DEPARTMENT OF ATOMIC ENERGY

DIRECTORATE OF CONSTRUCTION, SERVICES & ESTATE MANAGEMENT

SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIL WORKS :

2009

INDEX

SN

CHAPTER

PAGE

SN

Specification for works (General

Notes)

19

Terrazzo / cement tile flooring,

skirting, dado etc.

88

II

List of Indian Standard Codes

20

In-situ terrazzo floors, skirting,

treads of staircase, window sills etc.

91

III

Mandatory tests

12

21

Kotah stone flooring / skirting /

facia / shelves

92

22

Glazed tile flooring / dado /

skirting / facia

94

CHAPTER

PAGE

Earth work

16

23

Chequered tiles in stair treads

and landings

96

Antitermite treatment

20

24

Marble stone flooring, treads,

risers, sills, cladding, dado etc.

97

Hard core / soling - under floors

/ foundations

22

25

Ceramic tile flooring, dado /

skirting / facia

99

26

Vitrified tile flooring, dado /

skirting / facia

101

27

Red or white rough dressed

sand stone flooring

103

MORTAR, CONCRETE AND

ALLIED WORKS

Plain / reinforced cement

concrete & allied works

23

28

PVC Sheet / Tiles flooring

104

Form work

56

29

Linoleum Flooring

107

Steel for concrete reinforcement

61

30

Wooden Flooring

108

Pile Foundation

66

Ready Mix Concrete

69

JOINERY WORKS (FRAMES,

DOORS, WINDOWS ETC.)

Fly Ash Concrete

71

31

Wood work in frames, shutters

and panelling

109

10

Damp proof course

75

32

Pressed steel door frames

112

11

Precast R.C.C. Jalli

76

33

Factory made particle board

panelled door shutters

113

34

Glass fibre reinforced plastic (GRP)

panel type door shutters (Internal use)

115

12

Structural steel

77

35

Fittings and fixtures

119

13

Brick work

80

36

Glass and glazing

121

14

Stone masonry

83

37

Steel doors, windows & ventilators

122

38

Rolling shutters

124

39

M.S. Grills / Railings

125

FLOORING:

15

Precast cement concrete solid

block masonry

84

16

Cement concrete flooring (IPS)

85

17

Ironite (or hardonate) flooring

87

18

Cement concrete flooring with

red oxide topping

87

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ALUMINIUM WORKS AND

STRUCTURAL GLAZING

40

Aluminium entrance doors, wall

spans & glazing

41

PAGE

SN

CHAPTER

PAGE

MISCELLANEOUS

126

57

Railing, balusters and newels

179

Aluminium windows, ventilators,

composite units etc

129

58

Rubber / P.V.C. water stops

179

42

Aluminium curtain wall system

131

59

Dismantling and demolition

180

43

Structural glazing

136

ROAD WORK AND FENCING

60

Road and pavements

181

PLASTERING AND
POINTING

44

Cement plastering for walls &

ceilings and Sand face / Rough
cast plasters

137

61

Fencing work with barbed wire /

chain link etc.

190

45

Cement pointing

142

62

M.S. Crimpnet gate

192

46

Wall care putty

143

63

Drainage work with NP2 class

RCC Hume pipes

193

64

Rough / natural faced Shahabad

stone pavement

195

PAINTING AND
DECORATIVE COATS

47

Painting

145

APPENDICES

48

Vineratex or Vitrobrite
decorative texture coat

155

Recommended agencies for some

Building materials / Specified works

196

49

Tubular trusses, Purlins etc.

156

Theoretical Standard
Requirement of Cement

197

50

Asbestos cement Corrugated /

Trafford sheet roofing

157

C-1

Consumption of paint for some

painting items

199

51

Mangalore pattern tile roofing

159

C-2

Co-efficient for equivalent plain

areas for painting items

200

52

False ceiling with Flexo boards /

A. C. Sheets

160

Guarantee bond for Piling work

201

53

Metal False Ceiling System &

Thermal Insulation

165

WATERPROOFING WORKS

54

Waterproofing

167

55

Waterproofing treatment of
underground constructions

173

56

Expansion joints

178

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I - SPECIFICATIONS FOR WORKS

GENERAL NOTES :
i)

The detailed specifications given hereinafter are for the items of works described in the schedule of
quantities attached herein, and shall be guidance for proper execution of work to the required standards.

ii)

It may also be noted that the specifications are of generalised nature and these shall be read in
conjunction with the description of item in schedule of quantities and drawings. The work also includes all
minor details of construction which are obviously and fairly intended and which may not have been
referred to in these documents but are essential for the entire completion in accordance with standard
Engineering practice.

iii)

Unless specifically otherwise mentioned, all the applicable codes and standards published by the Indian
Standard Institution and all other standards which may be published by them before the date of receipt of
tenders, shall govern in all respects of design, workmanship, quality and properties of materials and
methods of testing, method of measurements etc. Wherever any reference to any Indian Standard
Specifications occurs in the documents relating to this contract, the same shall be inclusive of all
amendments issued their to or revisions thereof, if any, upto the date of receipt of tenders.

iv)

In case there is no I.S.I. specification for the particular work, such work shall be carried out in accordance
with the instructions in all respects, and requirements of the Engineer-in-Charge. Wherever any reference
to any Indian Standard Specification occurs in the documents relating to this contract, the same shall be
inclusive of all amendments issued their to or revisions thereof, if any, upto the date of receipt of tenders.

v)

The work shall be carried out in a manner complying in all respects with the requirements of relevant byelaws of the Municipal Committee/Municipal Corporation/Development Authority/Improvement Trust under
the jurisdiction of which the work is to be executed or as directed by the Engineer-in-Charge and, unless
otherwise mentioned, nothing extra shall be paid on this account.

vi)

Samples of various materials, fittings etc. proposed to be incorporated in the work shall be submitted by
the contractor for approval of the Engineer-in-charge before order for bulk supply is placed.

vii)

The contractor shall take instructions from the Engineer-in-Charge regarding collection and stacking of
materials in any place. No excavated earth or building materials shall be stacked on areas where other
buildings, roads, services, compound walls etc. are to be constructed.

viii)

The contractor shall maintain in perfect condition all works executed till the completion of the entire work
awarded to him. Where phased delivery is contemplated, this provision shall apply to each phase.

ix)

The contractor shall give a performance test of the entire installation(s) as per standard specifications
before the work is finally accepted and nothing extra whatsoever shall be payable to the contractor for the
test.

x)

The contractor shall clear the site thoroughly of all scaffolding materials and rubbish etc. left out of his
work and dress the site around the building to the satisfaction of the Engineer-in-Charge before the work
is considered as complete.

xi)

Post construction inspection and testing: After completion of the work and during maintenance period
liability of the contractor, the work shall also be subjected to 'Post construction inspection and testing'. In
case the materials or articles incorporated in the work are found to be inferior, though the sample
collected for the same might have been passed at the time of execution, it shall be the responsibility of the
contractor to replace the same at his own cost, failing which the Department may rectify the same at the
risk and cost of the contractor or Department may accept the work as sub-standard, and cost be adjusted
from the outstanding security deposit, as per the terms and conditions of the contract for the work.

xii)

The Chief Engineer, DCSEM, shall be the sole deciding authority as to the meaning, interpretations and
implications for various provisions of the specifications and his decision in writing shall be final and
binding on all concerned.

xiii)

In case any difference or discrepancy between the specifications and the description in the schedule of
quantities, the schedule of quantities shall take precedence. In case of any difference or discrepancy
between specifications and drawing, the specifications shall take precedence.

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II - LIST OF INDIAN STANDARDS:

Following are the various pertinent Indian Standards, relevant to buildings work :
(All Latest Versions of I.S. codes shall be referred)

I. S. CODE NO.

SUBJECT

1. CARRIAGE OF MATERIALS
4082-1996

Recommendations on stacking & storage of constn. materials and components at site.

2. EARTH WORK
1200 Pt. I-1992

Method of measurement of Earth work.

4081-1986

Safety code for Blasting and related drilling operations.

6313 (Part 2) 2001

Anti Termite Measures in Buildings Part 2 Pre-constructional chemical treatment .

3. MORTAR
196-1966

Atmospheric conditions for testing (Reaffirmed - 1990)

269-1989

33 Grade Ordinary, rapid hardening and low heat Portland cement

383-1970

Coarse and fine aggregates from natural sources for concrete.

455-1989

Portland blast furnace slag cement

650-1991

Standard sand for testing of cement

712-1984

Building Limes

1489-1991

Portland pozzolana cement Fly ash based

1514-1990

Methods of sampling & Test for Quick Lime & Hydrated Lime. (Reaffirmed - 1996)

1542-1992

Sand for Plastering.

1727-1967

Methods of tests for pozzolanic materials

2250-1981

Code of practice for preparation and use of masonry mortar. (Reaffirm- 1990)

2386-1963

Methods of Test for Aggregates for Concrete

2386 Pt.I-1963

Particle size and shape

2386 Pt. II-1963

Estimation of deleterious materials and organic impurities

2386 Pt.III-1963

Specific gravity, density, voids, absorption and bulking

2686-1977

Cinder as fine aggregate for use of Lime Concrete. (Reaffirmed 1992)

3025-1964

Methods of sampling & test (Physical & Chemical) water used in industry. (Reaffirmed-2003)

3068-1986

Broken brick (burnt clay) coarse aggregate for use in lime concrete (II-R.)

3182-1986

Broken brick (Burnt clay) fine aggregate for use in lime mortar

3812-1981

Fly Ash using as pozzolana and admixtures (Reaffirmed - 1999)

4031-1996

Methods of physical tests for hydraulic cement (Reaffirmed 1996)

4032-1985.

Method of chemical analysis of hydraulic cement (Reaffirmed - 1990)

4098-1983

Lime pozzolana mixture (Reaffirmed - 1989)

6932 (Pt.I to X)

Methods of Test for Building Lime

6932 (Pt.I)-1973

Determination of insoluble residue, loss of ignition, silicon-dioxide, ferric & Alum. Oxide,
calcium oxide & magnesium oxide insoluble matter.

6932 (Pt.II)-1973

Determination of carbon dioxide content

6932 (Pt.III)-1973

Determination of residue on slaking of quick lime.

6932 (Pt.IV)-1973

Determination of fineness of hydrated lime

6932 (Pt.V)-1973

Determination of unhydrated oxide

6932 (Pt.VI)-1973

Determination of volume yield of quick lime

6932 (Pt.VII)-1973

Determination of compressive and transverse strength.

6932(Pt.VIII)-1973

Determination of workability

6932 (Pt.IX)-1973

Determination of soundness

6932 (Pt.X)-1973

Determination of popping and pitting of hydrated Lime.

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I. S. CODE NO.

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4. CONCRETE WORK
383-1970

Coarse and fine aggregate from natural sources for concrete (Reaffirm - 1990)

456-2000

Code of practice for plain and reinforced concrete

516-1959

Method of test for strength of concrete (Reaffirmed in 2004)

1199-1959

Method of sampling and analysis of concrete

1200 (Pt.II)-1987

Methods of measurements of cement concrete work. (Reaffirm - 1992)

1322-1993

Bitumen felts for water proofing and damp proofing. (Reaffirm - 1998)

1661-1987(Pt.III)

Code of practice for application of cement lime plaster finishes.(Reaffirm- 1999

2386-1977(Pt.1 to 8)

Methods of test for aggregate for concrete

2386 (Pt.I)-1963

Test for particle size and shape

2386 (Pt.II)-1963

Test for estimation of deleterious materials and organic impurities

2386 (Pt.III)-1963

Test for specific gravity, density, voids, absorption and bulking

2386 (Pt.IV)-1963

Mechanical properties

2645-1975

Specification for integral water proofing compounds

2686-1977

Specification for cinder aggregate for use in lime concrete. (Reaffirm - 1992)

3812-1981

Fly Ash using as pozzolana and admixtures for concrete. (Reaffirmed - 1999)

7861-1975 (Pt.I

Hot weather concreting. .(Reaffirmed -1990)

7861-1981 (Pt.II

Cold weather concreting. .(Reaffirmed -1992)

9103-1999

Admixture for concrete.

5. R.C.C. WORK
432-1982

Mild steel & medium tensile steel bars and hard drawn steel wire for concrete reinforcement.

432 (Pt.I)-1982

Mild steel and medium tensile steel bars

456-2000

Code of practice for plain and reinforced concrete

457-1957

COP for general const. of plain & reinforced concrete for dams & other massive structure.

516-1959

Methods of test for strength of concrete

1161-1963

Specifications for steel tubes for structural purposes

1199-1959

Methods of sampling and analysis of concrete. (Reaffirmed - 1999)

1200 (Pt.II)-1974

Method of measurement of cement concrete work

1200(Pt.V)-1982

Method of measurement of form work. (Reaffirmed - 1989)

1343-1980

Code of practice for pre-stressed concrete.

1566-1982

Hard drawn steel wire fabric for concrete reinforcements (II Rev.) (Reff.1998)

1780-1961

Specifications for cold twisted steel bars for concrete reinforcement *

1785-1983 (Part-I& II)

Specifications for plain hard drawn steel wire for pre-stressed concrete

1786-1985

H.Y.S.D./ Cold twisted steel bars for concrete reinforcement Reaffirmed - 1990)

2090-1983

Specifications for high tensile steel bars used in prestressed concrete.

2204-1962

Code of practice for construction of reinforced concrete shell roof. (Reaffirmed - 1990)

2210-1988

Criteria for the design of shell structure and folded plates (Reaffirmed - 1998)

2502-1963

COP for bending and fixing of bars for concrete reinforcement. (Reaffirmed - 1999)

2750-1964

Specifications for steel scaffoldings

2751-1979(Reaf-1992)

COP for welding of mild steel bars used for reinforced concrete construction.

2911-1984

Code of practice for design & Constn. of pile foundations

2911(Pt.I)-1979.(Reaf-97).

Design & construction of Pile Foundations - Bored precast concrete piles.

2911 (Pt.III)-1980

Under reamed pile foundations

2911 (Pt.IV)-1985

Load test on Piles

3201-1988

Criteria for design and construction of precast concrete trusses. (Reaffirmed - 1995)

3370. (Part I to IV)-1965

Code of practice for concrete structures for storage of liquids. (Reaffirmed(1999)

3385-1965

Code of practice for measurement of Civil Engineering works - Pile Foundation)

3414-1968

Code of practice for design and installation of joints in buildings. (Reaffirmed - 1990)

3558-1983(Reaf-91)

Code of practice for use of immersion vibrators for consolidating concrete

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I. S. CODE NO.

SUBJECT

3696 (Pt.I & II)

I-1987: Safety code of scaffolds; II-1991: Safety code of ladders

3935-1966

Code of practice for composite construction. (Reaffirmed 1998)

4014-1967 (Pt. & II)

COP for steel tubular scaffolding (I: Defination/Material; II: Safety Resolutions) (Raffir 1999)

4926-2003

Code of practice for Ready Mix Concrete

4990-1993

Specifications for plywood for concrete shuttering work. (Reaffirmed - 1998)

10262-1982

Code of practice for design mix. (Reaffirmed - 1999)

6. EQUIPMENTS
460-1985(Pt-I,II& III)

Specification for test sieves. (Reaffirmed - 1998)

1791-1985

Specification for batch type concrete mixer. (Reaffirmed 1990)

2430-1986

Methods for sampling of Aggregates for concrete.

2505-1992

General requirement for concrete vibrators, immersion type

2506-1985

General requirements for screed board concrete vibrators

2514-1963

Specification for concrete vibrating tables. (Reaffirmed - 1991)

3366-1965

Specification for pan vibrators. (Reaffirmed 1991)

4656-1968

Specification for form vibrators for concrete. (Reaffirmed-1991)

2722-1964(Reaf-95)

Specification for portable swing weighbatchers for concrete (single and double bucket type).

2750-1964

Specification for steel scaffolding. (Reaffirmed 1991)

7. BRICK WORK:
1077-1992

Common burnt clay building bricks

1200 (Pt.III)-19920

Method of measurements of brick work. (Reaffirmed - 1992)

2116-1980

Sand for masonry mortars. (Reaffirmed - 1998)

2212-1991

Code of practice for brick work

2250-1981

Code of practice for preparation & use of masonry mortar. (Reaffirmed - 1990)

3102-1971

Classification of burnt clay solid bricks

3495 (Pt.ItoIV)-1992

Method for test for burnt clay building brick

5454-1978

Method for sampling of clay building bricks. (Reaffirmed - 1995)

8. STONE WORK:
1121 (Pt.I)-1974

Methods for determination of compressive, transverse & shear strengths of natural building stones

1122-1974

Methods for determination of specific gravity and porosity of natural building stones

1123-1975

Methods for identification examination of natural building stones

1124-1974

Methods of test for water absorption of natural building stones

1125-1974

Methods of test for weathering of natural building stones

1126-1974

Methods of test for durability of natural building stones

1129-1972

Dressing of natural building stones

1200 (Pt.IV)-1976

Method of measurement of stone masonry. (Reaffirmed - 1992)

1597-1992

Code of practice for construction of stone masonry

1597. (Pt.I)-1992

Code of practice for construction of Rubble stone masonry. (Reaffirmed -1996)

1597 (Pt.II)-1992

Code of practice for construction of ashlar masonry

(Reaffirmed - 1996)

1805-1973

Glossary of Terms relating to stone Quarrying and dressing. Reaffirmed - 1993)

4101 (Pt.I)-1967

Stone facing. (Reaffirmed - 1990)

9. MARBLE WORK:
1122-1974

Methods for determination of specific gravity and porosity of natural building stones

1124-1974

Methods of test for water absorption of natural building stones

1130-1969

Marble (blocks, slabs and tiles)

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I. S. CODE NO.

SUBJECT

10. WOOD WORK:

204-1991/92

Tower bolts (Part I-1991: ferrous metals; Part II - 1992 : Non ferrous metals).

205-1992

Non-ferrous metal butt hinges

420-1953

Putty used on metal frame (withdrawn).

1734 - 1983

Methods of tests for plywood (IIR) (Ref 1993)

206-1992

Tee and strap hinges

207-1964

Gate and shutter hooks and eyes. (Reaffirmed - 1996)

208-1987

Door handles

281-1991

Mild steel sliding door bolts for use with padlocks

287-1973(Reaf-98)

Recommendation for maximum permissible moisture contents of timber used for Different purposes.

303-1989

Plywood for general purpose

362-1991

Parliament hinges

363-1993

Hasps and staples

364-1993

Fanlight catch

401-1982

Code of practice for preservation of timber

419 - 1967

Putty for use on window frame (I Rv.) (and out 3)

451-1999

Technical supply condition for wood screws

452-1973

Door springs, rat-tail type(II Rev.) (Reaffirmed 1990)

453-1993

Double acting spring hinges. (Reaffirmed 1999)

723-1972

Steel counter sunk head wire nails. (Reaffirmed - 1996)

729.1979

Drawer locks, cup board locks, and box locks (III Rev.) (Reaffirmed 1992)

848-1974

Synthetic resin adhesive for plywood (phenolic and aminoplastic) ( I RV) (

851-1978

Synthetic resin adhesive for construction work ( Non-structural) in wood (I-Rev.) (amt )(Reaffirmed 1990)

852-1994

Specifications for animal glue for general wood working purposes. (II Rev)

1003-1994

Timber panelled and glazed shutters

1003(Pt.I)-2003

Door shutters (III Rev.) (a

1003 (Pt.II)-1994

Window and ventilator shutters (III Rev.)

1019-1974

Rim latches. (Reaffirmed - 1991)

1141-1993

Code of practice for seasoning of timber (II Rev.)

1200

Method of measurement of Building and Civil Engineering works

1200 (Pt.XIV)-1984

Glazing. (Reaffirmed - 1990)

1200 (Pt.XII)-1973

Wood work and joinery. (Reaffirmed - 1992)

1322-1993

Bitumen felts for water proofing and damp proofing.

1328-1996

Veneered decorative plywood

1341-1992

Steel Butt hinges (VI Rev.)

1378-1987

Oxidized copper finishes. (Reaffirmed - 1998)

1568-1970

Wire cloth for general purposes. (Reaffirmed - 1998)

1629-1960

Rules for grading of out size of timber. Superseded in I.S. 1331

1658-1977

Fiber hard board. (Reaffirmed - 1990)

1659-2004

Block boards

1708-1986

Method of testing of clear speciman of timber (II Rev) (Q.1) (Reaffirmed 1990)

1823-1980

Floor door stoppers. (Reaffirmed - 1992)

1868-1996

Anodic coating on Aluminium & its alloy (II Rev.) (Reaffirmed 1991)

875-PET 1987

Dead locds Unit not of bldg. & stored materials

1)

2191-1983

Wooden flush door shutter (cellular and hollow core type). (Reaffirmed - 1991)

1837 - 1966

For light pirot (I Rev.) (Reaffirmed 1990)

2095-1982

Gypsum plaster bow (I Rev) (an.1) (Ref. 1991)

2096-1992

A.C. flat sheet (I Rev.)

3828 - 1968

Ventilator chains (Reaf. 1990)

4835 - 1979

Polyvinyl acatete dispssion base adhasive for wood (1990)

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I. S. CODE NO.

SUBJECT

2191 (Pt.I)-1983

Plywood face panels. (Reaffirmed - 1991)

2191 (Pt.II)-1983

Particle board face panels and hard board face panels. (Reaffirmed-1991)

2202-1999

Wooden flush door shutters (solid core type)

2202 (Pt.I)-1999

Plywood face panels for wooden flush door shutters

2202 (Pt.II)-1983

Particle board face panels for wooden flush door shutters. (Reaffirmed - 1991)

2209(Pt.I)-1976

Mortise locks (vertical type) (Reaffirmed 1992)

2380-1981

Method of test for wood particle board and boards from lignocellulosic materials (Reaf.1993)

2681-1993

Non ferrous metal sliding door bolts(aldrop) for use with pad locks

2835-1987

Flat transparent sheet glass (3rd Revision). (Reaffirmed - 1992)

3087-1985

Wood particle boards (medium density) for general purpose (1990)

3097-1980

Veneered particle boards (1st Revision).

3400 (Part I )-1987

Method of test for vulcanized rubbers (1991)

3400-(Pt.II)-2003

Hardness (1981)

3400-(Pt.IV)-1987

Accelerated aging (1993)

3400 (Pt.IX)-2003

Relative density and density. (Reaffirmed - 1990)

3564-1996

Door closers (Hydraulically regulated)

3618-1966

Phosphate treatment of iron and steel for protection against corrosion. (Reaffirmed - 1991)

3813-1967

'C' hooks for use with swivels (1992)

3818-1992

Continuous (Piano) hinges

3847-1992

Mortise night latches

4020-1998 (1 to 16)

Methods of tests for wooden flush Doors (Type tests)

4021-1995

Timber door, window and ventilator frames

4827-1983

Electroplated coating of nickel and chromium on copper and copper alloys

4948-2002

Welded steel wire fabric for general use. (Reaffirmed - 1992)

4992-1975

Door Handles for mortise locks (vertical type). (Reaffirmed - 1990)

5187-1972

Flush bolts (1990)

5523-1983

Method of testing anodic coating on aluminium & its alloys. (Reaffirmed -1991)

5930-1970

Mortise latch (vertical types) (1991)

6318-1971

Plastic window stays & fasteners

6607-1972

Rebated mortise locks (vertical type)

6760-1972

Slotted countersunk head wood screws. (Reaffirmed - 1988)

7196-1974

Hold fasts (1992)

7197-1974

Double action floor springs (without oil check) for heavy doors

7534-1985

Sliding loacking bolt for use with padlocks. (Reaffirmed 1991)

8756 - 1978

Mortice bell catches for use in wooden almirah (1992)

14856-2000

Glass fibre reinforced plastic (GRP) panel type door shutters for internal use - Specifications

11. STEEL WORK

63-1978

Whiting for paints. (Reaffirmed - 1994)

198-1978

Varnish, gold size. (Reaffirmed - 1991)

12406 - 1988

Medium density fibre board for general purpose - (1992)

277-2003

Specification for galvanised steel sheets (plain and corrugated)

278-1978

Galvanised steel barbed wire for fencing. (Reaffirmed - 1991)

800-1984

Code of practice for use of structural steel in general building construction

806-1968

Code of practice for use of steel tube in general building construction

813-1986

Scheme of symbols for welding. (Reaffirmed 2003).

814-1991

Covered electrodes for metal arc welding of structural steel (Reaffirmed 2003)

814 (Pt-I)-1974

For welding products other than sheets. *

814 (Pt-II)-1974

For welding sheets. *

817-1966

Code of practice for training and testing of metal arc welders. (Reaffirmed 2003)

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I. S. CODE NO.

SUBJECT

818-1968 (Reaf-03)

COP for safety & healthy requirements in electric & gas welding & cutting operation.

1038-1983

Steel doors, windows and ventilators

1081-1960(Reaf-91)

COP for fixing & glazing of metal (steel & aluminium) doors, windows & ventilators

1148-1982(Reaf-92)

Hot rolled steel rivet bars (upto 40 mm diameters)for structural purposes (Reaffirmed 2001)

1161-1998

Steel tubes for structural purposes

1182-1983(Reaf-00)

Recommended practice for radiographic examination of fusion welded butt joints in steel plates.

1200 (Pt-VIII)-1993

Method of measurements of steel work and iron works

1363-1992 (Pt. 1- 3)

Hexagon bolts, nuts & lock nuts (dia. 6 to 39 mm) & black hexagon screws (dia. 6 to 24 mm). (Reaf-98)

1599-1985(Reaf-91)

Method for bend test for steel products other than sheet, strip, wire & tube (reaffirmed 1996).

1608-1995

Method for tensile testing of steel products (Reaffirmed 2001)

1821-1987

Dimensions for clearance holes for metric bolts. (Reaffirmed - 2003)

1852-1985

Rolling and cutting tolerance for hot rolled steel products. (Reaffirmed - 1991)

1977-1969

Structural steel (ordinary quality) (Reaffirmed 2001)

2062-1999

Structural steel (fusion welding quality). Supersedes IS 226-1975

4351-2003

Steel door frames. (Reaffirmed 1991)

4736-1986

Hot-dip zinc coatings on steel tubes. (Reaffirmed 2001)

6248-1979

Metal rolling shutters and rolling grills

7452-1990

Hot rolled steel sections for doors, windows & ventilators.

12. FLOORING:
210-1993

Grey iron casting (Reaffirmed 1999)

653-1992

Sheet linoleum

777-1988

Glazed earthen-ware tiles

809-1992

Rubber flooring materials for general purpose

1122-1974

Methods for determination of specific gravity (*and porosity of natural building stones)

1124-1974

Method of test for water absorption of natural building stones

1130-1969

Marble (blocks, slabs and tiles). (Reaffirmed 1993)

1197-1970

Code of practice for laying of rubber floors. (Reaffirmed 1990)

1198-1982

Code of practice for laying and maintenance of linoleum floors

1200 (Pt.XI)-1977

Method of measurements of pavings and floor finishes.

1237-1980

Cement concrete flooring tiles. (Reaffirmed 1990)

1443-1972

Code of practice for laying and finishing of cement concrete flooring tiles

1661-1972

Code of practice for application of cement and cement lime plaster finishes

2114-1984

Code of practice for laying in situ terrazzo floor finish

2571-1970

Code of practice for laying in situ cement concrete flooring

3400-1987 (Part 1 to 22)

Method of Test of vulcanized rubbers. (Reaffirmed 2003)

3400 (Pt.II)-2003

Hardness

3400 (Pt.X)-1977

Compression set at constant strain. (Reaffirmed 2003)

3462-1986

Flexible P.V.C. Flooring. (Reaffirmed 1991)

4631-1986

Code of practice for laying of resin floor toppings (Reaffirmed 2001)

5318-1969

Code of practice for laying of flexible P.V.C. sheet & tiles flooring

5389-1969

Code of practice for laying of hardwood parquet and wood block floors. (Reaffirmed 1998)

9197-1979

Specifications for epoxy resin, hardeners and epoxy resin compositions for floor topping (Reaffirmed 2001)

13630 (Pt.1 to 13)

Methods of tests for ceramic tiles (Part 1 to 13 : 1992-1993)

13. ROOFING:
73-1992

Paving Bitumen (Reaffirmed 1998)

277-2003

Galvanised steel sheets (plain and corrugated)

458-2003

Concrete pipes (with and without reinforcement)

459-1992

Unreinforced corrugated and semicorrugated asbestos cement sheets

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I. S. CODE NO.

SUBJECT

651-1992

Salt glazed stone ware pipes and fittings

702-1988

Industrial Bitumen

1199-1959

Method of Sampling & Analysis of concrete. (Reaffirmed - 1991)

1200 (Pt.IX)-1973

Method of measurements of roof covering (including cladding)

1200 (Pt.X)-1973

Method of measurements of ceiling and lining

13607 - 1992

Ready Mixed Paint, Finishing, General Purposes, Synthetic (Reaffirmed 2002)

1322-1993

Bitumen felts for water proofing and damp-proofing. (Reaffirmed -1988)

1346-1991

Code of practice for waterproofing of roof with bitumen felts

1609-1991

Code of practice for laying damp proof treatment using bitumen felts

1626-1994(Part I-III)

Asbestos cement building pipes, gutters and fittings (Spigot and socket types)

1834-1984

Specification for hot applied sealing compounds for joints in concrete. (Reaffirmed - 1990)

1838-(Pt.I & II)-1983

Preformed filler for expansion joints in concrete- non-extruding and resilient type Bitumen
impregnated fiber). (Reaffirmed - 1990)

2115-1980

Code of practice for flat roof finish:mud phuska. (Reaffirmed - 1998)

2633-1986

Method of testing uniformity of coating on zinc coated articles. (Reaffirmed 2001)

3007-(Pt.I)-1999

Code of practice for laying of corrugated asbestos cement sheets. (Reaffirmed 1991)

3007-(Pt.II)-1965

Code of practice for laying of semi corrugated asbestos cement sheet. (Reaffirmed - 1991)

3348-1965

Fiber insulation boards. (Reaffirmed - 1990)

3607-1979

Magnesite for chemical Industry. (Reaffirmed 2003)

7193-1994

Specifications for glass fiber base coal tar Pitch & Bitumen felts.

8183-1993

Bonded mineral wool. (Reaffirmed 2004)

14. FINISHING
75-1973

Linseed oil, raw and refined. (Reaffirmed 2003)

77-1976

Linseed oil, boiled, for paints. (Reaffirmed - 1999)

102-1962

Ready mixed paint, brushing, red, lead, non setting, priming.( Reaffirmed - 1996)

104-1979

Specification for ready mixed paint, brushing, zinc chrome, priming. (Reaffirmed - 1999)

133-1993

Enamel, interior (a) under coating (b) finishing colour as required

137-1965

Ready mixed paint, brushing, matt or egg-shell flat, finishing, interior, to Indian Standard
Colour, as required. (Reaffirmed 1999)

158-1981

Ready mixed paint, brushing, bituminous, black lead free acid alkali, water and heat
resisting for general purposes. (Reaffirmed 1999)

168-1993

Ready mixed paint, air drying for general purpose.(Reaffirmed 2002)

217-1988

Cut back bitumen (reaffirmed 1999)

218-1983

Creosote and anthracene oil for use as wood preservatives (Reaffirmed 1998)

290-1961

Coal tar black paint. (Reaffirmed 1996)

337-1975

Varnish, finishing interior. (Reaffirmed 2001)

341-1973

Black Japan, types A, B, and C (Reaffirmed 2002)

347-1975

Varnish, shellac for general purpose. (Reaffirmed 2001)

348-1968

French polish. (Reaffirmed 2001)

419-1967

Putty for use of window frames. (Reaffirmed 2001)

427-1965

Distemper, dry, colour as required. (Reaffirmed 1999)

428-2000

Washable distember

524-1983

Varnish, finishing, exterior, synthetic. (Reaffirmed 2000)

525-1968

Varnish, finishing, exterior and general purposes. (Reaffirmed 2001)

533-1998

Gum spirit of turpentine (oil of turpentine) (Reaffirmed 2003)

712-1984

Specification for building limes. (Reaffirmed - 1995)

1200 (Pt. XII)-1976

Method of measurements of plastering and pointing

1200 (Pt.XIII)-1994

Method of measurements of white washing, colour washing, distempering and other finishes

1200 (Pt.XV)-1987

Methods of measurements of painting, polishing & varnishing.

2095-1996 (Pt.I - III)

Gypsum plaster boards

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I. S. CODE NO.

SUBJECT

2096-1992

Asbestos cement flat sheets.

2339-1963

Aluminium paint for general purposes, in dual container. (Reaffirmed 1999)

2547-1976 (Pt I & II)

Gypsum building plaster (Reaff. 1992)

2932-2003

Enamel synthetic, exterior (a) Under coating (b) Finishing.

2933-1975

Enamel, Exterior (a) Under coating (b) Finishing

5410-1992

Cement paint (Reaffirmed 1999)

5411 (Pt.I)-1974

Plastic emulsion paint for interior use. (Reaffirmed 1993)

6278-1971

Code of practice for white washing & colour washing. (Reaffirmed -1991)

15. DEMOLITION AND DISMANTLING:

1200(Pt.XVIII)-1974

Method of measurements of demolition and dismantling

16. SAFETY CODES

818-1968 (Reaf-03)

Safety and healthy requirements in Electric and gas welding and cutting operations.

3696 (Pt.I)-1987

Safety code for scaffolds

3696 (Pt.II)-1991

Safety code for ladders

3764-1992

Safety code for Excavation works

4081-1986

Safety code for blasting and related drilling operation

4130-1991

Safety code for Demolition of Building

5916-1970

Safety code for construction involving use of hot bituminous materials

6922-1973

Structural subject to under ground blasts code of practice for safety and design of

7293-1974

Working with construction machinery- safety code for

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III - MANDATORY TESTS

NOTES:
1. The mandatory tests shall be carried out when the quantity of materials to incorporated in the work exceeds the
minimum quantity specified.
2. Optional tests specified or any other tests, shall be carried out in case of specialised works or important structures
as per direction of the Engineer-in-Charge.
3. Testing charges, including incidental charges and cost of sample for testing shall be born by the contractor for all
mandatory tests.
4. Testing charges for optional tests shall be reimbursed by the Department. However, the incidental charges and
cost of sample for testing shall be born by the contractor.
5. In case of non-IS materials, it shall be the responsibility of the contractor to establish the conformity of material
with relevant IS specification by carrying out necessary tests. Testing charges including incidental charge and cost
of sample for testing shall be borne by the contractor for such tests.
THE MANDATORY TESTS SHALL BE AS FOLLOWS:

Material

Test

Field /
laboratory
test

Test procedure

Minimum
quantity of
material / Work
for carrying out
the test

Frequency of
testing

Reinforced cement concrete work

Water
for Ph value Limits of
construction Acidity Limits of
purposes
Alkality Percentage
of solids Chlorides
Suspended matter
Sulphates Inorganic
solids
Organic
solids

Lab

IS 3025

Water from each

source

Before
commencement of
work & thereafter:
Mandatory - Once
in one year from
each
source;
Optional: once in 3
months from each
source; Municipal
supply - optional.

Reinforced
cement
concrete

Field

IS: 1199

a) 20 cu.m. for
slabs,
beams
and connected
columns .

a) 20 cu.m. Part
there of or more
frequently
as
required by the
Engr.-in-Charge.

b) slump test

b) 5 Cu.m in
case of cloumns
c) cube test

Lab

IS : 516

a) 20 cu.m. In
slab, beams, &
connected
columns.
b) 5 cum
columns

Ready
mixed
cement
concrete
(IS-4926)

Cube test

Lab

IS-516 and as
per para 6.3.2 of
IS-4926-2003

50 cum

in

b) Every 5 Cu.m.
a) every 20 cum of
a day's concreting
.(Ref. as per
frequency of
sampling).
b) Every 5 cum.

One for every 50cum

of production or every
50 batches,
whichever is the
greater frequency

Note : for all other small items and where RCC done in a day is less than 5 cum, test may be carried out as
required by Engineer-in-Charge.
Mortars:
Lime

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Chemical
&
physical properties
of lime

Laboratory

IS; 6932 (part 1

to x)

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5 M.T.

10 M.T. or part there

of as decided by the
Engineer-in-Charge

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Material

Sand

Test

Field /
laboratory test

Field

Silt content

Field

IS:383

Field
or
Laboratory
as
decided by the
Engr -in-Charge
Field

IS:383

40 CU.M.

..DO..

20 CU.M.

Every 40 cu.m. of fine

aggregate
/
sand
required in RCC. Work
only
Every 20 cu.m. or part
thereof
or
more
frequently as decided by
the Engineer-in-Charge
Once in three months.

Each
fresh lot

Every 50 MT or part
thereof

and

Organic Impurities

Stone
Aggregate

Minimum
quantity of
Frequency of
material / Work testing
for carrying out
the test
20 CU.M.
Every 20 cu.m or part
there
of
or
more
frequently as decided by
Engineer-in-Charge
20 CU.M.
Every 20 cu.m or part
there
of
or
more
frequently as decided by
Engineer-in-Charge

Bulking of Sand

Particle size
distribution

Cement

Test
procedure

Chloride & sulphate

content tests
Test requirement

Optional
Fineness
(m2/kg)

IS
4031
(Part-II)

Normal
consistency

IS
4031
(Part-IV)

Setting
time
(minutes)
a) Initial
b) Final
Soundness
a)
Le-Chat
expansion (mm)
b) Auto clave(%)
Compressive
strength(Mpa)
a) 72+/-1 hr
b)168+/-2hr
General
visual
inspection/ Lab test
where required by
the Engr-in-Charge
Field / Lab

IS
4031
(Part-V)

a) Bulk Density

Field / Lab

IS 2386

10 Cum

-do-

b)
Aggregate
crushing strength

Field / Lab

IS 2386

10 Cum

-do-

c) Aggregate
impact value

Field / Lab

IS 2386

10 Cum

-do-

a) Percentage of
soft or deleterious
materials

IS
4031
(Part-III)

IS
4031
(Part-VI)

IS 2386 Part
II

One test for

each source

One test for each

source

Particle
size
10 cu.m
Every 40 cum. Or
distribution
part thereof and
Once in three months for each source for coarse and fine aggregates required in RCC works,
for a minimum quantity - 10 cum for coarse aggregate and 40 cum for fine aggregate.
a) Estimation of Field / Lab
IS 2386 Part 10 Cum
-doOrganic impurities
II
b) Specific Gravity
Field / Lab
IS 2386
10 Cum
-do-

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Material

Timber

Test

Moisture

Flush
Door

End immersion test

Knife test
Adhesion test
Aluminium door Thickness of
or
window anaodic
fittings
coating
Bricks
Testing of bricks /
brick
tiles
for
dimensions

Field /
laboratory test

Test
proce
dure

Field (by moisture

meter) Laboratory
test as required
by Engineer-in-Ch.

1 Cu.M.

Laboratory

IS:
2202
(Part 1) &
Part II

26 shutters

Laboratory

IS: 5523

Laboratory

IS 3495
Part I to
IV

Compressive
strength
Water absorption
Efflorescence

Physical tests
Steel
RCC

for

Minimum
quantity of
material / Work
for carrying out
the test

Lab / field

a) Tensile
strength

IS 1608

b) Retest

IS 1786

c) Re-bound test

IS 1786

d) Nominal mass

IS 1599

e) Bend test

IS 1786

f)

IS 1786

Elongation test

IS 1786

Every one Cum or

part thereof

As per sampling and

testing as instructed by
the Engineer-in-Charge.

If the cost of Rs. 20,000/- or part

fittings exceed thereof as required by
Rs. 20,000/the Engineer-in-Charge.
No of bricks to be Permissible defective
selected & bricks lot bricks in the sample
20 : 2001 to 10000

32 : 10001 to 35000.

50 : 35001 to 50000 3
20 : for every addl. 1
50000
or
part
thereof
If < 2000, As per
decision of the EIC
Below
100
Tonnes
Each
lot from
each
source
from
each
diameter
of bar

g) Proof stress

Chemical Tests:

Frequency of
testing

Dia < 10 mm
one sample for
each 40 tonnes
or part thereof

If dia is >10
mm but less
than 16 mm:

If dia is >10 mm
but less than 16
mm

One
sample
each 35 tonnes
or part thereof.

One sample for

each 45 tonnes
or part thereof.

If dia >16 mm
one sample for
each 45 tonnes

If dia >16 mm
one sample for
each 50 tonnes.

IS 1786

For every fresh

lot of one truck
or
less
as
directed by the
Engineer-inCharge.

2.Sulphur
3.Phosphorus
4.Phosphorus & Sulphur
core

As per IS 12175

Two for every

50 sqm

Mosaic
tiles

As per IS 13801
Para 14.6

5000 tiles and more for each

manufacturer & thereafter for every
10000 tiles or part thereof.

Ceramic
tiles

As per IS 13630

3000 tiles and more for each

manufacturer and thereafter for
every 3000 tiles or part thereof.

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Proctor density

100

Dia < 10 mm
one sample for
each 25 tonnes
or part thereof

1.Carbon Constituent

Soil
test

Above
Tonnes

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As per para 1.10

& 1.11 of this
book

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OTHER MANDATORY TESTS: Soil core tests; Testing aggregate - particle size distribution; Ceramic tiles, Mosaic tiles
CI pipes: Dimensional, mass, Hydrostatic; GI pipes; Lead; RCC hume pipes; Stoneware pipes
ROAD WORK: Soil core tests; Grading of metal for WBM; Bitumen grade; Bitumen content; Load test on concrete gratings.
OPTIONAL TESTS: Testing aggregate-surface moisture, impact value pectrographic; alkali reaction; Dimensional
tests of bricks; Testing the mass of zinc coating on GI door frame, steel windows, test for chemical and physical
properties; Anodic coating on aluminium fittings and aluminium sections, Unit weight of aluminium sections;
Testing structural steel; Chequered plate, Unit weight, Thickness, Chemical and physical properties
Presence of preservative on factory made panelled door, kiln seasoned chemically treated wood products, Moisture
content in wood products.

TESTING, TOLERANCE, ACCEPTANCE AND MODE OF PAYMENT:

a)

The material should pass all tests and tolerance in dimensional, chemical, physical properties should be within the limit
as stipulated in relevant IS for acceptance. Such materials shall be accepted as standard.

b) Payment shall be restricted to standard unit mass, or as specified in the schedule of work, without making any
cost adjustment towards mass or any other properties, provided the material pass all the tests and tolerances are
within the specified limits.
c)

In case of non-standard materials, materials not covered under any IS Specifications, such as aluminium sections,
the payment shall be made based on the actual unit weight basis as determined by testing at random sampling.
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1.

EARTH WORK

1.1 SCOPE OF WORK :

The scope of work covered under this specifications pertains to excavation of foundations, trenches, pits and
over areas, in all sorts of soils, soft and hard rock, correct to dimensions given in the drawing including shoring,
protections of existing underground utilities if any, such as water lines, electric cables etc., dewatering and shoring if
necessary, stacking the useful materials as directed within the lead specified, refilling around the foundation and into
the plinth with selected useful excavated earth and disposing off the surplus earth/materials within specified lead and
finishing the surface to proper levels, slopes and camber etc. all complete.
1.2 SITE CLEARANCE :
Before the earth work is started the area coming under cutting and filling shall be cleared of all obstructions,
loose stones, shrubs, rank vegetation, grass, brush-wood, trees and saplings of girth upto 30 cm. measured at a
height of one metre above ground and rubbish removed upto a distance of 150 metres outside the periphery of the
area under clearance. The roots of trees shall be removed to a minimum depth of 60 cm. below ground level, or a
minimum of 30cm. below formation level whichever is lower, and the hollows filled up with earth, levelled and rammed.
This work is deemed to be included in the earth work items and no separate payment will be admissible for the work.
The trees of girth above 30 cm. measured at a height of one meter above ground, shall only be cut after
permission of the Engineer-in-charge is obtained in writing. The roots shall also be removed as described in the
preceding sub-para. Payment for cutting and removing roots of such trees shall be made separately. Any material
obtained from the site will be the property of the Department and the useful materials as decided by the Engineer-incharge will be conveyed and properly stacked as directed within the lead specified.
1.3 SETTING OUT AND MAKING PROFILES :
Masonry or concrete pillars will be erected at suitable points in the area to serve as bench marks for the
execution of the work. These bench marks shall be connected with G. T. S. or any other permanent bench mark
approved by the Engineer-in-charge. Necessary profiles with pegs, bamboos and strings or Burjis shall be made to
show the correct formation levels before the work is started. The contractor shall supply labour and materials for
setting out and making profiles and Burjis for the work at his own cost and the same shall be maintained during the
excavation work. The Department will show grid Co-ordinate or other reference points. It shall be the responsibility
of the contractor to set out centre lines correctly with reference to the drawings and install substantial reference
marks. Checking of such alignment by the Department will not absolve the contractor from his responsibility to
execute the work strictly in accordance with the drawings.
1.4 EXCAVATION :
The contractor shall notify the Engineer-in-charge before starting excavation and before the ground is disturbed,
to enable him to take existing levels for the purpose of measurements. The ground levels shall be taken at 5 to 15
metres intervals in uniformly sloping ground and at closer distance where local mounts, pits or undulations are
met with, as directed by the Engineer-in-charge. The ground levels shall be recorded in field books and plotted on
plans, which shall be signed by the Contractor and the Engineer-in-charge, before the earth work is actually
started. The labour required for taking levels, shall be supplied by the Contractor at his own cost. The Contractor shall
perform excavation in all types of soils, murrum, soft and hard rock, boulders etc. in foundation, over areas and in
trenches to widths, lines, levels, grades and curves as shown in the drawing or lesser widths, lines and levels as
directed by the Engineer-in-charge and as per items in the schedule of quantities.
1.4.1 The item in the schedule of quantities shall specify the excavation in trenches or over areas. For this
purpose, the excavation for any depth in trenches for foundation not exceeding 1.5 m. in width or 10 sqm. on plan
shall be described as Excavation in foundation trenches.
1.4.2 Excavation exceeding 1.5m in width as well as 10 sqm. on plan (excluding trenches for pipes, cables etc.)
and exceeding 30 cm in depth shall be described as Excavation over areas.
1.4.3 Excavation exceeding 1.5m in width as well as 10 sqm. on plan but not exceeding 30 cm. in depth shall
be described as Surface Excavation.
1.5
Classification of Earth Work: The earth work shall be classified under the following main categories
and measured separately for each category.
a)
All types of soils, murrum, boulders.
b)
Soft rock.
c)
Hard rock.
1.5.1 a) All types of Soils, Murrum, Boulders : This includes earth, murrum, top deposits of agricultural soil,
reclaimed soil, clay, sand or any combination thereof and soft and hard murrum, shingle etc. which is loose enough to
be removed with spades, shovel and pick axes. Boulders not more than 0.03 cum. in volume found during the course
of excavation shall also fall under this classification.

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b)
Excavation in Soft Rock : This shall include all materials which are rock or hard conglomerate, all
decomposed weathered rock, highly fissured rock, old masonry, boulders bigger than 0.03 cum. in volume but not
bigger than 0.5 cum. and other varieties of soft rock which can be removed only with pick axes, crow bars, wedges
and hammers with some difficulty. The mere fact that the contractor resorts to blasting and/or wedging and chiselling
for reasons of his own, shall not mean the rock is classificable as hard rock.
c)
Excavation in Hard Rock : This includes all rock other than soft rock mentioned in para 1.5.1 (b) viz.
soft rock, occurring in masses, boulders having approximate volume more than 0.5 cum. plain or reinforced cement
concrete, which can best be removed by blasting or chiselling and wedging where blasting cannot be permitted owing
to any restriction at site.
i)
Excavation in Hard Rock by Blasting : Where blasting is permitted the excavation in rock shall be
done by means of blasting. No heavy blasting will be permitted and only controlled/muffled blasting will be permitted at
the discretion of the Engineer-in-Charge. The Contractor shall be governed by the relevant statutory laws, rules and
regulations on explosives, pertaining to the acquisition, transport, storage, handling and use of explosive which shall
be rigidly followed and shall obtain himself all necessary materials and equipment for blasting. Blasting shall be
executed through a licensed blaster with prior permission from police authorities. Prior to blasting sufficient notice
shall be given to concerned parties to avoid danger to people, materials and nearby structures. All the damages
caused by careless blasting if any shall be made good by the contractor at his own expenses.
ii)
Excavation in Hard Rock by Chiselling and Wedging : Where blasting is not permitted and if the
Engineer-in-Charge so desires, the excavation shall be done by chiselling and wedging or any other agreed method.
NOTE : All the excavated hard rock obtained shall be stacked properly and neatly within the specified lead by
the contractor as directed by the Engineer-in-Charge.
1.6 EXCAVATION PARAMETERS : The excavation under all classifications in areas in trenches or in pits shall
be carried out systematically. Cutting shall be done from top to bottom and no under-pining or undercutting will be
allowed. The bottom and sides of excavation shall be dressed to proper level, slopes,steps, camber etc. by removing
high spots, and ramming thoroughly as directed by the Engineer-in-charge.
All the excavation shall be carried out strictly to the dimensions given in the drawing. The width shall generally be
of the width of mudmat concrete and depth as shown in drawing or as directed by the Engineer-in-Charge, according
to availability of the desired bearing capacity of soil below. Any excavation if taken below the specified depths and
levels, the contractor shall at his own cost fill up such overcut to the specified level with cement concrete 1:4:8 in case
of excavation in all types of soils and with cement concrete 1:2:4 in case of excavation in soft and hard rock.
After the excavation is completed, the contractor shall notify the Engineer-in-Charge to that effect and no further
work shall be taken up until the Engineer-in-Charge has approved the depth and dimensions and also the nature
of foundation materials. Levels and measurements shall also be recorded prior to taking up any further work.
1.7 SHORING :
Unless separately provided for in the schedule of quantities, the quoted rate for excavation shall include
excavation of slopes to prevent falling in soil by providing and/or fixing, maintaining and removing of shoring, bracing
etc. The contractor would be responsible for the design of shoring for proper retaining of sides of trenches, pits etc.
with due consideration to the traffic, superimposed loads etc. Shoring shall be of sufficient strength to resist the pressure
and ensure safety from slips and to prevent damage to work and property and injury to persons. It shall be removed as
directed after items for which it is required are completed. Should the slips occur, the slipped material shall be removed
and slope dressed to a modified stable slope. Removal of the slipped earth will not be measured for payment.
1.8 DEWATERING :
Unless specifically provided for as a separate item in the schedule of quantities, rate shall also include bailing or
pumping out all water which may accumulate in the excavation during the progress of further works such as mud mat
concrete, R.C. footings, shuttering etc. either due to seepage, springs, rain or any other cause and diverting surface
flow by bunds or other means. Care shall be taken to ensure that the water discharged sufficiently away from the
foundations to keep it free from nuisance to other works in the neighbourhood.
1.9 DISPOSAL OF EXCAVATED MATERIALS :
a) ANTIQUITES : Any finds of archaeological interest such as relics of antiquity, coins, fossils or other articles of
value shall be delivered to the Engineer-in-Charge and shall be the property of the Government.
b) USEFUL MATERIALS : Any material obtained from the excavatiion which in the opinion of the Engineer-inCharge is useful, shall be stacked separately in regular stacks as directed by the Engineer-in-Charge and shall be the
property of the Government.
No material excavated from foundation trenches of whatever kind they may be are to be placed even temporarily
nearer than about 3 m. from the outer edge of excavation. Discretion of the Engineer-in-Charge in such cases is final.
All materials excavated will remain the property of the Department. Rate for excavation includes sorting out of the
useful materials and stacking them separately as directed within the specific lead.
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Materials suitable and useful for backfilling or other use shall be stacked in convenient place but not in such a
way as to obstruct free movement of materials, workers and vehicles or encroach on the area required for
constructional purposes. It shall be used to the extent required to completely backfill the structure to original ground
level or other elevation shown on the plan or as directed by the Engineer-in-Charge. Materials not useful in anyway
shall be disposed off, levelled and compacted as directed by the Engineer-in-charge within a specified lead.
The site shall be left clean of all debris and levelled on completion.
1.10 BACKFILLING IN SIDES OF FOUNDATIONS, PLINTH, UNDER FLOOR ETC. :
The back filling shall be done after the concrete or masonry has fully set and shall be done in such a way as not
to cause under-thrust on any part of the structure. Where suitable excavated material is to be used for back filling, it
shall be brought from the place where it was temporarily deposited and shall be used in backfilling. The scope of work
for back filling/filling in foundation, plinth, under floors etc. shall include filling for all the buildings covered under the
contract. Surplus earth available from one building, if required, shall be used for backfilling/filling for other buildings
also within the specified lead mentioned in the item.
All timber shoring and form work left in the trenches, pits, floors etc. shall be removed after their necessity
ceases and trash of any sort shall be cleared out from the excavation. All the space between foundation masonry or
concrete and the sides of excavation shall be backfilled to the original surface with approved materials in layers
not exceeding 150 mm. in thickness, watered and well consolidated by means of rammers to atleast 90% of the
consolidation obtainable at optimum moisture content (Proctor density). Flooding with water for consolidation will
not be allowed. Areas inaccessible to mechanical equipment such as areas adjacent to walls and columns etc. shall
be tamped by hand rammer or by hand held power rammers to the required density. The backfill shall be uniform in
character and free from large lumps, stones, shingle or boulder not larger than 75 mm. in any direction,salt, clods,
organic or other foreign materials which might rot. The backfilling in plinth and under floors shall be done in similar
way in layers not exceeding 150 mm. thick and shall be well consolidated by means of mechanical or hand operated
rammers as specified to achieve the required density.
Test to establish proper consolidation as required will be carried out by the Department at rates specified. Two
tests per 50 sqm. will be taken to ascertain the proper consolidation. The cost of tests carried out will be recovered
from the contractors bill.
1.11 FILLING IN PLINTH AND UNDER FLOORS:
After the available suitable excavated materials are exhausted as backfilling, the contractor shall notify the
Engineer-in-Charge, of the fact and levels taken jointly with Engineer-in-Charge. The earth, murrum, sand, gravel
etc. or such materials suitable for filling proposed to be filled under floors and so mentioned in the item of schedule of
quantities shall then be brought to site from approved locations and sources.
i) Earth Filling : The earth, soft murrum etc. so brought shall be filled up in layers of 15 cm depth, each layer
being well watered and consolidated by approved hand or mechanical tampers or other suitable means to achieve
the required density.
ii) Gravel or Sand Filling : Gravel if required to be filled under floors, shall be single washed gravel of
approved quality and of size varying from 12 mm. to 20 mm. it shall be uniformly blinded with approved type of soil
and/or sand to obtain full compaction. Gravel shall be filled in specified thickness and shall be well watered and
rammed entirely to the satisfaction of the Engineer-in-Charge.
If sand is required to be filled under floors,it shall be clean, medium grained and free from impurities. The filled in
sand shall be kept flooded with water for 24 hrs. to ensure maximum consolidation. Any temporary work required
to maintain sand under flooded condition shall be done by the contractor at his own cost. The surface shall then
be well dressed and got approved from Engineer-in-Charge before any other work is taken over the fill.

1.12 LEAD & LIFT

LEAD : The lead for disposal/deposition of excavated materials shall be as specified in the respective item of
work. For the purpose of measurements of lead, the area to be excavated or filled or area on which excavated
material is to be deposited/disposed off shall be divided in suitable blocks and for each of the block, the
distance between centre lines shall be taken as the lead which shall be measured by the shortest straight
line route on the plan and not the actual route adopted.

LIFT : Lift shall be measured from ground level. Excavation up to 1.5 m depth below ground level and depositing
excavated material on the ground shall be included in the item of earthwork for various kinds of soil. Extra lift shall be
measured in unit of 1.5 m or part thereof. Obvious lift shall only be measured; that is lifts inherent in the lead due to
ground slope shall not be measured except for lead upto 250 m. All excavation shall be measured in successive
stages of 1.5 m stating the commencing level. This shall not apply to cases where no lift is involved as in hill side
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1.13 MODE OF MEASUREMENTS:

1.13.1 All excavation in areas having depth more than 30 cm. pits, trenches etc. shall be measured net. The
dimensions for the purpose of payment shall be reckoned on the horizontal area of the excavation at the base for
foundations of the walls, columns, footings, rafts or other foundations, multiplied by the mean depth from the
surface of ground determined by levels. Excavation for side slopes will not be paid for. Excavation in areas having
depths less than 30 cms. shall be measured as surface excavation on square metre basis,mentioning the average
depth of excavation.
Reasonable working space beyond concrete dimensions shall be allowed for waterproofing and shuttering works in
underground water tanks, sumps, septic tanks etc., where considered necessary in the opinion of the Engineer-inCharge. However the same shall be limited to the following:
i) Waterproofing and
works upto 2M depth

shuttering

Maximum upto 600mm from wall face or 300mm from the edge of
offset / raft, whichever is more.

ii) Waterproofing and

works beyond 2M depth

shuttering

Maximum upto 900mm from wall face or 300mm from the edge of
offset / raft, whichever is more.

Reasonable working space beyond concrete dimension required for waterproofing and shuttering where
considered necessary in the opinion of Engineer-in Charge will be allowed in execution and considered for payment
for underground water tank, sump, septic tank etc.
1.13.2 Wherever direct measurements of rock excavation are not possible, volume of rock be calculated on the
basis of length, breadth and depth of stacks made at site as mentioned in para 1.5.1 (c). The net volume shall be
worked out by reducing it by 50%, taking the voids into consideration as 50%. Similarly to arrive at net quantity to be
paid in the case of soil, reduction @ 20% of corresponding stack/truck measurements shall be made.
1.13.3 The rate for excavation shall include carting and disposing and levelling the excavated materials
within the specified lead. The rate shall also be inclusive of cost of all tools, plants, explosives, shoring, dewatering
at various stages, labour, materials etc. to complete all the operations specified.
1.13.4 The backfilling and consolidation in sides of foundation and in plinth with excavated material will not be
paid for separately. The rate quoted for excavation shall be deemed to have been included the cost of stacking of
excavated materials, conveying within the specified lead, picking of selected stacked materials, conveying it to the
place of final backfill, compaction to the required proctor density etc.
1.13.5 Payment for filling and consolidation inside the trenches, sides of foundations, plinth etc. with selected
materials brought by the contractor other than the excavated material, shall be paid for separately as per the rates in
schedule of quantities which includes cost of such materials/excavation, royalty, its conveyance within the specified
lead, watering, consolidating, dressing etc. Actual quantity of consolidated filling shall be measured and paid in cubic
metres upto two places of decimal.
1.13.6 The rate quoted in cum. for items of excavation is deemed to include the necessary additional quantity of
excavation involved beyond the plan dimensions of the work which may be necessary to be carried out for carrying out
the work in an engineering manner, decided upon by the contractor. Therefore no extra payment will be made for any
excavation done other than the required quantity as per the plan dimension indicated in the drawings.
1.13.7 Measurements for excavation over areas shall be determined by levels or by Dead men or both at the
discretion of the Engineer-in-Charge. If however the Engineer-in-Charge decides on measurement by levels, levels of
site shall be jointly taken and recorded by the Engineer-in-Charge or his representatives and the contractor, before
commencement of the work and after completion of the work and the quantity of work done shall be computed
based on these levels. The volume of earth work shall be computed based on Simpsons formula or any other
approved method at the discretion of the Engineer-in-Charge.
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2.

ANTITERMITE TREATMENT:
2.1 GENERAL :

Preconstructional anti-termite treatment is a process in which soil treatment is applied to a building in early
stages of its construction. The purpose of antitermite treatment is to provide the building with a chemical barrier
against the sub-terranean termites.
Antitermite treatment being a specialized job, calls for thorough knowledge of the chemicals, soils, termite to
be dealt with and the environmental conditions, in order to give effective treatment and lasting protection to the
property undergoing treatment. It is, therefore, imperative that the works of antitermite treatment should be got
executed through specialized agencies only. The specialized agency should be preferably a member of the
Indian Pest Control Association and shall have sufficient experience of carrying out similar works of magnitude
envisaged in this tender.
The preconstructional soil treatment is required to be applied during the construction stages of the sub-structure
upto plinth level. The contractor has to be watchful of the various stages of sub-structure works and arrange to carry
out the soil treatment in time after proper co-ordination with Department and other contractors if any, working at site.
2.2 SCOPE :
The scope of preconstructional antitermite treatment covers the soil treatment with approved chemicals in water
emulsion in foundation trenches for columns, plinth beams, pile caps, brick walls, service trenches, lift pits, steps,
ramps etc. in top surfaces of plinth filling, at junction of walls and floor,in expansion joints etc. in stages as detailed
in this specifications and drawings. Unless otherwise stipulated, the antitermite treatment will be carried out as
per I.S.6313 (part II) 1981 and/or as per direction of the Engineer-in-Charge.
2.3 SITE PREPARATION :
In order to ensure uniform distribution of the chemical emulsion and to assist penetration, the following site
preparation shall be carried out:
a) Remove all trees, stumps, logs or roots from the building site.
b) Remove all concrete form work if left anywhere, levelling pegs, timber off-cuts and other builders debris from
the area to be treated.
c) If the soil to be treated is sandy or porous, preliminary moistening will be required to fill capillary spaces in
soil in order to prevent the loss of emulsion through piping or excessive percolations.
d) In the event of water logging of foundation, the water shall be pumped out before application of chemical
emulsion and it should be applied only when the soil is absorbent.
e) On clays and other heavy soils where penetration is likely to be slow and on sloping sites, where run-off of
the treating solution is likely to occur, the surface of the soil should be scarified to a depth of 75 mm. atleast.
f) All sub-floor levelling and grading should be completed, all cutting, trenches and excavations should be
completed with backfilling in place, borrowed fill must be free from organic debris and shall be well compacted. If this
is not done supplementary treatments should be made to complete the barrier.
2.4 CHEMICAL TO BE USED :
The effectiveness of chemical depends upon the choice of the chemical, the dosage adopted and the
thoroughness of application. The chemical solutions or emulsions are required to be dispersed uniformly in the soil
and to the required strength so as to form an effective chemical barrier which is lethal and repellent to termites.
Soil Treatment : One of the approved chemicals in water emulsion, recommended by the Indian Pest Control
Association (IPCA), and approved by the Engineer-in-Charge, shall be used uniformly over the area to be treated.
The contractor should produce voucher(s) for the chemical purchased and should get verified the sealed
container(s) of the specified chemical from the Engineer-in-Charge before preparing the emulsion/use for the
treatment.
2.5 MODE AND RATE OF APPLICATION :
The chemical emulsion as stated above will be applied uniformly by sprayers at the prescribed rates as detailed
below in all the stages of the treatment.
2.5.1 Treatment in Foundation Trenches : In case of normal wall load bearing structures, column pits, wall
trenches and basement, the treatment shall be @ 5 ltrs./sqm. of surface area of the bottom and sides to a height
of atleast 300 mm. After the foundation work, the sides shall be treated @ 7.5 ltrs./sqm. of vertical surface of
substructure on each side. After the earth filling is done, treatment shall be done by rodding the earth at 150
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In case of framed structure, the treatment shall start at a depth of 500 mm. below ground level. From this depth
the backfill around the columns, beams and R.C.C. basement walls shall be treated @ 7.5 ltrs./sqm. of the
vertical surface and @ 5 ltrs./sqm. for the horizontal surface at the bottom in the trenches/pits.
2.5.2 Treatment on Top Surfaces of Plinth Filling : The top surface of the filled earth within plinth walls shall
be treated with chemical emulsion at the rate of 5 litres/sqm. of the surface area before sub-base to floor is laid. If
filled earth has been well rammed and the surface does not allow the emulsion to seep through, holes upto 50 to
75mm. deep at 150 mm. centers both ways shall be made with crow bars on the surface to facilitate saturation
of the soil with the emulsion.
2.5.3 Treatment at Junction of Walls and Floors : Special care shall be taken to establish continuity of the
vertical chemical barrier on the inner wall surfaces from the finished ground level (or from level where the treatment
had stopped) upto the level of the filled earth surface. To achieved this a small channel 30 x 30 mm. shall be made
at all the junctions of wall/column with floor (before laying sub-grade) and rod holes made in the channel upto the
finished ground level at 150 mm apart and the iron rod moved backward and forward to break the earth and
chemical emulsion poured along the channel @ 7.5 litres ( or at recommended quantity) per sqm. of the vertical
wall/column surfaces so as to soak the soil right upto the bottom. The soil shall be tamped back into place after this
operation.
2.5.4 Treatment for Expansion Joints : The soil beneath the expansion joints shall receive special attention
when the treatment under 2.5.1 above is in progress. This treatment shall be supplemented by treating through the
expansion joint after sub-grade has been laid at the rate of 2 litres per metre length of expansion joint.
2.6 PRECAUTIONS DURING TREATMENT :
a) Utmost care shall be taken to see that the chemical barrier is complete and continuous. Each part of the area
shall receive the prescribed dosage of chemical emulsion.
b) The treatment should not be carried out when it is raining or when the soil is wet with rain or sub-soil water.
c) Once formed, the treated soil barrier shall not be disturbed. If by chance, treated soil barriers are disturbed,
immediate steps shall be taken to restore the continuity and completeness of the barrier system.
2.7 PRECAUTIONS FOR HEALTH HAZARDS AND SAFETY MEASURES :
2.7.1 All the chemicals mentioned above are poisonous and hazardous to health. These chemicals can have an
adverse effect upon health when absorbed through the skin, inhaled as vapours or spray mist or swallowed. Persons
handling or using these chemicals should be warned of these dangers and advised that absorption through the
skin is the most likely source of accidental poisoning. They should be cautioned to observe carefully the
safety precautions given in 2.7.2 to 2.7.5 particularly when handling these chemicals in the form of
concentrates
2.7.2 These chemicals are usually brought to the site in the form of emulsifiable concentrates. The containers
should be clearly labelled and should be stored carefully so that children and pets cannot get at them. They should be
kept securely closed.
2.7.3 Particular care should be taken to prevent skin contact with concentrates. Prolonged exposure to dilute
emulsions should also be avoided. Workers should wear clean clothing and should wash thoroughly with soap and
water specially before eating and smoking. In the event of severe contamination, clothing should be removed at once
and the skin washed with soap and water. If chemicals splash into the eyes they shall be flushed with plenty of soap
and water and immediate medical attention should be sought.
2.7.4 The concentrates are oil solutions and present a fire hazard owing to the use of petroleum solvents.
Flames should not be allowed during mixing.
2.7.5 Care should be taken in the application of chemicals/soil-toxicants to see that they are not
allowed to contaminate wells or springs which serve as source of drinking water.
2.8 GUARANTEE :
The contractor has to furnish the guarantee for 10 (ten) years from the date of completion of work, stating that in
case of reappearance of termites within the building area due to defective materials or workmanship or due to any
other reasons, the contractor will carry out the necessary post constructional treatment to keep the entire area free
from termite, once again, without any extra cost to the Department during the guarantee period.
2.9 MODE OF MEASUREMENT :
The payment will be made on the basis of plinth area measurements at ground floor only for all the stages of treatment
in sqm. correct to two places of decimals. Rate includes the cost of materials, labour and all tools,plants, sprayers
required for complete operation.
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3. HARD CORE / SOLING UNDER FLOORS / FOUNDATIONS :

3.1 SCOPE OF WORK :
The work covered under this specification includes all type of soling work either by bricks or by rubble stones laid
under floors/foundations, hand packed, complete as per under mentioned specification and applicable drawings.
3.2.1 RUBBLE STONE SOLING :
The rubble stone shall be of best variety of black trap/granite/basalt or other approved variety of stone available
locally. The stone shall be hard, durable, free from defects and of required size and shall be approved by the
Engineer-in-Charge before incorporation in the work.
3.2.2 Preparation of Surface : The bed on which rubble soling is to be laid shall be cleared of all loose
materials, levelled, watered and compacted and got approved by the Engineer-in-Charge before laying rubble
soling. Cable or pipe trenches if shown in the drawing and as required by the Engineer-in-Charge shall be got done
before the soling is started.
3.2.3 Workmanship : Over the prepared surface, the stone shall be set as closely as possible and well packed
and firmly set. The stones shall be of full height and shall be laid so as to have their bases of the largest area
resting on the sub-grade. Soling shall be laid in one layer of 230 mm. or 150 mm. or other specified thickness and
no stones shall be less than 230 mm. or 150 mm. depth or specified thickness of soling with a tolerance of 25mm.
After packing the stones properly in position, the interstices between them shall be carefully filled with quarry
spoils or stone chips of larger size possible, to obtain a hard, compact surface. Spreading of loose spoils or stone
chips is prohibited.
The entire surface shall be examined for any protrusions and the same shall be knocked off by a hammer and
all interstices shall be filled with approved murrum. Excess murrum if any over the surfaces shall be removed.
Unless otherwise specified, the murrum shall be supplied by the contractor at his own cost from the selected
areas. The surfaces shall then be watered and consolidated with mechanical or sufficiently heavy wooden tampers
and log-rammers as approved by the Engineer-in-Charge to give the required slope or level and dense sub-base.
After compaction, the surface shall present clean look. Adequate care shall be taken by the contractor while laying
and compacting the rubble soling to see that concrete surfaces in contact with soling are not damaged.
3.3 MODE OF MEASUREMENT :
The quoted rate shall be per square metre of the soling of specified thickness. The linear dimensions shall be
measured upto two places of decimals of a metre and are worked out correct to the two places of decimals of a
square metre. Plan areas of soling work actually done limiting to the dimensions as per drawings shall be measured
for payment. The rate shall include all the materials, labour, transport etc. and no extra payment shall be made for
work done at different levels. The rate shall also include the cost of preparation of surface, all materials and labour,
watering, consolidation etc. all complete.
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4. 0 PLAIN / REINFORCED CONCRETE AND ALLIED WORKS:

4.1 SCOPE :
Scope of the specification deals with the structural and general use of plain and reinforced cement concrete..
The specifications cover the qualitative and quantitative requirements in respect of selection of ingredients,
proportioning, manufacture of concrete, transport, placing, consolidation, curing, finishing, acceptance criteria etc.,
These specifications also cover the requirement of form work and reinforcement.
4.2. Unless otherwise specified, the manufacture and placing of concrete shall be done by weigh batching.
However, in the specific cases where mechanized batching system (Ready mix concrete), mechanical transport and
pumping is specified the same shall be followed as per the terms of the contract.
4.3 CEMENT CONCRETE (PLAIN AND REINFORCED):
4.3.1 The quality of materials and method and control of manufacture and transportation of all concrete work in
respect of mix, whether reinforced or otherwise, shall conform to the applicable portions of these specifications.
4.3.2 Mandatory tests: The Engineer-in-Charge shall have the right to inspect the sources of materials, the
layout and operation of procurement and storage of materials, the concrete batching and mixing equipments and the
quality control system. The contractor shall arrange such an inspection and the Engineer-in-Charge approval shall be
obtained prior to starting the concrete work. List of mandatory test for RCC to be carried out is enclosed as Annexure
"A".
4.3.3 Materials for Standard Concrete : The ingredients to be used in the manufacture of standard concrete
shall consist solely of a standard type Portland/Portland puzzolana cement, clean sand, natural coarse aggregate,
clean water, ice and admixtures if specially called for on drawings or schedule of quantities.
4.3.3.1. Cement: Unless otherwise specified or called for in the contract specifications, cement shall be any of the
following and the type selected should be appropriate for the intended use and as per the contract conditions ,
specifications and drawings.
a) 33 Grade Ordinary Portland cement conforming to IS 269
b) 43 Grade ordinary Portland cement conforming to IS 8112
c) 53 Grade ordinary Portland Cement conforming to IS 12269
d) Portland slag cement conforming to IS 455.
e) Porland pozzolana cement (fly ash based ) conforming to IS 1489 (Part I)
f)

Portland pozzolona cement (calcined clay based conforming to IS 1489 (Part 2)

g) Sulphate resisting Portland cement conforming to IS 12330.

In case the job requires specific use of any of the following cements the same shall be used with the prior
approval of the EIC and necessary precautions with regard to their setting and hardening time, time required
for de-shuttering, curing etc., shall be taken after carefully complying with specific literature with regard to
those types.
1.High Alumina cement - conforming to IS 6452
2.Low heat cement - conforming to IS 12600
3.Super sulphate cement - conforming to IS 6909
4.Rapid Hardening cement - conforming to IS 8041
5. Blended Cement for finishing work as below

Other combinations of Portland Cement with mineral admixtures of quality conforming to

relevant Indian Standards laid down may also be used in the manufacture of concrete provided
that there are satisfactory data on their suitability, such as performance test on concrete
containing them and only in such case where in specifically called for in the contract.
4.3.3.1 (A). Mineral Admixtures
Pozzolana: Pozzolanic materials conforming to relevant Indian Standards may be used with the permission of
Engineer-in-charge, provided uniform blending with cement is ensured.
Fly ash (pulverized fuel ash):
Fly ash conforming to Grade 1 of IS 3812 may be used as part replacement
of ordinary Portland cement provided uniform blending with cement is ensured.
Silica fume: Silica fume conforming to a standard approved by the deciding authority can be used as part
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Note: The silica fume (very fine non crystalline silicon dioxide)is a by-product of the manufacture of
silicon,ferrosilicon or the like, from quartz and carbon in electric arc furnace. It is usually used in proportion of 5 to
10 percent of the cement content of a mix.
Rice husk ash: Rice husk ash giving required performance and uniformity characteristics may be used with the
approval of the deciding authority.
Note: Rice husk ash is produced by burning rice husk and contain large proportion of silica. To achieve
amorphous state, rice husk may be burnt at controlled temperature. It is necessary to evaluate the product from a
particular source for performance and uniformity since it can range from being as deleterious as silt when
incorporated in concrete. Water demand and drying shrinkage should be studied before using rice husk.
Metakaoline: Metakaoline having fineness between 700 to 900m2/kg may be used as pozzolanic material in
concrete.
Note: Metakaoline is obtained by calcination of pure or refined kaolintic clay at a temperature between 650 0C and
0
850 C, followed by grinding to achieve a fineness of 700 to 900 m2/kg. The resulting material has high pozzolanicity.
Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag: Ground granulated blast Furnace slag obtained by grinding
granulated blast furnace slag conforming to IS 12089 may be used as part replacement of ordinary Portland
cement provided uniform blending with cement is assured.
A certified report attesting to the conformity of the cement to I.S. specifications by the cement manufacturers
chemist shall be furnished to the Engineer-in-Charge, if demanded. The Contractor, shall make his own
arrangements for the storage of adequate quantity of cement at no extra cost at the site of work as per instructions
and approval of the Engineer-in-Charge.
Specification for Storage:
Cement in bags shall be stored and stacked in a shed, which is dry, leak-proof and moisture proof as far as
possible. Storage under tarpaulins will not be permitted. Flooring of the shed shall consists of the two layers of dry
bricks laid on well consolidated earth to avoid contact of cement bags with the floor. Stacking shall be done about
150 to 200 mm clear above the floor using wooden planks. Cement bags shall be stacked at least 450 mm clear off
the walls and in rows of two bags leaving in a space of at least 600 mm between two consecutive rows. In each row
the cement bags shall be kept closed together so as to reduce air circulation. Stacking shall not be more than ten
bags high to avoid lumping under pressure. In stacks more than eight bags high, the cement bags shall be arranged
in header and stretcher fashion i.e alternately lengthwise and crosswise so as to tie the stacks together and minimize
the danger of toppling over.
Damaged or reclaimed or partly set cement will not be permitted to be used and shall be removed from the site.
The storage arrangements shall be such that there is no dead storage consignments in cement shall be stored as
received and shall be consumed in the order of their delivery.
Cement held in store for a period of ninety (90) days or longer shall be retested before use in work. Should at
any time the Engineer-in-Charge have reasons to consider that any cement is defective, then irrespective of its origin
and/or manufacturers test certificate, such cement shall be tested immediately at a National Test
Laboratory/Departmental Laboratory or such approved laboratory, and until the results of such tests are found
satisfactory, it shall not be used in any work.
4.3.3.2 Aggregates :
a) Aggregate in general designates both fine and coarse inert materials used in the manufacture of concrete.
b) Fine Aggregate is aggregate most of which passes through 4.75 mm I.S. sieve.
c) Coarse Aggregate is aggregate most of which is retained on 4.75 mm I.S. sieve. Aggregate shall comply
with requirement of IS 383. As far as possible preference shall be given to machine broken and graded aggregate.
All fine and coarse aggregates proposed for use in the work shall be subject to the Engineer-in-Charges
approval and after specific materials have been accepted, the source of supply of such materials shall not be
changed without prior approval of the Engineer-in-Charge.
Aggregate shall, except as noted above, consists of natural sand, crushed stone and gravel from a source
known to produce satisfactory aggregate for concrete and shall be chemically inert, strong, hard, durable against
weathering, of limited porosity and free from deleterious materials that may cause corrosion to the reinforcement
or may impair the strength and/or durability of concrete. The grading of aggregates shall be such as to produce a
dense concrete of specified strength and consistency that will work readily into position without segregation
and shall be based on the mix design and preliminary test on concrete specified herein-after.
Sampling and testing : Sampling of the aggregates for mix design and determination of suitability shall be
taken under the supervision of the Engineer-in-Charge and delivered to the laboratory, well in advance of the
schedule for placing of concrete. Records of tests which have been made on proposed aggregates and on concrete
made from this source of aggregates shall be furnished to the Engineer-in-Charge in advance of the work for
use, in determining suitability of the proposed aggregate.
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Storage of aggregates : All coarse and fine aggregates shall be stacked separately in stock piles in the material
yard near the work site in bins properly constructed to avoid inter mixing of different aggregates. Contamination with
foreign materials and earth during storage and while heaping the materials shall be avoided. The aggregate must be
of specified quality not only at the time of receiving at site but also at the time of loading into mixer. Rakers shall be
used for lifting the coarse aggregate from bins or stock piles. Coarse aggregate shall be piled in layers not exceeding
1.00 metres in height to prevent conning or segregation. Each layer shall cover the entire area of the stock pile before
succeeding layers are started. Aggregates that have become segregated shall be rejected. Rejected material after remixing may be accepted, if subsequent tests demonstrate conformity with required gradation.
Specific Gravity : Aggregates having a specific gravity below 2.6 (saturated surface dry basis) shall not be
used without special permission of the Engineer-in-Charge.
4.3.3.2.1 Fine Aggregate: Fine aggregate except as noted above, and for other than light weight concrete shall
consist of natural or crushed sand conforming to I.S. 383. The sand shall be clean, sharp, hard, strong and
durable and shall be free from dust, vegetable substances, adherent coating, clay, loam, alkali, organic
matter, mica, salt or other deleterious substances which can be injurious to the setting
qualities/strength/durability of concrete.
4.3.3.2.2 Machine Made Sand : Machine made sand will be acceptable, provided the constituent rock composition
is sound, hard, dense, non-organic, uncoated and durable against weathering. Machine made sand shall
be accepted provided grading & finer particle limits conform to IS 383.
4.3.3.2.3 Screening and Washing : Sand shall be prepared for use by such screening or washing or both, as
necessary, to remove all objectionable foreign matter while separating the sand grains to the required size
fractions. Sand with silt content more than 3 percent will not be permitted to be used unless the same is
washed and silt content is brought within 3% by weight.
Foreign Material Limitations : The percentages of deleterious substances in sand, delivered to the mixer shall
not exceed the following:

Percent by weight
Sl.No

Substances

Uncrushed

Crushed

i)

Material finer than 75 micron

I.S. Sieve

3.00

15.00

ii)

Shale

1.00

--

iii)

Coal and lignite

1.00

1.00

iv)

Clay lumps

1.00

1.00

v)

Total of all above substances

including items (i) to (iv) for
uncrushed sand and items (iii)
and (iv) for crushed sand.

5.00

2.00

GRADATION : Unless otherwise directed or approved, the grading of sand shall be within the
limits indicated hereunder.
I.S. Sieve
Designation

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Grading
Zone -I

Grading
Zone -II

Grading
Zone -III

Grading
Zone -IV

9.5 mm

100

100

100

100

4.75mm

90-100

90-100

90-100

95-100

2.36mm

60-95

75-100

85-100

95-100

1.18 mm

30-70

55-90

75-100

90-100

600 micron

15-34

35-59

60-79

80-100

300 micron

5-20

8-30

8-30

20-65

150 micron

0-10

0-10

0-10

0-15

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Where the grading falls outside the limits of any particular grading zone of sieves, other than 600 micron (I.S.)
sieve by not more than 5%, it shall be regarded as falling within that grading zone. This tolerance shall not be applied
to percentage passing the 600 micron (I.S.) sieve or to percentage passing any other sieve size on the coarser limit of
grading zone I or the finer limit of grading zone IV. Fine aggregates conforming to Grading Zone IV shall not be used
unless mix designs and preliminary tests have shown its suitability for producing concrete of specified strength and
workability.
Fineness Modulus : The sand shall have a fineness modulus of not less than 2.2 or more than 3.2. The
fineness modulus is determined by adding the cumulative percentages retained on the following I.S. sieve sizes (4.75
mm, 2.36 mm, 1.18 mm, 600 micron, 300 micron and 150 micron) and dividing the sum by 100.
4.3.3.2.2 Coarse Aggregate : Coarse aggregate for concrete, except as noted above and for other than light
weight concrete shall conform to I.S. 383. This shall consist of natural or crushed stone and gravel, and shall be clean
and free from elongated, flaky or laminated pieces, adhering coatings, clay lumps, coal residue, clinkers, sag,
alkali, mica, organic matter or other deleterious matter.
The coarse aggregate and fine aggregate shall be tested from time to time as required by the Engineer-inCharge to ascertain its suitability for use in construction and the charges for testing aggregate shall be born by the
contractor as specified herein after.
Screening and Washing : Crushed rock shall be screened and/or washed for the removal of dirt or dust
coating, if so demanded by Engineer-in-Charge.
Grading : Coarse aggregates shall be either in single or graded, in both the cases. The grading shall be
within the following limits:
I.S. Sieve

Designation

Percentage passing for single sized aggregates of

nominal size

Percentage passing for graded

aggregates of nominal size

12 .5mm

10 mm

40 mm

20 mm

16 mm

12.5 mm

100

85-100

100

95-100

100

0-5

0-20

85-100

100

30-70

95-100

100

100

13.2 mm

85-100

100

90-100

11.2 mm

85-100

100

90-100

9.5 mm

0-5

0-20

0-30

0-45

85-100

10-35

25-55

30-70

40-85

4.75 mm

0-5

0-5

0-10

0-20

0-20

0-5

0-10

0-10

0-10

2.36 mm

0-5

0-5

63 mm

40 mm

20 mm

75 mm

100

53 mm

85-100

100

37.5 mm

0-30

19 mm

16mm

The pieces shall be angular in shape and shall have granular or crystalline surfaces. Friable, flaky and laminated
pieces, mica and shale, if present, shall be only in such quantities that will not, in the opinion of Engineer-in-Charge,
affect adversely the strength and/or durability of concrete, the maximum size of coarse aggregate shall be the
maximum size specified above, but in no case greater than 1/4 of the minimum thickness of the member, provided
that the concrete can be placed without difficulty so as to surround all reinforcement thoroughly and fill the corners of
form. Plums above 160 mm. and upto any reasonable size can be used in plain mass concrete work of large
dimensions upto a maximum limit of 20% by volume of concrete when specifically approved by Engineer-in-Charge.
For heavily reinforced concrete members, the nominal maximum size of the aggregate shall be 5 mm. less than the
minimum clear distance between the reinforcing main bars or 5mm less than the minimum cover to the reinforcement
whichever is smaller. The amount of fine particles occurring in the Free State or as loose adherent shall not exceed
1% when determined by laboratory sedimentation tests as per I.S. 2386. After 24 hours immersion in water, a
previously dried sample shall not have gained more than 10% of its oven dry weight in air, as determined by I.S.2386.
Foreign Material Limitations : The percentages
delivered to the mixer shall not exceed the following :

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Percentage by weight of aggregates

Sl.No.

