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SECTION 1

GENERAL

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1. PROJECT SPECIFICATION

1.1 GENERAL

1.1.1 Qatar Construction Specification

1 All work to be executed under this contract shall be carried out in accordance
with the Qatar Construction Specification latest edition amplified or amended by
the Project Specifications included within this section.

1.1.2 Location of the sites

1 The sites of the works are located at:

Umm Al Seneem (Ain Khaled) At Outskirt of Southern Doha.

The boundaries thereto are indicated on the Tender Drawings.

2 The Contractor shall establish his entry and exit routes to the Site with the
Engineer and shall alter these routes as and when directed.

3 The Contractor shall not use the site for any other purpose other than that of
carrying out this contract.

1.1.3 Description and Scope of the Works

1 Description

(a) The scope of construction contract works cover the Construction of Health
Center at Umm Al Seneem (Ain Khaled - Package 7). The project
comprises Prototype B Health Center as described below:
(b) The construction method is generally of reinforced concrete structure and
block work with all associated finishes, MEP Works services and external
works including paving and bitumen work, car parking and all associated
soft and hard landscaping. The Works would generally include, not by way
of limitations, the followings:
(i) The Mobilization,
(ii) Setting Out,
(iii) Temporary Hoarding,
(iv) Provision, equip and maintain Engineer’s Representative Site Office,
(v) Excavation,
(vi) Dewatering as applicable at different locations,
(vii) Reinforced Concrete Foundation Construction, filling, slab on grade,
ground beams, columns, reinforced concrete, walls, suspended slab,
(viii) Blockwork internal and external,
(ix) Plastering,
(x) Tiling,

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(xi) Metal and carpentry,

(xii) Waterproofing,
(xiii) External Works,
(xiv) Paving, landscape soft and hard and all associated MEP and external
works.
(xv) Handing Over, and Demobilization

2 Scope

(a) Umm Al Seneem (Ain Khaled) Health Center:

(i) Prototype B with an approximate BUA of 33,980 m2
(ii) consist of basement around 25,680 m2, Ground floor around 4050
m2, and first Floor of around 3565m2
(iii) Ground floor & First Floor of the clinic comprises:
1) Men’s clinic, Women’s Clinic, Dental clinic, Walk-in clinic,
Radiology, Pharmacy, Lab, Storages, Admin,
2) Chronic disease clinic, Multipurpose room , pre-marital services,
staff facilities, Internal Open courtyards.
(iv) Basement comprises: Public & Staff Parking
(v) Ancillary Building
(vi) Watchman room/waste room

(b) With all associated MEP and external works

1.1.4 Site Visit

1 The Contractor shall be deemed to have visited the sites before completing his
Tender in order to acquaint himself fully with the project, prevailing conditions,
site access and availability of services. No claim for extensions of time or
additional costs shall be entertained due to the Contractor’s lack of compliance
with this clause.
2 The Contractor shall make all necessary arrangements for providing safe and
expeditious access to the various parts of the site and maintain, safeguard and
reinstate all access works, which may be required for that purpose. All temporary
access points shall be properly controlled and manned by gatemen for security
purposes.
3 The Contractor shall ensure that none of the aforementioned access work
(whether of a permanent or temporary nature) shall obstruct or impede services,
drainage or irrigation systems.
4 The Contractor shall establish his entry and exit routes to the site with the
Engineer and shall alter these routes as and when directed.

1.1.5 Proprietary Named Items

1 Proprietary named items included within this Project Specification are a guide to
the quality of such items. The Contractor shall be permitted to offer other
proprietary materials, which are similar and approved. However, the Contractor
shall be deemed to have priced for the items as named and not for any
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alternative that may be submitted later.

1.1.6 Methods Statements

1 Whenever mentioned in the Scope of Works, the Contactor shall provide a

method statement for the different components of the works and for any new or
repair work to the approval of the Engineer. All costs associated with the
preparation, submission and approval of these method statements shall be
included in the tender price.

1.1.7 Materials from AGCC States

1 Notwithstanding Section 1, Part 9, Item 9.1.2 of QCS, wherever possible and

insofar as the same conforms to the standards required by this Specification, all
materials, goods etc., shall be obtained from local (Qatar based) manufacturers
and producers.

1.1.8 The Contract Price shall be fully inclusive

1 The Contractor shall be deemed to have included in the Contract Price for
everything essential for the proper completion of the works whether or not shown
on the drawings or included in the Specifications.

