification before submitting his bid. No excuses shall be
entertained for misinterpretation of the Plans and specifications after the award of
contract. All work as deemed required by the Procuring Entity shall be carried out
properly by the Contractor.

A. The Contractor shall consult the Procuring Entity on portion of the work not
mentioned in the Specification and not illustrated on the Plans. He shall not
work without proper instruction or detailed plans approved by the Procuring
Entity, otherwise he shall be responsible for the in acceptance of the work
done without details. In such case, the Contractor shall make good the work
at his own expense.

B. No alteration or addition shall be allowed without the consent and proper

documentation approved by the Procuring Entity, even such change is ordered
by the Procuring Entity. The Contractor shall bring the case to the Procuring
Entity. Request for approval of such changes, alteration, deviation of work
shall not be done without the consent of the Procuring Entity. Changes may
be presented to the Procuring Entity in the form of shop drawings.

TWO (2) SET of clean Plans and specification shall always be kept at the jobsite to be
available to the Procuring Entity or their representative upon his request during the
construction.

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 DIVISION 1: GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

1.0 Processing and Securing of Permits and Insurance

The contractor shall be responsible for securing all necessary

permits related to the project, which shall include but not limited
to building permits, occupancy permit, etc.), Contractor‟s All Risk
Insurance & Third Party Liability and Workman‟s Compensation
Insurance (CARI), and other insurances required by the Local
Government Unit (LGU) and Eton Cyberpod Centris (ECC), among
others, including payment of assessed fees as may be required by
the LGU, ECC and/or Regulating Agencies before the
implementation of the project. All related documents shall be
submitted to the PPP Center.

DIVISION 2: SCOPE OF WORK

A. The Contractor shall conduct thorough inspection of the

existing job site conditions.

B. The scope of work shall include all additions necessary in order

to implement the whole set of approved Plans, Working
Drawings and Specifications.

C. The Contractor shall secure and do all the legwork necessary

for all pertinent permits needed for the Procuring Entity to
occupy and use the building,

D. The Contractor shall construct All Architectural, Structural,

Electrical, Sanitary/ Plumbing, Mechanical / Fire Protection
works in accordance with the Plans and Specifications. All
items shown on the Plans but not mentioned in the
Specifications shall be included. Discrepancies shall be verified
with the Procuring Entity.

E. The Contractor shall have a licensed surveyor to locate

benchmarks. Shop drawings of stake out plan and actual
reference marks shall be verified and approved by the
Procuring Entity prior to any permanent construction. He shall
refer to the General Nature and Scope of Work and other Bid
Documents for more extensive description of the work.

F. The Contractor shall submit details and shop drawings,

templates, and schedules required for the coordination of the
work of the various trades. Drawings should include
information on all working dimensions, arrangement and
sectional views, connections and materials.

G. Final Cleaning As Pre-requisite To Final Acceptance: Final

cleaning of the work by a reputable building maintenance
company shall be employed by the General Contractor prior to
the Procuring Entity‟s final inspection for certification of final
acceptance. Final Cleaning shall be applied on each surface or
unit of work and shall be of condition expected for a first class
building cleaning and maintenance program.
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 H. The Contractor shall be responsible for the safety and safe
working practices of its respective employees, servants and
agents.

I. The Procuring Entity may at any time without invalidating the Contract

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 make changes by altering, adding to or deducting from the work
as covered by the drawings, specifications, and general scope
in written instructions. Provisions under General Conditions of
the contract cover such circumstances.

DIVISION 3: SITE WORK

A. VISIT AND ACCEPT SITE, AS IS. The following works shall

be included:

1. Site Clearing: Protection and/or removal of existing

structures with the approval from the Procuring Entity
and or lessor.

2. Removal of improvements above and below grade (if any)

necessary to permit construction and other work as
indicated. The Procuring Entity and Lessor must be
consulted prior to any demolition. Coordination with
Eton Properties Philippines Incorporated (EPPI)
Maintenance / Facilities Group & proper investigation is
to be conducted to avoid damage on existing utilities.
Rubbish shall be legally and properly disposed of. Other
items for relocation / demolition will be discussed in the
Pre-Bid Conference.

B. SITE SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

1. The Contractor shall, maintain a temporary board – up,

security for the proper execution of site up-keeping. Such
board-up shall be built where necessary and required by
EPPI for its full length except for such openings as may be
necessary for the proper execution of the work, in such
case, openings shall be provided with doors which shall be
kept closed at all times except in actual use. Which shall
be made of painted 12mm thick GYPSUM BOARD on METAL
STUDS FRAMING with complete accessories, structurally
stable.

C. TEMPORARY SITE FACILITIES

1. Temporary Facilities: The contractor shall provide An

office for the following: Construction site office:
complete Resident Architect‟s / Engineers office for
business related to the supervision of the project.

2. Other Temporary Provisions:

 The General Contractor shall provide all temporary

lighting, power, water supply and all necessary
facilities sufficient enough for the simultaneous use
of all possible fields of work to complete the
project.

 The General Contractor shall provide the necessary

number of warehousemen to ensure security of
construction site.
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  The General Contractor shall provide at necessary
no of units of Fire extinguishers.

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  The General Contractor shall provide Billboards
for precautions for Public Safety.
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 Other provisions as required by the National
Building Code and BESC.

 All others required as discussed in the Pre-Bid

Conference or as issued Supplemental Bid Bulletins

D. STORAGE AND FILING OF MATERIALS

1. Delivery: General Contractor shall ensure that materials

are properly turned over and delivered on site in good
quality and condition. A time and delivery record shall
be available.

2. Storage: General Contractor shall designate and/or allot

a space to sub-contractors for storage of their materials
and for erection of their sheds and tool houses (if
necessary). Materials shall be arranged properly and
accordingly in terms of sizes, quality, quantity, category
and time of use.

3. Warehouse shall be maintained properly by a

designated person of the General Contractor.

4. All cement, lime and other materials affected by

moisture shall be stored on platforms and protected
from weather. Materials shall be stored as to insure the
preservation of their quality and fitness for their work.
Stored materials shall be located so as to facilitate
prompt inspection.

5. Should it be necessary at any time to move materials,

sheds or storage platforms, the Contractor shall do so
at his own expense.

DIVISION 4: MASONRY

A. CONCRETE MASONRY UNITS

1. Masonry Units (CHB): 100mm thick for all interior walls

unless otherwise indicated. Use 400 psi for non-load
bearing blocks and 700 psi for load bearing blocks
where required.

a. Supplier: Allied Concrete, Rock built or Jack built

b. Where full height walls are constructed with

concrete hollow blocks, these shall extend up to
the bottom of beam or slab unless otherwise
indicated on plans. Provide stiffener columns &
lintel beams as specified in the structural
drawings or as specified or as deemed required
to assure a stabilized wall due to height & other
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 considerations.

2. Sand: S-1, washed, clean and greenish in color.

3. Mortar: One part “Portland” cement and two parts sand and

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 water but not more than three parts sand and water.

4. Plaster bond: N and H Plaster bond - Apply to all wall

areas prior to plastering.

DIVISION 5: METAL

A. Stainless Steel

1. Stainless Steel Push Plate: Refer to Doors Schedule A-6

B. MISCELLANEOUS METAL WORKS

1. Submit Professional Shop Drawings for fabrication,

connections and erection of miscellaneous metal
fabrications.

2. Pipe hangers: Galvanized steel angular bars, hot

dipped. Refer to Sanitary / Electrical drawings for sizes
and dimension.

DIVISION 6: WOOD & PLASTICS

LUMBER AND ARCHITECTURAL WOODWORKS

A. Schedule of Lumber and Plywood Works

1. Medium Density Fiberboard: As per manufacturer‟s

specifications.