Substances

Uncrushed

Crushed

i)

Material finer than 75 micron I.S. Sieve

3.00

3.00

ii)

Coal and lignite

1.00

1.00

iii)

Clay lumps

1.00

1.00

iv)

Soft fragments

3.00

--

v)

Total of all the above substances

5.00

5.00

4.3.3.3 WATER :
Water used for both mixing and curing shall be clean and free from injurious amounts of deleterious
materials.viz oils, acids, alkalis, salts, sugar, organic materials or other substances that may be deleterious to
concrete or steel. Potable waters are generally satisfactory for mixing and curing concrete. In case of doubt, the
suitability of water for making concrete shall be ascertained by the compressive strength and initial setting time test
specified in I.S. 456 - 2000. The sample of water taken for testing shall be typical of the water proposed to be used
for concreting, due account being paid to seasonal variation. The samples shall not receive any treatment before
testing other than that envisaged in the regular supply of water proposed for use in concrete. The sample shall be
stored in a clean container previously rinsed out with similar water.
Average 28 days compressive strength of at least three 150 mm. concrete cubes prepared with water proposed
to be used shall not be less than 90% of the average strength of three similar concrete cubes prepared with
distilled water as per IS - 516.
The initial setting time of test block made with the appropriate cement and the water proposed to be used shall
not be less than 30 minutes and shall not differ by more than (+/-) 30 minutes from the initial setting time of control test
block prepared with the same cement and distilled water. The test blocks shall be prepared and tested in accordance
with the requirements of I.S. 4031(Part 5).
Where water can be shown to contain an excess of acid, alkali, sugar or salt, Engineer-in-Charge may
refuse to permit its use. As a guide, the following concentrations represent the maximum permissible values:
a) Limits of acidity : To neutralize 100 ml sample of water, using phenolphthalein as an indicator, it should not
require more than 5 ml. of 0.02 normal NaOH. The details of test shall be as per I.S. 3025 (Part 22)
b) Limits of alkalinity : To neutralize 100 ml sample of water, using mixed indicator , it should not require more
than 25 ml. of 0.02 normal H2SO4. The details of test shall be as per I.S. 3025 (Part 23).
c) Permissible limits for solids shall be as under (water):
Sl.No.

Type of solid

Tested as per

Permissible limit (Max.)

i)

Organic

IS 3025 (Part 18)

200 mg / l

ii)

Inorganic

IS 3025 (Part 18)

3000 mg / l

Iii)

Sulphates (as SO2)

IS 3025 (Part 24)

400 mg / l

iv)

Chlorides (asCl)

IS 3025 (Part 32)

2000 mg / l for concrete not containing

embedded steel and 500 mg/l for
reinforced cement concrete work.

v)

Suspended matter

IS 3025 (Part 17)

2000mg / l

d) The PH value of water shall be not less than 6.

DESIGN MIX CONCRETE :
All reinforced concrete in the works shall be Design Mix Concrete as defined in I.S. 456-2000.
4.4.1Mix Design : This is to investigate the grading of aggregates, water cement ratio, workability and the quantity of
cement required to give works cubes of the characteristic strength specified. The proportions of the mix shall be
determined by weight. Adjustment of aggregate proportions due to moisture present in the aggregate shall be made.
Mix proportioning shall be carried out according to the ACI standard designation ACI- 613or Design of concrete
mixes - Road research Note No.4, Department of Scientific and Industrial Research U.K. or I.S. 10262 - 1982.
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After award of the work, if so desired by the contractor, he/they may be allowed by the Engineer-in-Charge, till
the designed mix is obtained, to carry out the reinforced concrete work in foundation and plinth as per equivalent
nominal mix against the specified design mix concrete as per I.S. Codes. However, all other specification for design
mix shall govern for nominal mix also and nothing extra shall be paid for use of extra cement or else on this account
whether the cement is supplied by the Department or procured by the contractor. Where the quantity of RCC is very
small, under such circumstance equivalent nominal mix can also be permitted by the Engineer-in-Charge.
GRADES OF CONCRETE :
Group

The concrete shall be in grades designated as below.

Grade
Designation

Specified Characteristic compressive strength of

150 mm cube at 28 days (N/mm2)

M 10

10

M 15

15

M 20

20

M 25

25

M 30

30

M 35

35

M 40

40

M 45

45

M 50

50

M 55

55

M 60

60

M 65

65

M 70

70

M 75

75

M 80

80

Ordinary concrete

Standard Concrete

High strength concrete

NOTE : 1. The characteristic strength is defined as the strength of material below which not more than 5% of the
test results are expected to fall.
2: In the designation of a concrete mix, letter "M" refers to the mix and the number to the specified
characteristic compressive strength of 150 mm. size cubes at 28 days expressed in N/ mm2.
3. Minimum Cement Content, Maximum Water Cement Ratio and Minimum Grade of Concrete for Different
Exposures with Normal Weight Aggregates of 20 mm Nominal Maximum size.
Plain concrete
Sl
No.

Exposure

Minimum
cement
content
3
Kg/m

Reinforced concrete

Maximum
Free Water
Cement
Ratio

Minimum
grade
of
concrete

Minimum
Cement
Content
3
Kg/m

Maximum
Free Water
Cement
Ratio

Minimum
Grade
of
concrete

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

(5)

(6)

(7)

(8)

i)

Mild

220

0.60

300

0.55

M-20

ii)

Moderate

240

0.60

M-15

300

0.50

M-25

iii)

Severe

250

0.50

M-20

320

0.45

M-30

iv)

Very severe

260

0.45

M-20

340

0.45

M-35

v)

Extreme

280

0.40

M-25

360

0.40

M-40

NOTE:
1. Cement content prescribed in this table is irrespective of the grades of cement and it is inclusive of additions
mentioned in mineral admixtures. The additions such as fly ash or ground granulated blast furnace slag may
be taken into account in the concrete composition with respect to the cement content and water-cement ratio
if the suitability is established and as long as the maximum amounts taken into account do not exceed the
limit of pozzolona and slag specified in IS 1489 (Part 1) and IS 455 respectively.
2. Minimum grade for plain concrete under mild exposure condition is not specified.
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Nominal cover to meet Durability Requirements

Exposure

Nominal concrete cover in mm not less than

Mild

20

Moderate

30

Severe

45

Very severe

50

Extreme

75

NOTES
1. For main reinforcement up to 12 mm diameter bar for mild exposure the nominal cover may be reduced by 5
mm.
2. Unless specified otherwise, actual concrete cover should not deviate from the required nominal cover by +
10 mm
3. For exposure conditions severe and very severe , reduction of 5 mm may be made, where concrete
grade is M 35 and above.

Nominal cover to meet specified period of fire resistance

Nominal cover

Fire
resis-tance

BEAMS
Simply
Supported

SLABS

Continuous

RIBS

COLUMNS

Simply
Supported

Continuous

Simply
Supported

Continuous

mm

mm

mm

mm

mm

mm

mm

0.5

20

20

20

20

20

20

40

20

20

20

20

20

20

40

1.5

20

20

25

20

35

20

40

40

30

35

25

45

35

40

60

40

45

35

55

45

40

70

50

55

45

65

55

40

NOTES
1

The nominal covers given relate specifically to the minimum member dimensions as per drawing

Cases that lie below the bold line require attention to the additional measures necessary to reduce the
risks of spalling.

Adjustments to Minimum cement contents for Aggregates other than 20 mm Nominal Maximum size:
Sl.No

Nominal maximum
Aggregate size mm

Adjustments to Minimum
cement content kg/ m3

(1)

(2)

(3)

i)

10

+40

ii)

20

iii)

40

-30

For concrete of compressive strength greater than M55 design parameters given in the standard may not be
applicable and the values may be obtained from specialized Literatures and experimental results.
The mix shall be designed to produce the grade of concrete having the required workability and characteristic
strength not less than appropriate values given in the table above.

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DEGREE OF CONTROL:
Selection of Water Cement Ratio :
Since different cements and aggregates of different maximum size,
grading, surface texture, shape and other characteristics may produce concretes of different compressive strength for
the same free water cement ratio, the relationship between strength and free water-cement ratio should preferably be
established for the materials actually to be used. In the absence of such data, the preliminary free water-cement ratio
(by mass) corresponding to the target strength at 28 days may be selected from the relationship shown in Fig.1 of I.S.
10262 .
Alternately, the preliminary free water cement ratio (by mass) corresponding to the target average strength may
be selected from the relationship in Fig.2- I.S. 10262, using the curve corresponding to the 28 days cement strength to
be used for the purpose.
Other relevant items to be used with design of mix should strictly conform to the relevant clauses and
appendices of I.S. 10262 .
The calculated mix proportions shall be checked by means of trial batches as per IS 10262
The free water cement ratio selected as above, should be checked against the limiting water cement ratio for the
requirement of durability and the lower of the two values should be adopted.
Whenever there is a change either in required strength of concrete or water cement ratio or workability or the
source of aggregates and/or cement, fresh tests shall be carried out to determine the revised proportion of the mix to
suit the altered conditions. While designing mix proportions, over wet mixes shall always be avoided.
While fixing the value for water cement ratio for Design Mix assistance may be derived from the standard graph
showing the relationship between the 28 days compressive strength of concrete mixes with different water-cement
ratios and the 7 days compressive strength of cement tested in accordance with I.S.269.
It will be contractors sole responsibility to establish the concrete mix designs for different grades of concrete
specified in the work consistent with the workability required for nature of work and also taking into consideration the
assumed standard deviation which will be expected at site or by establishing the standard deviation based on 30 test
results at site for each grade of concrete so as to produce concrete of required strength, durability and surface finish.
The materials and proportions used in making the tests to be carried out either at site or under laboratory, conditions
shall be similar in all respects to those to be actually employed in the works, as the object of these tests is to
determine the proportions of cement, aggregates and water necessary to produce the concrete of the required
consistency to give such specified strength.

4.4.2: STANDARD DEVIATION:

The standard Deviation for each grade of concrete shall be calculated separately.
STANDARD DEVIATION BASED ON TEST RESULTS :
a) Number of test results - The total number of test results required to constitute and acceptable record for
calculation of standard deviation shall be not less than 30. Attempts should be made to obtain the 30 test results, as
early as possible, when a mix is used for the first time.
b) Standard deviation to be brought up to date - The calculation of the standard deviation shall be brought
upto date after every change of mix design and at least once a month.
Determination of standard deviation :
i) Concrete of each grade shall be analysed separately to determine its standard deviation.
The standard deviation of concrete of a given grade shall be calculated using the following formula from the
results of individual tests of concrete of that grade obtained as specified for test strength of sample:

S=

2 (n-1)

ii)

Estimated standard deviation

iii)

Where = Deviation of the individual test strength from the average strength of a sample and
n = Number of sample test results.

iii)

When significant changes are made in the production of concrete (for example changes in the materials
used, mix design, equipments or technical control), the standard deviation value shall be separately
calculated for such batches of concrete.

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Assumed Standard Deviation:

Where sufficient test results for a particular grade of concrete are not available, the value of standard deviation
given in table below may be assumed for design of mix in the first instance. As soon as the results of samples
are available, actual calculated standard deviation shall be used and the mix designed properly. However, when
adequate past records for a similar grade exist and justify to the designer a value of standard deviation different
from that shown in table below, it shall be permissible to use that value.
2

Grade of Concrete

Assumed Standard Deviation N/ mm

M 10
M 15
M 20
M25
M30
M35
M40
M45
M50

3.5
4.0
5.0

Note: The above values correspond to the site control having proper storage of cement: weigh batching of all
materials: controlled addition of water: regular checking of all materials: aggregate gradings and moisture
contents : and periodical checking of workability: and strength. Where there is deviation from the above the
2
values given in the above table shall be increased by 1 N / mm.
4.4.3 Proportioning, Consistency, Batching and Mixing of Concrete:
4.4.3.1 Proportioning :
Aggregate : The proportions which shall be decided by conducting preliminary tests shall be by weight. These
proportions of cement, fine and coarse aggregates shall be maintained during subsequent concrete batching by
means of weigh batchers conforming to I.S. 2722, capable of controlling the weights within one percent of the desired
value. Except where it can be shown to the satisfaction of the Engineer-in-Charge that supply of properly graded
aggregate of uniform quality can be maintained over the period of work, the grading of aggregate shall be controlled
by obtaining the coarse aggregate in different sizes and blending them in the right proportions. The different
sizes shall be stacked in separate stock piles. The gradings of coarse and fine aggregates shall be checked as
frequently as possible, as determined by the Engineer-in-Charge, to ensure maintaining of grading in accordance
with samples used in preliminary mix design. The materials shall be stock piled well in advance of use.
Cement : The cement shall be measured by weight. Every facility should be provided to the Engineer-in-Charge
for sampling and inspection of stored cement at site of work.

Exposure conditions:
General environment:
S.No:

Environment

Exposure Conditions

(1)

(2)

(3)

i)

Mild

Concrete surfaces protected against weather or aggressive conditions,

except those situated in coastal area.

ii)

Moderate

Concrete surfaces sheltered from severe rain or freezing whilst wet

Concrete exposed to condensation and rain
Concrete continuously under water
Concrete in contact or buried under non-aggressive soil/ground water
Concrete surfaces sheltered from saturated salt air in coastal area

iii)

Severe

Concrete surfaces exposed to severe rain, alternate wetting and drying or

occasional freezing whilst wet or severe condensation.
Concrete completely immersed in sea water
Concrete exposed to coastal environment.

iv)

Very severe

Concrete surfaces exposed to seawater spray, corrosive fumes or severe

freezing conditions whilst wet.
Concrete in contact with or buried under aggressive sub-soil/ground water .

v)

Extreme

Surface of members in tidal zone

Members in direct contact with liquid/solid aggressive chemicals.

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WATER : Only such quantity of water shall be added to the cement and aggregate in the concrete mix as to
ensure dense concrete, specified surface finish, satisfactory workability, consistent with strength stipulated for each
class of concrete. The water added to the mix shall be such as not to cause segregation of materials or the
collection of excessive free water on the surface of the concrete.
Definition of water cement ratio :The water cement (W/C) ratio is defined as the weight of water in mix
(including the surface moisture of the aggregates) divided by the weight of the cement in the mix.
Water cement ratio :The actual water cement ratio to be adopted shall be determined in each instance by
contractor and approved by the Engineer-in-charge.
Proportioning by water-cement ratio :The W/C ratio specified for use by the Engineer-in-Charge shall be
maintained. Contractor shall determine the water content of the aggregate as frequently as directed by the Engineerin-Charge as the work progresses and as specified in I.S. 2386 part III and the amount of mixing water added at the
mixer shall be adjusted as directed by the Engineer-in-charge so as to maintain the specified W/C ratio. To allow for
the variation in their moisture content, suitable adjustments in the weights of aggregates shall also be made.
4.4.3.2 Consistency and slump :Concrete shall be of a consistency and workability suitable for the conditions
of the job. After the amount of water required is determined, the consistency of mix shall be maintained throughout the
progress of the corresponding parts of the work and approved tests e.g. slump tests, compacting factor tests etc. in
accordance with I.S. 1199, shall be conducted from time to time to ensure the maintenance of such consistency.
The following tabulation gives a range of workability which shall generally be used for various types of
construction unless other wise instructed by the Engineer-in-Charge.
Workability of concrete :
Placing condition

Degree of
workability
(1)

Slump
(mm)

(2)

(3)

Very low

See note 1.

Mass concrete; Lightly reinforced Sections in slabs, Beams,

walls, columns; Floors; Hand placed pavements; Canal lining;
Strip footings

Low

25-75

Heavily Reinforced sections In slabs, beams, walls, columns,

slip form work; pumped concrete

Medium

50-100
75-100

High

100-150

Very High

See note 2.

Blinding Concrete;
Shallow Sections;
Pavement using pavers

Trench fill, In-situ piling

Tremie Concrete

Note : 1: For most of the placing conditions, internal vibrators (needle vibrators) are suitable. The diameter of the
needle shall be determined based on the density and spacing of reinforcement bars and thickness of sections.
For tremie concrete, vibrators are not required to be used.
2: the very low category of workability where strict control is necessary, for example pavement quality
concrete, measurement of workability by determination of compacting factor will be more appropriate than slump (see
IS 1199) and a value of compacting factor of 0.75 to 0.80 is suggested.
3: In the Very high category of workability, measurement of workability by determination of flow will be
appropriate (see IS 9103 ).
PRODUCTION OF CONCRETE:
QUALITY ASSURANCE MEASURES:
In order that the properties of the completed structure be consistent with the requirements and the assumptions
made during the planning and the design, adequate quality assurance measures shall be taken. The construction should
result in satisfactory strength, serviceability and long term durability so as to lower the overall life-cycle cost. Quality
assurance in construction activity relates to proper design use of adequate materials and components to be supplied by
the producers, proper workmanship in the execution of works by the contractor and ultimately proper care during the
use of structure including timely maintenance and repair by the owner.
Quality assurance measures are both technical and organizational. Some common cases should be specified in
a general Quality Assurance Plan which shall identify the key elements necessary to provide fitness of the structure
and the means by which they are to be provided and measured with the overall purpose to provide confidence that the
realized project will work satisfactorily in service fulfilling intended needs. The job of quality control and quality
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assurance would involve quality audit of both the inputs as well as the outputs. Inputs are in the form of materials for
concrete; workmanship in all stages of batching, mixing, transportation; placing, compaction and curing; and the
related plant, machinery and equipments; resulting in the output in the form of concrete in place. To ensure proper
performance, it is necessary that each step in concreting which will be covered by the next step is inspected as the
work proceeds.
Each party involved in the realization of a project should establish and implement a Quality Assurance Plan, for
its participation the project. Suppliers and contractors activities shall be covered in the plan. The individual quality
assurance plans shall fit into the general Quality Assurance Plan. A quality assurance plan shall define the tasks and
responsibilities of all persons involved ,adequate control and checking procedures, and the organization maintaining
adequate documentation of building process and its results. Such documentation should generally include:
a)

test reports and manufacturers certificate for materials, concrete mix design details;

b)

pour cards for site organization and clearance for concrete placement;

c)

record of site inspection of workmanship, field tests

d)

non-conformance reports, change orders;

e)

quality control charts;

f)

statistical analysis.

NOTE Quality control charts are recommended wherever the concrete is in continuous production over considerable
period.
4.4.3.3 Batching and mixing of concrete :
BATCHING
To avoid confusion and error in batching, consideration should be given to using the smallest practical number of
different concrete mixes on any site or in any one plant. In batching concrete, the quantity of both cement and
aggregate shall be determined by mass; admixture, if solid, by mass; liquid admixture may however be measured in
volume or mass; water shall be weighed or measured by volume in a calibrated tank ( see also IS4925)
Ready mixed concrete supplied by ready-mixed concrete plant shall be preferred. For large and medium project
sites the concrete shall be sourced from ready-mixed concrete plants or from on site or off site batching and mixing
plants ( see IS 4926)
Except where it can be shown to the satisfaction of the engineer-in-charge that supply of properly graded
aggregate of uniform quality can be maintained over a period of work, the grading of aggregate should be controlled
by obtaining the coarse aggregate in different sizes and blending them in the right proportions when required, the
different sizes being stocked in separate stock piles. The material should be stock-piled for several hours preferably
a day before use. The grading of coarse and fine aggregate should be checked as frequently as possible , the
frequency for a given job being determined by the engineer-in-charge to ensure that the specified grading is
maintained.
The accuracy of the measuring equipment shall be within +/- 2 % of the quantity of cement being measured and
within +/- 3 percent of the quantity of aggregate, admixtures and water being measured.
Proportion / Type and grading of aggregate shall be made by trial in such a way so as to obtain densest
possible concrete. All ingredients of the concrete should be used by mass only.
Volume batching may be allowed only where weigh-batching is not practical and provided accurate bulk
densities of materials to be actually used in concrete have earlier been established. Allowance for bulking shall be
made in accordance with IS 2386 (Part 3). The mass volume relationship should be checked as frequently as
necessary, the frequency for the given job being determined by engineer-in-charge to ensure that the specified
grading is maintained.
It is important to maintain the water-cement ratio constant at its correct value. To this end determination of
moisture contents in both fine and coarse aggregates shall be made as frequently as possible the frequency for a
given job being determined by the engineer-in-charge according to weather conditions. The amount of the added
water shall be adjusted to compensate for any observed variations in the moisture content. For the determination of
moisture content in the aggregates IS 2386 (Part 3) may be referred to. To allow for the variation in mass of aggregate
due to variation in their moisture content, suitable adjustments in the masses of aggregates shall also be made. In
the absence of exact data only in the case of nominal mixes the amount of surface water may be estimated from the
values given in table below.

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Surface water carried by aggregate

Sr.
No.

Aggregate

(1)

Approximate quantity of surface water

3

Percent by mass

l/m

(3)

(4)

(2)

i)

Very wet sand

7.5

120

ii)

Moderately wet sand

5.0

80

iii) Moist sand

2.5

40

iv) Moist gravel or crushed rock

1.25 2.5

20 40

Coarser aggregate less the water it will carry

No substitutions in materials used on the work or alterations in the established propositions except as permitted
as above shall be made without additional tests to show that the quality and strength of concrete are satisfactory.
MIXING:
Concrete shall be mixed in a mechanical mixer. The mixer should with IS 1791 and IS 12119. The mixers shall
be fitted with water measuring (metering) devices. The mixing shall be continued until there is a uniform distribution of
the materials and the mass is uniform in colour and consistency. If there is segregation after unloading from the
mixer, the concrete should be remixed.
For guidance, the mixing time shall be at least 2 min. For other types of more efficient mixers, manufacturers
recommendations shall be followed; for hydrophobic cement it maybe decided by the Engineer-in-Charge.
Workability should be checked at frequent intervals.
Dosage of retards, plasticisers and superplsticisors shall be restricted to 0.50,1.0 and 2.0 % respectively by
weight of cementecious materials and unless higher value is agreed upon between the manufacturer and constructor
based on performance test.
Each time the work stops, the mixer shall be cleaned out and when next commencing the mixing, the first batch
shall have 10% additional cement to allow for sticking in the drum.
4.5 SAMPLING AND TESTING CONCRETE IN THE FIELD: Facilities required for sampling materials and
concrete in the field, if Engineer-in-Charge so desires, shall be provided by contractor at no extra cost. The
following equipment with operator shall be made available at Engineers request (all must be in serviceable
condition):
1.

Cast iron cube moulds 15 cm. Size

12 Nos.(min.)

2.

Slump cone complete with tamping rod

1 Set

3.

Lab. balance to weigh upto 5 kg. with sensitivity of 10 gm.

1 No.

4.

Laboratory balance of 2 kg. capacity and of sensitivity of 1 gm.

1 No.

5.

I.S. sieves for coarse and fine aggregates.

1 Set

6.

A set of measures from 5 ltrs. to 0.1 ltr.

1 Set
0

7.

Electric oven with thermostat upto 120 C.

1 No.

8.

Pycnometer

1 No.

9.

Calibrated glass jar 1 ltr. Capacity

2 Nos.

10

Glass flasks and metal containers

As required

11

Concrete cube testing machine (optional)

1 No.

4.6. TESTING CHARGES : Different tests required to be carried out for concrete works including the mix
design, cube tested as per the above specifications shall be got done by the contractor at his own cost in one
of the approved laboratories. The choice of laboratory shall rest with the Department. All incidental charges /
cost shall be borne by the contractor.
In case the testing is carried out by the Department in its laboratory at Anushaktinagar, Bombay - 400
094, the contractor has to arrange to transport all the materials, cubes etc. to be tested, to the laboratory at
Anushaktinagar at his own cost. The contractor shall bear the testing charges which are given below:

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Sl.No.

Name of test

Testing charges

Concrete

1.

i) Crushing strength for cubes

Rs. 16/- per cube.

ii) Design Mix (Determination for mix proportion)

Rs. 2000/- per mix design

Aggregates:

i) Sieve analysis for combined grading

Rs. 65/- per test

ii) Moisture content and absorption test

Rs. 65/- per test

iii) Crushing value

Rs. 50/- per test

iv)Specific gravity and bulk density

Rs. 30/- per test

v) Void ratio

Rs. 25/- per test

Bricks:

i) Absorption test

Rs. 25/- per test

ii) Crushing strength

Rs. 40/- per test

Core test in soil

Rs. 25/- per test

Physical test of cement (set of following test)

Rs. 400/- per test

i)

Initial and final setting time;

ii)

Fineness by sieve analyses

iii)

Sound ness

iv)

3 and 7 days compressive strength

v)

Consistency
Non - Destructive Tests:

Rs. 1500 /- per visit for both

tests

i)

Rebound Hammer test

ii)

Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity test

Ply wood / Block Boards

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i.

Moisture content tests

Rs. 65/- per test

ii.

Adhesion of Plies

Rs. 90/- per test

iii.

Knife test

Rs. 65/- per test

Flush door shutters:

8
i.

End immersion test

Rs.125/- per test

ii.

Glue adhesion test

Rs.125/- per test

iii.

Knife test

Rs. 65/- per test

4.7 SAMPLING AND STRENGTH TEST OF CONCRETE:

Samples from fresh concrete shall be taken as per I.S. 1199 and cubes shall be made, cured and
tested at 28 days in accordance with I.S. 516 .
In order to get a relatively quicker idea of the quality of concrete, option tests on beams for modulus of rupture at
72 (+/-) 2 hours or at 7 days or compressive strength tests at 7 days may be carried out in addition to 28 days
compressive strength tests. For this purpose, the values given in table below may be taken for general guidance in the
case of concrete made with ordinary cement. In all cases, the 28 days compressive strength specified shall alone be
the criterion for acceptance or rejection of the concrete. If however, from test carried out in particular job over a
reasonably long period, it has been established to the satisfaction of the Engineer-in-Charge that a suitable ratio
between 28 days compressive strength and modulus of rupture at 72 (+/-) 2 hours or 7 days or compressive strength
at 7 days may be accepted, the Engineer-in-Charge may suitably relax the frequency of 28 days compressive
strength, provided the expected strength values at the specified early age are consistently met.

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Optional Tests Requirements of Concrete:

Grade of

Compressive strength on

Concrete

15 cm cubes min. at 7 days

Modulus of rupture by beam

test min.
At 72 (+/-) 2
hours

At 7 days
N / mm2

N / mm2
M 10

7.0

1.2

1.7

M 15

10.0

1.5

2.1

M 20

13.5

1.7

2.4

M 25

17.0

1.9

2.7

M 30

20.0

2.1

3.0

M 35

23.5

2.3

3.2

M 40

27.0

2.5

3.4

4.7.2 Frequency of Sampling :

Sampling Procedure : A random sampling procedure shall be adopted to ensure that each concrete batch shall
have a reasonable chance of being tested, i.e. the sampling should be spread over the entire period of concreting and
cover all mixing units.
Frequency :
following:

The minimum frequency of sampling of concrete of each grade shall be in accordance with

Quantity of concrete
in the work (in cum.)

Number of samples

1-5

6-15

16-30

31-50

51 and above

4 plus one additional for each additional

50 cum. or part there of

At least one sample shall be taken from each shift. Where concrete is continuous production unit, such as ready
- mixed concrete plant, frequency of sampling may be agreed upon mutually by suppliers and purchasers.
4.7.3 Test Specimen : Three test specimen shall be made from each sample for testing at 28 days.
Additional cubes may be required for various purposes such as to determine the strength of concrete at 7days or at
the time of striking the form work or to determine the duration of curing or to check the testing error. Additional
cubes may also be required for testing cubes cured by accelerated methods as described in I.S. 9013 - 1978. The
specimen shall be tested as described in I.S. 516 - 1959.
4.7.4 Test Strength of Samples : The test strength of the samples shall be the average of the strength of three
specimen. The individual variation should not be more than (+/-) 15 percent of the average.
4.7.5 Consistency : Slump test shall be carried out as often as demanded by the Engineer-in-Charge and
invariably from the same batch of concrete from which the test cubes are made. Slump tests shall be done
immediately after sampling.
4.7.6 Standard Deviation : Vide clause 4.4.2 of this specification.
4.8 ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA :
The concrete shall be deemed to comply with the strength requirements when both the following conditions are met:
(a) The mean strength determined from any group of four consecutive test results complies with the appropriate
limits in column 2 of Table below
(b) Any individual test result complies with the appropriate limits in column of Table below.

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Characteristic Compressive Strength Compliance Rquirement:

Specified grade

Mean of the Group of 4 Nonoverlapping consecutive test

2
results in N / mm

Individual test results in N/

2
mm

(2)

(3)

(1)
M 15

= / >fck + 0.825 x established

standard deviation (rounded off
to nearest

= / >fck 3 N/ mm

0.5 N/mm2
or
= / >fck + 3 N / mm

whichever is greater
M 20
Or
Above

= / > >fck + 0.825 x established

standard deviation (rounded off
to nearest 0.5 N/ mm 2

/ > fck 4 N / mm

or
f

= / > ck 4 N / mm , whichever
is greater
Note In the absence of established value of standard deviation, the values given in (assumed standard deviation )
may be assumed, and attempt should be made to obtain results of 30 samples as early as possible to establish the
value of standard deviation.

Flexural Strength
When both the following conditions are met, the concrete complies with the specified flexural strength.
(a) The mean strength determined from any group of four consecutive test results exceeds the specified
2
characteristic strength by at least 0.3 N/mm
(b) The strength determined from any test result is not less than the specified characteristic strength less
0.3N/mm2
Quantity of Concrete Represented by Strength Test Results.
The quantity of concrete represented by a group of four consecutive test results shall include the batches from
which the first and last samples were taken together with all intervening batches.
For the individual test result requirements given in column 2 of above table or in item ( b) of flexural strength , only
the particular batch from which the sample was taken shall be at risk.
Where the mean rate of sampling is not specified the maximum quantity of concrete that four consecutive test
3
results represent shall be limited to 60m
If the concrete is deemed not to comply pursuant to above the structural adequacy of the parts affected shall be
investigated and any consequential action as needed shall be taken.
Concrete of each grade shall be assessed separately
Concrete is liable to be rejected if it is porous or honey-combed, its placing has been interrupted without providing a
proper construction joint, the reinforcement has been displaced beyond the tolerances specified, or construction
tolerances have not been met. However, the hardened concrete may be accepted after carrying out suitable remedial
measures to the satisfaction of the Engineer-in-Charge.

4.9 ADMIXTURES :
Admixtures, if used shall comply with IS 9103. Previous experience with and data on such materials should be
considered in relation to the likely standards of supervision & workmanship to the work being specified.
Admixtures should not impair durability of the concrete not combined with the constituent to form harmful
compounds nor increase the risk of corrosion of reinforcement.
The workability, compressive strength and the slump loss of concrete with & without the use of admixtures
shall be established during the trial mixes before use of admixtures.
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The relative density of liquid admixtures shall be checked for such drum containing admixtures and compared
with the specified value before acceptance.
The chloride content of the admixtures shall be independently tested for each batch before acceptance. If two
or more admixtures are used simultaneously in the same concrete mix data should be obtained to assess
their interaction and to ensure their compatibility.
General :
Admixture may be used in concrete only with the approval of Engineer-in-charge based upon evidence that, with
the passage of time neither the compressive strength nor its durability reduced. When admixtures are used, the
designed concrete mix shall be corrected accordingly. Admixtures shall be used as per manufacturers instructions
and in the manner and with the control specified by Engineer-in-Charge.
i) Calcium Chloride : Calcium chloride shall not be used for accelerating set of the cement for any concrete
containing reinforcement or embedded steel parts. When calcium chloride is permitted to be used, such as in mass
concrete works, it shall be dissolved in water and added to the mixing water in an amount not to exceed 1.5 percent of
the weight of cement in each batch of concrete.
ii) Air Entraining Agents : Where specified and approved by Engineer-in-charge, neutralized vinsol resin or
any other approved air entraining agent may be used to produce the specified amount of air in the concrete mix and
these agents shall conform to the requirements of ASTM standard 6.260, Air Entraining admixtures for concrete. The
recommended total air content of the concrete is 4% (+/-) 1%. The method of measuring air content shall be as per
I.S.1199.
iii) Retarding Admixtures : Where specified and approved by Engineer-in-Charge, retarding agents shall be
added to the concrete mix in quantities specified by Engineer-in-Charge.
iv) Water Reducing Admixtures : Where specified and approved by Engineer-in-Charge, water reducing
lignosulfonate mixture shall be added in quantities specified by Engineer-in-Charge. The admixtures shall be added in
the form of a solution.
v) Water Proofing Agents : Where specified and approved by Engineer-in-Charge, chloride and sulphate free
water proofing agents shall be added in quantities specified by Engineer-in-Charge.
vi) Other Admixtures :
admixture in the concrete.

Engineer-in-Charge may at his discretion, instruct contractor to use any other

4.10 INSPECTION OF STRUCTURES :

Immediately after stripping the form work, all concrete shall be carefully inspected and any defective work or
small defects, either removed or made good before concrete has thoroughly hardened, as instructed by Engineer-inCharge.
In case of doubt regarding the grade of concrete used or results of cube strength are observed to be lower than
the designed strength as per specifications at 28 days, compressive strength test of concrete based on core test,
ultrasonic test and/or load test shall be carried out by the digital ultrasonic concrete tester by an approved agency as
directed by the Engineer-in-Charge all at the cost of the contractor. In case these tests do not satisfy the
requirements, the Department will be at liberty to reject the concrete, and the contractor, at his own cost, has to
dismantle and re-do the same or carry out such remedial measures as approved by the Department.

4.11 TESTING OF STRUCTURES :

4.11.1

Optional Tests : Engineer-in-charge, if he so desires, may order for tests to be carried out on cement,
sand, coarse aggregate, water etc. in accordance with the relevant Indian Standards.

Tests on cement will be carried out by Department and shall include (i) fineness test, (ii) test for normal
consistency, (iii) test for setting time, (iv) test for soundness, (v) test for compressive strength, (vi) test for heat of
hydration (by experiment and by calculations) in accordance with I.S.269.
Tests on sand shall include (i) sieve test, (ii) test for organic impurities, (iii) decantation test for determining
clay and silt content, (iv) specific gravity test, (v) test for unit weight and bulkage factor, (vi) test for sieve analysis and
fineness modulus.
Tests on coarse aggregate shall include (i) sieve analysis, (ii) specific gravity and unit weight of dry, loose and
rodded aggregate, (iii) soundness and alkali aggregate reactivity, (iv) petrographic examination, (v) deleterious
materials and organic impurities, (vi) test for aggregate crushing value.

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The test on aggregates would normally be ordered to be carried out only if Engineer-in-charge feels the materials
are not in accordance with the specifications or if the specified concrete strengths are not obtained and shall be
performed by contractor at an approved test laboratory. Contractor shall have to pay all the charges of optional tests.
If the work cubes do not give the stipulated strengths, Engineer-in-Charge reserves the right to ask contractor to
dismantle such portions of the work, which in his opinion are unacceptable and re-do the work to the standards
stipulated at contractors cost.
The unit rate for concrete shall be all inclusive including making preliminary mix design and test cubes, works
cubes, testing them as per specifications, slump tests, optional tests etc. Complete. However, the Department will
test the cubes departmentally. The contractor will have to make arrangements for transportation to the laboratory and
testing charges will be borne by the contractor.
The contractor should also conduct conclusive tests such as ultrasonic pulse test, core test etc. to prove the
suitability of concrete, in case cube tests give unsatisfactory results. The cost of the conclusive test should be borne
by the contractor.
4.11.2 Core Test : The points from which cores are to be taken and the number of cores required, shall be at
the discretion of the Engineer-in-Charge and shall be representative of the whole of concrete concerned.
In no case, however, shall fewer than three cores be tested. Cores shall be prepared and tested as
described in I.S. 516
4.11.3 Concrete in the member represented by a core test shall be considered acceptable if the average
equivalent cube strength of the cores is equal to at least 85% of the cube strength of the grade of
concrete specified for the corresponding age and no individual core has a strength less than 75%.
In case the core test results do not satisfy the requirements as above or where such tests have not been done,
load test (see 4:11:3) may be resorted to.
4.11.3 Load Tests on Parts of Structure :
Load tests should be carried out as soon as possible after expiry of 28 days from the time of placing of concrete.
The structure should be subjected to a load equal to full dead load of the structure plus 1.25 times the imposed
load for a period of 24 hours and then the imposed load shall be removed.
Note: Dead load includes weight of the structural members plus weight of finishes and walls or partitions, if any,
as considered in the design.
The deflection due to imposed load only shall be recorded. If within 24 hours of removal of the imposed load, the
structure does not recover at least 75% of the deflection under super imposed load, the test may be repeated after a
lapse of 72 hours. If the recovery is less than 80%, the structure shall be deemed to be unacceptable.
If the maximum deflection in mm. shown during 24 hours under load is less than 40L2/D, where L is the effective
span in M. and D the overall depth of the section in mm, it is not necessary for recovery to be measured and the
recovery provision as above will not apply.
4.11.4

Other non-destructive test methods may be adopted, in which case the acceptance criteria shall be
agreed upon between the Engineer-in-Charge and the Contractor and the test shall be done under
expert guidance.

MEMBERS OTHER THAN FLEXURAL MEMBERS:

Members other than flexural members should be preferably investigated by analysis.
Non destructive tests:
Non-destructive tests are used to obtain estimation of properties of concrete in the structure. The methods
adopted include ultrasonic pulse velocity [see IS 13311 (Part 1)] and rebound hammer [IS 13311 (Part 2)], probe
penetration, pull out and maturity. Non destructive tests provide alternatives to core tests for estimating the
strength of concrete in a structure, or can supplement the data obtained from a limited number of cores. These
methods are based on measuring a concrete property that bears some relationship to strength/ the accuracy of
these methods, in part is determined by the degree of correlation between strength and the physical quality
measured by the non-destructive tests.
Any of these methods may be adopted, in which case the acceptance criteria shall be agreed upon prior to
testing.
4.11.5 Testing of Underground Water Tank/Septic Tank/Underground Structures :
The tank will be tested after the completion according to the procedure laid down here:

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The middle compartment shall be filled first to its full height and the leakage if any shall be checked on its outer
surfaces and if found, the same shall be examined carefully and defects rectified/grouted if necessary. The drop in
level of surface of water shall also be recorded for 48 hours. If this drop in level exceeds 20 mm. and shows any
leakage in the said walls, necessary steps shall be taken in consultation with the Engineer-in-Charge.
After this compartment is tested to the satisfaction of the Engineer-in-Charge, all water from middle
compartment shall be pumped into side compartment to the full height and checked for water leakages from the outer
surfaces of the tank as well as inner surface of the middle compartment. The drop in level of surface of water shall
also be checked as stated above and defects rectified.
The external surface of the tank shall then be plastered and cured as per the specifications and back filling shall
be taken up thereafter. The water from the compartments shall then be pumped out and the inner surface of the tank
in all compartments then be checked and defects rectified.
After satisfactory completion of checks, internal plaster shall be taken up as specified in the specifications.
The contractor shall be responsible for carrying out the complete test, rectifying the leakages if any. The cost of
providing all equipments, labour for carrying out tests shall be borned by the contractor. The rates quoted for concreting
items for constructing under ground water tank shall be inclusive of testing of RCC tank for water tightness as per above
specifications. The contractor shall make his own arrangement to tap the water from the departmental supply line for filling
the tank, if supply of water stipulated under Schedule A. If supply of water not stipulated under Schedule A, the contractor
shall make his own arrangement as per contract conditions at his own cost.
4.11.6 Unsatisfactory Tests :
Should the results of any test prove unsatisfactory, or the structure shows signs of weakness, undue deflection
or faulty construction, contractor shall remove and rebuild the member or members involved or carry out such other
remedial measures as may be required by Engineer-in-Charge. Contractor shall bear the cost of so doing, unless the
failure of the member or members to fulfill the test conditions is proved to be solely due to faulty design. The cost of
load and other tests shall be borne by Contractor if the tests show unsatisfactory results; otherwise such costs will
be borne by the Department.
4.12

CONCRETE IN ALKALI SOILS WATER & AGGREGATES:

Some aggregates containing particular varieties of silica may be susceptible to attack by alkalis (Na20 and K20 )
originating from cement and other sources, producing an expansive reaction which can cause cracking and
disruption of concrete. Damage to concrete from this reaction will normally only occur when all the following are
present together.
a) A high moisture level, within the concrete;
b) A cement with high alkali content, or another source of alkali;
c) Aggregate containing an alkali reactive constituent.
Where the service records of particular cement / aggregate combination are well established, and do not include
any instances of cracking due to alkali-aggregate reaction, no further precautions should be necessary. When the
materials are unfamiliar, precautions should take one or more of the following forms:
a) Use of non-reactive aggregate from alternate sources
b) Use of low alkali ordinary Portland cement having total alkali content not more than 0.6 percent (as Na2O
equivalent).
Further advantage can be obtained by use of fly ash (Grade I) conforming to IS 3812or granulated blast
furnace slag conforming to IS 12089 as part replacement of ordinary Portland cement (having total alkali
content as Na2O equivalent not more than 0.6 percent) provided fly ash content is at least 20 % or slag
content is at least 50 percent.
c) Measures to reduce the degree of saturation of the concrete during service such as use of impermeable
membranes
d) Limiting the cement content in the concrete mix and thereby limiting total alkali content in the concrete mix
as per approval of Engineer- in-charge.
Chlorides in the concrete
Whenever there is chlorides in concrete there is an increased risk of corrosion of embedded metal. The
higher the chloride content or if subsequently exposed to warm moist conditions, the greater the risk of
corrosion. All constituents may contain chlorides and concrete may be contaminated by chlorides from the
external environment. To minimise the chance of deterioration of concrete from harmful chemical salts, the
levels of such harmful salts in concrete materials, that is, cement, aggregates, water and admixtures, as well
as by diffusion from the environment should be limited. The total amount of chloride content (as Cl) in the
concrete at the time of placing shall be as given below in the table.

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Limits of Chloride Content of Concrete

Sl.
No

Type or Use of Concrete

(1)

Maximum
Total
Chloride Content
3
kg/m of Concrete.

(2)

Acid
soluble
Expressed as

(3)

i)

Concrete containing metal and steam cured at

elevated temperature and pre-stressed concrete

0.4

ii)

Reinforced concrete or plain concrete containing

embedded metal

0.6

iii)

Concrete not containing embedded metal or any

material requiring protection form chloride

3.0

The total acid soluble chloride content should be calculated from the mix proportions and the major chloride
contents of each of the constituents. Whenever possible the total chloride content of the concrete should be
determined as per the approval of the Engineer-in-Charge.
Sulphates in concrete:
Sulphates are present in most cements and in some aggregates; excessive amounts of water-soluble
sulphate from these or other mix constituents can cause expansion and disruption of concrete. To prevent this, the
total water-soluble sulphate content of the concrete mix, expressed as SO3, should not exceed 4 per cent by mass of
the cement in the mix. The sulphate content should be calculated as the total from the various constituents of the mix
as per the approval of the Engineer-in-Charge.
The 4 percent limit does not applied to concrete made with super sulphated cment complying with IS 6909 or
as approved by the Engineer-in-Charge.
4.13 PREPARATION PRIOR TO CONCRETE PLACEMENT, FINAL INSPECTION & APPROVAL :
Before the concrete is actually placed in position, the inside of the form work shall be inspected to see that they
have been cleaned and oiled. Temporary openings shall be provided to facilitate inspection, especially at bottom of
columns and wall forms, to permit removal of saw dust, wood shavings, binding wire, rubbish, dirt etc. Opening shall
be placed or holes drilled so that these materials and water can be removed easily. Such openings / holes shall
be later suitably plugged.
The various traders shall be permitted ample time to install drainage and plumbing lines, floor and trench drain,
conduits, hangers, anchors, inserts, sleeves, bolts, frames and other miscellaneous embedments to be cast in the
concrete as indicated on the drawing or as necessary for the proper execution of the work. All such embedments
shall be correctly positioned and securely held in the forms to prevent displacement during depositing and
vibrating of concrete.
Slots, openings, holes, pockets etc. shall be provided in the concrete work in the positions indicated in the
drawings or as directed by the Engineer-in-Charge.
Reinforcement and other items to be cast in concrete shall have clean surfaces that will not impair bond.
Prior to concrete placement, all works shall be inspected and approved by Engineer-in-Charge, and if found
unsatisfactory, concrete shall not be poured until all defects have been corrected at contractors cost.
Approval by Engineer-in-Charge of any and all materials and work as required herein shall not relieve contractor
from his obligations to produce finished concrete in accordance with the drawings and specifications.
4.13.1 Rain or Wash Water :
No concrete shall be placed in wet weather or on a water covered surface. Any concrete that has been washed
by heavy rain shall be entirely removed,if there is any sign of cement and sand having been washed away from the
concrete mixture. To guard against damage which may be caused by rain, the works shall be covered with tarpaulins
immediately after the concrete has been placed and compacted before leaving the work unattended. Any water
accumulating on the surface of the newly placed concrete shall be removed by approved means and no further
concrete shall be placed thereon until such water is removed. To avoid flow of water over/around freshly placed
concrete, suitable drains and sumps shall be provided.

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4.13.2 Bonding Mortar :

Immediately before concrete placement begins, prepared surfaces, except form work, which will come in contact
with concrete to be placed, shall be covered with a bonding mortar of same strength of concrete.
4.13.3 Transportation :
All buckets, containers or conveyers used for transporting concrete shall be mortar-tight. All means of
conveyance shall be adopted to deliver concrete of the required consistency and plasticity without segregation or loss
of slump whatever method of transportation is employed. Chute shall not be used to transport the concrete without
the written permission of the Engineer-in-Charge and concrete shall not be rehandled before placing.
4.13.4 Retempered or Contaminated Concrete :
Concrete must be placed in its final position before it becomes too stiff to work. On no account water shall be
added after the initial mixing. Concrete which has become stiff or has been contaminated with foreign materials and
which has not been placed within half an hour of mixing water with cement shall be rejected.
4.13.5 Cleaning of Equipment :
All equipments used for mixing, transporting and placing of concrete shall be maintained in clean condition. All
pans, buckets, hoppers, chutes, pipe lines and other equipments shall be thoroughly cleaned after each period of
placement.
4.13.6 Procedure for Placing of Concrete :
1 Engineers Approval of Equipment and Methods : Before any concrete is placed, the entire placing
programme, consisting of equipment, layout proposed procedures and methods shall be submitted to Engineer-inCharge and no concrete shall be of such size and design to ensure a practically continuous flow of concrete during
depositing without segregation of materials, considering the size of the job and placement location.
2 Time Interval Between Mixing and Placing : Concrete shall be placed in its final position before the
cement reaches its initial set and concrete shall normally be compacted in its final position within thirty minutes of
leaving the mixer and once compacted it shall not be disturbed.
3 Avoiding Segregation : Concrete shall in all the cases be deposited as nearly as practicable directly in
its final position and shall not be rehandled or caused to flow in a manner which will cause segregation, loss of
materials, displacement of reinforcement, shuttering or embedded inserts or impair its strength. For locations where
direct placement is not possible, and in narrow forms, contractor shall provide suitable prop and Elephant Trunks to
confine the movement of concrete. Special care shall be taken when concrete is dropped from a height, especially
if reinforcement is in the way, particularly in columns and thin walls.
4 Placing by Manual Labour : Except when otherwise approved by Engineer-in-Charge, concrete shall be
placed in the shuttering by shovels or other approved implements and shall not be dropped from a height more than
1.0 m. or handle in a manner which will cause segregation.
5 Placing by Mechanical Equipment : The following specifications shall apply when placing of concrete
by sue of mechanical equipment is specially called for while inviting bids or is warranted, considering the nature of
work involved.
The control of placing shall begin at the mixer discharge. Concrete shall be discharged by a vertical drop into
the middle of the bucket of hopper and this principle of a vertical discharge of concrete shall be adhered-to through out
all stages of delivery until the concrete comes to rest in its final position.
Type of buckets : All concrete shall be conveyed from the mixer to the place of final deposit in suitable buckets,
dumpers, containers which shall be leak-tight. All means of conveyance shall be adopted for delivering concrete to
the required consistency/ workability and plasticity without segregation.
Central bottom dump buckets of a type that provides for positive regulation of the amount and rate deposition of
concrete in all dumping position shall be employed.
Operation of Bucket : In placing concrete in large open areas, the bucket shall be spotted directly over the
position designated and then lowered for dumping. The open bucket shall clear the concrete already in place and
the height of drop shall not exceed 1.0 m. The bucket shall be opened slowly to avoid high vertical bounce. Dumping
of buckets on the swing or in any manner which results in separation of ingredients or disturbance of previously
placed concrete will not be permitted.
6 Placement in Restricted Forms : Concrete placed in restricted forms by borrows, buggies, cars, short
chutes or hand shovelling shall be subject to the requirement for vertical delivery of limited height to avoid
segregation and shall be deposited as nearly as practicable in its final position.

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7 Chutting : Where it is necessary to use transfer chutes, specific approval of Engineer-in-Charge must be
obtained to type, length, slopes, baffles, vertical terminal and timing of operations. These shall be so arranged that
almost continuous flow of concrete is obtained at the discharge and without segregation. To allow for the loss
of mortar against the sides of the chutes, the first mixes shall have less coarse aggregate. During cleaning of
chutes, the waste water shall be kept clear of the forms. The concrete shall not be permitted to fall from the end of
the chutes by more than 1.0 m. Chutes, when approved for use, shall have slopes not flatter than 1 vertical to 3
horizontal and not steeper than 1 vertical to 2 horizontal, chutes shall be of metal or metal line and of rounded
cross section. The slopes of all chute sections shall be approximately same. The discharge end of the chutes shall
be maintained above the surfaces of the concrete in the forms.
8 Placing by Pumping/ Pneumatic Placers : Concrete may be conveyed and placed by mechanically
operated equipment e.g. pumps or pneumatic placers, only with the written permission of Engineer-in-Charge. The
slump shall be held to the minimum, necessary for conveying concrete by this method.
When pumping is adopted, before pumping of concrete is started, the pipelines shall be lubricated with one or
two batches of mortar composed of one part cement and two parts sand. The concrete mix shall specially designed to
suit pumping. Care shall be taken to avoid stoppages in work once pumping has started.
When pneumatic placer is used, the manufacturers advice on layout of pipeline shall be followed to avoid
blockages and excessive wear. Restraint shall be provided at the discharge box to cater for the reaction at the end.
Manufacturers advice shall be followed regarding concrete quality and all other related matters when pumping/
pneumatic placing equipments are used.
9 Concrete in Layers : Concreting, once started, shall be continuous until the pour is completed. Concrete
shall be placed in successive horizontal layers of uniform thickness ranging from 15 cm. to 90 cm. as directed by
Engineer-in-Charge. These shall be placed as rapidly as practicable to prevent the formation of cold joints or
planes of weakness between each succeeding layers within the pour. The thickness of each layer shall be such
that it can be deposited before the previous layer has stiffened. The bucket loads or other units of deposit, shall
spotted progressively along the face of the layer with such overlap as will facilitate spreading the layer to uniform
depth and texture with a minimum of shovelling stones into mortar rather than mortar on to stones. Such a
condition shall be corrected by redesign of mix or other means, as directed by Engineer-in-Charge.
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COMPACTION :
4.13.7 COMPACTION : Concrete shall be compacted during placing, with approved vibrating equipment, until
the concrete has been consolidated to the maximum practicable density, is free of pockets of coarse aggregate
and fits tightly against all form surfaces, reinforcement and embedded fixtures. Particular care shall be taken to
ensure that all concrete placed against the form faces and into corners of forms or against hardened concrete at
joints is free from voids or cavities. The use of vibrators shall be consistent with the concrete mix and caution is to
be exercised not to over vibrate the concrete to the point of segregation.
1 Type of Vibrators : Vibrators shall conform to I.S. specifications. Type of vibrators to be used shall depend
upon the structure where concrete is to be placed. Shutter vibrators, to be effective, shall be firmly secured to the
form work which must be sufficiently rigid to transmit the vibrations and strong enough not to be damaged by it.
Immersion vibrators shall have No load frequency amplitude and acceleration as per I.S.2505 depending on the size
of the vibrator. Immersion vibrators in sufficient numbers and each of adequate size shall be used to properly
consolidate all concrete. Tapping or external vibrating of forms by hand tools or immersion vibrators will not be
permitted.
2 Use of Vibrators : The exact manner application and the most suitable machines for the purpose must
be carefully considered and operated by experienced men. Immersion vibrators shall be inserted vertically at
points not more than 450 mm. apart and withdrawn when air bubbles cease to come to the surface. Immersion
vibrators shall be withdrawn very slowly. In no case shall immersion vibrators be used to transport concrete inside
the forms. Particular attention shall be paid to vibration at the top of lift, e.g. in a column or wall.
3 Melding successive batches : When placing concrete in layers, which are advancing horizontally as the
work progress, great care shall be exercised to ensure adequate vibration, blending and melding of the concrete
between the successive layers.
4 Penetration of vibrators : The immersion vibrator shall penetrate the layer being placed and also penetrate
the layer below while the under layer is still plastic to ensure good bond and homogeneity between the two layers and
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5 Vibrating against reinforcement : Care shall be taken to prevent contact of immersion vibrators against
reinforcement steel. Immersion vibrators shall not be allowed to come in contact with reinforcement steel after start of
initial set. They shall also not be allowed to come in contact with forms or finished surfaces.
6 Use of Form Attached Vibrators : Form attached vibrators shall be used only with specific authorisation
of Engineer-in-Charge.
7 Use of surface vibrators : The use of surface vibrators will not be permitted under normal conditions.
However, for thin slabs, such as highways, runways and similar construction, surface vibrations by specifically
designed vibrators may be permitted, upon approval of Engineer-in-Charge.
4.13.8 STONE POCKETS AND MORTAR PONDAGES : Formation of stone pockets or mortar pondages in
corners and against faces of forms shall not be permitted. Should these occur, they shall be dug out, reformed and
refilled to a sufficient depth and shape for thorough bounding as directed by Engineer-in-Charge.
4.13.9 PLACEMENT INTERVAL : Except when placing with slip forms, each placement of concrete in
multiple lift work, shall be allowed to set for at least 24 hours after the final set of concrete and before the start of
a subsequent placement.
1 Special Provision in Placing : When placing concrete in walls with openings, in floors of integral
slab and beam construction and other similar conditions, the placing shall stop when the concrete reaches the top
of the opening in walls or bottom horizontal surface of the slabs as the case may be. Placing shall be resumed
before the concrete in place takes initial set, but not until it has had time to settle as determined by Engineerin-charge.
2 Placing Concrete Through Reinforcing Steel : While placing concrete through reinforcing steel, care
shall be taken to prevent segregation of the coarse aggregate. Where the congregation of steel make placing
difficult, it may be necessary to temporarily move the top steel aside to get proper placement and restore reinforcing
steel to design position.
4.13.10 BLEEDING : Bleeding or free water on top of concrete being deposited in to the forms, shall be
caused to stop the concrete pour and the conditions causing this defect corrected before any further concreting is
resumed.
4.14 CONSTRUCTION JOINTS AND KEYS :
Concrete shall be placed without interruption until completion of the part of the work between predetermined
construction joints, as specified therein after. Time lapse between the pouring of adjoining units shall be as
specified in the drawings or as directed by Engineer-in-Charge.
Construction joints and cold joints:
Joints are a common source of weakness and therefore it is desirable to avoid them. If this is not possible, their
number shall be minimized . Concreting shall be carried out continuously up to construction joints the position and
arrangement of which shall be indicated by the designer. Construction joints should comply with IS 11817.
Construction joints shall be placed at accessible locations to permit cleaning out of laitance, cement slurry and
unsound concrete, in order to create rough/uneven surface . It is recommended to clean out laitance and cement
slurry by using wire brush on the surface of joint immediately after initial setting of concrete and to clean at the same
immediately thereafter. The prepared surface should be in a clean saturated surface dry condition when fresh
concrete is placed, against it. In the case of construction joints at locations where the previous pour has been cast
against shuttering the recommended method of obtaining a rough surface for the previously poured concrete is to
expose the aggregate with a high pressure water jet or any other appropriate means.
Fresh concrete should be thoroughly vibrated near construction joints so that mortar from the new concrete flows
between large aggregates and develop proper bond with old concrete.
Where high shear resistance is required at the construction joints, shear keys may be provided.
Sprayed curing membranes and release agent s should be thoroughly removed from joint surfaces.
If stopping of concreting becomes unavoidable anywhere, a properly formed construction joint shall be made
where the work is stopped. Joints shall be either vertical or horizontal, unless shown otherwise in drawing. In
case of an inclined or curved member, the joints shall be at right angles to the axis of the member. Vertical joints in
walls shall be kept to a minimum. Vertical joints shall be formed against a stop board, horizontal joints shall be level
and wherever possible, arranged, so that the joint lines coincide with the architectural features of the finished
work. Battens, shall be nailed to the form work to ensure a horizontal line and if directed, shall also be used to
form a grooved joint. For tank walls, similar work joints shall be formed as per I.S. 3370. Concrete that is in the
process of setting shall not be disturbed or shaken by traffic either on the concrete itself or upon the shuttering.
Horizontal and vertical construction joints and shear keys shall be located and shall conform in detail to the
requirements of the plans unless otherwise directed by Engineer-in-Charge. Where not described, the joints shall be
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1 Column Joints : In a column, the joint shall be formed 75 mm. below the lowest soffit of the beams
including haunches if any. In flat slab construction the joint shall be 75 mm. below the soffit of column capital. At
least 2 hours shall elapse after depositing concrete in column, piers or walls, before depositing in beams, girders
or slabs supported thereon.
2 Beam and Slab Joints : Concrete in a beam shall be placed throughout without a joint but if the provision of
a joint is unavoidable, the joint shall be vertical and at the centre or within the middle third of the span unless
otherwise shown in drawing. Where a beam intersects a girder, the joints in the girder shall be offset a distance equal
to twice the width of the beam and additional reinforcement provided for shear. The joints shall be vertical throughout
the full thickness of the concrete member. A joint in a slab shall be vertical and parallel to the principal reinforcement.
Where it is unavoidable at right angles to the principle reinforcement, the joint shall be vertical and at the middle of
span.
3 Joints in Liquid Retaining Structures : Vertical construction joints in watertight construction will not be
permitted unless indicated on the drawings. Where a horizontal construction joint is required to resist water pressure,
special care shall be taken in all phases of its construction to ensure maximum watertightness.
4 Dowels : Dowels for concrete work, not likely to be taken up in the near future, shall be wrapped in tar
paper and burlap.
5 Mass Foundations : Mass foundations shall be poured in lifts not exceeding 1.5 m. in height unless,
otherwise indicated on the drawings and approved by Engineer-in-Charge.
6 Treatment of Construction Joints on Resuming Concreting : Drier shall be used for the top lift or
horizontal pours to avoid a laitance. All laitance and loose stones shall be thoroughly and carefully removed by
wire brushing/ hacking and surface washed.
Just before concreting is resumed, the roughened joint surface shall be thoroughly cleaned and loose matter
removed and then treated with a thin layer of cement grout of proportion specified by Engineer-in-Charge and
worked well into the surface. The new concrete shall be well worked specially against the prepared face before
the grout mortar sets. Special care shall be taken to obtain thorough compaction and to avoid segregation of the
concrete along the joint plane.
4.15 CURING, PROTECTING, REPAIRING, AND FINISHING:
1 Curing : All concrete shall be cured by keeping it continuously damp for the period of time required for
complete hydration and hardening to take place. Preference shall be given to the use of continuous sprays or
ponded water, continuously saturated covering of sacking, canvas, hessain or other absorbent materials, or
approved effective curing compounds applied with spraying equipment capable of producing a smooth, even
textured coat. Extra precautions shall be exercised in curing concrete during cold and hot weather as outlined
hereinafter. The quality of curing water shall be the same as that used for mixing concrete.
Certain types of finish or preparation for overlaying concrete must be done at certain stages of curing process
and special treatment may be required for specific concrete surface finish.
Curing of concrete made of high alumina cement and supersulphated cement shall be carried out as
directed by Engineer-in-Charge.
2 Curing with Water : Fresh concrete shall be kept continuously wet for a minimum period of 14 days
from the date of placing of concrete, following a lapse of 12 to 24 hours after laying concrete. The curing of horizontal
surfaces exposed to the drying winds shall however begin immediately the concrete has hardened. Water shall be
applied to unformed concrete surfaces within 1 hour after concrete has set. Water shall be applied to formed
surfaces immediately upon removal of forms. Quantity of water applied shall be controlled so as to prevent erosion
of freshly placed concrete.
3 Continuous Spraying : Curing shall be assured by use of an ample water supply under pressure in pipes,
with all necessary appliances of hose sprinklers and spraying devices. Continuous fine mist spraying or sprinkling
shall be used, unless otherwise specified or approved by Engineer-in-Charge.
4 Alternate Curing Methods : Whenever in the judgment of Engineer-in-Charge, it may be necessary to omit
the continuous spray method, covering of clean sand or other approved means such as wet gunny bags, which will
prevent loss of moisture from the concrete, may be used. Any type of covering which would stain or damage the
concrete during or after the curing period, will not be permitted. Covering shall be kept continuously wet during the
curing period.
For curing of concrete in pavements, side-walks, floors, flat roofs or other level surfaces, the ponding method
of curing is preferred. The method of containing the ponded water shall be approved by Engineer-in-Charge.
Special attention shall be given to edges and corners of the slab to ensure proper protection to these areas.
The ponded areas shall be kept continuously filled with water during the curing period.
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5 Curing Compounds : Surface coating type curing compound shall be used only on special permission of
Engineer-in-Charge. Curing compounds shall be liquid type while pigmented, conforming to U.S. Bureau of
Reclamation Specification. No curing compound shall be used on surface where future blending with concrete,
water or acid proof membrane or painting is specified.
6. Curing Equipment : All equipments and materials required for curing shall be on hand and ready for use
before concrete is placed.
7. Moist Curing: Exposed surfaces of concrete shall be kept continuously in a damp or wet condition by
ponding or by covering with a layer of sacking , canvas, hassian or similar materials and kept constantly wet for at
least seven days from the date of placing concrete. In case of ordinary Portland cement and at least ten days where
mineral admixtures or blended cement are used. The period of curing shall not be less than ten days of concrete
exposed to dry and hot wheather conditions. In the case of concrete the mineral admixtures or blended cement are
used, it is recommended that the above minimum periods may be extended to fourteen days as per the approval of
the Engineer-in-Charge.
8. Membrane Curing: Approved curing compounds may be used in lieu of moist curing with the permission of
Engineer-in-charge. Such compounds shall be applied to all exposed surfaces of the concrete as soon as possible
after the concrete has set. Impermeable membranes such as poly ethylene sheeting covering, closely the concrete
surface may also be used to provide effective barrier against evaporation.
For the concrete containing Portland pozzolona cement, Portland slag cement or mineral admixtures increased
period of curing may be decided by Engineer-in-charge.
The rate of strength development at early age of concrete made with super sulphated cement is significantly
reduced at lower temperatures. Super sulphated cement concrete is seriously affected by inadequate curing and the
surface has to be kept moist for at least seven days or more as per the approval of the Engineer-in-Charge.
4.16 PROTECTING FRESH CONCRETE :
Fresh concrete shall be protected from the elements, from defacements and damage due to construction
operations by leaving forms in place for ample period as specified later in this specification. Newly placed
concrete shall be protected by approved means such as tarpaulins from rain, sun and winds. Steps as approved by
Engineer-in-Charge, shall also be taken to protect immature concrete from damage by debris, excessive loading,
vibrations, abrasion or contact with other materials etc. that may be warned against and prevented from disturbing
green concrete during its setting period. If it is necessary that workmen enter the area of freshly placed concrete,
Engineer-in-Charge may require that bridges be placed over the area.
4.17 REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT OF UNSATISFACTORY CONCRETE :
Immediately after the shuttering is removed, the surface of concrete shall be very carefully gone over and all
defective areas called to the attention of Engineer-in-Charge who may permit patching of the defective areas or else
reject the concrete unit either partially or entirely. Rejected concrete shall be removed and replaced by Contractor at
no additional expense to the Department. Holes left by form bolts etc. shall be filled up and made good with mortar
composed of one part of cement to one and half parts of sand passing through 2.36 mm. I.S. sieve after removing any
loose stones adhering to the concrete. Mortar filling shall be struck off flush at the face of the concrete. Concrete
surface shall be finished as described under the particular item of work.
Superficial honey combed surfaces and rough patches shall be similarly made good immediately after
removal of shuttering, in the presence of Engineer-in-Charge and superficial water and air holes shall be filled in. The
mortar shall be well worked into the surface with wooden float. Excess water shall be avoided. Unless instructed
otherwise by Engineer-in-Charge, the surface of the exposed concrete placed against shuttering shall be rubbed down
immediately on removal of shuttering to remove fine or other irregularities, care being taken to avoid damaging the
surfaces. Surface irregularities shall be removed by grinding.
If reinforcement is exposes or the honey combing occurs at vulnerable position e.g. ends of beams or
columns, it may be necessary to cut out the member completely or in part and reconstruct. The decision of
Engineer-in-Charge shall be final in this regard. If only patching is necessary, the defective concrete shall be cut out till
solid concrete is reached (or to a minimum depth of 25 mm.), the edges being cut perpendicular to the affected
surface or with a small under cut if possible, anchors, tees or dowels shall be provided in slots whenever
necessary to attach the new concrete securely in place. An area extending several centimetres beyond the
edges and the surfaces of the prepared voids shall be saturated with water for 24 hours immediately before the
patching material is placed.
1 Use of Epoxy : The use of epoxy for bonding fresh concrete used for repairs will be permitted upon
written approval of Engineer-in-Charge. Epoxies shall be applied in strict accordance with the instruction of the
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2 Method of Repair : Small size holes having surface dimensions about equal to the depth of the hole,
holes left after removal of form bolts, grout insert holes and slots cut for repair of cracks shall be repaired as
follows:
The hole to be patched shall be roughened and thoroughly soaked with clean water until absorption stops.
A 5 mm. thick layer of grout of equal parts of cement and sand shall be well brushed into the surface to be
patched followed immediately by the patching concrete which shall be well consolidated with a wooden float and left
slightly proud of the surrounding surface. The concrete patch shall be built up in 10 mm. thick layers. After an hour or
more, depending upon weather conditions, it shall be worked off flush with a wooden float and a smooth finish
obtained by wiping with hessian. Steel trowel shall not be used for this purpose. The mix for patching shall be of
the same materials and in the same proportions as that used in the concrete being repaired, although some reduction
in the maximum size of the coarse aggregates may be necessary and the mix shall be kept as dry as possible.
Mortar filling by air pressure (guniting) shall be used for repair of areas to large and/ or too shallow for
patching with mortar. Patched surfaces shall be given a final treatment to match the colour and texture of the
surrounding concrete. White cement shall be substituted for ordinary cement, if so directed by Engineering-inCharge, to match the shade of the patch with the original concrete.
3 Curing of Patched Work : The patched area shall be covered immediately with an approved nonstaining water-saturated material such as gunny bags, which shall be kept continuously wet and protected against
sun and wind for a period of 24 hours. Thereafter, the patched area shall be kept wet continuously by a fine spray
of sprinkling water for not less than 10 days.
4 Approval by Engineer-in-Charge : All materials, procedures and operations used in the repair of concrete
and also the finished repair work shall be subject to the approval of Engineer-in-Charge. All fillings shall tightly
bonded to the concrete and shall be sound, free from shrinkage cracks after the fillings have been cured and dried.
4.18 FINISHING :
This specification is intended to cover the treatment of concrete surfaces of all structures.
1 Finish for Formed Surfaces : The type of finish for formed concrete surfaces shall be as follows, unless
otherwise specified by the Engineer in charge:
For surfaces against which backfill or concrete is to be placed, no treatment is required except repair of
defective areas.
For surfaces below grade, which will receive waterproofing treatment, the concrete shall be free of surface
irregularities which would interfere with proper application of the water-proofing materials which is specified for use.
Unless specified, surfaces which will be exposed when the structure is in service shall receive no special finish,
except repair of damaged or defective concrete, removal of fins and abrupt irregularities, filling of holes left by form
ties and rods and clean up of loose or adhering debris.
Surfaces which will be exposed to the weather and which would normally be levelled, shall be sloped for
drainage. Unless the drawing specify a horizontal surface or shows the slope required, the tops of narrow surfaces
such as staircase treads, walls, curbs and parapets shall be sloped across the width approx. as 1 in 30. Broader
surfaces such as walkways, roads, parking areas and platforms shall be sloped about 1 in 50. Surfaces that will be
covered by backfill or concrete, sub floors to be covered with concrete topping, terrazzo or quarry tile and similar
surfaces shall be smooth, screeded and leveled to produce even surfaces. Surface irregularities shall not exceed
6mm. Surfaces which will not be covered by backfill, concrete or tile topping such as outside decks, floors of galleries
and sumps, parapets, gutters, sidewalks, floors and slabs shall be consolidated, screeded and floated.
Excess water and laitance shall be removed before final finishing. Floating may be done with hand or power tools
and started as soon as the screeded surface has attained a stiffness to permit finishing operations and these shall be the
minimum required to produce a surface uniform in texture and free from screed marks or other imperfections. Joints and
edges shall be tooled as called for on the drawings or as directed By Engineer-in-Charge.
2 Standard Finish for Exposed Concrete : Exposed concrete shall mean any concrete other than floors or
slabs exposed to view upon completion of the job. Unless otherwise specified on the drawings, the standard finish for
exposed concrete shall be of smooth finish.
A smooth finish shall be obtained with use of lined or plywood forms having smooth and even surfaces and
edges. Panels and form linings shall be of uniform size and be as large as practicable and installed with closed
joints. Upon removal of forms, the joint marks shall be smoothed off and all blemishes, projections etc. removed,
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3 Integral Cement Concrete Finish : When specified on the drawings, an integral cement concrete finish of
specified thickness for floors and slabs shall be applied either monolithic or bonded, as specified in the drawings and
as per I.S.2571. The surface shall be compacted and then floated with a wooden float or power floating machine.
The surface shall be tested with a straight edge and any high and low spots eliminated. Floating or trowelling of the
finish shall be permitted only after all surface water has evaporated. Dry cement or a mixture of dry cement and
sand shall not be sprinkled directly on the surface of the cement finish to absorb moisture or to stiffen the mix.
4 Rubbed Finish : A rubbed finish shall be provided only on exposed concrete surfaces as specified on the
drawings. Upon removal of forms, all fins and other projections on the surfaces shall be carefully removed, off
sets leveled and voids and/ or damaged sections immediately saturated with water and repaired by filling with
concrete or mortar of the same composition as was used in the surfaces. The surfaces shall then be thoroughly
wetted and rubbed with carborandum or other abrasive. Cement mortar may be used in the rubbing, but the
finished surfaces shall not be brush coated with either cement or grout after rubbing. The finished surfaces shall
present a uniform and smooth appearance.
4.19 PROTECTION :
All concrete shall be protected against damage until final acceptance by Engineer-in-Charge.
4.20 FOUNDATION BEDDING, BONDING AND JOINTING :
All surfaces upon or against which concrete will be placed shall be suitably prepared by thoroughly cleaning,
washing and dewatering as may be indicated in the plans or as Engineer-in-Charge may direct to meet the various
situations encountered in the work.
Soft or spongy areas shall be cleaned out and back filled with either a soil cement mixture, lean concrete or
clean sand fill compacted to minimum density of 90% Modified Proctor, unless otherwise mentioned in schedule of
quantities.
Prior to construction of form work for any item where soil will not act as bottom form, approval shall be obtained
from Engineer-in-Charge as to the suitability of the soil.
4.21 PREPARATION OF ROCK STRATA OF FOUNDATIONS :
To provide tight bond with rock foundations, the rock surface shall be prepared and the following general
requirements shall be observed:
Concrete shall not be deposited on large sloping rock surface. Where required by Engineer-in-Charge or as
indicated on the plans, the rock shall be cut to form rough steps or benches to provide roughness or a more suitable
bearing surface.
Rock foundation stratum shall be prepared by picking, barring, wedging and similar methods which will leave
the rock in an entirely sound and unshattered condition.
Shortly before concrete is placed, the rock surface shall be cleaned with high pressure water and air jet even
though it may have been previously cleaned in that manner.
Prior to placing concrete, the rock surface shall be kept wet for a period of 2 to 4 hours unless otherwise
directed by the Engineer-in-Charge.
Before placing concrete on rock surfaces, all water shall be removed from depressions to permit through
inspection and proper bonding of the concrete to the rock.
4.22 PREPARATION OF EARTH STRATA OF FOUNDATIONS :
All earth surfaces upon which or against which concrete is to be placed, shall be well compacted and free from
standing water, mud or debris. Soft, yielding soils shall be removed and replaced with suitable earth and well
compacted as directed by the Engineer-in-Charge. Where specified, lean concrete shall be provided in the earth
stratum for eceiving concrete. The surface of absorptive soil against which concrete is to be placed shall be
moistened thoroughly so that no moisture will be drawn form the freshly placed concrete and later shall help to cure
the concrete.
4.23 PREPARATION OF CONCRETE SURFACES :
Preparation of concrete surface upon which additional concrete is to be placed later, shall preferably be done by
scarifying and cleaning while the concrete is between its initial and final set. This method shall be used wherever
practicable and shall consist of cutting the surface with picks and stiff brooms and by use of an approved combination
of air and water jet as directed by Engineer-in-charge. Great care shall be taken in performing this work to avoid
removal of too much mortar and the weakening of the surface by loosening of aggregate. When it is not practicable to
follow the above method, it will be necessary to employ air tools to remove laitance and roughen the surface.
The final required result shall be a pitted surface from which all dirt, unsound concrete, laitance and glazed
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4.24 BONDING TREATMENT (MORTAR) :

After rock or concrete surfaces upon which new concrete is to be placed have been scarified, cleaned and
wetted as specified herein, it shall receive a bonding treatment, immediately before placement of the concrete.
The bonding medium shall be a coat of cement sand mortar. The mortar shall have the same cement-sand
proportion as the concrete which shall be placed on it. The water cement ratio shall be determined by placing
conditions and as approved by Engineer-in-Charge.
Bonding mortar shall be placed in sufficient quantity to completely cover the surface about 10 mm. thick for
rock surface and about 5 mm. thick for concrete surfaces. It shall be brushed or broomed over the surface and
worked thoroughly into all cracks, crevices and depressions. Accumulations or puddles of mortar shall not be
allowed to settle in depressions and shall be brushed out to a satisfactory degree as determined by Engineer-inCharge.
Mortar shall be placed at such a rate that it can be brushed over the surface just in advance of placement of
concrete. Only as much area shall be covered with mortar as can be covered with concrete before initial set in the
mortar takes place. The amount of mortar that will be permitted to be placed at any one-time, or the area which is to
cover, shall be in accordance with Engineer-in-Charge.
4.25 CLEANING AND BONDING OF FORMED CONSTRUCTION JOINTS :
Vertical construction joints shall be cleaned as specified above or by other methods approved by Engineer-inCharge. In placing concrete against formed construction joints, the surfaces of the joints, where accessible, shall be
coated thoroughly with the specified bed-joint bonding mortar immediately before they are covered with concrete
or by scrubbing with wire brooms, dipped into the fresh concrete. Where it is impracticable to apply such a
mortar coating, special precautions shall be taken to ensure that the new concrete is brought into intimate contact
with the surface of the joint by carefully puddling and spading with aid of vibrators and suitable tools.
4.26 EXPANSION AND CONTRACTION :
Provision shall be made for expansion and contraction in concrete by use of special type joints located as
shown in the drawings. Construction joint surfaces shall be treated as specified in the specifications, shown in
the drawings or as directed by Engineer-in-Charge.
4.27 HOT WEATHER REQUIREMENTS :
All concrete work performed in hot weather shall be in accordance with I.S. 456, except as herein modified.
Admixtures may be used only when approved by Engineer-in-Charge.
Adequate provision shall be made to lower concrete temperatures by cool ingredients, eliminating
excessive mixing, preventing exposure of mixers and conveyers to direct sunlight and the use of reflective paint, on
mixers etc. The temperature of the freshly placed concrete shall not be permitted to exceed 300C.
Consideration shall be given to shading aggregate stock piles from direct rays of the sun and spraying stock
piles with water, use of cold water available and burying, insulation, shading and/ or painting white the pipe lines
and water storage tanks and conveyances.
In order to reduce loss of mixing water, the aggregates, wooden forms, subgrade, adjacent concrete and
other moisture absorbing surfaces, shall be well wetted prior to concreting. Placement and finishing shall be done
as quickly as possible.
Extra precautions shall be taken for the protection and curing of concrete. Consideration shall be given to
continuous water curing and protection against high temperatures and drying hot wind for a period of at least 7
days immediately after concrete has set and after which normal curing procedures may be resumed.
4.28 PLACING CONCRETE UNDER WATER :
Under all ordinary conditions all foundations shall be completely dewatered and concrete placed in the dry.
However, when concrete placement under water is necessary, all work shall conform to I.S.456 and procedure shall
be as follows:
Method of Placement : Concrete shall be deposited under water by means of tremies or drop bottom
buckets of approved type.
4.29 DIRECTION, INSPECTION AND APPROVAL :
All work requiring placement of concrete underwater shall be designed, directed and inspected with regard to
the local circumstances and purposes. All under water concrete shall be placed according to the plans or
specifications and as directed and approved by Engineer-in-Charge.
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4.30 PRECAST CONCRETE & 4.31 PRECAST REINFORCED CONCRETE

Precast concrete & precast reinforced concrete shall comply with I.S. 456, and with the following requirements:
4.31.1 General requirements : Precast reinforced concrete units such as columns, fencing posts, door and
window frames, lintels, chajjas, copings, sills, shelves, slabs, louvers etc. shall be of grade of mix as specified and
cast in forms or moulds. The forms / moulds shall be of fiber glass or of steel sections for better finish. Provision shall
be made in the forms and moulds to accommodate fixing devices such as nibs, clips, hooks, bolts and forming of
notches and holes. Precast concrete shall be cast on suitable bed or platform with firm foundation and free from
wind. The contractor may precast the units on a cement or steel platform which shall be adequately oiled provided the
surface finish is of the same standard as obtained in the forms. Each unit shall be cast in one operation. Contractor
shall be responsible for the accuracy of the level or shape of the bed or platform. A suitable serial number and the
date of casting shall be impressed or painted on each unit.
4.31.2
Concrete used for precasting the units should be well proportioned, mixed, placed and thoroughly
compacted by vibrations or tamping to give a dense concrete free from voids and honeycombing.
4.31.3
Precast articles shall have a dense surface finish showing no coarse aggregate and shall have no
cracks or crevices likely to assist in disintegration of concrete or rusting of steel or other defects that would interfere
with the proper placing of the units. All angles of the precast units with the exception of the angles resulting from the
splayed or chamfered faces shall be true right angles. The arises shall be clean and sharp except those specified or
shown to be rounded. The wearing surface shall be true to the lines. On being fractured, the interior of the units should
present a clean homogenous appearance.
4.31.4
The longitudinal reinforcement shall have a minimum cover of 12 mm or twice the diameter of the
main bar, whichever is more, unless otherwise directed in respect of all items except fencing posts or electric posts
where the minimum cover shall be 25 mm.
4.31.5

CURING

After having been cast in the mould or form the concrete shall be adequately protected during setting in the first
stages of hardening from shocks and from harmful effects of frost, sunshine, drying winds and cold. The concrete shall
be cured at least for 7 days from the date of casting.
4.31.6
The precast articles shall be matured for 28 days before erection or being built in so that the concrete
shall have sufficient strength to prevent damage to units when first handled. Side shutters shall not be struck in less
than 24 hours after depositing concrete and no precast unit shall be lifted until the concrete reaches a strength of
at least twice the stress to which the concrete may be subjected at the time of lifting.
4.31.7

Marking

Precast units shall be clearly marked to indicate the top of member and its location and orientation in the
structure.
4.31.8
Precast units shall be stored, transported and placed in position in such a manner that they will not be
overstressed or damaged. The lifting and removal of precast units shall be undertaken without causing shocks,
vibration or under bending stresses to or in the units. Before lifting and removal takes place, contractor shall satisfy
Engineer-in-Charge or his representative that the methods he proposes to adopt for these operations will not overstress or otherwise affect seriously the strength of the precast units. The reinforced side of the units shall be
distinctly marked.

4.32 PRECAST CEMENT CONCRETE JALI :

4.32.1 The Jali shall be of cement concrete 1:2:4 (1 cement : 2 coarse sand : 4 stone aggregate 6 mm nominal
size) reinforced with 1.6 mm thick mild steel wire, unless otherwise specified.
4.32.2 Fixing : The Jali shall be set in position true to plumb and level before the joints, sills and soffits of the
openings are plastered. It shall then be properly grouted with cement mortar 1:3 (1 cement : 3 coarse sand) and
rechecked for levels. Finally the jambs, sills and soffits shall be plastered embedding the jali uniformly on all sides.
4.32.3
Measurement : The Jali shall be measured for its gross superficial area. The length and breadth shall
be measured correct to a cm. The thickness shall not be less than that specified.
4.32.4
Rate : The rate shall be inclusive of materials and labour involved in all the operations described
above except plastering of jambs, sill and soffits, which will be paid for under relevant items of plastering.

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4.33 CURING :
All precast work shall be protected from the direct rays of the sun for at least 7 days after casting and during that
period each units shall be kept constantly watered or preferably by completely immersed in water if the size of unit so
permits. Otherwise curing practices as given in clauses stated earlier shall be followed.
4.34 SLOTS, OPENINGS ETC. :
Slots, openings or holes, pockets etc. shall be provided in the concrete work in the positions indicated in the
drawings or as directed by the Engineer-in-Charge. Any deviation from the approved drawings shall be made
good by contractor at his own expenses without damaging any other work. Sleeves, bolts, inserts etc. shall also
be provided in concrete work where so specified.
4.35 GROUTING :
4.35.1 Standard Grout : Grout shall be provided as specified in the drawing.
The proportions of grout shall be such as to produce a flowable mixture consistent with minimum water
content and shrinkage. The grout proportions shall be limited as follows:
Use

Grout thickness

Mix. proportions

W/C. Ratio in (Max.)

a)Fluid
mix

Under 25 mm.