1.1.9 Samples and Sample Panels (QCS 1-9.1.6)

1 Further to the requirement of Section 1- Part 9, Item 9.1.2 of QCS the Contractor
shall submit samples, sample panels and manufacturer's literature in respect of
all materials, products and equipment required for the Works, before ordering or
use, for the approval of the Engineer. The provision of all samples and sample
panels shall be at the Contractor's own expense.
2 The Contractor at his own cost shall engage a third party QA/QC bodies and / or
testing agency to perform all tests.
3 The costs of all tests necessary to ensure compliance with the contract
documentation, including the cost of delivery to the testing laboratory off-site,
shall be borne by the Contractor. Such tests shall be undertaken by third party
QA/QC bodies and / or testing agencies, as specified for quality control testing
and/or third party inspections, the services of which are to be engaged by the
Contractor at his own costs.
4 The Costs for performing testing, retesting and re-inspecting construction that
replaces or is necessitated by work that failed to comply with the Contract
Documents will be charged to the Contractor.
5 The Contractor shall submit a certified written report, in duplicate, of each quality-
control service.

1.1.10 Delivery and Storage of Materials (QCS 1-9.2 and 9.4)

1 Checking compliance of products and materials: The Contractor shall check all
delivery tickets, labels, identification marks and where appropriate, the goods
themselves to ensure that all products comply with the Specification. Where
different types of any product are specified, he shall ensure that the correct type
is being used in each location. In particular, the following shall be checked:

2 Protection of products and materials.

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(a) The Contractor shall:

(i) Prevent over-stressing and any other type of physical damage.
(ii) Keep clean and free from contamination and staining.
(iii) Keep dry and in a suitably low humidity atmosphere to prevent
premature setting, moisture movement and similar defects. Where
appropriate, allow free air movement around and between stored
components.
(iv) Prevent excessively high or low temperatures and rapid changes of
temperature in the material.
(v) Protect adequately from rain, sun and other elements as appropriate.
(vi) Keep different types and grades of materials separate and adequately
identified.
(vii) So far as possible, keep materials in their original wrappings, packing
or containers, with unbroken seals, until immediately before they are
used.

1.1.11 Protection (QCS 1-9.2.5)

1 Security: The Contractor shall take all measures necessary, including watching
and lighting at night, to prevent unauthorised entry to the Site and to safeguard
the Site, the Works, materials, Plant, Contractor's Equipment and Temporary
Works against damage from trespass and theft.
2 Protection: The Contractor shall cover up and protect each section of completed
work from damage by water, extreme heat and inclement weather or from
damage caused by later operations and shall make good any damage to the
satisfaction of the Engineer.
3 Stability: The Contractor shall ensure that stability and structural integrity of the
Works are maintained during construction and shall provide temporary supports
where necessary and shall not overload any part of the Works with materials,
Plant or Contractor's Equipment
4 Moisture: The Contractor shall prevent any part of the Works from becoming wet
or damp where this may cause damage and shall provide fuel, equipment and
attendance as necessary to dry out the Works in such a manner as to prevent
blistering and failure of adhesion, damage due to entrapped moisture or
excessive movement.

5 The Contractor shall take all measures to prevent the works from becoming
infested by rodents or insects

1.1.12 Contractor's Temporary Buildings (QCS 1-12.2)

1 The Contractor shall maintain an office at the Site to the approval of the
Engineer, such office shall be maintained and kept open throughout the whole
period of the Works to receive instructions and other communications, until the
Works shall have been completed.
2 The Contractor shall provide suitable storage sheds and fenced compounds to
safeguard all materials and plant delivered to site and to protect from damage by
weather or other adverse conditions all materials and goods that are liable to
damage.
3 The Contractor shall provide workshops and equipment for the manufacture and

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or assembly of work on site

4 All latrines and other similar facilities shall be connected to the permanent
drainage system if available. Use of Earth closets, chemical closets or sewage
holding tanks will be subject to Engineers Approval

1.1.13 Engineer Site Facilities – (QCS-1-11.2)

The Contractor shall proceed with the provision of the portable offices, which
shall be for the exclusive use of the Engineer/Consultant immediately following
the award of the Contract and shall provide temporary alternative accommodation
to the to the Engineer’s approval until such time as the offices are made available
(refer to QCS 2014 11.3.3.5 & 11.2.3.6 & 11.3.3.7 & 11.3.3.8 & 11.3.3.9 &
11.3.3.10 & 11.3.3.11)