2. Plywood Backing for Glass Mirror: 6-mm thick marine

plywood anchored to wall with necessary anchoring. Areas
to be covered by mirror on toilets should be provided with
tiles.

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 DIVISION 7: THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

All applications shall be strictly as per Manufacturer's

Specifications. It shall strictly be performed by licensed or
certified applicators / waterproofing contractor representing
waterproofing manufacturer or insulation company specified
herein. The Procuring Entity shall be furnished with pertinent
literature and detailed drawings

WATERPROOFING

Waterproofing: Furnish all labor, materials, equipment, plant and

other facilities required to complete all waterproofing work as
shown on the drawings and herein specified. All applications shall
be strictly performed by an approved waterproofing Contractor.

All materials shall be Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

certified and approved.

Testing: Test waterproofed area by seventy-two (72) hours and

check for any seepages.

1. for Toilets

Note: Areas not stated above but requiring waterproofing by

Procuring Entity shall be included in the scope of work.
Thickness should be as per Manufacturers Specifications
and Installation depending on the Areas to be applied with.

DIVISION 8: DOORS AND INTERIOR VIEWING WINDOWS :

Refer to Schedule of Doors and VIEWING

Windows Architectural Plan A-6

A. DOORS AND FRAMES

1. Wood Louver Door: 50mm thick x 600mm wide

Philippine mahogany wood frame with 8mm thick glass,
frame painted with quick dry enamel finish.

2. Aluminum Powder Coated Door with Viewing Glass:

45mm x 600mm x 1.5mm thick Powder Coated
aluminum door tubular frame with 6mm thick clear
viewing panel glass, champagne shade, powder coat
finish.

3. Aluminum Framed Glass Door: : 45mm x 600mm x

1.5mm thick Powder Coated aluminum door tubular
frame with 10mm thick clear full glass, champagne
shade, powder coat finish.

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 4. MAIN ENTRANCE DOOR – Heavy Duty Floor Hinge Glass
door, 12mm thick tempered, frameless glass door.

5. Procuring Entity-supplied Glass Doors :9 sets 33"L x

82"H glass door

5.1 Dismantling of Procuring Entity-supplied Glass

Doors from existing office

5.2Transfer of dismantled glass doors to new office

5.3 Fabrication of new door jambs and accessories

for Procuring Entity-supplied glass doors

Note: The contractor shall exercise the utmost care in

dismantling, transfer and installation of the Procuring
Entity- supplied glass doors. In case of any damage, the
contractor shall replace the glass door without
additional cost to the Procuring Entity.

B. FINISHING HARDWARE

The following Hardware Sets are furnished for whatever assistance it

may afford the Contractor. The Contractor shall verify Plans and
Specifications for hardware quality. Should any particular item be
omitted, Contractor shall provide similar or equivalent item or
hardware same as required.

All door hardware must be ANSI A156.2 approved.

1. Locksets shall be Heavy duty lever type handles,

HAFELE, Bonco or Hope Brand with locked keys and
profile cylinders.

a. All locks shall have three (3) keys with the lock
number stamped for identification. Verify
number of duplicates.

b. Schedule: Use extra heavy duty industrial /

commercial series of door hardware. Refer to
Schedule of Doors A- 6

Toilet Privacy Lock: Use Corridor or Passage Lock

for unlockable lockset.

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 Keyed Entrance Mortise Lock: Single cylinder with
throw-deadbolt, standard full latch bolt with
heavy duty anti-friction tongue. When locked,
key outside or Knob inside retracts all bolts
simultaneously. Outside Knob remains locked
until thumb turn is restored to vertical position.
Use Knob type.

Single Cylinder Deadbolt Lock: deadbolt thrown or

retracted by key from outside or by inside
turn unit. Bolt automatically deadlocks when
fully thrown

Indicator Lock: for Toilet Stalls with safety

release lock.

2. Door Hinges

a. Brand: Morgan or hafele, loose pin hinge 4

½” x 4” heavyduty, chrome finish.

Schedule:
- Four Ball Bearing Hinges: 4 ½ ” x 4” for
metal louver doors over 900 mm in width
and/or over 44 mm thickness, strictly SUS
304, Stainless Steel based

- Floor Hinge: standard duty floor hinge

with closer on active and inactive leaf

b. Hinge finish shall match locusts of respective

openings; stainless steel.

3. Door Closer:(Only on Specified Doors) grade 1 door

closer with hold open function on active and inactive leaf.
Can be surface mounted on hinge face or stop face for
metal doors indicated in the Schedule, with finish matching
locust of the respective opening and a slim line look;
concealed type for aluminum doors to provide by aluminum
door fabricator. Door closer shall be incorporated in the
door closer. Brand: RYOBI brand

4. Miscellaneous Hardware

a. Door Plate and Pull Bar: Ga 16. Stainless Steel plate with
stainless steel 20 mm diameter x 200 mm length pull bar, both
in hairline finish. Brand: Yale

b. Flush 6” and Head Bolt 12”: for two leaves of steel swing doors

c Push-Pull Bar: approximately 30 mm diameter

x 600 mm long stainless steel

c. Push Plate: approximately 150 mm wide x 400

mm high stainless steel

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 d. Stainless Steel handle bars

e. Heavy Duty Flush Bolt

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 f. All other necessary hardware such as latch bolts,
catch locks, door chain fasteners, door stops,
wall stops and holders, push plates, handles,
etc. shall be of type, size and design suitable
for the purpose.

C. GLASS AND GLAZING

1. Caulking, Weather stripping, Sealing and Glazing

Compound : refer to Division 7 on Sealants

2. Schedule: All glass should match color of existing. The

contractor shall submit glass sample with performance
data and certifications from the manufacturer.

a. Aluminum Framed Fixed interior Viewing Windows

1. 10 mm thick clear tempered glass

for aluminum fixed windows on
building interiors.

2. 8 mm thick tempered for door and

big window glass areas with sill
height less than 800 mm from floor
finish.

Manufacturer: Metro Shutters, Door

Tech or Republic Asahi

b. 6 mm thk. facial mirror with beveled edges for

Toilets on 6mm thk marine plywood backing

DIVISION 9: FINISHES

Refer to Architectural Plans for location. Verify plans for other finishes
not specified or omitted herein. Sample of all materials shall be
submitted to the Procuring Entityfor approval as to color and
quality workmanship.

A. FLOOR FINISHES

1. Supply and installation of 2100mm width x 2mm thick

Static Control Homogenous Vinyl Floor Covering Roll
Type by Gerflor. Offices, Hallway and other Areas, See
floor plan for Legend & Call Out Specifications as to
where to be applied. Submit sample for Procuring
Entity‟s approval.

2. Supply and installation of 500mm x 500 x 5mm thick

Flotex Floor Covering Carpet tile Type. For Conference
Rooms as shown in Floor Key Plan Finish with
Codes.Submit sample for Procuring Entity‟s approval.

3. Vinyl Tiles: Supply and installation of 2.0 mm thk. x 300

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 mm x 300 mm homogenous vinyl tiles. Color:
beige.Contractor shall submit samples for Procuring
Entity‟s approval. After work completion, vinyl tiles
shall be cleaned, free from all cement, dirt, or other
substances, with two coats of water emulsion wax,

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 each coat polished to produce a well-polished finish.
Manufacturer: Armstrong

4. FullyVitrified Tiles: Supply and installation of 600 mm x

600 mm or 800mm x 800mm unglazed tiles; polished /
unpolished / textured and colored: set on tile adhesive
setting with 3 - 5 mm spacing between tile. For
Reception / Lobby Area. See Design. Submit Samples
for approval.