One part Portland cement

to one part sand.

0.44

b) General

25 mm. and over

but less than 50 mm.

One part Portland cement

to 2 parts of sand.

0.53

c) Stiff mix.

50 mm. and over

One part Portland cement to

3 parts of sand.

0.53

Sand shall be such as to produce a flowable grout without any tendency to segregate.
Sand, for general grouting purposes, shall be graded within the following limits:
Passing I.S. sieve 2.36 mm.

95 to 100%

Passing I.S. sieve 1.18 mm.

65 to 95%

Passing I.S. sieve 300 micron above

10 to 30%

Passing I.S. sieve 150 micron above

3 to 10%

Sand for fluid grouts shall have the fine material passing the 300 and 150 micron sieves at the upper limits
specified above.
Sand for stiff grouts, shall meet the usual grading specifications and concrete.
Surface to be grouted shall be thoroughly roughened and cleaned of all foreign matter and laitance.
Anchor bolts, anchor bolt holes and bottom of equipment and column base plates shall be cleaned of all oil,
grease, dirt and loose material. The use of hot, strong, caustic solution for this purpose will be permitted.
Prior to grouting, the hardened concrete surfaces to be grouted, shall be saturated with water.
Water in anchor bolt holes shall be removed before grouting is started.
Forms around base plates shall be, reasonably, tightened to prevent leakage of the grout.
Adequate clearance shall be provided between forms and base plate to permit grout to be worked properly into
place.
Grouting, once started shall be done quickly and continuously to prevent segregation, bleeding and breakdown
of initial set. Grout shall be worked from one side of one end to the other to prevent entrapment of air. To distribute
the grout and to ensure more release from entrapped air, link chains can be used to work the grout into place.
Grouting through holes in base plate shall be by pressure grouting.
Variations in grout mixes and procedures shall be permitted if approved by the Engineer-in-Charge.
4.35.2 Special Grout : Special grout where specified on the
drawing
accordance with the manufacturers instructions/ specifications on the drawings.

shall be provided in strict

4.36 INSPECTION :
All materials, workmanship and finished construction shall be subject to the continuous inspection and approval
of Engineer-in-Charge.

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All rejected materials supplied by contractor and all rejected work or construction performed by contractor, as is
not in conformance with the specifications and drawings, shall immediately be replaced at no additional
expense to the Department.
Approval of any preliminary material or phase of work shall in no way relieve the contractor from the responsibility
of supplying concrete and/ or producing finished concrete in accordance with the specifications and drawings.
All concrete shall be protected against damage until final acceptance by the Department or its representatives.
4.37 CLEAN UP :
Upon the completion of concrete work, all forms, equipments, construction tools, protective coverings and any
debris resulting from the work shall be removed from the premises.
All debris i.e. empty containers, scrap wood etc. shall be removed to dump daily or as directed by the Engineerin-Charge.
The finished concrete surfaces shall be left in a clean condition to the satisfaction of the Engineer-in-Charge.
4.38 PLAIN CEMENT CONCRETE FOR GENERAL WORK :
For plain cement concrete work, the specification for materials viz. cement, sand, fine and coarse aggregates
and water shall be the same as that specified in reinforced concrete work specification.
But the proportion of mix will be nominal and the ratio of fine and coarse aggregate may be slightly adjusted
within limits, keeping the total value of aggregates to a given volumes of cement constant to suit the sieve analysis of
both the aggregates. Cement shall on no account be measured by volume, but it shall always be used directly from
the bags (i.e. 50 kg/bag).
The proportion of cement, sand, aggregate and water for concrete of proportion 1:5:10, 1:4:8, 1:3:6 & 1:2:4 by
volume shall generally consist of quantities as given below :
Proportion
of
Ingredients

Quantity of materials used per bag of cement

Cement

Fine aggregate
(sand)

Coarse
aggregate

Total of fine sand

coarse aggregates

Water

1:5:10

175 ltrs.

350 ltrs.

800 kgs.

60 ltrs.

1:4:8

140 ltrs.

280 ltrs.

625 kgs.

45 ltrs.

1:3:6

105 ltrs.

210 ltrs.

480 kgs.

34 ltrs.

1:2:4

70 ltrs.

140 ltrs.

330 kgs.

32 ltrs.

The quantity of water used shall be such as to produce concrete of consistency required by the particular class
of work and shall be decided by the use of a slump cone. Sufficient care should be taken to see that no excess
quantity of water is used. The final proportion of the aggregate and quantity of water shall be decided by the
Engineer-in-charge on the basis of test in each case.
Mix proportion

Cement
in bags

Sand
in cum

1:5:10

2.60

1:4:8

Coarse Aggregate in CUM

Water

40 mm

20 mm

12 mm

0.475

0.6623

0.2583

156

3.40

0.500

0.6883

0.6883

153

1:3:6 (with 40mm aggr.)

4.4

0.485

0.672

0.672

0.262

176

1:3:6 (with 20 mm aggr.)

4.4

0.485

0.727

0.242

162.5

1:2:4 (with 20 mm aggr.)

6.4

0.47

0.705

0.235

205

1:2:4 (with 40 mm aggr.)

6.4

0.47

0.544

0.241

0.126

235

1:1.5:3

8.0

0.441

0.6615

0.2205

240

1:1:2

12.20

0.45

0.675

0.225

330

Ordinary mix in volume

The slump shall be specified for each class of work and shall in general be as follows:

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Max. slump (in mm.)

Mass concrete

50

Concrete below water proofing treatment

50

Coping

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All plain concrete should be preferably mixed in a drum type powder driven machine with a loading hopper
which will permit the accurate measure of various ingredients. If hand mixing is authorised, it should be done on a
water tight platform.
The mixing of each batch in the concrete mixer shall continue for not less than 1.5 minutes after the materials
and water are in the mixer. The volume is mixed materials per batch shall not exceed the manufacturers rated
capacity of the mixer. The mixer shall rotate at a peripheral speed of about 60 metres per minute.
Concrete shall be poured and consolidated in its final position within half an hour of mixing. The retempering of
concrete which has partially hardened, that is remixing with or without additional cement aggregate or water shall not
be permitted. Concrete of mix 1:3:6 and 1:2:4 will be required to be vibrated if specified and directed by the Engineer.
In case of the thickness of concrete is more than 150 mm., it may be vibrated as directed by the Engineer.
The concrete shall be cured for 10 days in ordinary weather and 15 days in hot weather.
Measurements for the work done shall be exact length, breadth and depth shown in figures on the drawings or
as directed by the Engineer and after the concrete is consolidated. No extra shall be paid for excess quantity resulting
from faulty workmanship.
4.39 SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS FOR CONCRETE AND ALLIED WORKS :
The following specific requirements shall be met within addition to those provided in the clause of specification
for Concrete and allied works.
4.39.1 General : If so specified in Schedule A for the work, the Department shall supply with specification for
Concrete and allied works and the contractor shall be solely responsible for supplying mixed concrete in
accordance with the specification for concrete and allied works and also this specification. The rates for the
reinforced concrete work shall be based on the issue rates of cement and steel as given in the schedule A.
4.39.2 Water : Clean water in pipes under pressure shall be provided by the contractor with all necessary
equipment for giving a nozzle pressure of not less than 2.0 kg/ sqcm. for the convenient and effective jetting of rock
foundations and concrete surfaces, for cooling aggregate required for concrete, for curing concrete and other
requirements.
4.39.3 Fire Protection System : The contractor shall provide and maintain at all times in adequate fire
protection system to protect his equipment, materials and construction In case of an emergency, the contractor
shall permit the Engineer-in-Charge to use the system for protecting equipment, works etc. on the project.
4.39.4 Concrete : The rates for all concrete work should be based as per specifications and taking into
consideration the guidelines indicated in special instruction under relevant clause.
4.39.5 The Placement Intervals : Each placement of concrete shall be allowed to set for a period of 48
hours and longer when required, before the start of subsequent placement. A time gap between the two adjoining
pours in the horizontal plane and the two adjacent pours in the vertical plane shall be 7 days and 3 days respectively.
4.39.6 Finishing of Concrete :
1 General : Unless otherwise specified, concrete finishes shall conform to the following specifications:
Finish F1, F2 and F3 shall describe formed surface.
Finish U1, U2 and U3 shall describe un-formed surface.
Off sets or fins caused by disposed or misplaced form sheathing lining or form sections or by defective form
lumber shall be referred to as abrupt irregularities. All other irregularities shall be referred to as gradual
irregularities. Gradual irregularities shall be measured as deviation from a plane surface with a template 1.5 m.
long for formed surface and 3 m. long for unformed surfaces.
2 Formed Surfaces :
Finish F1shall apply to all formed surfaces for which finish F2, F3 or any other special finish is not specified
and shall include filling up all form tie holes.
Finish F2shall apply to all formed surfaces so shown on the drawings or specified by the Engineer-inCharge. This shall include filling all form tie-holes, repair of gradual irregularities exceeding 6 mm., removal
of ridges and abrupt irregularities by grinding.
Finish F3shall apply to all formed surfaces exposed to view or where shown in the drawings or specified by
the Engineer-in-Charge. Finish F3 - shall include all measures specified for Finish-F2 and in addition, Filling air
holes with mortar and treatment of the entire surface with sack rubbed finish. It shall also include clean up of loose
and adhering debris. Where a sack rubbed finish is specified, the surfaces shall be prepared within two days after
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The surface shall be wetted and allowed to dry slightly before mortar is applied by sack rubbing. The mortar
used shall consist of one part cement to one and half parts by volume of fine (minus No. 16 mesh) sand. Only
sufficient mixing water to give the mortar a workable consistency shall be used. The mortar shall then be rubbed over
the surface with a fine burlap or linen cloth so as to fill all the surface voids. The mortar rubbed in the voids shall
be allowed to stiffen and solidify after which the whole surface shall be wiped clean so that the surface presents a
uniform appearance without air holes, irregularities etc.
Curing of the surface shall be continued for a period of ten (10) days.
3 Unformed Surfaces :
Finish U1shall apply to all unformed surfaces for which the finish U2, U3 or any other special finish is not
specified and shall include screeding the surface of the concrete to the required slope and grade. Unless the drawing
specifies a horizontal surface or shows the slope required, the tops of narrow surfaces such as stair, treads, walls,
curbs and parapets shall be sloped approximately 10 mm. per 300 mm. width. Surfaces to be covered by backfill
or concrete sub-floors to be covered with concrete topping, terrazzo and similar surfaces shall be smooth screeded
and leveled to produce even surface, irregularities not exceeding 6 mm.
Finish U2shall apply to all unformed surfaces as shown in the drawing or specified by the Engineer-in-Charge
and shall include screeding and applying a wood float finish to the surface of the concrete to the required slopes and
grade.
Repair of abrupt irregularities unless a roughened texture is specified. Repair of gradual irregularities exceeding
6 mm.
Finish U3shall apply to unformed surfaces for which a high degree of surface smoothness is required, where
shown on the drawing or specified by the Engineer-in-Charge. This shall include screeding, floating and applying a
steel trowel finish to the surface of the concrete to the required slopes and grade.
Repair of abrupt irregularities.
Repair of gradual irregularities exceeding 6 mm., finishing joints and edges of concrete with edging tools.

4.40 MODE OF MEASUREMENT FOR CONCRETE WORK :

General : Concrete as actually done shall be measured for payment, subject to the following tolerances,
unless otherwise stated hereinafter. Any work done extra over the specified dimensions shall not be measured
for payment.
a) Linear dimensions shall be measured in full centimetres except for the thickness of slab which shall be
measured to the nearest half centimetre.
b) Areas shall be worked out to the nearest 0.01 sqm.
c) Cubic contents shall be worked out to the nearest 0.001 cum.
d) The concrete shall be measured for its length, breadth and height/ depth limiting dimensions to those
specified on drawings or as directed by the Engineer-in-Charge.
NOTE : The sizes of RCC members as assumed in the estimate are based on preliminary drawings and are
likely to be changed. The contractor is not entitled to any extra claim due to such changes.
Deductions:
No deductions shall be made for the following :
a) Ends of dissimilar materials e.g. joists, beams, posts, girders, rafters, purlins, trusses, corbels, steps etc.
upto 500 sq cm. in cross section.
b) Opening upto 0.1 sqm. (1000 sq cm)
c) Volume occupied by reinforcement.
d) Volume occupied by pipes, conduits, sheathing etc. not exceeding 25 sq cm. each in cross sectional area.
Nothing extra shall be paid for leaving and finishing such cavities and holes.
i) COLUMN FOOTING :
R.C.C. in foundation and footings shall be measured for its length, breadth and depths limiting dimensions to
those specified in drawing or as ordered in writing by the Engineer-in-Charge. In case of tapering portions of column
footings, the quantities shall be calculated by the Formula : Volume V = H/3 x [ A1 + A2 + sqrt {A1 x A2}] ; where
A1 = Area at top of footing, A2 = Area at bottom of footing and H = Height of footing.

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ii) COLUMN :
Column shall be measured from top of footings to the plinth level and from plinth level to the structural slab level
and to the subsequent structural slab levels. Measurements for higher grade concrete in columns at its junction with
lower grade concrete beams shall be restricted to the column section supporting the beam in question.
iii) WALL :
All walls shall be measured from top of the wall footing to the plinth level and from plinth level to the top of
structural first floor and to subsequent floors.
iv) BEAM AND LINTEL :
Beam shall be measured from face to face of the columns, walls, cross beams including haunches if any. The
depth of the beams shall be measured from the top of the slab to the bottom of the beam except in the case of
inverted beam where it shall be measured from top of slab to top of beams. The beams and lintels with narrow width
even though acting as facia in elevation in some cases, will be measured as beams and lintels only.
v) SLAB :
The length and breadth of slab laid to correct thickness as shown in the detailed drawings or as ordered by the
Engineer-in-Charge shall be measured between beams, walls and columns.
vi) CHAJJAS, FACIAS, FINS AND MULLIONS:
a) Chajjas shall be measured net from supporting faces upto the edges of chajjas without any facia.
b) Facia shall be measured full excluding chajja thickness.
c) End fins shall be measured full.
d) Intermediate fins, mullions shall be measured between chajjas or other supporting structural members.
e) Parapets shall be measured from top of slab/ chajja.
vii) STAIRCASE :
The concrete in all members of staircase like waist slabs, steps, cantilever steps, stringer beams etc. shall be
measured for their length, breadth and depth, limiting dimensions to those specified on drawings. No deductions shall
be made for embedded plugs, pockets.
Rates: The rate for P.C.C/ R.C.C. shall include the cost of all materials, labour, transport, tools and
plants and all the operations mentioned hitherto, including or excluding the cost of form work and/ or reinforcement
as mentioned in the schedule of quantities. The rates also shall include the cost of testing materials, mix design,
cube test and allied incidental expenses.
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5.

FORM WORK :

5.0 GENERAL : The form work shall consist of shores, bracings, sides of beams and columns, bottom of slabs
etc. including ties, anchors, hangers, inserts etc. complete which shall be properly designed and planned for the work. The
false work shall be so constructed that up and down vertical adjustment can be made smoothly. Wedges may be used at
the top or bottom of timber shores, but not at both ends, to facilitate vertical adjustment or dismantling of form work.
5.1 DESIGN OF FORM WORK :
The design and engineering of form work as well as its construction shall be the responsibility of
Contractor. If so instructed, the drawings and calculations for the design of the form work shall be submitted well in
advance to the Engineer-in-Charge for approval before proceeding with work, at no extra cost to the Department.
Engineer-in-Charges approval shall not however, relieve Contractor of the full responsibility for the design and
construction of the form work. The design shall take into account all the loads vertical as well as lateral that the forms
will be carrying including live and vibration leadings.
5.2 TOLERANCES :
Tolerances are a specified permissible variation from lines, grade or dimensions given in drawings. No
tolerances specified for horizontal or vertical building lines or footings shall be constructed to permit encroachment
beyond the legal boundaries. Unless otherwise specified, the following tolerances will be permitted:
5.2.1 Tolerances for R.C. Buildings :
i) Variation from the plumb:
a) In the line and surfaces of columns, piers, walls and in buttresses: 5 mm. per 2.5 m., but not more than 25
mm.
b) For exposed corner columns and other conspicuous lines.
In any bay or 5 m. maximum:
In 10 m. or more:

(+/-) 5 mm.
(+/-) 10 mm.

ii) Variation from the level or from the grades indicated on the drawings.
a) In slab soffits, ceilings, beam soffits and in arrises.
In 2.5 m.:
In any bay or 5 m. maximum:
In 10 m. or more:

(+/-) 5 mm.
(+/-) 8 mm.
(+/-) 15 mm.

b) For exposed lintels, sills, parapets, horizontal grooves and other conspicuous lines.
In any bay or 5 m. maximum:
(+/-) 15 mm.
In 10 m or more:
(+/-) 10 mm.
iii) Variation of the linear building lines from established position in plan and related position of
columns, walls and partitions.
In any bay or 5 m. maximum:
(+/-) 10 mm.
In 10 m. or more:
(+/-) 20 mm.
iv) Variations in the sizes and locations of sleeves, openings in walls and floors except in the case of and for
anchor bolts:
(+/-) 5 mm.
v) Variation in cross-sectional dimensions of columns and beams and in the thickness of slabs and walls:
10 mm./(-) 5 mm.

(+)

vi) Footings:
a) Variation in dimensions in plan:

(+) 50 mm./(-) 5 mm.

b) Misplacement or eccentricity: 2% of footing within the direction of misplacement but not more than 50 mm.
c) Reduction in thickness: (-) 5% of specified thickness subject to maximum of 50 mm.
vii) Variation in steps.
a) In a flight of stairs.
Rise:
Tread:

(+/-) 3.0 mm.

(+/-) 5.0 mm.

b) In consecutive steps.
Rise:
Tread:

(+/-) 1.5 mm.

(+/-) 3 mm.

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5.2.2 Tolerances in other Concrete Structure :

A) All structures:
i) Variation of the constructed linear outline from established position in plan.
In 5 m.:
(+/-) 10 mm.
In 10 m. or more:
(+/-) 15 mm.
ii) Variation of dimensions to individual structure features from established positions in plan.
In 20 m. or more:
(+/-) 25 mm.
In buried constructions:
(+/-)150 mm.
iii) Variation from plumb, from specified batter or from curved surfaces of all structures.
In 2.5 m.:
(+/-) 10 mm.
In 5.0 m.:
(+/-) 15 mm.
In 10.0 m. or more:
(+/-) 25 mm.
In buried constructions:
(+/-) Twice the above limits.
iv) Variation from level or grade indicated on drawings in slabs, beams, soffits, horizontal grooves and
visible arises.
In 2.5 m.:
(+/-) 5 mm.
In 7.5 m. or more:
(+/-) 10 mm.
In buried constructions:
(+/-) Twice the above limits.
v) Variation in cross-sectional dimensions of columns, beams, buttresses, piers and similar members.
(+)12 mm./(-) 6 mm.
vi) Variation in the thickness of slabs, walls, arch sections and similar members.
: (+)12 mm./(-) 6 mm.
B) Footings for columns, piers, walls, buttresses and similar members:
i) Variation of dimensions in plan:
(+)50 mm./(-)12 mm.
ii) Misplacement or eccentricity: 2% of footing within the direction of misplacement but not more than 50 mm.
iii) Reduction in thickness: 5% of specified thickness subject to a maximum of 50 mm.
Tolerances in other types of structures shall
Recommended Practice for concrete form work (ACI 347)

generally conform to those given in Clause 2.4 of

5.3 TYPE OF FORMWORK :

Form work may be of timber, plywood, metal, plastic or concrete. For special finishes, the formwork may be
lined with plywood, steel sheets, oil tempered hard board etc. Sliding forms and slip forms may be used with the
approval of Engineer-in- Charge.
5.4 FORMWORK REQUIREMENTS :
Forms shall conform to the shapes, lines, grades and dimensions including camber of the concrete as called for
in the drawings. Ample studs, waler braces, straps, shores etc. shall be used to hold the forms in proper position
without any distortion whatsoever until the concrete has set sufficiently to permit removal of forms. Forms shall be
strong enough to permit the use of immersion vibrators. In special cases, from vibrators may also be used. The
shuttering shall be close boarded. Timber shall be well seasoned, free form sap, shakes, loose knots, worm holes,
warps or other surface defects in contact with concrete. Faces coming in contact with concrete shall be free from
adhering grout, plaster, paint, projecting nails, splits or other defects. Joints shall be sufficiently tight to prevent loss of
water and fine material from concrete.
Plywood shall be used for exposed concrete surfaces, where called for. Sawn and wrought timber may be used
for unexposed surfaces. Inside faces of forms for concrete surfaces which are to be rubbed finished shall be planed
to remove irregularities or unevenness in the face. Form work with lining will be permitted.
All new and used from lumber shall be maintained in a good condition with respect to shape, strength,
rigidity, water tightness, smoothness and cleanliness of surfaces. Form lumber unsatisfactory in any respect shall
not be used and if rejected by Engineer-in-Charge shall be removed from the site.
Shores supporting successive stories shall be placed directly over those below or be so designed and
placed that the load will be transmitted directly to them. Trussed supports shall be provided for shores that
cannot be secured on adequate foundation.
Formwork, during any stage of construction showing signs of distortion or distorted to such a degree that
the intended concrete work will not conform to the exact contours indicated on the drawings, shall be repositioned
and strengthened. Poured concrete affected by the faulty formwork, shall be entirely removed and the formwork
corrected prior to placing new concrete.
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Excessive construction camber to compensate for shrinkage settlement etc. that may impair the structural
strength of members will not be permitted.
Forms for substructure concrete may be omitted when, in the opinion of Engineer-in-Charge, the open
excavation is firm enough to act as the form. Such excavations shall be slightly larger than required by the drawings to
compensate for irregularities in excavation and to ensure the design requirement.
Forms shall be so designed and constructed that they can be stripped in the order required and their removal do
not damage the concrete. Face formwork shall provide true vertical and horizontal joints, conforming to the
architectural features of the structure as to location of joints and be as directed by Engineer-in-Charge.
Where exposed smooth or rubbed concrete finishes are required, the forms shall be constructed with special
care so that the desired concrete surfaces could be obtained which require a minimum finish.
BRACINGS, STRUTS AND PROPS :
Shuttering shall be braced, strutted, propped and so supported that it shall not deform under weight and
pressure of the concrete and also due to the movement of men and other materials. Bamboos shall not be used
as props or cross bracings.
The shuttering for beams and slabs shall be so erected that the shuttering on the sides of beams and under the
soffit of slab can be removed without disturbing the beam bottoms.
Repropping of beams shall not be done except when props have to be reinstated to take care of construction
loads anticipated to be in excess of the design load. Vertical props shall be supported on wedges or other
measures shall be taken whereby the props can be gently lowered vertically while striking the shuttering.
If the shuttering for a column is erected for the full height of the column, one side shall be left open and built
upon sections as placing of concrete proceeds, or windows may be left for pouring concrete from the sides to limit the
drop of concrete to 1.0 m. or as directed by Engineer-in-Charge.
5.5 INSPECTION OF FORM WORK :
Following points shall be borne in mind while checking during erection of form work and form work got approved
by the Engineer-in-charge before placing of reinforcement bars :
a) Any member which is to remain in position after the general dismantling is done, should be clearly marked.
b) Material used should be checked to ensure that, wrong items / rejects are not used.
c) If there are any excavations nearby which may influence the safety of form works, corrective and
strengthening action must be taken.
d) i) The bearing soil must be sound and well prepared and the sole plates shall bear well on the ground.
ii) Sole plates shall be properly seated on their bearing pads or sleepers.
iii) The bearing plates of steel props shall not be distorted.
iv) The steel parts on the bearing members shall have adequate bearing areas.
e)
Safety measures to prevent impact of traffic, scour due to water etc. should be taken. Adequate
precautionary measures shall be taken to prevent accidental impacts etc.
f) Bracing, struts and ties shall be installed along with the progress of form work to ensure strength and stability
of form work at intermediate stage. Steel sections (especially deep sections) shall be adequately restrained against
tilting, over turning and form work should be restrained against horizontal loads. All the securing devices and bracing
shall be tightened.
g) The stacked materials shall be placed as catered for, in the design.
h) When adjustable steel props are used, they should :
i) be undamaged and not visibly bent.
ii) have the steel pins provided by the manufacturers for use.
iii) be restrained laterally near each end.
iv) have means for centralising beams placed in the forkheads.
i) Screw adjustment of adjustable props shall not be over extended.
j) Double wedges shall be provided for adjustment of the form to the required position wherever any settlement /
elastic shortening of props occurs. Wedges should be used only at the bottom end of single prop. Wedges should not
be too steep and one of the pair should be tightended / clamped down after adjustment to prevent their shifting.
k) No member shall be eccentric upon vertical member.
l) The number of nuts and bolts shall be adequate.
m) All provisions of the design and / or drawings shall be complied with.
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o) Props shall be directly under one another in multistage constructions as far as possible.
p) Guy ropes or stays shall be tensioned properly.
q) There shall be adequate provision for the movement and operation of vibrators and other construction plant
and equipment.
r) Required camber shall be provided over long spans.
s) Supports shall be adequate, and in plumb within the specified tolerances.
5.6 FORM OIL :
Use of form oil shall not be permitted on the surface which require painting. If the contractor desire to use form
oil on the inside of formwork of the other concrete structures, a non staining mineral oil or other approved oil CEMOL35 of Ms. Hindustan Petroleum Co. Ltd. may be used, provided it is applied before placing reinforcing steel and
embedded parts. All excess oil on the form surfaces and any oil on metal or other parts to be embedded in the
concrete shall be carefully removed. Before treatment with oil, forms shall be thoroughly cleared of dried splatter of
concrete from placement of previous lift.
5.7 CHAMFERS AND FILLERS :
All corners and angles exposed in the finished structure shall be formed with mouldings to form chamfers or
fillers on the finished concrete. The standard dimensions of chamfers and fillets, unless otherwise specified,
shall be 20 x 20 mm. Care shall be exercised to ensure accurate mouldings. The diagonal face of the moulding
shall be planed or surfaced to the same texture as the forms to which it is attached.
5.8 VERTICAL CONSTRUCTION JOINT CHAMFERS :
Vertical construction joints on faces which will be exposed at the completion of the work shall be chamfered as
above except where not permitted by Engineer-in-Charge for structural or hydraulic reasons.
5.9 WALL TIES :
Wire ties passing through the walls, shall not be allowed. Also through bolts shall not be permitted. For fixing of
formwork, alternate arrangements such as coil nuts shall be adopted at the contractors cost.
5.10 REUSE OF FORMS :
Before reuse, all forms shall be thoroughly scraped, cleaned, nails removed, holes that may leak suitably
plugged and joints examined and when necessary repaired and the inside retreated to prevent adhesion, to the
satisfaction of Engineer-in-charge. Warped lumber shall be resized. Contractor shall equip himself with enough
shuttering to complete the job in the stipulated time.
5.11 REMOVAL OF FORMS :
Contractors shall record on the drawings or a special register, the date upon which the concrete is placed in
each part of the work and the date on which the shuttering is removed there from.
In no circumstances shall forms be struck until the concrete reaches a strength of the at least twice the stress
due to self weight and any construction erection loading to which the concrete may be subjected at the time of striking
formwork.
In normal circumstances (generally where temperatures are above 15 0C.) forms may be struck after expiry of
the following periods :
Stripping time:
Sl.No.

Type of form work

a)
b)

Vertical form work to columns, walls beams

Soffit form work to slabs
(Props to be refixed immediately after
removal of formwork)
Soffit form work to beams
(Props to be refixed immediately after
removal of formwork
Props to slabs:
1) Spanning up to 4.5 m
2) Spanning over 4.5 m
Props to beams and arches;
1) spanning up to 6 m
2) spanning over 6 m

c)

d)

e)

Minimum period
striking form work
16 24 h
3 days

before

7 days

7 days
14 days
14 days
21 days

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The number of props left under the sizes and the position shall be such as to able to safey carry the full dead
load of the slab, beam or arch., as the case may be together with any live load likely to occur during curing or further
constructions.
Where the shape of the element is such that the form work has the reentrant angles the form work shall be
removed as soon as possible. After the concrete has set, to avoid shrinkage cracking occurring due to the restraint
imposed.
Striking shall be done slowly with utmost care to avoid damage to arise and projection and without shock or
vibration, by gently easing the wedges. If after removing the formwork, it is found that timber has been embedded in
the concrete, it shall be removed and made good as specified earlier.
Reinforced temporary openings shall be provided, as directed by Engineer-in-Charge, to facilitate removal of
formwork which otherwise may be in-accessible.
Tie rods, clamps, form bolts etc. which must be entirely removed from walls or similar structures shall be
loosened not sooner than 24 hours nor later than 40 hours after concrete has been deposited. Ties, except those
required to hold forms in place, may be removed at the same time. Ties withdrawn from walls and grade beams
shall be pulled towards the inside face. Cutting ties back from the faces of walls and grade beams will not be
permitted. Work damaged due to premature or careless removal of forms shall be re-constructed at contractors cost.
5.12 MODE OF MEASUREMENT :
In case the items of concreting are inclusive of cost of form work, no separate measurements shall be taken
for form work. However, if the form work is to be paid separately and the item exists in the Schedule of Quantities
for various types of form work, the net area of exposed surface of concrete members as shown in drawings
coming in contact with form work shall be measured under item of formwork in square meters.
All temporary formwork such as bulk heads, stop boards provided at construction joints which are not
shown in the drawings shall not be measured.
No deductions shall be made for openings/ obstructions upto an area of 0.1 sqm. and nothing extra shall be
paid for forming such openings.
The rate shall include the cost of erecting, centering, shuttering materials, transport, deshuttering and
removal of materials from site and labour required for all such operations etc.
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6.

STEEL FOR CONCRETE REINFORCEMENT :

6.1 SCOPE OF MATERIAL:

The contractor shall make his own arrangement for procurement of Reinforcement steel bars and wires for use in
Reinforced Cement Concrete works. Unless otherwise specified in drawings / Schedule of quantities, the steel bars
shall be of High strength deformed steel bars and wires conforming to the IS 1786 (latest revision), in the following
strength grades:
a) Fe 415, Fe 415D;
b) Fe 500, Fe 500D;
c) Fe 550, Fe 550D; and
d) Fe 600.
Where Fe stands for specified minimum 0.2% proof / yield stress in N/mm2 and D stands for same specified
minimum 0.2% proof / yield stress but with enhanced specified minimum percentage elongation.
6.2 TERMINOLOGY:
Elongation: The increase in length of a tensile test piece under stress, expressed as a percentage of the original
gauge of a standard piece.
Longitudinal Rib -A uniform continuous protrusion, parallel to the axis of the bar/wire (before cold-working, if any).
Nominal Diameter or Size- The diameter of a plain round bar/wire having the same mass per metre length as the
deformed bar/wire.
Nominal Mass -The mass of the bar/wire of nominal diameter and of density 0.00785 kg/cumm per meter.
Nominal Perimeter - 3.14 times the nominal diameter of a deformed bar/Wire.
Percent Proof Stress -The stress at which a non-proportional elongation equal to 0.2% of the original gauge length
takes place.
Uniform elongation - The elongation corresponding to the maximum load reached in a tensile test (also termed as
percentage total elongation at maximum force).
Tensile Strength - The maximum load reached in a tensile test divided by the effective cross-sectional area of the
gauge length portion of the test piece (also termed as ultirnate tensile stress).
Transverse Rib - Any rib on the surface of a bar/wire other than a longitudinal rib.
Yield Stress - Stress (that is, load per unit cross sectional area) at which elongation first occurs in the test piece
without increasing the load during the tensile test. In the case of steels with no such definite yield point, proof stress
shall be applicable.
The high strength deformed steel bars and wires for concrete reinforcement shall be hot rolled steel without
subsequent treatment or hot rolled steel with controlled cooling and tempering and cold worked steel, and reinforcing
bars and wires which may be subsequently coated.
Steel bars shall be supplied from M/s. Steel Authority of India Ltd. (SAIL) or M/s. TATA Steel (TISCO) or M/s.
Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Ltd (RINL) or M/s. Indian Iron & Steel Co. (IISCO) Ltd., from their own plants rolled from virgin
material, and shall be procured directly or from their authorised dealers and not from re-rollers or conversion agents.
The contractor shall supply copy of Documentary evidence of purchase of steel from the specified manufacturers.

6.3 TESTS:
The contractor shall submit the test certificate of manufacturer. Regular tests on steel supplied by the contractor shall
be performed by the contractor at the approved lab, in presence of the Departmental Engineers as per relevant Indian
Standards. Engineer-in-charge may require Contractor to perform necessary tests of samples at random as per
relevant B.I.S. All cost of such tests and incidentals to such tests shall be borne by the Contractor. The quality, grade,
colour coding embossing marks etc. all shall be to the entire satisfaction of the Engineer-in-Charge. Steel not
conforming to above test criteria shall be rejected.
The Chemical, Physical & Mechanical properties of the steel reinforcement bars shall be as per IS 1786. Unless
otherwise specified, Selection and Preparation of Test Sample shall be as per the requirements of IS 2062.
All test pieces shall be selected either from the cuttings of bars / wires; or from any bar/wire after it has been cut to the
required or specified size and the test piece taken from any part of it. In neither case, the test piece shall be detached
from the bar/wire except in the presence of the EIC or his authorized representative.
The test pieces shall be full sections of the bars/wires and shall be subjected to physical tests without any further
modifications. No reduction in size by machining or otherwise shall be permissible, except in case of bars of size 28
mm and above. No test piece shall be annealed or otherwise subjected to heat treatment. Any straightening which a
test piece may require shall be done cold.

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For the purpose of carrying out tests for tensile strength, proof stress, percentage elongation and percentage
elongation at maximum force for bars 28 mm in diameter and above, deformations of the bars only may be machined.
For such bars, the physical properties shall be calculated using the actual area obtained after machining. The
following IS codes shall be referred for test methods:
SN

Title

IS No

ISO No.

Mechanical testing of metals -Tensile testing

1608

6892

ii

Methods for bend test

1599 7438 & 1786

15630-1

iii

Method for re-bend test for metallic wires & bars

1786

15630-1

THE PROPERTIES AS PER IS 1786 2008 ARE REPRODUCED BELOW:

Chemical Composition of the bars shall conform to the following requirement:
Maximum Permissible Percent

Constituents

Permissible
max.
Variation

Fe 415

Fe 415D

Fe 500

Fe 500D

Fe 550

Fe 550D

Fe 600

Carbon

0.300

0.250

0.300

0.250

0.300

0.250

0.300

0.020%

Sulphur

0.060

0.045

0.055

0.040

0.055

0.040

0.040

0.005%

Phosphorus

0.060

0.045

0.055

0.040

0.050

0.040

0.040

0.005%

Sulphur &
Phosphorus

0.110

0.085

0.105

0.075

0.100

0.075

0.075

0.010%

Notes:

i)

For welding of deformed bars, the recommendations of IS 9417 shall be followed.

ii)

In case of deviations from the specified maximum, two additional test samples shall be taken from the
same batch and subjected to the test or tests in which the original sample failed. Should both additional
test samples pass the test, the batch from which they were taken shall be deemed to comply with this
standard. Should either of them fail, the batch shall be deemed not to comply with this standard
Mechanical Properties of High Strength Deformed Bars and Wires

Sl.
No.
1
i

ii

iii

iv

Property
2
0.2 percent proof
stress / yield stress,
Min, N/mm2
Elongation, percent,
Min. on gauge length
5.65 A, where A is
the Cross sectional
area of the test piece
Tensile strength, Min

Maximum Permissible Percent

Fe 415

Fe 415D

Fe 500

Fe 500D

415.0

415.0

500.0

550.0

550.0

600.0

14.5

18.0

12.0

16.0

10.0

14.5

10.0

10% more
than the
actual 0.2%
proof
stress/yield
stress but
not less
than 485.0
N/mm2

12% more
than the
actual 0.2%
proof
stress/yield
stress but
not less
than 500.0
N/mm2

8% more
than the
actual
0.2%
proof
stress/yiel
d stress
but not
less than
545.0
N/mm2
-

10% more
than the
actual 0.2%
proof
stress/yield
stress but
not less
than 565.0
N/mm2

6% more
than the
actual
0.2%
proof
stress/yiel
d stress
but not
less than
585.0
N/mm2
-

8% more
than the
actual
0.2% proof
stress/yield
stress but
not less
than 600.0
N/mm2

Total elongation at maximum

force, percent, Min of gauge
length 5.65 A, where A is
the cross sectional area of
the test piece

Fe 550 Fe 550D

Fe 600

6% more
than the
actual
0.2%
proof
stress/yiel
d stress
but not
less than
660.0
N/mm2
-

Note: To satisfy Clause 26 of IS 456 -2000, no mixing of different types of grades of bars shall be allowed in the
same structural members as main reinforcement, without prior written approval of the Engineer-in-Charge.

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6.4 STACKING & STORAGE :

Steel for reinforcement shall be stored in such a way as to prevent distorting and corrosion. The steel for
reinforcement shall not be kept in direct contact with ground. Fresh / Fabricated reinforcement shall be carefully stored
to prevent damage, distortion, corrosion and deteriorations. Care shall be taken to protect steel from exposure to
saline atmosphere during storage, fabrication and use. It may be achieved by treating the surface of reinforcement
with cement wash or by suitable methods. Bars of different classifications, sizes and lengths shall be stored separately
to facilitate issue in such sizes and lengths to cause minimum wastage in cutting from standard length.
6.5 QUALITY :
Steel not conforming to specifications shall be rejected. All reinforcement shall be clean, free from grease, oil, paint,
dirt, loose mill, scale, loose rust, dust, bituminous material or any other substances that will destroy or reduce the
bond. All rods shall be thoroughly cleaned before being fabricated. Pitted and defective rods shall not be used. All
bars shall be rigidly held in position before concreting. No welding of rods to obtain continuity shall be allowed unless
approved by the Engineer-in-Charge. If welding is approved, the work shall be carried as per I.S. 2751, according to
best modern practices and as directed by the Engineer-in-Charge. In all cases of important connections, tests shall be
made to prove that the joints are of the full strength of bars welded. Substitution of reinforcement will not be permitted
except upon written approval from Engineer-in-charge.
6.6 NOMINAL SIZES
The nominal sizes of bars/wires shall be 4mrn, 5mrn, 6mrn, 8mrn, 10mrn, 12mrn, 16mrn, 20mrn, 25 mm, 28mrn, 32mrn,
36mrn, 40 mm. (Other sizes viz. 7mrn, 18mrn, 22 mm, 45 mm and 50 mm may be procured on specific stipulations).
6.7 NOMINAL MASS
For the purpose of checking the nominal mass, the density of steel shall be taken as 0.00785 kg/mm3 of the crosssectional area per metre. Unless otherwise specified, the tolerances on nominal mass shall be as per following Table.
Tolerances on Nominal Mass
SN

1
i)

Nominal Size in mm

2
Up to and including 10

Tolerance on the nominal mass in Percent

Batch

Individual
sample

Individual sample
for coils only

3
7

4
-8

5
8

ii)

Over 10 up to and including 16

-6

iii)

Over 16

-4

6.8 LAPS :
Laps and splices for reinforcement shall be shown on the drawings. Splices in adjacent bars shall be staggered and
the locations of all splices, except those specified on the drawings, shall be approved by the Engineer-in-Charge. The
bars shall not be lapped unless the length required exceeds the maximum available lengths of bars at site.
6.9 BENDING :
All bars shall be accurately bent according to the sizes and shapes shown on the detailed working drawing / bar
bending schedules. They shall be bent gradually by machine or other approved means. Reinforcing bars shall not be
straightened and re-bent in a manner that will injure the materials. Bars containing cracks or splits shall
be rejected. They shall be bent cold, except bars of over 25 mm. in diameter which may be bent hot if specifically
approved by the Engineer-in-Charge. Bars that depend for their strength on cold working shall not be bent hot. Bars
0
bent hot shall not be heated beyond cherry red colour (not exceeding 645 C) and after bending shall be allowed to
cool slowly with out quenching. Bars incorrectly bent shall be used only after straightening and re-bending be such as
shall not, in the opinion of the Engineer-in-Charge, injure the material. No reinforcement bar shall be bent when in
position in the work without approval, whether or not it is partially embedded in hardened concrete. Bars having kinks
or bends other than those required by design shall not be used.
BENDING AT CONSTRUCTION JOINTS :
Where reinforcement bars are bent aside at construction joints and afterwards bent back into their original position,
care should be taken to ensure that at no time the radius of the bend is less than 4 bar diameters for plain mild steel or
6 bar diameters for deformed bars. Care shall also be taken when bending back bars to ensure that the concrete
around the bar is not damaged.

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6.10 FIXING / PLACING AND TOLERANCE ON PLACING :

Reinforcement shall be accurately fixed by any approved means maintained in the correct position as shown in the
drawings by the use of blocks, spacers and chairs as per I.S. 2502 to prevent displacement during placing and
compaction of concrete. Bars intended to be in contact at crossing point shall be securely bound together at all such
points with number 16 gauge annealed soft iron wire. The vertical distances required between successive layers of
bars in beams or similar members shall be maintained by the provision of spacer bars at such intervals that the
main bars do not perceptibly sag between adjacent spacer bars.
TOLERANCE ON PLACING OF REINFORCEMENT :
Unless otherwise specified, reinforcement shall be placed within the following tolerances :
Tolerance in spacing
+ /- 10 mm
+ /- 15 mm

a) For effective depth, 200 mm or less

b) For effective depth, more than 200 mm
6.11 COVER TO REINFORCEMENT :

Nominal cover is the design depth of concrete cover to all steel reinforcements, including links. It is the dimension
used in design and indicated in the drawings. It shall be not less than the diameter of the bar. Unless otherwise
specified, cover to reinforcement shall be provided generally as per guidelines of IS 456.
Nominal cover to meet durability requirement:
Minimum values for the nominal cover of normal weight aggregate concrete which should be provided to all
reinforcement, including links depending on the condition of exposure described in 4.4 above and as per (nominal
cover to meet durability requirements).
However for a longitudinal reinforcing bar in a column nominal cover shall in any case not be less than 40 mm or less
than the diameter of such bar. In the case of columns of minimum dimension of 200 mm or under, whose reinforcing
bar do not exceed 12 mm , a nominal cover of 25 mm may be used.
For footings minimum cover shall be 50 mm.
Nominal cover to meet specified period of fire resistance
Minimum values of nominal cover of normal-weight aggregate concrete to be provided to all reinforcement including
links to meet specified period of the resistance as per the tables given under clause 4.4.1 of this specifications.
The cover shall in no case be reduced by more than one third of specified cover or 5 mm whichever is less.
Unless indicated otherwise on the drawings, clear concrete cover for reinforcement (exclusive of plaster or other
decorative finish shall be as follows:
a) At each end of reinforcing bar not less than 25mm., nor less than twice the diameter of such, bar.
b) For a longitudinal reinforcing bar not less than 25 mm., nor more than 40 mm., nor less than the diameter of
such bar. In the case of column of maximum dimensions of 200 mm. or under, whose reinforcing bars do not exceed
12 mm., a cover of 25 mm. may be used.
c) For longitudinal reinforcing bar in a beam, not less than 25mm., nor less than diameter of such bar.
d) For tensile, compressive, shear, or other reinforcement in a slab, not less than 25 mm, nor less than the
diameter of such bar, and
e) For any other reinforcement not less than 15 mm., nor less than the diameter of such bar.
f) Increased cover thickness may be provided when surfaces of concrete members are exposed to the
action of harmful chemicals (as in the case of concrete in contact with earth faces contaminated with such
chemicals), acid, vapour, saline atmosphere, sulphurous smoke (as in the case of steam-operated railways) etc.
and such increase of cover may be between 15 mm. and 50 mm. beyond the figures given in (a to e) above as may
be specified by the Engineer-in-Charge.
g) For reinforced concrete members, totally immersed in sea water, the cover shall be 40 mm. more than
specified (a to e) above.
h) For reinforced concrete members, periodically immersed in sea water or subject to sea spray, the cover of
concrete shall be 50 mm. more than that specified (a to e) above.
i) For concrete of grade M 25 and above, the additional thickness of cover specified in (f), (g) and (h) above may
be reduced to half. In all such cases the cover should not exceed 75 mm.

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j) Protection to reinforcement in case of concrete exposed to harmful surroundings may also be given by providing
dense impermeable concrete with approved protective coating, as specified on the drawings. In such case the extra
cover, mentioned in (h) and (i) above, may be reduced by the Engineer-in-Charge, to those shown on the drawing.
k) The correct cover shall be maintained by cement mortar briquettes or other approved means. Reinforcement
for footings, grade beams and slabs on subgrade shall be supported on precast concrete blocks as approved by the
Engineer-in-Charge. The use of pebbles or stones shall not be permitted.
l) The minimum clear distance between reinforcing bars shall be in accordance with I.S. 456 or as shown in
drawing.
6.12 THE BARS SHALL BE KEPT IN CORRECT POSITION BY THE FOLLOWING METHODS.
a) In case of beam and slab construction precast cover blocks in cement mortar 1:2 (1 cement : 2 coarse sand )
about 4 x 4 cm section and of thickness equal to the specified cover shall be placed between the bars and shuttering,
so as to secure and maintain the requisite cover of concrete over reinforcement.
b) In case of cantilevered and doubly reinforced beams or slabs, the vertical distance between the horizontal
bars shall be maintained by introducing chairs, spacers or support bars of steel at 1.0 metre or at shorter spacing to
avoid sagging.
c) In case of columns and walls, the vertical bars shall be kept in position by means of timber templates with
slots accurately cut in them; or with block of cement mortar 1:2 (1 cement : 2 coarse sand) of required size suitably
tied to the reinforcement to ensure that they are in correct position during concreting.
d) In case of other R.C.C. structure such as arches, domes, shells, storage tanks etc. a combination of cover
blocks, spacers and templates shall be used as directed by Engineer-in-Charge.
6.13 INSPECTION :
Erected and secured reinforcement shall be inspected and approved by Engineer-in-Charge prior to placement of
concrete.
6.14 MODE OF MEASUREMENT FOR REINFORCEMENT FOR R.C.C. WORKS :
Reinforcement as detailed in schedule of quantities shall be measured for payment lineally as per the cutting length
nearest to a centimetre shown in bar bending schedule submitted by the contractor and approved by the Engineer-inCharge and weight calculated based on the standard weights as per I.S.1786, as indicated in the following table:
Nominal size in mm

10

12

16

18

Cross Sectional area in mm .

28.30

38.50

50.30

78.60

113.10

201.20

254. 60

314.30

Mass / Weight in Kg / RM

0.222

0.302

0.395

0.617

0.888

1.580

2 .000

2 .47

Nominal size in mm

22

25

28

32

36

40

45

50

380.30

491.10

614.00

804.60

1018.30

1257.20

1591.10

1964.30

2 .980

3.850

4.830

6.310

7.990

9.850

12.500

15.420

Cross Sectional area in mm

Mass / Weight in Kg / RM

20

No allowance shall be made/ be measured in the weight for rolling margin. If weight of bar(s) found to be more than
the standard weights, the measurement / payment shall be restricted to the standard weights as above. However, if
weight of bar(s) found to be less than the standard weights (but within the permissible limit), the measurements /
payment for the same shall be as per standard weights.
Only authorised laps shall be measured. The cost of steel used by the contractor in the reinforcement of beams,
slabs and columns etc. will be paid as per the rate of reinforcement only upto the extent shown in the drawings. As
far as possible laps in bars shall be avoided. Any laps and hooks provided by the contractor other than authorised as
per approved bar bending schedule will be considered to have been provided by the contractor for his own convenience
and shall not be measured for payment. Pins, chairs, spacers shall be provided by the contractor wherever required
as per drawing and bar bending schedule and as directed by the Engineer-in-Charge and shall be measured for
payment. Fan hooks as required shall be provided by the contractor under this item and shall be measured for payment.
The rate shall include the cost of all materials and labour required for all above operations including transport,
wastage, straightening, cutting, bending, binding and the binding wire required.
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7. PILE FOUNDATION
(TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR BORED CAST-IN-SITU R.C.C. PILES)

7.1. SCOPE : This specification covers the design and construction of load bearing concrete bored cast-in-situ
piles of appropriate diameter which can transmit the load of the structure to the soil by both resistance developed at
the tip by end bearing and along the surface of the pile shaft by friction.
This specification also covers the design and construction of R.C.C. pile caps and plinth beams appropriate
for the piles offered and structure to be supported.
Tenderer shall be responsible for the construction of the entire pile foundation system as proposed by the
Department in its tender drawing and schedule and shall guarantee the stability of the pile foundation system offered
against the risks of settlement and other type of damage to the structure.
The Tenderer shall submit his offer as per Departments schedule of work, specifications and drawings.

7.2. EQUIPMENT & ACCESSORIES : The equipment and accessories shall depend on the type of bored
cast-in-situ piles chosen for the job and shall be selected giving due consideration to the sub-soil strata, ground water
conditions, type of founding materials and the required penetration, manner of operation etc. For Bored cast-in-situ
piles percussion boring by suitable drilling rigs using direct mud circulation (DMC) methods is to be adopted and the
size of the cutting tool shall not be less than the diameter of the pile by more than 75mm Bentonite shall be used as
drilling mud and its basic properties shall conform to Appendix - `A of I.S. 2911 (Part-I/Section-2) 1987. Tremie shall
be used for placing concrete into the bore holes.

7.3. GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS : The construction of pile foundation shall be in such a way that the load
from the structure it supports, can be transmitted to the soil without causing any soil failure & without causing such
settlement, differential or total under permanent transient loading as may result in structural damage and/or functional
distress to the buildings.
When working near the existing structures, any damage to such structures shall be made good at no extra cost to
the Department. The contractor shall, therefore, take adequate care to avoid any damage to the existing structures.
In case of deep excavations adjacent to piles proper shoring or other suitable arrangement shall be done at
no extra cost to the Department to guard against the lateral movement of soil or releasing the confining soil stress.
As per loading details, piles will be required to withstand vertical load axial or otherwise and horizontal load
associated with moments. Axial load from a pile should be transmitted to the soil through skin friction along the shaft
and end-bearing at its tip. A horizontal load shall be transmitted to the sub-soil by horizontal sub-grade reaction
generated in the upper part of the pile shaft.
Coarse Aggregate, Fine Aggregate & Water:
Coarse aggregate fine aggregate and water shall conforming to IS 456 (L.R) and I.S 383 (L.R)
Concrete : Concrete to be used for the pile shaft shall be M 20. Materials and method of manufacture for
cement concrete shall, in general, be in accordance with the method of concrete under the condition of pile installation.
Consistency of concrete mix for cast-in-situ piles shall be suitable to the method of installation of piles. Concrete mix
shall be so designed as to have a homogeneous mix having a flowable character consistent with the method of
concreting of pile. The slump of concrete shall range between 100 to 180 mm depending on the method/manner of
concreting. Minimum cement content shall be 400 kg per cubic metre. In case of piles where concreting is done
under water or drilling mud using methods other than tremie 10% extra cement over that required for the design grade
of concrete at specified slump shall be used subject to a minimum quantities of cement specified above. Cost of
excess cement over the minimum quantity specified shall be borne by the contractor. For mix design, manufacture,
placing etc. specification for cement concrete given hereinafter shall be referred.

7.4. WORKMANSHIP :
a) Control of piling installation: Bored cast-in-situ piles shall be installed by employing suitable drilling rigs
using a combination of bailer and a suitable chisel with DMC method. Bore hole shall be stabilised by bentonite as
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b) Control of Alignment :
Piles shall be installed as accurately as possible as per the designs and
drawings. Greater care should be exercised in respect of installation of single pile or piles in two pile groups. The
piles shall be installed vertically with tolerance as stipulated by I.S 2911 (Part-I/Section-2) (Latest revision). Piles shall
not deviate more than 75mm or D/6 whichever is less in case of piles having diameter less than 600mm, 75 mm or
D/10 whichever is more in the case of piles having diameters more than 600mm from their designed positions at the
working level. In the case of a single pile in a column, positional tolerance should not be more than 50mm or D/6
which ever is less (100 mm in case of piles having diameter more than 600 mm). In case of piles deviating beyond
these limits, contractor shall carry out necessary remedial measures duly approved by the Department at no extra
cost. Piles that are deviated to such an extent that the resulting eccentricity cannot be taken care of by a redesign of
the pile cap or plinth beams, the piles should be re-placed or supplemented by one or more additional piles at no extra
cost to the Department.
A minimum length of two/three metres of temporary guide casing upto piling platform shall be inserted in each
bored pile after completion of bailer driving. Additional length or temporary casing may be used depending on the
condition of the strata, ground water level etc.
c) Founding Level : The bore hole shall be advanced by chisel and direct mud circulation method after
installation of guide casing till the required founding level is reached. The founding level shall be as per the drawings
and as directed by the Engineer-in-Charge.
In case, drilling mud within the hole stabilizes a bored pile, the bottom of the hole shall be cleaned very carefully
before concreting work is taken up. The cleaning of the hole shall be ensured by careful operation of boring tool and/or
flushing of the drilling mud through the bottom of the hole by tremie for half an hour minimum.
In case, a hole is bored by use of drilling mud, the specific gravity of the mud suspension near about the
bottom of the hole shall, wherever practicable, be determined by suitable, slurry sampler and recorded. Consistency of the
drilling mud suspension shall be controlled throughout the boring as well as concreting operations in order to keep the hole
stabilized as well as to avoid concrete getting mixed up with the thicker suspension of the mud. The concreting operations
should not be taken up when the specific gravity of bentonite slurry is more than 1.2.
In addition to the normal precautions to be taken in tremie concreting, the following requirements shall be
applicable to the use of tremie concrete in piles:
i) The concrete should be coherent, rich in cement (not less than 400 kg/cum) & of slump not less than 150mm.
ii) When concreting is carried out under water, a temporary casing should be installed to the full depth of the
bore hole or 2 to 3 M into the top stratum, so that fragments of ground cannot drop from the sides of the hole into the
concrete as it is placed.
iii) The hopper & tremie should be a closed system embedded in the placed concrete, through which water cant pass.
iv) The first charge of concrete should be placed with a sliding plug pushed down the tube ahead of it or with a
steel plate of adequate charge to prevent mixing of concrete and water. However, the plug should not be left in the
concrete as a lump.
v) The tremie pipe should always penetrate well into the concrete with an adequate margin of safety against
accidental withdrawal of the pipe is surged to discharge the concrete.
vi) The pile should be concreted wholly by tremie and the method of deposition should not be changed part
way up the pile, to prevent the laitance from being entrapped within the piles.
vii) All tremie tubes should be scrupulously cleaned after use.
Normally concreting of the piles should be uninterrupted. In the exceptional case of interruption of concreting, but
which can be resumed within 1 or 2 hours, the tremie shall not be taken out of the concrete. Instead it shall be raised and
lowered slowly, from time to time to prevent the concrete around the tremie from setting. Concreting should be resumed by
introducing a little richer concrete with a slump of about 200 mm for easy displacement of the partly set concrete.
If the concreting cannot be resumed before final set of concrete already placed, the pile so cast may be rejected.
In case of withdrawal of tremie out of the concrete either accidentally or to remove a choke in the tremie, the
tremie may be reintroduced in the following manner to prevent impregnation of laitance or scum lying on the top of the
concrete already deposited in the bore.
The tremie shall be gently lowered on to the old concrete with very little penetration initially. A vermiculite plug
should be introduced in the tremie. Fresh concrete of slump between 150mm and 175 mm should be filled in the
tremie, which will push the plug forward and will emerge out of the tremie displacing the laitance/scum. The tremie will
be pushed further in steps making fresh concrete sweep away laitance/scum in its way. When tremie is buried by
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During installation bored cast-in-situ piles, the convenience of installation may be taken into account while
determining the sequence of piling in a group.
The top of concrete in a pile shall generally be brought above the cut-off level, upto ground level to permit
removal of all laitance and weak concrete before capping and to ensure good concrete at the cut-off level for proper
embedment into the pile cap. When concrete is placed by tremie method, concrete shall be cast to the piling platform
level at ground level to permit overflow of concrete for visual inspection.
d) Defective Pile : In case defective piles are formed, they shall be removed or left in place whichever is
convenient without affecting, performance of the adjacent piles or the cap as a whole without any extra cost to the
Department. Additional piles shall be provided to replace them as directed.
Any deviation from the designed location alignment or load capacity of any pile shall be noted and adequate
measures taken well before the concreting of the pile cap and plinth beam if the deviations are beyond the permissible
limit.
During chipping of the pile top manual chipping maybe permitted after three days of pile casting, pneumatic
tools for chipping shall not be used before seven days after pile casting.
After concreting the actual quantity of concrete shall be compared with the average obtained from
observations actually made in the case of a few piles initially cast. If the actual quantity is found to be considerably
less, special investigations shall be conducted and appropriate measures taken.
7.5. ROUTINE LOAD TEST : The contractor shall be required to carry out routine load tests as directed by the
Engineer-in-charge on an individual pile or on a group of piles or on both. The routine load tests shall be carried out
generally as per IS 2911 (Part-IV) 1985. Report on routine load tests shall be submitted in an approved format for
Departments approval at no extra cost. In case the tests on the routine piles reveal safe capacity less than specified,
the contractor shall, at his own cost, provide suitable modifications to the pile or other remedial measures after
obtaining approval of the Engineer-in-Charge. In case of an unsatisfactory results being revealed on any routine tests
it shall be the contractors responsibility to carry out additional routine tests, at his own cost till the criteria laid down
are fulfilled.
Rate for routine load test shall be inclusive of providing kentledges, making other arrangements for the test
loading platforms, providing tools and plants, equipments like hydraulic jack, dial gauges etc. other measuring
instruments and all labour involved in carrying out tests. Cost of pile shall, however, be paid for by the Department at
the rates accepted in the tender since the piles are working piles.
7.6. MODE OF MEASUREMENT OF PILES : The piles shall be measured in running metres from the pile cutoff level to the founding level. The rates quoted for piling work shall include the cost of concrete, hire charges of tools
and plants, bailing out of water, breaking of pile heads to required level and shape, breaking, cutting through and
removing the boulders or any other obstructions, if met with before reaching the required founding level etc.
completed.
7.7. GUARANTEE FOR THE PILE FOUNDATION SYSTEM : The contractor shall guarantee the stability of
the pile foundation system and shall indemnify the department against risks of settlement and against all damages
caused to building erected on the pile foundation system for a period of 5(five) years from the certified date of
completion. Certificate of completion shall be issued by the Engineer-in-Charge after the satisfactory completion of
the job.

NOTE: Proforma for guarantee to be executed by contractors for stability of pile foundation system against risk of settlement &
other type of distress to the building(s) is attached in this book as Appendix D.

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8. READY MIX CONCRETE :

(SPECIFICATIONS FOR READY MIXED CONCRETE, CONFORMING TO IS 4926)

8.1. Ready mix Concrete shall conform to latest revision of IS : 4926 following are the requirement for supply of R.M.C
8.1. 1 Concrete delivered at site shall be in a plastic condition and requiring no further treatment before being
placed in the position in which it is to set and harden
8.1.2 The process of continuing the mixing of concrete at a reduced speed during transportation to prevent
segregation.
8.1.3

Truck mounted equipment designed to agitate concrete during transportation to the site of delivery.

8.1.4
Concrete produced by completely mixing cement, aggregates, admixtures if any and water at a
stationary central mixing plant and delivered in containers fitted with agitating devices. The concrete may also be
transported without being agitated as a special case and as requested.
8.1.5 Concrete produced by placing cement, aggregates and admixtures, if any other than those to be added
with mixing water, in a truck mixer at the batching plant , the addition of water and admixtures to be added along with
mixing water, and the mixing being carried out entirely in the truck mixer either during the journey or on arrival at the
site of delivery. No water shall be added to the aggregate and cement until the mixing of concrete commences.

8.2.

MATERIALS :

8.2.1 The cement used shall be of specified grade ordinary Portland cement or low heat Portland cement
conforming to IS: 269 or Portland slag cement conforming to IS: 455 or Portland-pozzolana cement conforming to IS:
1489 or rapid hardening. Portland cement conforming to IS: 8041 as may be specified at the time of placing the order.
If the type is not specified, ordinary Portland cement shall be used.
8.2.2 Fly ash when used for partial replacement of cement, shall conform to the requirements of IS-3812 (Part
I) and as specified by the users.
8.2.3 The aggregate shall conform to IS: 383. Fly ash when used as fine aggregate shall conform to the
requirements of IS 3812 (Part - II).
2.4 Water used for concrete shall conform to the requirement of IS 456-2000.
8.2.5 The admixtures shall conform to the requirements of IS : 456-2000 and their nature, quantities and
methods of use shall also be specified. Fly ash when used as an admixture for concrete shall conform to IS : 3812
(Part II) 1981. However, partial replacement of cement by fly ash shall not be more than 15% of designed
requirement.
In case if fly ash is used more than 15%, the same shall be guided under table 5.1 of the IS, and in which case
specific care shall be taken in terms of curing, protecting, repairing, finishing, de-shuttering etc. as detailed in the
Chapter FLY ASH CONCRETE, here in after.
8.3. SUPPLY :
The ready-mixed concrete shall be manufactured and supplied on either of the following basis :
i) Specified strength based on 28-day compressive strength of 15 -cm cubes tested in accordance with IS :
456-2000.
ii) Specified mix proportion.
NOTE : Under special circumstances and as specified the strength of concrete in (a) above may be based on
28-day or 7-day flexural strength of concrete instead of compressive strength of 15-cm cube tested in accordance with
IS : 456-2000.
8.3.1 When the concrete is manufactured and supplied on the basis of specified strength, the responsibility for
the design of mix shall be that of the manufacturer and the concrete shall conform to the requirements specified.
8.3.2 When the concrete is manufactured and supplied on the basis of specified mix proportions, the
responsibility for the design of the mix shall be that of the purchaser and the concrete shall conform to the
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8.4.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

8.4.1 When a truck mixer or agitator is used for mixing or transportation concrete, no water from the truck-water
system or from elsewhere shall added after the initial introduction of the mixing water for the batch, when no arrival at
the site of the work, the slump of the concrete is less that specified, such additional water to bring the slump within
limits shall be injected into the mixer under such pressure and direct flow that the requirements for uniformity
specified.
8.4.2 Unless otherwise specified when a truck or agitator is used for transporting concrete, the concrete shall
be delivered to the site of the work and discharge shall be complete within 1 hour (when the prevailing atmospheric
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temperature above 20 C) and within 2 hours (when the prevailing atmosphere temperature is at or below 20 C) of
adding the mixing water to the mix of cement and aggregate or adding the cement to the aggregate which ever is
earlier.
8.4.3 The temperature of the concrete at the place and time of delivery shall be not less than 50C. Unless
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otherwise required by the purchaser, the concrete shall be delivered when the site temperature is less than 2.5 C.
8.4.4 Adequate facilities shall be provided by the manufacturer/supplier to inspect the materials used the
process of manufacture and methods of delivery of concrete. He shall also provide adequate facilities to take samples
of the materials used.
8.4.5 The tests for consistency or workable shall be carried out in accordance with requirements of IS 1199 by
such other method as may be agreed to between the purchaser and manufacturer.
8.4.6 The sampling and testing of concrete shall be done in accordance with the relevant requirements of IS
456, IS 1199 and IS 516.
8.4.7 The compressive strength and flexural strength tests shall be carried out in accordance with the
requirement of IS: 516 and the acceptance criteria for concrete whether supplied on the basis of specified strength or
on the basis of mix proportion, shall conform to the requirements and other related requirements of IS: 456 -2000.
8.4.8 The testing shall be carried out in accordance with the requirements and the cost shall be borne by the
Contractor.
8.4.9 The manufacturer shall keep batch records of the quantities by mass all the solid materials, of the total
amount of water used in mixing and of the results of all tests. If required insisted, the manufacturer shall furnish
certificates, at agreed intervals, giving this information.
8.4.10 Mode of measurement for ready mixed concrete (RMC) will be the same as mode of measurement for
concrete work already mentioned at page No. 42 & 43 of clause 4.40. However, consumption of RMC shall be
maintained at site. Wastage, spillover, wastage due to pump blockage etc. shall not be considered for payment.

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9. FLY ASH CONCRETE

NOTES:
a) The fly ash should have consistent quality satisfying the requirements of Grade-1 FA of IS 3812 and Class-F of
ASTM C-618.
b) The source of fly ash should be so selected that test results of fly ash samples collected from these sources
during last one year at frequency of maximum one month interval should satisfy the requirements of above codes.
c) The characterization of fly ash which will be used should be done as per above two codes for each batch of fly ash.
d) The fly ash should be stored in bins at the plant.
e) All concrete should be manufactured at RMC plant.
f)

The mix proportion should be approved by competent authority. The information to be supplied for approval would
be identified by the competent authority.

g) Any change in mix proportion, after approval, should be concurred by appropriate authority.
h) Samples to be taken, at each time of casting, for 7 days and 28 days.
i)

All ingredients of concrete should satisfy the requirements of relevant IS codes and specifications.

9.1.0

Curing, Protecting, Repairing and Finishing

9.1.1 Curing: All concrete shall be cured by keeping it continuously damp for the period of time required for complete
hydration and hardening to take place. Preference shall be given to the use of continuous sprays or ponded water,
continuously saturated covering of sacking, canvas, hessain or other absorbent materials, or approved effective curing
compounds applied with spraying equipment capable of producing a smooth, even textured coat. Extra precautions
shall be exercised in curing concrete during cold and hot weather as outlined hereinafter the quality of curing water
shall be the same as that used for mixing concrete.
Certain types of finish or preparation for overlaying concrete must be done at certain stages of curing process and
special treatment may be required for specific concrete surface finish.
Curing of concrete made of high alumina cement and super sulphated cement shall be carried out as directed by
Engineer-in-charge.
9.1.2 Curing of concrete with low water binder ratios having partial replacement of cement by pozzolanic materials.
9.1.3 The structural elements with concrete having water binder ratio less than or equal to 0.4 or partial replacement
of cement by pozzolanic materials (5% or above replacement by silica fume or high reactivity metakaoline, or
15% or above by fly ash) shall be cured in two stages, initial curing and final curing.
i) The initial curing should be started not later than 3 hours or initial setting time, whichever is lower, after
placement of concrete. The concrete surface exposed to environment should be covered by plastic sheet or
other type of impermeable covers. The initial curing should be continued upto a minimum period of 12 hours
or 2 hours plus final setting time of concrete, whichever is higher.
ii) Final curing should be done with water. It should commence immediately after initial curing and continue upto
a minimum period of 14 days.
9.1.4 Curing with Water
Fresh concrete shall be kept continuously wet for a minimum period of 14 days from the date of placing of
concrete, following a lapse of 12 to 24 hours after laying concrete. The curing of horizontal surfaces exposed
to the drying winds shall however begin immediately the concrete has hardened. Water shall be applied to
uniformed concrete surfaces within 1 hour after concrete has set. Water shall be applied to formed surfaces
immediately upon removal of forms . Quantity of water applied shall be controlled so as to prevent erosion of
freshly placed concrete.
9.1.5 Continuous Spraying
Curing shall be assured by use of ample water supply under pressure in pipes, with all necessary appliances of
hose sprinklers and spraying devices. Continuous fine mist spraying or sprinkling shall be used, unless
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9.1.6 Alternate Curing Methods:

Whenever in the judgement of Engineer-in-charge, it may be necessary to omit the continuous spray method,
covering of clean sand or other approved means such as wet gunny bags, which will prevent loss of moisture
from the concrete, may be used. Any type of covering which would slain or damage the concrete during or
after the curing period, will not be permitted. Covering shall be kept continuously wet during the curing period.
For curing of concrete in pavements, side walks, floors, flat roofs or other level surfaces, the ponding method
of curing is preferred. The method of containing the ponded water shall be approved by Engineer-in-charge.
Special attention shall be given to edge and corner of the slab to ensure proper protection to these areas. The
ponded areas shall be kept continuously filled with water during the curing period.
9.1.7

Curing Compounds : Surface coating type curing compound shall be used only on special permission of
Engineer-in-charge. Curing compounds shall be liquid type while pigmented, conforming to U.S Bureau of
Reclamation Specification. No curing compound shall be used on surface where future blending with concrete
water or acid proof membrane or painting is specified.

9.1.8 Curing Equipment: All equipments and materials required for curing shall be on hand and ready for use
before concrete is placed.
9.2.0 Form Work
9.2.1 General: The form work shall consist of shores, bracings, sides of beams and columns, bottom of slabs etc.
including ties, anchors, hangers, inserts etc. complete which shall be properly designed and planned for the
work. The false work shall be so constructed that up and down vertical adjustment can be made smoothly.
Wedges may be used at the top or bottom of timber shores, but not at both ends, to facilitate vertical
adjustment or dismantling of form work.
9.2.2

Design of Form Work: The design and engineering of form work as well as its construction shall be the
responsibility of Contractor. If so instructed the drawings and calculations for the design of the form work shall
be submitted well in advance to the Engineer-in-charge for approval before proceeding with work, at no extra
cost to the Department. Engineer-in-charge approval shall not however, relieve Contractor of the full
responsibility for the design and construction of the form work. The design shall take into account all the loads
vertical as well as lateral that the forms will be carrying including live and vibration headings.

9.2.3 Type of Form Work: Form work may be of timber, plywood, metal, plastic or concrete. For special finishes, the
form work may be lined with plywood, steel sheets, oil tempered hard board etc. Sliding forms and slip forms
may be used with the approval of Engineer-in-charge.
9.2.4

Formwork Requirements: Forms shall conform to the shapes, lines grooves and dimensions including
camber of the concrete as called for in the drawings. Ample studs, water braces, straps,shores etc. shall be
used to hold the forms in proper position without any distortion whatsoever until the concrete has set
sufficiently to permit removal of forms. Forms shall be strong enough to permit the use of immersion vibrators.
In special cases, form vibrators may also be used. The shuttering shall be close boarded. Timber shall be well
seasoned, free form sap, shakes, loose knots, worm holes, wraps or other surface defects in contact with
concrete. Faces coming in contact with concrete shall be free from adhering grout, plaster, paint, projecting
nails, splits or other defects. Joints shall be sufficiently light to prevent loss of water and fine material from
concrete.
Ply wood shall be used for exposed concrete surfaces, where called for Sawn and wrought timber may be
used for unexposed surfaces. Inside faces of forms for concrete surfaces which are to be rubbed finished
shall be planned to remove irregularities or unevenness in the face. Form work with lining will be permitted.
All new and used form lumber shall be maintained in a good condition with respect to shape, strength, rigidity,
water lightness, smoothness and cleanliness of surfaces. Form lumber unsatisfactory in any respect shall not
be used and if rejected by Engineer-in-charge shall be removed from the site.
Shores supporting successive stories shall be placed directly over those below or be so designed and placed
that the load will be transmitted directly to them. Trussed supports shall be provided for shores that cannot be
secured on adequate foundation.
Form work, during any stage of construction showing signs of distortion of distorted to such a degree that the
intended concrete work will not conform to the exact contours indicated on the drawings, shall be
repositioned and strengthened. Poured concrete affected by the faulty formwork, shall be entirely removed
and the formwork corrected prior to placing new concrete.
Excessive construction camber to compensate for shrinkage settlement etc. that may impair the structural
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Forms for substructure concrete may be omitted when, in the opinion of Engineer-in-charge, the open
excavation is firm enough to act as the form. Such excavations shall be slightly larger than required by the
drawings to compensate for irregularities in excavation and to ensure the design requirement.
Forms shall be so designed and constructed that they can be stripped in the order required and their removal
do not damage the concrete. Face form work shall provide true vertical and horizontal joints, conforming to
the architectural features of the structure as to location of joints and be as directed by Engineer-in-charge.
Where exposed smooth or rubbed concrete finishes are required, the forms shall be constructed with special
care so that the desired concrete surfaces could be obtained which require a minimum finish.
9.2.5

Bracings, Struts and Props: Shuttering shall be braced, strutted, propped and so supported that it shall not
deform under weight and pressure of the concrete and also due to the movement of men and other materials.
Bamboos shall not be used as props or cross bracings.
The shuttering for beams and slabs shall be so erected that the shuttering on the sides of beams and under
the offits of slab can be removed without disturbing the beam bottoms.
Repropping of beams shall not be done except when props have to be reinstated to take care of construction
loads anticipated to be in excess of the design load. Vertical props shall be supported on wedges or other
measures shall be taken whereby the props can be gently lowered vertically while striking the shuttering.
If the shuttering for a column is erected for the full height of the column, one side shall be left open and built
upon sections as placing of concrete proceeds, or windows may be left for pouring concrete from the sides to
limit the drop of concrete to 1.0 m or as directed by Engineer-in-charge.

9.2.6

Inspection of Form Work

Following points shall be borne in mind while checking during erection of form work and form work got
approved by the Engineer-in-charge before placing of reinforcement bars.
a) Any members which is to remain in position after the general dismantling is done, should be clearly
marked.
b) Material used should be checked to ensure that wrong items/rejects are not used.
c) If there are any excavations nearby which may influence the safety of form works, corrective and
strengthening action must be taken.
d) i)The bearing soil must be sound and well prepared and the sole plates shall bear well on the ground.
ii)Sole plates shall be properly seated on their bearing pads or sleepers.
iii)The bearing plates of steel props shall not be distorted.
iv)The steel parts on the bearing members shall have adequate bearing areas.
e) Safety measures to prevent impact of traffic, scour due to water etc. should be taken.
precautionary measures shall be taken to prevent accidental impacts etc.
f)

Adequate

Bracing, struts and ties shall be installed along with the progress of form work to ensure strength and
stability of form work at intermediate stage. Steel sections (especially deep sections) shall be adequately
restrained against tilting, over turning and form work should be restrained against horizontal loads. All the
securing devices and bracing shall be tightened.

g) The stacked materials shall be placed as catered for, in the design.

h) When adjustable steel props are used, they should

i) Be undamaged and not visibly bent.

ii) Have the steel pins provided by the manufacturers for used
iii) Be restrained laterally near each end.
iv) Have means for centralising beams placed in the fork heads
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j)

Double wedges shall be provided for adjustment of the form to the required position wherever any
settlement/elastic shortening of props occurs. Wedges should be used only at the bottom end of single prop.
Wedges should not be too steep and one of the pair should be tightened/clamped down after adjustment to
prevent their shifting.

k)

No member shall be eccentric upon vertical member

l)

The number of nut sand bolts shall be adequate.

m)

Provisions of the design and/or drawings shall be complied

n)

Cantilever supports shall be adequate

o)

Props shall be directly under one another in multistage constructions as far as possible.

p)

Guy ropes or stays shall be tensioned properly

q)

There shall be adequate provision for the movement and operation of vibrators and other construction plant
and equipment.

r)

Required camber shall be provided over long spans

s)

Supports shall be adequate, and in plumb within the specified tolerances.

9.2.7

Form Oil : Use of form oil shall not be permitted on the surface, which require painting. If the contractor
desire to use form oil on the inside of form work of the other concrete structures, a non staining mineral oil or
other approved oil CEMOL-35 of M/s. Hindustan Petroleum Co. Ltd may be used, provided it is applied before
placing reinforcing steel and embedded parts. All excess oil on the form surfaces and any oil on metal or
other parts to be embedded in the concrete shall be carefully removed. Before treatment with oil, forms shall
be thoroughly cleared of dried splatter of concrete from placement of previous lift.
Any loss of water through the shuttering should be strictly prevented from placement specially for concrete
mix with low water binder ratio or having partial replacement of cement by pozzoonas. In case of wooden
shutter approved quality of form oil or plastic sheet can be use for this purpose.

9.2.8

Chamfers and Fillers : All corners and angles exposed in the finished structure shall be formed with
mouldings to form chamfers or fillers on the finished concrete. The standard dimensions of chamfers and
fillets, unless otherwise specified, shall be 20 x 20mm. Care shall be exercised to ensure accurate mouldings.
The diagonal face of the moulding shall be planed or surfaces to the same texture as the forms to which it is
attached.

9.2.8.1 Vertical Construction Joint Chamfers: Vertical construction joints on faces which will be exposed at the
completion of the work shall be chamfered as above except where not, permitted by Engineer-in-charge for
structural or hydraulic reasons.
9.2.8.2 Wall Ties : Wire ties passing through the walls, shall not be allowed. Also through bolts shall not be
permitted. For fixing of form work, alternate arrangements such as coil nuts shall be adopted at the
contractors cost.
9.2.11 Reuse of Forms : Before reuse, all forms shall be thoroughly scraped, cleaned, nails removed, holes that may
leak suitably plugged and joints examined and when necessary repaired and the inside retreated to prevent
adhesion, to the satisfaction of Engineer-in-charge. Warped lumber shall be resized. Contractor shall equip
himself with enough shuttering to complete the job in the stipulated time.
9.2.12 Removal of Forms : Contractors shall record on the drawings or a special register, the date upon which the
concrete is placed in each part of the work and the date on which the shuttering is removed there from.
In no circumstances shall forms be struck until the concrete reaches a strength of the at least twice the stress
due to self weight and any construction erection loading to which the concrete may be subjected at the time of
striking form work.
0

In normal circumstances (generally where temperatures are above 20 C.) forms may be struck after expiry of
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S.
N

Part of Structure

a)

b)

Earliest concrete age at stripping

Cement with low and
having pozzolonas

Ordinary
Portland
cement
concrete

Portland
Pozzolana C.C
Fly Ash Based

Walls, columns and vertical sides

of beams

3 days

24 to 48 hours
as directed by
the E-I-C.

3 days

Slabs(Props left Under)

14 days

3 days

7 days

c)

Beam, soffits (Props left under)

14 days

7 days

10 days

d)

Removal of props
14 days
14 days

7 days
14 days

10 days
14 days

14 days
14 days

14 days
21 days

14 days
21 days

14 days

14 days

14 days

i)Spanning upto 4.5m

ii) Spanning over 4.5m
e)

Removal of props in beams &

arches
i) Spanning upto 6m
ii) Spanning over 6m

f)

For perforated 120mm thick

Skirting shall be done slowly with utmost care to avoid damage to arise and application and without shock or vibration
by gently easing the wedge etc. After removing the form work, if it is found that timber has been embedded in the
concrete, it shall be removed and made good as specified earlier.
Reinforced temporary openings shall be provide as directed by Engineer-in-charge, to facilitate removal of form work
which otherwise may be in accessible.
Tie, rods, clamps form-bolts etc. which must be entirely removed from walls or similar structures shall be loosened not
sooner that 24 hours not later than 40 hours after concrete has been deposited. Ties, except those required to hold
forms in place, may be removed at the same time. Ties withdrawn from walls and grade beams shall be pulled
towards the inside face. Cutting ties back from the faces of walls and grade beams will not be permitted. Work
damaged due to premature or careless removal of forms shall be re-constructed at contractor's cost.
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10.

DAMP PROOF COURSE :

10.1 SCOPE OF WORK : The work covered under this specifications consists supplying and laying plain
cement concrete as damp proof course with or without waterproofing admixture in accordance with this specification
and applicable drawings.
10.2 WORKMANSHIP : Surface to receive damp proof course shall be cleaned and carefully swept to remove
all dust, laitance etc. and shall be approved by the Engineer-in-Charge. Damp proof course shown shall be
cement concrete as per proportion indicated in the schedule. Approved water proofing compound @ 3% by
weight of cement or as directed by the manufacturer shall be mixed in cement mortar for this concrete. The damp
proof course shall be laid to the full width of the wall and the edges shall be straight, even and truly vertical.
Wooden forms shall be used to obtain good edges. No masonry work shall be commenced on freshly laid damp
proof course unless it is cured for 48 hours of its laying but the curing of cement concrete shall be continued along
with the masonry work. Specifications for cement, sand, aggregate and water shall be as described herein
before for concrete works.
10.3 MODE OF MEASUREMENT : The work shall be measured in Sqm. area actually laid limited to sizes as
shown in drawing. The rate shall include cost of all the materials, labour etc.
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11. PRECAST REINFORCED CEMENT CONCRETE JALLI :

11.1 GENERAL :
The item refers to manufacturing, supplying and fixing in position reinforced cement concrete jalli with thickness,
proportion, design and pattern as specified in the description of item of schedule of quantities.
11.2 MATERIALS :
The concrete shall consist of a mix as specified in the item and specifications for cement concrete shall be
similar to that specified under cement concrete. Reinforcement shall be as specified in the item description or as
shown in the drawing or as directed by the Engineer-in-charge.
11.3 MANUFACTURE :
Precast jalli of approved design and thickness as specified in description of item shall be cast at site and
fixed in position at all floors and levels by the contractor. Steel moulds to manufacture approved size, design and
thickness of reinforced jalli as per drawings shall be manufactured and got approved before starting large scale
casting. Reinforced jalli shall be cast at site. M.S. reinforcement of 6 mm. dia. or as specified shall be bent to the
exact shape of jalli to run vertically and horizontally along centre of all walls and suitably kept in position. Use of
teak wood/shuttering plywood moulds can be allowed at the discretion of the Engineer-in-charge. Precast Jalli
shall be made by filling the moulds of the approved design, pattern with complete batch of 1:2:2 (using 10 mm. down
graded stone aggregate) cement concrete so that the entire work may set in one time. If one batch is sufficient to
complete a unit, each succeeding batch should follow the preceding batch as quickly as possible. The specifications
for reinforced cement concrete shall conform to I.S. 456-1964 and as specified earlier. The jalli shall be cast
according to drawing, design and as approved by the Engineer-in-charge. Necessary holes and keys for M.S. dowels
to house in the jalli shall be left for fixing. Jallies shall be cured in a curing tank for a minimum period of 14 days. All
the imperfection in surfaces and edges shall be repaired with neat cement paste to finish with sharp and smooth
edges. The jalli so manufactured shall be perfectly at right angles when checked with straight edge. Jallies which are
not approved due to defective pattern, shape, finish etc. shall be removed forthwith from the site of work.
11.4 FIXING :
The jalli shall be fixed in position in cement mortar 1:2 in preformed opening true to line, level and plumb with
6 mm. M.S. pins, all as per drawing or as directed by the Engineer-in-charge. Jalli with damaged edges of surfaces
shall not be fixed. The joints shall be cured for a minimum period of 7 days. After grouting the sides with cement
mortar etc., the jalli shall be rechecked for its levels and alignment. Finally the jambs, sills and soffits shall be
plastered embedding the jalli uniformly on sides. The jalli shall be cleaned off all the mortar splashes, dirt etc.
11.5 MODE OF MEASUREMENT:
The jalli shall be measured in square metre and shall be measured between the limiting dimensions of
unplastered sides, base and top. Any portion of jalli embedded in the supporting wall shall not be measured for
payment. Dimensions shall be measured correct upto two places of decimal of a metre and the area worked out
upto two places of a decimal of square metre. No deduction shall be made for the openings in the jalli. The
thickness shall not be less than that specified.
11.6 RATES :
Rate to include the cost of the following :
i) Providing the precast jalli of approved design conforming to specifications detailed above including
concrete reinforcement, moulds etc.
ii) All materials, equipment, labour for handling, transporting, hoisting and fixing the jalli in position including
scaffolding, forming grooves if necessary, touching up all sides wherever necessary as per drawing and
specifications.