1 Engineer Site Offices

(a) – 1 No. office 4 x 9 m

(b) + 1 No toilet 1.6 x 2.2 m
(c) - 2 Nos. offices 4 x 4 m
(d) - Pantry 2 x 4 m
(e) - 1 No Toilet 1.6 x 2.2 m

2 Consultant’s Offices

(a) Consultant’s Site Office

(i) - 1 No. office 4 x 9 m
(ii) +1 No. toilet 1.6 x 2.2 m
(iii) - 5 Nos. offices 4 x 4 m
(iv) - 2 Nos. toilet 1.6 x 2.2 m
(v) -1 No. Secretary room 4 x 4 m
(vi) - 1 No. archive room 4 x 4 m
(vii) - 1 No. site sample room 4 x 9 m
(b) Each office 4 x 9 m shall be provided with the following furniture to the
approval of the Engineer:
(i) 1 No. kneehole pattern desk with a total of six lockable drawers and
approximately 1500 x 800 x 760 mm in size.
(ii) 1 No. swivel chair with armrests.
(iii) 2 Nos. chairs with armrests.
(iv) 1 No. round meeting table with 8 chairs with armrests.
(v) 1 No. hanging file or plan chest suitable for A0 size prints.
(vi) 1 No. wastepaper basket.
(vii) 1 No. two drawer filing cabinet.
(viii) 1 No. wall mounted pin board, 1000 x 3000 mm in size.
(c) Each site office shall be provided with the following furniture to the approval
of the Engineer:
(i) 2 Nos. kneehole pattern desks with a total of six lockable drawers and
approximately 1500 x 800 x 760 mm in size.
(ii) 2 Nos. swivel chairs with armrests.
(iii) 2 Nos. chairs with armrests.
(iv) 1 No. hanging file or plan chest suitable for A0 size prints.
(v) 1 No. wastepaper basket.

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(vi) 2 Nos. two drawer filing cabinet.

(vii) 1 No. wall mounted pin board, 1000 x 2000 mm in size.
(d) Each toilet shall be provided with the following sanitary fittings to the
approval of the Engineer and an adequate supply of hot and cold water at
all times:
(i) 1 No. low level WC suite.
(ii) 1 No. Wash-hand basin.
(iii) 1 No. shower tray, mixer fittings, rose and shower curtain.
(iv) 1 No. toilet roll holder, towel rail, soap dish and mirror.
(v) A suitable number of cups, saucers and drinking glasses.
(e) The meeting room shall be provided with the following furniture to the
approval of the Engineer:
(i) 1 No. conference table for 16 persons.
(ii) 16 Nos. swivel chairs with armrest.
(iii) 1 No. wall mounted white board 1000 x 2000 mm in size.
(iv) 1 No. wall mounted pin board, 1000 x 3000 mm in size.
(v) 1 No. hanging file or plan chest suitable for A0 size prints.
(f) The archive and samples room shall be provided with Shelf units for
documents and approved samples with 5 tiers of shelves 400 mm wide x
2400 mm long overall, to the approval of the Engineer:
(g) Each Kitchen/Pantry shall be provided with the following equipment to the
approval of the Engineer:
(i) 1 No. stainless steel single bowl single drainer sink with hot and cold
water and cupboards underneath.
(ii) 1 no. floor mounted two door cupboards to match sink.
(iii) Cabinets and shelves to match sink, as required.
(iv) 2 ring cooker and microwave.
(v) 1 No. Refrigerator/Freezer with a capacity no less than 500 litres.
(vi) 1 No. three pint kettle and sufficient crockery and cutlery.
(vii) A suitable number of mugs, cups, saucers, and drinking glasses.
(viii) Table coasters for use on desk tops.
(ix) Hand towels and drying up cloths, laundered regularly.
(x) Dishwashing facilities, clothes, sponges and washing up liquid, all
replaceable.
(xi) Cleaning brushes, mop, bucket and floor clothes.
(h) The Contractor shall insure the site offices against fire, burglary and other
risks.
(i) The Contractor shall keep on site at all times an adequate supply of clean,
fresh, chilled drinking water for the consumption of the .
(j) The Contractor shall maintain the offices in a clean and sanitary condition.
(k) All furniture and equipment shall remain the property of the Contractor and
shall be removed following completion of the works.
3 Telephones and facsimile Machines

(a) The Contractor shall supply and install a telephone in each office and the
meeting room. Each Telephone shall be connected to a private address
box exchange (PABX) system. The Contractor shall also supply and install