5. Vitrified Glazed &Unglazed Tiles: Supply and installation

of 9 to 10 mm x 600 mm x 600 mm premium series for
Toilet Wall & Floor Tiles. Refer to Schedule of finishes.
Submit sample for Procuring Entity‟s approval.

6. Raised Flooring. Supply of materials and installation of

Raised Flooring for DATA room. Please refer to
Architectural plan A-7.

B. WALL FINISHES

1. Plain Cement Plaster Finish: 10 mm. thick. on vertical,

on masonry and for all concrete hollow block surfaces,
painted finish as indicated in the Drawings and for all
areas not otherwise noted with other finishes.

2. Fully Vitrified Homogeneous Tiles: Supply and installation

of 600 mm x 600 mm homogeneous tiles complete with
all PVC trims; 20 - 30 mm thick mortar setting bed with
tile grout spacing of 5 mm. Wall tiles for Toilet shall
extend up to the ceiling or as indicated on plans.
Submit samples for approval

3. Supply and installation of MDF ply-panel accents

4. Wall Base:

a. Vinyl Cove Base: 150 mm high vinyl straight

profile. On Areas With Synthetic Floor Tile,
Carpet Tile , Vinyl Tile Finish

Manufacturer: Atlanta

b. Roll Type Floor Finish: Extend Vinyl Floor up to

150 mm high as Baseboard with Corner Bead, P
Bead Fittings, See Manufacturers installation
procedures.

5. Fiber Cement Board: 6-mm thick for all Dry Interior Walls.

a. Use standard G.I. metal Studs framing at

every 600-mm on center both ways. Provide
standard construction system complete with
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 seismic bracing.

C. CEILING FINISHES

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 1. Dismantling & Demolition Works: Removal of some parts
of existing ceiling as affected by the new ceiling layout
and finish. (Please refer to Architectural Sheet No: )

2. Acoustic Mineral Ceiling Boards: Installation of 15 mm x

600 mm x 600 mm, with 5-year warranty to withstand
humidity conditions up to at least 90F/ 90% RH
without visible sag; in white color. PLEASE SEE
EXISTING

3. Ceiling Suspension System: ASTM C 635 (Intermediate-

duty) main beam and cross tee classification,
commercial- quality dipped galvanized steel. All
exposed surfaces to be chemically cleansed with
capping in baked polyester and/or treated with powder
coat white finish. Provide seismic bracing. Submit shop
drawings for approval.

4. Gypsum Board: Supply and installation of Gypsum

ceiling on a 400mm x 400mm G.I. Framing Suspended
Ceiling System complete with all accessories and
acrylic diffuser lighting system. Please see ceiling
details in all conference rooms and library.

5. Supply and installation of decorated ceiling using

moisture resistant 12mm thick Boral gypsum board
panels and metal furring and hanger rods as per
design.

6. Supply and installation of 6mm thick MDF decorative

wood panel as ceiling design.

D. PAINTING WORKS

All materials shall be Environmental protection Agency (EPA)

certified and approved.

Painting Materials:

1. Submit various painting materials specification

data and sample to be used for Procuring Entity‟s
approval.

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 2. All primers, thinners and putty, also waterproofing for
internal and external application shall be the same
brand as the specified material.

3. Painting materials including its application must be

covered with minimum of five- (5) year guarantee to
be rendered by the painting manufacturer.

7. Use BOYSEN or DAVIES onlyfor all painted works.

Application:

1. All sample paint shall be submit on at least 300-mm x

300- mm plywood panel, color and shade as per
approval by the Procuring Entity.

2. Application shall be as per paint Manufacturer‟s

specification and recommendation.

3. Provide all drop cloth and other covering requisite for

protection of floors, walls, aluminum, glass, finishes and
other works.

4. All applications and methods used shall strictly follow

the Manufacturer's Instructions and Specifications. All
surfaces including masonry wall shall be thoroughly
cleaned, puttied, sandpapered, rubbed and polished;
masonry wall shall be treated with Neutralizer.

All exposed finish hardware, lighting fixtures and

accessories, glass and the like shall be adequately
protected so that these are not stained with paint and
other painting materials prior to painting works. All
other surfaces endangered by stains and paint marks
should be taped and covered with craft
paper.Manufacturer: Boysen or Davies Paint

Painting Schedule:

1. Interior

a. Interior Concrete or Masonry Painted - Three (3)

coats water-based masonry plain semi-gloss
finish. Sample Shades for Procuring Entity‟s
Approval.

b. Plain Flat Finish: Acrylic water-based paint on

ceilings, three (3) coats. FLAT

c. Plain Semi-gloss in Acrylic water-based Epoxy paint

on interior walls, columns, on all other interior
concrete surfaces. (3) coats

DIVISION 10: SPECIALTIES

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 TOILET DOORS AND PARTITIONS

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 A. TOILET CUBICLES

1. Partition System: homogeneous, floor-anchored, high

pressure compact OR Marine laminated partition and
doors complete with stainless steel bracing and hinges,
brass or molded plastic pedestals, and indicator lock
with heavy duty stainless steel hardware. Submit
catalogue & mock-up for Procuring Entity‟s approval.

2. Accessories: All accessories should be in molded plastic

material. Submit samples for Procuring Entity‟s
Approval.

a. Grab Bars: provide stainless steel grab bars for

handicapped toilets.

b. Urinal Dividers: wall-hung suspended type with

stainless stiffener and stainless steel wall bracket;
material same as toilet partition system

B. OFFICE WORKING STATION SYSTEMS:

Please see detailed plans with specification.

DIVISION 11: TOILETS

A. PLUMBING FIXTURES AND ACCESSORIES

All fixtures shall be installed complete with accessories, such

as fittings, angle valve, shut-off valve and supply pipe
assembly, p-traps flange and others to make it functional.
Submit model and color samples for Procuring Entity‟s
approval of all fixtures and accessories.

Plumbing Fixture Colors: White Verify with Procuring Entity

1. Water closet: Siphon Vortex bottom inlet top flush.

2. Urinal: Wall-hung type, wash-out urinal to match

water closet color.

3. Lavatory:

3.a Under the counter type lavatory with single

faucet hole on center w/ front overflow hole, to match
water closet color.

3.b Wall hung type

3.c Wall hung with full pedestal type

4. Lavatory Faucets: self-closing press-action tap

model with timed flow and anti-blocking system.

5. Floor Drains: Stainless steel 4”x4” Supplier:

Asian hardware

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 6. Slop Sink Bibb: wall-mounted long gooseneck faucet

DIVISION 12 ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATION

1.0 GENERAL DESCRIPTION

1.1 The work to be done under this DIVISION of the

Specifications consist of the fabrication, furnishing delivery
and installation, complete in all details of the Electrical
Work, at the subject premises and all work materials
incidental to the proper completion of the installation,
except those portions of the work which are expressly
stated to be done by others. All work shall be done in
accordance with the governing Codes and Regulations and
with the Specifications, except where same shall conflict
with such codes etc., which latter shall then govern. The
requirements with regards to materials and workmanship
specify the required standard for the furnishing of all labor,
materials and appliances necessary for the complete
installation of the work specified herein and indicated on
the drawings. The Specifications are intended to provide a
broad outline of the requirement and are not intended to
include all details of design and construction.

1.2 LAWS/CODES and REGULATIONS:

The work under this DIVISION shall be executed in accordance

with the latest requirements of the following:

 Building Code of the Philippines

 Philippine Electrical Code
 Laws, ordinances, and regulations of the locality
having jurisdiction over the project.
 Power and telephone utility companies
 UAP Doc. 301

The requirements of the above mentioned governing

laws/codes and the requirements of the companies having
involvement/participation are hereby made part of this
Specifications and the ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR is
required to comply with the same.