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12.

STRUCTURAL STEEL :

12.1 SCOPE OF WORK :

The work covered by this specification consists of furnishing and erecting of structural steel complete in
strict accordance with this specifications and the applicable drawings.
12.2 MATERIALS :
12.2.1 All structural steel shall be of standard sections as marked on the drawings and shall be free of scale,
blisters, laminations, cracked edges and defects of any sort. If the structural steel is not supplied by the
Department and the Contractor is required to bring such steel, the Contractor shall furnish duplicate copies of all mill
orders and/ or also the test report received from the mills, to satisfy the Engineer-in-Charge.
12.2.2 All structural steel and electrodes shall comply in all respects with I.S.S. for structural steel.
12.3 WORKMANSHIP :
All workmanship shall be of first class quality in every respect to the greatest accuracy being observed to
ensure that all parts will fit together properly on erection.
All ends shall be cut true to planes. They must fit the abutting surfaces closely.
All stiffeners shall be fit tightly at both ends.
All butt ends of compression members shall be in close contact through the area of the joints.
All holes in plates and section between 12 mm. and 20 mm. thick shall be punched to such diameter that 3 mm.
of metal is left all around the hole to be cleaned out to correct size by reamer.
The base connection shall be provided as shown on drawings and the greatest accuracy of workmanship shall
be ensured to provide the best connections.
Figured dimensions on the drawings shall be taken.
12.4 ERECTION AND MARKING :
Erection and fabrication shall be according to I.S. 800-1984 section-11. During erection, the work shall be
securely braced and fastened temporarily to provide safety for all erection stresses etc. No permanent welding
shall be done until proper alignment has been obtained.
Any part which do not fit accurately or which are not in accordance with the drawings and specifications shall be
liable to rejection and if rejected, shall be at once be made good.
Engineer-in-Charge shall have full liberty at all reasonable times to enter the contractors premises for the purpose of
inspecting the work and no work shall be taken down, painted or despatched until it has been inspected and passed.
The contractor shall supply free of charge all labour and tools required for testing of work.
12.5 DELIVERY AT SITE :
The contractor shall deliver the component parts of the steel work in an undamaged state at the site of the
works and the Engineer-in-Charge shall be entitled to refuse acceptance of any portion which has been bent or
other wise damaged before actual delivery on work.
12.6 SHOP DRAWINGS :
The shop drawings of structural steel based on contract drawings shall be submitted to the Engineer-inCharge. The necessary information for fabrication, erection, painting of structure etc. must be furnished immediately
after acceptance of the tender.
12.7 PAINTING :
Painting should be strictly according to I.S. 1477-1971 (PartI-Pretreatment) and I.S. 1477-1971 (Part II-painting).
Painting should be carried out on dry surfaces free from dust, scale etc. The paint shall be approved by the
Engineer-in-Charge.
One coat of shop paint (red lead) shall be applied on steel, except where it is to be encased in concrete or
where surfaces are to be field welded.

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12.8 WELDING :
Welding shall be in accordance with I.S. 816-1969, I.S. 819-1957, I.S. 1024-1979, I.S. 1261-1959, I.S. 13231982 and I.S. 9595-1980 as appropriate. For welding of any particular type of joint, welders shall give evidence of
having satisfactory completed appropriate tests as described in any of I.S. 817-1966, I.S. 1393-1961, I.S. 7307
(Part-I)-1974, I.S. 7310 (Part-I)-1974 and I.S. 7318 (Part-I)-1974 as relevant.
12.8.1 Welding Consumables : Covered electrodes
(Part-II)-1974 or I.S. 1395-1982 as appropriate.

shall conform to I.S. 814 (Part-I)-1974 and I.S.814

Filler rods and wires for gas welding shall conform to I.S. 1278-1972.
The bare wire electrodes for submerged arc welding shall conform to I.S. 7280-1974. The combination of arc and
flash shall satisfy the requirements of I.S. 3613-1974.
The filler rods and bare electrodes for gas shielded metal, arc welding shall conform to I.S. 6419-1971 and I.S.
6560-1972 as appropriate.
12.8.2 Types of Welding: Arc welding (direct or alternating current) or Oxyacetylene welding may be used.
Field welding may be used. Field welding shall be by D.C.
12.8.3 Size of Electrode Runs: The maximum gauge of the electrodes for welding any work and the size of
run shall be based on the following tables.
Average thickness of plate or section

Maximum gauge or diameter of electrodes to be used.

Less than 3/16"

10 S.W.G.

3/16" and above but less than 5/16"

8 S.W.G.

5/16" and above but less than 3/8"

6 S.W.G.

3/8" and above but less than 5/8"

4 S.W.G.

5/8" and above but less than 1"

5/16"dia.

1" and above thick section

3/8" dia.

Note : On any straight weld the first run shall not ordinarily be deposited with a larger gauge electrode than No.
8 S.W.G. For subsequent runs the electrode shall not be increased by more than two electrode size between
consecutive runs.
12.8.4 Welding Contractors : The contractor shall ensure that each welding operator employed on fabrication or
erection is an efficient and dependable welder, who has passed qualifying tests on the types of welds which will
be called upon to make. Sample test shall have to be given by the contractor to the entire satisfaction of the
Engineer-in-charge.
12.8.5 Welding Procedure :
a) Welding should be done with the structural steel in flat position in a down hand manner wherever
possible. Adequate steps shall be taken to maintain the correct arc length, rate of travel, current and polarity for the
type of electrode and nature of work. Welding plant capacity shall be adequate to carry out the welding procedure
laid down. Adequate means of measuring the current shall be available either as a part of the welding plant or by the
provision of a portable ammeter. In checking the welding current, a tolerance of 10% or 30 amperes from the
specified value whichever is less shall be permitted.
b) The welding procedure shall be such as to ensure that the weld metal can be fully and satisfactory deposited
through the length and thickness of all joints so that distortion and shrinkage stresses are reduced to the minimum and
thickness of welds meet the requirements of quality specified.
12.9 WORKMANSHIP :
12.9.1 Preparation of Fusion Faces : Fusion faces shall be cut by stearing machine or gas cutting and later
dressed by filling or grinding so that they shall be free from irregularities such as would interfere with the
deposition of the specified size of weld to cause the defects. Fusion faces and the surrounding surfaces shall be free
from heavy slag, oil paint or any substance which might affect the quality of the weld or impede the progress of
welding. The welding face shall be free of rust and shall have metal shine surfaces.
The parts to be welded shall be brought into as close contact as possible and the gap due to faulty workmanship
or incorrect fit up shall not exceed 1/16". If separation of 1/16" or more occurs locally, the size of the fillet weld
shall be increased at such position by an amount of equal to the width of the gap.

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The parts to be welded shall be maintained to their correct position during welding. They shall be securely held
in position by means of tack welds, service bolts, clamps or rings before commencing welding so as to prevent and
relative movement due to distortion, wind or any other cause.
12.9.2 Step Back Method Should be Used to Avoid Distortion : The minimum leg length of a fillet weld as
deposited should not be less than the specified size and the throat thickness as deposited should be not less than
that tabulated below:
Throat Thickness of Fillet
Angle between fusion faces

600-900

910-1000

1010-1060

1070-1130

1140-1200

Throat thickness in cms.

0.70

0.65

0.60

0.55

0.50

In no case should a concave weld be deposited without the specific approval of the Engineer-in-Charge unless the leg
length is increased above the specified length so that the resultant throat thickness is as great as would have been
obtained by the deposition of a flat.
All welds shall be deposited in a pre-arranged order and sequence taking due account of the effects of distortion and
shrinkage stresses.
After making each run of welding, all slag shall be removed and final run shall be protected by clean boiled
linseed oil till approved.
The weld metal, as deposited, shall be free from crack, slag,excessive porosity, cavities and other faults.
The weld metal shall be properly fused with the parent metal without overlapping or serious undercutting at the
toes of the weld.
The surfaces of the weld shall have a uniform and consistent contour and regular appearance.
In welds containing crack, porosity or cavities in which the weld metal tends to overlap on the parent metal
without proper fusion, the defective portions of the welds shall be out cut and re-welded. Where serious under cutting
occurs, additional weld metal shall be deposited to make good reduction. Testing of welded joints shall be done as per
relevant IS codes 3600, 3613, 4260, 7205, 7215, 7307, 7310, 7318.
12.10 MODE OF MEASUREMENT:
All structural steel shall be measured on weight basis in metric tonnes or quintals or kgs. as mentioned in the
schedule of quantities. The length or areas of various members including gusset plates shall be measured correct to
two places of decimals and the net weight worked out from the standard steel tables approved by Indian
Standard Institution. No separate measurements shall be taken for welding, riveting, bolting, field connections
etc. The rate shall include cost of all labour, materials, scaffolding, transport and also cost of welding, riveting
and bolting, field connections if any all to complete the job as per specifications.
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13.

BRICK WORK :

13.1 SCOPE OF WORK : The work covered under this specification pertains to procurement of well burnt clay
bricks of class 35 unless otherwise specified and workmanship in building walls of various thickness, in strict
compliance with the specifications and applicable drawings.
13.2 MATERIALS: Brick shall be well burnt clay bricks of designated class and shall satisfy the strength criteria
and shall be got approved by the Engineer-in-Charge before incorporation in the work. The bricks shall be hand
moulded or machine moulded and shall be free from nodules of free lime, visible cracks, flaws, warpage and organic
matter.
In general, the nominal size of bricks (F.P.S.) shall be 22.9 x 11.4 x 7 cm. (9x4.5x2.75). Permissible tolerance
on dimensions shall not be more than (+/-) 8%. The contractor shall get approved the sample and source of bricks
from Engineer-in-Charge before procurement on large scale and shall maintain the same for the entire work. The
bricks shall have smooth rectangular faces with sharp corner and shall be uniform in colour.


Bricks for Mumbai / Pune and surrounding areas, unless otherwise specified, shall be as per relevant IS of class
designation 35 of size 22.5 x 11.1 x 7 cm. Permissible tolerance on dimensions shall not be more than (+/-) 8%.

Unless otherwise specified, bricks for Eastern Zone works (Kolkata / Bhubneshwar / Shillong etc.) shall be of
class designation 75 of size 25 x 12.5 x 7.5 cm. Permissible tolerance on dimensions shall be as per relevant IS.

In case the size of bricks used in the work is found lesser than the specified one but within the permissible
tolerance i.e. {-} 8% , the following shall apply:
i) Extra cement consumed due to more number of joints and due to additional thickness of plaster than the
specified in the tender to match with adjoining columns and beams, shall be borne by the contractor without any extra
cost to the department.
ii) If the plastering to be done is more than the specified thickness to maintain the plaster surface to perfect line,
level and plumb with adjoining columns, beams, walls etc., the contractor shall be responsible to provide more
thickness of plaster at his own cost and nothing extra will be paid on this account.
In case the size of bricks used in the work is found more than the permissible, the contractor shall chip out the
exposed edges of bricks upto the required level of wall to receive specified thickness of plaster.
Bricks shall generally conform to I.S. 1077-1992. In any case minimum crushing strength shall not be less than
2
35 kg/cm and water absorption shall not be more than 25% by weight. The Engineer-in-Charge shall have the right to
reject bricks obtained from any field where the soil has an appreciable quantity of sulphates and chlorides. The
specifications for cement, sand and water shall be same as described herein before under cement concrete. Bricks
shall be thoroughly soaked in water before using till the bubbles ceases to come up. No half or quarter brick shall
be used except as closer. The closer shall be cut to required size and used near the end of the walls. The walls shall
be raised truly to plumb. The type of bond to be adopted shall be decided by the Engineer-in-Charge, but vertical
joints shall be laid staggered.
13.3 WORKMANSHIP : Four courses of brick work with four joints should not exceed by more than 40 mm., the
same bricks piled one over the other without mortar.
Brick work shall not be raised more than 10 courses a day unless otherwise approved by the Engineer-in-Charge.
The brick work shall be kept wet for at least 7 days. Brick work shall be uniformly raised alround and no part shall be
raised more than 1.0 metre above another at any time.
All joints shall be thoroughly flushed with mortar of mix as specified in the schedule of quantities, at every
courses. Care shall be taken to see that the bricks are bedded effectively and all joints completely filled to the full
depth.
The joints of brick work to be plastered shall be raked out to a depth not less than 10 mm. as the work proceeds.
The surface of brick work shall be cleaned down and watered properly before the mortar sets.
The adhesion between the brick masonry surface and the concrete surface of columns, beams, chajjas, lintels etc.
should be proper by ensuring that the concrete surface coming in contact with brick masonry is hacked/ chipped/
keyed, cleaned and cement slurry is applied so that a proper bond is achieved between the two dissimilar
materials. It is the responsibility of the contractors to ensure that there will not be any cracks/ fissures anywhere in
the brick masonry.
In case the cracks appear subsequently in those areas, they should be made good by cement grouting or
epoxy putty grouting/ poly sulphide compound grouting or as per standard modern specifications/ methods with
the prior approval of the Engineer-in-Charge, at the cost of the contractor.

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All the courses shall be laid truly horizontal and all vertical joints shall be truly vertical. Specified mortar of
good and approved quality shall be used. Lime shall not be used where reinforcement is provided in brick work. The
mortar should completely cover the bed and sides of the bricks. Proper care should be taken to obtain uniform mortar
joint throughout the construction. the walls should be raised uniformly in proper, approved bond. In construction of
the wall, first of all two end corners are carefully laid to line and level and then in between portion is built, with a cord
stretching along the headers or stretchers held in position at the ends. This helps in keeping the alignment of the
courses and maintaining them in level. Similarly all other courses are built. Care shall be taken to keep the
perpends properly aligned within following maximum permissible tolerances :
a) Deviation from vertical within a storey shall not exceed 6 mm per 3 m height.
b) Deviation in verticality in total height of any wall of building more than one storey in height shall not exceed 12.5mm.
c) Deviation from position shown on plan of any brick work shall not exceed 12.5 mm.
d) Relative displacement between load bearing wall in adjacent storeys intended to be vertical alignments shall
not exceed 6 mm.
e) A set of tools comprising of wooden straight edge, masonic spirit levels, square, 1 meter rule line and plumb
shall be kept on the site of work for every 3 masons for proper check during the progress of work.
No brick work shall be carried on during frosty weather except with the written permission of the Engineer-inCharge, who will give special directions as to the manner in which the work is to be performed. All brick work laid
during the day, shall, in seasons liable to frost, be properly covered up at night as directed by the Engineer-incharge. Should any brick work be damaged by frost, the brick work shall, at the discretion of the Engineer-inCharge, be pulled down and made good, at the cost of the contractor.
Concrete surfaces of columns, beams, lintels, chajjas etc. coming in contact with masonry work shall be properly
chipped, washed and given a thick coat of cement slurry before start of work. The rate quoted shall include wire
brushing and cleaning brickwork covered with fungus or deleterious materials.
Brick work shall be well watered/ cured throughout the day for at least a week from the date of building and the
work shall be protected from sun and rain.

HALF BRICK WORK:

Materials and workmanship for a half brick or brick on edge partition wall shall be as specified above. The wall
shall be stiffened by R.C.C. stiffeners of size 115 mm. wide x 80 mm. thickness to the full length of wall and shall be
provided with 2 Nos. 6 mm. diameter M.S. bars or as specified in the schedule as bottom reinforcement (only the M.S.
reinforcement will be paid separately under relevant item). These bars shall be securely anchored at their end where
the partition end. The free ends of the reinforcement shall be keyed into the mortar of the main brick work to which the
half brick work is joined. Overlaps in reinforcement, if any, shall not be less than 30 cm.
The rates for brick work shall include the cost of the following:
i) Providing and fixing necessary single or double scaffolding and removing the same after the work is
completed.
ii) Form work for stiffeners concrete as required.
iii) Watering, curing, lifting of materials to any height.
iv) Raking out of joints to receive plaster.
v) Forming slab sittings, cutting or leaving holes for lugs of windows, doors, sills, switch boxes etc.
vi) Making good all holes, chases, etc. to any depth due to conduit pipes, holdfasts, bolts, switch & plug boxes etc.
vii) Bedding and pointing precast lintels, sills etc. in or on walls.
For the purpose of measurements, the thickness of one brick wall and over shall be taken in terms of multiples of half brick.
13.4 SAMPLING AND TESTS:
Samples of bricks shall be subjected to the following mandatory tests :
a) Dimensional tolerance

b) Water absorption

c) Efflorescence

d) Compressive strength

Note : 1. Cost of above tests shall be borne by the contractor.

2. Frequency of test shall be as per relevant IS specifications.

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13.5 MODE OF MEASUREMENT :

13.5 a) For Brick Work Measured in Cubic Metres :
The contract rate shall be for a unit of one cubic metre of brick masonry as actually done.
230 mm. thick (or as specified in schedule) brick walls shall be taken as one brick thick.
All openings in brick work for doors, windows and ventilators shall be deducted to get the net quantity of actual
brick work done.
Openings or chases required for P.H. or electrical inserts less than 0.1 sqm. and bearing of precast concrete
members shall not be deducted.
No extra payment shall be made for any extra work involved in making the above openings or placements.
13.5 b) For brick work measured in square metre :
Half brick thick masonry walls shall be measured in sqm. All openings in brick work for doors and windows
and ventilators shall be deducted to get the net quantity of actual work done. Openings or chases required for P.H.
or Electric inserts less than 0.1 sqm. and bearing of precast concrete members shall not be deducted. No extra
payment shall be made for extra work involved in making the above openings or placements.
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14.

STONE

MASONRY :

14.1 SCOPE OF WORK :

The work covered under this specifications consists of supplying and erecting stone masonry walls with
available best quality of stone in strict compliance with this specifications and applicable drawings.
14.2 RANDOM RUBBLE MASONRY :
14.2.1 Material : The rubble shall be of the best quality trap/granite/ballast stones obtained from the approved
quarry. The sample of the stone, to be used shall be got approved from the Engineer-in-Charge. All stones shall,
generally, be freshly quarried and shall be sound, dense, hard, free from segregation, cracks, weathered portions and
other structural defects or imperfections, tending to off set soundness and strength.
The percentage of water
absorption shall generally not exceed 5% by weight. All stones shall be wetted before use. Stones shall be neatly
worked to requisite sections and forms and shall have fully dressed beds and joints. At least 50% of the stones shall
be 0.015 cum in content when reckoned individually. The length of stones for stone masonry shall not exceed three
times the height and the breadth or base shall not be greater than three fourth the thickness of wall, or not less than
15 cm. The height of stone may be upto 30 cm. Stones shall be laid on the natural beds and shall run sufficiently
inside the wall thickness. No hollow space shall be left out and inter spaces of stones being filled with mortar and
stone chips, driven hard & not with mortar only.
All mortar to be used shall be of the type and proportion mentioned in the item. Cement, sand and water to be
used shall conform to their relevant specifications as described under cement concrete. The masonry shall be
laid to plumb, lines levels, curves, shapes as shown in drawings. All required holes for passage of water or
pipes are to be embedded during construction as specified.
All stones shall be wetted before laying in masonry. Concrete surfaces of columns, beams, lintels, chajjas etc.
coming in contact with masonry shall be properly chipped, washed and wetted before start of masonry work. The
concrete surface coming in contact of masonry shall be given a thick coat of cement slurry as the masonry work
progresses in height. Clean chips and sprawls carefully selected to fit in the space shall be wedged into the mortar
joints and beds wherever necessary to avoid thick beds or joints or mortar. However, proper shaping and dressing of
stones shall be done prior to their laying in masonry and hammering shall not be resorted to often after the stones are
laid in position. The bond stones shall be used in every square meter area of masonry wall and shall extend from
front to back to thin walls having width of 600mm and shall overlap by at least 150mm in walls having thickness more
than 600mm when laid from both sides. Engineer-in-Charge may permit cement concrete 1:2:4, in-situ / pre-cast, to
act as bond stone, as required. When the work has to be started on the old or the one completed a long while ago
or in the previous working seasons, care shall be taken to roughen and clean old surface satisfactorily without
disturbing the masonry before laying the new. It shall be wetted before laying the bedding mortar.
When practicable, the whole masonry in any structure shall be carried out upto a uniform level throughout. But
when breaks are unavoidable in carrying the work continuously in uniform level, sufficiently long steps shall be left. All
junction of walls shall be formed at the time when walls are being built. Cross walls should be carefully bonded into the
main walls. All masonry built in cement mortar shall be kept continuously wet for 14 days from the date of laying. Should
the mortar perish i.e. becomes dry, white or powder through neglect of watering and if the masonry shows hollow joints or
non adherence of mortar to the stones or if the work does not conform to drawings and specifications, the work shall be
pulled down and rebuilt by the contractor at his own cost and risk. All masonry shall be thoroughly cleaned and washed
down on completion and all stains, adhering mortar removed from the surface and raking of joints carried out as the
scaffolding is being lowered and removed. Holes left in masonry for supporting scaffolding shall be filled and made
good before pointing/ plastering.
14.3 KHANDKI FACING STONE MASONRY :
The specifications for Random rubble masonry as given in item No. 14.2 shall generally apply to these for quality of stones, workmanship etc.
except for the following:

The face of the stones shall be square/ rectangular in shape and shall be so dressed alround that those can be
set on proper bases and shall render uniform joints. The stones may have bushing on the face but shall not
project more than 40 mm. The external faces shall be laid in courses of about 200 mm. height or as specified and the
internal face shall be finished with rubble backing.
The other specifications, mode of measurements etc. shall be same as per specifications for R.R. Masonry
mentioned above.
14.4 MODE OF MEASUREMENT :
All stone masonry shall be measured in cubic metres as actually done. All openings for windows, doors, lintels etc.
shall be deducted to get the net quantity of actual work done. Openings or chases required for P.H. and electrical
inserts less than 0.1 sqm. and bearings of precast concrete members shall not be deducted. The rate shall also
include cost of corner stones, bond stones, scaffolding ,labour, curing etc.
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15.
15. PRECAST CEMENT CONCRETE SOLID BLOCK MASONRY :
15.1 Scope of Work : The work covered under this specifications pertains to procurement of best quality locally
available or locally manufactured precast cement concrete solid block and workmanship in building walls of various
thickness in strict compliance with the specifications and applicable drawings.
15.2 Material : Precast cement concrete solid blocks shall be of best quality locally available/ manufactured at
site and should be approved by the Engineer-in-Charge before incorporation in the work. The ingredient and the
cement concrete used shall confirm to relevant I.S. as stipulated in specification for cement concrete works herein
before.
Minimum crushing strength of the solid blocks shall be 40 to 60 Kg/ sqcm. at 28th day after curing. The type
of the bond to be adopted will be decided by the Engineer-in-Charge but vertical joints shall be staggered. The size
of the blocks shall be 390 x 190 x 140 mm. and 390 x 190 x 100 mm. and the proportion used in making the blocks
shall be 1:11 (1 cement : 11 fine and coarse aggregates). The blocks shall be cured well at least for 14 days before
incorporation in to the work. The cement mortar for concrete blocks masonry shall be 1:4 and joints shall not be
more than 10 mm. thick.
15.3 Workmanship and Mode of Measurement : The workmanship and mode of measurement shall be as
stipulated in the specification for brick work as applicable stated earlier and concrete block masonry with 140 mm.
thick block shall be measured in sqm. nearest to two places of decimals of a metre. The rate quoted shall include cost
of all materials, labour including form work in casting the blocks, curing, transporting, handling, hoisting the blocks to
proper level, curing masonry etc. complete.
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16.

CEMENT CONCRETE FLOORING (IPS) :

16.0 SCOPE OF WORK :

The work covered under this specification consists of providing and laying at all levels and floors, flooring of
different types, strictly in accordance with these specifications and relevant drawings.
16.1 CEMENT CONCRETE FLOORING (INDIAN PATENT STONE) :
16.1.1 Materials : The specifications for materials, grading, mixing and the quantity of water to be added
shall generally conform to their relevant specifications described under plain and reinforced concrete. The
maximum size of coarse aggregate shall be 10 mm. The fine aggregate shall consist of properly graded sand.
Concrete shall be mixed preferably by machine, and hand mixing shall be avoided as far as practicable.
16.1.2 Preparation of Base : The base concrete surface shall be thoroughly chipped to remove laitance,
caked mortar, loose sand, dirt etc. cleaned with wire brush and washed clean and watered until no more water is
absorbed. Where the base concrete has hardened so much that roughening the surface by wire brushes is not
possible, the same shall be roughened by chipping or hacking at close intervals. The surface shall be soaked
with water for at least 12 hours and surface water removed and dried before laying the topping. Before laying the
concrete, cement slurry at 2.75 kg./ sqm. of surface shall be applied for better bond. Concrete flooring shall then
be laid in alternate bays in pattern and joints, wide/ flush as per drawing. The edge of each panel into which the floor
is divided shall be supported by wooden or metal strips duly oiled to prevent sticking. The panels shall be of uniform
size and, unless otherwise specified, no dimension of panel shall exceed 2 m. and the area of a panel shall not be
more than 2 sqm. However, the exact size of panel shall be decided by the Engineer-in-Charge to suit the size of the
room. The joints in the floor finish shall extend through the borders and skirting/dado. The border shall have mitred
joints at the corners of the room. Where glass/ aluminium dividing strips are proposed to be provided, the same shall
be fixed in cement mortar 1:2 @ 600 mm. centres or as specified in the schedule for full depth of the finished floor.
The depth of dividing strips shall be the thickness as proposed for the finished floor in the item. In the case of
flush joins, alternate panels only may be cast on same day. At least 48 hours shall elapse before the concreting of
adjacent bay is commenced.
16.1.3 Mixing : The topping concrete shall be of mix of one part of cement, two parts of sand and 4 parts of
well graded stone chips of 10 mm. maximum size. The ingredients shall be thoroughly mixed with just sufficient
water to the required plasticity, having water cement ratio not more than 0.4.
16.1.4 Laying : The free water on the surface of the base shall be removed and a coat of cement slurry
to the consistency of thick cream shall be brushed on the surface. On this fresh grouted base, the prepared
cement concrete shall be laid immediately after mixing. The concrete shall be spread evenly and laid immediately
after mixing. The concrete shall be spread and levelled carefully. The concrete shall be completed and brought to
the specified levels by means of a heavy straight edge resting on the side forms and down ahead with a sawing
motion in combination with a series of lifts and drops alternatively with small lateral shifts, either mechanically
or manually as directed by the Engineer-in-Charge.
While concreting the adjacent bays, care shall be taken to ensure that the edges of the previously laid bays are
not broken by carelessness or hand tamping. Immediately after laying the concrete, the surface shall be inspected
for high or low spots and any needed correction made up by adding or removing the concrete and whole surface
is again levelled. When the layer is made even, the surface shall be completed by ramming or beating and then
screed to a uniform line and level. Before the initial set commences, the surface shall be trowelled to smooth and
even surface free from defects and blemishes and tested with straight edges. No dry cement or mixture of dry cement
and sand shall be sprinkled directly or empty gunny bags spread over the surface of the concrete to absorb excess
water coming on top due to floating.
16.1.5 Finishing the Surface : After the concrete has been fully compacted, it shall be finished by trowelling
or floating. Finishing operations shall start shortly after the compaction of concrete and shall be spread over a period
of one to six hours depending upon the temperature and atmospheric conditions. The surface shall be trowelled
intermittently at intervals for several times so as to produce a uniform and hard surface. The satisfactory resistance
of floor to wear depends largely upon the care with which trowelling is carried out. The object of trowelling is to
produce as hard and close knit a surface as possible. The time interval allowed between successive trowelling is
very important. Immediately after laying only just sufficient trowelling shall be done to give a level surface.
Excessive trowelling in the earlier stages shall be avoided as this tends to work a layer rich in cement to the surface,
some time. After the first trowelling, the duration depending upon the temperature, atmospheric conditions and
the rate of setting of cement used, the surface shall be retrowelled many times at intervals to close any pores in
the surface, and to bring to surface and scrap off any excess water in concrete or laitance (it shall not
be trowelled back into the topping). The final trowelling shall be done well before the concrete has become too hard
but at such a time that considerable pressure is required to make any impression on the surface. Trowelling of rich mix
of dry cement and fine aggregate on to the surface shall not be permitted. Trowel marks should not be seen on the
finished surface.
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Where broom finish is specified, after the concrete has been thoroughly compacted, and when most of the
surface water has disappeared, the surface shall be given broom finish with an approved type of brass or M.S.
fiber. The broom shall be pulled gently over the surface from edge to edge in such a manner that corrugation shall
be uniform in width and depth, the depth shall be not more than 1.5 mm. Brooming shall be done when the concrete
is in such a condition that the surface will not be torn or unduly roughened by the operation. Coarse or long bristles
which cause irregularities or deep corrugation shall be trimmed out. Brooms which are worn or otherwise
unsatisfactory shall be discarded.
After the concrete in the bays has set, the joints of the panels should be filled with cement cream and neatly
floated smooth or jointed. Care should be taken that just the minimum quantity of cream for joint is used and excess
spilling over the already finished surface shall be removed when the cream is still green.
In case of wide joints the same shall be filled with pigmented cement concrete (1:2:4) using approved
pigment and the joint shall be finished in perfectly straight line.
16.1.6 Steel Trowel Finish : Areas where Marblex tiles are proposed to be used are required to have base
concrete finished smooth by steel trowel.
16.1.7 Curing : The completed flooring shall be protected from sun, wind and rain for the first two days and
movement of persons over the floor is prohibited during this period. The finished surface shall be covered and cured
continuously form the next day after finishing, at least for a period of 7 days. Bunding with murrum for curing is
prohibited as it will leave permanent stain on the finished floor.
Curing shall be done by spreading sand and kept damp throughout the curing period of seven days
minimum. The surface shall be protected from any damage to it whatsoever. The surface shall then be allowed to
dry slowly. All corners, junctions of floor with plastered wall surface shall be rounded off when required at no
extra cost.
16.1.8 Mode of Measurement : The rate for flooring and skirting shall be in square metre of the area
covered.
The length and width of the flooring shall be measured net between the faces of skirting or dado or plastered
faces of walls which is the proudest.
All openings in flooring exceeding 0.1 sqm. in area where flooring is not done shall be deducted and net
areas only shall be measured and paid for. Flooring under dado, skirting or plaster shall not be measured for
payment.
Nothing extra shall be paid for laying the floor at different levels in the same room.
The dimensions shall be measured upto two places of decimals of a metre and area worked out upto two
places of decimal of a square metre.
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17.

IRONITE (OR HARDONATE) FLOORING.

17.1 GENERAL : To withstand heavy wear and tear, concrete flooring with metallic concrete hardening
compound such as Ironite/ hardonate shall be laid as wearing layer as detailed below:
17.2 METALLIC CONCRETE HARDENING COMPOUND : The
metallic compound shall be Ironite/
Hardonate of approved quality consisting of uniformly graded iron particles, free from non-ferrous metal particles,
oil, grease and soluble alkaline compound.
17.3 CEMENT CONCRETE UNDER LAYER : Cement concrete flooring of specified thickness and mix shall
be laid as specified and generally conforming to specifications laid down for cement concrete flooring. The top surface
shall be roughened with brushes while the concrete is still green and the form shall be kept projecting up 12 mm. over
the concrete surfaces, to receive the metallic hardening compound topping.
17.4 METALLIC CONCRETE HARDENER TOPPING : This shall consist of 12mm. thick layer of mix 1:2 (1 part
of cement mixed with hardener: 2 parts of stone aggregate of 6 mm. nominal size by volume). The metallic concrete
hardener compound being mixed with cement in the ratio of 1:4 (1 metallic concrete hardener: 4 cement used by
weight) or as specified by the manufacturer. Concrete hardener shall be dry mixed thoroughly with cement on a
clean dry pucca platform. This dry mixture shall then mixed with stone aggregate 6mm. nominal size or as otherwise
specified in the ratio of 1:2 (1 cement mixed with hardener: 2 stone aggregate) by volume, and well turned over.
Just enough water shall then be added to this dry mix as required for floor concrete, water cement ratio not exceeding
0.4.
The mixture so obtained shall be laid in 12mm. thickness, on cement concrete floor within 1 to 4 hours of its
laying. The topping shall be laid true to provide a uniform and even surface. It shall be firmly pressed into the bottom
concrete so as to have good bond with it. The concrete shall be compacted well mechanically. Manual
compaction will not be permitted unless approved by the Engineer-in-charge. After the initial set has started, the
surface shall be finished smooth and true to slope with steel floats.
17.5 CURING, PRECAUTIONS, MEASUREMENTS ETC. : Specifications for curing, precautions, quantity
measurements etc. shall be same as specified for cement concrete flooring.
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18. CEMENT CONCRETE FLOORING WITH RED OXIDE TOPPING :

18.1 GENERAL : Red oxide of iron when used, gives an improved appearance to concrete flooring. The
specifications shall be as under.
18.2 RED OXIDE OF IRON : Red oxide powder as the name indicates is a fine powder of iron oxide, red in
colour normally available in market shall be obtained in adequate quantity and stores in clean dry place.
18.3 PREPARATION OF BASE : The specifications for cement concrete flooring (I.P.S.) shall be followed for
this work also.
18.4 UNDER LAYERS : The under layer of flooring of specified thickness shall be of cement concrete
1:2:4 mix using 10mm. maximum size coarse aggregate. The dividing strips of aluminium or glass if required to
be retained shall not be removed and kept in position properly. After the consolidation is over, the top surface
shall be left rough by drawing diagonal lines 2 mm. deep at 75 mm. centres both ways.
18.5 TOP LAYER : 18.5.1 Mortar: The top layer shall consist of uniform and smooth layer of specified
thickness and of mix 1.3 ( 1 cement: 3 coarse sand) and finished with a floating coat of neat cement. The cement
shall be mixed dry with red oxide powder in the proportion of 3.5 kg. of red oxide to 50kg. (1 bag) of cement. This
mixture shall be used in both the cases i.e. for mixing mortar for top layer and also for floating coat. Full quantity of
materials required for one room shall be mixed and kept ready to ensure uniform colour. Net mortar shall be
prepared in usual manner.
18.5.2 Laying of Top Layer : The top plaster shall be done the following day after the under layer is laid. The
plaster shall be done to specified thickness (normally 10 mm.) and finished smooth with cement and red oxide slurry
at 2.2 kg. of cement red oxide mix per sqm. The surface shall be polished smooth with polishing stones.
Alternate panels shall then be taken in hand for laying under layers, top layers as process repeated.
Rounding at the junction with the wall shall be done, if required, to a radius of 25 mm.
18.6 CURING : Similar to Cement concrete flooring (IPS)..
18.7 MODE OF MEASUREMENT : Similar to Cement concrete flooring (IPS).
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GENERAL NOTE FOR ALL TILING WORKS:

Where the size of flooring files and height of risers, skirting or dado does not admit full size of other finished size tiles,
the tile(s) are to be cut / sawn to the required size and nothing extra shall be paid for the same.

19.
19. TERRAZZO / CEMENT TILE FLOORING, SKIRTING/ DADO ETC. :
19.1 MORTARS :
19.1.1 Lime Mortar : Deleted
19.1.2 Cement Mortar : This shall be prepared by mixing cement and sand in specified proportions given in
schedule of quantities, in a mixer. Hand mixing will not be allowed.
19.1.2.1 Proportioning : The unit of measurement for cement shall be a bag of cement weighing 50 kg. and
this shall be taken as 0.035 cum.. Sand in specified proportion shall be measured in boxes of suitable size. It shall be
measured on the basis of its dry volume. In case of damp sand, its quantity shall be increased suitably to allow for
bulkage which shall be determined as per IS specifications and as per the method given herein before.
19.1.2.2. Mixing : The mixing of mortar shall be done at site of work in mechanical mixer. Hand mixing, if
permitted, shall be done as directed by the Engineer-in-charge.
19.1.2.3 Mixing in Mechanical Mixer : Cement and sand in the specified proportion shall be mixed dry
thoroughly in mixer. Water shall then be added gradually and wet mixing continued for atleast one minute. Care
shall be taken not to add more water than that shall bring the mortar to the consistency of a stiff paste.
Only the quantity of mortar, which can be used within 30 minutes of its mixing shall be prepared at a time.
Mixer shall be cleaned with water each time, before suspending the work.
19.1.2.4 Hand Mixing : The measured quantity of sand shall be levelled on clean masonry platform and
cement bags emptied on top. In hand mixing the quantity of cement shall be increased by 5% above the specified,
with no extra cost to the Department. The cement and sand shall be thoroughly mixed dry by being turned over and
over backwards and forwards several time till the mix is of a uniform colour. The quantity of dry mix which shall be
used within 30 minutes shall then be mixed in thoroughly with just sufficient quantity of water to bring the mortar
to the consistency of a stiff paste. Mixing of mortar on floor slabs or landings of staircase shall not be allowed.
19.1.3 General : Mortar shall be used as soon as possible after mixing and before it has begun to set, and in
any case within 30 minutes after the water is added to the dry mixture. Mortar unused for more than 30 minutes
shall be rejected and removed from the site of work.
19.2 MATERIALS : The terrazzo/ cement tiles for flooring and skirting shall be hydraulically pressed under a
minimum pressure of 140 kg./sqcm. and shall conform to I.S. 1237-1959 in respect of constituent materials,
manufacture, shape, tolerances, wearing layers, colour, appearance, general quality of tiles, strength, resistance to
wear, water absorption and other tests. The tile shall be nominal size and thickness as specified in the schedule
for flooring, skirting, dado work etc. and shall be of approved make.
Department shall be at liberty to inspect the manufacture of tiles even at the factory to ascertain whether the
manufacture is as per the approved tiles for its quality of materials and manufacture. Tiles to be used for skirting
and dado shall be semipolished before placing in position. Contractor shall submit samples for flooring and
skirting tile for approval of the Engineer-in-charge. The Engineer-in-charge may direct new samples made
with varying proportions, sizes and colour of terrazzo chips against varying base before conveying his decision
about the approved samples. No claims will be entertained for rejected samples. The contractor shall ensure the
terrazzo finish as per approved sample for the entire qty. of tiles, by dry mixing of the cement, marble chips,
powder, white cement, pigments etc. in the same proportions. For wearing layer of all tiles, the contractor shall use
the cement from one consignment only to ensure uniformity in background colour/ shade.
If there is a doubt about the quality of the tiles, they shall be tested from each consignment as specified in I.S.
1237-1959 and cost of testing shall be borne by the contractor. Sample tiles after being approved shall be kept with
the Engineer-in-Charge for reference till the completion of the work. All tiles which are to be incorporated in the
work shall strictly conform to the approved samples.
The tiles shall be stored in room or under such cover as will prevent exposure to dampness, sun, rain,
accidental injury or staining. Tiles to be incorporated in the work shall be immersed in water for a minimum period
of 6 hours before use.
19.3 BEDDING/ BACKING COAT :
In case of flooring / skirting, the mortar bedding / backing shall be of cement mortar of specified thickness and mix
as specified in the schedule of work.. All the ingredients of cement mortar shall be got approved by the Engineer-incharge before incorporating in the work.

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19.4 CLEANING OF SURFACE & LAYING OF CEMENT MORTAR BEDDING :

Before laying the cement mortar bedding the concrete floor surface shall be thoroughly hacked, cleaned of all
mortar scales, concrete lumps etc. brushed, washed with water to remove mud, dirt etc. from the surface and shall be
thoroughly wetted. Until and unless the surface is approved by the Engineer-in-charge, the flooring shall not be
started. A bedding of cement mortar (1:4 of specified thickness or more if required to make up the level or grade) shall
be laid evenly and to the required slopes as directed. The terrazzo tiles shall then be laid immediately after laying the
mortar. All tiles shall be truly and evenly set in a thick slurry of cement of honey like consistency applied to the sides
and bottom and over the prepared base at the rate of 4.4 kg/sqm over such an area would accommodate about 20
tiles. The tiles shall then be tamped down with wooden mallet until they are properly bedded and exactly in true plane
and line, with the adjacent tiles. Care shall be taken to ensure that the tiles are solidly bedded without voids and air
pockets. All tiles shall be extended upto the unplastered surfaces of masonry walls/ RCC columns/ RCC walls.
Wherever full tiles / half tiles can not be fixed, tiles shall be cut /sawn from full tile to the required size and their edges
rubbed smooth to ensure a straight and true joint. The tiles shall be close jointed in matching cement slurry and the
cement slurry oozing out through the thin joints shall be immediately wiped clean. The joints between the tiles shall not
be greater than 1.5 mm. and shall be kept in straight lines or to suit the required pattern. The junction between wall
plaster and tile work shall be finished neatly and without any waviness. All tiles shall be laid as to have continuous
lines from various rooms to the passage. No change of lines shall be permitted at junction between rooms and
passage. The joints shall be fine and made neatly indistinguishable by grouting of the joints @ 2.20 kg/sqm of grey
cement slurry mixed with suitable colouring pigments to match with the tiles. People should not be allowed to walk
over the freshly laid tiles.
Adjustment of levels in thickness of mortar bedding due to different type of flooring if any, shall be done by the
contractor within a reasonable limit/distance as directed by the Engineer-in-Charge without any extra cost to the
Department.

19.5 CURING, POLISHING & FINISHING:

The day after the tiles are laid, all joints shall be cleaned of the grey cement grout with a wire brush or trowel
to a depth of 5mm. and all dust and loose mortar removed and cleaned. Joints shall then be grouted with grey or
white cement mixed with or without pigment to match the shade of the topping of the wearing layer of the tiles.
The floor shall then be kept wet for a minimum period of 7 days. The surface shall thereafter be ground evenly
with machine fitted with coarse grade grit blocks (No. 60 ). Water shall be used profusely with grinding. After
grinding, the surface shall be thoroughly washed, remove all grindings, mud cleaned and mopped, and the
joints opened out during grinding shall be grouted once again wherever necessary with matching cement. The
surface shall be again cured. The second grinding shall then be carried out with machine fitted with fine grade grit
blocks (No. 120) and shall be grouted again the opened out joints with matching cement.
The final grinding with machine fitted with the finest grade grit blocks (NO.320) shall be carried out the
day after the second grinding described in the preceding para or before handing over the floor as ordered by the
Engineer-in-charge.
For small areas or where circumstances so required, hand polishing may be permitted in lieu of machine
polishing after laying, entirely at the discretion of the Engineer-in-charge. For hand polishing, the following
carborundum stone shall be used. The polishing shall be done in such a manner that there are no visible scratches on
the terrazzo tiles. If scratches are observed, the tiles shall be removed and replaced by new tiles.
1st Grinding

Coarse Grade stone ( No. 60)

2nd Grinding

Coarse Grade stone ( No. 60)

Final Grinding

Fine grade stone (No. 120)

In all other respects, the process shall be similar as for machine polishing. After the final polish, oxalic
acid crystals ground into powder shall be dusted over the surface (@ 2/3 1b per 100 sft. or 32.5 gm. per sqm.),
sprinkled water and rubbed hard with Namdah block (pad of woolen rags). The following day the floor shall be
wiped with a moist rag and dried with a soft cloth and finished clean. If any tile is disturbed or damaged, it shall be
refitted or replaced, properly jointed and polished.
The finished floor shall not sound hollow when tapped with a wooden mallet.

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19.6 TERRAZZO / CEMENT TILE SKIRTING :

Terrazzo tile in skirting shall be of size as specified in schedule of quantities or as directed by the Engineer-incharge, hydraulically pressed and shall be obtained from the same source as for the terrazzo/ cement tiles for
flooring. The design and shade of the skirting tiles shall be exactly similar to that of flooring tiles. The specifications
for materials and workmanship shall be same as for flooring except that the skirting tile shall be laid against a 12 mm.
thick backing of cement mortar 1:3 to the full height of skirting, thus allowing uniform projection beyond the
plastered surfaces. In case of dado, the back of tiles shall be buttered with a coat of grey cement slurry/paste and
edges with grey or white cement slurry/paste as the case may be, with or without pigment to match the shade of tiles
and set in the backing/bedding mortar. Any cutting of brick work, concrete etc. required due to unevenness of brick
surface shall be carried out at no extra cost to the Department to maintain this uniform projection beyond the
plastered surfaces.
The skirting tiles shall be true in plane, line, level and plumb or in slope. The vertical lines of skirting tiles should
be in line with that of flooring tile lines. The colour of the skirting tile and floor tile shall match. The undone portion
of plaster work left above the terrazzo tile skirting work shall be finished round or as directed by the Engineer-incharge in the matching plaster. The item of plastering shall be inclusive of this plaster finishing above the skirting
tiles, required to be done after laying of skirting tiles. No additional payment will be admissible for this extra
operation.
19.7 SAMPLING AND TEST:
Tiles required for carrying out tests described below shall be taken by random sampling. Each tile samples
shall be marked to identify the consignment from which it was selected. Minimum quantity of tiles for carrying out the
test and frequency of test shall be as per IS : 13801. Cost of these tests shall be borne by the contractor.
Mandatory Tests

No. of
Samples

Results

a) For conformity to requirements of

shape and dimensions, wearing layer
and general quality.

12 tiles

Concavity & Convexity shall not exceed 1 mm.

Perpendicularity shall not exceed 2% of the length of edge.
Straightness shall not exceed 1% of the length of the edge.

b) For wet transverse strength test

6 tiles

Strength shall not be less than 30 kgf/cm

c) For resistance to wear test

6 tiles

Average wear shall not exceed 3.50 mm and wear on

individual specimen shall not exceed 4 mm.

d) For water absorption test

6 tiles

Shall not be more than 10%

19.8 MODE OF MEASUREMENT :

The length and / or width of the flooring / skirting / dado shall be measured net between the faces of skirting or
dado or plaster faces of walls which is the proudest, and height of skirting / dado shall be measured from the finished
level of floor. All openings exceeding 0.1 sqm. in area where tiling is not done shall be deducted and net areas only
shall be measured and paid for. Flooring under dado, skirting or plaster shall not be measured for payment. Nothing
extra shall be paid for use of cut tiles nor for laying the floor at different levels in the same room.
All dimensions shall be measured correct upto 2 places of decimal of a meter and area so worked out shall be
correct upto two places of decimal of a sqm. for flooring, skirting, dado etc.
Note: Wastage in tile cutting to get the required dimension of rooms etc. as specified in drawing or as directed by
the Engineer-in-charge shall have to be taken into consideration by contractor while quoting the rate for work to be
measured as above. No extra claim on this account will be entertained.

19.9 PLAIN CEMENT TILE FLOORING & SKIRTING :

The specifications, mode of measurements etc. in respect of terrazzo tiles in flooring and skirting shall be applicable in
general to plain cement tiles except that no marble chips & white cement shall be used in tile manufacture.
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20. IN-SITU TERRAZZO FLOORS, SKIRTING, TREADS OF STAIRCASE, WINDOW SILLS ETC.
20.1 FLOORING :
In situ terrazzo flooring, the underlayer shall consists of cement concrete mix 1:2:4 (the maximum size of
aggregate used shall not exceed 10 mm.) the thickness of which shall be as specified in item of schedule of
quantities.
The terrazzo topping shall consist of white cement or grey cement wherever specified in the schedule of
quantity with or without pigment and marble chips of best approved quality, shade and grade all mixed in proper
proportion as provided in I.S. 2114 and/ or approved by the Engineer-in-charge. The total combined thickness of the
underlayer and topping shall as provided in the I.S. Specification and as specified and approved by the Engineer-inCharge.
The floor surface shall be thoroughly cleaned of all dirt, dust, laitance and loose material, thoroughly wet with
water and then smeared with cement slurry. Cement concrete under layer immediately be laid in regular bays not
exceeding 1.5 sqm. in area or as directed and allowed to harden. The surface of screed shall be well scratched
whilst it is not sufficiently hard to form key for terrazzo topping. 25 x 1.5 mm. aluminium dividing strips or 3mm. thick
glass dividing strips whichever specified in the item of schedule of quantities shall be placed to form bays as
directed. When the screed has sufficiently hardened but not later than 24 hours, it shall be thoroughly cleaned down,
washed with water and brushed over with neat cement slurry of about the consistency of thick cream. Terrazzo top
layer shall then be laid in alternative bays in plastic condition, well troweled into position. Surplus moisture and
cement slurry from surface shall be removed and allowed to set sufficiently hard to stand machine or hand grinding,
thoroughly cleaned to reveal surface voids, and grouted with neat cement of the same tint as used in terrazzo.
When dry and hard, machine grinding with grit blocks as per specifications for terrazzo tiles shall be done with 3
to 5 days between successive grinding during which the terrazzo shall be cured and grouted with neat cement of
same tint, if required. The entire surface shall then be kept wet for at least seven days. The edges of treads and
window sills shall have straight edges and corners properly rounded up. In case of window sills, only top layers is
covered under the relevant item and concrete base layer under RCC item. The window sills and treads of staircase
shall be hand polished instead of machine polished.
Cleaning and applying oxalic acid shall be same as specified for terrazzo tile flooring.

20.2 IN-SITU SKIRTING & DADO ETC. :

In situ skirting and dado shall be as specified in the schedule of finishes.
The surface shall be prepared as per plastering work where required by the architects, the dado or skirting
shall be sectionalised as for in situ floor. If shown and required, the junction of the floor and dado shall be rounded
to a proper, neat and uniform round to the satisfaction of the Engineer-in-charge. After the work is complete, the
surface shall be kept continuously wet for 7 days. Unless otherwise specified, skirting and dado shall match the
floor.
Terrazzo skirting and dado shall consist of under coat of 1:4 cement- sand plaster of the thickness specified.
This shall be laid simultaneously with the borders of the flooring and same joints as in the floor shall continue. The
topping shall be terrazzo as per specifications for in-situ terrazzo flooring except that in-situ polishing shall be done by
hand to the satisfaction of Engineer-in-charge. 1.5 mm. thick aluminium strip joint ( wherever mentioned 3mm.
glass strips shall be fixed) shall be provided in situ terrazzo in both direction or as directed. Care shall be taken to
see that the terrazzo in skirting and dado matches the floors. The dado work in columns shall be done in one
operation for the full height of the column. The shape of the finished surface shall be uniform for all such columns
treated and checked for its accuracy during the progress of work.

20.3 MODE OF MEASUREMENT :

Mode of measurement for cast-in-situ terrazzo flooring and dado shall be same as per terrazzo tile flooring and
skirting.
The rate shall include all materials, curing, rounding of junctions, labour, scaffoldings etc..

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21. KOTAH STONE FLOORING/ SKIRTING/ FACIA / SHELVES :

21.1 MATERIALS : . The stone shall be hard, sound, durable, homogeneous in texture and resistant to wear.
These shall be without any soft veins, cracks or flaws and shall have uniform colour. They shall have natural surface free
from broken flakes on top. Hand cut/ machine cut for exposed edges and machine polished. Kotah stone shall be of the
best quality and of the specified thickness, size and the shade, which shall be got approved by the Engineer-in-charge.
The slabs / tiles shall be rectangular or square in shape or as per pattern shown in drawing and as directed by the
Engineer-in-charge. The sizes given in schedule of quantities are tentative and can vary only slightly as per the
availability in the market. The thickness of the slab after it is dressed shall be 20, 25, 30 or 40 mm as specified in the
item. Tolerance of (+/-) 2 mm shall be allowed for the thickness. In respect of length & width, tolerance in length & width
shall be permissible upto (+/-) 5 mm for hand cut slabs & (+/-) 2 mm for machine cut slabs. At its thinnest, no stone shall
be thinner than the specified thickness.
Uniformity of size and colour / shade shall generally be maintained for the stones used in any one room. The
exposed surface shall be machine polished to a smooth, even and true plane and the edges hand cut and dressed true
and squares. The evenness of the surface of slabs and edges of the slab shall not be marred by careless dressing or
handling and no patching up shall be allowed for the slab. The edges shall be quite straight. The under face may be left
as required or rough dressed. Before taking up the work, samples of stone slabs to be used and their dressing and
polishing shall be got approved by the Engineer-in-charge and kept in his office as approved sample and the stone slabs
to be used shall conform to the same.
21.2 BEDDING/ BACKING COAT : In case of flooring / skirting / dado, the mortar bedding / backing shall be of
cement mortar of thickness and mix specified in the schedule of work.
21.3 CEMENT MORTAR : Cement mortar bedding shall be as specified under relevant specification for
terrazzo/ plain cement tile flooring.
21.4 CONSTRUCTION DETAILS : Cement mortar as specified for bedding shall be uniformly mixed. The
amount of water added shall be the minimum necessary to give just sufficient plasticity for laying and satisfactory
bedding. Care shall be taken in preparing the mortar to ensure that there are no hard lumps that would interfere with
the even bedding of the stones. Before spreading the mortar, the sub-floor or base shall be cleaned of all dirt, set
mortar scum or laitance and of loose materials by hacking and brought to original levels and then well wetted
without forming pool of water on surfaces.
21.5 FIXING THE STONE SLAB/ TILE : Before laying, the stone shall be thoroughly wetted with clean water,
neat cement grout (2.75 kg/ sqm.) of honey like consistency shall be spread on the mortar bed over as much areas
as could be covered with the slabs within half an hour. The specified type of stone shall be laid on the neat cement
float and shall be evenly and firmly bedded to the required level and slope in the mortar bed. Each stone shall be
gently tapped with wooden mallet till it is firmly and properly bedded.
There shall be no hollows left. If there is a hollow sound on gently tapping off the slab, such slab shall be
removed and reset properly. The joints shall be grouted with matching cement slurry. Approved pigment shall be
used in cement slurry to match with shade of stone. Pigment required to match the shade of stone shall be supplied
by the contractor at no extra cost. The stone adjoining the wall shall go about 12mm. under the plaster, skirting or
dado for the wall. All stone slabs, tiles shall be so laid as to have continuous lines from various rooms to the corridors.
No change of lines shall be permitted at junction between rooms and corridors. Only one piece machine cut, Kotah
stone shall be used for treads and risers, unless otherwise specified in the tender schedule..
21.6 CURING : The work shall be kept well wetted with damp sand or water for seven days.
21.7 POLISHING AND CLEANING : When the bedding and joints have completely set and attained required
strength, the surface shall be machine polished to give smooth, even and true plane to the flooring. All flooring shall
be thoroughly cleaned and handed over free from any mortar stains etc. Polishing shall be done as per relevant IS
and IS-14223 (Specification for polished building stones).
21.8 SKIRTING AND DADO/ FACIA : The quality and type of stone shall be same as mentioned for flooring
except of their height and thickness or backing coat which shall be as mentioned in item schedule. The backing shall
conform to the specifications for cement mortar specified for item of terrazzo tiles. Contractor should take into
consideration the fact that touching up of the plaster at the junction of skirting / dado is invariably done after the
skirting/ dado/ facia work is completed and quote rates accordingly. Nothing extra for the same shall be entertained.

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Fixing, curing, polishing and cleaning shall be as specified herein before under cement/ terrazzo tile skirting.
Polishing may be done by hand, but a smooth surface and fine polishing shall be obtained. Joints shall be finished in
neat matching cement slurry. The junction of plaster and the upper edges of the dado/ skirting shall be finished
smoothly as directed by the Engineer-in-charge without any extra cost.
21.9 MODE OF MEASUREMENTS : Flooring, skirting and dado/ facia shall be measured same as that for
terrazzo cement tile, flooring/ skirting/ dado. Unless otherwise specified, shelves shall be paid on area basis in sqm.
calculated to two places of decimal, where length and breadth shall be measured inclusive of bearings correct to a cm.
The permissible tolerance in the specified thickness shall be (+/-) 2 mm.
Note : Wastage in obtaining the required machine cut, hand cut sizes as specified from the commercial sizes
available in market shall be taken into consideration by contractor while quoting the rate for work and no extra
claim on this account shall be entertained.

21.10 TANDUR STONE / CUDDAPPA STONE / POLISHED SHAHABAD STONE / BLUE WADI STONE
FLOORING / SKIRTING / DADO: The specifications for these items shall be similar to those for Kotah stone as above.
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22. GLAZED TILE FLOORING, DADO/ SKIRTING/ FACIA.

22.1 MATERIALS :
White Glazed Tiles : The tiles shall be of approved make and shall generally conform to IS : 777. They shall be
flat and true to shape and free from cracks, blisters, welts, crawling, crazing spots, chipped edges, corners or other
imperfections detracting from their appearance. The glazing shall be of uniform shade.
The tiles shall be of square or rectangular of nominal sizes such as 300x200mm, 150x150mm, 100x100mm,
100x200mm or other as directed by the EIC. The length of all four sides shall be measured correct to 0.1 mm and
average length-breadth shall not vary more than (+ / -) 0.8 mm from specified dimensions. The variation of individual
dimensions from average value of length/breadth shall not exceed (+ / -) 0.5 mm. Tolerance in thickness shall be (+ / ) 0.4 mm. Size of tiles different form the specified one, may be allowed to be used with prior approval of the EIC.
The thickness of the tiles shall not be less than 5 mm or as specified in the items and shall confirm to I.S. 777 in
all respects. Samples of tiles shall be got approved by the Engineer-in-charge before use on the work. Top surface of
tile shall be glossy or matt as specified. The underside of tiles shall not have glaze on more than 5% of the area in
order to have proper adherence to the back.
22.2 PREPARATION OF SURFACE & LAYING :
Sub grade concrete or RCC slab or side brick wall/ or plastered surfaces on which tiles are to be laid
shall be cleaned, wetted and mopped as specified for terrazzo tile flooring.
The bedding/backing for the tile shall be of C.M. 1.3 or as specified and shall be applied and allowed to harden.
The mortar shall be roughened with wire brushes or by scratching diagonal lines 1.5mm. deep at 7.5mm. centre both
ways.
The back of tiles shall be buttered with a coat of grey cement slurry paste and edges with white cement
slurry and set in the bedding mortar. The tiles shall be tapped gently with wooden mallet and corrected to proper
planes and lines. The tile shall be butt jointed in pattern and joints shall be as fine as possible. The top of skirting/
dado shall be truly horizontal and joints truly vertical.
After a period of curing of 7 days minimum, the tiles shall be cleaned and shall not sound hollow when tapped.
The surface during laying shall be checked with a straight edge 2 m. long. Where full size tiles cannot be fixed,
these shall be cut/sawn to the required size & their edges rubbed smooth to ensure straight and true joints.
Tiles shall enter not less than 10mm. under side skirting.
After the tiles have been laid, surplus cement grout shall be cleaned off.
22.3 MORTAR AND BEDDING :
Cement mortar for bedding shall be of proportion specified in items schedule and shall conform to the
specification for materials, preparations etc. as specified under cement mortar. The amount of water added while
preparing mortar shall be the minimum necessary to give sufficient plasticity for laying. Care shall be taken in
preparation of the mortar to ensure that there are no hard lumps that would interfere withe even bedding of the tiles.
Before spreading the mortar bed the base shall be cleaned of all dirt, scum or laitance and loose materials and well
wetted without forming any pools of water on the surface. The mortar of specified proportion and thickness shall
then be even and smoothly spread over the base by use of screed battens to proper level or slope.
Cement mortar of thickness and proportion as specified in the schedule for dado shall be applied to the
wall after preparing the wall surface as specified under cement plaster 20mm. thick and brought to correct line and
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22.4 FIXING OF TILES FOR FLOORING :

The tiles before laying shall be soaked in water for atleast 2 hours. The tiles shall be laid on the bedding
mortar when it is still plastic but has become sufficiently stiff to offer a fairly firm cushion for the tiles. Tiles which are
fixed on the flooring adjoining the wall shall be so arranged that the surface on the round edge tiles shall correspond
to the skirting or dado. Neat cement mortar grout 1:2, using fine sand (table III, zone-IV and as per I.S. 383 ) of
honey like consistency shall be spread over the bedding mortar just to cover as much area as can be tiled within
half an hour. The edges of the tiles shall be smeared with neat white cement slurry and fixed in this grout one after
the other, each tile being well pressed and gently tapped with a wooden mallet till it is properly bedded and in level
with the adjoining tiles. There shall be no hollows in bed or joints. The joints shall be kept as close as possible and in
straight line. The surface of the flooring during laying shall be frequently checked with a straight edge about 2M long
to obtain a true surface with the required slope. The joints between tiles shall not exceed 1.00 mm. in width. The
joint shall be grouted with white/matching colour cement slurry. After fixing the tiles, finally in an even plane or
slope, the flooring shall be covered with wet sand and allowed undisturbed for 14 days.
22.5 FIXING TILES FOR DADO & SKIRTING/FACIA :
The dado work, shall be done only after fixing the tiles/slabs on the floor. The approved white glazed tiles
before laying shall be soaked in water for atleast 2 hours. Tiles shall be fixed when the cushioning mortar is still
plastic and before it gets very stiff.
The back of the tile shall be covered with this layer of cement mortar 1:2 using fine sand (table III, zone IV, I.S.
383-1963) and the edge of the tile smeared with neat white cement slurry. The tile shall then be pressed in the
mortar and gently tapped against the wall with a wooden mallet. The fixing shall be done from bottom of wall upwards
without any hollows in the bed of joints. Each tile shall be as close as possible to one adjoining. The tiles shall
be jointed with white cement slurry. Any thickness difference in the thickness of the tiles shall be arranged out in
cushioning mortar so that all tiles faces are in one vertical plane. The joints between the tile shall not exceed 1.00
mm. in width and they shall be uniform.
While fixing tiles in dado work, care shall be taken to break the joints vertically. The top of the dado shall be
touched up neatly with the rest of the plaster above.
After fixing the dado/skirting etc. they shall be kept continuously wet for 7 days.
If doors, windows or other openings are located within the dado area, the corners, sills, jambs etc. shall be
provided with true right angles without any specials. The contractor will not be entitled to any extra claims on this
account for cutting of tiles if required.
22.6 CLEANING :
After the tiles have been laid in a room or the days fixing work is completed, the surplus cement grout that may
have come out of the joints shall be cleaned off before it sets. After the complete curing, the dado or skirting over
shall be washed thoroughly clean. In the case of flooring, once the floor has set, the floor shall be carefully
washed clean and dried. When dry, the floor shall be covered with oil free dry saw dust. It shall be removed only
after completion of the construction work and just before the floor is used.
22.7 POINTING AND FINISHING :
The joints shall be cleaned off with wire brush to a depth of 3 mm. and all dust and loose mortar removed. Joints
shall then be flush pointed with white cement and floor kept wet for 7 days and then cleaned. Finished floor shall not
sound hollow when tapped with a wooden mallet.
22.8 MODE OF MEASUREMENT :
Dado/flooring/skirting shall be measured in sqm. correct to two places of decimal. Length and breadth shall
be measured correct to 1 cm. between the exposed surfaces of skirting or dado. No deductions shall be made nor
extra paid for any opening of area upto 0.1 sqm.
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23.
23. CHEQUERED TILES IN STAIR TREADS
TREADS AND LANDINGS :
23.1 SCOPE OF WORK :
The work envisaged under these specifications consists of supplying and laying chequered cement tiles in the
treads of staircase steps and over landings.
23.2 MATERIALS :
Chequered Tiles: The size of tiles including nosing shall be as shown in drawing and shall have the thickness
not less than 28 mm.
The nosing edge of the tile shall be rounded and the front portion of the tiles for a minimum length of 75 mm.
from and including the nosing shall have groves running parallel to the nosing and at centres not exceeding 25 mm.
Beyond that the nosing tiles shall have normal chequered pattern, centre to centre distance being not less than 25
mm. and not more than 50 mm. The nosing shall have the same wearing layers as the top portion of the tile.
The overall thickness of the tile as mentioned earlier shall not be less than 28 mm. with the top layer
measured from the top of the chequers which shall not be less than 6 mm. The tiles shall be given the first grinding
before delivery to site. The tiles shall conform to the specification for terrazzo tiles/cement tiles, in respect of
method of manufacture and the mix of the backing and wearing layers, as specified in the item.
23.3 PREPARATION OF SURFACE AND LAYING :
The method of preparation of surface and laying shall generally be similar to as specified herein before under
terrazzo tile flooring.
23.4 CURING, POLISHING AND FINISHING :
The specifications shall be the same as specified herein before under terrazzo tile flooring except that
polishing of the treads nosing and chequered grooves, after laying shall be done by hand. Special care shall be
taken to polish the nosing and the grooves in such a manner as to get a uniform erection for the grooves and the
nosing and their finish shall match with the finish of the flat portion of the tiles.
23.5 MODE OF THE MEASUREMENT :
Length shall be measured from finished face of skirting, dado or wall plaster correct to a centimetre and the
width shall be measured from the outer edge of the tread to the finished face of riser. In the case of tiles laid over the
landing, the mode of measurement shall be as per terrazzo tiles specifications. The area shall be in square metres
correct to two places of a decimal.
The rate shall include the cost of all materials and labour,
operations described above.

transport, scaffolding etc. required in

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24. MARBLE STONE FLOORING, TREADS, RISERS, SILLS, CLADDING, DADO ETC. :
24.1 MARBLE STONE SLABS :
The colour and quality of marble slabs shall be of the kind of marble specified in item/drawings/as directed
by the Engineer-in-charge. The marble from which the slabs are made, shall be of selected quality, hard, sound,
dense and homogenous in texture, free from cracks, decay, weathering and flaws. Before starting the work, the
contractor shall get the samples of marble slabs approved by the Engineer-in-charge. All slabs which goes into work
shall strictly conform to the samples, failing which the entire materials are likely to be rejected.
The slabs shall be machine polished and machine cut to the dimensions specified in items of schedules of
quantities/drawings and as directed by the Engineer-in-charge.
24.2 DRESSING OF SLABS :
Every stone shall be cut to the required size and shape, fine dressed on all sides to the full depth so that a
straight edge laid along the side of the stone is full in contact with it. The top surface shall also be fine dressed to
remove all waviness. The top surface of slabs shall be machine polished and exposed edges machine cut, or as
specified in the item and as directed by the Engineer-in-charge. All visible angles and edges of the slabs shall be
true, square or as required, and free from chippings and the surface shall be true and plane.
The thickness of the slabs shall be 25 mm. or as specified in the description of item. The minimum size of stone
to be used for various items shall be as mentioned in the schedule of quantities/drawings of this tender. Marble
stones of approved smaller sizes other than mentioned in the schedule of quantities, if required for bands, borders,
flooring etc. shall be provided and laid as directed by the Engineer-in-charge.
Any opening of required size and shape at any desired place in flooring, bands, borders etc. shall be made in
such a way that marble bounded by number of marble stones/slabs. No broken or defaced stone shall be
permitted in the work.
24.3 BEDDING/BACKING MORTAR :
The bedding/backing shall be of cement mortar/lime mortar of mix and thickness as specified in the description
of the item.
24.3.1 Mixing : The mixing of mortar shall be done in mechanical mixer or hand mixing as specified/as
directed by the Engineer-in-Charge.
a) Mixing in Mechanical Mixer : Cement and sand in the specified proportion shall be mixed dry
thoroughly in a mixer. Water shall then be added gradually and wet mixing continued for at least one minute. Care
shall be taken not to add more water than that which shall bring the mortar to the consistency of stiff paste.
Only the quantity of mortar, which can be used within 30 minutes of its mixing shall be prepared at a time.
Mixer shall be cleaned with water each time, before suspending the work.
b) Hand Mixing : If approved by Engineer-in-Charge, hand mixing shall be allowed. The measured quantity
of sand shall be levelled on clean masonry platform and cement bags emptied on top. In hand mixing, the quantity
of cement shall be increased by 5% over the approved constant, with no extra cost to the Department. The cement
and sand shall be thoroughly mixed dry by being turned over and over, backwards and forwards, several times till
the mixture gives an uniform colour. The quantity or dry mix which can be used within 30 minutes shall then be mixed
on masonry through with just sufficient quantity of water to bring the mortar to the consistency of stiff paste.
c) General : Mortar shall be used as soon as possible after mixing and before it has begun to set, and in any
case within 30 minutes after the water is added to the dry mixture. Mortar unused for more than 30 minutes shall
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24.4 LAYING - FLOORING :

Before laying the cement mortar bedding/backing, the concrete/brick, floor/wall surfaces shall be thoroughly
hacked, cleaned of all mortar scales, concrete lumps etc., brushed, washed with water to remove mud, dirt etc. from
the surface and shall be thoroughly wetted. Until and unless the surface is approved by the Engineer-in-Charge,
the flooring shall not be started. A bedding of cement mortar of 20 mm. average thickness with the minimum
thickness at any place under the slab not less than 13mm. shall be laid evenly and to the required slopes as directed.
The marble slabs shall be thoroughly washed and cleaned and then be laid on the bedding/ backing with cement
floating at the rate of 4.39 kg./sqm. All slabs shall be truly and evenly set in a thick cement slurry or paste like
consistency applied to the sides and bottom and over the prepared base. The slabs shall then be tamped down with
a wooden mallet until they are exactly in true plane and line with adjacent slabs. All slabs shall be extended upto the
unplastered surface of masonry walls/RCC columns/RCC walls. The slabs shall be close jointed in matching
cement slurry and the cement slurry coming out through the thin joints shall be immediately wiped clean. The
grains of marble stone shall be matched as shown in drawing or as directed by the Engineer-in-Charge. All slabs
shall be so laid as to have continuous lines from various rooms to the corridors. No change of lines shall be
permitted at junction between rooms and corridor, if the same flooring is specified in both the places.
24.5 MARBLE SILLS, TREADS ETC. :
Marble stone for sills shall be of approved quality. Dressing of stone slab, mortar mix. for
bedding/backing, laying etc. shall be similar to as described above as far as applicable. Marble slabs of specified
thickness and width shall only be provided. The length of the each slab required for the sill shall be of the pattern
which shall coincide with the lines of the mullions of windows where it is laid or as directed by the Engineer-inCharge. Normally it shall not be less than 1.0 m. length.
24.6 MARBLE STONE DADO & CLADDING :
Only machine cut and machine polished marble stone will be used. Brass cramps and brass pins of approved
quality, size and make shall be provided. The brass pins shall be provided at the meeting of two marble slabs
both ways horizontally and vertically. The brass cramps shall be provided at the places approved by the
Engineer-in-Charge. Marble to be used shall be of approved size, colour, type of veins and laid as specified in
schedule of quantities or to the pattern shown in drawings or as directed by the Engineer-in-Charge. Laying of marble
stone shall be similar as stated above as far as applicable.
24.7 POLISHING AND FINISHING :
The polishing and finishing shall be carried out in the similar manner as specified under chapter TERRAZZO /
CEMENT TILES FLOORING, SKIRTING / DADO ETC. as far as it is applicable.
24.8 MEASUREMENT :
Marble stone flooring, sills, treads, risers, dado cladding etc. shall be measured in square metre correct to
two places of decimal. The length and breadth shall be measured between the finished faces correct to two places
of decimal of metre. No deduction shall be made nor extra paid for any opening of area upto 0.05 sqm. Nothing
extra shall be paid for working at different levels.
NOTE : Wastage in marble slab cutting to get the required dimensions, as specified in drawing or as
directed by the Engineer-in-Charge shall be deemed to be considered by the contractor while quoting the rate
for work. The work shall be measured as above and no extra claim will be entertained on this account.
24.9 RATE :
The rate shall include the cost of all materials, transport tools, plants, scaffolding and labour involved in all
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25. CERAMIC TILE FLOORING, DADO / SKIRTING / FACIA.

25-1 MATERIALS :
Ceramic Tiles : The tiles shall be of approved make and shall generally conform to IS : 13712-1998. They shall be
flat and true to shape and free from cracks, blisters, welts, crawling, crazing spots, chipped edges, corners or other
imperfections detracting from their appearance. The glazing shall be of uniform shade.
The tiles shall be of square or rectangular of nominal sizes as mentioned in schedule of quantities and as directed by
the EIC. The length of all four sides shall be measured correct to 0.1 mm and average length-breadth shall not vary
more than (+ / -) 0.8 mm from specified dimensions. The variation of individual dimensions from average value of
length/breadth shall not exeed (+ / -) 0.5 mm. Tolerance in thickness shall be (+ / -) 0.4 mm. Size of tiles different form
the specified one, may be allowed to be used with prior approval of the EIC.
The thickness of the tiles shall not be less than 6 mm or as specified in the items and shall confirm to I.S. 13712 in all
respects. Samples of tiles shall be got approved by the Engineer-in-charge before use on the work. Top surface of
tile shall be glossy or matt as specified. The underside of tiles shall not have glaze on more than 5% of the area in
order to have proper adherence to the back.
25-2 PREPARATION OF SURFACE & LAYING :
Sub grade concrete or RCC slab or side brick wall/ or plastered surfaces on which tiles are to be laid shall be
cleaned, wetted and mopped as specified for terrazzo tile flooring.
The bedding/backing for the tile shall be of C.M. 1.3 or as specified and shall be applied and allowed to harden. The
mortar shall be roughened with wire brushes or by scratching diagonal lines 1.5mm. deep at 7.5mm. centre both
ways.
The back of tiles shall be buttered with a coat of grey cement slurry paste and edges with cement slurry and set in
the bedding mortar. The tiles shall be tapped gently with wooden mallet and corrected to proper planes and lines. The
tile shall be butt jointed in pattern and joints shall be as fine as possible. The top of skirting/ dado shall be truly
horizontal and joints truly vertical.
After a period of curing of 7 days minimum, the tiles shall be cleaned and shall not sound hollow when tapped.
The surface during laying shall be checked with a straight edge 2 m. long. Where full size tiles cannot be fixed, these
shall be cut/sawn to the required size & their edges rubbed smooth to ensure straight and true joints.
Tiles shall enter not less than 10mm. under side skirting.
After the tiles have been laid, surplus cement grout shall be cleaned off.
25-3 MORTAR AND BEDDING :
Cement mortar for bedding shall be of proportion specified in items schedule and shall conform to the specification
for materials, preparations etc. as specified under cement mortar. The amount of water added while preparing mortar
shall be the minimum necessary to give sufficient plasticity for laying. Care shall be taken in preparation of the mortar
to ensure that there are no hard lumps that would interfere withe even bedding of the tiles. Before spreading the mortar
bed the base shall be cleaned of all dirt, scum or laitance and loose materials and well wetted without forming any pools
of water on the surface. The mortar of specified proportion and thickness shall then be even & smoothly spread
over the base by use of screed battens to proper level or slope.
Cement mortar of thickness and proportion as specified in the schedule for dado shall be applied to the wall after
preparing the wall surface as specified under cement plaster as specified in schedule of quantities and brought to
correct line and plumb and the surface left rough to receive the tiles.
25-4 FIXING OF TILES FOR FLOORING :
The tiles before laying shall be soaked in water for atleast 2 hours. The tiles shall be laid on the bedding mortar
when it is still plastic but has become sufficiently stiff to offer a fairly firm cushion for the tiles. Tiles which are fixed
on the flooring adjoining the wall shall be so arranged that the surface on the round edge tiles shall correspond to the
skirting or dado. Neat cement mortar grout 1:2, using fine sand (table III, zone-IV and as per I.S. 383 ) of honey
like consistency shall be spread over the bedding mortar just to cover as much area as can be tiled within half an
hour. The edges of the tiles shall be smeared with neat cement slurry and fixed in this grout one after the other,
each tile being well pressed and gently tapped with a wooden mallet till it is properly bedded and in level with the
adjoining tiles. There shall be no hollows in bed or joints. The joints shall be kept as close as possible and in straight
line. The surface of the flooring during laying shall be frequently checked with a straight edge about 2M long to obtain
a true surface with the required slope. The joints between tiles shall not exceed 1.00 mm. in width. The joint shall be
grouted with /matching colour cement slurry. After fixing the tiles, finally in an even plane or slope, the flooring
shall be covered with wet sand and allowed undisturbed for 14 days.

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25-5 FIXING TILES FOR DADO & SKIRTING/FACIA :

The dado work, shall be done only after fixing the tiles/slabs on the floor. The approved ceramic tiles before
laying shall be soaked in water for atleast 2 hours. Tiles shall be fixed when the cushioning mortar is still plastic and
before it gets very stiff.
The back of the tile shall be covered with this layer of cement mortar 1:2 using fine sand (table III, zone IV, I.S. 3831963) and the edge of the tile smeared with neat cement slurry. The tile shall then be pressed in the mortar and
gently tapped against the wall with a wooden mallet. The fixing shall be done from bottom of wall upwards without any
hollows in the bed of joints. Each tile shall be as close as possible to one adjoining. The tiles shall be jointed
with cement slurry. Any thickness difference in the thickness of the tiles shall be arranged out in cushioning mortar
so that all tiles faces are in one vertical plane. The joints between the tile shall not exceed 1.00 mm. in width and
they shall be uniform.
While fixing tiles in dado work, care shall be taken to break the joints vertically. The top of the dado shall be touched
up neatly with the rest of the plaster above.
After fixing the dado/skirting etc. they shall be kept continuously wet for 7 days.
If doors, windows or other openings are located within the dado area, the corners, sills, jambs etc. shall be provided
with true right angles without any specials. The contractor will not be entitled to any extra claims on this account for
cutting of tiles if required.
25-6 CLEANING :
After the tiles have been laid in a room or the days fixing work is completed, the surplus cement grout that may have
come out of the joints shall be cleaned off before it sets. After the complete curing, the dado or skirting over shall
be washed thoroughly clean. In the case of flooring, once the floor has set, the floor shall be carefully washed
clean and dried. When dry, the floor shall be covered with oil free dry saw dust. It shall be removed only after
completion of the construction work and just before the floor is used.
25-7 POINTING AND FINISHING :
The joints shall be cleaned off with wire brush to a depth of 3 mm. and all dust and loose mortar removed. Joints shall
then be flush pointed with cement and floor kept wet for 7 days and then cleaned. Finished floor shall not sound
hollow when tapped with a wooden mallet.
25-8 MODE OF MEASUREMENT :
Dado/flooring/skirting shall be measured in sqm. correct to two places of decimal. Length and breadth shall be
measured correct to 1 cm. between the exposed surfaces of skirting or dado. No deductions shall be made nor
extra paid for any opening of area upto 0.1 sqm.
The rate shall include all the cost of labour and materials involved.
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26. VITRIFIED TILE

TILE FLOORING,
FLOORING, DADO / SKIRTING / FACIA :
26.1 MATERIALS :
Vitrified Tiles: The tiles shall be of approved make like Marbonite / Granamite or equivalent and shall generally
conform to the approved standards. They shall be flat and true to shape, free from cracks, crazing spots, chipped
edges and corners. Unless otherwise specified, the nominal sizes of tiles shall be as under:
The tiles shall be square or rectangular of nominal sizes such as: 600 x 600 mm; 900 x 900 mm or as per tender
schedule / drawings or as directed by the Engineer-in-Charge. Thickness shall be as per recommendations of the
approved manufacturers.
Technical specifications of the tiles shall be generally conforming to the following standards:
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR VITRIFIED TILES
PROPERTY

EXPECTED STANDARDS

Deviation in length

(+/-) 0.6%

2
3

Straightness of sides
Rectangularity

(+/-) 0.5%
(+/-) 0.6%

Surface flatness

(+/-) 0.5%

5
6

Water absorption
Mohs. hardness

< 0.50%
>6

Flexural strength

> 27 N / mm2

Abrasion resistance

< 204 mm

9
10

Skid resistance (friction coefficient)

Glossiness

> 0.4
Min. 85% reflection

NO

The tiles shall conform to the relevant standards in all respects. Samples of tiles shall be got approved from the
Engineer-in-charge before bulk procurement for incorporation in the work.
26.2 PREPARATION OF SURFACE FOR FLOORING: Following procedure shall be followed:

Sub grade concrete or RCC slab or side brick wall / or plastered surfaces on which tiles are to be laid shall be
cleaned, wetted and mopped as specified for terrazzo tile flooring.

Mortar and bedding: Cement mortar for bedding shall be prepared of mix 1:4 or as specified in the schedule of
items, to a consistent paste and shall conform to the specification for materials, preparations etc. as specified
under cement mortar. The amount of water added while preparing mortar shall be the minimum necessary to give
sufficient plasticity for laying. Care shall be taken in preparation of the mortar to ensure that there are no hard
lumps that would interfere with even bedding of the tiles. Before spreading the mortar bed the base shall be
cleaned off all dirt, scum or laitance and loose materials and well wetted without forming any pools of water on the
surface. The mortar of specified proportion and thickness shall then be evenly and smoothly spread over the base
by use of screed battens to proper level or slope.

Once the mix is prepared, no further water be added and the same shall be used within one hour of adding water.
Apply on an average 20 mm thick bedding of mortar over an area of 1 sqm. at a time over surface of the area for laying
tiles, in proper level and allowed to harden sufficiently to offer a fairly good cushion for the tiles to set..

26.3 LAYING OF TILES FOR FLOORING : The tiling work shall be done as per the pattern shown in the drawing or
as directed by the Engineer-in-Charge. As a general practice laying of tiles shall be commenced from the centre of the
area and advanced towards the walls. Cut tiles, if any, shall be laid along wall with necessary border pattern as shown
/ directed by the Engineer-in-Charge. Tiling work shall be completed by pressing tiles firmly into place along the wall /
floor. A white cement slurry to the back of the tile to be applied to ensure proper and full bedding. The tiles shall be
laid on the bedding mortar when it is still plastic but has become sufficiently stiff to offer a fairly firm cushion for the
tiles. Tiles, which are fixed on the flooring adjoining the wall, shall be so arranged that the surface on the round edge
tiles shall correspond to the skirting or dado. Press gently the tile with wooden mallet for even adherence at the back
of the tile. Do not use an iron hammer or some heavy material to press the tile.
The edges of the tiles shall be smeared with neat white cement slurry and fixed in this grout one after the other, each
tile being well pressed and gently tapped with a wooden mallet till it is properly bedded and in level with the adjoining
tiles. There shall be no hollows in bed or joints. The joints shall be kept as close as possible and in straight line. Unless
otherwise specified, joint-less tiling shall be done butting the tiles with each other. If joint is specified, the same shall
not exceed 1.00 mm. in width. The joint shall be grouted with white / matching colour cement slurry. After fixing the tiles,
finally in an even plane or slope, the flooring shall be covered with wet sand and allowed undisturbed for 14 days.
26.4 FIXING TILES FOR DADO & SKIRTING / FACIA : : The fixing of tiles on wall surfaces shall be done only
after completing fixing of the tiles on the floor. Following procedure shall be followed:

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The back of tiles shall be cleaned off and covered with layer of approved adhesive like BAL-ENDURA or
equivalent with proper trowelling as per manufacturers recommendations.

The edges of the tiles shall be smeared with the adhesive and fixed on the wall one after the other, each tile being
well pressed and gently tapped with a wooden mallet till it is properly fixed in level with the adjoining tiles. There shall
be no hollows on the back or in joints. Unless otherwise specified, joint-less tiling shall be done butting the tiles with
each other. If joint is specified, the same shall not exceed 1.00 mm. in width. The joint shall be grouted with
approved adhesive. The joints shall be kept in straight line or as per the approved pattern.

While fixing tiles in dado / skirting work, care shall be taken to break the joints vertically. The top line shall be
touched up neatly with the rest of the plaster above. If doors, windows or other openings are located within the
dado area, the corners, sills, jambs etc. shall be provided with true right angles without any specials. The
contractor will not be entitled to any extra claims on this account for cutting of tiles if required.