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a facsimile machine. The telephones, PABX system and Facsimile system

shall conform to the relevant provisions of any Telecom Provider standard
or requirement ( refer to QCS 2014 11.4.7.3 & 11.4.7.4 & 11.4.7.5)

4 Attendance

(a) Assistance to the Engineer/Consultant

(i) The Contractor shall provide assistance to the Engineer/Consultant in

carrying out his duties.
(ii) The Contractor shall provide for the use of the
Engineer’s/Consultant’s Representative and his staff, any
chainman/assistants to carry out any duties whatsoever, as required
by the Engineer’s Consultant’s Representative.
(b) Contract Administration

(i) The Contractor shall provide secretaries, cleaners and tea person for
the exclusive use of the Engineer/Consultant for the duration of the
Contract.
5 Internet Facilities (QCS 2014 1-11.3.5)

(a) The Contractor shall provide ADSL internet connection at each office for
the use of the Engineer/Consultant only.
(b) The contractor shall provide Q-Tel ground services line for providing
telephone line and in case of non-availability of Q-tel ground services, the
contractor shall provide alternative such as GSM line on his cost for the
exclusive use of the .

6 Photocopier

(a) The Contractor shall provide a new two photocopiers for the sole use of the
Engineer/Consultant. The performance specification for the photocopier
shall be as detailed in the project documentation (refer to QCS 2014
11.4.3.2 , 11.4.3.3, 11.4.3.4, 11.4.3.5, 11.4.3.6, 11.4.3.7, 11.4.3.8, 11.4.3.9,
11.4.3.10).

7 Car parking facilities ( QCS1-11.2.4)

Parking areas shall be paved or have a finished surface as approved by the

Engineer and shall be covered with a suitable canopy to provide shading,
for a minimum of 20 cars.

8 Utility Connections

(a) General
(i) The Contractor shall make all arrangements and pay all charges in
connection with the installation, maintenance, operation and removal
of the service utilities described in this clause
(b) Electricity
(i) The Contractor shall arrange for the provision of an uninterrupted
electrical power supply to the Engineer’s/Consultant’s offices during
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all working hours and any at other time as requested by the

Engineer/Consultant for the duration of the Contract.
(c) Water
(i) The Contractor shall arranged for the provision of an uninterrupted
water supply to the Engineer’s/Consultant’s offices during all working
hours and at any other time as requested by the Engineer/Consultant
for the duration of the Contract.
(ii) The Contractor shall provide inline filters on all water supplies into
Employer and Engineer’s Consultant’s site facilities. The Contractor
shall maintain these at regular intervals as per manufacturer
instruction throughout the duration of the work order.

9 Telephone (QCS 2014 1-11.3.4)

(a) The Contractor shall provide telephone lines for the sole use of
Engineer/Consultant.
(b) The Contractor shall make all arrangements and pay the fees in connection
with the installation and call charges due or occurred during the Contract
period only
10 Provision of Equipment and Supplies

(a) The following items of equipment, supplies and associated level of services
shall be provided as follows:
(b) Computers, Scanners & Printers
(i) The Contractor shall provide new computers and printers with all
consumables necessary for its operation, for the sole use of the
engineer as per the following specification:
1) Intel Pentium IV Processor 2.8 GHz
2) 8GB DDR3 RAM, 250 GB Hard Disc (10 Krpm), 768 MB
dedicated NVIDIA FX1800 or higher; 1 Gbps LAN connection
3) DVD - ROM + Soundcard (Full Duplex)
4) 3 COM/XIRACOM10/100 LAN CARD
5) 56 KB Fax Modem
6) Software: Original, latest Arabic/English version, multi-user
licensed copies of the following software programs for specified
operating system, together with user manuals:
7) "Microsoft Professional Office", including 'Word', 'Excel', 'Power
Point', 'Access' and 'Outlook'.
a) "Microsoft Internet Explorer".
b) "Primavera Project Planner".
c) "AutoDesk AutoCAD.
d) "Norton AntiVirus".
8) Internet: Multi-user subscription and connection to approved,
local, Internet service provider.