This does not relieve the ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR from

complying with requirements of specifications or drawings
in excess of above laws and ordinances, codes and
requirements which are not prohibited by the same.

1.3 GUARANTEE

The ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR shall guarantee that the

electrical system is free from all grounds and defective
materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year
from the date of acceptance of the work. All defects arising
within the guarantee period shall be reminded by the
ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR at his own expense.

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 The ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR shall indemnify and save
harmless PROCURING ENTITY from and against all claims,
suits,

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 actions, or liabilities for damages arising from injuries,
disabilities or loss of life to persons or damage to public or
private properties resulting from fault or any act of
contractor or his representative in the execution of this
work.

The partial acceptance of the work for the purpose of

making partial payments, based on the estimated cost
satisfactorily completed by the ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR,
shall not be considered as final acceptance of that portion
of the work.

1.4 DRAWINGS & SPECIFICATIONS

1.4.1 The electrical plans, which constitute an integral

part of these Specifications, shall serve as the
working drawings. The plans indicate the general
layout and arrangement of the complete electrical
system and other works.

1.4.2 The drawings and specifications are meant

specifically to be complementary to each other and
where it is called for by one shall be binding as if
called for by both. Anything which is basically
required to complete the installation for proper
operation but not expressly mentioned on the
drawings and/or specifications shall be furnished
and installed by the ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR at
no extra cost to the PROCURING ENTITY as though
specifically stipulated or shown in both.

1.4.3 Procuring Entity shall have the final decision on any

apparent conflict between the drawings and
specifications or on any under and controversial
point in either or both.

1.4.4 All dimensions and locations shown on the plans are

approximate and shall be verified in the field, as
actual locations, distances, and levels are governed
by actual conditions.

2.0 SCOPE OF WORK

2.1 Work Included

The work to be done under this DIVISION shall include the

furnishing of all tools, labor, equipment, fixtures and
materials, each complete and in proper working condition
unless one or other is specifically excluded or stated
otherwise in these Specifications but not limited to the
following principal items of work:

2.1.1 Furnish and install a complete wiring and raceway

system for the underground power and telephone
distribution system including concrete pedestals,
concrete hand holes and necessary wiring gutters
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 and boxes.
2.1.2 Furnish and install a complete grounding system.
2.1.3 Perform terminations for all electrical system.
2.1.4 Complete testing of all electrical systems.
2.1.5 Preparation of “As-built” drawings.
2.1.6 If any item of works or material has been omitted
which are necessary for the completion of the
Electrical Work as

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 outlined herein before, then such items shall be and
hereby included in this section of work.

3.0 PROCEDURE

3.1 Workmanship

The ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR shall execute the work in the

most thorough, prompt and workmanlike manner and in
accordance with the plans and specifications. The
installations shall be done thru standard methods and good
engineering practices.

3.2 Materials

All materials to be installed shall be brand new except as

otherwise noted on the plans or specifications. The
materials shall be as specified. No substitution of materials
is allowed. Should the ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR find it
necessary to use another type/brand of materials instead of
the specified item, he shall first obtain approval from the
PROCURING ENTITY prior to installation. Any substituted
material installed without the approval of the PROCURING
ENTITY shall be subject to replacement.

3.3 Coordination

It is the sole responsibility of the ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR to

conduct coordination of his activities with the following:

3.3.1 Other trades and suppliers

3.3.2 Procuring Entity/Engineer
3.3.3 EPPI
3.3.4 Local Government Authority

3.4 Deviation From The Plans

No deviation from the plans is to be made unless given notice

or approval by the PROCURING ENTITY.

3.5 Record Drawings and „As-Built” plan.

The ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR is required to keep an active

record of the actual installation during the progress of the
job. This shall be the reference in the preparation of the
„As-Built‟ plans which shall include all pertinent
information, complete in all aspect of the actual
installation, and all new information not originally shown in
the contract drawings. The „As-Built‟ plans shall be
prepared by the ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR at his expense
and shall be submitted to the Procuring Entity for approval
upon the completion of the work. The approval of the „As-
Built‟ drawings shall be a pre-requisite for the final
acceptance of the electrical works.

Submit two (2) copies of the “As-Built” drawings signed and

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 dry sealed by the ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR‟S. Registered
Professional Electrical Engineer. Original
tracing/reproduceable copy shall also be submitted to the
PROCURING ENTITY.

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 3.6 Samples & Shop Drawings

3.6.1 30 days prior to the installation or fabrication of

materials the ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR shall
submit to Procuring Entity the following for
approval.

a. Shop drawings of panel boards showing

arrangements of circuit breakers, bus bar sizes,
lugs, etc. Indicate all dimensions.
b. Shop drawings or samples required as noted in
the drawings.
c. Samples and catalogs of materials intended to
be installed.

3.6.2 The ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR shall also submit to

the Procuring Entity without delay shop drawings
and other submittals which may be required by
Procuring Entity during the progress of
construction.
3.6.3 The above requirements shall be submitted to the
Procuring Entityat the earliest possible time to give
allowance for checking and verification. These shall
be complete in all aspects.
3.6.4 Submit four (4) sets of each shop drawings.

3.7 Electric Power

The ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for his

own electric power needed for the execution of the job.

3.8 TEST

Conduit tests on all electrical conductors installed in the

presence of the PROCURING ENTITY‟s representative.

3.8.1 check for grounds

3.8.2 insulation resistance test
3.8.3 continuity test for all outlets
3.8.4 voltage level test
3.8.5 phase relationship
3.8.6 check circuit connections at panel boards, all single
phase circuit shall be connected to phase as shown
in the load schedule.

3.9 Submit Reports On Tests

All reports must be formal, typewritten and properly identified.

3.10 All defects found during the test shall be repaired

immediately by the ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR.

3.11All tools, equipment and instruments needed to conduct

tests shall be on the account of the CONTRACTOR.
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 4.1 Conduits

4.4.1 Rigid Steel Conduits (RSC) and Intermediate Metal

Conduit (IMC):

a. Standard trade sizes, hot dipped galvanized

with inside enamel or epoxy coating.
Matsushita, Allied, Setsuyo, Pusan and
Maruichi.
b. Joints-threaded coupling for joints.
c. Use for power & lighting.

4.4.2 Polyvinyl Chloride Conduit (PVC)

a. Standard trade sizes, schedule 40 “ATLANTA”.

b. Coupling & fittings - standard couplings for
joints by solvent weld process.
c. Telephone System & other auxiliary system.

4.4.3 Installation of Conduits

a. Installation is in accordance with PEC and of

good engineering practice.
b. Use standard trade sizes locknut and bushing
at each end terminating in boxes/panel
boards. Ensure electrically continuous
conduit system.
c. Provide independent conduits supports using
hangers, supports or fastenings spaced in
accordance with good engineering practice
and PEC.
d. Use adjustable trapeze hangers for horizontal
parallel runs.
e. Conduits bends shall not be more than the
equivalent of three (3) 90 degree bends
between pulling points.
f. Conduit threads cut on job shall have same
effective lengths, thread dimensions, and
taper as factory threads.
g. Cut ends of conduit square with hand or
power saw and ream to remove burrs and
sharp edges. Do not use wheel cutter.
h. Clamps shall be galvanized malleable iron
one-hole straps, beam clamps or other
approved device with necessary bolts and
expansion shields.
i. Trapeze hangers shall be used for parallel
runs of conduits. Install conduit clamps at
end of each run and at each elbow. Paint
hangers one prime coat of red lead or zinc
chromate, and one finish coat of an approved
color. Hangers are not detailed but must be
adequate to support combined weight of
conduit, conductors and hangers. Submit
shop drawings for approval.
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 l. All underground conduits installed shall be
provided with concrete encasement at least
8cm. thick outer face of conduit.