The fixing shall be done from bottom of wall to upward without any hollows in the bed of joints. Each tile shall be
as close as possible to one adjoining. All tiles faces shall be in one vertical plane.

26.5 : GROUTING OF JOINTS IN FLOOR / SKIRTING / DADO: The joints, if specified, shall be cleaned off and all dust
and loose particles removed. Joints shall then be filled with approved adhesive like BAL-ENDURA or equivalent grouts.
After finishing the grouting process, after 15 minute, wipe off excess grout with a damp sponge and polish the tiles with a
soft & dry cloth for a clean surface. The Finished work shall not sound hollow when tapped with a wooden mallet.
26.6 CLEANING : As directed by the Engineer-in-Charge, the tiles shall be cleaned by mild acid (However,
Hydrofluoric acid and its derivatives should not be used). After the tiles have been laid in a room or the days fixing
work is completed, the surplus cement grout / adhesive that may have come out of the joints shall be cleaned off
before it sets. The dado / skirting shall be thoroughly cleaned. In the case of flooring, once the floor has set, the floor
shall be carefully washed clean and dried. When drying, the floor shall be covered with oil free dry sawdust. It shall
be removed only after completion of the construction work and just before the floor is used.
26.7 MODE OF MEASUREMENT AND RATE: Dado / flooring / skirting shall be measured in sqm correct to two
places of decimal. Length and breadth shall be measured correct to 1 cm. between the exposed surfaces of skirting
or dado. No deductions shall be made nor extra paid for any opening of area upto 0.1 sqm. The rate shall include all
the cost of labour and materials involved.
26.8 CLEANING AGENTS FOR VITRIFIED TILES:: Vitrified tiles are resistant to all chemicals (except hydrofluoric
acid and its derivatives), hence commercially available detergents and cleaning agents can also be used for regular
maintenance. Any spills and stains must be removed immediately. If left dry they may leave stains, which may be
difficult to remove completely.
CLEANING AGENTS FOR VITRIFIED TILES
STAINS

CLEANING AGENT

Robin Blue

Household detergent / Warm water

Marker ink

Turpentine / Acetone / Trichloroethylene

Pen ink
Methylene blue

Acetone / Isopropyl alcohol

Isopropyl alcohol / Acetone

Sauce

Ammonia solution

Cement

Turpentine / Acetone / Trichloroethylene / Conc. HCL

Tea
Coffee

Hydrochloric acid / Bleaching powder

Sodium hydroxide / Potassium hydroxide

Beer

Sodium hydroxide / Potassium hydroxide

Diesel
Lab indicator

Acetone / Petrol
Acetone / Isopropyl alcohol

Cement and grouting

Hydrochloric acid

Pencil mark
Plaster of Paris (POP)

Benzene or Toluene or Xylene

Ammonium sulphate solution

Iodine (Tincture iodine)

Sodium hydroxide / Potassium hydroxide

Hair dye

Per chloric acid

Paan
Marker pen

Lemon juice or citric acid

Acetone

OT (other tiles). 9 TANDUR STONE/CUDDAPPA STONE/POLISHED SHAHABAD STONE / BLUE WADI STONE
FLOORING / SKIRTING / DADO : The specifications for Tandur, Cudappa, polished Shahabad and blue Wadi
stone flooring / skirting / dado shall be similar to those respecting specifications for Kotah stone flooring / skirting /
dado specified herein before in all respects.
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27: RED OR WHITE ROUGH DRESSED SAND STONE FLOORING

27.1 Stone Slabs: The slabs shall be red or white as specified in the description of the item. The stone slabs shall be
hard, sound, durable and tough, free from cracks, decay and weathering. In case of red sand stone, white patches or
streaks shall not be allowed. However, scattered spots upto 10 mm diameter will be permitted. Before starting the
work the contractor shall get samples of slabs approved by the Engineer-in-charge. The slabs shall be hand or
machine cut to the requisite thickness along planes parallel to the natural bed of stone and should be of uniform size if
required.
27.2 Dressing of Slabs: Every slab shall be cut to the required size and shape, and rough chisel dressed on the top,
so that the dressed surface shall not be more than 6 mm from a straight edge when placed on it. The edge of
depressions or projections shall be chisel dressed in a slant so that the surface does not have sharp unevenness.
The edges shall also chisel dressed to a minimum depth of 20mm so that the dressed edge shall at no place be more
than 30 mm from a straight edge butted against it. Beyond this depth the sides may be dressed slightly splayed so as
to form inverted `V` shaped joint with adjoining slabs. All angles and edges of the slabs shall be true, square and free
from chipings & the surface reasonably true and plane. Where slabs are used for treads without nosing, the exposed
edges shall be rough chisel dressed to full depth and cut to uniform thickness. The thickness of the slabs after it is
dressed shall be 40 mm or as specified in the description of the item with a permissible tolerance of (+/- 2mm)..

27.3: Laying
27.3.1 Base concrete on which the slabs are to be laid shall be cleaned, wetted and mopped. The bedding for the
slabs shall be of cement mortar 1:5 (1 cement : 5 coarse sand) or as given in description of the item.
27.3.2 The average thickness of the bedding mortar under the slabs shall be 20 mm and the thickness at any place
under the slabs shall not be less than 12 mm.
27.3.3: The slab shall be laid in the following manner: Mortar of specified mix shall be spread under each slab. The
slab shall be washed clean before laying. It shall then be laid on top, pressed and larried, so that all hollows
underneath get filled and surplus mortar works up through the joints. The top shall be tapped with a wooden mallet
and brought to level and close to the adjoining slabs, with thickness of joint not exceeding 5mm. Subsequent slabs
shall be laid in the same manner. After laying each slab surplus mortar on the surface of slabs shall be cleaned off
and joints finished flush.
27.3.4 In case pointing with other mortar mix is specified, the joint shall be left raked out uniformly and to a depth of
not less than 12 mm when the mortar is still green. The pointing shall be cured for a minimum period of 7 days. The
surface of the flooring as laid shall be true to levels and slopes as instructed by the Engr.-in-charge.

27.3.5 Slabs that are fixed in the floor adjoining the wall, shall enter not less than 12 mm under the plaster, skirting or dado. The
junction between wall plaster skirting and floor shall be finished neatly and without waviness.
27.3.6 The finished floor shall not sound hollow when tapped with wooden mallet.
27.4 Finishing: Any unevenness existing between the edges of slab joints shall be removed by chiselling in a slant.
27.5
Measurements: The flooring work shall be measured in square metre correct to two places of decimal.
Length and breadth shall be measured correct to a cm before laying skirting, dado or wall plaster. No deduction shall
be made nor extra paid for voids not exceeding 0.20 sqm. Deductions for ends of dissimilar materials or other articles
embedded shall not be made for areas not exceeding 0.10 sqm. Nothing extra shall be paid for laying the floor at
different levels in the same room / area.

27.6
Rate: The rate shall include the cost of all materials and labour involved in all the operations described above. Where
pointing is to be done, this will be paid extra unless specifically included in the description of the item.

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28: PVC SHEET / TILES FLOORING :

28.0 P.V.C Flooring material gives a resilient and non-porous surface which can be easily cleaned with a wet cloth
as dust and grime do not penetrate the surface. Since a burning cigarette will damage the neat surface of the PVC
sheet, special care should be taken to prevent burning cigarette stumps to come in contact with the PVC flooring
materials. It shall be laid on a base that is finished even and smooth such as concrete, metal or timber boarding.
Unevenness or undulations in the base will show badly on the surface and are liable to damage the P.V.C sheet /
tiles.
28: .1 Materials
28: 1.1 The PVC flooring material shall conform IS : 3462. It may be in the form of tiles, sheets or rolls as specified.
It shall consist a thoroughly blended composition of thermoplastic binder, filler and pigments. The thermoplastic
binder shall consist substantially of one or both of a) Vinyl chloride polymer and b) Vinyl chloride copolymer The
polymetric material shall be compounded with suitable plasticizers and stabilizers
Thickness : The preferred thickness of PVC tiles for normal floor covering shall be 1.5, 2.0, 2.5, 3.0 or 4.0 mm.
28.1.2 Thickness of PVC sheets shall be measured with micrometer or Ratechet type or a dial gauge graduated to
0.02 mm. The micrometer shall have flat bearing surfaces of at least 6.5 mm diameter at both contact points.

For sheets and rolls the thickness of the specimen shall be measured at twenty scattered points.

For polystyrene wall tiles, the cavity depth of the test specimen shall be measured at five points taken at random
on the rear surface of each tile with a suitable depth gauge.

28: 1.3 The width of flooring sheets and rolling in continuous length shall be 1000, 1500 and 2000 mm. When
supplied in rolls the length of the rolls shall not be less than 10 metre. The measurement shall be carried out with a
travelling microscope or suitable scale graduated to 0.02 mm. Each tile shall be measured for length and width at the
three quarter point in each direction.

28: 1.4 Tolerance

(a)

In Thickness

(b)

In Width: as under:

(i)

300 mm square tiles

(+/-) 0.2mm

(ii)

600 mm square tiles

(+/-) 0.4mm

(+/-) 0.15 mm

(iii)

900 mm square tiles

(+/-) 0.6mm

(iv)

Sheets and rolls

(+/-) 0.1 per cent

28.1.5 Adhesive: Rubber based adhesives are suitable for fixing PVC flooring over concrete, wooden and metal subfloors. PVA based adhesives shall be used for concrete and wooden sub floors. PVA based adhesives are not
suitable for metallic surfaces and also for locations where there is constant spillage of water.
28: 2 Preparation of Sub-Floors: Before laying PVC sheets / tiles, it is essential to ensure that the base is thoroughly

dry and damp proof as evaporation of moisture can not take place once the PVC flooring is laid. Moisture slowly
damages the adhesive resulting in PVC sheet / tiles being separated from the base and curled up. In case of new
work a period of 4 to 8 weeks shall be allowed for drying the sub-floor under normal conditions. Concrete sub-floors on
the ground floor shall be laid in two layers. The top of the lower layer of concrete shall be painted with two coats of A90 grade (conforming to IS: 1580) applied at the rate of 1.5 kg/sqm. The top surface of the lower layer shall be
finished smooth while laying the concrete so that the bitumen can be applied uniformly. The bitumen shall be applied
after the concrete has set and is sufficiently hard. Bitumen felt conforming to IS : 1322 shall be sandwiched in the
sub-floor laid in two layers.
In new concrete floor, the smooth finish required shall be produced by using cement slurry spread on fresh concrete
floor and finished smooth. If the concrete floor is old and surface not even, the surface should be made smooth by
first cleaning it free of all foreign material and then a layer of cement mortar 1:2 of average thickness of 6 mm shall be
applied on the surface finishing the surface smooth. The finished surface shall be cured for 7 days and then allowed
to dry thoroughly.
Where it is expected that the dampness may find its way from the surrounding walls, the same shall also be effectively
damp-proofed upto atleast 150 mm above the level of the sub-floor and the damp proof treatment below the floor shall
be extended over the walls.
28.3 Laying and Fixing
28.3.1 Prior to laying, the flooring tiles / rolls / sheets shall be brought to the temperature of the area in which it is to
be laid by stacking in a suitable manner within or near the laying area for a period of about 24 hours.

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28.3.2 Where air-conditioning is installed, the flooring shall not be laid on the sub-floor until the conditioning units have
O
been in operation for at least seven days. During this period the temperature shall neither fall below 20 C nor exceed
0
30 C. These conditions shall be maintained during laying and for 48 hours, there after.
28.3.3 Before commencing the laying operations, the sub-floor shall be examined for evenness and dryness. The
sub-floor shall then be cleaned with a dry cloth. The PVC flooring shall not be laid on a sub-floor unless the sub-floor
is perfectly dry. Dryness of the sub-floor shall be tested conforming to relevant IS codes and manufacturers
recommendations as directed by the Engineer-in-Charge.
28.3.4 The layout of the PVC flooring on the sub-floor to be covered should be marked with guidelines. The PVC
flooring shall be first laid for trial, without using the adhesive, according to the required layout.
28.3.5 The adhesive shall be applied by using a notched trowel to the sub-floor and to the back side of the PVC sheet
tile flooring. When set sufficiently for laying, the adhesive will be sticky to touch, but will not mark the fingers. In
general, the adhesive will require about half an hour for setting. It should not be left after setting for too long a period
as the adhesive properties will be lost owing to dust films and other causes.
28.3.6 Care should be taken while laying the flooring under high humidity conditions so that condensation does not
take place of the adhesive. It is preferable to avoid laying under high humidity conditions.
28.3.7 The area of adhesive to be spread at one time on the sub-floor depends entirely upon local circumstances. In
case of a small room, adhesive may be spread over the entire area but relatively small areas of tiles/sheets flooring
should be treated in a larger room.
28.3.8 When the adhesive is just tack free the PVC flooring sheet shall be carefully taken and placed in position from
one end onwards slowly so that the air will be completely squeezed out between the sheet and the background
surface. After laying the sheet in position, it shall be pressed with suitable roller weighing about 5 kg to develop
proper contract with the sub-floor. The next sheet with its back side applied with the adhesive shall be `[laid edge to
edge] with the sheet already laid and fixed in exactly the same manner as the first sheet was fixed. The sheets shall
be laid edge to edge so that there is minimum gap between joints.
28.3.9 The alignment should be checked after laying of each row of sheet is completed. If the alignment is not perfect,
the sheets may be trimmed by using a straight edge.
28.3.10 The tiles shall be fixed in exactly the same manner as for the sheets. It is preferable to start laying of the
tiles from the centre of the area. Care should be taken that the tiles are laid close to each other with minimum gap
between joints. The tiles should always be lowered in position and pressed firmly on to the adhesive. Care should be
taken not to slide them as this may result in adhesive being squeeze up between the joints. PVC tiles after laying
shall be rolled with a light wooden roller weighing about 5 kg to ensure full contact with the under layer. Any
undulations noticed on the PVC surface shall be rectified by removing and relaying the tiles after thorough cleaning of
the underside of the affected tiles. The adhesives applied earlier in such places shall be thoroughly removed by using
proper solvents and the surface shall be cleaned to remove the traces of solvents used. Work should be constantly
checked against guidelines in order to ensure that all the four edges of adjacent tiles meet accurately.
28.3.11 Any adhesive which may squeeze up between sheets or tiles should be wiped off immediately with a wet
cloth before the adhesive hardens. If, by chance, adhesive dries up and hardens on the surface of the sheet or tile, it
should be removed with a suitable solvent. A solution of one part of commercial butyleacetate and three parts of
turpentine oil is a suitable solvent for the purpose.
28.3.12 A minimum period of 24 hours shall be given after laying the flooring for developing proper bond of the
adhesive. During this period, the flooring shall not be put to service. It is preferable to lay the PVC flooring after
completion of plastering, painting and other decorative finish works so as to avoid any accidental damage to the
flooring.
28.3.13 When the flooring has been securely, fixed, it shall be cleaned with a wet cloth soaked in warm soap solution
(two spoons of soap in 5 litres of warm water).
28.3.14 When the edges of the PVC sheets or tiles are exposed, as for example, in doorways and on stair treads, it is
important to provide protection against damage of flooring materials. Metallic edge strips may be used and should be
securely fastened to the sub floor to protect edges of the flooring.
28.4 Precaution for Maintenance
28.4.1 PVC flooring subject to normal usage may be kept clean by mopping with soap solution using a clean damp
cloth. Water shall not be poured on the PVC flooring for cleaning purpose as the water may tend to seep through the
joints and cause the adhesive to fail. To maintain a good wearing surface a good appearance, the flooring may be
periodically polished. When polish is applied frequently, a thick layer builds up which collects dirt and dust and is
tacky to walk on.
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28.4.2 If the traffic is light, the floor shall be given frequent brushing regular polishing by an application of new polish
every 4 to 6 weeks. Under moderate traffic conditions the floor shall be given an occasional wash with a wet mop but
no detergents shall be used so that the polish is not removed.
Application of polish may be done every one to three weeks. PVC flooring should not be over waxed. When this
condition develops, the coatings should be cleared off with white spirit or paraffin and a light even coat of polish
applied. When the PVC flooring has been polished, it will remain bright for a considerable period if dry mop is applied
each day. It is this daily `dry polish` that maintains the glossy surface. After exceptionally heavy traffic PVC flooring
should be swept with a hair broom, rubbed with a mop or cloth frequently rinsed in clean water and finally rubbed dry.
28. 5. Measurements: Length and breadth shall be measured correct to a cm and its area shall be calculated in sqm
correct to two places of decimal. No deduction shall be made nor extra paid for voids not exceeding 0.20 sqm.
Deductions for ends of dissimilar materials or other articles embedded shall not be made for areas not exceeding 0.10
sqm. Nothing extra shall be paid for providing PVC flooring in borders and margins, irrespective of their width.
28. 6 Rate: The rate shall include the cost of all materials and labour involved in all the operations described above,
except those described under Precaution for Maintenance. The rate does not include the cost of sub floor or damp
proof treatment if any. It also does not include the cost of metallic edge strip to protect edge of flooring, wherever
provided, it shall be paid separately.
28. 7. PVC Asbestos Floor Tiles: Material, Dimensions and Tolerance, colour and finish, physical requirements and
test shall be as per IS:3461 and the rest shall be as per specification for PVC Sheet / Tile Flooring as described
above.
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29 - LINOLEUM FLOORING
29. 0 Linoleum may be used on any base that is finished even and smooth, such as concrete, timber boarding or
mastic asphalt. Unevenness or undulations in the base will show badly on the surface even and are liable to damage
the linoleum. Linoleum flooring is suitable only for locations wholly inside the building. Linoleum is not resistant to
indentations from heels or static load. Heavy objects left in one position may leave indentations. As linoleum flooring
can become dangerously slippery when highly polished or wet, care should be taken to use polish with reduced
tendency to slipperiness. If full damp proofing of the base surface can not be ensured, the linoleum should not be
used for floor covering. Linoleum is a combustible material and should not be used where an incombustible flooring is
required. Linoleum flooring is a specialised work, which shall be carried out through specialist firms.
29. 1 Materials
29..1.1 Linoleum: Linoleum shall conform in all respects to IS: 653. Linoleum shall be of thickness specified in the
description of the item. Linoleum shall be of either plain, moire, jaspe or marble type or a combination of the above
types as shown in drawings or as directed by the Engineer-in-charge.
Linoleum shall be stored in a clean, dry & well-ventilated place without exposure to direct sunlight as directed by the
Engineer-in-charge. Before starting the work the contractor shall get the samples of Linoleum approved by the Engrin-ch.
Recommended thickness: Linoleum used shall be of a thickness adequate for the conditions of surface and
situation. The following thickness shall generally be used.
SN

SITUATION

THICKNESS

a)
b)
c)

For public buildings, cinemas, restaurants, ships and the like

For offices, shops and the like, depending upon the intensity of traffic
For residential house

6 to 6.7 mm
3.2 to 4.5 mm
3.2 mm

29. 1.2 Adhesive: The adhesive used for laying the linoleum shall be those recommended by manufacturers of the
floor covering and shall conform to specifications laid down for adhesive in IS: 1198. It shall be of heavy consistency
and of reasonably short drying time.
29..2 Laying: It shall conform to IS: 1198.
29..2.1 Before laying linoleum it is essential to ensure that the base is thoroughly dry and damp proof as per relevant
IS and/or as directed by the Engineer-in-Charge, as moisture slowly rots the base and damage the adhesive resulting
in the linoleum being separated from the base and curled up. Damp proofing where required may be either with an
impervious membrane incorporated in the thickness of the base or with a layer of mastic asphalt of12.5 mm minimum
thickness spread and finished even and smooth on the concrete or other base.
29..2.2 Linoleum shall be kept at a temperature of not less than 200C for at least 48 hours before it is unrolled.
Linoleum shall be unrolled and loose laid out flat for 2 to 3 days before it is cut to size, as it shrinks in length and
expands in width after rolling. Till the expansion of spread roll stops, the two widths of linoleum should be allowed
overlap and after the expansion stops it should be cut to fit. Laying should be taken up only after the sheets are finally
cut to size after expansion is stopped. Linoleum pieces shall be cut to the required size and shapes with a sharp
straight edge and gauge as explained below and laid dry to the margin and pattern as shown in the drawings or as
directed by the Engineer-in-charge.
29..2.3 The length for borders shall be first cut and adjusted. Linoleum shall then be adjusted in the central portion
with their edges overlapping the adjacent pieces by about 12 mm. The edges shall then be cut with the help of a
special instrument called the `Gauge` which enables the marking of the edge of the top pieces exactly over edge of
the adjacent piece, so that when the overlapping is cut along the line, the edges of adjacent sheets butt against each
other without any gap, what so ever.
29..2.4 Adhesive shall then be brushed over the base, which shall have been thoroughly cleaned in advance, and shall
be allowed to become tacky. The sheets shall then be firmly pressed down and rolled with a light cast iron 70 kg roller, to
ensure that they stick evenly to the base and no air pockets are left under them. If any air pockets are left, the sheets
shall be removed and re-laid after brushing more adhesive on the base and roll. The sheets shall be laid with butt joints
throughout and the joints shall be very fine. Sandbags shall be placed over the edges and joints to keep the sheets
pressed down and prevent curling. Linoleum shall not be used for coves, skirting and dado.
29..2.5 Coves of wood or metal may be formed to cover or mask the joints between the linoleum flooring and the wall
facing where so required, but this shall be paid for separately.
29. 3. Finishing: After laying, any adhesive contaminating the face of the sheets shall be removed immediately with
kerosene oil or spirit. The flooring shall be cleaned with soap and wet cloth wiped dry. It shall then be wax polished to
give a smooth shining surface, taking care to endure that the flooring does not become slippery due to excessive
polish.
29. 4. Precautions: Linoleum shall not be creased, as it will crack. Excess water, which is liable to creep into the
joints and strongly alkaline soaps, shall not be used for cleaning. Mild bar soap may be used. Linoleum shall be
handled carefully with its exposed face protected from damage by sharp points.
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29. 5. Measurements: Length and breadths of superficial area of the finished work shall be measured correct to a cm.
The area shall be calculated in square metre correct to two places of decimal. No deductions shall be made nor extra
paid for voids not exceeding 0.20 sqm. Deductions for ends of dissimilar materials or other articles embedded shall
not be made for areas not exceeding 0.10 sqm.
29. 6. Rate: The rate shall include the cost of all materials and labour involved in all the operations described above
but will not include the cost of sub-base floor or damp proof treatment stated above.
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30.

WOODEN FLOORING

30. 0 Seasoning and Preservation: All timber used for timber floors shall be thoroughly seasoned in accordance with
IS : 1141. After seasoning, the timber shall be treated with preservative in accordance with IS : 401. Seasoning and
preservative treatment shall not be paid for separately and the rate quoted for the item shall be inclusive of the same.
30. 1 Supporting Joists: Main beams and joists of the class of wood sections specified in the description of the item
for beams and joists, or as instructed by the Engineer-in-charge shall be fixed in position to dead levels. The width of
the joints shall not be less than 50 mm. The arrangement and spacing of beams, joists etc. shall be as per design
furnished.
30. 2 Boards: It shall be of the class of timber and thickness specified in the description of the item. The timber
shall be as specified in preceding chapters for wood work. Only selected boards of uniform width shall be used.
Unless otherwise specified or shown in the drawings, the width of boards selected shall not be less than 100 mm nor
more than 150 mm. The same width of boards shall be maintained throughout except where the width of the room is
not an exact multiple of the boards. In the latter case, the difference shall be equally adjusted between the two end
boards (adjacent to walls). The length of the boards shall not exceed 3 metre anywhere. Ordinarily, the minimum
length of boards shall be such that the boards shall rest at least on three supports, except where otherwise required
by the pattern specified in the drawings or as directed by the Engineer-in-charge.
The boards shall be planed true on the top face only unless otherwise specified in the description of the item. Where
the bottom face is exposed and it is also required to be planed, then such planing shall be paid for extra. Unless
otherwise described in the item, the longitudinal joints of planks shall be tongued and grooved to a minimum depth of
12 mm while the heading joints shall be of the square butt type and shall occur over the centre line of the supporting
joists. Heading joists in adjacent boards shall be placed over the same joists.
30. 3 Iron Screws: Iron screws shall be of the slotted counter sunk head type, of length not less than the thickness of
planks plus 25 mm subject to a minimum of 40 mm, & of designation of No.9 conforming to IS :451.
30. 4 Fixing: The joists on which the planks shall be fixed shall be checked and corrected to levels. The end boards
shall be accurately fixed with the sides parallel and close to the walls. Each adjoining board shall be carefully joined
and shall be tightened in position and screwed. For fixing the boards to the joists, two screws shall be used at each
end of the boards and one screw at each of the intermediate joists in a zigzag manner. The screws shall be
countersunk and screw holes filled with approved stopping.
The junction between timber flooring and adjacent flooring shall be formed by inserting a metal strip (brass or
aluminium) at the junction. The metal strip shall be fixed to the end of the planks by screws. The strips shall be paid
for extra. The flooring shall be truly level and plane. The joints shall be truly parallel and or perpendicular to the walls,
unless otherwise specified. The floor shall be planed in both directions and made perfectly even, true and smooth.
NOTE : No wood of any kind shall be placed within 60 cm of any fire place or flue. Provision shall be made for
ventilating the space below the floor in case of ground floor and between and top of ceiling in the case of upper floors.
Such arrangements shall be paid for separately.
30. 5 Finishing: The surface of the floor shall be bees waxed or finished otherwise as directed by the Engineer-incharge. The lower face shall be painted or treated with wood preservative as directed. The finishing shall be paid
separately unless specifically included in description of the flooring item.
30. 6. Measurements: Length and breadth of superficial area of the finished work shall be measured correct to a cm.
The area shall be calculated in sqm correct to two places of decimal. No deduction shall be made nor extra paid for
voids not exceeding 0.20 sqm. Deductions for ends of dissimilar materials or other articles embedded shall not be
made for areas not exceeding 0.10 sqm.
30. 7. Rate: The rate shall include the cost of labour and materials involved in all the operations described above, with
the exceptions noted in the relevant sub paras.
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31. WOOD WORK IN FRAMES, SHUTTERS AND PANELLING :
31.1 WOOD WORK :
All timber mentioned in the item in schedule of quantities shall be from the heart of a sound tree of nature growth
entirely free from sap wood. It shall be uniform in texture, straight in fiber and shall be well and properly seasoned. It
will be free from large, loose, dead or cluster knots, wedges, injuries, open shakes, borer holes, rot, decay date,
discoloration, soft or spongy spot, hollow pockets, pith or centre bore and all other defects or any other damages of
harmful nature which will affect the strength, durability, appearance and its usefulness for the purpose for which it is
required. Only properly seasoned timber shall be used.
TEAK WOOD:
First Class Teak Wood: Individual hard and sound knot shall not be more than 25mm in diameter and
aggregate area of all knots shall not exceed one percent of the area of the piece. Sapwood shall not be allowed.
Second Class Teak Wood: Individual hard and sound knot shall not be more than 40 mm in diameter and
aggregate area of all knots shall not exceed one and half percent of the area of the piece. Wood shall be generally
free from sapwood, but traces of sapwood may be allowed.
HARD WOOD:
No individual hard and sound knot shall exceed 25mm in diameter and aggregate area of all knots shall
not exceed one percent of the area of the piece. Sapwood is very perishable and should not be used.
The samples of species to be used shall be deposited by the contractor with the Engineer-in-Charge before
commencement of the work. The contractor shall produce cash vouchers and certificate from standard kiln seasoning
plant operator about the timber section to be used on the work having been kiln seasoned by them, failing which it
would not be so accepted as kiln seasoned. Seasoning of timber shall be judged from its moisture content as laid
down in I.S. 287. The seasoning of timber shall conform to I.S.1141-1993. Scantling of all types of timber shall be
straight. Warped scantling shall not be used. Before use in works, the scantling shall be kept in covered and wellventilated place and shall be got approved.
The workmanship shall be of best quality. All wrought timber is to be sawn, planed, drilled or otherwise
machine worked to the correct sizes and shall be as indicated in drawing or as specified. All joinery work shall fit truly
and without wedging or filling. Wood work in frames shall be wrought. All frame joints shall be put together with
white lead and pinned with hard wood pins securing with corrosion resistant star shaped metal pins as approved by
the Engineer-in-charge. If after fixing in position, any shrinking or substandard materials or bad workmanship is
detected, the contractor shall, forthwith remove them and replace the same at his own cost, all as directed by the
Engineer-in-charge.
Individual members shall be of continuous length. The finished size and sections shall be as per
drawing or as specified. The heads and posts of frames shall be through tennoned into the mortises to the full
widths as shown in the drawing. All necessary mortising, tennoning, grooving, matching, tonguing, housing rebate
and other necessary works for correct jointing shall be carried out, in the best workmanship like manner. Joints
not specifically indicated shall be recognised form of approved joints for each position. The door frames shall be
provided with 6 nos. approved iron hold fasts, fabricated out of 30 x 3 mm. section, 300 mm. long (150 mm. long for
cross partitions) M.S. flats with spliced end in case they are abutting brick masonry works. These M.S. hold fasts
shall be embedded in plain cement concrete 1:3:6 block of size 300 x 75 mm. depth (100 x 75 mm. for cross
partitions) and for full width of brick masonry. For frames abutting concrete surfaces, 6 nos., 100 mm. long coach
screws with sunk heads minimum 10 mm. from face of frames, shall be provided. Each screw shall be secured in
concrete with lead wool sufficiently stuffed in the pre-drilled holes to receive the screws. Top member of door
frames for opening exceeding 1.25 m. in width, shall be secured with a coach screw 100 mm. long in centre of
member. All other T.W. scantlings shall be fixed to structural openings with wood screws of suitable size & rawl plug
so as to get in effective hold of at least 40 mm. Suitable teak wood plugs shall be provided to conceal the screw
heads. The door frame shall rest on concrete sub- base in ground floor or structural floor slab in case of upper
floors, the extra length of sides of frames thus embedded below finished floors shall not be measured for payment.
All parts of wood work resting on or set in masonry or concrete shall be well painted with two coats of bituminous
paint or solignum as directed by the Engineer-in-charge, prior to installations. All nails, screws, hold fasts, plates,
plugs, pins required for wood work joinery and fixing work, shall be provided by the contractor, at his own cost. All
materials shall be approved by Engineer-in-charge before using in works. Painting of door frames shall be carried
out as per specifications for painting for wood work.
All the embedded timber shall be given two coats of hot tar or solignum before erection. This is incidental to
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31.2 TEAK WOOD PANELLED SHUTTERS :

Teak wood door shutter shall generally conform to standard laid in I.S. 1002 or the latest revision for
requirements of materials, construction workmanship and shall be of specified thickness and of 1st class C.P. teak
wood of approved design with stiles, top, bottom and lock rail generally as per drawing. Wherever shown, each
panel shall be in a single width piece, but when two or more pieces have to be used and are permitted, all of them
shall be of equal width and shall be jointed with a tongue and groove joint with chamfered edges glued together
and reinforced with metal dowels.
31.3 TEAK WOOD GLAZED SHUTTERS :
The specifications for teak wood panelled shutter shall generally apply to glazed shutters for frame, stiles etc.
The sash and beading required for glazing shall be of the best teak wood and shall be fixed as per the
design shown in relevant drawing. Any mouldings, carvings shown shall be worked out from the teak wood member of
bigger size.
31.4 GLAZING :
Glazing shall be generally with 4 mm. thick plain sheet glass/bajra glass unless otherwise mentioned in the
schedule of quantities. The detailed specifications for glazing given hereafter shall be followed generally.
31.5 FLUSH DOOR SHUTTERS :
Solid core flush door shutters shall be of 5 ply construction and approved make generally conforming to
the I.S. specification 2202-1991 (specification for wooden flush door shutter- solid core type). The finished thickness
of the shutter shall be as mentioned in the schedule of items.
31.6 FACE VENEERS :
Commercial face veneers used in flush door shutter shall conform to the requirements laid down in
I.S. 303 -1989 specifications for ply wood for general purposes (revised) interior grade.
Decorative face veneers used in flush door shutters shall be of grade - I and shall conform to the requirements of
decorative veneer specified for grade - I decorative ply wood in I.S. 1328 - 1982 specifications for veneered
decorative ply wood interior grade. Thickness of veneers shall not exceed 1 mm.
31.7 ADHESIVES :
Phenol formaldehyde synthetic resin (liquid type adhesives) conforming to I.S. 848 specifications for synthetic resins
shall be used for bonding.
31.8 LIPPING :
The lipping shall be of best quality hard wood variety unless otherwise mentioned. In case teak wood
lipping is mentioned in the schedule of quantities, it shall conform the specification for best quality teak wood. The
internal lipping alround the shutter sides shall be one piece of size not less than 25 mm. wide and depth equal to
the thickness of core. In case of double leaf shutters, the meeting stiles shall have lipping of not less than 35 mm.
deep. Thickness of external lipping, wherever specified in the item, shall not be more than 10mm and not less
than 6mm.
31.9 WORKMANSHIP AND FINISH :
All the faces of the door shutter shall be at right angles. The shutter shall be free from twist and warp in its plane.
Both faces of the door shutters shall be sanded to a smooth even texture. The workmanship and finish of the face
panels shall be in conformity with those specified in I.S. 303 - 1989 specification for plywood for general purpose
(revised) for commercial type and I.S. 1659 - 1990 specification for block boards for decorative type.
31.10 TESTS :
Tests shall be conducted as per mandatory test requirement, by the Department at contractors cost and
acceptance criteria shall be as per I.S. 2202. The flush door shutters manufactured shall be inspected for its quality
and workmanship and tested at the factory before dispatching. All facilities shall be extended for such inspection and
testing. The sampling and testing shall be as per the IS requirements and all costs towards test including sample for
destructive tests shall be borne by the contractor.
31.11 TOLERANCE :
Tolerance on nominal width and height shall be (+/-) 3 mm. Tolerance on nominal thickness shall be (+/-) 1.5mm.
The thickness of the individual shutter shall be uniform throughout.
31.12 MISCELLANEOUS :
Wherever mentioned in the Schedule of quantities, vision panels, venetians, plastic laminates, push plates etc.
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The vision panels shall be of size mentioned in the drawing and shall be provided with teak wood lipping alround
the glass. The glass shall be 4 mm. thick or as specified of best quality (M/s. Triveni, I.A.G., Shree Vallabh or
equivalent approved), free from defects.
Teak wood venetians or louvers shall generally conform to relevant specifications of timber. Necessary
grooves and rebate in frames shall be provided as per drawing.
Formica or approved equivalent plastic laminate of required design, required shade and colour shall be provided
and fixed on flush door to the required size on any side of the shutter as shown in drawing. It shall be fixed with
Fevicol or any other approved adhesive. Fixing shall be done in such a way that there shall not be any air gap,
warpage or undulations on the surface. Finished surface of formica shall be cleaned with wax polish.
The shutters shall be painted on commercial facing side with two coats of synthetic/flat oil paint of approved
shade and make over an approved coat of primer. The decorative veneer side of the shutter shall be wax or french
polished with two or more coats so as to render a satisfactory surface.
The flush doors shall be single leaf or double leaf type as mentioned in the schedule of quantities. In case of
double leaf shutters, the meeting of the stiles shall be rebated 20 mm. and shall be either splayed or square type and
the T.W. lipping around the meeting shall not be less than 35 mm. deep. The meeting stiles shall be in single piece.
Sufficient care shall be taken to prevent any damage and loss of shape during handling, transporting, stacking,
fixing etc. The door shutters shall be handled with utmost care to prevent any surface damage, warping etc.
31.13 MODE OF MEASUREMENT :
The work covered under the respective items in schedule and the above specifications shall be measured as
follows :
The cubic contents for wood work shall be measured for the finished size, limiting to those shown in the
drawings or ordered by the Engineer-in-charge. The cross sectional dimensions shall be measured equivalent to
nearest enclosing rectangle (least rectangle/square) for wrought and planed sizes. The cubical content shall be
worked out correct upto three places of decimals of a cubic metre. The frames embedded below finished floor shall
not be measured.
The square meter areas for shutters shall be measured for the exposed surfaces of shutter between frames
from inside or outside whichever is more. The linear dimensions shall be measured upto two places of decimals of
a metre. The area for payment shall be worked out correct upto two places of decimals of a square metre. The rate for
shutters shall include:
i) Cost of supply assembly and erecting in position.
ii) Cost of polishing, painting, supplying wood preservative, screws, nails, hold fasts etc.
iii) Cost of labour for making adjustments in frames, if required, shutters and also for fixing required fittings and
fixtures.
iv) In case of flush doors, the rate for individual item mentioned in the schedule of quantities shall include
cost of shutters, labour for provision of glass for vision panel, plastic laminate sheet push plate, teak wood louvers
etc., transporting charges and labour for fixing of fixtures and fastenings except fixing of door closers and painting
and polishing as specified.
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32. PRESSED STEEL DOOR FRAME :

32.1. Scope of work : This specification lays down the requirements regarding material, dimensions and
construction of steel door frames for internal and external use.
32.2. Material : Steel door frames shall be manufactured from commercial mild steel sheets of 1.25 mm.
thickness, conforming to I.S. 513 (Spn. for cold rolled carbon steel sheets) or I.S. 1079 (Spn. for hot rolled carbon
steel sheet and strip). Sheets shall be galvanised for 240 g / Sqm. Zinc deposit on its surface including both sides as
per IS 277 2003.
32.3. Standard sizes, Tolerances and Designations :
Sizes : The overall sizes and types of door frames shall be as shown in drawings. 5 mm. clearance on all the
four sides shall be allowed for the purpose of fitting the frame into modular openings.
Tolerances : The sizes indicated in drawings for door frames shall not vary by more than (+/-) 2 mm.
32.4. Profile : Steel door frames with or without fanlight shall be made in the profile as per I.S. 4351 (latest
version) as per drawings. Any of the three profiles mentioned in I.S. 4351 or sizes specified in the schedule of work
may be supplied to suit doors of either hand, opening inwards or outwards, as specified or directed.
32.5. Construction : Each door frame shall consist of hinge jamb, lock jamb, head and, if required, angle
threshold. The whole shall be rigidly fixed together by mechanical means. Where no angle threshold is required,
temporary base tie shall be screwed to the feet of frames in order to form a rigid unit.
32.6. Base ties and angle thresholds : Base ties shall be of pressed mild steel 1.25 mm. thick adjustable to
suit floor thickness of 25, 30, 35 or 40 mm. and removable, or alternatively, thresholds of mild steel angle of section 50
x 25 mm., minimum, shall be provided for external door frames.
32.7. Fittings:
Fixing Lugs: There shall be three adjustable lugs with split end tail to each jamb without fanlight, and four for
jamb with fanlight. The head of the fixing lug shall be of 120 mm. long and shall be made from flat steel strip 25 mm.
wide and not less than 1.60 mm. thick.
The tail of the lugs for use with door frame profile shall be 200 mm. long and shall be made of steel strip not less
than 40 mm. wide and not less than 1.0 mm. thick.
Mortar Guards: Mortar guards specified in the tender shall be provided. These shall be welded to the frame at
the head of the frame for double shutter doors to make provision for bolts.
Note: The term double-shutter doors indicates Pairs of side-hung doors, that is, two side-hung doors mounted
in one frame thus forming a two-leaf door rebated together at the lock strike.
Lock Strike Plate: There shall be an adjustable lock-strike plate of steel, complete with mortar guard, to make
provision for locks or latches complying with the relevant Indian Standards. Lock-strike plates may be of brass when
so specified in the tender; otherwise they shall be of galvanised mild steel and fixed at 75 cm. to 90 cm. from finished
floor level.
Shock Absorbers: For side-hung door, there shall not be less than three buffers of rubber or other suitable
material inserted in holes in the rebate and one shall be located on the centre line of the lock-strike plate and the
other two at least 45 cm. above and below the centre line of the lock-strike plate. For double-shutter doors, there shall
be two buffers of rubber or similar suitable material inserted in holes in the rebate in the lock jamb only at the head
and spaced 15 cm. at either side of the centre line of the door.
32.8. Mode of Measurements : The length shall be measured in running metres correct to a cm. out to out of
the frames. Threshold angle/base tie will not be measured for payment, cost of which shall be included in pressed
steel frame.

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33.
33. FACTORY MADE PARTICLES BOARD PANELLED DOOR SHUTTERS.
33.1 GENERAL : Factory made particle board panelled door shutters shall be made of kiln seasoned and
chemically treated timber as specified generally with stiles and top rails of 100 mm. in width, bottom rail and lock rails
of 150/175 mm. width and panels made of 12 mm. thick both side commercial veneered teak wood particle board or
as specified in schedule of quantities, bonded with phenol formaldehyde synthetic resin adhesive and generally
conforming to I.S. 3091.
Factory made shutters, as specified shall be obtained from factories to be approved by the Engineer-in-Charge
and shall conform to I.S. 2202 (Part-I). The contractor shall inform well in advance to the Engineer-in-Charge the
name and address of the factory where from the contractor intends to get the shutters manufactured. The contractor
will place order for manufacture of shutters only after written approval of the Engineer-in-Charge in this regard is
given. The contractor is bound to abide by the decision of the Engineer-in-Charge and recommend the name of
another factory from the approved list, in case the factory already proposed by the contractor is not found competent
to manufacture quality shutters.
The contractor will also arrange stage-wise inspection of the shutters at factory of the Engineer-in-Charge or his
authorised representative. Contractor will have no claim if the shutters brought at site are rejected by Engineer-inCharge in part or in full lot due to bad workmanship/quality. Such shutters will not be measured and paid and the
contractor shall remove the same from the site of the work within seven days after the written instructions in this
regard are issued by Engineer-in-Charge or his authorised representative.
33.2 TIMBER :
The timber to be used in door shutters shall generally conform to relevant I.S. specifications for materials,
moisture content, seasoning, preservation and workmanship.
All timber shall be from the heart of a sound tree of mature growth, entirely free from sapwood. It shall be
uniform in texture, straight in fiber and shall be well and properly seasoned. It shall be free from large, loose,
dead or cluster knots, soft or spongy spots, hollow pockets, pith or centre heart, waves, injurious open shakes,
borer holes, rot, decay date, discoloration and all other defects or any other damages of harmful nature which will
affect the strength, durability, appearance of its usefulness for the purpose for which it is required.
33.3 PARTICLE BOARD PANELS :
It shall be of well seasoned teak timber particles of uniform thickness, bonded with liquid phenol
formaldehyde synthetic resin adhesive of the hot press type. The particle board shall be either flat plate on press
or extrusion type as approved by the Department conforming to the latest I.S. specifications. Panels shall be
embedded into frames to a minimum of 12 mm. with 1.5 mm. air gaps.
33.4 SEASONING AND TREATMENT :
All timber to be used for sills and rails shall be kiln seasoned to the required standards as per I.S. 1141-1973.
33.5 ADHESIVE :
The adhesive for bonding of stiles, rails etc. shall be of highly water resistant type synthetic resins (liquid
type) adhesive conforming to relevant specifications for synthetic resins.
33.6 WORKMANSHIP AND FINISH :
The workmanship shall be of best quality. All members shall be in continues length. All the faces of the door
shutter shall be secured and in true planes. All wrought timber is to be sawn, planed, drilled or otherwise moulded
work to the correct size and shapes indicated in drawing or as specified. All joinery work shall fit truly and without
wedging or filling. All the faces of the shutters shall be sanded to smooth even texture. The finished sizes and sections
shall be as per drawing or as specified. The shutters shall be got approved from the Engineer-in-Charge at factory
site before carting the same to the site of work. The shutters damaged during the cartage and if any sub-standard
materials or bad workmanship is detected, the contractor, shall forthwith remove them and replace the same at his
own cost, all as directed by the Engineer-in-charge.
33.7 PRIMER COAT :
All factory made panel door shutters with seasoned teak wood/hard wood frame shall be painted with approved
Primer coat as per I.S. specifications 1003 (Part-I).
33.8 TESTS :
Tests shall be conducted as per mandatory test requirement by the Department at the contractors cost. All
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33.9 TOLERANCES :
Tolerances on nominal width and height shall be (+/-) 3 mm. Tolerance on nominal thickness shall be (+/-) 1.5
mm. The thickness of the shutter frame shall be uniform through out with a variation not exceeding 1 mm., when
measured at two points.
33.10 SAMPLES :
Sample of door shutter shall be got approved before manufacturing on large scale.
33.11 FIXINGt:
The shutter shall be fixed to teak wood or rolled M.S./EZ door frame (teak wood/rolled steel in door frames
paid under relevant items) with necessary fittings as per drawing (cost of fittings and fixtures paid under relevant
items). The shutter shall be painted as specified. The shutters of specified thickness and of required sizes as
fixed in position as shown in drawing/schedule of quantities shall be measured for payment. The length and width of
the shutter fixed in position shall be measured correct upto three places of decimal of a metre and the areas so
worked out shall be corrected upto two places of decimal of a square metre. The area of the shutter shall be
measured for the exposed surfaces of shutter between frames from inside or outside whichever is more.
33.12 RATE TO INCLUDE :
The rate quoted by the contractor shall be :
i) for supplying and fixing in position of finished shutters with necessary fittings and fixtures as per drawings
(excluding cost of fittings and fixtures which shall be paid under relevant items).
ii) painting/polishing as specified and as directed by the Engineer-in-charge.

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34 : GLASS FIBRE REINFORCED PLASTIC (GRP) PANEL

PANEL TYPE DOOR SHUTTERS
(FOR INTERNAL USE)
34.1 SCOPE
The specification for Glass Fibre Reinforced Plastic (GRP) Panel Type Door Shutters shall generally conforming
to IS 14856 and other associated IS Codes as regards to types, sizes, material, construction, workmanship, finish,
performance requirements and sampling etc. for use in residential and industrial buildings, except the large size door
shutters for industrial and special buildings like workshops, garages, godowns, etc.
34.2 REFERENCES: The above cited IS 14856 shall be referred with its associated codes.
34.3 TERMINOLOGY
Aggregate Defects: Presence of impurities such as pin holes, impurities and traces of mending more than 5
each or 5 in aggregate for defects at localized place.
Blistering: Air or solvent entrapped during moulding.
Colour Blots: Colour blots occurring on account of uneven distribution of colouring material.
Crazing: Fine hair cracks on the surface.
Defective Impregnation: Imperfect impregnation of glass fibre with unsaturated polyester resin.
Gelcoat: A gelcoat of UV stabilized, fire retardant, isophthalic quality mixed with 15percentby weight, aerosil
powder ( 500 micron ground silica) suitably formulated to high viscosity given to exposed exterior sections of the
moulded door shutter to provide a smooth glossy finish, enhance aesthetics and improve weathering and water
resistant properties of the moulded door shutter. The thickness of the coat shall be between 0.35 to 0.40 mm.
Impurities: Foreign matter present, other than specified.
Laminate: A reinforced resin sheet or moulding.
Pin Holes: Pores of size less than 1mm appearing on the surface.
Small Pores: Pores of size more than 1mm appearing on the surface.
Wrinkle: A slight ridge or furrow on surface.
Base Block: A wooden or suitable material provided within the door/shutter frame to facilitate fixing of fittings and
other accessories.
RTM Process: Resin Transfer Moulding includes all forms of resin injections, resin infusion vacuum infusion and
vacuum press moulding. Moulding is done in a closed mould under differential pressure.
Hand Lay Up: Hand Lay up process consist of laying gelcoat with appropriate layers of Chop Strand Mat ( CSM )
and resin in open moulds.
34.4 HANDING: Handing and direction of closing of shutters shall be designated in accordance with IS 4043.

34.5 MATERIAL
Glass Fibre Chopped Strand Mat ( CSM ): The glass fibre chopped strand mat used shall be as per IS 11551.
Glass Fibre Rovings: The glass fibre rovings shall be as per IS 11320.
Isophthalic Resin: Isophthaiic resin shall be of fire retardant grade as per IS 6746.
Curing Agents
1 Catalyst used shall be Methyl Ethyl Ketone Peroxide (MEKP), benzyl peroxide, acetyl aceto peroxide, etc.
2 Accelerator used shall be cobalt napthalate, cobalt octonate, N.N. dinethyl anilene, etc.
Fillers and Additives
1 Permissible fillers are fiench chalk powder (Talc) and calcium carbonate.
2 Aluminium trihydrite, antimony trioxide, minimum 5 percent, by weight of isophthalic resin, shall be used for fire
retardancy.
3 The fillers and additives content shall not exceed 10 percent by weight of isophthalic resin.

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Auxiliary Chemical: Polyvinyl alcohol ( PVA ) or other semipenetrant release agents and wax shall be used as a
mould release agent.
Pigments: Pigments compatible with isophthalic resin and gelcoat shall be used to obtain the shade of finish as
mutually agreed between the manufacturer and the purchaser.
Base Blocks: Base blocks for fixing fixtures in shutter with screws shall be of seasoned and treated hard wood
or any other suitable material.
Polyurethane Foam: Slabs of minimum density of 32 kg/cum and of thickness 4 mm less than the shutter
thickness with (+/-) 0.5 mm tolerance shall be used.

34.6 CONSTRUCTION / FABRICATION

34.6.1 The GRP shutter shall have hollow rails and stiles monolithically cast with panels.
34.6.2 The shutters shall be contact moulded by either hand lay up or Resin Transfer Moulding (RTM) process in
two pieces as shown in Fig. 1. The process shall consist of laying gelcoat of 0.35 mm to 0.40 mm thickness laid over
with three layers of GRP mat (one layer of 300 CSM mat and two layers of 450 CSM) for each of the web (panel)
portion and four layers of GRP mat for the flange (rails and stiles) portion (one layer of 300 CSM mat and three layers
of 450 CSM mat ). While closing the two pieces, additional layer of 450 CSM mat shall be provided in the web portion.
The CSM mat shall be bonded with isophthalic resin in the ratio not less than 1:2 (one part of mat to two parts of
isophthalic resin and fillers and additives) by weight. The edges shall be sealed with gelcoat and FRP mat to obtain
smooth finish. Sufficient rovings shall be laid in the corners to have smooth curve while laying the CSM mat. If the
shutter is moulded using the RTM process, then moulding shall be done either by laying gelcoat followed by laying of
the GRP mat. Core material shall be placed in location in the hollow sections. The GRP mat shall be bonded by
injecting under pressure isophthalic resin in a ratio not less than 1:2 (one part of mat to two parts of isophthalic resin ).
Alternatively, if the shutter is moulded without using gelcoat then the process is to lay the FRP mat in the mould with
the core material blocks in location in the hollow section. The GRP mat shall then be bonded by injecting under
pressure, isophthalic resin in a ratio not less than 1:2 ( one part of mat to two parts of isophthalic resin ).
34.6.3 Blocks of any seasoned hardwood of bulk density not less than 450 kg/m3 at 12 percent moisture content
or any other material of sufficient thickness and length shall be provided inside the shutter at suitable place to hold
fittings and fixtures such as aldrops, tower bolt, handle sliding door bolt, mortice lock, etc. Blocks for hinges shall be
provided at three locations, unless otherwise specified by the purchaser. One at the centre and other two at 200 mm
from the top and the bottom of the shutter.
34.6.4 Blocks shall be provided at predetermined places in the shutter so as to fix hinges, mortice locks, tower
bolts, aldrops, door closures, etc.
34.6.5 The finished surface shall be buffed and polished 3 IS 14856:2000 with wax.

34.7 DIMENSIONS, SIZES AND TOLERANCES

34.7.1 Dimensions of Components and Tolerances: The finished dimensions and tolerances of the different
components of door shutter shall be as given below:
Dimensions and Tolerances of Components of Door Shutters
SN

Description

Width (in mm)

Thickness (in mm)

Vertical stile, top and freeze rail

90 (+/-) 3

30 (+/-) or 35 (+/-) I

ii

Lock rail

120 (+/-) 3

30 (+/-) or 35 (+/-) I

iii

Bottom rail

150 (+/-) 3

30 (+/-) or 35 (+/-) I

Minimum thickness of GRP laminate of hollow rails and stiles shall be 3 mm.
Minimum thickness of GRP laminate used for panel in the shutter shall be 5 mm.
34.7.2 Sizes and Types: Sizes and types of the shutters shall be generally as per working drawings issued for the
work or shall conform to the modular sizes as per IS 14856.
34.7.3 Tolerances: Tolerances on the sizes of door shutters shall be _~mm.

34.8 LOCATIONS OF FIITINGS AND ACCESSORIES

34.8.1 The lock rail of door shutters shall be so placed that its centre line is at a height 850 + 5 mm from the bottom of
the shutter.

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34.8.2 Each door shutter shall be fixed to the frame with three hinges of the type specified, unless otherwise specified.
These location shall be, one at the centre and other two at 200 mm from the top and the bottom of the shutter, where
blocks have already been provided and suitable indication, by depressing the profile has been made.
34.8.3 Other fixtures shall also be provided at the locations where blocks have already been provided

34.9 FINISH
34.9.1 The surface of the moulded shutters shall be free from any visible defects such as small pores, crazing,
blistering, wrinkling, impurities, defective impregnation, colour blots and aggregate defects.
34.9.2 Scattered pin holes duly repaired and finished by applying resin and not noticeable shall be acceptable.
34.9.3 Panels, rails and stiles of the door shutters shall be flat and shall have smooth and level surface.
34.9.4 Shutter shall be finished in colour & design as specified in the agreement item.

34.10 TESTS
34.10.1 Tests on Material: Following tests shall be conducted on FRP laminate (without removing gel coat) cut from
door shutter. The method of carrying out the test shall be as per the reference code mentioned against each test.
Acceptable criteria shall be as mentioned against each test.
Tests on GRP Laminate
SI No.

Tests (as per IS requirement)

Acceptable Value

i)

Fibre glass content Annex B

25 percent (Min )

ii)

Barcol hardness Annex C

30 BHU (Min )

iii)

Tensile strength Annex D (MPa)

100 (Min )

iv)

Bending strength Annex E (MPa)

120 (Min )

v)

Elastic modulus Annex F in bend (MPa)

1 500 (Min )

vi)

Water absorption Annex G

0.5 percent (Max)

vii)

Fire retardancy Annex H

100 mm length of the specimen

shall not bum within 60 seconds

34.10.2 Requirements on Shutters

The following tests in accordance with IS 4020 (Parts 1 to 16) shall be conducted on the door shutters:
34.10.2.1 Dimensions und Squareness Test: Door shutters, when tested in accordance with 1S 4020 (Part 2), the
dimensions of nominal width and height shall be within a limit of (+/-) 5mm. The door shutter shall not deviate by more
than 1mm on a length of 500 mm. The thickness of the door shutter shall be uniform throughout with the permissible
variation of not more than 0.8 mm between any two points. The nominal thickness of the shutter shall be within a limit
of (+/-) 1.5mm.
34.10.2.2 General Flatness Test Door shutters, when tested in accordance with IS 4020 (Part 3), the twist, cupping
and warping shall not exceed 6 mm.
34.10.2.3 Local Planeness Test: Door shutters, when tested in accordance with 1S 4020 (Part 4), the depth of
deviation measured at any point shall not be more than 0.5 mm.
34.10.2.4 Impact Indentation Test: Door shutters, when tested in accordance with IS 4020 (Part 5), shall have no
defects such as cracking, tearing or delamination and the depth of indentation shall not be more than 0.2 mm.
34.10.2.5 Edge Loading Test: Door shutters, when tested in accordance with IS4020 (Part 7), the deflection of the
edge at the maximum load shall not be more than 5 mm. On removal of the loads, the residual deflection shall not be
more than 0.5 mm, failing which the test may be repeated on the other edge in the reverse direction. Also there shall
be no lateral buckling by more than 2 mm during loaded condition and no residual lateral buckling after removal of the
load.

34.10.2.6 Shock Resistance Test

1 Door shutters, when tested in accordance with 2.1 of IS 4020 (Part 8), there shall be no visible damage in any part
of the door after twenty-five blows on each end.

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2 Door shutters, when tested in accordance with 3.1 of IS 4020 (Part 8), the normally hung shutter, with hangings,
fixings and fastenings should withstand without any significant permanent deformation and without deterioration the
five impacts on both sides of the shutter.

34.10.2.7 Buckling Test: Door shutters, when tested in accordance with IS 4020 ( Part 9 ), shall not show any
deterioration and any residual deformation more than 5 mm after 15 min of unloading and the initial deflection also
shall not be more than 50 mm.
34.10.2.8 Slamming Test
Anyone of the following tests shall be used.
1. Door shutters, when tested in accordance with 2.1 of IS 4020 (Part 10), shall not have any visible damage in any
part of the door at the end of 50 successive impacts.
2. Door shutters, when tested in accordance with 3.1 of IS 4020 (Part 10), shall not have any visible damage in any
part of the door at the end of I00 successive impacts.

34.10.2.9 Misuse Test

Door shutters, when tested in accordance with 1S4020 ( Part 11 ), there shall not be any permanent deformation of
the fixing or any other part of the door set in hindering its normal working after the test.

34.11 SAMPLING AND CRITERIA FOR CONFORMITY: The sampling and criteria for conformity shall be in
accordance with IS 4020 (Part 1).
34.12 MARKING
1 All door shutters conforming to this specification shall be marked with the following information:
a) Name of manufacturer or trade-mark, if any.
b) Lot number/date of manufacture for identification.
c) ISI Certification mark if any.
34.13 MODE OF MEASUREMENT: Square metre area for shutters shall be measured for the exposed surfaces of
shutter between frame work from inside or outside, whichever is more. The linear dimensions shall be measured upto
two places of decimals of a metre. The area for payment shall be worked out correct upto two places of decimal of a
square metre.
34.14 RATE TO INCLUDE: The rate quoted by the contractor shall include supplying and fixing the shutters including
supplying and fixing all fittings and fixtures as per item and / or drawing. Unless otherwise specified, frame work for
the shutters shall be measured and paid separately under relevant item.
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35.
35. FITTINGS AND FIXTURES :
35.1 SCOPE OF WORK :
The work covered under these specifications consist of supplying different types of fittings and fixtures
required for doors, windows, ventilators etc. The supply shall be in accordance with the specification, drawings /
approved samples. Samples of various fittings and fixtures proposed to be incorporated in the work shall be submitted
by the contractor for approval of the Engineer-in-charge before order for bulk supply is placed.
35.2 GENERAL : All fittings and fixtures shall conform to relevant IS code and made of brass, nodized
aluminium, iron oxidised (M.S.) or as specified. These shall be well made reasonably smooth and free from sharp
edges, corners, flaws and other defects. Screw holes shall be counter sunk to suit the heads of the specified screws.
All hinges pins shall be of steel for brass hinges and aluminium alloy NR-6 or steel pins for aluminium hinges with
nylon washers or as specified. All riveted heads pertaining to hinge pins shall be well formed. Screws supplied for
fittings shall be of the same metal and finish as the fittings. However brass cadmium plated/chromium plated screws
shall be supplied with aluminium fittings. Samples of each fixture/ fitting shall be furnished by the contractor for
approval of the Engineer-in-Charge. Order for procurement of fittings and fixtures in bulk shall be placed only after
approval by the Engineer-in-Charge.
The fittings and fixtures to be incorporated in the work shall be strictly according to the approved sample.
Fittings shall be fixed in proper position as shown in the drawing and as directed by the Engineer-in-Charge. These
shall be truly vertical or horizontal as the case may be. Screws shall be driven home with a screwdriver and not
hammered in. Recess shall be cut to the exact size and depth for the counter sinking of hinges. The fittings and
fixtures shall be fixed in a workman like manner and any damages done either to fittings and fixtures or to the shutter
frames etc. should be rectified by the contractor at his own cost.
Fittings shall be of Mild steel, Stainless steel, aluminium, brass or as specified. The fittings shall be well made,
smooth, and free from sharp edges and corners, flaws and other defects.
Mild steel fittings shall be bright satin finish black stone
chromium plated or as specified.

nodized or copper oxidised (black finish), nickel

Brass fittings shall be finished bright satin finish or nickel chromium plated or copper oxidised or as specified.
Aluminium fittings shall be nodized to natural matt finish or dyed anodic coating less than grade AC 10 of IS: 1868
Stainless steel fittings shall be non-magnetic, rust & moisture proof, strong & sturdy. Pin of hinges shall also be of
stainless steel.
35.3 BUTT HINGES : Brass and aluminium hinges shall be manufactured from the extruded sections and
shall be free from cracks and other defects. M.S. butt hinges shall be cranked and manufactured from M.S.
sheets. All butt hinges shall conform to latest I.S. specifications butt hinges shall generally condorm to releval
I.S viz IS 1341 (M.S.) IS : 205 (Cast brass & aluminium, IS : 362 (Parliament hinges); IS : 453 sprig higes, IS : 3818
(Piano higes) etc. The size of butt hinges shall be taken as the length of the hinge. Width of the hinge shall be
measured from the centre line of hinge pin to end of flange.
35.4 PARLIAMENTARY HINGES : These shall be manufactured from extruded section for brass and
aluminium and from M.S. sheets for iron oxidised and shall be free from cracks and other defects. The size of the
parliamentary hinges shall be taken as the width between open flanges, while the depth shall be as specified.
35.5 PIANO HINGES :
These shall be generally conformed to I.S. 3818 and shall be made of either brass oxidised, aluminium
nodized, iron oxidised (M.S.) or as specified. Piano hinges shall be fixed in the entire length of the cupboard shutters
in a single piece. No joints shall be allowed.
35.6 TOWER BOLTS : These shall generally conform to IS 204 (Part II & I). They shall be well made and shall
be free from defects.
The tower bolts shall be of the following types :
i) MS semi barrel tower bolt with ms sheet pressed barrel and G.I. bolt or with ms barrel and ms Sheet bolt.
ii) Oxidised brass barrel tower bolt with brass sheet barrel and rolled or drawn brass bolt.
iii) Anodised aluminium tower bolt with barrel and bolt of extruded sections of aluminium alloy.
In case of M.S. tower bolt plates and straps after assembly shall be firmly nodize or spot welded properly.
The knobs of brass tower bolts shall be cast and the bolt fixed into the knob firmly as per I.S. specifications.
The tower bolt shall be finished to correct shape and pattern so as to have a smooth action. Wherever specified,
aluminium barrel tower bolts shall be manufactured from extruded sections of barrel & bolts.
Knobs shall be properly screwed to the bolt and riveted at the back. The size of the tower bolt shall be taken as
the length of barrel without top socket.
35.7 Door Letch :
This shall be of MS, cast brass or as specified shall have smooth sliding action. MS Latch shall be copper
oxidised (black finish) or as specified. Brass Latch shall be finished bright, CP or oxidised or as specified
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35.8 ALDROPS :
These shall be oxidised brass or nodized aluminium, iron oxidised or as specified and shall be capable of
smooth sliding action and shall be as per relevant I.S. Brass sliding door bolt (aldrop) shall be made from rolled
brass generally confirming to IS : 2681. M.S. sliding door bolt shall generally conform to I.S.281. The hasp shall be
of cast brass and screwed to the bolt in a workman like manner. Alternatively the hasp and the bolt may be in one
piece. Bolts shall be finished to shape and threaded with worth standard and provided with round brass washers and
nuts of square or hexagonal shape. All components shall be smooth and polished. The leading dimensions of
aldrop shall be as the length of the bolt and specified diameter.
35.9 DOOR HANDLES- BOW/PLATE HANDLES :
These should generally conform to IS : 208. Unless otherwise specified door handles shall be of 100 mm size &
windows handles of 75 mm size. These shall be of cast brass of specified size, shape and pattern as approved by
the Engineer-in-charge. All edges and corners shall be finished smooth and correct to shape and dimensions. Brass
handles shall be finished bright, chromium plated or oxidised as specified. Anodised aluminium or iron oxidised
(m.s.) handles shall be of specified size, shape and pattern. The size of the handle is taken as the inside grip of
the handle. In case of iron oxidised handles, the same shall be manufactured from m.s. sheet pressed into oval
section as per I.S.
35.10 MORTISE LOCK & LATCH :
This should generally conform to I.S. 2209. Handles shall conform to IS 4992.
Mortise lock with latches and a pair of level handles shall be 6 levers, with zinc alloy pressure die cast/brass or
as specified body of approved quality, and shall be right or left handed as specified. The pair of handles shall be
either brass chromium plated or nodized aluminium of approved shape and pattern or as specified. It shall be of
the best Indian make of approved quality. The size of the lock shall be determined by its length. The lock for single
leaf door shall have plain face and that for double leaf door a rebated face. Level handles with springs shall be
mounted on plates and shall be of approved quality, nodized aluminium or as specified.
35.11 HYDRAULIC DOOR CLOSER :
This shall be generally conform to IS : 3564. Hydraulic door closer shall be of approved quality and make. The
operation of the Hydraulic door closer shall be very smooth.
This should be of H.D.-66 for external/main doors and elegant - 63 for all internal doors. The overall height
should not be more than 170 mm. for H.D.-66 and 160 mm. for elegant - 63, base shall be 110 x 60 mm. for H.D.-66
and 100 x 55 mm. for elegant - 63 weighing not less than 4.5 kg. for H.D.-66 and 4 Kg. for elegant - 63. Speed of the
Hydraulic door closer shall be adjustable and latch closing also shall be adjustable type. Suspension and
lubrication of door closer shall be in perfect line and level.
35.12 The contractor shall provide for all the incidentals required for fixing these fixtures and fittings such
as cadmium plated screws etc. Fittings and fixtures shall be fixed securely in a workman like manner all as directed
by the Engineer-in-charge. Any of the fixtures damaged during the fixing shall be removed and new one fixed in
their place and the surface of joinery made good where affected, at his own expense. Mortise plates shall be used
over holes where the bolts enter in the wood work. Metal sockets shall be provided to all bolts where the shoot
enter brick, stone, concrete etc. The incidental Fixtures like mortise plates, metal sockets, screws etc. shall not be
paid for separately.
35.13 MORTICE NIGHT LATCH : This is a mortice lock having a single spring bolt withdrawn from the outside
by using the key and from inside by turning the knob and with an arrangement whereby the lock can be prevented
from being opened by its key from outside while the night latch is used from inside the room.
This should generally conform to IS: 3847. It shall be cast or sheet brass, cast or sheet aluminium alloy or mild steel
as specified and of approved make. These shall be bright finished or copper oxidised (black) finish as specified.
Normal size of the latch shall be denoted by the length of the face over the body in millimetres.
35.14 FLOOR DOOS STOPPER: The floor door stopper shall conform to IS: 1823. This shall be made of cast
brass of overall size as specified and shall have rubber cushion. The shape and pattern of stopper shall be approved
by the Engineer-in-Charge. It shall be of brass finished bright, chromium plated or oxidised or as specified. The size of
door stopper shall be determined by the length of its plate. The body of the door stopper shall be cast in one piece. All
parts of the door stopper shall be of good workmanship and finish and free from surface and casting defects.
Aluminium stopper shall have anodic coating of not less than grade AC-10 of IS 1868.
35.15 MODE OF MEASUREMENT AND RATE : Unless otherwise specified, all fittings including all necessary
accessories shall be measured in numbers and the rate shall include the cost of all materials including taxes, octroi,
excise duty, if any, loading, unloading, transporting, cost of screws, bolts and other accessories and fixing the same
complete.
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36.

GLASS AND GLAZING :

36.1 SCOPE OF WORK :

The work covered by this specification include furnishing and fixing the glass panes to teak wood or steel
doors and windows, strictly in accordance with these specifications and drawings.
36.2 MATERIALS :
i) Glass : The glass shall be special selected / selected ordinary quantity glass of M/s. Shree Vallabh / Triveni /
I.A.G. or of equivalent manufacture, as specified. Toughened float glass of approved manufacturer shall be used
wherever specified. The glass shall be free from bubbles, flaws specks, waves, air holes, distortion, scratches, cracks
or other defects. The glasses in bulk quantities shall be brought to site in Makers original packings and Makers
guarantee shall be produced if called for by the Engineer-in-charge. The glass shall be of required thickness as
mentioned in the items of schedule of quantities and/or drawing or as directed by the Engineer-in-charge. The
contractor shall submit the sample of the glass which he proposes to use on the work and only such approved quality
of glass shall be used in the works. The glass brought to site shall be protected against damages. Wherever frosted
(obscure) glass is mentioned in the item of schedule of quantities and / or shown in drawings, the glass shall be of
sand blown pattern and shall also be got approved from the Engineer-in-charge.
ii) Beading : The beading shall be of teak wood of superior quality timber in case of teak wood doors and
windows and/or required sizes mentioned in the items of schedule of quantities and/or shown in drawing. In case of
steel / Aluminium doors and windows, the beading shall be anodised aluminium beading of channel section as per
sizes mentioned in the item and / or shown in the drawing. The junction of the beadings shall be mitre jointed.
iii) Dimensions, Thickness and weight of the glass: Unless otherwise specified, these shall be as per table
given below. All panes shall have properly squared corner and straight edges
Normal
thickness

Range
thickness

of

Weight
kg / sqm

3.0 mm

2.8 to 3.2 mm

07.5

4.0 mm

3.8 to 4.2 mm

10.0

4.8 mm

4.6 to 5.1 mm

11.9

5.5 mm

5.2 to 5.8 mm

13.5

6.3 mm

6.0 to 6.6

15.5

in

36.3 WORKMANSHIP :
The glass shall be cut to the required sizes of panels where it is to be fitted, and it shall be so cut that it fits
properly in the frames without rattling. Pre-measurement of each panel prior to the cutting of glass is essential.
The beading shall then be fixed to glass panes and screwed at close intervals not more than 10 cm. from
each corner and the intermediate not more than 20 cm. apart. When the glass panes are fixed with aluminium beading
having mitred joints, epoxy resin or silicon sealant shall be applied covering the area in contact between the glass
panes and sash bars and also between glass panes and the beading. In case of louvers, all the exposed edges of the
glass shall be ground properly.
All glass panes shall be fixed within the aluminium framing by use of CP brass or SS screws and the joints
sealed with epoxy resin or silicon sealant to make the unit completely waterproof. Glazing or caulking compound
around the perimeter of glass shall not be permitted. Fixed glass panes shall be supported by setting blocks. There
shall be no whistling or rattling.
36.4 GENERAL :
After the inspection is over and permitted by the Engineer-in-charge, glass panes shall be cleaned off any
labels, paints smears and spots and shall be washed from both the sides and all glazing left clear, perfect and free
from rattling. The contractor shall provide all the scaffolding, tools and plants for fixing the glass panes at his own
cost. In case of steel windows, any hardware if fixed in position, shall be removed temporarily before fixing the
glass panes and which shall be re-fixed back in position, all at the contractors cost.
36.5 MODE OF MEASUREMENT :
The rate for teak wood door/window shutters and/or steel door/window shall normally cover the cost of glass and
glazing also, unless otherwise mentioned. In case the glazing is carried out as a separate item, the measurement shall
be taken out to cut size of teak wood/steel door/window frames forming the sides of glass panes and area calculated
to two places of decimal of a square meter.
The rate shall include the cost of supplying and fixing the glass panes, all materials, labour, transport,
scaffolding etc.
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37.
37. STEEL DOORS, WINDOWS AND VENTILATORS :
SCOPE OF WORK :
The work covered under these specifications consist of supplying steel windows and doors and ventilators,
fixing, glazing etc. complete in strict accordance with the specifications and relevant detailed/shop drawings.
37.1 GENERAL :
The contractor shall submit 6 copies of shop drawing covering all types of work under this specification
before manufacture. The drawing shall show all dimensions, details of construction, installation, relating to
adjoining and related work etc.
37.2 MATERIAL :
Shutters, frames etc. as dimensioned in the drawing shall be fabricated from I.S. standard sections rolled by
M/s. Man Industries or other approved equivalent. No glazing bars shall be provided unless otherwise shown in
drawing. Glazing used will be clear sheet glass of special selected quality manufactured by M/s. Shree Vallabh or
other approved equivalent, unless otherwise specified. Steel sections shall be free from rolling or other defects. They
shall be easily welded and punched and shall be cold straightened and shall conforming to latest I.S. 1038 - 1983.
The anticorrosive shop coat of paint shall be given before the materials are brought to site.
37.3 COUPLING BARS FOR COMPOSITE DOORS,WINDOWS AND VENTILATORS :
All doors window, ventilators units shall be so constructed that those if required may be coupled together by
means of the standard mullion and weathered transom bars and coupling pieces.
All steel hinges shall be projected steel hinges with non magnetic stainless steel pins and washers to permit
complete ease in cleaning the glass and shall be welded or rivetted to the frame.
37.4 FABRICATION :
The frames shall be square and flat and shall be constructed of sections cut to length, mitred and
welded at corners. All welding shall be electrical flash butt welding excepting for the welding of steel sheets for the
shutters.
Sections shall be formed true to details with clean straight, sharply defined profiles and free from defects
that may impair its durability. All works shall be accurately formed to the required dimensions, line and level. All
joints shall be continuously reinforced, fitted and continuously welded at the edges. Surface along joints shall be
ground to attain a smooth level surface even and flush with adjoining surfaces. All frames shall be properly
reinforced for the attachment of hardware. The heads of frames for openings wider than 1.2 m. shall be
reinforced to prevent sagging or deflection when installed.
37.5 INSTALLATION :
The doors, windows and ventilators brought to site shall be stacked up site down on wooden runner under
cover. Fixing shall be done as per latest Indian Standard Specifications. The size of the prepared openings shall be
checked first and these should be cleaned off all obstructions.
The doors/windows/ventilators shall not be forced into the walls but shall fixed into prepared openings in
workmen like manner.
All joints between masonry/concrete and the metal shall be fully filled with approved mastic filler/putty in order
to ensure water tightness. The joints shall be neatly pointed with matching cement and excess material shall be
removed.
All brick jambs and sill holes shall be cut 50 mm. square and 100 mm. deep for fixing hold fasts. All concrete
jambs and lintels, holes shall also be carefully drilled and if reinforcing steel is encountered, the length of the hold
fasts may be decreased and existing surface made good to the original condition.
Any hard ware if fixed in position shall be removed before fixing the frames in the structural openings and
moving parts shall be secured with wire or string during erection and while the building work is being completed to
prevent damage to the part. Hardware shall be fixed as late as possible preferably just before the final coat of paint
is applied. It shall be fitted in workmanlike manner so that it may not be marked and mutilated by hammers and
screws and pins are not marked and mutilated by hammers and screwdrivers. It shall be tested for correct
operations to the satisfaction of the Engineer-in-charge.

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37.6 DETAILS OF COMPONENT PARTS :

37.6.1 Doors : Door shutters shall be hung on projecting hinges of 67 mm size and shall be fitted with
mortise lock and two brass or bronze lever handles. In case of double leaf doors, the first closing leaf of double
leaf doors shall also be provided with brass or bronze tower bolts concealed in the section at top and bottom.
These shall be so constructed as not to work loose or drop by their own weight and necessary lugs, fittings, screws
etc. shall be provided and fitted properly at site.
37.6.2 Windows : Window shutters shall be hung on projecting hinges. One leaf of the hinges shall be welded
into a slot in the outer frame and the other leaf of the hinges riveted to the opening shutters. Hinges may be of the
friction type in which case the window shall not be fitted with peg stay. In case of non-friction projecting hinges, a
brass or bronze three holes peg stays 300 mm. long with pegs and brackets, welded or rivetted to the frame shall
also be provided. Handles shall be of brass or bronze and shall be of brass or bronze, and shall be mounted on a
mild steel handle plate welded to the shutter in such a way that it should be fixed after the shutter is glazed. The
handles shall have a two point nose which shall engage with brass, bronze or aluminium alloy as specified, striking
plate, on the fixed frame so that it can hold the shutters in a slightly openable as well in a fast position.
37.6.3 VENTILATORS : a) Top hung ventilators : These shall be fixed with plain hinges, riveted to the
fixed frames or welded to it after cutting a slot in it. A peg stay 300 mm. long of brass or bronze with three holes, as
in case of windows shall be provided.
The locking bracket shall either be fitted to the fixed frame or to the ventilators.
b) Centre Hung Ventilators : These shall be hung on two pairs of brass of lead/tin/bronze cup pivots, riveted
to the inner and outer frame of the ventilators to permit these to swing through an angle of approximately 85 deg.
The opening portion of the ventilators shall be so balanced that it remains open at any desired angle under
normal weather condition.
A bronze or brass spring catch shall be provided at the top centre of the ventilator. A brass cord pully wheel in
a mild steel or malleable iron brackets, shall be fitted with screws or welded at the sill and a cord eye shall be fixed
to inner frame of ventilators to facilitate opening of ventilators.
37.6.4 Composite Units : Composite units consist of a combination of two or more units of doors, windows,
ventilators etc. as the case may be. The different units shall be coupled by using coupling sections. The coupling
sections shall be made from M.S. sheet 3.15 mm. in thickness and 56 mm. wide as per I.S. 1038-1957 para 5.2 and
these shall be fixed with bolts and nuts.
Wherever the ventilators, windows and doors shall have coupling section, mastic cement shall be applied
between the junctions to make the joints watertight.
To calculate height or width of composite units, add 2.5 cm. for each mullion or transom coupling bar for each
unit.
37.7 FINISHING : All steel surfaces shall be thoroughly cleaned of rust, scale and dirt by pickling and
marking. A shop priming coat of superior quality red oxide or equivalent shall then be given before despatch.
Alternatively, where so specified, the steel surfaces shall be treated for rust proofing by the hot dip zinc spray or
electro galvanising process, having a coating of not less than 60 microns thickness or as specified. Zinc spray articles
shall be given one coat of priming coat of superior quality red oxide or equivalent.
Final finishing with two coats of synthetic enamel/flat oil paint of approved make and shade shall be given after
the doors,windows and ventilators are erected/fixed in final position. The rate shall be inclusive of final finishing coats
including the priming coat.
In case of galvanised doors, windows and sashes, their surfaces shall be treated with copper acetate
solution or other approved mordant solution to ensure proper adherence of paint, unless the galvanised surface
has weathered adequately at the time of final painting.
Non-ferrous parts and working parts such as handle stays, catches, handle pins, hinge pins etc. shall not be
painted.
37.8 GLASS AND GLAZING : Specifications for glazing given in this book under chapter Glass and Glazing,
shall also be applicable for steel doors / windows / ventilators.
37.9 MODE OF MEASUREMENT : The mode of measurements for steel doors, windows and ventilators
for complete item of supply and fixing in position shall be on area basis calculated in sqm. correct to two places of
decimal. The height and width of members shall be measured outer to outer edge of the members correct to 1 mm.
The rate for steel door, window and ventilator shall include cost of all fittings, materials, hold fasts, glazing,
painting, labour etc.
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38.

ROLLING SHUTTERS :

38.1 SCOPE OF WORK & GENERAL :

Item refers to supplying and fixing rolling shutters of size and type as specified in the description of item.
38.2 MATERIALS :
Rolling shutters complete with accessories shall be of approved quality and as specified. These shall be suitable
for fixing in position as specified i.e. outside or inside; on or below lintel or between jambs of the opening. Rolling
shutter shall be hand/gear operated as specified in the item of schedule of quantities. For hand operated shutters, it
shall be push and pull type. For gear operated shutters, it shall be provided with reduction gear operated by
mechanical device with chain, crank, shaft and handle. The shutter shall consist of 80 mm. wide MS laths 1.25 mm
thick or gauge as specified of best quality mild steel sheet machine rolled. Laths shall be inter-locked together
throughout their entire length and jointed together at the end with end locks. These shall be mounted on specially
designed pipe shaft. The spring shall be of best quality and shall be manufactured from the tested tensile spring
steel wire or strip of adequate strength to balance the shutter in all positions. The spring, pipe shaft etc. shall be
supported on strong mild steel or malleable cast iron brackets. Both the side guides and bottom rails shall be jointless
and of single piece of pressed steel of minimum 16 gauge thickness. The top cover of shaft, spring etc. shall be of the
same materials as that of lath. No extra payment shall be made for the hood, brackets etc. to cover the shaft etc. The
reduction gear arrangement operated by the mechanical device shall be of the best quality and shall be easy in
operation.
38.3 FIXING :
Brackets shall be fixed on the lintel/beam or under the lintel/beam as specified in item with rawl plugs and
screws, bolts, washers etc. The shaft along with the spring shall then be fixed on the brackets. The lath portion
(shutters) shall be laid on ground and the side guide channels shall be bound with it. The shutter shall then be placed
in position. The side guide channels shall be fixed to the wall through the plates welded to the guides. These plates
and brackets shall be fixed by means of steel screws, bolts and rawl plugs drilled into the wall. The plates and screws,
bolts shall be concealed in plaster to make their locations invisible. Fixing shall be done accurately in a workman like
manner that the operation of the shutter is easy and smooth. All grout holes and damages on the wall while fixing of
shutters shall be made good by the contractor at no extra cost to the Department. The contractor shall ensure smooth
and easy working of shutters. All the members of the rolling shutter shall be thoroughly cleaned off dust, scales, rust
etc. and shall be given approved priming coat of red oxide paint before fixing the shutter in position and then shall be
painted with two coats of flat/synthetic enamel paint of approved quality and shade.
38.4 MODE OF MEASUREMENT :
The area of rolling shutters shall be measured in square metre correct upto two places of decimal. Width and
height shall be taken for net opening correct to a centimeter.
38.5 RATE :
The rate shall include the cost of materials,labour involved in all the operations described above.
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39.

M. S. GRILLS / RAILINGS :

39.1 GENERAL :
The contractor shall submit 6 copies of shop drawings covering all types of work under this specifications before
manufacture. The drawing shall show all dimensions, details of construction, installation relating to the adjoining work.
39.2 MATERIALS :
All structural steel shall conform to I.S. 226 sections for grills and shall be free from loose mill scales, rusts,
pittings or any other defects affecting its strength and durability.
39.3 FABRICATION :
The grill shall be fabricated to the design and pattern shown in the drawings. All joints shall be made in best
workman like manner with slotting and welding as required to the specified size and shape. The edge of the M.S.
flats shall be suitably mitred before welding to get the desired shape. The joints shall be filled to remove excess
stay after welding. Screws, nuts, washers, bolts, rivets and any other miscellaneous fastenings, devices shall be
of steel and shall be provided by the contractor.
Manufactured M.S. grills then be fixed in between the posts, balusters, M.S. frame work etc. to correct
alingnment. Any undulations, bends etc.found shall be rectified by the contractor at his own cost. The complete
assembly of grill/railing so fixed shall be firm and there shall not be any lateral movements.
39.4 SAMPLES :
Samples of grill and railings shall be submitted for approval of the Engineer-in-Charge and to be got approved
before taking up for mass fabrication.
39.5 INSTALLATION :
The approved grills shall be fixed in position where specified and shown in drawings including in
masonry walls, teakwood frames, hand railings etc. Any damages to walls, frames etc. caused during fixing the
grills shall be made good by grouting with cement mortar/packing/repairing properly at the contractors cost.
39.6 PAINTING :
Painting shall be done as per the specifications specified under painting.
39.7 MODE OF MEASUREMENT :
Actual area of m.s. grill manufactured and fixed in position shall only be measured in square metre for payment.
All measurements shall be taken to two places of decimal of a metre and area shall be calculated to second place of
decimals of a square metre.
The rate is to include the cost of all materials, labour, transporting,
necessary, grouting etc. complete.

fabricating, installing, scaffolding if

39.8 FINISHING/PAINTING/POLISHING FOR RAILING :

Teak wood hand rail shall be polished with wax polish/ french polish/solignum with two or more coats over one
coat of wood primer or painted with two coats of synthetic enamel paint/flat oil paint of approved make and shade
over one coat of approved primer. M.S. grills, balusters etc. also to be painted as per specifications specified under
painting/polishing.
39.9 MODE OF MEASUREMENTS (HAND RAILS) :
Hand railing shall be measured for payment in running metre. The length shall be measured along the top
centre line of the hand rail and shall be measured between ends of balusters, newels, posts as the case may be upto
two places of decimals of a metre. Rate shall include fabrication, leaving suitable pockets, grouting the same,
providing and fixing suitable teak wood plugs, fixing, all labour, materials, transport, painting/polishing, finishing and
scaffolding if necessary.
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40. ALUMINIUM ENTRANCE DOORS, WALL SPANS, GLAZING ETC.