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9) LaserJet Printers: A4 Size B&W, Xerox 3600DN or similar (one

unit for each Site – total 2 units)
10) Multifunction Printers: A3 Size Colored, Xerox 8560MFP/D or
similar (one unit for each Site – total 2 units)
(c) The Contractor shall maintain the computers and printers for the
duration of the Contract only.
1.1.14 Measuring and Recording Equipment (QCS 1-11.4.4)

1 Surveying Equipment and Assistance: Make available on site suitable surveying

equipment to the Engineer's requirements, in good condition, to enable the
Engineer's Representative to check setting out etc. Provide chainmen and other
assistants if required.
2 Thermometers: Provide on Site: maximum and minimum thermometer for
measurement of atmospheric temperature thermometer for measurement of
concrete and ground temperature.
3 Test Equipment: Make available to the Engineer's Representative all test
equipment required for carrying out tests on materials or finished work required
by the Specification.
4 Inspection facilities: Provide all ladders, access, lighting, and other facilities and
assistance required by the Engineer's Representative to inspect any part of the
Works.

1.1.15 Temporary Site Hoarding, Fans, Screens Etc (QCS 1-4.5.1)

1 The Contractor is to provide site hoarding, screens, etc., to the standard

described in QCS Section 1.Part 4.5, including all necessary maintaining,
adaptation and removal upon completion.
2 Elsewhere the Contractor shall provide all requisite safety and security measures
including temporary screens, barriers, guardrails and the like and shall alter and
adapt as necessary as the construction of the works progresses.
3 All temporary site hoardings, screens, barriers, guardrails and the like shall be to
the prior approval of the Engineer.
4 The Contractor's attention is also drawn to his obligations and responsibilities in
respect of QCS Section 1-Part 4, Item 4.4, Watching and Lighting.
5 The Contractor shall provide a pattern / logo as directed by the Engineer.

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1.1.16 Name Boards and Advertising (QCS 1-12.3 and 12.4)

1 The Contractor shall erect and dismantle and remove on completion of the works
a temporary name board written in Arabic and English and shall have the
following:

(i) Name of Project and its purpose.

(ii) Name of client: as advised by Engineer
(iii) Name of Consulting Offices
(iv) Name of Main Contractor

2 Size of board perspective view drawing to be obtained from the Consultant/Client.

1.1.17 Contractor's Progress Report (QCS 1-7.8)

1 Special Records: In the event of delays for which an extension of time for
completion is sought under Clause 44, or in the event of any claim for costs, the
Contractor shall keep such special records of the circumstances as the
Engineer's Representative may require, and submit copies regularly for his
inspection.
2 Photographs: In addition to the Contractors report, provide progress photographs
taken from ten approved stations on the site at monthly intervals and submit 3
prints not less than 20 cm x 25 cm of each negative.

1.1.18 Restriction to the Use of the Site

1 All access ways shall be cleaned regularly and washed down with water and any
damage caused to the existing roadways shall be repaired immediately to match
the surrounding finishes entirely at the Contractor’s own cost.
2 Any damage caused to existing structures, existing building fabric/ components /
finishes of whatsoever nature, existing services and existing hard and soft
landscaping as a result of carrying out the works shall be repaired immediately to
match existing to the entire satisfaction of the Engineer and entirely at the
Contractor’s own cost.
3 The Contractor should note that photography on the site and in the areas
surrounding the site is strictly forbidden.
4 The Contractor shall allow for any other contractor’s access, Services Authorities
access, and security checks authorized by the Employer. All costs in connection
with such access shall be deemed to be included in the tender price.

1.1.19 Temporary Roads (QCS 1- 3.21)

1 The Contractor shall be required to maintain and provide satisfactory temporary

access and traffic flow to and from and within the areas of the Works. Temporary
traffic signs and lighting for temporary roads and diversions are to be strict
accordance with the requirements of the Qatar Traffic manual and any additional
requirements instructed by the Traffic Police or the Engineer. Details of proposals
for any such temporary measures are to be submitted by the Contractor for
approval by the Traffic Police and the Engineer unless otherwise instructed. Such
approval shall not relieve the Contractor of any of his duties or responsibilities
under the Contract.
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fronting the roads affected by the Works.

1.1.20 Maintenance of Roads (QCS 1-4.3.1)

1 The Contractor will be held responsible for any damage caused by him, his work
people, Sub-Contractors or Suppliers to public or private roads, paved areas
paths verges, trees, shrubs, fences, boundary walls, gates, signs, drains, ducts
and services during the execution of the Contract and shall bear the cost of
making good any damage to the entire satisfaction of the local and other
authorities and owners. The Contractor shall keep all private roads and paths
clean and free from dirt and debris and any obstruction associated with the
Works, which would prejudice the safe and unimpeded normal use of the said
roads and paths.