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 4.2 Wires

1. Wires shall be annealed copper, 98% or better

conductivity, insulated, single, except as noted in
the drawings.
2. 600 volt class type as indicated in the plans.
3. Wires greater than no. 8 mm2 shall be stranded.
4. Minimum size shall be #3.5 TW for power and
lighting circuits.
5. Telephone wires shall be no. 22 AWG jacketed
type, 4 wires.
6. Use standard methods in pulling wires.
7. Splices of wires/cables shall be done inside junction
boxes or auxiliary gutters using standard
connectors. No wires shall be spliced inside
conduits.
8. All wires and cables shall be color coded as

follows: Phase A Red

Phase B

Yellow

Phase C Black

Ground Green

NeutralWhite

4.2 Connectors

Use solderless mechanical pressure - type lugs, copper

4.3 Insulation

All splices shall be properly insulated using 3M electrical

tape. Application of insulation tape shall be equivalent to
the insulation of the wire concerned. Use filler compound,
“Scotch fillat sharp edges to provide smooth surface before
taping.

4.5 Panel board & Circuit Breaker

4.5.1 NEMA type/enclosure unless noted, PEC rules and

regulations, circuit breaker type shall be 230V,
number of pole as required.

4.5.2 Panel boards shall contain a single brand of circuit

breakers and as manufactured by “Schneider
Electric”, “Cutler Hammer” or “GE”.

4.5.3 All circuit breakers used as main shall be “Bolt on”

type molded case, thermal magnetic protective,
quick make, quick break, trip free from handle, trip
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 indicating, number and size as shown in the
schedule. Internal common trip for 2 and 3 pole
breakers.

4.5.4 Breaker minimum interrupting capacities shall be

based on NEMA and UL test procedures.

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 a. 230 volt breakers - 10,000 rms. Symmetrical
amperes at 240V A/C (minimum)

4.5.5 All circuit breakers used as branches rated at below

100 AT and specifically installed in lighting panel
boards shall be be
„bolt-on‟.
4.5.6 Word “space” indicated in the schedule shall mean
that complete bus, insulators, etc. shall be included
ready to accept future circuit breaker of the same
frame size as the largest branch circuit breaker.

DIVISION 13 PLUMBING / SANITARY WORKS

PSW 1.0 SCOPE OF WORKS

1.1 The work to be undertaken under this section shall

consist of the furnishing of all materials, labor tools,
equipment and other facilities and the satisfactory
performance of all work necessary for the complete
installation, testing and operation of the plumbing
system accordance with the applicable drawing and
this section of that specifications consisting of, but
not necessarily limited to the following:

a. Soil, waste and vents pipe system, within the

building up to sewer line.

b. Interior fire protection system consisting of

combination standpipes, valves, fire hose
cabinets, inlets, connectors and portable fire
extinguishers.

c. Water service connection from main

building distribution system.

d. Furnishing, installation and testing of water

closets, lavatories, accessories including
controls & piping works.

e. Furnishing and installation of all plumbing

fixtures, fittings, trims and accessories.

l. All work shall be performed in accordance

with the requirements of all applicable laws
of the Republic of the Philippines and all local
codes and ordinances.

1.2 The contractor is required to refer to all mechanical,

electrical, structural and architectural plans and
specifications all shall investigate all possible
interference and conditions affecting his work in this
section and that of the other sections.

1.3 All plumbing works to be done and sizes of pipe to

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 be used shall be of the sizes, which are required and
in accordance with the NATIONAL PLUMBING CODE
OF THE PHILIPPINES.

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 PSW GENERAL

DRAWING AND SPECIFICATIONS:

a) The contract drawings and the specifications are

complimentary to each other, and any labor or materials
called for by both, if necessary for the successful operation
of any other particular types of equipment shall be
furnished and installed without additional cost of
Procuring Entity.

b) All dimensional locations of fixtures, equipment, floors

and roof drains risers and pipe. Chases shall be
verified on the
architectural drawings and manufacturer‟s catalogs.

c) Upon completion of the work as described herein, the

Contractor shall at his own expense furnish the Procuring
Entity originals and three (3) sets of “AS BUILT” Plans for
future reference and maintenance purposes.

2.2 PROTECTION:

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

2.3 INSTALLATION AND WORKMANSHIP:

a. All labor shall be performed in a first-class,

neat and workman like manner by mechanic
skilled in their work shall be satisfactory to
the Project Architect.

b. No piping in any location shall be closed up,

furred in or covered before testing and the
examination of same by the inspector,
Procuring Entity or their representatives.

PSW 3.0 IDENTIFICATION OF MATERIALS:

a. Each length of pipe, fitting, traps, fixtures,

and device used in the plumbing system
shall have cast, stamped or indelibly
marked on it the manufacturer‟s trade
mark or name, the weight, the type, and
classes of product when so required by the
standards mention above.

b. All plumbing fixtures and fittings installed

without the above trademarks shall be
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 removed and replaced with probably marked
fixtures and fittings without any extra cost to
the Procuring Entity.

PSW 4.0 WATER SUPPLY

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 a. Pipes and fittings for waterline shall be as
SPECIFIED BY EPPI.
b. Valves-All valves, unless otherwise specified
shall be gate valves of size as indicated in
the drawings: for hot water supply, valves
and fittings shall be insulated of a thickness
equal to that of the insulation on the
adjoining pipe, securely fastened in place.

4.1 SANITARY DRAINAGE

a. Soil and waste Pipes and Fittings:

Soil and waste pipes and fittings shall be PVC
pipes (POLYVINYL CHLORIDE) series 1000
Neltex.

b. Vent Pipes and Fittings:

Vent pipes and fittings shall be PVC pipes

c. Shower and Floor Drains:

Shower and floor drains shall be of high
grade, strong, tough, and even grained
metals.

d. Cleanouts:

1. Ceiling cleanouts shall be of the same

material as pipe with sealed screw type,
raised head plug.
2. Floor cleanouts shall be cast-iron body
with brass plug, colt-type or countersunk
head; METMA brand.

4.3 HANGERS, INSERTS AND PIPE SUPPORTS

A. Provide suitable and substantial hangers and

supports for all piping.

B. Support horizontal piping in accordingly

approved sizes where pipe clamps are too
short to connect to the building construction.

PSW 5.0 EXECUTION

5.1 GENERAL INSTALLATION OF PIPES

A. Install pipes approximately as shown on the

drawings, as straight and direct as possible forming right
angles parallel lines with walls and other pipes, and neatly
spaced unless otherwise indicated. Care shall be taken not
to weaken the structural portions of the building.

B. Maintain minimum slope of 3mm (1/8 inch

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 fall per foot) on all soil, waste and drain
lines 100mm in

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 diameter.

C. Do not install pipes or other apparatus in a

manner which will interfere with full swing
of the doors and windows.

D. The arrangement, position and connection of

pipe fixtures, drains, valves and the like
indicated on the drawings shall be followed
as closely as possible, the right is reserved
by the Procuring Entity to change location
and elevations to accommodate conditions
which may arise during the progress of the
work prior to installation, without additional
cost of the Procuring Entity for such changes.
The responsibility for accurately laying out of
the work rests with this Contractor. Should
be found that any work if laid out caused
interference, the matter shall be reported to
the Engineer before connecting the work.