40.1 SCOPE OF WORK :
The scope of work in the present tender item includes fabrication, supply and installation of white
anodised matt finished aluminium entrance doors, glazing etc. strictly in accordance with these specifications
and relevant detailed approved shop drawings.
40.2 GENERAL :
The material, fabrication and hardware shall conform to the IS 1948. The contractor shall submit 6 copies of
shops drawings covering all type/details of work as generally shown in Architectural drawing and envisaged under
these specifications before manufacture. The drawing shall show all dimensions, details of construction, installation
of fixtures and relation to adjoining and related works. No fabrication work shall be undertaken prior to obtaining
approval of the shop drawings from the Engineer-in-Charge. The tenderer shall intimate at the time of tendering, the
type of sections he proposes to use on the works.
40.3 MATERIALS :
Aluminium alloy for extruded sections for the above work shall correspond to I.S. 733 & 737 specifications or
any further revision thereof(extruded sections shall conform to I.S. Designation HE 9- WP. Hollow sections shall
conform to I.S. Designation HV9-WP) and shall be anodised before incorporating in the work. Anodic coating shall
conform to IS 1868. The frame work, stiles, mullions, beadings, transoms and handles etc. shall be of aluminium
anodised sections as shown in detailed approved drawings. All aluminium sections shall be of INDAL or other
equivalent make as per drawing. The contractors can
also propose nearest alternative sections
they
manufacture/posses without changing the elevation, structural stability & functional requirement. Department
reserves the right to accept the alternative section or otherwise. The sections shall be structurally suitable to
withstand all the loads, the members have to sustain. Counter sunk screws, nuts, bolts, washers, rivets and other
miscellaneous fastenings devices shall be of approved brass cadmium plated or stainless as specified in the
approved drawing. Each door leaf shall be prepared to receive glazed panel of required thickness. Glazing shall be
done with neoprene dry set glazing gasket (of best quality and approved make) with snap-in-bevelled white
anodised matt finish aluminium metal glazing stops inside and outside. All doors shall have off- set pivots, double
action (1800 minimum swing) floor springs with oil check boxes of approved manufacture. All doors shall have 4
lever concealed brass body mortise lock without handles as per manufacturers design, with concealed flush C.P.
brass tower bolts provided at suitable locations. All doors shall have push plates of design shown in the approved
drawing as described in the schedule of quantities. All entrances shall be without thresholds. All aluminium
surfaces in contact with masonry or concrete shall be given a thick coat of bitumastic paint. After fabrication,
aluminium sections shall be protected from construction hazards that may damage their appearance or finish. All
exposed surfaces of aluminium door entrance shall be protected by masking tape during transshipment and erection.
All sections and hardware shall have anodic film and cover a minimum thickness of 0.015 mm.
40.4 FABRICATION :
The frames shall be manufactured square and flat, the corners of the frame being fabricated to true right
angle. All the fixed, sliding and opening frames shall be constructed of sections which have been cut to length,
mitred, welded and mechanically fixed at the corners. Where hollow sections are used with welded joints, argon-arc
welding or flash butt welding shall be employed (Gas welding or brazing not to be done). In case welded joints are
used, anodising shall be done after fabrication as a whole. All welding shall be on unexposed sides in order to
prevent pitting/discolouration of other surface imperfections after fixing etc. Necessary allowance shall be made
while manufacturing the aluminium door entrances, wall spans and glazing for receiving plaster. No field
fabrication of frames is permitted. A thick layer of clear transparent lacquer based on methacrylates or cellulose
butyrate shall be applied on the finished sections of the aluminium work by the contractor to protect the surfaces
from wet cement, lime, dirts, dust etc. during the construction activities. The size for door, window or ventilator
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40.5 HARDWARE :
All cut outs, recesses, mortising or milling and operations required for fixing the hardware shall be
accurately made reinforced with packing plate as required to ensure adequate strength of the connection. All the
hardware accessories shall be of best approved type and of anodised finish same as for the frames and other
sections. Each lock shall be supplied with two stainless steel keys and each key shall be with number stamped
thereon according to the number on doors so installed. All hardware shall be free from defects, which may affect the
appearance and serviceability. All hardware shall be fixed after obtaining the prior approval of the Engineer-in-Charge.
Approved samples of hardware shall be kept in the custody of the Engineer-in-Charge. Working and moving parts of
locksets shall be accurately fitted to smooth, close bearings and shall be free from rattle. The floor springs shall be of
heavy-duty type and should allow door operation smoothly and shall conform to IS 6315. The contractor shall furnish
a guarantee for all finishing and quality of hardware covered under this section and which shall remain free from
defects of any kind, either materials and/or workmanship for a period of one year (unless otherwise specified) from the
date of completion/handing over of work. The contractor shall repair or replace any and all defective work and damage
caused, at any time or times during that period within 3 days from the written notice. This shall be done without any
extra cost to the Department and to the complete satisfaction of the Engineer-in-Charge. In case the same are not
replaced immediately after the receipt of the notice to do so, the Department shall do so at the cost of contractors. The
cost as certified by the Engineer-in-Charge shall be final and binding on the contractors.

40.6 FIXING :
Fixing and glazing of doors, windows and ventilators shall be conforming to IS 1081, unless otherwise specified.
The frames shall be accurately fixed in the flooring / brick masonry or R.C.C. works. The fixing of the frame shall be
done with cadmium plated brass counter sunk screws driven on to the teak wood rough ground, or fixed to the wall
with hold fasts as directed by the Engineer-in-charge, and as shown in approved drawings. All aluminium works
shall be fixed in position as per relevant Indian Standard Specifications and code of practice for fixing and glazing of
aluminium work. Joints between metal and masonry shall be fully caulked with mastic / polysulphide compound in
order to ensure water tight joints as directed by the Engineer-in-Charge. Joints shall be neatly painted with matching
cement and excess materials shall be removed. Fixing of aluminium door entrances, hardware etc. shall be done in
best workmanship like manner true to line, level, plane, plumb etc. and all as directed by the Engineer-in-Charge.
Breaking of floor for providing floor springs and restoration of the floor finishes to the original specification and finishes
and minor additions and alterations to the openings shall be deemed to have been included in the quoted rates.

40.7 GLASS AND GLAZING :

40.7.1 Glass : The glass shall be of selected quality/special selected quality of M/s. Triveni / Shree
I.A.G. or equivalent manufacture, as specified under the chapter GLASS AND GLAZING.

Vallabh,

40.7.2 Glazing Clips/Beading : The glazing clips/beading where specified in drawings for aluminium/steel
doors and windows shall be anodised aluminium beading of channel section or as specified & as per sizes mentioned
in the item and/or shown in the drawing.
The junction of the beadings shall be mitre jointed. Holes for glazing clips shall be drilled prior to fabrication and
shall not be done at any later stage.
40.7.3 The glass shall be cut to the required sizes of panels where it is to be fitted and it shall be so cut that it
fits properly in the frames without rattling. Premeasurement of each panel prior to the cutting of glass is essential.
The clips/beading shall then be fixed to glass panes and screwed at close intervals not more than 10 cm. from
each corner and the intermediate not more than 20 cm. apart. When glass panes are fixed with wooden beadings
having mitred joints or aluminium beading, a thin layer of glaziers putty shall be applied covering the area in contact
between the glass and sash-bars and beadings. In case of louvers all the exposed edges of the glass shall be
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40.7.4 Glazing : The glass panes shall be fixed to the frame as mentioned above with approved Neoprene dry
set glazing gasket (of best quality and approved make) with snap-in-bevelled white anodised matt finished aluminium
metal glazing stops inside and outside. In the fixed side and transom light, the thickness of glass or panel shall be
accommodated by the screw down glazing stops. The glass panels shall be fixed firmly and truly parallel to the
plane of frames. All damages or breakages during glazing shall be made good at the contractors own cost till the
work is properly taken over by the Engineer-in-Charge. All wall spans glazing and entrances, fixed glazing etc.
shall be tested for water tightness. Any leakage found during testing, it is the responsibility of the contractor to
rectify the same without any extra claim.
40.7.5 General : After the inspection is over and permitted by the Engineer-in-Charge, the glass panes shall
be cleaned off any labels, paint smears and spots and shall be washed from both the side and all glazing left clear,
perfect and free from rattling. The contractor shall provide all the scaffolding, tools and plants for fixing the glass
panes at his own cost. In case of aluminium/steel doors/windows any hardware if fixed in position shall be
removed temporarily before fixing the glass panes and which shall be re-fixed back in position all at the
contractors cost.
40.8 MODE OF MEASUREMENT :
a) Aluminium work: The measurement of aluminium sections shall be taken only after the frames along with
shutters are fixed in its final finished position in line, level and plumb. Length of each extruded section used for
fabrication shall be measured outer to outer of cut length correct upto 1 mm
The weight of material used shall be calculated on the basis of actual weight of extruded sections used for
fabrication and shall be compared with the weights given in the catalogue of the approved manufacturer subject to the
condition that the variation in actual weight should not exceed (+ / -) 10% than the approved catalogue weights. The
payment shall be made for the actual weight of the extruded section after anodising. The final weight shall be
calculated in kgs upto two places of decimal.
b) Glazing work: The length and width of opening for glazing inserts shall be measured correct to a centimetre
and area for payment shall be calculated in square metre nearest to 0.01 sqm.
40.9 RATE :
Unless otherwise specified, Fittings and fixtures such as window handles, hinges, peg stays, friction stays,
concealed window lock, cleat angles, stiffener plates etc. shall not be measured for payment and rate quoted shall
include cost of all such fittings, accessories and hardware. However, door handles, mortise lock, dead lock, door
closer, floor springs, concealed door tower bolts shall be measured separately as specified in the item and paid for.
The rate quoted shall include all taxes, duties etc. tools, plants, labour involved in all the operations
described above, fixing in final position including submitting shop drawings etc. and all incidentals to the job involved.
40.10 TESTING :
Aluminium sections shall be tested for its unit weight, anodic coating etc. as per relevant IS codes.
40.11 GUARANTEE :
All materials used in above work shall be guaranteed for one year (unless otherwise specified) from the date of
handing over the work. Any defect found in the guarantee period shall be replaced/repaired to original
condition/position entirely at the contractors cost.
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41. ALUMINIUM WINDOWS, VENTILATORS, COMPOSITE UNIT ETC. :

41.1 SCOPE OF WORK :
The scope of work in the tender item includes fabrication, supply and installation of white anodised matt
finished aluminium windows, ventilators, composite units, glazing etc. strictly in accordance with these
specifications and relevant detailed approved shop drawings.
41.2 GENERAL :
The material, fabrication and hardware shall conform to IS 1948 & 1949. The contractor shall submit six copies of
shop drawings covering all types/details of work as generally shown in Architectural drawing and envisaged under
these specifications before manufacture. The drawing shall show all dimensions, details of construction, installation,
fixtures and relation to adjoining and related works. No fabrication work shall be under- taken prior to the approval of
the shop drgs. from the Engineer-in-Charge. The tenderer shall intimate at the time of tendering, the types of sections
he proposes to use on the works.
41.3 MATERIALS :
The aluminium alloy used in the manufacture for extruded window section shall correspond to I.S. 733 (or
any further revision thereof). Extruded sections shall conform to I.S. designation HE9-WP and Hollow sections shall
conform to I.S. Designation HV9-WP. The frame work, stiles, mullions, beadings, transoms, hinges, pegstays,
handles etc. shall be of aluminium anodised sections as shown in the detailed drawings. All sections and hardware
shall have minimum anodic film thickness of 0.015 mm. All sections shall be of INDAL or other equivalent make as
per drg. The contractor can also propose nearest alternative sections they manufacture/posses without changing
the elevations and functional requirements. Department reserves the right to accept the alternative sections or
otherwise. The sections shall be structurally suitable to withstand all the load, the members have to sustain.
Countersunk screws, nuts, bolts, washers, rivets and other miscellaneous fastening devices shall be of approved
cadmium plated or stainless steel as specified in the approved drawings.
41.4 FABRICATION :
The frames shall be manufactured square and flat. The corners of the frames shall be fabricated to true right
angles. All the fixed, sliding, openable frames shall be constructed from sections which have been cut to length,
mitred and mechanically jointed or welded at the corners. Where hollow sections are used with welded joints, argon
arc welding or flash butt welding shall be employed (Gas welding or brazing not to be done). Sub-dividing bars of units
shall be tennoned and rivetted into the frames. In case welded joints are used, all welding shall be on unexposed
sides in order to prevent pitting, discolouration and other surface imperfections after finishing. The dimensions
shown in the drawing are overall heights and widths to the outside of frames of aluminium windows. The side
hung shutters shall have projected friction type hinges of aluminium alloy. Concealed projected hinges having
structural stability and of good quality will also be considered only after the inspection of the sample submitted by
the tenderer. The necessary pegstays, handles, window fasteners etc. shall be of aluminium. The handle shall be
mounted on a handle plate rivetted to the opening frame. The pegstays shall be 300 mm. long or as required
complete with peg and locking bracket and shall have holes for keeping the shutter open in three different positions.
No field fabrication of frames is permitted. The complete fabricated assembly shall be anodised in approved satin
finish with minimum film thickness of 0.015 mm. for the entire surface. A thick layer of clear transparent lacquer based
on methacrylate or cellulose butyrate shall be applied on the finished sections of the aluminium windows etc. by
the supplier to protect the surfaces from wet cement, lime, dirt, dust etc. during the installation. This lacquer coating
shall be removed after installation is complete, if approved by the Engineer-in-Charge and all sections of the
windows shall be protected by P.V.C. film covering.
41.5 HARDWARE :
All cut outs, recesses, mortising or milling and operations required for fixing the hardware shall be accurately
made, reinforced with packing plate as required to ensure adequate strength of the connection. All the hardware,
accessories shall be of best approved type and of anodised finish same as for the frame and other sections. All
hardware shall be free from defects which may affect the appearance and serviceability. All hardware shall be fixed
after obtaining the prior approval of the Engineer-in-Charge. Approved samples of hardware shall be kept in the
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41.6 FIXING :
The window frames shall be accurately fixed in the brick masonry or R.C.C. work. The fixing of the frame
shall be done with cadmium plated brass counter sunk screws driven on the teak wood rough grounds if required or
fixed to the wall with holdfasts. All aluminium windows shall be fixed in position as per I.S. 1081-1960 (or any
revision thereof): Code of practice for fixing and glazing of aluminium windows. All joints between metal and
masonry/rough ground wooden frame shall be fully caulked with mastic or polysulphide compound in order to
ensure water tight joints. Joints shall be neatly painted with matching cement and excess materials shall be
removed. Hardware shall be fixed in workman like manner all as directed by the Engineer-in-Charge.
41.7 SAMPLES :
The samples of different windows shall be submitted to the Engineer-in-charge, for approval.
41.8 GLAZING :
The glazing shall be of Indian make plain sheet/frosted figured glass of special selected quality and size as
mentioned in item description and drawings and shall be of M/S. Triveni/Shree Vallabh/I.A.G. or other
approved equivalent. The specifications specified here-in-before shall hold good as far as applicable.
41.9 MODE OF MEASUREMENT :
Similar to as described under chapter Aluminium Windows, Ventilators, Composite Unit Etc.
41.10 GUARANTEE :
All materials and workmanship in above work shall be guaranteed for a period of one year (unless otherwise
specified) from the date of handing over the work. Unqualified performance guarantee for smooth operation of the
windows, doors, wall spans and precautionary measures against leakages etc. shall be furnished by the
contractor on stamped paper, if so specified in schedule of quantities. Any defect found during the guarantee period
shall be replaced/made good to the original conditions/positions entirely at the cost of the contractor.
41.11 TESTING :
All windows shall be tested for water tightness. Any leakage found during testing shall be rectified by
the contractor without any extra charge.

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42. ALUMINIUM CURTAIN WALL SYSTEM

42.1 General

1) Aluminium Curtain Wall System shall be designed for the following effects:
(a) Permanent Deformation, thermal expansion.
(b) Wind and seismic load
(c) Air and water infilteration or leakage.
(d) Lateral deflection per floor height
2) Unless otherwise specified the design of the system shall be prepared by the specialized firm for executing such
works and submitted to the EIC / Department for approval after detailed scrutiny and checking design calculations and
drawings.
3) The work shall bear five years guarantee. It will be obligatory on the part of the contractor to execute the work
systematically and conduct the necessary mock-up unit tests, before taking up the work to the satisfaction of EIC /
Department.
42.2 Specification for Materials used for Curtain Wall
1

Glazing

Glazing work shall be as specified in the description of the item and / or as described
under the chapter Glass & Glazing of this book.

Framing
system

Aluminium anodized extruded sections manufactured by reputed approved manufacturers,

for all types of members like brackets, mullions, transom etc.

Sealant

As specified in the item or silicon sealant

Insulation

50 mm thick glass wool of minimum density 48 kg/cum sandwiched with black polythene
sheet 100 micron on one side and aluminium foil of 100 micron on the other side or as
specified by manufacturer at spandrel area. The surface after fixing insulation shall be
plain without any distortion

Heat
Reflective
Toughened
Glass

(a) St. Gobain - Reflectosolar as specified.

(b) Glaverbel / Glavermass - Super Siliver.
(c) Visteon Ford
Brown or Grey Colour of any shade approved by the Engineer-in-Charge.

42.3 Aluminium Alloy Extruded Sections: Extruded sections to be used for fabrication of framing system for curtain
walls shall be manufactured and supplied by approved reputed companies. In absence of specific extruded section,
sections available conforming to BIS specification, manufactured by approved reputed companies, shall be used in the
works. Dimensions and weights of the sections shall be as per approved drawings.
42.4 Components, General specifications, Glazing, Panelling etc. for Curtain Wall System: These shall be
generally as per relevant Chapters in this book.
42.5 Scope of Work
42.5.1 Preliminary Requirements
i) The contractor shall design, test, fabricate, deliver, install and guarantee all construction necessary to provide a
complete curtain wall system, all in conformity with the drawings and approval of the Engineer-in-Charge.
ii) Specification and all relevant construction regulations including providing any measures that may be required to that
end, notwithstanding any omissions or inadequacies of the drawings,
iii) The curtain wall system shall also include the following activities :
(a) Metal frames, glass glazing, spandrels, ventilators, finish hardware, copings, metal closure, windows etc.
(b) All anchors attachments, reinforcement and steel reinforcing for the systems required for the complete
installations.
(c) All thermal insulation associated with the system.
(d) All fire protection associated with the system.
(e) All copings and closure and metal cladding to complete the system.

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(f) All sealing and flushing including sealing at junctions with other trades to achieve complete water tightness in the
system.
(g) Isolation of dissimilar metals and moving parts,
(h) Anticorrosive treatment on all metals used in the system,
(i) Polyester powder coating aluminium sections,

(iv) The contractor shall also be responsible for providing the following :
(a) Engineering proposal, shop drawings, engineering data and structural calculations in connection with the design of
the curtain wall system.
(b) Mock-ups, samples and test units.
(c) Performance testing of the curtain wall framing and glazing assembly.
(d) Co-ordination with the work of other trade.
(e) Insulation with glass wool 48 kg/cum at spandrels area.
(f) Protection.
(g) All final exterior and interior cleaning and finishing of the curtain wall system.
(h) As built record drawings and photographs.
(!) Guarantees and warranties.
(j) All hoisting, scaffolding, staging and temporary services.
(k) Conceptualising and design of a suitable maintenance system for curtain glazing,
(v) The water tightness and structural stability of the whole curtain wall system shall be the prime responsibility of the
contractor. Any defect or leakage found within the guarantee period shall be sealed and made good all at the risk and
cost of the contractor.
(vi) The curtain wall system shall be designed to provide for expansion and contraction of components which will be
caused by an ambient temperature range without causing buckling, stress on glass, failure of joint sealants, undue
stress on structural elements or other detrimental effects, specific details should be designed to accommodate thermal
and building movements.

42.5.2 Design Requirements

(i) Curtain wall shall comply with all government codes and regulations, building bye-laws, if any.
(ii) All curtain walling, individual aluminium and glass components and all completed work shall be designed and
erected to comply with the following requirements.
42.5.2.1 Basic requirement: The basic design and architectural requirements shall consist of the size of window, net
glass area, ventilator, configuration of windows and spandrels to be retained. However the contractor may propose
alternatives on the construction details for approval of the Engineer-in-Charge, provided that all basic functional and
architectural requirements are fulfilled.
42.5.2.2 Quality Consideration and other Activities
(i) The contractor while submitting the detailed design calculations should submit the following information on the
quality of materials to be used and other aspects as detailed below:
(1) Metal quality, finishes and thickness
(2) Glass quality, coating and thickness and proposed manufacturers brand names.
(3) Aluminium extruded sections including mullions and transoms together with structural calculations and
proposed manufacturers brand name and also the name of agency proposed for fabrication work.
(4) Arrangement and jointing of components.
(5) Field connections especially mullion to mullion and transom to mullion.
(6) Fixing and anchorage system of typical wall unit together with structural calculations.
(7) Drainage system and provision in respect of water leakage in the curtain wall system.
(8) Provisions for thermal movements.
(9) Sealant and sealing methods.
(10) Glazing Method
(11) Wind load and seismic load and any other specific load considered in the design
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(ii) Design concept over lighting protection link-up system of the curtain wall for connection and incorporation into
the lighting conductor system of the building (Lighting conductor system of the building shall be done by other
approved specialized agency).
(iii) The maximum permissible structural tolerances of the building that the system has been designed to
accommodate in case these tolerances exceed those specified in the specification.
42.5.2.3 Tolerances: Any parts of the curtain wall, when completed, shall be within the following tolerances:
(1)
(2)
(3)

Deviation from plumb level or dimensioned angle must not exceed 3 mm per 3.5 m length of any member, or
6 mm in any total run in any line.
Deviation from theoretical position on plan or elevation, including deviation from plumb, level or dimensioned
angle must not exceed 9mm total at any location.
Change in deviation must not exceed 3mm for any 3.5 m run in any direction.

42.5.2.4 Samples : The contractor shall also submit samples of aluminium extruded sections; mullion and transom
sections in lengths of 300 mm with the same finish and workmanship as per the tender proposals and 300 mm x 300
mm samples of glass for approval of the EIC. (samples to include exposed screws and other exposed securing
devices if any).
42.5.2.5 Ancillary Requirements to be fulfilled by the contractor
(i) The contractor / approved specialized agency shall submit a maintenance manual for the curtain wall system
inclusive of all metal parts, glass and finish etc.
(ii) During detailed design scrutiny and also during the actual execution of the work any additions and extra provisions
that will have to be made as per theoretical requirements or site conditions shall be implemented and executed by the
contractor at his own cost, without claiming any thing extra under any circumstances.
42.6 Execution of work
42.6.1 Performance Testing - General Requirements
i) Mock-up units shall be constructed by the contractor and tested to determine the structural stability as well as air
and water infiltration or leakage at glazing beads and all other joints designed into the face of the building.
ii) After the approval of structural calculations and the drawing for construction of the curtain wall, one test unit for
performance testing of the curtain wall shall be constructed by the contractor at an independent laboratory or at a
laboratory approved by the Engineer-in-Charge.
(iii) Erect mock-up under manufacturer's / Fabricator's direct supervision and employ workmen as they would be
employed during the actual erection at the job site.
(iv) The contractor shall submit to the Engineer-in-Charge the test procedures to be adopted, test schedule and
location for testing before the work of actual testing is taken up.
(v) Prior to the fabrication of test units, the contractor shall submit shop drawings and design calculations of the test
unit for approval of the Engineer-in-Charge.
(vi) The contractor shall not start the work of erection of curtain wall on site till the approval for the successful completion
of the mock up test and clear instruction in writing to start the work is received from the Engineer-in-Charge.
(vii) The decision of the Engineer-in-charge in respect of the procedure to be adopted, in conducting the mock-up test
and the judgment over the net results, shall be final and binding on the contractor.

42.6.2 Test of Wind Pressure

(i) The equivalent load of wind pressure or wind suction shall be given to the test unit as increasing or decreasing the
inside pressure in the "pressure chamber" at which the test unit is fixed.
(ii) The static wind pressure shall be applied up to 1.5 kpa at maximum wind pressure.
(iii) The variation of dynamic pressure shall be of any approximate sine curve line.
(iv) Deflection on each observational points of the test unit shall be observed and recorded under static pressure as
described above.
(v) Any damage and harmful permanent deformation on any parts except sealing materials shall not be found at
maximum wind pressure.
(vi) The deflection on the main structural parts in this condition shall not exceed :
(1) 1/175 of the span between supports or 20 mm, whichever is less for vertical elements.
(2) 1/250 of the span between supports for horizontal elements.
(3) The extent of recovery of deformation, 15 minutes after the removal of the test load, is to be at least 95%.
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42.6.3 Test of Lateral Deflection per floor height

(i) Lateral deflection per floor height shall occur on the test unit, when the structural frame which fixes the test unit is
deflected horizontally.
(ii) The deflection of every 2.5 mm shall be increased up to 13 mm on the test unit (static deflection test)
(iii) The dynamic deflection shall be applied up to 13 mm.
(iv) The variation of dynamic deflection shall be of an approximate sine curve line, one period of 3 seconds.
(v) The dimensions of the deflection on each observational point of the test unit shall be measured under the condition
as described above and the damage shall be observed.
(vi) Any damage and harmful permanent deformation shall not be found in any parts of the curtain wall except the
damage to sealant at maximum deflection.
42.6.4 Water-tightness Test
(i) Water shall be sprinkled to the Test Unit' under wind pressure.
(ii) Pressure shall not be applied to the test unit.
(iii) The volume of the sprinkling water in one minute shall be 5 litres per sqm minimum.
(iv) All water leakage and drainage system at the joint and the openable sash of the curtain wall system shall be
observed from the outside of the chamber.
(v) Hold the test two times, in sequence as described below, conforming to the above mentioned conditions.
(vi) Water leakage shall not be observed inside at all parts of the test unit during first water-tightness test.
(1) Install the test unit.
(2) Hold first water-tightness test.
(3) Hold test of wind pressure as described above.
(4) Hold second water-tightness test.
(5) Lateral deflection test.

42.6.5 Test Report: The contractor shall submit five copies of test report to the Engineer-in-charge.
42.6.6 Cost of Performance Test
(i) The contractor shall allow in his tender for the cost of the performance testing and fabrication, erection, corrections
to and demolition of the test units including any special provision required in the testing laboratory for the tests
mentioned above.
(ii) The contractor shall allow for amendments and adjustments to the mock-up unit as instructed and required by the
Engineer-in-Charge / Architect or the consultant.
(iii) If the mock-up test unit fails to pass the initial testing, the contractor shall make the necessary corrections to the
test unit and shall get the test unit retested by the testing laboratory until it passes the test.
(iv) Cost of corrections to the test unit and the cost of retesting shall be borne by the contractor.
(v) The contractor shall be allowed six calendar months time after the work is awarded to set up the test unit and
conduct the required test as described above to the satisfaction of the Engineer-in-charge.
(vi) In case the contractor fails to conduct the necessary tests as described above or fails to meet the required test
results, without any genuine cause within the allotted period of six months, the Engineer-in-charge shall be free to
rescind the contract with all costs including the forfeiture of E.M.D. and any other securities deposited by the
contractor under the condition of contract.

42.6.7 Record of Test and Drawings

(i) The testing laboratory shall keep the approved copy of the shop drawing and calculations of the test unit at testing
laboratory during testing of test unit.
(ii) The testing laboratory shall accurately and nearly record on the above mentioned shop drawings all changes,
revisions, modifications etc. made to test unit, which shall become the record drawing.
(iii) On completion of testing and after approval of the test reports the testing laboratory shall submit the final record
drawings to the Engineer-in-charge.
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42.6.8 Fabrication and Erection

(i) Frames shall be square and flat, both the fixed and openable frames shall be constructed of sections, which have
been cut to length, mitred and mechanically jointed at the corners, Sub-dividing bar of units shall be tenoned and
riveted into frames.
All frames shall have corners welded to true right angles. For jointing hollow sections flash butt welding, argon arc
welding or mechanical jointing by inserts shall be used. (Gas welding or brazing shall not be done). Concealed screws
shall be used for joining the sub-units.
(ii) The grid for the curtain wall system shall be fabricated carefully with aluminium extruded sections like mullions and
transom in the exactly same pattern as per the final drawings with amendments if any received from the laboratory
after conducting the mock-up unit test.
(iii) The sizes of different members of the curtain wall system shall be exactly as adopted for the mock-up unit tests
and the grid shall be fixed to the building member as shown in the drawing, received after conducting the mock-up unit
test.
(iv) Care should be taken to see that any gap between the frame and support and the frame itself is sealed with
silicon sealant.
(v) Finish of grid frame shall be either anodized, organic coating, backed enamel finish or as specified in the item of
work, no visual variation in anodizing / colour shall be accepted.
(vi) Care shall be taken to see that the curtain wall system is not deformed, damaged during erection and it shall be
protected from direct contact with wet or intermittent wet cement concrete mortar etc.

42.7 Representative of the contractor

Full time attendance of a qualified civil engineer with sufficient experience in construction of curtain wall system shall
be provided for erection of test unit, all testing and later on actual construction.

42.8 Performance Guarantee

The contractor shall provide a performance guarantee as indicated in the Schedule of Quantities for a period of five
years, to provide for expenses to cover the risk and cost of rectification of defect, noticed during the five years
guarantee period. Guarantee period shall start from the date of completion and handing over of the project.

42.9 Measurements
(i) The breadth and the height of the finished work including the openable windows shall be measured in metres and
cm and the net quantity for payment shall be calculated in sqm up to two places of decimal.
(ii) The area to be considered for measurement shall be the net area of the exterior face of the curtain wall as fixed
including the openable windows, if any, as part of the curtain wall.

42.10 Rate
The rate shall include the cost of all operations described above including the cost of materials, labour, design, shop
drawings, erection and testing, mock-up test units, fabrication, erection, finishing, scaffolding, undertaking
performance guarantee etc.. No other claims of any kind pertaining to this work shall be entertained.

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43- STRUCTURAL GLAZING

43.1 Specification for Materials to be used In Structural Glazing
This shall be same as described for Aluminium Curtain Wall System.
43.2 Specification for Materials to be used In Structural Glazing
Aluminium extruded sections shall be from approved and reputed / renowned manufacturer. In absence of specific
extruded section, sections available conforming to BIS specification, manufactured by approved reputed companies,
shall be used in the works.
43.3 General Specification and Tolerances for Aluminium Extrusions
Dimensions and weights of the sections shall be as per approved drawings.
Circumscribing Circle Diameter (CCD)
i) The product range shall be broadly as categorized below;
a) For solids upto 190mm.
b) For hollows upto 135mm
ii) Sections with higher CCD, if required, shall be produced from reputed / renowned manufacturer as approved by the
Engineer-in-Charge.
Manufacturing Tolerance: Dimensional extrusions shall be normally as per IS / BSS. Special tolerances shall be
mutually agreed upon.
Tolerance on cut length:
i) The standard cut length is 3.66M the tolerance on cut length shall be as follows:
Length

Upto 6 metres

Over 6 metres

Tolerance

+ 5 mm

+ 7 mm

ii) Sections shall also be acceptable in random lengths between 1500 to 5000mm depending upon actual requirements.
Tolerance in Weights: A tolerance of 10% shall be acceptable on Sectional weight per metre
43.4 Glazing:
Glazing work shall be as specified in the description of the item and / or as described under chapter : Glass & Glazing.
43.5 Scope of Work
This shall be same as described in the para Scope of work for Aluminium Curtain Wall System.
43.6 Execution of Work
(i) This shall be similar to the Specifications for Aluminium Curtain Wall System as far as applicable.
Notes on Aluminium Curtain Wall System and structural glazing
1) Though both the systems i.e. curtain wall system and structural glazing are very much similar, still the type and
shape of aluminium extruded sections, that are used in this case are totally different.
2) Another noted difference between the two systems is that in elevation the structural glazing looks as total glass
surface without any beading visible externally, whereas in case of curtain wall system the cover plate used on the
surface is clearly visible in elevation.
3) A large quantity of sealant has to be used for the execution of the work of structural glazing with the result the cost
per sqm. of structural glazing works out to be much on higher side.
4) There is also a slight difference in the actual fabrication of the two systems though quantity of materials required for
execution in both the cases is same except the quantity of sealant.
43.7

Representative of the Contractor

43.8

Performance Guarantee

43.9

Measurements

43.10

Rate

These shall be similar to the

Specifications for Aluminium Curtain
Wall System as far as applicable

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44. CEMENT PLASTERING FOR WALLS & CEILINGS AND SAND FACE / ROUGH CAST PLASTERS :
44.1 SCOPE OF WORK :
The work covered under these specifications consists of supplying all materials and rendering all types of
plaster/pointing finishes strictly in accordance with these specifications, applicable drawings etc. For all finishing works
mentioned above, only blended cement shall be a used.
44.2 GENERAL :
Blended cement, sand and water required for the work shall conform to specifications laid down herein before
under chapter 4 i.e. Plain and reinforced cement concrete, except that sand for finishing coat shall be fine sand
conforming to I.S. 1542. The plastering works shall generally conform to I.S. 1661 (Pt. III) (Code of practice for
cement and cement plaster finish on walls and ceilings). All general precautions as specified in I.S. 1661 (Pt. III)
clause-8, shall be taken and preparation of the back ground shall be done as laid down in I.S. 1661 clause 12 and
I.S. 2402 shall be generally followed for rough cast and sand faced plaster work. Scaffolding required for facility of
working shall be provided by the contractor at his own cost. This may be double or single according to the
requirement and shall be approved by the Engineer-in-Charge. Stage scaffolding shall be erected when ceiling
plastering is done. The contractor shall be responsible for accidents, if any, take place. The contractor shall cooperate with the other agencies also. Whenever electrical contractor/agency has to fix up switch boxes in
walls, necessary Thiyyas, Tapanish or Dhadas shall be arranged to be given in advance of actual plastering
process at these locations so that the boxes are fixed properly in line with finished plaster surface. All finishing in
and around these boxes as also around the conduit boxes in ceiling shall be done by plastering contractor without
any extra cost to the Department. The decision of the Engineer-in-Charge in this regard shall be final and binding
on the contractor.
44.3 PREPARATION OF SURFACE :
The surface to be plastered shall first be thoroughly cleaned of all muck and cleaned down. All joints shall be
raked out in case of brick work / stone masonry and closely hacked in case of concrete, under the relevant masonry
/ concrete items. The surface to be plastered shall be well wetted for a minimum period of 6 hours before
commencing the work. The mortar for all plaster work shall be blended cement mortar of mix as specified in the
schedule of quantities.
After erection of scaffolding and before commencement of plastering work, top most junctions/joints/sides with
beam/column shall be thoroughly packed with blended cement mortar to prevent cracks.
Before commencement of plastering operation, the contractor shall ensure that all the service pipes, electrical
conduits, boxes, switch boxes etc. have been installed in position by other agencies and the plastering surface is
duly approved by the Engineer-in-Charge. In order to enable other service contractors to fix the electrical conduits,
conduit boxes, EDBs, pipes, outlets etc. in proper level and line with reference to the finished surface of the
plaster, Thiyyas and Tapanis i.e. finished plaster patches shall be given by the main civil contractor on walls,
ceiling at regular intervals well in advance of his plaster work at no extra cost to the Department. The entire work
of preparation of surface before plastering shall thus be co-ordinated by the main civil contractor with all other
agencies working at site.
Just before actual plastering work is taken up in hand, all the ceilings and walls etc. shall be marked with
Tapanis or Thiyyas indicating the thickness of plaster required and which shall be in true line, level and plumb. The
contractor shall get these marks approved by the Engineer-in-Charge before starting the plastering work. The
contractor shall also be responsible to render the final surface true to line, level and plumb etc.
All building operations like construction of walls, concreting etc. shall have been completed before
plastering is taken up. The plastering operation should be taken up only after the service pipes etc. that are to be
embedded in the wall or ceiling are completed and suitably protected against erosion by other agencies and
okayed by the Engineer-in-charge. Damage if caused to any of the existing fittings, fixtures, including doors and
windows etc. during the plastering operation shall be made good by the contractor at his own cost.
If the surface which is to be plastered either internally or externally is out of plumb and not in line and level and if
the plastering to be done is more than specified thickness to bring the plastered surface to perfect line and
levels, in such specific cases, chicken wire mesh is to be provided by the contractor at his own cost and the
plaster should be done to required line and level with no extra cost whatsoever.
The finished plastered surface shall be free from cracks, fissures, crevices, hair cracks, blisterings, local
swellings and flakings. The finished surface shall be true to line, level, plumb & plain and durable. The adhesion of
the mortar with the background surface is of prime importance as this affects durability of plaster. Preparation of
surface which has to take plastering is of great importance. Before starting the plastering work the surface should
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In order to avoid the formation of deep and side cracks and for dispersion of cracks at the junctions between
concrete surfaces and brick masonry work as also between junction of windows/door frames and brick masonry
works, cautionary measures such as fastening and lapping of chicken mesh over the junction areas should be carried
out over which the plastering work has to be taken up as required by the Engineer-in-charge.
The minute gap between window/door frames with cills and jambs should be filled up/caulked by plaster of
paris/epoxy putty/silicon sealants, Rubber based sealants (brand name TECHMAT/TECHCOAT) by caulking guns or
by approved methods as instructed/approved by Engineer-in-Charge.
44.4 GROOVES :
The grooves shall be of required dimensions. The same shall be made to turn wherever necessary. The finish,
inside, shall be of the same finish as that of the plaster. The lines of the grooves shall be well defined and rounded.
The grooves are to be provided in plastering in internal and external surfaces and shall be paid extra in the rates given
in schedule of quantities.
44.5 MIX PROPORTIONS :
The mortar for plastering shall be of proportion as specified in the item schedule. The mixes specified in the
schedule are volumetric.
44.6 MIXING :
Cement and fine aggregates shall be mixed dry in the required proportions to obtain a uniform colour. Water
shall then be added to get the required consistency for the plaster.
Mixing shall be done mechanically. However, manual mixing will be allowed only in exceptional circumstances at the
discretion of the Engineer-in-Charge. Manual mixing, where adopted, shall be carried out on a clean water tight platform.
After water is added during mixing, the mix shall be held back and forth for 10 to 15 minutes.
In machine mixing, the mixer shall run atleast five minutes after placing all the ingredients in the drum. Only so much
quantity of mortar which can be used within half an hour after the addition of water shall be prepared at a time. Any
mortar for plaster which is set or partially set shall be rejected & shall be removed forthwith from the site.
6 / 12 / 15 MM. PLASTER :
The plaster shall be laid with somewhat more than 12 mm. thickness and pressed and levelled with wooden ruler
to a finished thickness of 12 mm. Straight edges shall be freely used to ensure a perfectly even surface. All exposed
angles and junctions of walls, doors, windows, beams, slabs etc. shall be carefully finished so as to furnish a neat and
even surface.
Note: For 6mm plaster, approved bonding agent shall be used as per manufacturers specifications, wherever
specified in the Schedule of Items.
20 MM PLASTER :
The proportions of sand and cement shall be as specified and shall cover all irregularities, undulations,
depressions due to chasing etc. in the surface to be plastered. The mortar shall be applied slightly more than 20 mm.
thick and pressed and levelled with wooden ruler or straight edge to finished thickness of 20 mm. Straight edges
shall be freely used to ensure a perfectly even surface. The finished surface shall be true and even and present
uniform texture throughout and all joining marks shall be eliminated. All corners, edges and angles shall be made
perfectly to line, plane and plumb. All exposed angles and junctions of walls, doors, windows, beams, slabs etc.
shall be carefully finished so as to furnish a neat and even surface.
Plastering items amongst all other things as described in various items also include:
i)
Preparation of surfaces to receive the plaster, providing cement plaster of the specified average thickness
and proportions with specified number of coats.
ii) All labour, materials, scaffolding, use of tools and equipment to complete the plastering work as per
specifications.
iii)

Curing for 10 days.

iv)

Cleaning the surface of doors, windows, floors or any other surfaces where plastering might have splashed.

v) Finishing the portion of plaster left above the terrazo, plain cement tiles, ironite or any type of skirting work to
be finished rounded or as directed by the Engineer-in-Charge, in a separate operation after laying of floor tiles skirting.

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44.7 (A) NEERU FINISH :

Wherever specified, the surface rendered shall be finished smooth with good quality lime neeru class C
conforming to I.S. 712-1956. The lime shall be tested in an approved testing laboratory for the chemical analysis of the
lime and test certificate submitted regarding suitability of lime for plaster work. The cost of testing shall be borne by
the contractor. Neeru shall be prepared at site out of best quality pure fat lime slaked at site with fresh water and
slaked in accordance with the relevant I.S. code for slaking of lime. The slaked and sifted lime shall be reduced to a
fine paste by grinding 150 turns in a mortar mill. Sufficient quantity, which can be used within 10 days only shall be
prepared at a time. Chopped hessian or jute fibre in the required quantity may also be added to neeru and properly
ground to pure paste as per directions of the Engineer-in-Charge.
An entire unobstructed area shall be plastered in one operation. Neeru shall be applied to the prepared and
partially set but somewhat plastic surface with steel trowel to a thickness slightlty exceeding 1.5 mm. (1/16") and
rubbed down to 1.5 mm. It shall be polished to perfectly smooth and even finish working from top to bottom for at least
3 days. All corners shall be truly brought to desired lines and levels in the base plaster along and the thickness of
neeru shall not exceed 1.5 mm., at these locations. Moistening shall be commenced as soon as the plaster has
hardened sufficiently and is not susceptable to injury. The surfaces shall be kept sprinkled with water for 7 days to
prevent excessive evaporation. On the sunny or wind-ward side of the building in hot dry weather, matting or gunny
bags may be hung over on the outside of the plaster and kept them wet. If blow holes are observed in neeru
plaster at any time during the contract period and during the defect liability period, the contractor will have to
rectify the defective neeru plaster work including
redoing of the white washing/colour washing/distempering work
etc. as the case may be, entirely at his own cost.
It shall be the contractors responsibility to ensure that cracks do not develop during the execution or
subsequently during the defect liability period and the cracks if any observed shall be rectified including finishing,
white washing/painting as specified, without any extra cost to the Department, to the entire satisfaction of the
Engineer-in-charge.
44.7 (B) TEROL FINISH OF TERRACO :
Wherever specified, the surface rendered shall be finished smooth with 0.5 to 3 mm. thick coat of TEROL of
TERRACO as per manufacturers specification. It shall be ensured that the surface to be covered is free of loose
particles, dust, dirt, grease, oil and paint. TERROL shall be applied on top of finished coat of plaster which should be
levelled without any scratch/key marks. Adequate care should be taken that the first coat is levelled well to enable
the thin layer TEROL plaster to give smooth finish, substrata/sub base should be moistened with water prior to the
application of TEROL thin layer plaster.
1 Mixing : Put water into a clean empty drum. Add TEROL start stirring with paddle. Gradually add water
and TEROL alternatively in the required proportion to get desired creamy consistency, convenient for application
and stir continuously and ensure that no lumps remain. TEROL should not be allowed to stand without stirring for
longer than 60 minutes. In normal condition let TEROL set for 5 minutes then stir and use. Where rapid drying
conditions are prevalent, it is advisable to mix TEROL 20 minutes before using.
2 Application : TEROL is sprayed or hand applied and smoothened with a steel float. Smooth finishing shall
be achieved with wooden floating or troweling when TEROL has set. The float should be moistened during the
smoothening operation.
Curing the surface shall be carried out after 24 hours of application at least for 4 days using light water spray.
44.7 (C) PLASTER OF PARIS (POP CaSO4 , 1 / 2H2O) FINISH :
Wherever specified, the wall / ceiling surfaces shall be finished smooth with approved quality Plaster of Paris
(POP). POP shall be mixed in water for dehydration at site. Sufficient quantity, which can be used within half an hour
only, shall be prepared at a time.
POP shall be applied immediately after the under coat of cement plaster has set. An entire unobstructed area
shall be finished in one operation. POP shall be applied on top of finished coat of plaster which should be levelled
without any scratch/key marks to the prepared and partially set. It shall be ensured that the surface to be covered is
free of loose particles, dust, dirt, grease, oil and paint.It shall be applied with steel trowel to a thickness slightly
exceeding 2 mm and rubbed down to 2 mm. It shall be polished to perfectly silk smooth and even finish working from
top to bottom. All corners shall be truly brought to desired lines and levels in the base plaster along and the thickness
of POP shall not exceed 2 mm, at these locations.
If blow holes / cracks are observed in POP plaster at any time during the contract period and during the defects
liability period, the contractor will have to rectify the same including redoing painting to match with the adjacent
surface etc., all at his own cost to the entire satisfaction of the Engineer-in-charge.

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SAND FACED CEMENT PLASTER:

44.8.1 GENERAL : Materials and preparation of surfaces and scaffolding etc. for sand faced plaster wherever
applicable shall conform to specification laid down here-in-before under section cement plastering and the following
specifications are also to be complied with:
44.8.2 PREPARATION OF SURFACE : The surface to be plastered shall first be thoroughly cleaned
down. All joints shall be raked out in case of brick work / stone masonry and closely hacked and wire brushed in case
of concrete, under the relevant masonry / concrete items. The surface to be plastered shall be well wetted for a
minimum period of 6 hours before commencing the work. The mortar for all plaster work shall be cement sand mortar
of mix as specified in the schedule of quantities.
Double scaffoldings required for facility of construction shall be provided by the contractor at his own expenses
wherever directed by the Engineer-in-Charge. Scaffolding shall be erected with pipes or ballies or bamboos of
adequate strength so as to be safe for all the dead, live and impact loads likely to sustain by it during construction
operations. The contractor shall take all measures to ensure the safety of the work and workmen. Any instruction of
the Engineer-in-Charge in this respect shall also be complied with. The contractor shall be entirely responsible for
any damage to Government property or injury to persons, resulting from faulty scaffolding, defective ladders
and materials or otherwise arising out of his default in this respect. Proper scaffolding shall be provided to
allow easy approach for workmen and supervisory staff to every part of
the work. Ballies, bamboos etc. for
scaffolding shall not be tied to the windows, doors, mulliions, ventilators etc. Any damage done to the windows,
doors etc. shall be made good by the contractor to the original conditions at his own cost. For better safety, steel pipe
scaffolding is preferred.
44.8.3 WORKMANSHIP : The surface to be plastered shall first be dubbed out with cement mortar
to cover all irregularities and faces upto proudest part. The dubbing coat which shall be of proportion as specified in
schedule and a 12 mm. thick (1/2") layer shall then be applied/scored and keys shall be formed on the surface by
thoroughly combing it with heavy horizontal lines about 12 mm. (1/2") apart and about 3 mm. (1/8") deep when
mortar has just set.
The cement mortar for sand faced plaster shall have washed and approved sand with slightly larger proportions
of coarse materials, but not exceeding 3 mm. The proportion of cement to sand shall be as specified in the
schedule. The water is gradually added to make the mixture homogenous. The thickness of finishing coat
excluding key shall be 8mm. (about 5/16"). After application the surface should be finished with a wooden float lined
with cork closely pricked on with a wet sponge tapped gently to bring sand particles into prominence.
The chajjas and any other horizontal portions shall be cleaned and set mortar that might have been fallen at the
time of plastering at higher elevation, before plastering work is taken up. Junction of wall and chajja shall be rounded
off simultaneously as directed by the Engineer-in-Charge.

44.9 ROUGH CAST PLASTER :

All materials shall conform to the standards already specified for plaster described above. The preparation of
the surface to received the rough cast plaster shall be as described under sand face plaster. Rough cast plaster shall
be carried out in two coats. First coat shall consist of 1 part of cement to 3 parts of clean sand or as specified
otherwise. The finished thickness of the first coat shall be 12mm. and shall be laid by throwing the mortar (By using
strong whipping motion) on the prepared surface with a trowel in a uniform layer but shall not be smooth. The
second coat consists of 1 part of cement and 3 part of 6 mm. to 10 mm. down gravel all as approved by the
Engineer-in-Charge. The gravel shall thoroughly be got cleaned with water removing all dirt and other organic
materials. All these ingredients shall be mixed into a paste which shall be flung upon the first coat with large
trowels to form an even protective coat. The second coat must be applied while the first coat is still soft and unset.
The thickness of this coat shall be 10 mm. only. Due care shall be taken to avoid concentration of either large size or
small size of gravel in one place. A sample of rough cast plaster shall also be got approved by the Engineer-inCharge as regards the texture etc. before proceeding further with the work. All subsequent work shall generally
conform to the approved sample panel. The finished work shall be cured for a minimum period of seven days.
General workmanship, scaffolding, preparation of surface, curing etc. shall conform to the specification already
laid down under sand faced plastering.
The contractor shall take special care at the time of plastering or pointing to keep the m.s./aluminium
window/wallspan etc. fixed by other agency in correct shape, position and to cover the same with required
hessian cloth/gunny bags to keep away from sprinkling of plasters/paint etc. The damage caused to the above if any,
shall be made good by the contractor at his own cost.

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44.10 MODE OF MEASUREMENT:

44.10.1: Area of plastering will be measured net and shall be paid for. The measurement of length of wall
plastering shall be taken between walls or partitions (dimensions before plastering shall be taken) for the length and
from top of the floor or skirting or dado as the case may be to the underside of ceiling for the height. All openings
more than 0.1 sqm. shall be deducted and all jambs, soffits, sills of these openings if done, will be measured to
arrive to the net area for payment. No opening less than 0.1 sqm. shall be deducted and no jambs etc. for such
openings shall be measured for payment. The rate shall include the cost of finishing all the edges, corners, cost of all
materials, labours, scaffolding, transport, curing etc.
44.10.2 : The rate shall include the cost of finishing all the edges, corners, cost of all materials, labour,
transport, scaffolding, curing etc. and grooves if so specified in the item of schedule of quantities.
The rate for plastering should include the cost of work towards the following items for co-ordination with
electrical item:
1. Neatly plastering around DBs, junction boxes, M.S. boxes etc. should be done and made matching with the
wall finish after installation of electrical equipments.
2. All DBs, service boxes, covers etc. should be covered by a plastic cloth or other suitable covering materials
such that water or materials should not splash the same during brick work and plastering work. This is to be done
in such a way that electrical equipments as well as painted surfaces are not spoiled.
3. For fixing M.S. boxes, DBs etc. Thiyya should be given such that the required face of the M.S. box, DB covers
etc inline with final finished plastered surface.
4. The rate for the item shall also include rounding up of corner and angles making sharp corners and angles
finishing around ceiling rose and electrical fittings etc. fixed by other agencies, finishing of top of dado and skirting
(zad finishing), junctions of roof and wall or beam with the finish as specified in the item. Plastering of brick and
concrete cornice and copings and plastering in restricted areas if any shall not be measured separately.
Architectural bands and narrow widths of plaster over structural as well as non-structural and the line when
prepared in the same thickness of plaster shall not be measured separately and shall be covered by respective plaster
items.
44.10.3 ROUGH CAST PLASTER : The area of surfaces actually plastered will be measured net and
shall be paid for. The measurements of length and height of wall plastered shall be correct to a centimeter
taken between walls or projections including the width of corner edge strips including the areas of grooves. All the
openings more than 0.1 sqm. shall be deducted and all jambs, soffits and sills of these openings, if plastered will be
measured to arrive at the net area for the payment. No opening less than 0.1 sqm. shall be deducted and no jambs
etc. for such openings shall be measured for payment. Corner/edges finishing will not be measured separately and
the rate shall include the cost of finishing all the edges, corner strips in addition to the cost of all materials, labour,
transport, scaffolding, curing etc. and grooves if so specified in the item of schedule of quantities.

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45.

CEMENT POINTING :

45.1 PREPARATION OF SURFACE :

The joints shall be raked out properly under masonry item. Dust and loose mortar shall be brushed out.
Efflorescence if any, shall also be removed by brushing and scrapping. The surface shall be thoroughly washed with
water, cleaned and kept wet before pointing is commenced.
45.2 MORTAR :
Mortar mix for pointing shall be as described in the schedule of quantities. Specifications for cement, sand and
water shall be as described herein before for concrete works.
45.3 APPLICATION OF MORTAR & FINISHING :
The mortar shall be pressed into the raked out joints with a pointing trowel, either flush, sunk, ruled or raised
according to type of pointing specified in the schedule of quantities. The mortar shall not spread over the face of brick
work or stone work, corners, edges of the masonry but restricted to the width of joints only.
The super-fluous mortar shall then the struck off and the surface of the masonry shall be cleaned off completely.
The finish shall be such that the pointing is to the exact size and shape stipulated and the edges are straight, neat and
clean. The pointing lines shall be straight, regular and uniform. No false joints shall be allowed.
45.4 CURING :
The pointing shall be kept wet for atleast seven days. During this period it shall be suitably protected from all
damages.
45.5 TYPES :
(a) Raised and Cut Pointing : Raised and cut pointing shall project from the wall facing with its edges cut
parallel so as to have a uniformly raised band about 6 mm. raised and width 10 mm. or more as directed.
(b) Flush Pointing : The mortar pressed into the joints shall be finished off flush and level with the edges
of bricks, tiles or stones so as to give a smooth appearance. The edges shall be neatly trimmed with a trowel and
straight edges.
(c) Ruled Pointing : The joints shall be initially formed as for flush pointing and then while the mortar is still
green, a groove of shape and size as directed shall be formed by running a forming tool straight along the centre line
of the joints. This operation shall be continued till a smooth and hard surface is obtained. The vertical joints shall
also be finished in a similar way. All vertical lines shall make true right angles at their junctions with horizontal lines
and shall not project beyond the same.
45.6 MODE OF MEASUREMENT :
The area of surface actually pointed will be measured net and shall be paid for. The measurement of length and
height of walls pointed shall be taken correct to a centimetre. All the openings of doors, windows, ventilators etc. shall
be deducted and jambs, soffits, sills etc. if pointed will be measured to arrive at the net area for the payment. The
rate shall include cost of all materials, labour, transport, scaffolding, curing etc.

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46. WALL CARE PUTTY

46.1 SCOPE OF WORK:
Wall care putty consists of white cement, high quality polymers and specialty chemicals and mineral fillers and is
formulated to make it suitable to apply even on damp surfaces. Being cement based putty, it has better compatibility
with the base plaster and forms a durable base for paints. It can be applied on both, Interior and exterior plastered
surfaces. It is a water resistant base coating to the plastered surfaces to provide fine leveling and a protective base for
the surfaces to be painted.
46.2 GENERAL:
Wall care putty shall have superior water resisting properties to prevent paint from flaking even if the walls are damp.
It should fill-up fine pores in walls and ceilings to get the smooth and dry surface for painting. Wall care putty shall
have better properties in terms of water-resistance, adhesive strength and durability as compared to the ordinary
putties. The putty shall provide a breathable surface and allow any trapped moisture to move out keeping the wall dry
and clean.
46.3 MATERIAL:
Wall care Putty shall be in dry free flowing powder form. Required quantity of Wall care putty shall be procured from
the reputed manufacturers like M/s. Birla White Wall Care Putty / M/s. Walplast Products Pvt. Ltd. or equivalent
approved manufacturers, or from their authorised dealers. The putty shall conform to the International standards (viz.
HDB-Singapore Standards with Water-resistant properties).
The putty shall be procured in the form of FINE or COARSE (MATT) finish as specified in the description of the item.

46.4 PREPARATION OF SURFACE:

Surface should be clean of loose particles, dirt, grease and traces of foreign material. Sand papering or
chipping shall be done if so required.

Loose plastered areas/defective materials shall be removed & surface re-plastered and cracks filled-up
properly.

Uneven ceiling/wall surfaces shall be made even by re-plastering.

Surface should be pre-wetted prior to application. This helps in providing a strong bond with substrate.

46.5 MIXING:

12 to 16 litres of clean water shall be required for a bag of 40 kg of wall care putty. Required quantity of putty
(which is required to be used at a time) shall be added to the water in right proportion. (considering pot life of
the mix as 60 minutes).

Mix shall be stirred continuously by using an electric mixer or by hand to obtain a homogeneous lump-free
paste.

The paste shall be allowed to stand for about 10 minutes for the additives to dissolve.

The paste shall be re-mixed again for about 2 minutes.

This mix should be used within 60 minutes.

46.6 APPLICATION:

The plastered surface shall be dampened with clean water and excess water shall be allowed to be drainedoff.

Using a steel trowel/blade, the above mix shall be applied to a thickness of about 1 2 mm. Then the surface
shall be levelled and smoothened. This first coat shall be cured lightly after it dries-up.

Then second coat shall be applied after first coat is fully dried and set. Second coat shall be cured lightly for
two days.

Over plastered / Coarse putty substrate, fine wall care putty of about 1 to 1.5 mm thickness shall be applied,
to smoothen the surface with a steel trowel. Finished surface of wall care putty shall not require any dressing
by Emery Paper but if at all it is done, the paper should not be less than 500 number.

The thickness of each coat should not exceed 1.5mm and total wall putty thickness should not exceed 3mm.

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If specified in the description of item, coarse wall care putty of about 6 to 10 mm thickness shall be applied to
remove the undulations and level the surface. More number of coats of coarse putty shall be applied to cover
up undulations, only after approval of the Engineer-in-Charge.

Coverage of wall care putty depends upon surface quality. However, approximate coverage for fine wall care
putty shall be 20-22 Sqft/kg and for coarse wall care putty, it shall be 9-10 Sqft/kg.

Application of primer before painting is not necessary over the surfaces finished with wall care putty.

46.7 SPECIFICATIONS
Specification of Wall care putty For smooth Finish
SL.
NO.

PROPERTY

AS PER HDB (HOUSING

DEVELOPMENT
BOARD), SINGAPORE

TEST METHOD

Dry Adhesion

>=0.8 N/sqmm

EN 1015-12

Wet Adhesion

>=0.3 N/sqmm

Chinese Std.

Tensile Adhesion Strength (N/sqmm) @ 28 Days

>0.8 N/sqmm

EN-1348

Compressive Strength (N/sqmm) @ 28 Days

7-12 N/sqmm

EN 1015-11

Setting Time (Minutes) - Initial & Final

<360 <500

EN 196

Water Absorption Coefficient - Kg/M2. H1/2

<=0.13 for W2 / <=0.26

for W1

EN 1015-18

Water Capillary Absorption (ML) @ 24 Hrs.

Water Retentivity %

>=95%

PH

Alkaline

Karsten Tube
EN 1015-8

NOTE:
Putty being white cement based, it is alkaline, and hence direct eye and skin contact should be avoided. In case of
eye contact, flush the same with clean water for 15 minutes and seek medical help.

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47.

PAINTING :

47.1 SCOPE OF WORK :

The work covered under these specifications consist of furnishing the various types of paints and also the
workmanship for these items, in strict compliance with these specifications, which are given in detail here-in-after
with the item of schedule of quantities.
47.2 MATERIALS :
Paints, oils, varnishes etc. of approved brand and manufacture shall be used. Ready mixed paints as
received from the manufacturer without any admixture shall be used.
If for any reason, thinning is necessary in case of ready mixed paint, the brand of thinner recommended by the
manufacturer or as instructed by the Engineer-in-Charge shall be used. Approved paints, oils or varnishes shall
be brought to the site of work by the contractor in their original containers in sealed condition. The materials shall be
brought in at a time in adequate quantities to suffice for the whole work or atleast a fortnights work. The materials
shall be kept in the joint custody of the contractor and the Engineer-in-charge. The empties shall not be removed
from the site of work, till the relevant item of work has been completed and permission obtained from the Engineerin-Charge.
The contractor shall associate the chemist of paint manufacturers before commencement of work, during
and after the completion of work who shall certify the suitability of the surface to receive painting and the paint
before use etc.
47.3 COMMENCING WORK :
Scaffolding : Wherever scaffolding is necessary, it shall be erected on double supports tied together by
horizontal pieces, over which scaffolding planks shall be fixed. No ballies, bamboos or planks shall rest on or touch
the surface which is being painted.
Where ladders are used, pieces of old gunny bags shall be tied on their tops to avoid damage or scratches to
walls.
For painting of the ceiling, proper stage scaffolding shall be erected.
Painting shall not be started until and unless the Engineer-in-Charge has inspected the items of work to be
painted, satisfied himself about their proper quality and given his approval to commence the painting work.
Painting, except the priming coat, shall generally be taken in hand after all other builders work, practically
finished.
The rooms should be thoroughly swept out and the entire building cleaned up at least one day in advance of
the paint work being started.
47.4 PREPARATION OF SURFACE :
The surface shall be thoroughly cleaned. All dirt, rust, scales, smoke and grease shall be thoroughly
removed before painting is started. Minor patches if any in plastered/form finished surfaces shall be repaired and
finished in line and level in C.M. 1:1 and cracks & crevices shall be filled with approved filler, by the contractor at
no extra cost to the Department. The prepared surface shall have received the approval of the Engineer-in-Charge
after inspection, before painting is commenced.
47.5 APPLICATION :
Before pouring into smaller containers for use, the paint shall be stirred thoroughly in its containers. When
applying also, the paint shall be continuously stirred in the smaller containers so that consistency is kept uniform.
The external surfaces of the buildings under reference including the R.C.C. Jalli, fins and the panels above
and below the window etc. shall be finished in different colours of approved shade. The contractor will make
suitable samples at site for Departments approvel before taking up the work in hand and they will be allowed to
proceed with the work only after getting Departments approval for the same.
The painting shall be laid on evenly and smoothly by means of crossing and laying off, the later in the direction
of the grain in case of wood. The crossing & laying off consists of covering the area with paint, brushing the
surface hard for the first time and then brushing alternately in opposite directions two or three time and then finally
brushing lightly in direction at right angles to the same. In this process, no brush marks shall be left after the laying
off is finished. The full process of crossing and laying will constitute one coat.
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Where so stipulated, the painting shall be done with spraying. Spray machine used may be (a) a high
pressure (small air aperture) type or (b) a low pressure (large air gap) type, depending on the nature and location
of work to be carried out. Skilled and experienced workmen shall be employed for this class of work. Paints used
shall be brought to the requisite consistency by adding a suitable thinner. Spraying should be done only when
dry condition prevails.
Each coat shall be allowed to dry out thoroughly and rubbed smooth
should be fecilitated by thorough ventilation.

before the next coat is applied. This

Each coat except the last coat, shall be lightly rubbed down with sand paper or fine pumice stone and cleaned
of dust before the next coat is laid.
No left over paint shall be put back into the stock tins. When not in use, containers shall be kept properly
closed.
The final painted surface shall present a uniform appearance and no streaks, blisters, hair marks from the brush
or clogging of paint puddles in the corners of panels, angles of mouldings etc. shall be left on the work.
In case of cement based paints/primers, the absorbent surfaces shall be evenly damped so as to give even
suction. In any weather, freshly painted surfaces shall be kept damp for atleast two days.
In painting doors and windows, the putty around the glass panes must also be painted, but care must be taken
to see that no paint stains etc. are left on the glass. Tops of shutters and surfaces in similar hidden locations shall
not be left out while painting. Perspect covers of electrical switch boxes have to be painted from inside by removing
them. Care shall be taken while removing them in position after painting with respective approved paints. In painting
steel work, special care shall be taken while painting over bolts, nuts, rivets, overlaps etc.
The additional specifications for primer and other coats of paints shall be as in accordance to the detailed
specifications under the respective headings.
Any damage caused during painting work to the existing works/surfaces shall be made good by the
contractor at his own cost.
47.6 BRUSHES AND CONTAINERS :
After work, the brushes shall be completely cleaned off paint and linseed oil by rinsing with turpentine. A brush
in which paint has dried up is ruined and shall on no account be used for painting work. The containers, when not in
use, shall be closed, kept air tight and shall be kept at a place free from dust. When the paint has been used, the
containers shall be washed with turpentine and wiped dry with soft clean cloth, so that they are clean & can be
used again.
47.7 MEASUREMENT :
a) Painting, unless otherwise stated shall be measured by area in square metre. Length and breadth shall be
measured correct upto two places of decimal of a metre.
b) No deduction shall be made for opening not exceeding 0.05 sqm. and no addition shall be made for painting
to the beading, moulding edges, jambs, soffits, sils, architraves etc. of such openings.
c) In measuring painting, varnishing, oiling etc. of joinery and steel work etc., the co-efficients as in the following
table shall be used to obtain the areas payable. The co-efficients shall be applied to the areas measured flat and
not girthed in all cases.
d) In case of painting of door shutter with push plates in plastic laminate, deduction will be made for area of
such laminations.

47.7.1 Table of multiplying Co-efficients to be applied over areas of different surfaces to get equivalent plain
areas is given in the Appendix-C-2 of this book.

47.7.2 Explanatory notes on the table of Co-efficients.

1. Where doors, window etc. are of composite types other than those included in para 47.7 (c), the different
portions shall be measured separately with their appropriate co-efficients, the centre line of the common rail being
taken as the dividing line between the two portions.
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2. Measurements for doors, windows etc. shall be taken flat (and not girthed) over all including chowkhats
or frames, where provided. Where chowkhats or frames are not provided, the shutter measurements shall be taken.
3. Collapsible gates shall be measured for width from outside to outside of gate in its expanded position and
for height from bottom to top of channel verticals. No separate measurements shall be taken for the top and
bottom guide, rails, rollers, fittings etc.
4. Rolling shutters of interlocked laths shall be measured for the actual shutter width and the height from
bottom of opening to the centre of the shaft. No separate measurements shall be taken for painting guides and other exposed
features within or outside the shutter area. The painting of top cover or hood shall however be measured separately.
5. Co-efficients for sliding doors shall be the same as for normal types of doors as mentioned in the
table. Measurements shall be taken outside of shutters, and no separate measurements shall be taken for painting
guides, rollers, fittings etc.
6. Measurement of painting of doors, windows, collapsible gates, rolling shutters etc. as above shall be
deemed to include painting all iron fittings in the same or different shade for which no extra will be paid.
7. The measurements as above shall be deemed to include also the painting of edges, blocks, cleats etc. for
which no extra will be paid.
8. The co-efficients for doors and windows shall apply irrespective of the size of frames and shutter members.
9. When the two faces of a door, window etc. are to be treated with different specified finishes, measurable
under separate items, the edges of frames and shutters shall be treated with the one or the other type of finish as
ordered by the Engineer-in-Charge, and measurement of this will be deemed to be included in the measurement of
the face treated with that finish.
10. In the case where shutters are fixed on both faces of the frames, the measurements for the door frame
and shutter on one face shall be taken in the manner already described, while the additional shutter on the other
face will be measured for the shutter area only excluding the frame.
11. Where shutters are provided with clearance at top or/and bottom, such openings shall be deducted from the
over all measurements and relevant co-efficients shall be applied to obtain the area payable.
12. In case of trellis (or jaffri) work, the measurements shall include the painting of the frame member for which
no separate measurements shall be taken. Trellis door or window shutters shall also be measured under terllis work.
13. Wherever air conditioning grill, lighting, fixtures etc. in false ceiling are painted along with, measurements
shall be taken over all without deductions for opening in grills and no extra shall be paid for the grills. If grills,
fixtures etc. are not painted, area of fixtures or grills as measured flat (not girthed) shall be deducted when it
exceeds 0.05 sqm. individuals. Where walls and ceilings are painted in separate colours, the junctions of two paints
shall be brought down on the walls in a straight line by about 6mm.to 12mm. if so desired, if the junctions of walls
and ceilings are not even. Nothing extra shall be paid to the contractor on this account. Beading wherever provided
shall not be measured separately but shall be deemed to be included in the area of false ceiling etc. measured flat
(not girthed).
14. For painting open palisade fencing and gates etc., the height shall be measured from the bottom of the
lowest rail, if the palisades do not go below it, (or from the lower end of the palisades, if they project below the
lowest rail), upto the top of rails or palisades whichever are higher, but not up to the top of standards when the latter
are higher than the top rails or palisades.
15. In the case of asbestos cement corrugated or semi-corrugated sheeting and iron corrugated sheeting in
roofs, side cladding etc., the work shall be measured flat (not girthed) as fixed.
16. For trusses, compound girders, stanchions, lattice girder and similar work, actual areas will be measured in
sqm. and no extra shall be paid for painting on bolt heads, nuts, washers etc. even when they are picked out in a
different tint to the adjacent work.
17. Painting of rain water, soil, waste, vent and water pipes etc. shall be measured in running metres of the
particular diameter of the pipe concerned. Painting of specials such as bends, heads, branches, junctions, shoes etc. shall
be included in the length and no separate measurements shall be taken for these or for painting brackets, clamps etc.
18. Measurements of wall surfaces and wood and other works not referred to already shall be recorded as
per actual and opening exceeding 0.05 sqm. shall be deducted to get the net payable area. Length and breadth shall
be measured correct upto two places of decimal of a metre and area so worked out shall be correct upto two places
of decimal of a square metre.
19. In case the items of work requiring painting are inclusive of cost of painting, the painting carried out shall not
be measured separately.
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47.8 PRECAUTIONS :
All furnitures, lightings, fixtures, sanitary fittings, glazing, floors etc. shall be protected by covering and stains,
smears, splashings, if any shall be removed and any damage done shall be made good by the contractor at his cost.
47.9 RATES:
Rates shall include cost of all labour and materials involved on all the operations described above and in the
particular specifications given under the several items.

47.10 (A) PAINTING PRIMING COAT ON WOOD, IRON OR PLASTERED SURFACES :

47.10.1 Primer
1. The primer for wood work, iron work or plastered surface shall be as specified in the description of the item.
2. Primer for Wood work / Iron & Steel / Plastered / Aluminium surfaces shall be as specified below:
SN

SURFACES

PRIMER TO BE USED

Wood work (hard & soft wood):

Pink conforming to I.S.3536-1966

Resinous wood and ply wood:

Aluminium primer

Iron & Steel, Aluminium and galvanised Steel

work:

Zinc chromate primer conforming to

I.S. 104-1962.

Plastered surfaces, cement brick work, Asbestos

surfaces for oil bound distemper and paint:

Cement Primer

3. The primer shall be ready mixed primer of approved brand and manufacture.
47.10.2 Preparation of surface :
a) Wood work : The wood work to be painted shall be dry and free from moisture.
The surface shall be thoroughly cleaned. All unevenness shall be rubbed down smooth with sand paper and
shall be well dusted. Knots, if any, shall be covered with preparation of red lead made by grinding red lead in water
and mixing with strong glue sized and used hot. Appropriate filler material with same shade as paint shall be used
where so desired by the Engineer-in-charge.
The surface treated for knotting shall be dry before painting is applied. After the priming coat is applied, the
holes and indentation on the surface shall be stopped with glaziers putty or wood putty (for specifications for
glaziers putty and wood putty- refer as mentioned here-in-before). Stopping shall not be done before the priming
coat is applied as the wood will absorb the oil in the stopping and the latter is therefore liable to crack.
(b) Iron and Steel Work : All rust and scales shall be removed by scrapping or by brushing with steel
wire brushes. Hard skin of oxide formed on the surface of wrought iron during rolling which becomes loose by
rusting, shall be removed.
All dust and dirt shall be thoroughly wiped away from the surface.
If the surface is wet, it shall be dried before priming coat is undertaken.
(c) Plastered Surface : The surface shall ordinarily not be painted until it has dried completely. Trial patches
of primer shall be laid at intervals and where drying is satisfactory, painting shall be taken in hand. Before primer is
applied, holes and undulations, shall be filled up with plaster of paris and rubbed smooth.
47.10.3 Application : The primer shall be applied with brushes, worked well into the surface and spread even
and smooth. The painting shall be done by crossing and laying off as described here-in-before.
47.10.4 Other Details : The specifications for Painting (General) shall hold good so far as it is applicable.

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47.11 (B): PAINTING WITH SUPERIOR QUALITY & FLAT OIL READY MIXED PAINTS ON NEW SURFACE :

47.11.1 Paint : Ready mixed paints shall be of approved brand and manufacture and of the required shades.
They shall conform in all respects to the relevant I.S. specifications.
47.11.2 Preparation of Surface:
(a) Wood work : The surface shall be cleaned and all unevenness removed as in para 47.10.2 (a). Knots
if visible, shall be covered with a preparation of red lead. Holes and indentations on the surface shall be filled in
with glaziers putty or wood putty and rubbed smooth before painting is done. The surface should be thoroughly dry
before painting.
(b) Iron and steel work : The primer coat shall have dried up completely before painting is started. Rust and
scaling shall be carefully removed by scraping or by brushing with steel wire brushes. All dust and dirt shall be
carefully and thoroughly wiped away.
(c) Plastered surfaces : The priming coat shall have dried up completely before painting is started. All dust
or dirt that has settled on the priming coat shall be thoroughly wiped before painting is started.
47.11.3 Application : The specifications mentioned here-in-before shall hold good as far as applicable.
The number of coats to be applied will be as stipulated in the item. The painted surface shall present a uniform
appearance1 and glossy/semiglossy finish, free from streaks, blisters etc.
47.11.4 Other details : The specifications for Painting (General) specified here-in-before shall hold good in
so far as they are applicable.

47.12 (C) PAINTING WITH SYNTHETIC ENAMEL/SEMI GLOSSY PAINT ON NEW WORK :
1. Paint : Synthetic enamel/semi glossy paint of approved brand and manufacture and required shade shall
be used for the top coat and an under coat of shade to match the top coat as recommended by the manufacturer
shall be used. The paint shall be conforming to IS : 1932-1964.
2. Preparation of Surface : This shall be as per painting with superior quality ready mixed paint as
mentioned here- in- before.
3. Application : The number of coats including the under coat shall be as stipulated in the item.
3.1 Under Coat : One coat of the specified paint of shade suited to the shade of the top coat shall be applied
and allowed to dry over night. It shall be rubbed next day with the finest grade of wet abrasive paper to ensure a
smooth and even surface free from brush marks and all loose particles shall be dusted off. All the cracks, crevices,
roughness etc. will be filled with approved putty as per manufacturers recommendations.
3.2 Top Coat : Finishing coats of specified paint of the desired colour & shade shall be applied after the
under coat is thoroughly dried. Additional finishing coats shall be applied if found necessary to ensure a proper
and uniform semi glossy surface.
4. Other Details : The specifications for Painting (General) mentioned here-in-before shall hold good as
far as they are applicable.

47.13 (D) PAINTING WITH ACRYLIC EMULSION/PLASTIC EMULSION PAINT.

1. This shall be polyvinyl based Acrylic/plastic emulsion paint of approved manufacture of the required shade,
conforming to I.S.5411-1969.
2. Primer: The primer to be used for the painting with acrylic emulsion on cement concrete surfaces,
plastered surfaces, A.C. sheets, timber and metal surfaces, if necessary, shall be of approved base and as per
recommendations of the manufacturers.
3. Putty : Plaster filler to be used for filling up (putting) uneven surfaces, small cracks and holes etc. shall be of
approved compound and as per recommendations of the manufacturers. No oil based putty shall be used. The
putty should be made from a mixture of whiting and plastic emulsion paint or as per manufacturers
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4. Finishing coats : All the finishing coats shall be of matt finish or any other finish as required by the Engineerin-charge. The number of finishing coats shall be as specified in the item.
MODE OF MEASUREMENT :
All the measurements for payment shall be taken on net surface area actually painted, unless otherwise
specified. Deduction will be made from the areas for fixtures, grills, ventilation, outlets, electrical boxes and such
obstructions not painted, if they are individually more than 0.05 sqm.
JOB REQUIREMENTS :
i) Acrylic emulsion paint is required to be provided on plastered and concrete surfaces in portions of the building.
The Department shall reserve the option to delete or increase quantities in full or part from the scope of contract
during progress of work.
ii) All wood surfaces are to be painted with semi glossy synthetic enamel paint with an approved primer.
iii) All shades and colours of paints shall be subjected to review and prior approval of Engineer-in-Charge
shall be taken before the application.

47.14 WHITE WASHING WITH LIME

47.14.1 Preparation of Surface : Before new work is white washed, the surface shall be thoroughly brushed
free from mortar droppings and foreign-matter.
In the case of old work, all loose pieces and scales shall be scrapped off and holes in plaster as well as
patches of less than 0.05 sqm.area each shall be filled up with mortar of the same mix. Where so specifically
ordered by the Engineer-in-charge, the entire surface of old white wash shall be thoroughly removed by scrapping
and this shall be paid for separately.
47.14.2 Preparation of lime wash : The wash shall be prepared from fresh stone white lime Katani or
equivalent. The lime shall be thoroughly slaked on the spot, mixed and stirred with sufficient water to make a thin
cream. This shall be allowed to stand for a period of 24 hours and then shall be screened through a clean coarse
cloth. 40 gm. of gum dissolved in hot water, shall be added to each 10 cubic decimetre of the cream. The
approximate quantity of water to be added in making the cream will be 5 litres of water to one kg. of lime.
Indigo (Neel) up to 3 gm. per kg. of lime dissolved in water, shall then be added and wash stirred well.
Water shall then be added at the rate of about 5 ltrs. per kg. of lime to produce a milky solution.
The lime shall be tested in a chemical laboratory and test certificate submitted, to conform the quality of lime
with regard to its physical and chemical properties. The cost of testing lime shall be borne by the contractor.
47.14.3 White Washing ``: The white wash shall be applied with brushes or by spray in the specified
number of coats. The operation for each coat in the case of brush application shall consist of a stroke of the brush
given from the top downwards, another from the bottom upwards over the first stroke, and similarly one stroke
horizontally from the right and another from the left before it dries.
Each coat shall be allowed to dry before the next one is applied. Further each coat shall be inspected and
approved by the Engineer-in-charge before the subsequent coat is applied. No portion of the surface shall be left
out initially to be patched up later on.
For new work, three or more coats shall be applied till the surface present a smooth and uniform finish through
which the plaster does not show. The finished dry surface shall not show any sign of cracking and peeling nor shall
it come off readily on the hand when rubbed.
For old work, after the surface has been prepared as described here-in-before, a coat of white wash shall be
applied over the patches and repairs. Then a single coat or two or more coats of white wash as stipulated in the
description of the item shall be applied over the entire surface. The white washed surface should present a
uniform finish through which the plaster patched do not appear. The washing on ceiling should be done prior to that
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47.14.4 Protective Measures : Doors, windows, floors, articles of furniture etc. and such other parts of the
building not to be white washed shall be protected from being splashed upon. Splashings and droppings, if any,
shall be removed by the contractor at his own cost and the surfaces cleaned. Damages if any to painted surfaces,
furnitures or fittings and fixtures etc. shall be recoverable from the contractor.
47.14.5 Measurements : All measurements for payment shall be taken on net surface areas actually white
washed, unless otherwise specified. Deductions will be made from the areas for fixtures, grills, ventilation, outlets,
electrical boxes and such obstruction not painted if they are individually more than 0.05 sqm. Length and breadth
shall be taken correct upto two places of decimal of a metre and areas so worked out shall be correct upto two places
of decimals of a square metre.
Corrugated surfaces shall be measured flat as fixed and the area so measured shall be increased by the
following percentages to allow for the girthed area.
Corrugated asbestos cement sheets:

20%

Semi-corrugated asbestos cement sheets:

10%

The number of coats of each treatment shall be stated. The item shall include removing nails, making good
holes, cracks, patches etc. not exceeding 0.05 sqm. each with materials similar in composition to the surface to be
prepared.
47.14.6 Rate : The rate shall include the cost of all materials and labour involved in all the operations
described above.

47.15 COLOUR WASHING:

In the case of colour washing, mineral colours, not affected by lime, shall be added to white wash with proper
glue. No colour wash shall be done until a sample of the colour wash to the required tint or shade has been got
approved from the Engineer-in-Charge. The colour shall be of even tint or shade over the whole surface. If it is
patchy or otherwise badly applied, it shall be redone by the contractor, at no extra cost to the Department.
For new work, the priming coat shall be of white wash lime or with whiting as specified in the description of the
item. Two or three coats, shall then be applied as specified on the entire surface till it represents a smooth and
uniform finish. Each coat after applying shall be got approved from the Engineer-in-Charge.
The finished dry surface shall not be powdery and shall not readily come off on the hand when rubbed.
Other specifications as detailed for Whitewashing with lime shall be applicable. Indigo (Neel) shall however,
not be added.

47.16 DRY DISTEMPERING :

(a) Distemper : Dry distemper (IS:427-1965) of approved brand and manufacture, colour and required shade
shall be used. The dry distemper shall be stirred slowly in clean water using 0.6 litre of water per kg. of distemper
or as specified by the manufacturers. Warm water shall preferably be used. It shall be allowed to stand for atleast
30 minutes before use. The mixture shall be invariably well stirred before and during use to maintain an even
consistency.
(b) Preparation of surface : This shall be as for Painting work mentioned here-in-before in so far as it is
applicable.
(c) Application : In case of new work, the treatment shall consist of a priming coat followed by the application
of two or more coats of distemper till the surface shows an even colour.
i) Priming coat : Priming coat of whiting shall be applied over the prepared surface. The whiting (ground white
chalk) shall be dissolved in sufficient quantity of warm water and thoroughly stirred to form a thin slurry which shall
then be screened through a clean coarse cloth. Two kg. of gum and 0.4 kg. of copper sulphate dissolved
separately in hot water shall be added for every cum. of the slurry which shall then be diluted with water to the
consistency of milk so as to make a wash ready for use. No white washing coat shall be used as a priming coat for
distempering.
ii) The application of each coat as mentioned in the specifications for painting (General) here-in-before, shall hold
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47.17 OIL EMULSION (OIL BOUND) DISTEMPERING :

(a) Oil bound distemper (IS:428-1969) of approved brand and manufacture, colour and required shade shall be
used. The primer where used as on new work shall be cement primer or distemper primer as specified in the
item. These shall be of the same manufacture as distemper. The distemper shall be diluted with water or any
other prescribed thinner in a manner recommended by manufacturer. Only sufficient quantity of distemper required
for days work shall be prepared.
(b) Preparation of surfaces : The surface shall be prepared as described here- in- before for Painting work in
so far as it is applicable and approved putty/filler shall be applied to the entire area to get uniform and smooth
surface before application of primer.
Application: The cement primer or distemper primer shall be applied by brushing and not by spraying. Hurried
priming work shall be avoided, particularly on absorbent surfaces. New plaster patches in old work before applying oil
bound distemper shall be treated with cement primer/distemper primer. The surface shall be finished as uniformly as
possible leaving no brush marks. priming coat shall be allowed to dry for at least 48 hours before oil bound
distemper is applied. Before applying distemper,the surface shall be lightly sand prepared to make it smooth for
receiving the oil bound distemper, taking care not to rub out the priming coat. A time interval of at least 24 hours
shall be allowed between consecutive coats to permit the proper drying of the preceding coat. Two or more
coats of distemper as are found necessary shall be applied over the priming coat to obtain an even shade.
c) Other details : The specifications for Painting (General) mentioned here-in-before shall hold good as far
as it is applicable.