1.1.21 Security Requirements (QCS 1-10.6.1)

1 The Contractor shall allow for complying with any current security regulations and
requirements, which may be applicable to the site. The Contractor will be deemed
to have acquainted himself thoroughly with all security regulations that may be in
force at the time of submission of tender and to have allowed in his tender for
their effect upon his operations with regard to the supply of labour and materials,
access to site and project execution generally. No claim will be entertained for the
Contractor’s lack of knowledge of security regulations. The Contractor shall
ensure that his workforce and staff on site adhere strictly to cultural restrictions.
2 The Contractor shall ensure that his workforce, staff and visitors on site adhere
strictly to cultural restrictions.
3 The cost of any delay resulting from the security requirements and regulations
will deemed to be included in the tender price.
4 The Contractor shall ensure that his Workmen remain in the work area assigned
to them at any given time. Any breach of this requirement shall render the
worker(s) liable for instant and permanent removal from all areas of the site.

1.1.22 Restriction of Working Hours

1 The Contractor shall be only permitted to work from 6.00 am to 6.00 pm.
Extended hours will be permitted only with the Engineer’s authorization. Noise is
to be kept to a minimum.

1.1.23 Programme (QCS 1-7.4)

1 The Contractor shall provide a computer-based programme in critical path

network form, showing at least the following information:

(a) Contract milestones (Engineer's order to commence, Commencement

Date, date for completion of sections of the Works, date for completion of
the whole of the Works etc.)
(b) Durations and earliest/latest start and completion dates for each
construction activity
(c) Float time for each activity.
(d) Total float time.
(e) Dates and times for procurement of materials and plant.

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(f) Dates and times for performance of work by Subcontractors

(g) Dates for supply by the Engineer of drawings and other information.
(h) Dates for submission by the Contractor of shop drawings, samples and the
like and dates for approval by the Engineer
(i) Dates and times for work to be performed by other contractors or for
materials and plant to be supplied by the Employer.
(j) Dates and times for testing and commissioning plant and engineering
installations.

2 Resource Schedules: The computer program used for preparing the programme
shall also be used for preparation of resource schedules to be submitted to the
Engineer with the programme. The resource schedules shall show at least the
following information:

(a) Numbers and classes of workmen to be employed on the Site for each
activity.
(b) Materials to be used for each activity.
(c) Contractor's Equipment and Temporary Works to be supplied or
constructed and the dates for supply, construction and removal.

3 Cash Flow Estimate: Contractor shall prepare a cash flow estimate, using the
computer programme, for submission to the Engineer.
4 Monitoring: The Contractor shall monitor progress of the works and the supply of
resources and cash flow compared with the programme, schedules and estimate
and shall revise the programme, schedules and estimate as required by
Conditions of Contract Clause 14. Copies of revised programmes etc. and
notices of actual and forecast delays and shortfalls shall be regularly given to the
Engineer.

1.1.24 Cleaning the Works (QCS 1-20)

1 Further to the requirements of Section 1- Part 20 of QCS and Conditions of

Contract Clause 33 (3), the Contractor shall clear the site and any buildings
thereon of all materials, plant, rubbish and building debris of any nature to a tip
designated by the relevant Municipality for the area and shall ensure that the
area surrounding the Works is clean and to the natural level of the surrounding
land.
2 If the Contractor fails to comply with the foregoing requirement within 30 days of
Practical Completion of the Works the Engineer may, in addition to the terms of
the Conditions of Contract:

(a) Clear the site using another contractor and deduct the costs so incurred
from any monies due to the Contractor, and
(b) Delay final payment to the Contractor until such time as the Site has been
cleared to the satisfaction of the Engineer and relevant municipality.

1.1.25 Drawings to Be Provided By the Contractor

1 General: The Engineer will supplement the Contract Drawings with further
drawings issued in accordance with Clause 8 of the Conditions of Contract as he

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deems necessary. The Contractor shall prepare all other drawings required for
Temporary Works and for fabrication and co-ordination of trades and prepare all
shop drawings and other drawings and documents required under the contract.
2 Design and Shop Drawings: Prepare and submit for approval, specifications,
calculations, manufacturers' data etc. as required by the Specification or
instructed by the Engineer in good time to meet the programme (including an
allowance of 15 days for Engineer's approval and extra time for resubmission in
the case of rejection) and, in any case, a minimum of 45 days before the work is
to be commenced or order placed, as appropriate. Carefully check drawings
before submission to ensure that no conflict exists with other parts of the work.
3 Supporting data, such as manufacturers' standard details, performance
standards etc., are to be in English, or accompanied by a translation, and are to
be properly referenced to the Drawings and Specifications.
4 Procedure for submission and approval:

(a) Submit two copies of drawings and other documents for approval to the
Engineer.
(b) Within 15 days of receipt at the Engineer's design office, the Engineer will
return one copy of the drawings stamped as:
(i) approved, or
(ii) Approved subject to amendments shown on the returned copy or in
an accompanying letter, or
(iii) Rejected, with recommendations for resubmission
(c) In the case of approval, work may be commenced or orders placed
(d) In the case of approval with qualifications, work may be commenced or
orders placed, at the Contractor's risk; providing the qualifications are
implemented. Submit revised drawings for approval.
(e) In case of rejection, resubmit until approval is obtained.
(f) Provide four copies, and reproducible copy if required, of all approved
material

1.1.26 As Built Record Drawings (QCS 1-7.10.2)

1 The Contractor shall prepare As-Built Record Drawings and submit them to the
Engineer for approval. Upon approval, the Contractor shall submit a further four
(4) copies of each As-Built Record Drawing to the Engineer. All As-Built record
Drawings shall be prepared on clear white polyester film or other durable and
easily reproducible medium approved by the Engineer.

1.1.27 Site Administration (1-6.3)

1 Contractor's Site Meetings: The Contractor shall hold such meetings as are
necessary for co-ordination of subcontractors and review of progress.
2 Co-ordination of Subcontractors etc.: The Contractor shall co-ordinate the work of
all trades and subcontractors so as to avoid delay and disruption or abortive
work. The Contractor shall provide all drawings, dimensions and other
information required for the proper execution of subcontract works and of
associated builder's work, and shall accept responsibility for the accuracy and
fitness of subcontract works.

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1.1.28 Statutory and Other Obligations

1 Noise, Pollution and Nuisance: The Contractor shall ascertain and comply with
any regulations concerning noise, pollution and other nuisance in addition to the
obligations imposed by the Conditions of Contract and by law.
2 Noise: Compressors, percussion tools and vehicles are to have effective
silencers of a type recommended by the manufacturers of the equipment.
Pneumatic drills and other noisy appliances shall not be used during days of rest
or after normal working hours without consent of the Engineer's Representative.
3 Nuisance: The Contractor shall take necessary precautions to prevent nuisance
from smoke, dust, rubbish, water, polluted effluent and other causes.
4 Explosives are not to be used. Rock excavation is to be carried out by the use of
jack hammers or other approved methods.

1.1.29 Protection of Other Property and Services

1 Roads and Footpaths: The Contractor shall protect public and private roads,
footpaths and the like from damage by site traffic or other causes arising from the
execution of the Works and shall repair any damage to the satisfaction of the
relevant public authority or private owner.
2 Existing Features: The Contractor shall prevent damage to existing buildings,
fences, gates, walls, roads, paved areas and other features on the Site or
adjacent thereto which are to remain in position during the execution of the
Works.
3 Existing Services: The Contractor shall:

(a) Notify all service authorities and private owners before commencing any
work, which may affect or damage existing drains and services and
observe all service authorities' regulations and/or recommendations for
work adjacent to existing services.
(b) Ascertain the positions of all services not indicated in the Contract
Documents and check the positions of those, which are so indicated.
(c) Adequately protect, maintain and prevent damage to all services and shall
not interfere with their operation without the consent of the service authority
or owner.
(d) If any damage is caused to existing services as a result of execution of the
Works, the Contractor shall notify the Engineer's Representative and the
service authority or private owner and make arrangements to repair the
damage to the satisfaction of the service authority or private owner as
appropriate.

4 Existing condition of roads, paths, features, services and adjoining property,

which is at risk from damage, shall be recorded by photographs or surveys as
appropriate.