E. Ream all screwed pipes smooth before

installation. Do not bend, flatten, split or
way. injure pipes in any

F. Use reducing fittings, in making reduction in

size of pipe. Bushing will not be allowed unless specifically
approved.

G. Where chrome plated piping is installed,

cut and thread pipe. Bushing will not be allowed unless
specifically approved.

H. Carry fixture connections, concealed in

building constructions, to points above floor, break out close
to underside of fixture and rise exposed to fixture.

I. No piping shall be installed which will

provide a cross or interconnection between a distribution supply
of drinking water of Domestic use and pollution or waste pipe,
the water line shall be placed above the waste pipe in ground
installation.

5.2 INSTALLATION OF WATER SUPPLY PIPES

AND FITTINGS

A. The piping shall be extended to all fixtures,

outlets and equipment. Ends of pipes and outlets shall be capped
or plugged and left ready for future connections.

B. Branch pipe from service line may take off of

main, bottom of main, or side of main, using such cross over
fittings as may be required by structural or installation conditions.

All service pipes, valves and fittings shall be kept

at sufficient distance from other work to
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12.7mm (1/2”) from such other work and not
less than 12.7mm between finished
coverings on the different services. No

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 water piping shall be buried in floors until
after they have been inspected and
approved.

C. Where the branch serves more than one

fixture, the branch shall be increased in size in proportion to
sizes as shown on the drawings.

D. Cast bronze unions shall be installed

at the connection to all equipment so that they may be
conveniently disassembles.

E. Upon completion of water system, flush out

lines and all valve sets to clear system of
particles and dirt.

5.3 INSTALLATION OF SOIL, WASTE, VENT AND

DRAINAGE PIPING

A. Horizontal Drainage Pipe and Vent Piping

Horizontal waste pipe 75mm (3”) and smaller
shall have minimum grade of 6mm (1/4”)
per foot, and for 100mm (4”) and larger,
3mm (1/8”) per foot. Vertical vent pipes
may be connected to a vent lines carrying
other fixtures, the connection to be at least
1.20m (4 feet) above floor on which
the fixtures and located to prevent the use of
any vent lines as waste lines.
Horizontal waste lines
receiving the discharge from two (2) or
more fixtures shall be provided with
vents, unless separate venting of fixtures
noted.

B. Fittings - All changes in pipes sizes on soil

waste line shall be made with reducing
fittings or recessed reducers. All changes in
direction shall be made with the appropriate
use of 45 wyes, half wyes, long sweep
quarter bends, or elbows may use in soil
and waste lines where the change in
direction of flow is from horizontal to vertical,
and on the discharge from water closets.
Where it become necessary to use short
radius fittings in any other location, the
approval of the Procuring Entity shall be
obtained before they are installed.

C. Traps - Each fixture and place of equipment

connection to the drainage system except
fixture with continuous waste shall be
equipped with a trap. Traps shall be placed
as near to fixtures as possible.

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 5.4 FIXTURES AND EQUIPMENT SUPPORTS AND FASTENINGS

All fixtures and equipment shall be supported and

fattened in a satisfactory manner.

A. Where secured to concrete on hollow block, walls,

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 they shall be fastened with 6mm (1/4”) brass
bolts with twenty threads to the inch and of
sufficient length to extend at least 75mm
(3”) into solid concrete on hollow block work;
fitted with loose tubing or sleeve inserts,
shall be securely anchored and installed
flushed with the finished wall and shall be
completely concealed when the fixtures are
installed.

B. Where though bolts are used, they shall be

provided with name plates and washers at
backsets so that head, nuts and washer will
be concealed by plaster. Bolts and nuts shall
be hexagonal and screw shall be provided
chromium brass washers.

C. Upon completion of work, all fixtures,

trimmings, and equipment shall be
thoroughly cleaned, polished and left in first
class condition for final acceptance.

5.5 CLEANING AND PAINTING

A. Prior to acceptance of the work, thoroughly

clean all exposed metal surface and rid of
grease, dirt or other foreign material.
Chrome or nickel - plated piping‟s, fitting
and trimming shall be polished.

B. Pipe hangers, supports and all other iron

work in concealed spaces shall be thoroughly
cleaned and painted with one coat of red
lead and a finish coat of oil enamel paint.

C. All exposed soil, waste and vent piping or

cast iron that are asphalt or tar-coated shall
be given two (2) coats of shellac and two (2)
coats of oil paint.

5.6 WATER SYSTEM TEST

A. Upon completion of the roughing-in and

before fixtures, the entire water piping
system shall be tested at a hydrostatic
pressure of one and half ( 1- 1/2 ) times the
expected working pressure in the system
when in operation, and proven tight at this
pressure or not less than 150 psi gauge.

B. Where a portion of the water piping system

is to be concealed before completion, this
portion shall be tested separately in a
manner to that described for the entire
system, and in the presence of the Procuring
Entity or its representative.
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 5.7 DRAINAGE SYSTEM TEST

A. The entire drainage and venting system shall have

necessary opening which can be plugged to permit
the entire system to be filled with water to the
level of the

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B. The system shall hold this water for a full thirty (30)
minutes during which time there shall be no drop
more than four inches 100mm (4”).

C. If and when the Procuring Entity decides that an

additional test is needed, such as an air or smoke
test on the drainage system, the Contractor shall
perform such test without additional cost to the
Procuring Entity.

DIVISION 14 MECHANICAL WORKS

NOTE :
Contractor / Builder will be provided with List of INVENTORY
OF AIR CONDITIONING UNITS TO BE SUPPLIED BY THE PROCURING
ENTITY – COMING FROM EXISTING OFFICE. This ATTACHMENT
SHALL BE “ ATTACHMENT A“ Such items are prescribed to be RE- Used.

Additional ACUs to be installed are shown in the mechanical plans.

Provision for additional ACUs in excess of what is prescribed will be
considered non-responsive.

4.2.1Relocation of some existing cassette type ACU's (please refer

to the Mechanical Plan M-2)

4.2.2Dismantling, transfer and installation of ACU‟s from existing

PPPCP office to its new location as shown in the mechanical plan

4.2.3 Relocation of Building Owned ACU's as shown in the

mechanical plans

4.2.4Fabrication of Duct connecting to Building Owned ACU's as

shown in the mechanical plans

4.2.4.1The air-conditioning supply ducts shall be of low-

pressure construction and fabricated as per “SMACNA”
(Sheet Metal and Air- Conditioning National Association)
Standards.

4.2.4.2 The air ducts shall be properly insulated with

fiberglass insulation, 32 kg/m³ density with reinforced
aluminum foil vapor barrier on the outside. Insulation
thickness shall be 25mm.
4.2.5Installation of refrigerant lines, drain pipes and electrical
supply on all relocated ACUs

4.2.6 Installation of Exhaust System at the

following areas: Refer to Mechanical Plan M-1 for
details

 Additional Toilets (Male, Female and Executive CR)

 Audio-Visual Room
 Employees Lounge
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  Serving Area/Pantry
 Data Center

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 4.2.7 Installation of return air inlets on all enclosed rooms
supplied by ducted ACUs (Refer to mechanical plans M-2)

DIVISION 15 FIRE PROTECTION

FP 1. General

1. General Description

The scope of work to be done this division of the

specification consist of the fabrication, complete in
all details, of fire protection works at the subject
premises, the installation, except those portions
shall be in accordance with governing Codes and
Regulations and with the specifications, except
where the same shall conflict with the codes, etc.
which, later shall be govern. The requirements in
regards to materials and workmanship specify the
required standards for the furnishing of all labor,
materials and appliances necessary for the
complete installation of the work specified herein
and indicated on the drawings.