47.18 WATER PROOFING CEMENT BASED PAINT :

a) Material: Cement based paint (IS:5410-1969) of approved manufacture, quality, shade and colour only shall
be used.
b) Preparation of surfaces : The surface shall be thoroughly cleaned off all mortar dropping, dirt, dust, algae,
grease and other foreign matter by brushing and washing the surfaces. The surface shall be thoroughly wetted with
clean water before the water proof cement paint is applied. The prepared surface shall be got approved before
painting is commenced.
The water proof cement paint shall be mixed in such quantities as can be used up with in an hour of its
mixing as otherwise the mixture will set and thicken, affecting flow and finish.
Water proof cement paint shall be mixed with water in two stages. The first stage shall comprise of 2 parts of
water proof cement paint and one part of water stirred thoroughly and allowed to stand for 5 minutes. Care shall be
taken to add the water proof cement paint gradually to the water and not vice versa. The second stage shall
comprise of adding further one part of water to the mix and stirring thoroughly to obtain liquid of workable and
uniform consistency. In all cases the manufacturers instruction shall be followed meticulously.
c) Application: The solution shall be applied on the clean and wetted surface with brushes or spraying
machine. The solution shall be kept well stirred during the period of application. To avoid direct heat of the sun
during painting, the cement based paint shall be applied on the surface which is on the shady side. Cement based
paint shall not be applied on the surfaces already treated with white wash, colour wash, dry or oil bound distemper,
varnishes, paints etc. It shall not be applied on gypsum, wood and metal surfaces.
d) Other details : The specifications for Painting (General) mentioned here-in-before shall hold good as far
as they are applicable.
e) Mode of measurement for dry distemper, oil bound distemper and water proof cement paint : All
measurement for payment shall be taken on net surface area actually painted unless otherwise specified and no coefficient shall be applied for working out areas. Deductions will be made from areas for opening/obstructions not
painted, if they are individually more than 0.05 sqm. Length and breadth shall be taken correct upto two places of
decimal of a meter and areas shall be worked out correct upto two places of decimal of a square meter.
Corrugated surfaces shall be measured flat as fixed and the area so measured shall be increased by the
following percentage to allow the girthed area: a) Corrugated asbestos cement sheets - 20%; b) Semi corrugated
asbestos cement sheets - 10%.
The number of coats of each treatement shall be stated in the schedule of quantities. The whole surface shall be
applied with approved putty/filler to get uniform and smooth surface at no extra cost to the Department.
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47.19 BEES WAXING OR POLISHING WITH READY MADE WAX POLISH:(NEW WORK) :
47.19.1 Materials : The polishing shall be done with bees waxing prepared locally or with ready made wax
polish of approved brand and manufacture, as stipulated in the description of item.
a) Where bees waxing is to be prepared locally, the following specifications for the same shall apply:
Pure bees wax free from paraffin or stearing adulterants shall be used. Its specific gravity shall be 0.965 to
0.969 and melting point shall be 63o C. The polish shall be prepared from a mixture of bees wax, linseed oil,
turpentine and varnish in the ratio of 2: 1.5: 1: 0.5 by weight.
The bees wax and boiled linseed oil shall be heated over a slow fire. When the wax is completely dissolved,
the mixture shall be cooled till it is just warm and turpentine and varnish added to it in the required proportions and
the entire mixture shall be well stirred.
47.19.2 Preparation of surface : Preparation of surface will be as mentioned here-in-under para 47.20.2
with the exception that knotting, holes and cracks shall be stopped with a mixture of fine saw dust formed of the wood
being treated, beaten up with sufficient bees wax to enhance cohesion.
47.19.3 Application : The polish shall be applied evenly with a clean soft pad of cotton cloth in such a way
that the surface is completely and fully covered. The surface is then rubbed continuously for half an hour.
When the surface is quite dry, a second coat shall be applied in the same manner and rubbed continuously
for one hour or until the surface is dry.
The final coat shall then be applied and rubbed for two hours (more if necessary) until the surface has
assumed a uniform gloss and is dry showing no sign of stickiness.
The final polish depends largely on the amount of rubbing which should be continuous and with uniform
pressure, with frequent changes in the direction.
47.19.4 Other details : The specifications for painting (General) as mentioned here-in-before shall hold good
as for as they are applicable.

47.20 FRENCH SPIRIT POLISHING: (ON NEW WORK WITH A COAT OF WOOD FILLER) :
47.20.1 Polish : Pure shellac varying from pale orange to lemon yellow colour, free from resin or dirt shall
be dissolved in methylated spirit at the rate of 140 gm. of shellac to 1 litre of spirit. Suitable pigment shall be added to
get the required shade.
47.20.2 Preparation of surface : The surface shall be cleaned. All unevenness shall be rubbed down
smooth with sand paper and well dusted off. Knots if visible shall be covered with a preparation of red lead and glue
size laid on while hot. Holes and indentations on the surface shall be stopped with glaziers putty. The surface shall
then be given a coat of wood filler made by mixing whiting (ground chalk) in methylated spirit at the rate of 1.5 kg. of
whiting per litre of spirit. The surface shall again be rubbed down perfectly smooth with glass paper and wiped
clean.
47.20.3 Application : The number of coats of polish to be applied shall be as described in the item.
A pad of woolen cloth covered by fine cloth shall be used to apply the polish. The pad shall be moistened with
the polish and rubbed hard on the wood, in a series of overlapping circles applying the mixture sparingly but
uniformly over the entire area to give an even level surface. A trace of linseed oil on the face of the pad facilitates
this operation. The surface shall be allowed to dry and the remaining coats applied in the same way. To finish off,
the pad shall be covered with a fresh piece of clean fine cotton cloth, slightly damped with methylated spirit and
rubbed lightly and quickly with circular motions. The finished surface shall have a uniform texture and high gloss.
47.20.4 Measurement, Rate and other Details : These shall be as for Painting (General) mentioned here-inbefore as far as they are applicable.
NOTE: Consumption of paint for some painting items is given in Appendix C-1.

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47.21 RESIN BASED THERMO PLASTIC PAINT (DECORATIVE AND PROTECTIVE FINISH) :
47.21.1 Materials : Resin based thermo plastic paint such as Sandtex Matt or other equivalent approved
manufacture, colour and shade shall only be used.
47.21.2 Preparation of Surface & General : The Specifications for Painting (General)described here-in-before
shall hold good as for as they are applicable.
47.21.3 Protective Coatings : On surfaces such as ferrous metals, brass, copper and phospher bronze, a
protective coating of suitable bituminous compound or chromated red oxide should be given. New wood should be
treated with a leafing grade aluminium primer or a water based acrylic emulsion primer.
The surfaces with algae growth shall be thoroughly cleaned down to remove as much growth as possible and
effective solution of stabilized house hold bleach (calcium hypochloride) of approved quality with approximate
35% chlorine content @ 2 kgs. per 50 ltrs. (or as per manufacturers recommendations) should be used to treat the
surfaces.
On chalky or friable surfaces after removing the loose materials by stiff brushing or scraping the surface
should be treated with one coat of advanced solvent based material such as snowsol stabilizing solution or other
approved equivalent with white spirit.
47.21.4 Application: The ready mix Sandtex Matt or other equivalent approved resin based thermo plastic
paint shall be applied on clean and wetted surfaces by means of brushes or roller. The solution shall be kept well
stirred during the period of application. To avoid direct heat of the sun, the paint shall be applied on the side in shade.
On rough and textured surfaces, one under coat of cement based paint such as Snowcem or other
equivalent shall be applied before application of undiluted Sandtex Matt finish coat. In case of application of two
coats of Sandtex Matt at normal temperatures, the first one shall be diluted by addition of 25% water and the
second coat direct. In extremely hot environs, the second coat shall be diluted @ 2.5 ltrs. of water to 20 ltrs. of
paint or as directed.
Painting with
specifications.

resin based thermo plastic

paint

shall

be carried out generally as per manufacturers

47.21.5 Other Details : The specification for Painting (general) mentioned here-in-before shall hold good as
far as they are applicable.
Snowsol stabilized solution shall not be applied over bitumen. Snowsol stabilized solution treated surfaces
shall not be left unpainted for more than 2 (two) days. Gypsum based materials shall not be used for filling of
exterior cracks while preparation of surfaces.
47.21.6 Mode of Measurement : The painting unless otherwise mentioned shall be measured by area in sqm.
upto two places of decimal. Length and breadth shall be measured correct upto two places of decimal of a meter.
Deduction will be made from the areas of fixtures, grills, ventilation, outlets individually more than 0.05 sqm.
The item shall include removing nails, making good holes, cracks, patches etc. not exceeding 0.1 sqm. each
with materials similar in composition to the surface to be prepared.
47.21.7 Rate : The rate shall include the cost of
described above.

all materials and labour involved in all the operations

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48. VINERATEX OR VITROBRITE DECORATIVE TEXTURE COAT :

48.1 GENERAL :
Vineratex or vitrobrite decorative treatment/coating consisting of coating the plaster finished surfaces with
decorative texured coat of ready mixed mixture of approved aggregate with bonding compound/synthetic
adhesive manufactured by M/s. Vinera Industries & Co. or other approved manufacturer. The vineratex or vitrobrite
treatment coating shall be got done through approved agency as per manufacturers recommendations.
The vineratex or vitrobrite treatment shall be applied/coated
directly
over the sub-base of
reasonably smooth/levelled and clean surface like plastered brick work (plaster not being raked or scratched) in-situ
concrete, precast concrete units, light weight blocks, asbestos cement sheet etc. as specified.
48.2 MATERIAL :
The various aggregate and special bonding media/synthetic resin shall be strictly as per manufacturers
recommendations. Only such aggregates shall be used, which are weather and corrosion resistant viz. glass, ceramic
marble, chips, granite, quartz and flint, hametites, pyrites or one in natural vitrified, coloined or other processed forms
as specified. The aggregate shall vary in sizes from 0.5 mm. to 2.5 mm. and shall be applied in shades as specified.
The finish shall have a film thickness of 3 mm. average.
48.3 SURFACE PREPARATION :
Before commencing, the surfaces should be cleaned thoroughly to remove any grease, dirt, dust or loose particle and
should be free from surface water. Extremely porous surfaces should be pre-sealed with a thin coat of suitable primer.
Previous painted surfaces if any, should be prepared by thoroughly scrapping off all loose flaking paint film, washing
down with a suitable detergent and rinsing thoroughly with clean water and allowed to dry.
48.4 APPLICATION :
Vineratex or vitrobrite shall be brought to site in sealed containers. Addition of thinner at site will not be
permitted. The material in the containers shall be mixed thoroughly before use, to off-set the settlement occurred due
to heavy vibration while transporting and during storage.
A small amount of Vineratex or vitrobrite mixture shall be placed on a spot board. The spot board shall be held
against the surface on which the treatment/coating is to be applied. The mixture shall be applied to the surface
evenly with the help of laying on trowel to uniform thickness of about 3 mm. on an area of about 0.18 sqm. Scrap off
the excess material with the help of the steel float to obtain an even film thickness of 3 mm. This shall be achieved
by using the steel float held slightly on the trailing edge, putting an even pressure and scrapping off the excess
material/mixture, left on the spot board shall be immediately put back into drum and shall be mixed well before
reuse.
Level of the vineratex or vitrobrite film to a smooth and even finish using the flat edge of steel float. It is
important that only small areas of about 0.18 sqm. shall be treated at a time. Wherever possible, whole work
should be completed without stop in one operation by engaging sufficient number of workers, so that flowing edge
may be maintained without forming any joint. If this is unavoidable, a suitable natural break in the application
should be chosen and the joint shall be made using a straight edge, which can be continued when application is
resumed the following day. Over lap or over troweling at joints shall be avoided. This treatment shall always be
carried out in shade, away from full effect of hot sun.
At all times the completed work of vineratex or vitrobrite shall be protected against rain fall until complete
hardness has been obtained which takes about 24 hours.
Once the treatment/coating is completed and set hard, no other treatment like polishing, cleaning, washing with
acid etc. shall be resorted to in this area. The treatment/coating shall be taken up in hand when all other
construction works viz. plastering, electrical wiring, plumbing, painting etc. have been completed.
After the whole work is completed, the vineratex/vitrobrite shall be given a coat of anti-fungus gel to avoid
fungus growth on surfaces. The contractor shall be responsible to protect the finished surface from any damages for
whatever reason whatsoever.
48.5 MODE OF MEASUREMENT :
Mode of measurement shall be similar to sand faced/roughcast plaster items.

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49. TUBULAR TRUSSES, PURLINS ETC. :

49.1 Structural Steel Tubes : These shall be of :
i) hot finished welded (HFW) type, or
ii) hot finished seamless (HFS) type, or
iii) electric resistance or induction butt welded (ERW), having carbon content less than 0.03%, yield stress
of 21.5 kg./mm. (YST 22) type, conforming to the requirement of I.S. 1161-63. The steel tubes when analysed in
accordance with the method specified in I.S. 226-1959.
Tubes shall be designated by their nominal bore.
depending on the wall thickness.

These shall

be light, medium or heavy as specified,

Tubes shall be cleanly finished and reasonably free from scale. They shall be free from cracks, surface flaws,
laminations and other defects. The ends shall be cut cleanly and square with the axis of tube, unless otherwise
specified.
49.2 MINIMUM THICKNESS OF METALS : The tubular steel work shall be painted with one coat of approved
steel primer after fabrication. Wall thickness of tubes used for construction exposed to weather shall be not less than 4
mm. and for construction not exposed to weather, it shall be not less than 3.2 mm., where structures are not readily
accessible for maintenance, the minimum thickness shall be 5 mm.
49.3 FABRICATION :
49.3.1 The component parts of the structure shall be assembled in such a manner that they are neither
twisted nor otherwise damaged and be so prepared that the specified cambers, if any, are maintained.
49.3.2 Straightening : All material before being assembled shall be straightened, if necessary, unless required
to be of a curvilinear form and shall be free from twist.
49.3.3 Bolting : Washers shall be specially shaped where necessary, or other means used, to give the nuts
and the heads of bolts a satisfactory bearing.
In all cases where the full bearing area of the bolt is to be developed, the threaded portion of the bolt shall not
be within the thickness of the parts bolted together, and washers of appropriate thickness shall be provided to allow
the nut to be completely tightened.
49.3.4 Welding : Where welding is adopted, it shall be done as per relevant I.S. 820.
49.3.5 Caps and Bases for Columns : The ends of all the tubes for columns, transmitting loads through the
ends, should be true and square to the axis of the tube and should be provided with a cap or base accurately fitted
to the end of the tube and screwed, welded or shrunk on. The cap or base plate should be true and square to the
axis of the column.
49.3.6 Sealing of Tubes : When the end of a tube is not automatically sealed by virtue of its connection by
welding to another member, the end shall be properly and completely sealed. Before sealing, the inside of the tube
should be dry and free from loose scale.
49.3.7 Flattened Ends : In tubular construction the ends of tubes may be flattened or otherwise formed to
provide for welded, rivetted or bolted connections, provided that the methods adopted for such flattening do not
injure the material. The change of sections shall be gradual.
49.4 HOISTING AND ERECTION :
Tubular trusses shall be hoisted and erected in position carefully, without damage to themselves, other
structure, equipment and injury to workmen. The method of hoisting and erection proposed to be adopted shall be
got approved from the Engineer-in-charge. The contractor shall however be fully responsible, for the work
being carried out in a safe and proper manner without unduly stressing the various members. The contractor
shall have to grout the bolts in column tops to receive the truss wall plates, hoist the trusses in position, erect it in
a perfect line, level and plumb, fix it in position with nuts, bolts etc., cure the grouted portion and paint the truss with
two coats of paint of approved colour and shade over a coat of approved steel primer. Proper equipment such as
derricks, lifting tackles, winches, scaffolding, propping, ropes etc. shall be used.
49.5 MODE OF MEASUREMENT : The work as fixed in place shall be measured in running metres correct
to a centimetre and their weights calculated on the basis of standard tables correct to the nearest kilogram, unless
otherwise specified.
Weight of cleats, brackets, packing pieces, bolts , nuts, washers, distance pieces, separators diaphragm gussets
(taking overall square dimensions) fish plates etc. shall be added to the weight of respective items unless
otherwise specified. No deduction shall be made for skew cuts.
49.6 RATE : The rate shall include the cost of labour and materials involved in all the operations described
above including one coat of approved steel primer and painting as specified in the item.
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50. ASBESTOS CEMENT CORRUGATED / TRAFFORD SHEET ROOFING :

A.C. sheets, big six/trafford and accessories shall be supplied by the Department free of cost at Departments
Stores as per terms and conditions stipulated in the Schedule A. It shall be the contractors responsibility to take
delivery of A.C. sheets and accessories from the Departments stores, transport and handle the same carefully to
avoid any damage to A.C. sheets and accessories.
50.1 LAYING :
The sheets shall be laid on the purlins and other roof members as indicated on the working drawings or as
instructed by the Engineer-in-charge.
The top bearing surfaces of all purlins and of other roof members shall be in one place so that the sheets when
being fixed shall not require to be forced down to rest on the purlins. The finished roof shall present a uniform slope
and the lines of corrugations shall be straight and true. The sheets shall be laid with the smooth side upwards. The
sheets shall be laid with a side lap of half a corrugation and an end lap of 6" (15.2 cm.) minimum.
Side laps should be laid on the side facing away from the prevailing monsoon winds.
The free over hang of the sheets at the eaves shall not exceed 30 cm. Corrugated sheets shall generally be
laid from left to right starting at the eaves. The first sheet shall be laid uncut, but the remaining sheets in the bottom
row shall have the top left hand corners cut or Mitred. The sheets in the second and other intermediate rows except
the first and the last sheets, shall have both the top left hand corner and bottom right hand corner cut. The first
sheets in those rows shall have only the bottom right hand corner mitred, while the last sheets shall have only the
top left hand corner cut. The last or top row sheets shall have the bottom right hand corner cut with the exception
of the last sheet which shall be laid uncut. If for any reason such as considerations of the direction of prevailing
winds, laying must be started from the bottom right hand corner, then the whole procedure should be reversed.
The Mitre described above is necessary to provide a snug (close) fit where four sheets meet at a lap. It is cut
from a point 15 cm. (or whatever the length of the end lap may be) up the vertical side of the sheet to a point 5 cm.
along the horizontal edge. This cutting may be done with an ordinary wood saw at site.
50.2 FIXING :
Sheets shall be secured to the purlins and other roof members by means of 8mm. diameter galvanised iron
J or L hooks bolts and nuts. The grip of the J or L hooks bolts on the side of the purlin shall not be less than 25 mm.
Each G.I. J or L hook bolt shall have a bitumen washers and galvanised iron washers placed over the sheet before
the nut is screwed down from above. On each purlin there shall be one hook bolt on the crown adjacent to the side
lap on either side. Bitumen washer shall be of approved manufacture.
Each nut shall be screwed loosely at first. After a dozen or more sheets are laid, the nuts shall be tightened to
ensure a leak proof joint.
Holes for hook bolts etc. shall be drilled and not punched in the ridges of the corrugations in the exact positions
to suit the purlins while the sheets are on the roof in their correct position. The diameter of holes shall be 2mm.
more than the diameter of the fixing bolts. No hole shall be nearer than 40mm. to any edge of a sheet or any
accessory.
Roof ladders or planks shall always be used when laying and fixing the sheets, to avoid damage to the sheets,
and to provide security to the workmen.
Wind Ties : Wind ties shall be of 50 x 6 mm. flat iron section or of other size as specified. These shall be fixed at
the eave ends of the sheets. The fixing shall be done with the same hook bolts which secure the sheets to the purlin.
Wind ties shall be paid for separately unless described as included in the items of the roof work.
Finish : The completed roof shall present a neat and uniform appearance and shall be leak proof.
50.3 MODE OF MEASUREMENT :
The measurements for A.C. roofing sheets actually laid shall be taken for the finished work in superficial
areas flat in the plane of the roof and not girthed. The laps between the A.C. corrugated sheets both at the ends and
at the sides shall not be measured. The over laps of the corrugated sheets over valley gutters, roof light sheets,
and eaves filler pieces and the underlay of the corrugated sheets below ridges, hips, north light curves, apron flashing
pieces and barge boards shall be included in the measurement and paid for. Deductions will be made in the
measurements for roof light sheets if any, but no deduction shall be made for holes cut for extractors or cowl type
ventilators.
Length and breadth shall be measured correct to a centimetre and its area calculated in square metre correct
to two places of decimal. Roof with curved sheets shall be measured and paid for separately. The breadth of the
roof shall be measured along the trough of the curved sheets.
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No deduction in measurements shall be made for opening in roof for chimney stacks, ventilators etc. of area
upto 0.4 sqm. nor shall any extra be paid for extra labour in cutting, wastage etc. informing such openings. For
openings exceeding 0.4 sqm. in area, deductions shall be paid for extra labour involved in cutting, wastage etc. in
forming such openings.
50.4 RATE :
The rate shall include the cost of all materials, other than those supplied by the Department free of cost, and
labour involved in all the operations described above. The rate shall not include the cost of roof members, wind ties
and specials such as finals, ridges, hips, valleys, north light curves, apron flashing pieces, barge boards, cowl type
ventilators, extractors and roof light sheets, which shall be paid for separately. The rate of the item shall be deemed
to be for straight sloping roofs.

50-A. A.C. RIDGES :

A.C. corrugated ridges shall be supplied in pairs as per schedule A. The ridges in pairs shall be transported to
site of work, hoisted, placed and fixed in position at the junction of the two sloping sides of a roof. Care shall be
taken to match the corrugations of the sheets with the ridges. The ridges shall be embedded in the end wall to the
same extent of the roofing sheets. If any small gap remains between the ridges and the roofing sheets, the
same shall be rendered water proof by the contractors, with cement mortar 1:2 and as directed by the Engineerin-charge at no extra cost to the Department. The overlapping of adjacent A.C. ridges shall be as per
manufacturers specifications, scaffolding if any shall be provided by contractors at their own cost.
50-A.1 MODE OF MEASUREMENT :
Linear measurements for the pairs of ridges shall be taken between the finished surfaces of the end walls and
shall be correct upto two places of decimal of a metre. No laps or embedment shall be considered for
measurements.
The rate shall include all operations involved including cost of contractors materials, tools and plants, labour
etc. No damages or losses shall be permitted.
50-B. A.C. EAVE CURVES :
A.C. corrugated eave curves shall be supplied by the Department as per schedule A. The eave curves
shall be transported to site of work, hoisted, placed and fixed in position in perfect line and level with hooks,
nuts, washers etc. with the over laps provided as per manufacturers code of practice. The holes for hooks shall
be drilled and not punched. The areas around hooks shall then be made water tight. No damage or loss shall be
permitted in the departmentally supplied materials. The eave curves shall be embedded in the gable walls to the
same extent as that of A.C. sheets. Scaffolding, props etc. if required, shall be provided by the contractors at their
own cost.
50-B.1 MODE OF MEASUREMENT :
Measurements shall be taken between the finished surfaces of walls and shall be correct upto two places of
decimal of a metre. No laps or embedments shall be measured for payment.

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51. MANGALORE PATTERN TILE ROOFING :

51.1 SCOPE OF WORK AND GENERAL :
The item refers to supplying and laying manglore tile roofing with lime mortar bedding 1:2 over R.C.C. slab. Lime
mortar required for this job shall conform to specifications given here-in-before.
51.2 MATERIALS :
Mangalore (Basel mission or equivalent) tile shall be double channeled tiles and shall conform to I.S. 654-1957
for class-AA or class-A type tiles or as specified in the item description. The sample of tiles shall be got approved
before procuring materials on mass scale and incorporating in works. Mangalore tiles (Basel mission or equivalent)
manufacture shall be made of the best malabar clay, well dried and thoroughly burnt in patent kilns. The tiles shall be
well burnt, close grained homogeneous without segregated lumps of clay and shall have a breaking strength of
not less than 102 kg. (2 CWT) applied at a centre of span when supported on battens at 350 mm. centres. The
absorption co-efficient after 24 hours soaking shall not exceed 1/6th of its own weight.
51.3 LAYING :
Mangalore tiles of approved make and quality shall be well soaked in water for four hours before taking up for
laying. The mortar of specified proportion and thickness shall be spread and the mangalore tiles fully embedded
thereon, without any air spaces, where the tiles breaking joints.
The tiles shall be laid from the eves towards ridge. Where full tiles are not necessary, half tiles manufactured
for the purpose only shall be used. The laying of Mangalore tiles and laying of lime mortar shall go on
concurrently. The ridge mangalore tiles shall be of standard type duly approved and shall be set in lime mortar as
specified. Finished top slope of roof shall be uniform from ridge to eves. Eves line and the ridge line and all
intermediate lines shall be perfectly straight, horizontal and parallel to each other. The lowest layer of tiles at the
eves shall have cut edges instead of round edges and/or as directed by the Engineer-in-Charge. All joints shall be
pointed with lime mortar 1:2 with mixture of red ochre to preserve uniformity of colour and the joints shall be made
perfectly secured and water tight.
51.4 CURING :
After laying of Mangalore tiles as specified, roofing shall be watered and cured for a minimum period of 7 days
and as per specifications specified for curing for flooring. After curing is over, the roof shall be thoroughly cleaned
and all excess stays of mortar etc. shall be scraped off.
51.5 MODE OF MEASUREMENT :
The rate shall be per square meter of actual area of roofing completely finished. The area shall be
measured net without any laps. Opening for sky lights, cut outs etc. upto 0.4 sqm. shall not be deducted and where
applicable no cutting for forming such openings shall be measured. The linear dimensions shall be measured flat
from edge to edge of tiled roof and area worked out correct upto two places of decimal. Ridge tiles laid shall be
measured in running metre. Portion covered by ridge tiles shall not be measured under roofing tiles. The rate shall
include providing, erecting and removing scaffolding and necessary ladders. Also it shall include all labour,
materials, transport, cleaning, curing etc. to complete the job as specified.

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52. FALSE CEILING WITH FLEXO BOARDS / A.C. SHEETS :

52.1 SCOPE OF WORK :
The work envisaged under these specifications refer to supplying and fixing in position false ceiling at any
floor, any location and at any height.
52.2 MATERIAL :
The plain A.C. sheet or flexo board shall be of the thickness as mentioned in the relevant items of the
schedule of quantities and the size of panels and the arrangement of panels etc. for different area of the building
shall be as indicated by the Engineer-in-Charge. Plain A.C. sheet or flexo board shall be of approved quality and
shall be free from cracks, bends and other defects. Samples of materials to be used on the work shall first be
furnished by the contractor and got approved by the Engineer-in-Charge. All materials which are used on the
works shall strictly conform to the samples, other-wise the materials shall be summarily rejected.
The plain A.C. sheet or flexo board shall be fixed to the angle iron frames (frame work paid separately) work
by means of suitable counter sunk brass self tapping screws not more than 200 mm. centre to centre or as
directed, and all holes after fixing the screws be filled with approved filler. Necessary openings in the ceiling shall
be left for trap doors, ducts etc.
52.3 ERECTION :
The flexo boards/A.C. sheets when brought to site shall be stacked carefully on floor over wooden sleeper
supports. The boards shall be cut to required sizes either by sawing or by score and snap method. The edges
shall be smoothened by wood rasp file or with emery paper. Wherever required the edges of each panel may
require bevelling which also shall be done carefully to the correct line and dimensions.
The flexo boards/A.C. sheets shall be fixed to ridge frames either wooden or metallic or mentioned in the item
description. In case of metallic frame, the flexo boards are held to the frame by means of self tapping screws or by the
ordinary machine screws and nuts, as directed by the Engineer-in-Charge.
Teak wood or aluminium beadings if required to be fixed shall be as mentioned in the item description and
shall be carried out in best workman-like manner.
Any other treatment for finishing such as gluing of wall papers, cement or oil based paint etc. shall be as
specified in the item description and shall be done as per relevant specifications.
52.4 MODE OF MEASUREMENT :
Unless otherwise mentioned, the wooden or metallic-frame work shall be separately measured and paid
for. The flexo board/A.C. sheet false ceiling shall be measured in square metre as actually laid over the frame work.
The area being worked out correct to two places of decimal with length and breadth measured correct to a
centimeter. The rates shall include the cost of all materials, labour, scaffolding etc. as mentioned above and in
item description, unless otherwise specified.

52-A
A.C.SHEET FALSE CEILING AND
WORK/ANODIZED ALUMINIUM FRAME WORK :

MASKING

ETC.

WITH

PRESSED

STEEL

FRAME

52.A-1 GENERAL:
The work covered by these specifications shall consist of furnishing all labour, materials and equipment
necessary for installation of the suspended false ceiling and vertical masking, with A.C. sheet on pressed steel
frame work, inter locking, Aluminium frame work suspended by adjustable M.S. suspenders with necessary cut outs
in the A.C. sheet for lighting fixtures, trap doors, A.C. grills etc., providing m.s. lighting troughs etc., erecting to
proper line and level in the specified areas, floors and levels as indicated in the drawing and as directed by the
Engineer-in-Charge.
52.A-2 MATERIALS :
All materials which are to be in-cooperated in work shall be got approval prior to bulk procurement.
52.A-2.1 Fabrication of Pressed Steel Frame : The frame work for snap grid false ceiling shall be made out
of tested special springs grade steel or approved cold rolled sheets of specified gauge as per schedule, accurately
formed and die cuts with identical ends in automatic machine with precision tools. All workmanship shall be best
quality as followed in a modern sheet metal shops equipped with all machines such as press, dies, spot welding
machine, baking oven etc. All materials shall be done by a process approved by the Engineer-in-Charge and in a
manner that will not damage the materials. All work shall be accurately formed to the required dimensions, true to
line, level and plane in all directions and properly sized to suit the exact dimension within permissible tolerances.
Twisted or bent sections shall not be permitted to be used on work. Main runners and cross tees shall be of sizes as
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specified in the schedule/shown in the drawing. The main runners shall be slotted for cross tees and punched for
hangers/suspenders. Cross tees shall have identified die formed ends accurately cut for easy, correct and proper fit
assembly. Shearing, cropping shall be clean, reasonably square and free from distortion. Surfaces and joints to be
welded shall be free from loose scale, slag, rust, grease, paint and any other foreign materials. The surface shall
be wire brushed vigorously. Welding sequence shall be followed to avoid needless distortion and minimise
shrinkage stresses. Holes to be made in pressed M.S. sheet shall not be made by flame cutting. The flame cut or
unfair holes are not acceptable connection of supported members with erection clearance for all members. Where
for practical reasons greater clearance is necessary, suitable designed seating should be provided. Any damages
done to the walls/ceiling shall be reinstated to original condition. The contractor shall not be entitled for any extra
cost on this account.
52.A-2.1.1 Suspended Aluminium Grid system : Aluminium grid system shall be of BESTLOK/EEZILOCK
or equivalent approved standard suspended aluminium grid system. The suspended ceiling grid shall be of self
interlocking anodised aluminium T bars for main runners and cross runners of specified section and pattern as
required to suit the span as per drawing.
52.A-2.2 A.C. Sheets : A.C. sheet shall be plain and of specified thickness, approved best quality and shall
conform in all respect to the relevant Indian Standard Specifications.
The sheets shall be free from cracks, chipped edges or corners, twist dents, rough patches and other damages etc.
52.A-2.3 M.S. Works : All MS works shall conform to relevant specification mentioned under Structural Steel here-in-before.
52.A-2.4 Fastening : All bolts, nuts, screws, fittings & fixtures shall be of best quality and of approved manufacture.
52.A-3 FIXING :
The contractor shall take all necessary field measurements before the commencement of the frame work to
ensure proper fittings of the work to actual condition of work at site. Particular care should be taken to examine
the positions of all recessed lighting, trap doors and other openings indicated on drawings or as directed by the
Engineer-in-Charge. The correct panel sizes shall be decided to suit each location. The false ceiling levels shall
then be marked on walls. Mark the position of the runners to suit the span of the area. Fix up the wall angles with
approved metal fasteners and level then correctly. The position of suspender shall then be marked on the R.C. slab
as per the sizes of the panels decided for each area with due consideration to location of air-conditioning ducts,
grills etc. Suspenders of type and design fabricated as per drawing and approved by the Engineer-in-Charge,
shall then be securely fixed at correct points with approved metal fasteners/expansion bolts of specified dia., as per
manufacturers specifications. It shall be ensured that the hanger/suspender shall remain perpendicular and
not pulled by the suspension system to any side. Fix up the runner to the suspenders and lock up the runners
at the joints, complete the levelling starting from the fixed points and proceed towards the other end. Fix up the the
cross tees to every runner joints to have stability while levelling. Neoprene rubber gasket shall then be fixed all
along the frame work with approved type of adhesive. Approved A.C. sheets cut to correct sizes shall then be
placed on the runner, starting from the centre of the width and work side wards. Connect all cross tees and put
on the approved spring type hold down clip/pins as per drawing. Holes if required to be provided in A.C. sheets shall
be drilled and on no account holes shall be punched. Lock the runner tees and tiles with hold down clips/pins
as required. Wherever grouting for frame work, suspenders etc. is required to be done in masonry
walls columns/beams etc., the same shall be done after the entire frame work is properly levelled.
The contractor shall take into consideration all wastage in the A.C. sheets, aluminium grid system frame
work/pressed steel frame work, M.S. suspenders, screws, nuts, bolts, washers etc. required for fixing A.C. sheet
false ceiling and vertical masking while quoting his rates. A.C. sheet false ceiling and vertical masking shall be
fixed to pressed steel frame or Aluminium grid system by means of spring clip (brass counter sunk machine screws
in case of masking) of approved size, make and at approved spacing or as shown in drawing or as instructed.
After fixing the A.C. sheets, all holes of screws etc. shall be filled with approved putty, levelled with the A.C. sheets
and sand papered, so that no sign of screw is visible on the A.C. sheets. For all the A.C. sheets false ceiling and
vertical masking work, the A.C. sheet of required size and shape shall be cut as per approved panel size shown in
drawing and fixed on pressed steel frame in the best workman like manner.
Trap doors/lighting recesses/troughs of approved size and shape with approved matching work, shall be
provided in the false ceiling and vertical masking at the specified places.
Any damage done to the walls/columns/ceilings/plasters/floors etc. shall be made good to the original condition
at his own cost. The contractor shall not be entitled for any extra cost on this account. During the execution of this
work, the contractor shall take all the precautions to prevent damage to the painted surface, plaster, floor tiles,
doors etc. Contractor should specifically note that the area where the false ceiling is required to be provided will
be in advance stage of completion with various finishing items such as painting, floor polishing etc. Any damage
to these finishes will have to be made good by him at no extra cost to the Department.

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52.A-4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS :

No person other than workman employed by the false ceiling contractor shall be permitted access to any area
over which the sheeting is being laid. The contractor should take protective measures during the progress of work. Cat
ladders or roof boards, scaffolding etc. should invariably be used by men working on the roof/false ceiling/masking etc.
52.A-5 WORK TO INCLUDE :
Cost of all approved A.C. sheets with anodized aluminium/pressed steel frame work, adjustable m.s.
suspenders m.s. cleats, nuts, bolts, washers, screws, all labour, materials, tools, plants, approval scaffoldings,
providing m.s. cleats and fixing them with metal fasteners/expansion bolts, nuts, washers, screws etc. to the
concrete/wall surfaces and then fixing the adjustable suspenders in m.s. clamps, painting two coats of synthetic
enamel paint on m.s. work as directed/as shown in drawing.
52.A-6 MODE OF MEASUREMENT :
A.C. Sheet false ceiling with snap grid pressed steel/anodized aluminium internal grid system frame
work completed and accepted as per above specifications shall be measured in square metre upto two places of
decimals. The line measurements shall be taken upto two places of decimal of a metre. The width shall be
measured, from wall angle to wall angle and length shall be measured as per actual. Areas of trap doors, lighting
troughs, Air conditioning diffusers, Air conditioning grills and other openings shall be deducted and net areas of false
ceiling so computed shall be paid for unless other wise specified.
Areas of false ceiling with additional horizontal M.S. angle supports as per relevant drawing shall be measured
separately between such additional supports. Mode of measurement for this item shall also be in square metre as
described above.

52.B LIGHTING TROUGHS / FIXTURES :

Lighting troughs/fixtures shall be fabricated out of anodized aluminium sheet or out of m.s. sheet of
specified gauge and shall be free from scale, blisters, laminations, cracked edges, defects of any sort and shall
conform to relevant I.S. specifications.
Lighting troughs shall be fabricated in a modern, well equipped workshop, as per the size and profile given
in the drawing. The M.S. lighting trough shall be stove enamelled in the shop with approved type of colour & shade
on both the surfaces. Aluminium troughs shall be anodized as per standard practice. Sample of lighting trough
fabricated as per drawing shall be got approved by the Engineer-in-Charge before manufacturing on large scale.
Aluminium/M.S. frame work sections and sizes, as per drawing, shall be fabricated and got approved before fixing
in position.
The m.s. lighting troughs along with m.s. frame or aluminium lighting troughs with aluminium frame shall be fixed
in position to correct line and level with m.s. suspenders as per drawings. One or more sample lighting troughs shall
be fixed in position and got approved before fixing all the lighting troughs. The end of the lighting troughs on both
sides shall be provided with m.s. covers of the same gauge as per drawings.
The materials and fabrication of lighting trough, m.s. aluminium frame and suspenders shall conform to the
relevant specification given in this tender. The m.s. work shall be painted with two coats of synthetic enamel paint
of approved make and shade over a coat of approved primer as per specification under relevant head.
52.B-1 MODE OF MEASUREMENT :
The lighting troughs along with m.s. or aluminium frame work, suspenders, end covers etc. duly fixed in
position shall be measured along the length of the trough in running metres upto two places of decimal of a metre
and paid for unless otherwise specified in schedule of work.

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52-C TRAP DOORS :

The materials viz. M.S. frame, aluminium frame and A.C. sheet and fabrications shall conform to the relevant
specification given in this tender.
The trap doors shall be fixed in position with necessary M.S. angle frame out of M.S. angle of size 40 x 40
x 6mm. for the shutter and fixed to M.S. wall angle of size 40 x 25 x 6 mm. which is to be fixed by means of 40 x 25 x
6 mm. M.S. angle cleats, fixed to wall by means of M.S. hold fasts out of M.S. flats of size 40 x 6mm., 150 mm. long
and grouted with cement concrete 1:2:4 in case of brick wall and with 100 mm. long M.S. coach screws and rawl
plugs in case R.C. columns etc. M.S. angle of size 40 x 25 x 5 mm. shall be provided for receiving the lever of the
locking arrangement. This angle shall be supported by 40 x 6 mm. M.S. flat suspenders from ceiling fixed with 3/8"
diameter metal fasteners/expansion bolts. This angle, meant to receive the lever of the lock, shall be supported by
two numbers of M.S. angle of size 40 x 25 x 5 mm. on either side. The two angles also shall be provided with M.S.
flat (40 x 6 mm.) suspenders @ 800 mm. centers at all other convenient spacing as per drawing and as approved
by the Engineer-in-Charge.
Sample of trap doors of single, double and multi panels shall be fabricated and fixed in position and got
approved before taking up fabrication of trap doors on large scale.
All the exposed surfaces of M.S. work including the suspenders shall be painted with two coats of
synthetic enamel paint of approved make and shade over a coat of approved primer.
52.C-1 MODE OF MEASUREMENT :
The area of trap door visible from underside of the false ceiling only shall be measured in square metres for
payment. The m.s. angles to be provided for locking arrangements and supporting M.S. angles which shall not
be seen from underneath shall not be measured for payment and are supposed to be included in the rate quoted for
trap door, unless otherwise specified in the schedule of work.

52.D FIBRE GLASS THERMAL INSULATION WORK AT CEILING WITH T.W. BATTENS FRAME WORK
AND COVERING WITH A.C. SHEET :
52.D-1 SCOPE OF WORK :
The work envisaged under these specification covers providing and fixing fibre glass thermal insulation to
ceiling at any floor, location and height as specified including T.W. battens frame work in required grid and
insulation work covered with A.C. sheet/flexo board of specified thickness.
52.D-2 MATERIALS :
i) T.W. battens for frame : Battens required for frame work shall be as specified under chapter Wood work in
frames, shutters and panelling.
ii) Thermal insulation media : The thermal insulation media shall be of fibre glass Crown 150 or equivalent
approved make with K value of 0.0285 K. Cal/sqm. hr.0C, 50 mm. thick and density of 24 kg/cum. or as specified in
the description of item/ in drawing. Sample of fibre glass to be used on the work shall first be furnished by the
contractor and got approved from Engineer-in-Charge before mass procurement.
iii) A.C./Flexo board sheet covering : The plain A.C. sheet or flexo board shall be as specified here-inbefore.
iv) Fire resisting paint : The fire resisting paint shall be of M/s. Garware Paints Ltd. or any other
approved equivalent make and shall conform to I.S. 163. Sample of fire resisting paint to be used on work shall first
be got approved from Engineer-in-Charge before bulk procurement. Ready mixed paint as received from the
manufacturer without any admixture shall be used.
52.D-3 ERECTION / FIXING OF INSULATION :
i) Frame work : The workmanship shall be of best quality. All wrought timber is to be sawn, drilled or
otherwise machine worked to the correct sizes and shall be as indicated in drawing or as specified. All joinery work
shall fit truly and without wedging or filling. All necessary mortising, tennoning, grooving, matching, tonguing,
housing rebate and other necessary work for correct jointing shall be carried out in the best workmanship like
manner. The frame work shall be made in required grid as specified in schedule item and in drawing. The frame
work shall be rigidly screwed to the ceiling with 100 mm. long G.I. wood screws and rawl plugs @ 300 mm. centre to
centre (or as specified) both ways by drilling holes in ceiling through frame work. The wood work shall be painted all
over with fire resisting paint of M/s. Garware Paints Ltd. or any other approved equivalent make before erection of
the same in position as per manufacturers specifications and as directed by Engineer-in-Charge.
If after fixing the frame work in position, any shrinking or substandard material or bad workmanship is
detected, the contractor shall forth with remove them and replace the same at his own cost.
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ii) Sticking of insulation material & fixing of A.C./flexo board : After fixing of the frame work as above,
a thick coat of bitumen of approved grade shall be applied as vapour barrier in the grids of frame work and then
fibre glass of required thickness shall be sticked to ceiling and panel of grids as directed by the Engineer-inCharge. The panels of fibre glass shall be cut exact to grid size and evenly pressed.
Approved A.C./flexo board sheets cut to correct sizes as specified in item description shall then be placed on
the frame works starting from the centre of the width and work side-wards. Holes required in A.C. sheet/flexo board
shall be drilled and on no account holes shall be punched. A.C. sheet shall be fixed to wooden frame work with
suitable size of C.P. brass screws @ 300 mm. c/c. 4 mm. wide groove or as shown in the drawing shall be kept to
correct line, level and plane at the junctions of sheets.
Any damage done to the finishes and to walls, columns, ceilings, plasters, floors etc. shall be made
good to the original condition by the contractor at his own cost. The contractor should take protective measures
during the progress of work. Cat ladders or roof boards scaffolding should invariably be used by men working on the
thermal insulation work.
52.D-4 MODE OF MEASUREMENT :
This work shall be measured on square metre basis. The length and width shall be measured between plastered
surfaces of walls upto two places of decimal of a metre for working out the area.
52.D-5 RATES :
Rates quoted by the contractor for the work shall include cost of all materials and labour required to complete the
work as per item description, as per above specifications and as shown in the drawing.

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53. METAL FALSE CEILING SYSTEM & THERMAL INSULATION :

METAL FALSE CEILING SYSTEM (LUXALON 150 C / EQUIVQLENT):
53.1 MATERIALS
Manufacturing and Product: Hunter Douglas India Private Ltd. or equivalent
a)
PRODUCT : Luxalon 150 C lineal aluminium false ceiling or equivalent
b)

COLOUR : As specified or as approved by the Engineer-in-Charge

Material Description: All components shall be made of aluminium and manufactured by M/s. Hunter Douglas India
Private Limited OR Equivalent and as per manufacturer's specification.
LUXALON 150 C METAL CEILING :
i). PANEL: The panel shall be cold roll formed panels 150mm wide and 15,5mm deep with a 5mm beveled edge
creating an 8mm V groove made from corrosion resistant Al.-Mg. Alloy AA5050, The length of each panel shall be
upto 6000mm. The aluminium panels shall be chromatised for maximum bond between metal and paint enameled
twice under high temperature, one side with a full primer and finish coat in a polyester paint for a dry film thickness of
20 microns, the other side (inner side) with a primer coating and skin coat on a Continuous Paint Line.
ii).
CARRIER : The carrier on which the panels shall be clipped on to will be 32mm wide, 39mm deep, made of
black stove enameled 0.95mm thick aluminium alloy AA5050. When two or more carriers are to be joined, they shall
be joined together by means of splices, which will clip on to holes provided for the same.
iii). WALL TRIM : The wall trim shall be 15mm deep x 30mm wide x 15mm deep x 0.4mm thick Aluminium Alloy
AA5050 with square edges and length of 5 mtr.
iv). ROD HANGER : The rod hanger of suitable length shall be made of 4mm dia. galvanised steel (Zinc coating 120
gms/Sqm.)
v). SUSPENSION CLIP : The adjustment suspension clip shall be made of galvanised spring steel V shaped with
two holes to accommodate the rod hanger.
vi). ANCHOR FASTNERS : The single piece sleeve anchor with assembled hanger taper bolt and nut which has
smaller driller dia. Anchor fastener shall be of arrow make or equivalent with thread size 5mm.
vii). SUSPENSION SYSTEM : The carriers would be suspended from the roof by 4mm dia galvanised (Zinc coating
120gms/Sqm.) steel wire rod hangers with height adjustment springs out of galvanised spring steel. Hangers shall be
fixed to roof by 'J' hooks and Anchor Fasteners
53.2. FINISHING OF SURFACE OF STRIPS FOR INTERNAL USE (ALUMINIUM)
The coils from which aluminium panels are made shall be cold roll formed & stove enameled on a continuous coil
coating paint line with dried in place roller coated application for pre-treatment. The coils to go through four stages of
pre-treatment, three times oven baked through conversion coating, priming and finished coat, ensuring superior
adhesion, high corrosion resistance and good colour retention. The coils shall be painted on both sides after being
degreased. Prime coat of at least 5 microns to be applied on both sides and a back coat of 5 micron of neutral colour
to be applied on the inside surface and 5 micron of binder and 15 microns of top coat of desired colour shall be
additionally provided on the exposed surface.
Pencil Hardness.

phh > F

Light Fastness.
Colour Fastness

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Light fastness of at least 6 according to international wool scale.

All finishes shall have a colour fastness of at least 6.

Colour Variation.

Colour diff, Bet batches + 4 units Colour diff. Within one batch + 2 units.

Colour Uniformity

Maximum allowable deviation is 2 NBS units.

Specular Glose.

Resistance to Salt Spray

Test.

Impact resistance

Paint adhesion.

Better than or equal rating 1

Humidity Resistance.
Chemical Resistance.

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No formation of blister.
No loss of adhesion or gloss and no colour change or Staining.

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25 deg/00 (satin)

After 100 hrs testing under creep from the edges or the Cross, shall exceed
2mm. Blistering shall not exceed F 8.
To withstand an impact test of 5mN/mm metal thickness Without loss of
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53.3. FIXING : The panels shall be clipped on to a carrier. The carriers to be suspended with an adjustment spring of
galvanised spring steel, V shaped with two holes to accommodate the rod hanger. The rod hanger to be made of 4mm
dia, galvanised steel and suspended form the ceiling by J hooks fixed at 1.5mm centre to centre.
53.4. WORKMANSHIP : The ceiling shall be erected in continuous sequence. Spans would not exceed those
recommended by M/s. Hunter Douglas India Pvt. Ltd. All work in this section shall be performed in an efficient manner
by the installing agency approved by the manufacturers and as per manufacturer's recommended procedures.
53.5. FIRE RESISTANCE : The false ceiling including the paint shall be fire resistant as per DIN 4102.Class A2. It
should also be classified as P-NOT EASILY IGNITABLE - AS PER BS 476. Part 6 and should have a fire propagation
classification of Class as per BS 476. Part 6.

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53.6. THERMAL INSULATION

(A)
I.

UNDERDECK INSULATION :
METHOD OF APPLICATION :
i)

Clean the surface and make it free from dust and loose particles.

ii)

Apply a coat of Shalicoat to the underside of the roof.

iii)

Apply CPRX compound to the underside of each prelaminated Phenolic Foam panel and press the slabs
in position. But the joints well together.

iv)

Secure panel in position with the help of screws, rawl plug and washers.

v)

Deal all the joints with the help of self adhesives Aluminium tapes

(B)

INSULATION ABOVE FALSE CEILING :

i)

The insulation tiles shall be placed above the A1 carriers, which are a one meter c/c.

ii)

The insulation tiles should be cut to the required size for placement over carriers as Per the spacing and
pattern of false ceiling lay out.

iii)

The rate quoted shall be inclusive of cutting to the required size, wastage etc.

iv)

The tiles shall abut each other to provide a continuous barrier for effective thermal insulation

GENERAL :
i)

Extremely low 'K' value 0.018 Kcal/hrM.C.

ii)

Low water vapour transmission level.

iii)

Should be available in a single component system.

iv)

Should be approved by both TAC and NIC.

v)

Should be mildly antiseptic with resistance to fungal and bacterial growth and should not attract
rodents/insects.

vi)

Should have good acoustic properties.

vii)

Temperature Range : + 125 degrees C to - 190 degrees C.

viii)

Material shall be classified as P [not easily ignitable] - BS 476 Part 5.

ix)

Material should conform to Building Classification "O" based on the propagation index BS 476 Part 6.

x)

Material shall have a Class I surface spread of flame, the highest rating possible BS 476 Part 7.

xi)

Lowest smoke obscuration 5% (almost negligible) - BS 5111 Part 1 .

xii)

Toxicity index of 0.04478 - Naval Engineering Standards 713 (NES) Ministry.

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54.

WATER PROOFING :

GENERAL : The guarantee for waterproofing treatment in prescribed proforma must be given by the
specialised agency which shall be countersigned by the contractor in token of his over all responsibility. The
guarantee for waterproofing treatment in the prescribed proforma shall also cover Horizontal expansion joint and
Vertical expansion joint.

54.1 WATER PROOFING PLASTER IN TOILET AREA :

The following specification shall be followed unless otherwise stated in schedule of quantities. This shall be
15 mm. thick plaster including an under coat not exceeding 8 mm. thick. Approved water proofing compound like
CICO No. 1 or other approved equivalent shall be added @ 3% by weight of cement in cement mortar or as per
manufacturers specifications in both the coats. The workmanship and material shall be same as described in plaster
work in general. All exposed surfaces shall be finished smooth with a coat of neat cement as directed, except areas
where tiling work is to be done, where the plaster shall be left rough / float finish..

54.2 BRICK BAT COBA WATERPROOFING ON TERRACE :

54.2.1 Materials : The aggregate for brick bat coba shall be broken from good and thoroughly well burnt bricks.
These shall be strong, durable, clean and free from impurities. They shall not contain any soft or powdering materials.
The aggregate shall be 20 mm. to 10 mm. size and shall be approved by the Engineer-in-Charge before use.
Lime to be used for preparing brick bat coba shall be of lime class B, conforming to I.S. 712-1959. Lime burnt
from lime stone shall be used. All impurities, ashes or pieces improperly burnt shall be screened or picked out
before slaking. It shall be in the form of lumps when brought to site of work and not in powder form. The lime shall
not be slaked with water less than one week or more than two weeks before use.
54.2.2 Storage : The slaked lime if stored, shall be kept in a weather proof and damp proof closed shed with
impervious floor and sides to protect it against rain, moisture, weather and extraneous materials mixing with it, and
shall be approved by the Engineer-in-Charge.
54.2.3 Proportion : The proportion for brick bat coba shall be 0.906 cum. (about 32cft.) of brick bat to 0.34
cum. (about 12 cft.) of slaked lime.
54.2.4 Laying : The concrete surface shall be thoroughly rubbed, cleaned of all set mortar, all dirt and dust
and slightly wetted. The brick aggregate shall be soaked in water before mixing with lime. The brick bat coba
shall be laid in an even layer and to the required thickness and slope so as to form ridge, hip or valley line as may
be necessary and as indicated in the drawing or as directed by the Engineer-in-Charge. The compaction shall be
started immediately with wooden beaters and during the above process, the surface shall be constantly kept wet by
sprinkling water observing the following precautions:
a) Brick bat coba shall not be rammed with heavy iron rammers as brick aggregates are likely to be crushed
into powder thereby, but shall be beaten lightly and rapidly with wooden beaters to get the required compaction
and to obtain complete integration of brick bats and lime.
b) While beating, fresh fracture may take place which may cause absorption of water from the mortar.
Additional water may be sprinkled with beating in such cases as considered necessary by the Engineer-in-Charge.
The beating work shall continue for at least 7 days.
c) The average thickness of coba shall be as specified in the items and the top of the coba shall be given
slope or made level and edges taken into the brick masonry parapet or rounded off at junctions as shown in the
drawing and as directed by the Engineer-in-Charge.
54.2.5 MODE OF MEASUREMENT :
The length and breadth of the surface area shall be measured to two places of decimals of a metre from the
finished surface of wall and parapet and cubic contents to be worked out with average thickness of coba provided.
Rate shall include cost of preparation of surface, cost of materials, labour, rounding of junctions etc. complete.

54.3 CHINA MOSAIC WATER PROOFING :

54.3.1 General : This type of water proofing shall consist of setting in thick cement slurry selected colour/white
glazed tile broken pieces of approved make and size over 20mm. thick bedding of cement mortar 1:4 with approved
waterproofing agent or as specified in schedule of work, to the required slope and level, over brick bat coba and
finishing with neat cement and cleaning to the required degree of fineness and evenness.
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The different materials and workmanship shall conform to the relevant I.S. specifications and shall be got
approved before incorporating in the work.
The surface of brick bat coba shall be thoroughly cleaned of dust, dirt and loose particles removed and
adequately watered. Thick coat of cement slurry of the honey like consistency shall be sprayed on the base before
lime mortar screening of specified thickness is laid.
54.3.2 Laying : Over the prepared surface of brick bat coba, a layer of cement mortar, 20 mm. thick or as
specified, shall be laid and cement slurry of consistency of honey, shall be spread over it using cement at a rate of
not less than 0.01 cum. per 10 sqm. While the bed is fresh, broken pieces of 6 mm. thick selected white/colour glazed
tiles not less than 25 mm. and not more than 50 mm. in any direction shall be set closely by hand at random. The
glazed tile pieces shall be soaked in water before setting in position. The glazed surfaces shall be kept exposed and
pressed with wooden mallet. Over the glazed tile pieces a neat cement slurry, using cement not less than 0.01 cum.
per 10 sqm. shall be spread and the surface brushed in and lightly rolled with wooden roller, taking care that no air
pocket is left between brick bat coba and china mosaic flooring.
The top surfaces shall be cleaned with saw dust and cotton waste. Finally the surface shall be cleaned with
weak acid solution to remove cement marks over the white glazed tile pieces. The finished work shall be cured for at
least 7 days. Care shall be taken to see that cement in joints does not get dissolved due to acid washing. At corners
and junctions with parapet, the water proofing course shall be rounded off with cement mortar as per drawing and
shall be included in the quoted rate.
54.3.3 MODE OF MEASUREMENT :
The length and breadth shall be measured to two places of decimal of a metre, along side the surface
including rounding of junctions of walls and wall & slab etc. and area worked out in square metre. The rain water outlets shall be finished as directed and no deduction shall be made for the same (area upto 0.02 sqm.) while arriving at
the net area for payment.

54.4 TAR FELT WATER PROOFING :

54.4.1 General: All materials and workmanship for waterproofing the R.C.C. roof shall conform to I.S. 13461959 & 1322-1965 respectively. The tar felt shall be of type and of grade-I as specified in I.S. 1322-1965.
54.4.2 Preparation of Surfaces : The existing roof surface shall be prepared by cutting cracks if any to V
section, cleaned and filled flush with cement sand slurry or a suitable grade of bitumen or both and the surface shall
be allowed to set and dry. The surface of the roof and that part of the parapet and gutters drain mouths etc., over
which the waterproofing treatment is to be laid shall be cleaned of all foreign matters viz. fungus, moss, dust etc. by
wire brushing and dusting.
54.4.3 Laying : The felt shall be laid in lengths at right angles to run off gradient commencing at the lowest
level and working upto the crest, thus providing adequate overlap of the adjacent lower felt.
The bituminous primer shall be brushed @ 0.42 ltr./sqm. (1 gallon/100 sft.) over the roof surface thus prepared
and allowed to dry. The bitumen bounding material (60/70 grade) shall be prepared by heating to the correct
working temperature and conveyed to the point of work in a bucket or pouring cane.
The felt shall be first cut to required length, brushed clean of dusting material and laid out flat on the roof to
eliminate curls and subsequent stretching. Each length of the felt prepared for laying as described shall be laid in
position and rolled up for a distance of half of this length. The hot bonding material shall be poured on to the roof
across the full width of the rolled felt @ 1.2 kg/sqm. as the latter is steadily rolled out and pressed down. Light rollers
as required on the work shall be used to even up the treatment at the contractors cost. The excess bonding material is
squeezed out at the ends and is removed as the laying proceeds.
When the first half of the strip of felt has been bonded to the roof, the other half be rolled up and unrolled on to
the top bonding material in the same way. Minimum overlaps of 10 and 7.5 cm. shall be allowed at the end and sides
of strips of felt. All overlaps shall be firmly bonded with hot bitumen.
After the specified number of layers of felt have been laid, hot bitumen (60/70 grade) shall be applied over
the top surface @ 1.2 kg/sqm. Pea size gravel as mentioned in item description shall be uniformly spread on this
hot bitumen layer @ 0.0609 cum. to 0.0761 cum./10 sqm. (2 to 2.5 cft. per 100 sft.) on horizontal surfaces and over
the rounded junctions, a coat of cement slurry shall be applied and grit shall be pressed into the slurry coat followed
by curing.
For flashing in existing parapet walls, a groove or chase at a minimum height of 15 cm. above the roof level
shall be cut in the vertical face of the wall and shall be filled with cement mortar 1:3 after water proofing compound
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is thoroughly set. This groove shall be of dimension 7.5 cm. wide and 6.5 cm. deep. In case of low parapet where
the height does not exceed 45 cm., grooves shall be provided and water proofing treatment shall be carried right
over the top.
Felt shall be laid as flashing in widths wherever junction of vertical and horizontal structures occur with
minimum over lap of 10 cm. The lower edge of flashing shall overlap the felt laid on flat portion of the roof and the
upper edge of the flashing shall be taken along the entire vertical face of the tucked groove made in the parapet
and over the top surface so as to provide a continuous water proof layer. Each layer shall be so arranged that the
joints are staggered with those of the layer beneath it.
Drain mouths, gutters, drain outlets, projections, pipes etc. shall be given the special treatment conforming to
I.S. 1346 - 1959.
54.4.4 Guarantee : The contractor shall furnish guarantee as per appendix D for maintaining the roof leak
proof for a minimum period of 10 (ten) years. If any defects occur during guarantee period, the contractor shall
rectify the same within three days of intimation at their own cost to the satisfaction of the Engineer-in-Charge. The
decision of the Engineer-in-Charge shall be final and binding.
The tenderers may, if they so desire, quote on the basis of their own patent water proofing treatment with rates
and terms and conditions if any and detailed specification if their patent treatment is considered by them to be
more effective and competitive. They shall also guarantee their treatment for a minimum period of 10 (ten) years.
54.4.5 MODE OF MEASUREMENT : Only plan dimensions between brick / concrete walls shall be measured in
sqm. to second place of decimal for payment. Rainwater outlets shall be finished as directed and no deduction shall be
made for the same (area upto 0.02 sqm.), while arriving at the net area for payment. The rate shall also include rounding
of junctions between walls / wall & slab.

54.5 CEMENT BASED WATER PROOFING OF W.C. AND BATHS AREAS :

54.5.1 General : The water proofing treatment for the Bath and W.C. shall be essentially of cement based
water proofing treatment with admixture of proprietary water proofing compound similar to M/s. India water proofing
companys treatment or any other equivalent approved cement based water proofing treatment. The waterproofing
treatment shall consist of providing cement slurry mixed with proprietary water proofing compound after
preparation of surfaces, providing water proofing cement plaster, finishing smooth/rough as required to the required
line, level, curing, finishing, guarantee for the water tightness of the water proofing treatment etc.
54.5.2 Preparation of Surface : The surface to receive water proofing treatment shall be thoroughly
cleaned of scales, laitance, set mortar etc. for receiving water proofing treatment, and necessary preparation of
the surface for providing water proofing treatment shall be done by the contractor. If any honey combs are observed
in beams and slabs of Bath and W.C., the same shall be grouted with cement slurry mixed with water proofing
compound and the cracks and crevices, filled with injection method.
54.5.3 Sequence of Treatment : All cutting and chasing in the floor and walls for plumbing work shall be
done by the plumbing agency. Water proofing agency shall then provide CETROOF or equivalent approved
cement based water proofing treatment consisting of cement plaster treatment mixed with the water proofing
compound according to the recommended specifications of the waterproofing agency. The thickness of water proof
plaster shall be about 35 mm. on floor area of the depression and about 25 mm. thick on the vertical surface of
walls/concrete surface in case of sunken slabs, upto the finished floor level. The thickness shall be about 18 mm. for
the remaining wall height upto 600 mm. from finished floor level.
The plumbing agency shall then lay and fix the pipes, W.C. pans, traps etc. without disturbing the water
proofing treatment. However, the joints of water supply and waste connections including holes drilled for
clamps shall be treated by water proofing agency.
Waterproofing agency shall then fill-in the depression in the floor with their CETROOFor equivalent approved
waterproof brick bat coba with the admixture of waterproofing compound according to waterproofing agencys
specification and process, which should be furnished in writing to the Engineer-in-Charge for effective supervision
of completeness of the process while executing the works.
54.5.4 Finishing : The surface of the exposed plaster shall be finished smooth with neat cement. The plaster
surface where tiling is to be provided as well as brick bat coba filling where flooring to be provided, shall be finished
to proper line, level, plane and plumb to receive the floor/dado finish. Curing of the waterproofing treatment shall be
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54.5.5 Testing and Guarantee : The contractor shall test the surface where waterproofing treatment is
provided for the bone dry condition by filling with water inside the depressed plastered portion. No wet patches
or leaks shall appear on he surrounding plastered walls or at the under side of the slabs. The testing shall be
carried out to the entire satisfaction of the Engineer-in-Charge. The contractor shall furnish guarantee in the Proforma
as per Appendix D for the waterproofing treatment for maintaining the under side of the waterproofed surface in
bone dry condition for a period of minimum ten years. During this period, contractor shall attend to all leakages,
defects etc. if noticed, free of cost, starting his work of checking up and rectification with in a weeks time from the
date of receipt of information about such leakages etc. by him.
The contractor shall submit the guarantee bond on appropriate stamp paper and as per the enclosed proforma.
54.5.6 MODE OF MEASUREMENT :
i) Waterproof plaster shall be computed by taking the length and breadth of the area actually plastered correct
upto two decimal places of a metre. No deduction shall be made for W.C. pans, pipes etc. in the measurement.
ii) The filling with waterproof brick bat coba shall be computed by noting the levels and dimensions of the filled
up depression before and after the filling, upto two decimal places of a metre and also no deductions shall be made
for W.C. pans, pipes etc.

54.6 CEMENT BASED WATERPROOFING OF ROOF TERRACES :

54.6.1 General : The waterproofing treatment shall be essentially a cement based waterproofing treatment
similar to that of M/s. India Waterproofing Companys CETROOF or any other equivalent approved waterproofing
treatment. The waterproofing treatment shall consist of providing cement slurry mixed with waterproofing
compound, at desired proportions including grouting the cracks and crevices with cement slurry mixed with
waterproofing compound, laying brick bats over cement mortar bedding to the required slopes for roof drainage,
filling and grouting the joints with cement mortar, finishing the surface smooth/chequered with cement plaster
mixed with waterproofing compound etc. as directed.
54.6.2 Preparation of Surfaces : All the rubbish, debris and other materials left over by other agencies will be
got removed by the Department through other agencies. After removal of this rubbish, debris etc., the surface to
receive the waterproofing treatments shall be thoroughly cleaned with wire brushes including removing of scales
and laitance, set mortar etc. by the waterproofing contractors. If any honey combing including cracks and crevices
are observed at column junctions/and elsewhere, the same shall be grouted with cement slurry mixed with approved
waterproofing compound.
54.6.3 Treatment : The waterproofing treatment shall be generally as per manufacturers own specifications,
method and procedure. A typical cross section of the waterproofing treatment shall generally consist of the
following:
i) Applying cement slurry mixed with waterproofing compound for the entire surface to be treated.
ii) Laying of broken brick bat of required thickness over cement mortar bedding to give proper roof drainage,
grouted with cement mortar with waterproofing compound.
iii) Laying of jointless cement based waterproofing cement mortar layer of average thickness as specified in the
item.
iv) Final rendering to give a smooth finish of cement colour with false lines at 300 x 300 mm. or nearer
convenient dimensions. Tenderer shall give complete details of waterproofing treatment proposed by him, in writing
viz. details including roof fill material, waterproofing compound, minimum and maximum thickness etc. for effective
supervision of the departmental Engineers, while the work is executed at site.
The contractor shall ensure that sufficient slope for effective roof drainage is provided within the average
thickness of waterproofing treatment proposed by the contractor. In case the average specified thickness of
treatment exceeds, the fact shall be specifically brought to the notice of the Engineer-in-Charge, before adopting
the extra thickness.
The rain water down take pipes if any, shall be fixed by the other agency prior to commencement of
waterproofing operation. Curing of the finished surface by ponding shall be done for 7 days atleast.

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54.6.4 Testing and Guarantee :

The contractor shall test the surface for the bone dry condition by ponding water over roof for minimum seven
days period to the entire satisfaction of the Engineer-in-Charge. Alternately, the curing of the finished surface
done by ponding of water on the entire surface for seven days, can also be used for testing water tightness. After a
period of two months, once again the roof should be ponded with water to check its efficiency of waterproofing
treatment against leakage. The contractor shall furnish guarantee in the proforma as per Appendix D for the
waterproofing treatment provided by them, for maintaining the under side of the roof in bone dry condition for a
minimum period of ten years.
During this period, the contractor shall be liable to attend all the leakages, defects etc. if noticed, free of
cost, starting his work of checking and rectifications within a weeks time from the date of receipt of intimation of such
leakages etc. by him.
54.6.5 MODE OF MEASUREMENT :
Net area in square metre of the roof measured in between the side walls, i.e. plan dimensions including rounded
junctions, kerbs, parapets where waterproofing treatment provided etc. shall be measured for payment. No deduction
shall be made for openings upto 0.02 sqm such as rain water outlets etc., but the same shall be finished as directed
by the Engineer-in-Charge. The rate shall include the cost of labour, materials, scaffolding etc. and shall cover the
cost of rounding of junctions etc. which will not be measured separately. Brick bat filling done under this item will not
be measured separately and is deemed to be included in the waterproofing treatment for roof with an average
thickness of 115 mm.

54.7 INTERNAL WATERPROOFING FOR OVERHEAD WATER TANK / LIFT PIT / UNDERGROUND SUMP OR TANKS :

54.7.1 General : The waterproofing treatment for overhead water tanks shall be essentially a cement based
waterproofing treatment similar to that of M/s. India Water Proofing Company, consisting of providing water proof
cement plaster after preparing the surface, filling the cracks and crevices by means of injection and surface method,
using proprietary waterproofing compound as per their own specifications and as per recommended proportions
etc. and testing of watertightness of the water proofing treatment and furnishing guarantee as specified.
54.7.2 Preparation of Surfaces : The surface to receive the waterproofing treatment shall be thoroughly
cleaned of scales, laitence, set mortar etc. The surface shall be roughened with close hacking to provide
adequate key for the waterproofing treatment. All honey combs in concrete surface shall be carefully hacked and
loose materials removed and all pockets plugged suitably well before commencing waterproofing treatment.
54.7.3 Treatment : Before any work of waterproofing is taken in hand, all the surface preparation mentioned
above shall be got approved from the Engineer-in-charge. All plumbing work will be got completed by the
Department before commencing the treatment.
The treatment shall then be commenced with injection into RCC members wherever required by cement slurry
mixed with water proofing compound of appropriate consistency to fill up all cracks and crevices if any. A layer of
waterproofing plaster in the specified proportion as per manufacturers/waterproofing contractors recommendations
with admixture of approved manufacture waterproofing compound, shall then be laid over floor from inside and will
be continued along the sides and partition walls to their full height. The thickness of this treatment on the floor shall
not be less than 50 mm. and that on walls not less than 20 mm. The entire surface shall be finished smooth with steel
trowel in cement colour. The plastered surfaces shall be kept continuously wet immediately after 24 hours so as to
cure it properly for at least seven days.
54.7.4 Testing : The tank will thereafter be got filled upto the full height immediately by the Contractor as
specified, and water stored for a minimum period of seven days so as to observe any leakages/defects for
necessary compliance by the waterproofing contractor.
In the case of tanks whose external faces are exposed, the requirements of the test shall be deemed to be
satisfied in the external faces shown no sign of leakage and remain apparently dry over the period of observation of
seven days after allowing a seven days period for absorption after filling the tank for full height. If the structure does
not satisfy the conditions of test, the period of test may be extended for a further period of seven days and if specified
limit is then reached, the structure may be considered a satisfactory. Suitable remedial measures shall be taken by
the contractor at his own cost till the test as specified above is carried out satisfactorily.
In the case of tanks whose external faces are exposed or can be left exposed prior to testing all leakages, wet
patches and the like, shall be marked out on the outside of walls during test. The tank shall then be dewatered and
the defects made good by grouting, waterproofing, plastering etc. as necessary to the entire satisfaction of the
Engineer-in-Charge, at no extra cost to the Department. The tank shall again be tested for leakage after
rectification. The work shall not be accepted unless the water tightness is established.
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Back filling in case of underground sump and waterproofing the roof where specified, shall be carried out after
testing and rectification of defects. The completion certificate shall not be given unless the test for water tightness as
described above is carried out to the entire satisfaction of the Engineer-in-Charge. After a period of two months after
the tank is left dry, once again the tank should be filled with water to check the efficiency of the waterproofing treatment
done. If there is any leakage or wet patches, the same shall be rectified, with no extra cost, by the contractor.
54.7.5 Guarantee : The contractor shall furnish service guarantee in the prescribed proforma vide Annexure 'D'
of the Tender for the workmanship and the materials provided and for maintaining the waterproofed surfaces of the
tanks in bone dry condition for a minimum period of ten years. If any defect occur during the guarantee period, the
contractor shall rectify the same at his own cost to the satisfaction of the Engineer-in-Charge, and start his work
of checking and rectification within seven days after receipt of intimation by him.
54.7.6 MODE OF MEASUREMENT :
Measurement for payment of waterproofing treatment shall be as per actual area covered by waterproofing
treatment including offset, overlapping, rounded junctions, haunch etc. as provided at site. The length and breadth
of the surface actually treated with water proofing treatment shall be measured upto two places of decimal of a
metre. No deduction shall be made for inlet, outlet, scour connection, but the same shall be finished as required. The
rate quoted shall include all the cost of materials, labour, transportation, testing of water tank for water
tightness, furnishing necessary guarantee for waterproofing so provided, all as detailed above.

54.8 WATER PROOFING TREATMENT OF EXPANSION JOINT AT ROOF LEVEL :

54.8.1 Treatment : The expansion joint treatment at roof level shall be provided with approved cement based
waterproofing treatment of M/s. India Water proofing Company or other approved equivalent waterproofing agency.
This treatment shall be 20 mm. thick waterproof plaster on top sides and ends of RCC covering hood over expansion
joint as shown in the drawing.
54.8.2 Guarantee : The contractor shall carry out the test for waterproof joint provided for expansion joint at
roof level by any approved method and furnish a guarantee for the watertightness of the joint in the
prescribed proforma as per Appendix D and its maintenance in bone dry condition for a period of ten years.
During this period the contractor shall be liable to attend to leakages, defects etc. noticed, free of cost within a
weeks time from the date of intimation to him of such leakages.
54.8.3 MODE OF MEASUREMENT :
The measurement for the joints thus waterproofed, shall be made in Running Metres upto two places of decimal
of a metre.

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55.: INTEGRAL CEMENT BASED WATER PROOFING TREATMENT OF UNDER GROUND

WATER TANKS, SWIMMING POOLS, BASEMENTS ETC. FROM OUTSIDE:

55-A: ON HORIZONTAL SURFACES

55.A.1:

Preparing the Surface

The water proofing treatment over the lean concrete/levelling course surface should adhere to the surface firmly. The
surface of levelling course should be roughened when the concrete is still green. In case the surface is not made
rough in the initial stages itself (i.e. before the concrete is set, the work of water proofing shall not be permitted till
proper key is provided for the 25 mm thick base layer. This key cannot be achieved by hacking the already set
concrete surface, instead a spatter-dash key should be provided without any extra cost, as it is the responsibility of the
contractor to roughen the surfaces properly over which plaster or similar coat is to be laid.
55.A.2:

Blending Cement/Water with Water Proofing Compound

Mixing water-proofing compound in powder or liquid form, to already prepared cement mortar shall not be allowed.
Blending Cement with water-Proofing Compound shall be prepared as followed:
(i)

The required quantity of cement bags to be used for a particular portion of work should be sorted out and the
contents of each bag should be emptied on a suitable dry platform. Water proofing compound in powder form
manufactured by reputed approved manufacturer, bearing ISI mark, conforming to IS 2645 should be mixed
with the contents of each bag. The quantity of water proofing compound to be mixed should be as prescribed
by the manufacturer but not exceeding 3% by weight of cement.

(ii)

The quantity of cement (50 kg) and water-proofing compound in powder form should be mixed thoroughly,
blended by employing skilled labourers and the cement thus blended should again be packed in gunny bags
so that the material can be readily used for preparing mortar/slurry for the water proofing works, to achieve
best results.

Note: Unless otherwise specified, all waterproofing works shall be carried out using blended / PPC cement.
55.A.3:

Blending Water with Liquid Water Proofing Compound.

(i)

In case the water proofing compound to be used is in liquid form then instead of blending cement with
water-proofing compound the water to be used in the particular mix should be blended with water
proofing compound.

(ii)

This shall be done by taking just required quantity of water to be mixed in the particular batch of dry
cement mortar. The required quantity of water thus collected per batch of dry cement mortar to be
prepared should be mixed with liquid water-proofing compound from sealed tins with ISI mark and
manufactured by reputed approved manufacturer.

(iii)

The water thus mixed with water-proofing compound shall be stirred so that the water is blended with
water proofing compound well.

(iv)

The quantity of blended water thus prepared should only be used per batch of dry cement mortar/dry
cement to make slurry to be used for water-proofing works to achieve the best results.

Note: Use of cement mixed with water-proofing compound is referred as blended cement in this chapter
which shall mean use of water proofing compound in powder/liquid form for use in cement mortar/slurry.
55.A.4:
(i)

55.A.5:

Rough Shahabad stone:

The stone slabs to be used for this item shall be carefully selected for uniform thickness. Stones with varying
thicknesses shall not be permitted to be used. Unless otherwise specified, the size of rough Shahabad stone
shall not be less than 300x300mm and thickness 22mm (+/-) 3mm.
Preparation of Cement Slurry
Cement slurry normally prepared and used on general building works with just 1.50 to 2 kg of cement to cover
an area of one sqm shall not be applicable for such works instead it should have thick honey like consistency.
Each time only that much quantity of slurry shall be prepared which can be covered on the surface and the
surface in turn would be covered with 25 mm thick cement mortar base within half an hour. Slurry prepared
and remained un-used for more than half an hour shall be totally rejected.

55.A.6:

Preparation of Cement Mortar

The cement mortar 1:3 (1 blended cement : 3 sand) shall be prepared with cement / water duly blended.
Each time only that much quantity of cement mortar that can be consumed within half an hour, shall be
prepared. Any quantity of cement mortar that is prepared and remains unused for more than half an hour
shall be totally rejected.

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55.A.7:

Laying Water Proofing Course

(1) First layer : 25 mm thick Base Course in Cement mortar 1:3
(i)

Before laying the first course of cement mortar 1:3 base the lean concrete surface shall be cleaned
neatly with water and cement slurry shall be applied only on the area of the concrete surface, that
can be covered with the cement mortar (1:3) base course within half an hour.

(ii)

The cement slurry should cover every spot of the surface and no place shall remain uncovered.

(iii)

Just after the application of cement slurry on the surface, the cement mortar should be used for
laying the base course.

(iv)

For laying base course to a perfect level at least 3 Nos. 25mm high wooden strips with 3 legs shall
be placed on the concrete surface at suitable distances and the cement mortar shall be laid to the
exact level of the strips and tamped gently. The top surface should be finished neatly and later
scratched when green with a suitable instrument.

(v)

Before the base course dries and gets hard that is just before the base course takes up initial set,
the 2nd layer of Shahabad stone/slab cladding shall be taken up immediately.

Note : As far as possible work of different layers of this water proofing treatment shall be taken up in
immediate succession without allowing any time gap in between the layers, otherwise it would be difficult to
achieve homogenous treatment, which is the basic necessity.
(2). Second layer : Shahabad stone.
(i)

When the 25 mm thick base course is just getting set the cement slurry should be spread over the base
course up to the area that shall be covered with just two to three stone slabs.

(ii)

The Cement slurry shall be spread in such a way that the area of base course to be covered immediately shall
be covered with slurry without any gap, or dry spots.

(iii)

Each time only the area that is required to clad two to three stone slabs shall be taken up for spreading the
slurry and only after fixing the stone slabs over the slurry further area shall be taken up.

(iv)

Immediately on applying cement slurry on the base course the Shahabad stone slabs shall be laid over the
base course and pressed gently so that the air gap can be removed.

(v)

The slurry applied on the surface which gets spread when the stone slab is pressed shall get accumulated in
the joints of adjacent stone slabs and if any gap still remains between the stone slabs the same should also
be filled with additional quantity of cement slurry.

(vi)

For laying the stone slabs in perfect level, two slabs at adjacent corners/ends shall be fixed firmly to the
required level and a string stretched over the two slabs, the intermediate slabs shall then be set to the level of
the string.
(3). Third layer : 25 mm thick course in cement mortar 1:3
(i)
On filling all the joints of the Shahabad stone slabs with cement slurry and after a gap of 6 to 8 hours the
area of stone slabs shall be cladded with cement mortar 1:3.
(ii)
The surface of stone slabs shall be cleaned and lightly watered. The cement mortar (1:3) shall be used
for laying this course, no cement slurry need be used and the mortar can be laid on the slab surface
directly.
(iii)
For laying this course in perfect level, 25mm high wooden strips with legs used for laying base course
shall be used and the top surface shall be finished smooth without using additional cement or slurry.
(4). Fourth Layer : Top Finish with Stone Aggregates 10 to 12 mm Size
rd
(i)
Immediately after laying 3 course and before the cladded mortar takes the initial set, stone aggregate of
10mm to 12mm nominal size shall be pressed into the finished surface @ 8 cudm/sqm.
(ii)
The aggregates though embedded shall be clearly visible on the surface, i.e. the stone aggregates shall
not be embedded totally inside the mortar.
Note: This treatment is provided over the surfaces which are originally in slope or in level & no attempt
under any circumstances shall be made to provide any slope by altering the 25 mm thickness of base
course, to lay the water-proofing course in slope.
In case a slope is to be provided for the water proofing layer on a surface which is in perfect level, grading
with additional cement concrete/cement mortar shall be provided and then the water-proofing layer shall
be laid on the graded surface.

55.A.8:

Curing

(a) Water Proofing on Lean Concrete Surface

Immediately after completing the fourth layer, arrangements shall be made to lay the top RCC slab as quickly as
possible and in the mean time till the top slab is concreted the water proofing treatment shall be kept wet continuously.
In case the concreting of slab gets delayed for more than 2 weeks the curing can be stopped after 14 days.
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(b) Water Proofing on Horizontal Surface of the offset of floor slab.

The water proofing treatment done on the offset of the floor slab shall be kept wet continuously for 14 days minimum.
55.A.9: Measurement: Length and breadth shall be measured along the finished surface correct to a cm and area
shall be worked out to nearest 0.01 sqm.
55.A.10: Rate: The rate shall include the cost of labour & materials involved in all the operations described above.

55.B: ON VERTICAL SURFACES

The vertical water proofing treatment either from inside or outside shall be undertaken only when the entire work is
structurally complete.
55.B.1:

Preparing the Surface and Providing Ancillary Arrangements.

(i)

The surface of the structure to be treated shall be roughened properly either by raking joints when the
mortar is still green in case of brick/stone masonry structures, or by hacking the cement concrete
surface with a specially made hacking tool just after removing the shuttering.

(ii)

In case the raking joints/hacking concrete surface is not done properly the only alternative method to
make the surface rough by Spatter dash key (a special hacking tool), which shall be done by the
contractor without any extra cost.

(iii)

For doing the water proofing treatment from outside or inside, al-round scaffolding shall be erected
which shall be strong enough to support the stone slabs . Also proper strong scaffold boards, strong
ladders and coir ropes shall be made available for using while erecting the stone slabs. Similarly,
while doing the water proofing to vertical faces from inside, a particular care shall be taken to see that
the water proofing layer of floor slab is not get damaged while resting the vertical props of scaffolding.
As a precaution it is advised to rest the bellies on the strong and proper size sole piece placed on the
horizontal water proofing treatment of the floor slab.

(iv)

Alternatively water proofing for vertical surface shall be provided before horizontal floor slab water
proofing. In order to arrest any leakage through junction of vertical/horizontal water proofing, a proper
haunch in cement concrete shall be provided.

(ii)

For the stone slabs that are used for arresting the leakages, while executing this type of water
proofing treatment, the first and foremost mandatory condition is that the number of joints in the
portion covered by the stone slabs shall be minimum and this condition can be achieved only by using
the maximum possible size of stone slabs. Normally the size of stone slabs used for the purpose is
600 x 600mm x 900mm each stone slab weighing approximately 16 kg and 25 kg respectively.