1.1.30 Setting Out and Accuracy

1 Site Survey: Before commencing work on Site, the Contractor shall carry out a
topographical survey of the Site, in conjunction with, or as instructed by, the
Engineer's Representative, or of such parts of the Site as the Engineer's
Representative may direct, to record the Site limits, dimensions, ground levels,
obstructions and other features and to establish base lines and points for future

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setting out and to record the basis for re-measurement of excavation and
earthwork, where applicable.
2 Setting out building works shall be performed using methods and measuring
instruments described in BS 5606, Section 5 and within the permissible
deviations described in Table 4 in relation to the instruments being used.
3 Setting out utility works shall be as shown on as the Drawings or the typical
approved setting out cross sections by P.W.A. as instructed on Site. Stake-out
shall be revised if, in the opinion of the Engineer's Representative, modification of
line or grade is advisable.
4 Setting Out: Details of methods and equipment to be used in setting out the
Works shall be submitted to the Engineer's Representative.
5 Setting Out: The Contractor shall inform the Engineer's Representative when
setting out is complete and before commencing construction and shall provide
instruments and assistance for checking the setting out if required by the
Engineer's Representative.
6 Record Drawings: The Contractor shall record details of all grid lines, existing
ground levels, setting-out stations, bench marks and profiles on the site setting-
out drawing, retain on the Site throughout the duration of the Contract and hand
to the Engineer's Representative on completion.
7 All dimensions and levels both on the Drawings and the Site, shall be checked,
particularly the correlation between components and the work in place. Materials
and components shall not be ordered or work carried out until any discrepancies
have been resolved with the Engineer.
8 Tolerances: Works shall be constructed to achieve levels of accuracy within the
permissible deviations of BS 5606, Tables 2 and 3, unless specified otherwise.
9 Appearance and Fit: The Works shall be constructed to higher levels of accuracy
than those specified where necessary to achieve a satisfactory appearance and
to ensure that materials, elements and components of the building fit together as
designed. Wherever the accuracy, fit or appearance of the work is likely to be
critical or difficult to achieve the Contractor shall obtain the Engineer's approval of
proposals or of the partially finished work as early as possible.
10 Non-Compliance: Work which fails to meet the specified levels of accuracy must
not be rectified without approval. Submit proposals for such rectification or
removal and replacement and meet all costs arising, including effects on other
work.

1.1.31 Defective Work

1 Suitability of previous work and conditions: Before starting each new type or
section of work the Contractor shall ensure that:

(a) Previous related work is appropriately complete and is to a suitable

standard and in a suitable condition to receive the new work
(b) All necessary preparatory work has been carried out including provision for
services, damp proofing, priming and sealing Environmental conditions are
suitable, particularly that the building is suitably weather tight when internal
components, services and finishes are installed.

2 Defects in existing work: The Contractor shall report to the Engineer's

Representative if any existing work is defective and obtain his instructions before
proceeding with new work which may cover up the defective work or which may
be adversely affected by the defective work.

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3 Rectification of defective work: If any part of the work is known or is suspected to

be not in accordance with the Contract, the Contractor shall submit proposals to
the Engineer for opening up, inspecting, testing and rectification and shall carry
out the Engineer's instructions in relation thereto, including, where so instructed,
removal and reconstruction.

1.1.32 Concurrent Work

1 Other work, not forming part of the Contract, will be carried out by the Employer
or other contractors or public bodies on or near to the site during the execution of
the Works. Allow for the co-ordination of this work to enable the work to proceed
without disruption to the completion of the Works.

1.1.33 Completion

1 Notice of Completion: The Contractor shall give the Engineer's Representative at

least four weeks’ notice of the anticipated date of substantial completion of the
whole or any part of the Works.

2 Making Good Defects: The Contractor shall make arrangements with the
Employer and give reasonable notice of the dates for access to the various parts
of the Works for the purpose of making good defects and shall inform the
Engineer's Representative of the dates when remedial works to the various parts
of the Works are completed.

1.1.34 Guarantees

1 Where the contract documents require work to be guaranteed against failure for a
specific period, especially to failures incurred on roofing and roof waterproofing
systems whether caused by defective materials or workmanship shall be
guaranteed unconditionally for 7 years by the sub-contractor and the Contractor.
All such guarantees shall be specifically written and signed by the sub-contractor
and the Contractor for the particular work to take effect from the date of
completion of the Works.

2 The Guarantees shall undertake to rectify any faults occurring through defective
materials or workmanship within the stipulated period and to pay all costs in this
connection and any related costs occasioned through damage or disturbance of
any kind caused by the failure. The format of the guarantee shall be to the
Engineer's approval.

3 When a failure of work covered by a guarantee has been rectified, the guarantee
shall be reinstated to operate for a period of time equal to that of the original
guarantee to take effect from the date of the acceptance of the rectified work.

4 The rights conferred by any guarantee shall be in addition to all other rights of the
Engineer under the Contract.

5 The Contractor shall ensure that he obtains, for the benefit of the Engineer, a 7-
year guarantee in respect of the performance of the roof waterproofing.

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