2. Drawing and Specifications

1.1 The contract drawing and specifications are

complimentary to each other and any labor or
material for by either, whether or not called for both
if necessary for the successful operation of any of
the particular type of the equipment furnished and
installed without additional cost of the Procuring
Entity.

1.2 All dimensional locations of piping‟s, equipment,

risers and pipes chase shall be verified on the
architectural drawings and manufacturers catalogue

3. Intent

It is not intended that the drawings shall show every

pipes, fittings, valve and equipment. All such items
whether specifically mentioned or not, or indicated
on the drawings, shall be furnished and installed if
necessary to complete the system in accordance
with the best practice of the fire protection trade
and to the satisfaction of the Procuring Entity.

4. Site Investigation

The contractor required to visit the site and to ascertain

himself as to the local conditions and facilities that
may affect his work. He will be deemed to have
done this before preparing his proposal and any
subsequent claims on the ground of inadequate or
inaccurate information will not be entertained
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 5. Shop Drawings.

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 The Contractor shall submit to the Procuring Entity, for
approval, four (4) copies of all shop drawings of
details and connections not shown on the drawings
or details or deviations thereof but required for the
work. The Contractor shall certify that the drawings
have been checked for dimensions, materials,
erection details and conform to the intent of
drawings and specifications.

6. Record Drawing

a. The Contractor shall during the progress of work,

keep a record of the actual installation from that
shown on the contract drawings

b. Upon completion of the work, The Contractor shall

submit four (4) copies of the as built drawings
indicating the work as actually and finally
installed.

7. Guarantee

The Contractor shall guarantee that the fire protection

system is free from all defective workmanship and
materials and will remain so for a period of one (1) year
from date of acceptance of the work. Any defects,
appearing within aforesaid period shall be remedied by
the Contractor at his own expense.

8. Permits

The Contractor shall responsible for securing all the

required construction and operation permits, together
with the certificate of inspections shall be submitted to
the Procuring Entity.

9. Codes and Standard

The work under this contract is to be installed with the

reference to the latest requirements of the following.

a. Philippine National Building Code

b. Fire Code of the Philippines

c. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

d. American National Standards Institute (ANSI)

e. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)

f. Underwriters‟ Laboratories‟ (UL)

g. Factory Mutual (FM)

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 h. National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA)

10. Materials.

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 i. Quality Assurance – All materials to be
used shall be new and shall be conform to
the reference codes and standards. Use of
materials shall further be governed by
other requirements, imposed in other
sections of these specifications‟. Materials
shall be subject to the test necessary their
fitness if so requires.

ii. Alternative Materials – Use of any

materials, not specified in this specification
any be allowed provided such alternative
has been approved further by the
Procuring Entity and provided further that a
test if required, shall be done by an
approved agency in accordance with
generally accepted standards.

iii. Identification of Materials – Each length of

pipe, fittings, equipment, and device used
in the fire protection system shall have
cast, stamped or indelibly marked on it the
manufacturer‟s trademarks or name, the
weight, type and classes or product when
so required by the standards mentioned
above.

b. Galvanized Iron Piping –

i. Type – ERW, ASTM A -120 or A-53

ii. Minimum Wall Thickness – Schedule 40

iii. Joints Threaded joints for pipe sizes 50mm

and smaller. Welded or flange joints for
pipe sizes 63mm and bigger.

iv. Fittings – Malleable iron ANSI B 16.3 for

threaded fittings; Steel ANSI B 16.5 for
welded fittings and steel flange.

v. Valves – Bronze ASTM B 62, 1200 Kpa

for sizes 50mm and bigger UL listed

Gate Valves – O S & T type

Check Valves – Non-slam, swing or water type

Drain Valves – Non-rising stem type, Globe

Valves – Bronze, ASTM B 62 1200 Kpa for

sizes

10.5 Flexible Connector

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 10.5.1 Type – Mechanical grooved coupling,
all iron with Buna gasket

10.5.2 Pressure Rating – 1200 – Kpa

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 10.6 Pipe Hanger and Support

10.6.1 Pipe hanger and sway braces shall be

fabricated with flat bar and angular bar of
appropriate size.

10.6.2 Anchorage of pipe hanger and sway braces

on concrete slab or beam shall be expansion
shields or directly fasten to structural steel
member as shown on details as required.

10.7 Pipe Sleeve

10.7.1 Pipe sleeves black iron pipe, Schedule 40

10.7.2Sleeve shall have a minimum clearance of

25mm around the pipe and caulked with
oakum and mastic sealant.

10.8 Equipment Foundation

10.8.1Equipment foundation shall basically consist

of a steel angles, channels, reinforced
concrete pads and foundations required by
the equipment manufacturer‟s standards

10.9 Electrical Wiring

10.9.1 Power wirings of all equipment shall

be approved by the contractor from the
circuit breaker or junction box installed by
the electrical contractor to the equipment.

10.9.2 All control wirings shall be the sole

responsibility of the contractor

10.9.3 Conduit shall be rigid steel, unless

otherwise noted and must be size in
accordance with the equipment load and
manufacturers standard.

10.9.4 Wire shall be THW, unless otherwise

noted and must be size in accordance with
the equipment load and standards

11. Equipment

i. Quality Assurance – All equipment to be

used shall be new and shall conform to
the reference codes and standards. The
manufacturers shall provide
representatives for start-up supervision

ii. Operation and Maintenance Manual –

The manufacturers shall provide four (4)
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manual, including spare parts list to the
Procuring Entity.

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 b. Sprinkler Head

i. Type –Solder Type

ii. Size -12mm orifice dia. with k=5.6 minimum

iii. Temperature rating – 74 c general area

100 c for high temperature area

iv. Model-Pendent –recessed type, chrome

finish Upright –standard brush finish

Sidewall – horizontal brush finish

c. Alarm Check Valve

i. Alarm check valve shall be constructed

that it shall be used as a check valve and
such that anti-flow of water from the
sprinkler system equal to or greater than
that from a single sprinkler head will result
in continuous flow of water to the water
motor gong thus sounding an audible
alarm

ii. Alarm check valve shall be variable

pressure type consist of retarding
chamber, alarm test valve, alarm shut –
off valve, pressure gauges and pressure
switch. Valve shall be UL listed

iii. Water motor gong shall be 300mm

diameter weatherproof with impeller and
striker assembly which is actuated flow of
water. Gong shall be provided with strainer

d. Water Flow Detector

i. Water flow detector shall be vane operated

with pneumatically retarded switch
assembly mounted on an aluminum base
plate. The retard element shall be adjusted
from 0 to 70 seconds

ii. Water flow detector shall have two SPDT

switches that will close instantaneously at
the flow of water. Switches shall have a
minimum rated capacity of 0.25 amps. 24
VDC

e. Monitor Switch

i. Monitor switch shall consists of a SPDT

Switch, a roller type switch actuator and a
spring loaded plunger

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 ii. Monitor switch shall be installed on floor
control valve or sectionalizing valves such
that turning off the valve will cause the
closing of switch thus sending a trouble
signal

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 f. Sight Flow Connector

i. Sight flow connector shall be 25mm

diameter connected at the drain valves of
the floor control valve. The glass plate shall
withstand 1200 Kpa pressured

g. Fire Hose Cabinet

i. Unit shall consist of the following

One (1) – 40mm x 30mm single jacket

hose with brass coupling
One (1) – 40mm combination fog and solid
stream nozzle, brass
One (1) - semi-automatic rack, brass finish and
hose nipples
One (1) – 40mm angle valve, brass finish
One (1) spanner wrench
One (1) 4.5 kg. Dry chemical fire extinguisher,
Class ABC, UL/FM

ii. Fire Hose Cabinet shall be subject to the

approval of the Procuring Entity.