(iii)

The Rough Stone slabs used for such works though are basically rough on the surface still that much
roughness will not be sufficient for the stone slabs to remain in vertical position held by cement slurry.
Therefore the grip for the stone slabs has to be increased and this can easily be done by planting
12mm to 15mm nominal size stone aggregate fixed with araldite on the face of each stone slab.

(v)

A 20mm thick clear gap has to be formed between the masonry/concrete surface and the stone slabs
erected in vertical position for pouring the cement slurry. This gap can be maintained by fixing with
araldite the 20mm x 20mm cover blocks made out of rich cement mortar on the four corners of the
stone slabs and also at centre.

55.B.2:

Preparation of Cement Mortar (1:4)

Cement mortar shall be prepared as explained above except that the proportion shall be 1:4 (1
Blended Cement : 4 Coarse sand) instead of 1:3.

55.B.3:

Fixing Water Proofing Courses on Vertical Surfaces.

Note :

(i) Normally the item of work prescribes executing the first layer as base course with Cement slurry,
second layer fixing rough Shahabad stone slab, third layer as plastering the surface and the fourth
layer as finishing surface with neat cement punning, but in actual execution, a gap of 20mm width has
to be formed for pouring cement slurry. The 20mm wide gap can be formed by erecting the 20 mm
thick Shahabad slab at a distance of 20 mm from the Masonry/concrete surface, over which the
cement slurry is to be cladded and can be termed as first step for construction.
(ii)

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i.e. as laid in particular serial and not as actually formed later. To avoid confusion and to distinguish
between the two different layers laid and the actual work executed, actual working is termed as Step
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Step I: Erecting Shahabad Stone Slab forming 20mm wide gap.

(i)

The Shahabad Stone slab duly fixed with 20 x 20 mm cover blocks and 12 to 15mm size stone
aggregate on the surface shall be erected against the masonry/concrete surface to be treated by
abutting the 20mm thick cover block against the surface, thus forming a clear gap of 20 mm.

(ii)

The stone slabs thus erected shall be supported with ballies/pipes to the scaffolding already erected
for the purpose.

(iii)

The joints of stone slabs shall be temporarily closed from outside with cement mortar so that the
cement slurry poured in the gap does not escape through the joints. The bottom portion of the stone
slabs shall also be closed with cement mortar.

(iv)

While erecting the stone slabs, proper care shall be taken to see that stone slabs are of uniform size.
In case similar width slabs are used, it shall be ensured that these are not fixed at the corners but the
same should be at the middle portion.

(v)

Interlinking of the Shahabad Stones of horizontal layer of water proofing with this vertical layer of
water proofing shall be done very carefully, as per standard practice.

(vi)

The Stone slabs shall be erected in perfect plumb and fixed in position and it will be considered as 2
layer of water proofing on completion.

(vii)

Further lifts of Shahabad Stone slabs up to the full height of the masonry/ concrete wall shall be
erected only after filling the gap of each lift erected, with cement slurry.

nd

Step II :

Filling Cement Slurry in the gap formed by erecting Shahabad Stone Slabs:

(i)

When the first lift of stone slabs are erected and checked to be in perfect plumb, cement slurry shall
be poured in the gap till the gap is filled completely.

(ii)

The further filling of slurry in the second lift shall be done when the second lift of stone slabs are
nd
st
erected in position and thus the work on 2 and 1 layer of the item shall be completed
simultaneously till the cladding over the entire height of the wall is complete.

(iii)

Thus on completion of filling cement slurry and erecting stone slabs for the entire height of the wall, it
can be considered that the first layer (i.e the layer of cement slurry) and the second layer (i.e. the
layer of erecting Rough Shahabad Stone Slabs) is complete as per the item.
rd

Step III : 3 Layer: Plastering Over 2

nd

layer with Cement Mortar 1:4 (1 Blended Cement : 4 Sand)

(i)

Immediately on completion of the work of cladding the entire masonry/ concrete wall with Shahabad
Stone slabs, the cement mortar applied over the joints shall be removed and the joints exposed. The
entire surface shall be cleaned with water neatly to start the plastering work.

(ii)

Cement mortar 1:4 (1blended cement : 4 coarse sand) shall be used for the purpose. Care shall be
taken to see that the 20mm thickness of cement plaster over the entire surface is maintained
correctly.

(iii)

The work of plastering shall be taken up immediately on completion of cladding the wall surface,
rather it should be a continuous process from the day of starting the erection of stone slabs till the
finishing work of plastering is done.

(iv)

The plastering shall be done from top to bottom without leaving any joint. As far as possible the joints
in plaster shall be minimum. In case a joint has to be left to continue the work on the subsequent day,
cement slurry shall be applied over the entire joint, and then only the further work of plastering shall
be taken up.

Step IV:
(i)

4th Layer: Finishing with Neat Cement Punning:

When the surface of plastering is still green, the cement slurry shall be applied over the plastered
surface and the surface shall be finished neatly to a smooth surface with specially made semi
rounded thapis. The surface should show a smooth and neat finish without any undulations.

55.B.4: Curing and Testing: On completion of water proofing course from outside, the tank shall be cleaned from
inside, scaffoldings shall be removed and tank is gradually filled with water for testing, which shall commence
within two or three days. The exposed faces of the water proofing course shall be kept wet for 14 days. No back
filling shall be done before expiry of 14 days from the date of completing the water proofing course from outside.

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55.B.5: Measurement: Length, width/height shall be measured along the finished surface correct to a cm and the
area shall be worked out correct to nearest 0.01 sqm.

55.B.6: Rate: The rate shall include the cost of all labour and materials involved in all the operations described above
and for all heights.

55.C: The only difference between treatment of horizontal and vertical surfaces is the thickness and the type of
treatment per layer that is to be provided. The same is tabulated below for clear understanding:
Horizontal Surfaces

Vertical Surfaces

Layers

Details of Layer

Thickness

Layers

Details of Layer

Thickness

First
Layer

25mm thick base course

in C.M 1:3

25mm

First
layer

Base course with

cement slurry

20mm

Second
Layer

Shahabad Stone Slab

22(+/-)
3mm

Second
Layer

Shahabad
Slab

Stone

22(+/-)
3mm

Third
Layer

Finishing with CM 1:3

25mm

Third
Layer

Plastering II Layer
with CM 1:4

20MM

Fourth
Layer

Embedding 10 to 12mm
Aggregates in third layer

Fourth
Layer

Punning with neat

cement

Total Thickness

---72 (+/-)
3mm

Total Thickness

--62 (+/-)
3mm

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56.

EXPANSION JOINTS :

56.1 SCOPE OF WORK :

The work contemplated under these specifications consist of supplying the expansion joint fiber boards,
sealing compound, aluminium plates etc. strictly as per these specifications and relevant drawings.
56.2 MATERIALS :
Materials for expansion joint filler boards shall be of best quality bitumen impregnated performed non-extruding,
resilient type of specified thickness in the standard sizes available.
The sealing compound to close the gaps at the edges shall be of best quality rubberized bituminous hot pour,
made from special grades of bitumen and shall not show flowing tendency in hot weather and is resilient in the cold
weather. The liquid primer shall be made from blown grade bitumen of approved quality.
The aluminium plates for fixing at floor level shall be of specified size and out of extruded sections, free from
any rolling defects.
The aluminium sheet for fixing at bottom of beams or sides of columns shall be of specified size without any
defects.
56.3 PREPARATION OF SURFACES :
All the concrete surfaces already cast and where the expansion joint is to be formed, shall be properly
cleaned off all dirt, mortar/concrete sticking, dust etc. One coat of primer shall be applied by brush to the entire
concrete surface, just prior to the next concreting.
56.4 WORKMANSHIP :
Soon after the primer is applied, the filler board shall be placed at the side and held tight with the concrete
surface, by suitable means. Care shall be taken that the boards do not get damaged or warped during all the
operations. Utmost care shall also be taken to ensure that the board is held tightly to the concrete surface and no
stone chip, concrete etc. is allowed to splash between the board and the existing concrete surface against which
the board is placed.
After the deshuttering, the surface shall be cleaned off all grit, mortar, cement plaster etc. and edges filled with
the sealing compound, and properly pressed to render smooth and uniform surface.
If desired by the Engineer-in-charge, the aluminium plates/sheets of specified thickness and sizes shall be
fixed to under side/above beams. The plates shall have round holes at 300 mm. c/c. of required diameter on one side
of joint through which screws shall be fixed into the concrete. On the other side, slotted holes at 300 mm. c/c
shall be provided so that when screwed, these shall render smooth movement of plates during
expansion/contraction. The plates shall be fixed correctly to required level, line, plumb etc. and as directed by the
Engineer-in-charge.
In case of plates fixed on floors, they shall be fixed when floor mortar screed is laid to required level over
the expansion joint duly filled up with sealing compound.
In case of roof, the expansion joint in beams placed vertically, shall be extended upwards, when RC/Brick
masonry curbing is laid to the desired height (approximate 450 mm.) over which horizontal flat board is laid to the
extent of 150 mm., or so as shown in drawing as per procedure laid down here- in- before.
56.5 MODE OF MEASUREMENT :
Unless otherwise mentioned, all the vertical and horizontal expansion joints in columns and beams
shall be measured in a net area in sqm. actually laid at site. The length and breadth shall be measured correct upto
half centimeter. The aluminium plates/sheets shall be measured in running metres correct upto half centimeter, the
width being specified in the item.
The rate shall include the cost of all materials, labour, transport, making holes in plates, grouting, making
good the surface etc. all operations required to complete the job.

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57.

RAILING, BALUSTERS AND NEWELS :

57.1 SCOPE OF WORK AND GENERAL : The item refers to supplying and fixing in position composite
hand railing for staircase, open area, balcony, corridor etc. at different floors, levels and locations.
57.2 MATERIALS : The class and quality of wood to be used for hand railing and workmanship shall comply
with the requirements specified in wood work wrought and put up and also comply with the I.S. specifications.
M.S. balusters, grills, M.S. flat frame work and runners to be used in hand railing, their quality, workmanship etc.
shall comply with requirements specified in manufacture of M.S. grills, and standard practice adopted in fabrication
of structural steel work and also comply with I.S. specification.
57.3 SAMPLES : Before taking up fabrication and erection on mass scale, the sample of railing materials being
used etc. shall be got approved by the Engineer-in-charge.
57.4 FABRICATION : The fabrication of wooden hand rail shall follow the standard specification for wood
work. The wooden handrail shall be in single piece per flight panel, moulded, shaped and finished to required
dimensions as shown in drawing and as directed by the Engineer-in-charge. The hand railing shall be secured
perfectly to line, slope and level to M.S. flat runners, balusters, newels and posts. M.S. grill, balusters, M.S. flat frame
work fabricated as per the drawing and shall be strictly according to the specifications specified in manufacturing
of M.S. grills and structural steel work. M.S. balusters, newels, M.S. flat frame work and posts as the case may
be, shall be fabricated in a workman like manner.
57.5 FIXING/ERECTION : M.S. Balusters, newels, posts, M.S. flat frame work manufactured as per drawing
and as per approved sample, shall be firmly fixed in the pockets left for fixing of balusters or weld to main steel of
waist slab or landing slab or weld to the inserts left for fixing of balusters, posts etc. as shown in the drawing.
Necessary cover plates at the base of the balusters shall be provided after grouting the balusters duly kept in
position. The hand railing shall follow the inclination of stair in case of stair-case and shall be perfectly in line, level
and plumb for all other railings. Any damage caused to treads/risers while fixing of balusters, posts, railings etc., the
damaged tread and riser shall be removed and replaced by new ones at no extra cost. Railing shall be joined in
lengths with plain butt joints, dowelled and held together by hand rails, bolts, clamps and M.S. frame work.
57.6 MODE OF MEASUREMENT : Hand railing shall be measured for payment in running meters. The
length shall be measured along the top centre line of the hand rail and shall be measured between ends of
balusters, newels posts as the case may be upto two places of a decimal. Rate to include fabrication, leaving
suitable pockets, grouting the same, fixing, all labour, materials, transporting, painting, polishing, finishing,
scaffolding if necessary and as described in the schedule of quantities.
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58.

RUBBER / P.V.C. WATER STOPS:

58.1 GENERAL: The corrugated Rubber/PVC water stops with centre bulb of specified width, shall be of
approved manufacture and shall satisfy all the normal tests such as tensile strength, elongation etc.
58.2 SAMPLE : A sample of Rubber/PVC water stops shall be got approved from the Engineer-in-charge
before procurement of bulk quantity.
58.3 PLACING IN POSITION : The water stops shall be provided in available maximum length and as far as
possible, jointing shall be avoided. All the joints when unavoidable, shall be field jointed for water tightness as per
manufacturers specifications.
The water stops shall be positioned with suitable temporary supports so as to render adequate rigidity to
the water stops while concreting. The exposed surfaces of water stops revealed after first concreting shall be
cleaned thoroughly of all the droppings, mortar splashing, timber scantlings sticking etc. before the next pour of
concrete is taken up in hand. Any damage caused to water stops shall be made good by the contractor at his own
cost.
58.4 MODE OF MEASUREMENT : The mode of measurements shall be in running meter, of water stop
actually laid without any allowance for laps, wastage etc., measured correct to one centimetre.
Rate shall include supply, transport, fixing, welding, supporting arrangements, cleaning etc. all as described above.

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59.

DISMANTLING AND DEMOLITION :

59.1 SCOPE OF WORK :

The work envisaged under this sub-head is for dismantling and demolition of brick masonry in cement/lime
mortar, reinforced cement concrete works, removing wooden chowkhats of doors, wooden or steel windows.
59.2 GENERAL :
The term Dismantling implies carefully taking up or down and removing without damage. This shall consist of
dismantling one or more parts of the building as specified or shown on the drawings.
The term Demolition implies taking up or down or breaking up. This shall consist of demolishing whole or part
of work including all relevant items as specified or shown on drawings.
59.3 PRECAUTIONS :
Necessary propping, shoring and/or underpinning shall be provided for the safety of the adjoining work or
property, which is to be left in tact, before dismantling and demolishing is taken up and the work shall be carried
out in such a way that no damage is caused to the adjoining work or property.
Wherever required, temporary enclosures or partitions shall also be provided.
Necessary precautions shall be taken to keep the dust- nuisance down as and when necessary.
Dismantling shall be commenced in a systematic manner. All materials which are likely to be damaged by
dropping from a height or demolishing roofs, masonry etc., shall be carefully dismantled first. The dismantled
articles shall be passed by hand where necessary and lowered to the ground and not thrown. The materials then
be properly stacked as directed by the Engineer-in-charge.
All materials obtained from dismantling or demolition shall be the property of the Government unless otherwise
specified and shall be kept in safe custody until handed over to the Engineer-in-charge.
Any serviceable material, obtained during dismantling or demolition shall be separated out and stacked
properly as indicated by the Engineer-in-charge within a lead of 150 m. or as specified in the item. All under
serviceable materials, rubbish etc. shall be disposed off as directed by the Engineer-in-charge.
59.4 TREATMENT :
All the dismantled area shall be rendered clean off all debris, dust etc. The sides of jambs, sills, soffits etc. of
the openings if any, after taking out doors and window chowkhats, unless and otherwise to be treated, shall be
plastered in C.M. 1:3 with neeru finish to render true sides, corners, edges etc.
59.5. MODE OF MEASUREMENT :
59.5.1 Brick Masonry & R.C.C. Works : The measurement of brick masonry with or without plaster/painting
shall be taken correct to a centimeter and volume calculated in cubic metres upto two places of decimal.
59.5.2 Doors and Windows : Dismantling of doors and windows (wooden or steel) shall be
enumerated. Removal of chowkhats (frame works) shall include (unless otherwise separately mentioned for
removing shutters only), the removal of shutters along with architraves, beadings, fittings and fastenings along with
frames.
59.5.3 Roof Terracing : Dismantling of roof waterproofing treatment shall be measured in square metre
area. .Length and breadth shall be measured correct to a centimeter between parapets. No separate
measurement shall be taken for gola and khurrah etc.
59.6 RATES :
The rate shall include cost of all such operations mentioned above including necessary labour, materials,
transport, scaffolding, stacking the serviceable materials, disposing the unserviceable materials within the lead
specified, all as directed by the Engineer-in-charge.

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60.

ROAD AND PAVEMENTS :

SCOPE OF WORK :
The work contemplated under these specifications refers to Earth work in Excavation, Forming Embankments,
Soling, W.B.M., Bituminous Macadam, Wearing Course/Sealing Coat etc. for road and pavement works.
Approximate quantities of materials to be used in the work are listed below for reference:
SN

MATERIAL

DESCRIPTION

CONSUMPTION

i)

Soling stone

a) for 230 mm. thick consolidated thickness

2.65 cum./10 sqm

b) for 150 mm. thick consolidated thickness

1.725 cum./10 sqm.

ii)

Stone aggregate 50 mm. nominal

size

for 75 mm. thick consolidated W.B.M.

0.975 cum./10 sqm.

iii)

Murrum

for 75 mm. thick consolidated W.B.M

0.305 cum./10 sqm

iv)

Bituminous macadam

for premix carpets for 38 mm. consolidated

thickness

11 sqm./mt.

v)

Seal coat (Bituminous concrete

for wearing course)

for 12 mm. consolidated thickness

33 sqm./mt.

60.1 EARTH WORK IN EXCAVATION :

The specifications for Earth work under chapter - 1, specified here-in-before shall hold good as far as they
are applicable.
60.2 FORMING EMBANKMENT :
The work shall include preliminaries of clearing site, setting out and preparing the ground and there after
forming embankment for the roads, paths etc. with approved material available form excavations under this contract
(excavation paid separately under respective items) or elsewhere, spreading in layers, watering and compacting to
the required density and lines, curves, grades, camber and cross section and dimensions shown in the plan or as
directed by the Engineer-in-Charge. When the embankment is to be laid on hill sides or slopes, the existing
slopes are to be ploughed deeply. If the cross slopes are steeper than 1 in 3, steps with reverse slope shall be cut
into the slopes to give proper hold and seating to the bank as directed by the Engineer-in-Charge. The top 15 cm. of
soil shall be scarified and watered if directed and compacted to the same density as specified for the embankment
before any material is laid for the embankment work.
Only the approved excavated earth shall be placed in the embankments in successive horizontal layers not
exceeding 200 mm. extending to the full width of the embankment including the slopes at the level of the particular
layer and 30 cm. more on both sides to allow compaction of the full specified section. The extra loose stuff at the
edges shall be trimmed later after completion of the bank work without extra cost leaving the correct section fully
compacted.
Keeping the width of the bank initially less and widening it later by dumping loose earth on the slopes shall not
be permitted as the additional width and slopes will remain loose and uncompacted. Similar procedure to
extend the embankment by dumping the material longitudinally shall also not be allowed. Each layer of the
embankment shall be watered, levelled and compacted as specified here-in-after, before the succeeding layers are
placed. The surface of the embankment shall at all times during construction, be maintained in such a manner so
as to prevent ponding. Water to be used shall be free from all harmful elements which may cause efflorescence etc.
and approved by the Engineer-in-Charge.
If the material for embankment contains moisture less than the optimum moisture, water shall be added in the
100 mm. layers of the embankment to bring moisture uniformly upto requirement. If the excavated material contain
more than required moisture, it shall be allowed to dry until the moisture is reduced to required extent. If due
to the wetness, the moisture content of the soil cannot be reduced to the appropriate amount by exposure,
embankment work shall be suspended till suitable conditions prevail at no extra claim/compensation.
When loose layer is levelled manually or mechanically and moistened or dried to a uniform moisture content
suitable for maximum compaction, it shall be compacted by 8 to 10 tonne power roller or sheep foot rollers or
heavy hauling or dozing equipment to give the specified 90% of the proctor density. If on testing, the density is found
to be less than 90% of the proctor density, the contractor shall do additional compaction necessary to get the
specified density after adding water if required. If the density cannot be improved by such reasonable efforts, the
work may be accepted as substandard work by the Engineer-in-Charge, if he thinks it is not harmful for the
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purpose and paid for at a reduced rate. Test shall be made to determine the maximum density of the material to
be used by the proctor method before starting the work. Density test shall be carried out for the embankment work
during the progress of the work. One set of three core samples for every 1000 sqm. (about 1000 sq.yd.) area of each
layer of embankment work shall be taken and tested. The average density shall not be less than 90% of the
proctor density, obtained in the laboratory.
Arrangement for obtaining the samples and transporting the same to laboratory, shall be made by the contractor
at his own cost.
Embankment not accessible to rollers, such as those adjoining bridges, culverts and other works shall be
carried out independently of the main embankments and shall have the layers placed in 150 mm. to 200 mm.
height and each layer shall be moistened and thoroughly compacted with mechanical or manual tamper. Before
placing the next layer, the surface of the under layer shall be moistened and scarified so as to provide a
satisfactory bond with the next layer.
The embankment shall be finished and dressed smooth and even, in conformity with the alignment levels and
cross sections and dimensions shown on the drawing. On curves, section shall be provided with super elevation and
increased width, as shown on the plans as directed by the Engineer-in-Charge.
Joining of old and new embankments shall be done by stepping in an overall slope of about 1 to 5.
The contractor shall be responsible for maintaining the embankment work in satisfactory conditions at his own
cost till finally accepted including making good any damage.
MEASUREMENT AND RATE :
The contract rate shall be per cubic metre of the finished embankment. Measurements shall normally be taken by
taking cross sections at suitable intervals. The measurements of the section shall be limited to the dimensions shown
on the drawing or those ordered by the Engineer-in-Charge in writing. The sectional area shall be worked out correct
upto two places of decimal of square metre and the quantity worked out to two places of decimal of cubic metre on
lines similar to those specified for earth work here-in-before.
60.2A SUB GRADE :
Preparation of Sub-Grade : The surface of the formation for a width of sub-base, which shall be as per drawing
shall first be cut to a depth equal to the combine depth of sub-base and surface courses below the proposed finished
level (due allowance being made for consolidation). It shall then be cleaned of all foreign substances. Any ruts or
soft yielding patches that appear due to improper drainage conditions, traffic hauling or from any other cause, shall be
corrected and the sub-grade dressed off parallel to finished profile.
Consolidation : The sub-grade shall be consolidated with a power road roller of 8 to 12 tonnes. The roller shall
run over the sub-grade till the soil is evenly and densely consolidated and behaves as an elastic mass (the roller shall
pass a minimum of 5 runs on the sub-grade). All undulations in the surface that develop due to rolling shall be made
good with fresh material or quarry spoils as the case may be and the sub-grade is rerolled.
Surface Regularity : The finished surface shall be uniform and conform to the lines, grades and typical cross
sections shown in the drawings. When tested with the template and straight edge, the variation shall be within the
tolerances specified in the Table below :
PERMISSIBLE TOLERANCES OF SURFACE REGULARITY
Longitudinal profile

Cross profile

Maximum permissible undulation when measured with

a 3 metre straight edge template.

Maximum permissible variation from specified profile

when measured with a camber-

24mm

15mm

Where the surface irregularity of the sub-grade falls outside the specified tolerances, the contractor shall be liable
to rectify these with fresh material or quarry spoils as the case may be, and the sub grade rerolled to the satisfaction of
the Engineer-in-charge.
Measurement & Rate : The length and width shall be measured correct to a cm. The area shall be worked out
in square metre, correct to two places of decimal. The rate shall include the cost of materials and labour required for
all the operations mentioned above, unless specified otherwise.
60.3 SUB-BASES :
60.3.1: Water Bound Macadam Sub-base with stone aggregate : Stone aggregate of size 90 mm to 45 mm
shall be used. This consists of clean crushed coarse aggregate mechanically interlocked by rolling using power road
roller of 8 to 10 tonnes and voids thereof filled with screening and blinding material with the assistance of water, laid
on a prepared sub-grade/sub-base.

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SPECIFICATIONS FOR LAYING :

Quantities of Materials : Quantities of coarse aggregate, screening & blinding material required to be stacked
for 100 mm appx. compacted thickness of WBM sub-base course for 10 Sqm. shall be as per table given below:
Coarse Aggregate

Stone Screenings

Classification

Size Range

Net Qty.

Grading/Classifi
cation and size

Net Qty

Grading - I

90mm to 45mm

1.2 Cum. to
1.28 Cum

Type A 13.2 mm

0.27 Cum. to
0.30 Cum

Blinding
materials

0.08 Cum. to
0.10 Cum.

NOTE : Net Quantity = Loose Quantity measured in stack minus 7.5%

Preparation of Foundation : In the case of an existing unsurfaced road, where new materials is to be laid, the
surface shall be scarified and reshaped to the required grade, camber and shape as necessary. Weak places shall be
strengthened, corrugations removed and depressions and pot holes made good with suitable materials, before
spreading the aggregate for W.B.M.
Spreading Aggregate : The coarse aggregate shall be spread uniformly and evenly upon the prepared base in
required quantities with a twisting motion to avoid segregation. In no case shall these be dumped in heaps directly on
the area where these are to be laid nor shall their hauling over a partly completed base be permitted. The aggregates
shall be spread uniformly to proper profile by using templates placed across the road six metres apart. Where
specified, approved mechanical devices may be used to spread the aggregates uniformly. The levels along the
longitudinal direction upon which the metal shall be laid, shall be first obtained at site to the satisfaction of Engineer-incharge and these shall be adhered to.
The surface of the aggregate spread shall be carefully trued up and all high or low spots remedied by removing
or adding aggregate as may be required.
The W.B.M. sub-base shall be normally constructed in layers of 115 mm compacted thickness. No segregation
of large or fine particles shall be allowed and the coarse aggregate as spread shall be of uniform gradation with no
pockets of fine material.
The coarse aggregate shall normally not be spread in lengths exceeding three days average work ahead of the
rolling and blending of the proceeding section.
Rolling : Immediately following the spreading of the coarse aggregate, it shall be compacted to the full width by
rolling with either a three-wheel power roller of 8 to 10 tonnes capacity or an equivalent vibratory roller. Initially, light
rolling is to be done which shall be discontinued when the aggregate is partially compacted with sufficient void space
in them to permit application of screenings.
The rolling shall begin from the edges with the roller running forward and backward and adding the screenings
simultaneously until the edges have been firmly compacted. The roller shall then progress gradually from the edges
to the centre, parallel to the centre line of the road and overlapping uniformly each preceding rear wheel track by one
half width and shall continue until the entire area of the course has been rolled by the rear wheel. Rolling shall
continue until the road metal is thoroughly keyed with no creeping of metal ahead of the roller. Only slight sprinkling of
water may be done during rolling, if required. On super elevated curves, the rolling shall proceed from the lower edge
and progress gradually continuing towards the upper edge of the pavement.
Rolling shall not be done when the sub-grade is soft or yielding or when the rolling causes a wave like motion in
the sub-base or sub-grade. When rolling develops irregularities that exceed 12 mm when tested with a three metre
straight edge, the irregular surface shall be loosened and then aggregate added to or removed from it as required and
the area rolled until it gives a uniform surface conforming to the desired cross-section and grade. The surface shall
also be checked transversely by template for camber and any irregularities corrected in the manner described above.
In no case shall the use of screenings to make up depressions be permitted.
Application of Screenings : After the coarse aggregate has been lightly rolled to the required true surface,
screenings shall be applied gradually over the surface to completely fill the interstices. Dry rolling shall be continued
while the screenings are being spread so that the jarring effect of the roller causes them to settle into the voids of the
coarse aggregates. The screenings shall not be dumped in piles on the coarse aggregate but shall be spread
uniformly in successive thin layers either by the spreading motion of the hand, shovels or a mechanical spreader.
The screenings shall be applied at a slow rate (in three or more applications) so as to ensure filling of all voids.
Rolling and brooming shall continue with the spreading of the screenings. Either mechanical brooms or hand brooms
or both may be used. In no case shall the screenings be applied, so fast and thick as to form cakes, ridges on the
surface making the filling of voids difficult, or to prevent the direct bearing of the roller on the coarse aggregates. The
spreading, rolling and brooming of screenings shall be performed on sections which can be completed within one
days operation and shall continue until no more screenings can be forced into the voids of the coarse aggregate.
Damp and wet screenings shall not be used under any circumstances.
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Sprinkling and Grouting : After spreading the screening and rolling, the surface shall be copiously sprinkled
with water, swept and rolled. Hand brooms shall be used to sweep the wet screening into the voids and to distribute
them evenly. The sprinkling, sweeping and rolling operations shall be continued and additional screenings applied
where necessary until the coarse aggregates are well bonded and firmly set for the entire depth and until a grout has
been formed of screenings and water that will fill all voids and form a wave of grout ahead of the wheels of the roller.
The quantity of water to be used during the construction shall not be excessive so as to cause damage to the subbase or sub-grade.
Application of Blinding Material : After the application of screenings and rolling, a suitable blinding material
shall be applied at a uniform and slow rate in two or more successive thin layers. After each application of blinding
material, the surface shall be copiously sprinkled with water and the resulting slurry swept-in with hand brooms or
mechanical brooms or both so as to fill the voids properly. The surface shall then be rolled by a 8-10 tonne roller,
water being applied to the wheels in order to wash down the blinding material that may get stuck to the wheels. The
spreading of blinding material, sprinkling of water, sweeping with brooms and rolling shall continue until the slurry that
is formed well, after filling the voids form a wave ahead of wheels of the moving roller.
Setting and Drying : After final compaction of the course, the road shall be allowed to cure overnight. Next
morning defective spots shall be filled with screenings or blinding material, lightly sprinkled with water, if necessary
and rolled. No traffic shall be allowed till the macadam sets.
Surface Evenness : The surface evenness of completed W.B.M. sub-base in the longitudinal and transverse
directions shall be as specified in the table given below:
Size of coarse aggregates

45-90 mm

Longitudinal profile

Cross profile

Max. permissible undulation when

measured with a 3 M straight edge

Max. permissible undulation when

measured with a camber template

15 mm

12 mm

The longitudinal profile shall be checked with a 3 M long straight edge at the middle of each traffic lane along a
line parallel to the centre line of the road. The transverse profile shall be checked with a series of three camber
boards at intervals of 10 M.
Rectification of Defective Construction : Where the surface irregularity of the WBM sub-base course exceeds
the tolerances specified in the table given above or where the course is otherwise defective due to sub-grade soil
mixing with the aggregates, the layer to its full thickness shall be scarified over the affected area, reshaped with added
material or removed and replaced with fresh material as applicable, and re-compacted. The area treated in the aforesaid
manner shall not be less than 10 Sqm. In no case shall depressions be filled up with screenings and blinding material.
Measurements & Rate : The length and breadth shall be taken to the nearest centimetre and thickness to the
nearest half centimetre. The consolidated cubical contents shall be calculated in cubic metres correct to two places of
decimals. The rate shall include the cost of all labour and materials involved in all the operations described above.

60.3.2 RUBBLE SOLING :

Rubble soling for road work including foot paths, culverts, side drains etc. shall be carried out as specified here-inbefore under Chapter for Rubble stone soling, so far as they are applicable, with the following additions:
Subgrade for soling shall be prepared by cleaning of all foreign substances including rank vegetation, if any. Any
ruts or soft yielding places that appear due to improper drainage conditions, traffic, hauling or from any other
cause, shall be corrected by filling/cutting upto 150 mm. and compacted and the subgrade dressed off parallel to
the finished profile and the same shall be approved by the Engineer-in-Charge, before laying of soling. Soling shall
be laid in regular lines and staggered joints. The stones shall be laid as closely as possible and packed well. The
stones shall be so laid as to have their bases and the largest area resting on the subgrade and in contact with each
other.
Soling shall be laid to proper gradient and camber which shall be checked frequently to ensure accuracy. Rolling
shall then be carried out by a 8 to 10 tonne power roller and soling consolidated properly shall be lightly sprinkled
during rolling, if ordered by the Engineer-in-Charge.
The surface thus prepared shall first be passed by the Engineer-in-Charge, after which 40 mm. to 50 mm. thick
layer of selected hard murrum available from excavation shall be spread over the soling as directed by the Engineerin-Charge, and rolled again such that the hard murrum gets into the interstices. It shall, however, be ensured that a
thin layer of murrum/grit shall remain on the finished surface of soling.

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The area of soling actually done of specified consolidated thickness limiting to the dimensions as per drawing,
shall be measured in square metre upto two decimal places.
60.4 WATER BOUND MACADAM :
a) Metal : Metal required for water bound macadam surfacing shall be broken from the first sort rubble. The
rubble shall be broken to required size by the contractor at his own cost. However, the metal required for water bound
macadam shall conform to I.R.C. specification in all respects. It shall be hard, sound, trap stone metal free from decay
and weathering and obtained from approved quarries, and shall be of 50 mm. nominal size.
b) Collection of metal : Metal shall be of first sort black trap stone and shall be collected in stacks on level
ground and stacked on the sides of the road as directed. The metal shall be free from all earth, rubbish and
vegetable matter and graded before stacking and closely packed in stacks. The metal supplied by the contractor
shall be arranged in stacks for measurement. No deductions will be made for voids. The size of stack shall be 1 m.
wide at top, 2.2 m. wide at bottom and 60 cm. high. The length shall be as directed by the Engineer-in-Charge.
The contractor shall provide the templates required to ensure, compliance with size of stack stipulated.
c) Supply of Murrum : The contractor shall be permitted to excavate in the selected areas in the township/site
of work, as approved by the Engineer-in-Charge, for collection of murrum. The excavation shall be done by the
contractor to correct line and level, transport and stack the same at site of work as directed by the Engineer-inCharge. Alternately, the contractor will be permitted to bring from outside, approved graded hard murrum 10 mm.
down to dust (but not silt) as directed by the Engineer-in-Charge and shall also be collected in stacks on level ground
along side of the road.
The stacks shall be measured in cubic metre for payment before using it for blinding. No deduction shall be
made for voids.
d) Laying and preparation of water bound macadam surface :
i) After preparation of the existing surface as specified above, 50 mm size metal collected in stacks shall be
spread to uniform thickness over the prepared surface and consolidated to 75 mm thickness as specified here-in-after.
ii) Templates properly made of full width and gauge or templates fitted with central plumb to each edge fixed
with it must be used. The depth of the plank forming the gauge shall be the thickness of the metal layer in loose
state so that when the metal has been properly spread, the gauges are buried just flush with the surface. The
intermediate work shall be tested with cord stretched between the gauge. Three templates shall be provided and
used with a distance of about 7.5 Metres between each but not exceeding 15 Metres. A spirit level shall invariably be
used with the templates to ensure that the edges of metalling are truly levelled. The metal shall be spread and
rolled with 8 to 10 tonne power roller until well compacted and there is no appreciable movement (in the metal)
when walked upon, or no appreciable wave in front of the advancing roller. Rolling shall be done by roller perfectly, by
a 8 to 10 tonne power roller, till proper internal packing of adjacent pieces of stones has been achieved. Excessive
dry rolling shall be avoided.
iii) Rolling shall commence from the edge to the centre of the road. In case of super elevated curve, rolling
shall commence from the inside edge of the centre and progress towards the outside edge. Where the gradient is
steeper than 1 in 60, the roller shall run up grade, i.e. rolling shall be started from lower level to upward direction for
the 1St. rolling.
iv)
While rolling the surface in two or more parts, a strip of about 230 mm. to 300 mm. along the
predetermined cross section shall be left unrolled while consolidating the first half. This shall be properly jointed when
the metal is being spread on the second half and consolidated with it. Care must be taken to avoid the occurrence of a
continuous longitudinal furrow along cross section of the road. Full width of road will be rolled at a time.
v) The metalling shall be moderately kept saturated and rolling continued until consolidation is completed. Just
enough watering shall be done so as to flush the metal slurry into the interstices. Care shall be taken to avoid excess
water softening the subsoil. The full consolidation stage shall be tested by (a) putting a piece of metal about the size
of wal-nut on the surface and roller passed over it. If it is crushed the surface shall be deemed as well consolidated
(b) there shall be no creeping of stone ahead of the roller.
vi) Until the above conditions are satisfied, no blinding or surfacing materials shall be put on the surface. No
rolling shall be done where signs of metal crushing are noticed or rolling causes wave like motions in the base
course of sub-grade. Over rolling shall not be done. About 20 to 30 trips of the roller shall normally suffice to make
the surface well compacted. Before starting rolling, the metal shall be dressed accurately to camber. No fresh metal
shall be added once dry consolidation has commenced. The part of the road must be fully raked up so that the metal
is thoroughly incorporated into the body of road.

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e) Blinding Course : When the required consolidation has been completed, the blinding material of approved
graded murrum/stone grit and dust (unscreened) as specified shall be spread over the surface and brushed
backwards and forwards to fill in the surface voids and rolling and watering continued to such an extent that the
blinding materials are formed into a slurry and is grouted into the interstices. After the road has been fully
consolidated, the surface shall be covered with 12 mm layer of murrum/stone grit and dust (unscreened) and road
opened to traffic after 4 days. The road shall be kept watered for 14 days or such other period as specified by the
Engineer-in-charge. Where tracks are likely to be formed by the traffic on the road, barriers such as tree branches
etc. shall be put to divert the traffic. After 15 days, light watering and rolling shall be done. For joints across the road,
the end of each layer shall be given a flat slope and well consolidated together and hump formation must be avoided.
f) Damages to the Departments Property : Any damage to the Deptts property due to negligence of the
contractor while executing the work shall be made good to the original condition at his own cost.
g) MODE OF MEASUREMENT :
The areas of water bound macadam road surfaces of required thickness actually completed as per above
specifications limiting to the areas as per drawing shall be measured in square metre upto two places of decimal,for
payment.
The item includes laying, spreading, watering, consolidation, blinding etc. but excluding the cost of 50 mm size
I.R.C. metal and graded murrum which will be paid under relevant item. However Murrum obtained from excavation
work under this contract and used as blinding material as above on instructions/approval of the Engineer-in-charge
shall not be paid.

60.5 BITUMINOUS MACADAM & BITUMINOUS CONCRETE SURFACING FOR ROAD (GENERAL) :
SCOPE OF WORK :
The work covered under these specifications provides for bituminous treatment for roads consisting of providing 38
mm thick bituminous macadam and 12 mm thick seal coat or bituminous concrete of thickness as specified in item in
the schedule of quantities.
The contractor shall make at his own cost, all the arrangements for controlling the traffic during the execution of
the work. All arrangements such as proper barricading of road, diversion of road if necessary, red and green flags
during the day, red lights at nights shall be made by the contractor at his own cost to control and safeguard the traffic.
60.5.0 BITUMINOUS MACADAM OVER WATER BOUND MACADAM :
60.5.1 Preparation of Existing Water Bound Macadam Surface : The existing water bound macadam surface
shall be brushed, cleaned properly with wire brushes and coir brooms, so as to free from all loose materials, murrum,
earth, silt and caked mud etc. The surface shall then be dusted clean with gunny bags etc. If during the process of
cleaning the sub grade (water abound macadam), soft spots and pockets, hollows etc. are found, such spots/pockets
will be filled with approved precoated bituminous chips, consolidated and finished to proper level, rolled with power
roller if necessary. The pot holes shall be excavated properly in a rectangular or rhomboidal shape with vertical edges.
The bottom and sides shall be cleaned as stated above. The sides and bottom shall then be thoroughly painted with
heated 60/70 penetration bitumen. The pot holes shall thereafter be filled with premixed bituminous chips so that after
thorough tamping and rolling, the surface is flush with surrounding road surface all as directed by the Engineer-inCharge. It shall be the responsibility of the contractor to ensure that the subgrade is even and is finished to camber
and slope as shown on the drawings or as directed by the Engineer-in-Charge.
The surface of the subgrade shall be checked for its trueness by means of the scratch template resting on side
forms having scratch points placed at not less than 200 mm. apart and set to the exact profile of the base course. The
template shall be drawn along the forms at right angles to the road.
Unevenness of the surfaces as indicated by the scratch points shall not exceed 10 mm. in 30 m. The area of
depression shall then be painted or sprayed with 60/70 penetration bitumen at the rate of 0.75 kg. per sqm. and the
leveling course applied by hand or machine to grade and camber and rolled. If the depressions are deeper than
50 mm., the levelling course shall be applied in two or more layers and rolled as directed by the Engineer-in-Charge.
The prepared surface shall be closed to traffic and maintained fully clean and no asphalting work shall be started
unless this prepared surface is approved by the Engineer-in-Charge.
60.5.2 MATERIALS :
Representative samples of materials proposed to be used shall be submitted to the Engineer-in-Charge and
got approved. No material shall be used unless it is approved by the Engineer-in-Charge.

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60.5.3 HOT MIXED HOT LAID BITUMINOUS MACADAM :

1 Coarse Aggregate : It shall consist of crushed hard trap stone metal, free from coatings of clay, silt
and any objectionable material. Metal brought by contractor for different items of work shall strictly conform to I.R.C.
specifications in all respects. The aggregate shall be obtained by crushing approved stones of specified type in
mechanical crusher and shall be hard, close grained, sound trap stone metal, free from decay and weathering and
obtained from approved quarries.
Metal shall be collected in stacks on level ground and neatly stacked at site of mixing. The metal shall be free
from all earth, rubbish, vegetation and other foreign matter and graded before stacking and closely packed in stacks.
Tests considered necessary shall be carried out in an approved laboratory when the Engineer-in-Charge
considers the quality to be doubtful or there is a dispute about the quality. The cost of testing shall be borne by the
contractor.
AGGREGATE GRADING : The requirements of base course shall be as under:
B.S. Sieve Designation

Equivalent I.S. Sieves

Passing percentage

32 mm. (about 1.25")

40 mm. (1.5")

100

20 mm. (about 3/4")

20 mm.

50 - 100

12 mm. (about 1/2")

12.5 mm.

30 - 60

6 mm. (about 1/4")

6.3 mm.

18 - 30

No. 10

1.7 mm.

10 - 20

No. 200

75 micron

0- 5

The aggregate/chips shall be entirely dry at the time of mixing.

2 Bitumen : Bitumen to be used shall conform to I.S. 73-1992 for paving bitumen, with 60/70 penetration and
shall be from approved manufacturers.
The contractor on demand by the Engineer, obtain and furnish a laboratory test certificate to the effect that the
material conforming to the requirement of the specified grade, to the satisfaction of the Engineer-in-Charge. Bitumen
(60/70 penetration) content 3.7% to 4.7% by weight of the total mix, shall be used in the mixture.
3 Tack Coat : Bitumen of the same grade as that used for premix shall be heated to a temperature of 1630C
to 1770C (3250F to 3500F) in a bitumen boiler and the hot bitumen shall be applied evenly to the thoroughly
cleaned and prepared road surface (as specified here-in-before) @ 7.5 kg. per 10 sqm. leaving no part of the
surface unpainted. Application shall be done by a mechanical pressure sprayer or if permitted, by perforated
pouring cans. The tack coat shall be applied just before the macadam is laid. Application of tack coat shall be only
slightly in advance of laying premixed chips.
In case of surface already asphalted, application of tack coat is not necessary.
0

4 Premixing Chips : The bitumen shall be heated to 163 C to 177 C (325 F to 350 F) in boiler. The
aggregate of the approved grading or as decided by the preliminary tests shall be dried and heated in an aggregate
0
0
0
0
drier to a temperature of 149 C to 177 C (300 F to 350 F) and fed into a twin shaft peddle type mixer at a
0
0
temperature not less than 149 C (about 300 F). The bitumen, the approved aggregate and the filler shall be measured
separately and accurately to the proportions in which they are to be mixed and mixed intimately till all the particles are
completely coated with bitumen. Asphalt/bituminous mixing plant proposed to be used by the contractor for the
preparation of Asphalt/bituminous mixing shall conform to all of the requirements of the job, which shall produce
uniform mixtures of the required quality, and got approved by the Department before mixing.
The temperature of the premix bituminous macadam when leaving the mixer shall not be less than 130 0 C
(about 2800 F) and it shall not be less than 1210 C (about 2500 F) at the time of laying.
Bituminous macadam shall be transported to site of work in suitable tipping vehicle properly insulated and
covered with canvas or other suitable materials to protect the mixture from weather conditions and to retain the
heat. The road surface shall be suitably marked to ensure correct and uniform application. Width of macadam to be
laid shall be slightly more (not exceeding 50 mm. on each side) than the required carriage way as per drawing.
Excess on either side shall be neatly cut after full compaction to get final width of carriage way as per drawing. The
premixed bituminous macadam shall be laid by a mechanical self powered spreader and compactor and finished
to correct line, level, & final consolidation done by means of power roller not less than 10 tonne. Any irregularities
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5 Compaction : The base bituminous macadam course shall be compacted thoroughly and evenly with 10 to
12 tonne power roller immediately after it is laid. Compacted thickness shall be as specified in schedule of quantity.
The surface shall be checked for correct grade during and after rolling. Any irregularities shall be corrected by
adding precoated chips or removing the surplus. The disturbed surface shall be well compacted again. If necessary,
the roller wheel shall be coated with oil to prevent the coated chip from sticking to the wheels. Rolling shall be
continued till no wheel marks are left on the surface. The speed of the roller shall be sufficiently slow to prevent any
pushing under the wheels.
60.6 HOT MIXED HOT LAID BITUMINOUS CONCRETE WEARING COURSE (SEAL COAT) :
1 Bituminous concrete : shall consist of mixture of mineral aggregate, sand and filler, graded to fill the voids,
mixed with bitumen binder to obtain the maximum stability and durability. It shall be spread and compacted on a prepared
bituminous macadam base in conformity with lines, grades and cross section shown in the drawings. The aggregate
shall be preheated the temperature specified for the bitumen and the mixture shall be prepared and laid hot.
2 Coarse Aggregate : The coarse aggregate brought by contractor shall be I.R.C. hard black trap, crushed
in mechanical crushers and shall be clean, strong, tough, dense, close grained, angular but not flaky, and free from
soft, decayed, weathered portion, coating of dust, dirt or other objectionable matter. Maximum size of the
aggregate shall be suitable for the thickness of the seal coat (12mm./15mm. or as specified).
The aggregate grading composition and characteristics of surface (wearing course mix) shall conform to
standard code of practice. The mix shall satisfy the following requirements:
Bitumen :

7.25 (+/-) 0.25% by weight of total mix.

Voids of air in total mix :

2% by weight of mix and 4% by volume.

Specific gravity

Not less than 2.3.

Marshall stability :

453.6 kg (1000 lb.) minimum

Flow :

1020.

Water absorption :

0.50%

3 Fine Aggregate : The fine aggregate shall be clean, natural, river bank or pit sand or quarry sand
produced in a crushing plant and satisfying the requirement of the grading of aggregate for the bituminous
concrete as stated above or as determined by the preliminary tests.
Filler : The filler shall be dry and clean lime stone powder hydrated lime having calcium oxide content of not
less than 60% both passing B.S. sieve No.8. It shall be free from lumps and loosely bonded aggregation. When
tested by laboratory sieves, 100% shall pass through B.S. sieve No.14, 80% shall pass through B.S. sieve No.8.
Fillers shall be added to the aggregate to give the above grading determined by preliminary tests.
4 Bitumen : Bitumen shall be of 60/70 penetration or such other grade specified by the Engineer-in-Charge
and shall conform to I.S. 73-1961.
The tenderers shall indicate the exact grading, bitumen content, voids, specific gravity etc. which they propose
to adopt for type to treatment offered by them.
5 Preparation of Base : Dirt,dust and other foreign materials if accumulated shall be cleared off leaving the
surface entirely clean. The prepared surface shall be closed to traffic and so maintained fully clean till the seal coat is
applied.
6 Mixing and Laying Wearing Course : Grade 60/70 bitumen shall be heated to a temperature of 1630 C to
1770 C (3250 F to 3500 F) in a boiler. The aggregate of the suitable approved grading or as decided by preliminary
tests, shall be dried and heated in an aggregate drier to a temperature of 1490 C to 1770 C (3000 F to 3500 F) and
fed into a twin shaft peddle type mixer at a temperature not less than 1490 C (3000 F). The bitumen, the
aggregate and the filler shall be measured separately and accurately to the proportions in which they are to be
mixed and mixed intimately till all the particles are completely coated with bitumen. The quantities of aggregate,
bitumen and the filler shall be such as to obtain the percentage of each as specified above or decided after tests.
Continues batching and mixing plant shall be used. Asphalt/bituminous mixing plant proposed to be used by the
contractor for the preparation of asphalt/bituminous mixes shall conform to all of the requirements of the job, which
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The temperature of bituminous concrete when leaving the mixer shall not be less than 1380 C (2800 F) and it
shall not be less than 1210 C (2500 F) at the time of laying.
The bituminous concrete shall be transported to the site of work in suitable tipping vehicles properly insulated
and covered with canvas or other suitable materials to protect the mixture from weather conditions and to retain the
heat.
The mixture shall be spread with mechanical self powered spreader. The bituminous concrete shall be laid to
the specified line, curve, grade and camber. Any irregularities shall be corrected immediately before rolling is
started. Before laying the mixture, the faces of the joints shall be painted with a uniform coating of hot bitumen.
The bituminous concrete shall be laid to such loose depth as to give a compacted layer of specified thickness
as per item in the schedule of quantities.
7 Compaction : The bituminous concrete layers shall then be allowed to cool sufficiently such that it does not
spread under wheel load of 10/12 tonne power roller. The compaction shall be done by the roller till no wheel mark
are left on the surface and no further compaction is possible. The road shall be opened to traffic on cooling of the
concrete to the atmospheric temperature or after a lapse of 24 to 40 hr. after laying.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR BITUMEN MACADAM & SEAL COAT:

1 Testing : The contractor shall have a well equipped testing laboratory with a competent laboratory staff.
Daily tests (not less than two specimen per day) shall be made by them on the bituminous mixture produced to
ensure compliance with these specification and copy of the test results duly signed by the competent authority
shall be submitted to Engineer-in-Charge for record. Tests shall include water absorption, stability, filler content
etc.
The contractor shall give all facilities at all times to the Engineer-in-Charge or his representative to inspect the
work or testing done by him.
2 Weighing : Each lorry leaving the plant must be weighed on a weigh bridge in the presence of the
representative of the Department and a challan must be issued along with the lorry in duplicate showing the weight
of the material loaded in the lorry. As and when required, the said lorries shall also be weighed at the Departments
weigh bridge or any other weigh bridge approved by the Engineer-in-Charge to check the tonnage of the material
stated on the challans. In case of short fall, the same shall be made good by the contractor without extra cost.
3 Testing Surface : The completed surface when ready for acceptance shall be thoroughly compacted,
smooth, true to line, grade, camber and free from irregularities when tested by means of a straight edge of 3 m.
long, laid on the finished surface parallel with the centre line of the road, the surface shall in no place vary more
than 6mm. from the working edge.
4 MODE OF MEASUREMENT :
i) Measurement for bituminous macadam including filling in pot holes and depressions shall be paid by weight
measured in metric tonne used on the job, completed satisfactorily, measured upto second place of decimal
including preparing surface, applying tack coat and compacting by roller etc. complete as specified.
ii) Measurement for bituminous concrete (seal coat) shall also be paid by weight as measured at site of work,
irrespective of the thickness laid, in Metric tonne used on the job, compacted satisfactorily, measured upto second
place of decimal including all the relevant items of work specified.

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61. FENCING WORK WITH BARBED WIRE, CHAIN LINK ETC. :

The work shall generally be carried out as per these specifications, relevant drawings and as directed by the
Engineer-in-Charge.
61.1 M.S. POSTS AND STRUTS :
All the M.S. posts/struts shall be free from rust, scale, cracks, twists and other defects and shall be fabricated to
the required shape and size out of the specified sections. The posts and struts shall be conforming to relevant
specifications stipulated here-in-before under relevant sections. All the posts and struts shall be of sizes and
lengths as specified in the tender schedule and drawing. The posts and struts shall have split ends for proper
fixing and shall be embedded in the cement concrete of mix. 1:3:6 or as specified in the schedule. The
exposed surfaces of the posts and struts shall be painted with two coats of synthetic enamel paint of approved
make and shade over a coat of approved primer.
61.2 R.C.C. POSTS AND STRUTS :
All the posts and struts shall be of standard size as specified in schedule. These shall be casted on
suitable places/platforms in cement concrete 1:2:4 (1 cement : 2 coarse sand : 4 graded stone aggregate 12.5
mm. nominal size) as per relevant specifications stipulated here-in-before. The reinforcement shall be
provided as shown in the drawings, as directed by Engineer-in-Charge and specified here-in-before under
relevant sections. The posts and struts shall be free from honeycombing, cracks and other defects.
After casting, the posts/struts shall be left at the same place and cured for a minimum period of 7 days. After 7
days curing the same shall be shifted to a levelled ground and stacked for further curing for 14 days. After 21 days
of curing only, the posts/struts shall be transported to work site without any damage, for fixing in position.
61.3 SPACING OF THE POSTS AND STRUTS :
The spacing of posts shall be 3 m. centre to centre unless otherwise specified or as directed by the Engineerin Charge, to suit the dimensions of the area to be fenced. Every 10th posts, last but one end posts, corner posts,
and posts where the level of fencing changes in steps and end post when the fencing changes its direction
shall be strutted on both sides, or as directed by the Engineer-in-Charge. End posts where barbed wire fencing
is discontinued shall be strutted on one side only.
61.4 FIXING OF M.S./R.C.C. POSTS AND STRUTS :
Pits of size 45 x 45 x 45 cm. deep or of sizes mentioned in the drawings, shall first be excavated centrally in the
direction of proposed fencing work, true to line and level to receive the posts. In case of struts, the pits shall be so
excavated, as to receive minimum 15 cm. concrete cover at any point of the struts to suit its inclination or as shown
in the drawing.
The pits shall be filled with a layer of 15 cm. thick cement concrete of specified mix. The posts and struts shall
then be placed in the pits, the posts projecting to the specified height above ground level, true to line, plumb and
position, by providing adequate supports temporarily, and cement concrete of specified mix. shall then be filled-in
so that the posts are embedded in cement concrete blocks of specified sizes. The concrete in foundation shall be
watered for atleast 7 days to ensure proper curing.
61.5 BARBED WIRE :
The barbed wire shall be of M.S. or G.I. as specified and it shall generally conform to I.S. 278-1978.
The base metal of the line and point wire shall be of good commercial quality mild steel. The line and point wire
shall be circular in section, free from scales and other defects and shall be uniformly galvanised if specified.
The line wire shall be in continuous lengths and shall generally be free from signs of welds. It shall be able to
withstand Wrapping and unwrapping 8 turns round its diameter.
The barbed wire shall consist of two splices per reel. The barbed wire shall be formed by twisting two lines wires
one containing the barbs.

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The barbed wire and its weight shall be as given in the table below:
Type

Nominal diameter of wire

Nominal distance
between two barbs
in mm

Mass of complete
barbed wire (in
gm./m.)

line wire (in mm.)

point wire (in mm.)

1.

2.50 (12G)

2.50 (12G)

75

146 (136-155)

2.

2.50

2.50

150

114 (108-120)

3.

2.50

2.00 (14G)

75

117 (108-125)

4.

2.50

2.00

150

96 (89-103)

5.

2.24 (13G)

2.00

75

102 (97-106)

6.

2.24

2.00

150

82 (78- 85)

The barbs shall carry four points and shall be formed by twisting two point wires, each two turns, tightly round
one line wire, making altogether 4 (four) complete turns. The barbs shall be so finished that the four points are set and
locked at right angles to each other.
The barbs shall have a length of not less than 13 mm. and not more than 18 mm. The points shall be sharp and
well pointed. Barbed spacings shall be as given in the above table. Wherever required for every 50 reels or part
thereof, samples of the barbed wire and the individual line wires shall be put to tensile test and in case of failure to
conform to tensile properties given below, two additional tests of each kind shall be made on the samples cut from
other reels.
TENSILE PROPERTIES :
Size
of
line
wire
Nominal dia (in mm)

Breaking load of line wire

Min. (in Kg.)

Max.

2.50 (12G)

216

302

444

2.24 (13G)

128

179

263

(in Kg.)

Min.
breaking
load
of
complete barbed wire (in Kg.)

On the results of these additional tests, the whole or portion of the barbed wire shall be accepted or discarded as
the case may be.
61.5.1 Fixing of Barbed Wire : The barbed wire shall be stretched and fixed in number of rows and two
diagonals as specified. The bottom row shall be 140 mm. above ground and the rest at 125 mm or at given
spacing as per drawing. The diagonals shall be stretched between adjacent posts from top wire of one post to the
bottom wire of the 2nd post. The diagonal wires will be interwoven with horizontal wires by fixing the odd rows of
wires, then the diagonal cross wires and lastly the even rows of wires. The jointing of the barbed wire in between the
posts shall not be permitted.
Necessary holes should be tapped in the post and the barbed wire shall be fixed in position by means of 'U' clamps
or bolts and nuts as specified in drawings. In case of fixing with 'U' clamps, the legs of the 'U' clamps passing
through the 10 mm. dia. hole in the R.C.C. post to hold barbed wire shall be turned up and down to get an over-lap
of 25 mm. on the face of RCC post. Turn buckles and straining bolts shall be used at the end posts if specified.
61.5.2 MODE OF MEASUREMENT :
The work shall be measured in running metre length of fencing correct to a centimetre for the finished work,
from centre to centre of the posts.
The rate shall include the cost of labour and materials involved in all the operations described above including
the cost of barbed wire, turn buckle, straining bolts, bolts and the nuts/U clamps including excavation and
foundation concrete or as specified in item description for the work.

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61.6 CHAIN LINK :

The chain link shall be of approved manufacture and of correct size, gauge etc. It shall be of M.S. or G.I. as
specified of approved manufacture and of required size, gauge etc. The base materials of the wire shall be of good
commercial quality mild steel. The wire shall be circular in section, free from rust, scale, cuts, welds and other
defects and shall be uniformly galvanised if specified.
61.6.1 FIXING OF THE CHAIN LINK FENCING TO M.S. OR R.C.C. POST :
The chain link of specified height of fencing shall be fixed first to the end post with necessary G.I. approved
type U clamps threaded at both the ends and G.I. nut, bolts, washers etc. and with 6 mm. dia. full height M.S./G.I.
anchor bar. After fixing the chain link at the end post, it shall be stretched tightly and fixed to next post one after the
other by the above mentioned clamps and bars etc. leaving 50 mm. clearance from the ground and 20 mm.
clearance in the case of concrete coping at bottom to avoid rusting. The point at the change in level of the fencing
top/bottom, necessary links shall be adjusted suitably as per the manufacturers specification or as directed by the
Engineer-in-Charge. The entire chain link fence shall be painted with two coats of synthetic enamel paint of approved
make and shade over a coat of approved primer or as specified in the item/drawing.
61.6.2 MEASUREMENT :
The work shall be measured in running metre length of fencing correct to a centimetre for the finished work
from centre to centre of the posts.
The rate shall include the cost of labour and material involved in all the operation described above including
the cost of barbed wire, turn buckle, straining bolts and bolts and the nuts/U clamps, 6 mm. dia. M.S./G.I. anchor
bar etc. including excavation and foundation concrete or as specified in item description for the work.

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62. M. S. CRIMPNET GATE :

62.1 MATERIALS :
All steel work, pipe frame work and crimpnet shall be of sizes and sections as per drawings. They shall
generally conform to relevant I.S. specifications. The G.I. crimpnet shall be unless otherwise stated, 25 x 25 mm. x
8 g. and of approved manufacture.
62.2 INSTALLATION :
For each leaf of the gate, the crimpnet shall be fixed tightly to internal angle iron frame of required size by means
of suitable welding. This internal angle iron frame is then fixed to outer frame of 50 mm. dia. seamless pipes by means
of 65 mm. long angle iron lugs welded together. Suitable cleats for the locking arrangement are welded at the height
as shown in drawing. Both the leaves of the gates thus be fixed over suitable hinges provided on the side M.S.
channel posts of specified sizes. The side post which shall be erected prior to fixing the gates shall be welded with
m.s. plates 250 x 150 x 5 mm. at bottom. These posts shall be properly embedded in cement concrete foundations of
specified sizes and allowed to set properly.
All the assembly mentioned above shall be properly erected correct to line, level, plumb and render easy
and proper movement of shutters.
62.3 The shutters, channel posts and all other steel parts shall be thoroughly cleaned and painted with red
oxide primer of approved make and shade. Final painting with two coats of flat oil/synthetic enamel paints of
approved shade and make shall be done as directed by the Engineer-in-Charge and as per specifications.
62.4 MODE OF MEASUREMENT :
The length of the gate shall be measured clear in between the side m.s. channel posts and height between the
extreme ends of pipes, correct to half centimeter and area worked out in sqm. correct to two places of decimals.
The rate shall include the cost of all materials mentioned above viz. crimpnets, m.s. angles, G.I.pipes, guide
plates, channels, base plates, hinges, locking arrangement and other accessories as also necessary excavation
in pits, embedding cement concrete, painting etc. all complete. The rates shall be valid for areas in variance by
about (+/-) 10% in the overall size of the gate.

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63. DRAINAGE WORK WITH NP2 CLASS RCC HUME PIPES :

63.1 R.C.C. SPUN PIPES :
The pipes shall be R.C.C. spun pipes NP2 class, conforming to I.S. 458-1971 and shall be approved by the
Engineer-in-Charge for soundness before incorporation in the work.
63.2 LAYING R.C.C. SPUN PIPES :
The work consist of providing, laying, jointing and testing R.C.C. spun pipe storm water drain of required
diameter as mentioned in the schedule to discharge storm water to the main nallah as shown in the drawing.
After the cement concrete cradle has been laid properly, if specified or as directed by the Engineer-in-Charge,
the pipes shall be lowered gradually into the trenches over the concrete cradle or bed. Necessary working
space/gap for collars shall be made at every joint. Laying of pipe shall proceed upgrade of a slope. The collars
shall be slipped-on before the next pipe is laid.
The pipe drain shall rest on the bed at every point through its length. To ensure this the space between the
underside of the pipe on the invert of the cradle shall be carefully grouted solid with cement slurry consisting of one
part of cement to one part of clean washed sand in such a manner that no void is left. It shall be ensured that the load
of the pipes and the super imposed load of the earth filling is evenly distributed on the cradle or bed.
The contractor shall take precautions to see that no dirt, earth or other foreign matter is allowed on the surface
of the cradle or bed of the pipe resting there-on, all to the full satisfaction of the Engineer-in-Charge. After the
alignment and grading of the pipes is checked by the authorised representative of the Department, the grouting
shall be done with specified stiff mix of cement mortar.
The cradle of concrete shall be allowed to set at least for three days before any pipe is placed on it and the
contractor shall take due care in setting the pipe in the cradle so that no damage is occur to the cradle. If any
damage to the cradle occurs, it shall be rectified to the satisfaction of Engineer-in-Charge and in any particular case
where damage to the cradle is beyond repair in the opinion of the Engineer-in-Charge, the contractor shall cut out
the damaged section of the cradle and re do the same at his own expenses to the complete satisfaction of the
Engineer-in-Charge.
No pipe shall be laid or placed till the alignment of the pipe drain and its levels and gradient have been carefully
checked and found correct/approved by the Engineer-in-Charge.
63.3 JOINTS :
The joints for the pipes shall be made by loose collars and the connecting space shall be as minimum as
possible. The collars shall be specifically roughened inside to provide a better grip.
The two adjacent pipes will be so designed and manufactured that when butted together concentrically, a dowel is
left between the two ends. In this dowel, cement mortar of (1:1) proportion or mix. as specified in the schedule be filled
and then between the ends a paste of cement mortar of the same proportions will be placed. The space remaining
between the pipe ends and the collar being then caulked with cement mortar of (1:1) or other specified proportion so
that an even space appears all round the external diameter of the pipes. All the joints shall be finished off smooth at
an angle of 45o with the longitudinal axis of the pipe on either side of the collars.
The interior of the pipe drains shall be cleaned off all dirt, cement mortar and superfluous materials and joints
shall be cured for atleast 7 days.
63.4 TESTING OF R.C.C. SPUN PIPES :
After sufficient interval has been allowed for the joints to set, the pipe drains will be tested under a water head
of at least 1.2 m. and in no case under a head greater than 1.8 m. of water above the top of the pipes. In addition,
the pipe drains shall be examined for leaks of land/sub-soil water making its way through the joints. The contractor
shall make the pipe drains water tight against the entrance of land/sub-soil water from outside and also against
the leakages of water from the inside of the pipe drains at the test heads specified above to the full satisfaction of
the Engineer-in-Charge.
All defective or leaking pipes or joints shall be cut out and replaced and made good by the contractor at his
own cost. In case of the joints that may be defective and cannot be made good, shall
be
entirely
embedded/surrounded externally with cement concrete of 1:2:4 proportion to render the joint (s) water tight and this
shall be allowed to set before encasing or back filling is done. A strong colour shall be added to the water used for
testing of the pipes, in order to detect any leakage easily. The cost of testing of the pipe drain shall be borne by
the contractor and is deemed to be included in the rates quoted by the contractor.

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63.5 ENGINEER-IN-CHARGE MAY ORDER CONCRETE TO BE INCREASED OR DIMINISHED :

The Engineer-in-Charge may increase or decrease the concrete on the pipe drains as to the quantity and quality
or to omit the same entirely according to the nature of the ground that may be revealed when the storm water drain
trenches are excavated.
63.6 Back filling/filling Trenches :
Filling in trenches for pipes and drains shall be commenced as soon as the joints of pipes and drains have been
tested and passed. Where the trenches are excavated in soil, the filling shall be done with earth on the sides and
top of pipes in layers not exceeding 20 cm. watered, rammed and consolidated, taking care that no damage is caused
to the pipe below. In case of excavation of trenches in rock, the filling upto a depth of 30 cm. above the crown of pipe
or barrel shall be done with fine material such as earth, murrum or pulverised decomposed rock according to the
availability at site. The remaining filling shall be done with rock filling or boulders of size not exceeding 15 cm.
mixed with fine material as available to fill up the voids, watered, rammed and consolidated in layers not exceeding
30 cm.
63.7 MODE OF MEASUREMENT :
The length of pipes shall be measured in running metre nearest to a centimetre along the centre line of the
pipes over all fittings such as collars, bends, junctions etc. Fittings/specials shall not be measured separately.
The rate shall include the cost of materials and labour including jointing, grouting, cutting of pipes to the
required lengths, wastages etc. involved in all the operations described above.
Excavation, back filling, shoring and timbering in trenches and cement concreting wherever required shall be
measured separately under relevant items of work.

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64. ROUGH / NATURAL FACED SHAHABAD STONE PAVEMENT:

64.1 MATERIALS :
Hand cut rough/natural faced shahabad stone shall be of the best quality and of the specified thickness, size
etc. and shall be got approved by the Engineer-in-Charge. The sizes given in schedule of quantities are tentative
and can vary only slightly as per the availability in the market. At its thinnest, no stone shall be thinner than specified
thickness. The stone shall be hard, sound, durable, tough, free from flaws, cracks, decay & weathering. The
edges shall be hand cut and dressed true and squares. The evenness of surfaces and edges of the slabs shall not
be marred by careless dressing or handling and no patching up shall be allowed for the slab. The edges shall be
reasonably straight. The under face may be left as required or rough dressed. Before taking up the work, samples
of stone slabs to be used and their dressing shall be got approved by the Engineer-in-Charge. The work shall be
carried out strictly in accordance with the approved samples.
64.2 BEDDING/BACKING COAT :
In case of plinth protection or other pavements over concrete sub base, the mortar bedding shall be of
cement mortar of thickness and mix specified in the item of tender schedule.
In case of pavement work for footpaths, approaches and other similar works, to be laid directly over levelled and
consolidated ground, the bedding shall be of 150 mm. thick quarry spoil and 60 mm. thick stone grit or as
specified/directed by the Engineer-in-Charge.
64.3 LAYING AND FIXING THE STONE SLABS/ TILES :
The specifications for Kotah stone flooring/skirting/facia described here-in-before shall hold good as far as
it is applicable except that the joints shall be pointed with C.M. 1:3 or with other specified mix, finished flush/with
grooves as specified/directed. The joints shall be raked out uniformly to a depth of not less than 12 mm. before
grouting and pointing the same.
64.4 CURING :
The pavement work shall be kept well wetted for atleast seven days.
64.5 CLEANING :
When the bedding and joints have completed, set and attained required
thoroughly cleaned and handed over free from any mortar stains, dust, dirt etc.

strength, the surface shall be

64.6 MODE OF MEASUREMENT :

The above pavement work shall be measured in square metre correct to two places of decimal. The length and
breadth shall be measured net correct to a centimetre. The pavement under skirting/dado/wall plaster, if any,
shall not be measured for payment.
No deduction shall be made nor extra paid for any opening of area up to 0.10 sqm. Nothing extra shall be paid
for use of cut tiles/slabs nor for laying the pavement at different levels.
NOTE : Wastage in obtaining the required sizes as specified from the commercial sizes available in market is
deemed to be taken in to consideration by the contractor while quoting the rate. The work shall be measured as
above and no extra claim on this account will be entertained.

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APPENDIX A
RECOMMENDED AGENCIES FOR SOME FACTORY MADE BUILDING MATERIALS & SPECIFIED WORKS:
GENERAL NOTES :

1. Products with relevant I.S. markings from the I.S. Licensed manufacturers, who are in the market for
the last three years with valid I.S. License, shall be considered for approval.
2. In case of items where I.S. marked material is not available, the contractor shall procure the same
from the following list, subject to prior approval of Engineer-in-charge. Periodic tests shall be carried
out as per contract / specifications at contractor's own cost.
3. In case of any new brand other than ISI certified or from departmental list of manufacturer is proposed,
adequate information about the product and manufacturer, shall be provided at the tender stage.
4. Department reserves the right to accept / reject any new brand(s) proposed by the tenderer.
5. Samples of all materials, fittings etc. to be incorporated in the work shall be submitted by the
contractor and got it approved from the Engineer-in-Charge, before supply in bulk at site of work.
Wherever particular make or its equivalent is mentioned in the item schedule, the decision of the
Engineer-in-Charge in selection of particular make or its equivalent shall be final and binding on the
contractor. The approved samples will be kept in custody of the Engineer-in-Charge till completion
of the work. Materials not conforming strictly to the approved samples will be rejected.
S.N.

DESCRIPTION

MANUFACTURERS

1.

Precast Concrete
Products

Siporex Ind.; B.G. Shirke & Co.; Supreme Concrete Minato BlocksKolhapur

2.

Antitermite Treatment

Chemical and agency - Approved by IPCA.

3.

Terrazzo & Cement

Tiles

NITCO; Automatic Tiles; NIMCO; GICO Tiles, Kolkata; National Tiles, Delhi;
Alankar Tiles Pvt. Ltd., Indore; Super Tiles; Shirwadkar Tiles; Kirti Tiles, Pune

4.

Ceramic / Glazed/
Vitreous Tiles

Spartek; Regency Ceramics; Kajaria Ceramics; H. R. Johnson (I);

Bell. NITCO

5.

PVC Tile

Krishna Venyl, Armstrong, Rikvin.

6.

Steel Doors,
Windows & Pressed
Steel Door Frames

Sen Harvic; AGEW; Hopes Metal; Multiwyn; R.L. Vala & Sons; Modern
Fabricators, Calcutta; Techome; Nishan Solid Doors Frame; Windoors
(India); Welcome Door; Behar Bobbin & Engg. Works; Anjali Enterprises;
Sunbeam; Abaqs Systems; Ankur Ind., Kolkata, Mahalaxmi Engg. Woks.

7.

PVC / FRP Doors &

Frames

Deep Doors; Fibroplast-Latur

8.

Aluminium Sections For Doors

Windows & Wall Spans

9.

GLASS: Plain, Frosted,

Garlex, Bajra Etc.

Triveni; Shree Vallabh; I.A.G.; Float Glass India Ltd.; Modi Guard;
Saint Gobain

10.

A.C. Sheet :

Asbestos Cement Ltd. (Everest); Charminar.

11.

Expansion Joint &

Tarfelt Waterproofing

Shalitex; Tiki Tar Industries; STP Ltd., (Shalimar Tar Products); Lloyd
Insulation (I).

12.

Integral Water
Proofing Compound

Accoproof; Cico; Impermo; Pidilite; Roff.; Mc Bouchmie; Fosroc.

13.

Interior & Exterior

Paints and Varnish

Asian Paints; Goodlas Nerolac Paints; Garware Paints Ltd.; I.C.I. Paints;
Berger Paints; Jenson Nicholson; Noble Paints. Snowcem Inida Ltd, (Super
Snowcem, Sandtex Matt); Nitco Paints Pvt. Ltd., (Nitcocem, Nitcotex); Terraco
(Terracem & Terracoat); Decom Paints (I) Pvt. Ltd.; Godavari Paints Pvt. Ltd.

14.

White cement based putty for

concrete / plastered surfaces

Indal; Jindal; Hindalco; Bengal Rolling Shutters-Kolkata

Wall care putty of M/s. Birla White; Plasto Shine wall putty of M/s.
Walplast Products Pvt. Ltd.

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APPENDIX B
THEORETICAL STANDARD REQUIREMENT OF CEMENT FOR VARIOUS ITEMS OF WORK
S.NO.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF ITEM

UNIT

Cement Concrete 1:5:10

Cum

CEMENT
IN BAGS
2.60

Cement Concrete 1:4:8

Cum

3.40

Cement Concrete 1:3:6

Cum.

4.40*

Cement Concrete 1:2:4

Cum

6.40*

Reinforced Cement Concrete 1:2:4

Cum

6.40*

Reinforced Cement Concrete 1:1.5:3

Cum.

8.00*

Reinforced Cement Concrete 1:1:2

Cum

12.20*

* Note : For controlled concrete items like M-10, M-15, M-20, M-25 etc., the consumption of cement will have to
be assessed by the Engr-in-Charge on the basis of design mixes approved for individual work.
8

Brick masonry in C.M. 1:4

Cum.

1.90

Brick masonry in C.M. 1:6

Cum

1.25

10

Half brick masonry in C.M. 1:4 with RCC 1:2:4 stiffeners

Sqm.

0.27

11

Half brick masonry in C.M. 1:4

Sqm

0.21

12.(a)

R.R. Masonry in C.M. 1:6

Cum.

1.65

12.(b)

C.R. Masonry in C.M. 1:6

Cum.

1.56

13.

IPS Flooring (C.C. 1:2:4, finished smooth)

(a)

30mm. thick

Sqm

0.23

(b)

40mm. thick (smooth/broom finish)

Sqm

0.30

(c)

50mm. thick

Sqm

0.36

(+)

20mm. thick skirting/dado in cm.1:3

Sqm

0.30

14

Hardonate flooring -50mm. thick (C.C. 1:2:4, finished smooth)

Sqm.

0.41

15

Kota stone:

(a)

Flooring (with lime mortar bedding pointed with matching cement slurry)

Sqm

0.13

(b)

Skirting with 20mm. thick C.M. 1:3 backing

Sqm

0.27

(c)

Coping

Sqm.

0.13

16

Terrazzo tile :

(a)

Flooring (with lime mortar bedding & pointed with cement slurry).

Sqm

0.18

(b)

Skirting with 20mm. thick C.M. 1:3

Sqm

0.28

(c)

Treads, hydraulically pressed with C.M. 1:3 bedding

Sqm.

0.37

(d)

Treads in one piece

Sqm

0.28

(e)

Risers, hydraulically pressed with C.M. 1:3 backing

Sqm.

0.28

(f)

Risers in one piece

Sqm

0.23

17.

Cast-in-situ terrazzo

(a)

Flooring, 40mm. th. (28mm C.C. 1:2:4 + 12mm with marble chips & powder)

Sqm

0.26

(b)

Skirting, 20mm. thick (12mm CM1:3+ 8mm marble chips with cement & marble powder) Sqm

0.25

18.

White glazed tile flooring and dado over 20mm. C.M.1:3 bedding

Sqm

0.31

19.

Cement tile :

(a)

flooring (lime mortar bedding).

Sqm

0.18

(b)

skirting with 20mm thick C.M. 1:3

Sqm

0.28

20

Plaster skirting, 20mm. thick in C.M.1:3.

Sqm

0.30

21.

Cuddapah stone kitchen platform over 20mm. thick C.M. 1:4

Sqm

0.30

22

Cuddapah stone window sill over 20mm. thick C.M. 1:4

Sqm

0.27

23

Fixing hold fasts in CC 1:3:6 of size 300x100x150 mm. for doors & windows

100 Nos

2.20

24.

Cement Plaster in C.M. 1:4/1:5 with neeru finish

(A)

Cement Mortar 1:4

(a)

12 mm. thick

Sqm

0.11

(b)

15 mm. thick

Sqm

0.13

(c)

20 mm. thick.

Sqm

0.17

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APPENDIX C-1
CONSUMPTION OF PAINT FOR SOME PAINTING ITEMS :
(PARA 47.7.1 OF PAINTING)

Coverage Achieved Per Litre or Per Kg of Paint / Material

Sl.
No.

Name of Paint

Area
coverage

Area
coverage

Area
coverage

For one coat

For two
coats

Per addl.
coat

(Old work)

(New Work)
1

Synthetic enamel paint

14m2 per Ltr.

Plastic emulsion paint

14m per Ltr.

Oil Bound distemper

10m per Ltr.

Dry Distemper

10m per kg

White wash

8.5m2 per Ltr.

8.5m per Ltr.

6.0m per Ltr.

18m2 per Ltr.

18m per Ltr.

12m2 per Ltr.

6.5 m per kg

12 m per kg

5m /kg of lime

3.5m2/kg of lime

10 m2 /kg of lime

4.5 m2 per kg

2 m2 per kg

6 m2 per kg

Note : Following things to be added in lime

(i) Adhesive (DDL/SDL) 5% of lime
(ii) Neel (Blue) 3 gm per kg of lime
(iii) Water 5 kg of water per kg of lime
6

Cement based paint

Aluminium paint

20m2 per Ltr.

12.5 m2 / Ltr.

28 m2 per Ltr.

Bitumen Paint/Black Japan

14 m2 per Ltr.

14 m2 per Ltr.

28 m2 per Ltr.

Neeru (or lime punning with slacked lime) over

plaster

0.5 m2 per kg

10

Red oxide metal primer

16 m per Ltr.

11

Cement primer

12 m per Ltr.

12

Wood primer

13 m per Ltr.

13

Wax polishing of new wood work with ready

made polish

20m per kg

14

French or spirit polish

10.5 m2 / Ltr.

15

Varnish

14 m2 per Ltr.

16

Requirement of paint per coat in Structural steel work on tonnage basis.

of slacked lime
2
2
2

20m per kg

20m per kg

8.5 m2 per Ltr.

18 m2 per Ltr.

(i) Truss and Lattice girder work 4.5 litres per tonne.
(ii) Plane Beam/plane girder work 2.5 litres per tonne
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APPENDIX C-2
CO-EFFICIENT FOR EQUIVALENT PLAIN AREAS FOR PAINTING ITEMS :
(PARA REFERRED TO CHAPTER 47 - PAINTING)

SN

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

I.

WOOD WORK : DOORS, WINDOWS ETC.

Panelled or framed and braced doors, windows etc.

Ledged & battened or ledged, battened & braced doors, windows etc.

1.30 (for each side)

Flush doors etc

1.20 (for each side)

Part panelled and part glazed or gauzed doors,windows etc.

1.00 (for each side)

Fully glazed or gauzed doors, windows etc.

0.80 (for each side)

Fully venetioned or louvered doors, windows etc.

1.80 (for each side)

Trellis (or Jaffri) work one way or two way.

2.00 (for painting all over)

Carved or enriched work:

2.00 (for each side)

Weather boarding:

1.20 (for each side)

10

Wood shingle roofing:

1.10 (for each side)

11

Boarding with cover fillets and match boarding.

1.05 (for each side)

12

Tile and slate battening:

0.80 (for painting all over)

II.

STEEL WORK: DOORS, WINDOWS ETC.

13

Plain sheeted steel door or windows:

1.10 (for each side)

14

Fully glazed or gauzed steel doors and windows

0.50 (for each side)

15

Partly panelled and partly gauzed or glazed doors and windows.

0.80 (for each side)

16

Corrugated sheeted steel doors or windows.

1.25 (for each side)

17

Collapsible gates

1.50 (for painting all over)

18

Rolling shutters of inter locked laths.

1.10 (for each side)

III.

GENERAL WORKS :

19

Expanded metal, hard drawn steel wire fabric of approved quality,

grill work and gratings in guard bars, balusters, railings, partitions
and m.s. bars in window frames.

1.00 (for painting all over)

20

Open palisade fencing and gates including standards, braces, rails,

stays etc. in timber or steel.

1.00 (for painting all over)

MULTIPLYING
EFFICIENTS

CO-

NOTE: The height shall be taken from the bottom of the lowest rail, if the palisades do not go below it (or
from the lower end of palisades, if they project below the lowest rail) upto the top of palisades but not upto
the top of standards, if they are higher than the palisades.
21

Corrugated iron sheeting in roofs, side cladding etc.

1.14 (for each side)

22

A.C. Corrugated sheeting in roofs, side cladding etc.

1.20 (for each side)

23

A.C. Semi-corrugated sheeting in roofs, side cladding etc. or Nainital

pattern using plain sheets.

1.10 (for each side)

24

Wire gauze shutters including painting of wire gauze.

1.00 (for each side).

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APPENDIX D
PROFORMA FOR GUARANTEE TO BE EXECUTED BY CONTRACTORS FOR STABILITY OF PILE FOUNDATION
SYSTEM AGAINST RISK OF SETTLEMENT & OTHER TYPE OF DISTRESS TO THE BUILDING(S).
(PARA 7.7 OF PILE FOUNDATION)

This Agreement made this . day of Two thousand .

between M/s. .... (hereinafter called the Guarantor of the
one part) and the PRESIDENT OF INDIA (hereinafter called the Government of the other part).
Where as this Agreement is supplementary to a contract (hereinafter called the Contract) dated and
made between the Guarantor of the one part and the Government of the other part whereby the contractor interalia
undertook to render the damages caused to the buildings and structure to the satisfaction of the Department.
AND WHEREAS THE GUARANTOR agreed to give a guarantee for the stability of pile foundation system
against the risk of settlement and against all damages caused to the buildings erected on pile foundation system for a
period of five (5) years from the certified date of completion.
NOW THE GUARANTOR hereby guarantees that the stability of the pile foundation system provided by him
will render the structures completely free from settlement and any other type of distress for a period of five (5) years to
be reckoned from the certified date of completion of the work.
During this period of guarantee, if the Guarantor fails to execute necessary rendering work due to
damages/distress caused to the buildings and structures for settlement of pile foundation system or commits breach
thereunder, then the Guarantor will indemnify the principal and successors against all loss, damage, cost, expense or
otherwise which may be incurred by the Department by reason of any default on the part of the GUARANTOR in
performance and observance of this supplementary agreement. As to the amount of loss and/or damage and/or cost
incurred by the Government, the decision of the Engineer-in-charge shall be final and binding on the contractors.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF these presents have been executed by the Obligator
.. and by.....and for and on behalf of
the PRESIDENT OF INDIA on the day, month and year first above written.

SIGNED, sealed and delivered by (OBLIGATOR) in the presence of :

(1)

(2)

SIGNED FOR AND ON BEHALF OF THE PRESIDENT OF INDIA

BY.in the presence of :

(1)

(2)

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