h. Fire Department Connections

i. type – Threaded type, to match the

local fire department requirement
ii. Pressure Rating –Kpa
iii. Finish – Rough Brass
iv. Uses and Sizes

Siamese Twin – 150x63x63mm Female connector

Roof Manifold -150 x63 x 63 Male connector

Fire Hose Valve- 63mm Male Connector

Sprinkler – 150 x 63 x63mm Female connector

street inlet

v. All fire department signs shall be

provided with caps, chains and signs

i. SIGNS

i. Identification signs shall be provided as

required by NFPA codes or as shown on the
drawing

ii. Identification signs shall have red

background and white letter sizes that are
easily readable

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 12.1 Workmanship

12.1.1The work throughout shall be executed in

the best and most thorough manner in
accordance with NFPA standard and to the
satisfaction of the Procuring Entity, who will
jointly interpret the meaning of the
drawings and specifications and shall have
power to reject ant work and materials
which in their judgment are not in full
accordance therewith

12.1.2This Contractor shall assume unit

responsibility and shall provide the service
of the qualified Engineer to supervise the
complete installation of equipment and
systems and who shall be available for
conducting the final acceptance test.

12.1.3All equipment shall be installed in

accordance with NFPA standard and in
accordance with the manufacturer‟s
standard Certificate of Compliance by the
manufacturer‟s representative shall be
submitted to the Procuring Entity.

12.2 Piping‟s Installation

12.2.1 Install pipe hanger parallel to the

building line or as shown on the drawing

12.2.2Install essentially as shown on the drawing.

Modify as required to clear the building
structure and openings, lights, ducts, and
other services

12.2.3 Install valves where it can be conveniently

operated from the floor. Valve system shall
be installed upright or horizontal only.

12.2.4Provide adequate spacing between walls

and other piping‟s permit servicing of
valves and other devices.

12.2.5Provide pipes sleeves for all piping‟s

passing through building structures

12.2.6Install piping to permit natural drainage by

gravity towards to control valve.

12.3 Pipe, Hanger, and Support Installation

12.3.1All supports shall be independent of the

ceiling suspension and other system such as
duct works and other piping.
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 12.3.2Sway braces shall be installed on feed
mains and cross main to avoid piping
oscillations.

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 12.3.3Risers shall be supported by attachment
directly to the risers or by hanger located on
the horizontal connection close to the riser.

12.3.4Hangers or Branch lines – There shall be at

least 1 hanger for each sprinkler installed
on the branch lines.

12.3.5Hangers or Cross mains – There should

be at least 1 hanger between 2 branch
line.

12.3.6 Hanger for Risers – There should be at

least 1 hanger for every floor.

12.4 Painting

12.4.1 All above ground piping shall be painted with

2 coats of primer (anti-rust) paints and one
coat of red enamel finishing paint

12.5 Cleaning and Protection

12.5.1 Before erection, remove all foreign materials

from the pipes

12.5.2 During construction, cap or otherwise

protect all expose finished pipe ends. Remove
all temporary preservatives coatings from
valves and accessories

12.6 Testing

12.6.1 Simulation Testing –of sprinkler system

(including pumps)by burning of one or more
sprinkler heads shall be performed in the
presence of the Procuring Entity or its
representatives.

12.7 Alarm Interconnection

12.7.1 The Contractor shall coordinate with the

Alarm Contractor for the interconnection of the
Sprinkler alarm to the building fire alarm system.
Conduits and wires shall be provided by this
Contractor

DIVISION 16 FURNITURE

The Contractor shall supply, delivery and install the following items
at the new office:

17.1Eight (8) sets of Executive Tables, Executive Chairs and

Visitor‟s Chair for 2 DED‟s and 6 Service Directors
Each set consist of the following:
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 * 1 - Executive Table - 25 mm Thick Table Top with legs,
modesty and shelf, MFC Wengue Finish
* 1 - Executive Chair – Mesh Type with Gas Lift, Plastic Arms
and Base with Fabric Seat

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 * 2 - Visitor’s Chair – Sled Type Base Fabric Chair

17.2 Seven (7)units of Executive Chairs for 1 ED, 1 DG and 5

Asst. Directors
*Executive Chair – Mesh Type with Gas Lift, Plastic Arms and Base
with Fabric Seat

17.3 Fourteen (14) units of Visitor‟s Chairs for 1 ED, 1 DG and

5 Asst. Directors
*Visitor’s Chair – Sled Type Base Fabric Chair

17.4 Nineteen (19) workstations, chairs, mobile pedestals and

meeting room tables for Division Chiefs
Each set consist of the following:
*1 - Workstation – see detailed plan (A3 size) for details
*1 - Executive Chair – Mesh Type with Gas Lift, Plastic Arms and
Base with Fabric Seat
*1 - Mobile Pedestal – 3-drawer mobile pedestal. Powder coated
finish w/ divider and pencil tray
*1 - Meeting table - 3 cm. thick round table top in cherry laminate
w/ B.I. Pipe – spray painted finish
*2 - Visitor’s Chair – Sled Type Base Fabric Chair

17.4 Sixty (60) chairs for Regular Staff

*Staff Chair – Heavy Duty Gas Lift w/ Black Revolving Base. Mesh
Back Rest and Fabric Seat in Black Finish

17.5 One (1) lot Tables and Thirty-Six(36)Chairs for Main Conference Room
*Conference Table – 25 mm Thick Table Top and Leg Panel, MFC
Dark Brown Finish with Steel Legs. The table should be able to
accommodate wire management for the conference system.
*Executive Chair – Mesh Type with Gas Lift, Plastic Arms and
Base with
Fabric Seat

17.6 One (1) lot Tables and Twelve (12)Chairs for Conference Room no. 4
*Conference Table – 25 mm Thick Table Top and Leg Panel, MFC
Dark Brown Finish with Steel Legs. The table should be able to
accommodate wire management for the conference system.
*Executive Chair – Mesh Type with Gas Lift, Plastic Arms and Base
with Fabric Seat

17.7 One Hundred One (102) Workstation Tables for Staff

*Workstation – see attached detailed plans (A3 size) for details
Note: Mobile Pedestals will not be included in the proposal

17.8 Eleven (11) sets Monoblock Tables and Chairs for

Employees‟ Lounge/ Pantry. Each set consist of the following:
*1 Circular Table
*4 Chairs

17.9 Fabrication of cabinets/table on the following areas:

17.9.1 Information Desk Counter

17.9.2 Info Desk Back Draft Panel

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 17.9.3 Supply Room

17.9.4 Records Room

17.9.5 Serving Area

17.9.6 Main Conference Room

17.9.7 Library Area

17.9.8 Cashier and Releasing Area

17.10 Supply of one (1) unit Cashier‟s Vault/ Safe File Cabinet
*Fabricated with heavy guage BI cold rolled steel sheet guage #18
*One (1) vault on top, purely insulated asbestos, imported combination lock
*Two (2) legal files, mounted with roller bearing, imported combination lock
*Four (4) hours fire resistant

See Furniture Plan for more details.

DIVISION 18 WARRANTY

18.1 ETON Centris VRF Air-conditioning Units

Warranty for the relocation, modification of the VRF and refrigeration

piping would be for the account of the general contractor.

18.2 ETON Centris Fire Protection

Warranty for the relocation, modification of the sprinkler heads, pipes

and fittings and smoke detectors would be for the account of the
general cont

AR. KLENT EVRAN JALECO, UAP

REG NO. 481141
TIN 716- 489- 137- 000
PTR NO. 1346663

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