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ITEM 624 – ROADWAY LIGHTING

624.1 Description

This Item shall consist of furnishing of materials, equipment, and labor for the
installation of roadway lighting which includes the luminaire, pole, concrete
footing/foundation, power supply, and other necessary components, as shown on the
Plans and as directed by the Engineer.

624.2 Material Requirements

All materials shall be brand new and shall be of the approved type. It shall
conform with the requirements of the Philippine Electrical Cede (PEC) and the
products locally manufactured shall bear a Philippine Standard (PS) mark, while
imported products shall bear Import Commodity Clearance (ICC) certification marks
duly issued by the Bureau of Philippine Standards (BPS).

624.2.1 LED Roadway Lighting

The LED modules, controllers, and battery pack can be replaced


independently and shall each have warranty certificate issued by the
manufacturer or by the distributor certified by the manufacturer indicating a
minimum of six (6) years warranty period.

624.2.1.1 Light Emitting Diode (LED) Luminaire

Light Emitting Diode (LED) shall conform to the applicable


requirements for LED Road Luminaires of the Roadway Lighting
Guidelines of the Department of Energy, 2017 edition.

Table 624.1 – Technical Specifications for LED Luminaire

Item Specification Requirements

1.0 Physical Characteristics


High pressure die-cast aluminum with heat
1.1 Housing management system in light gray color,
powder coated and rust resistant
Length not more than 1200 mm
1.2 Dimension Height not more than 200 mm
Width not more than 400 mm
1.3 Weight Maximum of 16 kilograms
1.4 Ingress Protection (IP) Shall be rated a minimum of IP66
Minimum Vibration
1.5 Conforms to ANSI C136.31 for 2G Vibration
Resistance
Mechanical Impact Minimum of IK06 or equivalent to 1 joule
1.6
Protection (IK) (drop of 500g object from 20 cm height)
LED arrays, drivers, and surge protection
1.7 Modularity device should by modularly replaceable,
without need to dismantle.
Provisions for compatibility to wireless
1.8 Lighting Controls
lighting control protocols.
Luminaire shall mount on standard 2.375”
O.D. horizontal tenon with no more than
Mounting Arm
1.9 four 9/16-inches hex bolts and two-piece
Connection
clamp with vertical tilt adjustment range of
+/- 5%.
Luminaires shall have a 3-prong twist-lock
photocontrol receptacle in accordance to
ANSI C136.10. The PE socket needs to be
1.10 PE Cell Receptacle
able to rotate, so that the PE window can
always be positioned to face the North
direction.
Shall provide option for house side light
1.11 House Shield
control
Shall provide option for house side light
1.12 Optics
control
1.13 Cover Tempered glass cover
All screws shall be stainless steel. Captive
Miscellaneous screws or use of latches are needed on any
1.14
Hardware components that require maintenance after
installation.
Each luminaire must have a Bar Code
identifying its Catalog number, wattage and
current settings (e.g. 700mA, 525mA, or
1.15 Bar Code (Marking)
350mA). The bar code shall be attached
inside of housing door and must be easily
visible once door is opened.
2.0 Electrical Characteristics
Complies with the latest edition of AS/NZS
Applicable Electrical
2.1 3000:2007 – Electrical Installations – known
Code
as the Australia/New Zealand Wiring Rules.
230 volts AC, 60 Hz with fluctuation
2.2 Operating Voltage
tolerance of ±10%
Maximum amperage at LED must not
2.3 Operating Current exceed driver current to meet Lumen
Depreciation value described above
Not smaller than 2.0mm2 THHN stranded
2.4 Wire Type copper wire (supply connecting points)
using terminal blocks for connections
Wire Electrical
2.5 Complies with NEC Class 1
Insulation
2.6 Grounding Grounding in accordance in NEC 2
Minimum 50% savings compared with
2.7 Energy Efficiency
existing or installed lamps
System Power
2.8 Not more +/- 10W
Tolerance
High Capability Surge
Protection (separate
2.9 Minimum of 6kV level
device installed in the
luminaire)
Total Harmonic
2.10 ≤15%
Distortion
Should have a minimum power factor of
2.11 Power Factor
0.90
Operating Operating ambient temperature between
2.12
Temperature 10° C and 50° C
Dimmable and Design to operate
3.0 Luminaire Driver maintenance free for 50,000 hours.
The Driver and LED arrays shall be
designed for multi-current input operation,
with switchable ratings at 350 mA, 525 mA
and 700 mA.
Multi-current (dimming) driver output must
be within the operating limits.
Dimming functionality must be controllable
via wireless networked control system.
Provisions for compatibility to wireless
lighting control protocols.
The power draw of the luminaire (including
Off-state Power
3.1 PE or remote monitoring unit) shall not
Consumption
exceed 2.50 watts when in the off state.
Luminaire shall not consume more than 175
On-State Power
3.2 watts (not including optional
Consumption
monitoring/control device).
Shall consist of heat sink with no fans,
Cooling System (heat pumps, or liquids, and shall be resistant to
3.3
transfer) debris buildup that does not degrade heat
dissipation performance.
3.4 Frequency Input operating frequency of 60 Hz.
Voltage Fluctuation
3.5 +/- 10%
Tolerance
3.6 Electrical Insulation Class I
3.7 Efficiency Shall have an efficiency of at least 85%
The driver should be suitable for nominal
3.8 Input Voltage
230 volts, 60 Hz main supply
Should be designed to operate large array
Luminaire LED
3.9 high power LED’s through current
Performance
controlled output.
Minimum Luminaire
4.0 100 lm/W
Efficacy
Correlated Colour
4.1 ≥4000K
Temperature (CCT)
Minimum Colour
4.2 80 +/- 10
Rendering Index (CRI)
Lumen Maintenance of
LED source after
4.3 ≥95.0% or 0.95
6,000 hours of
operation
4.4 Minimum Operating LED Module(s)/array(s) shall deliver at least
Life of luminaireL70 at 70% of initial lumens when installed for a
50,000 hours minimum of 50,000 hours
5.0 Photometry
Average Road Surface
5.1 ≥ 1.0
Luminance, Cd/ m²
Overall Uniformity
5.2 ≥ 0.40
Ratio
Integrated total flux (lux) 30% above level
Minimum Total Lumen required to maintain compliance with
5.3
Output recommended illumination level parameters
indicated in the guidelines
Photometric
Should be in accordance in IESNA Type 3
5.4 Distribution (Light
Lighting Distribution.
Distribution)
IESNA Luminaire
5.5 Cutoff or TM-15: B3 U3 G3
Classification
6.0 Warranty
A warranty must be provided for the full
replacement of the luminaire due to any
failure for six (6) years. The warranty shall
provide for the repair or replacement of
defective electrical parts (including light
source and power supplies/ drivers chip,
and other accessory) for a minimum of
6.1 Period of Warranty
eight (8) years from the date of purchase.
Warranty covers luminaire integrity and
functionality: Luminaire housing, wiring and
connections; LED light source(s)-negligible
light output from more than 10% of the LED
sources constitutes luminaire failure; LED
driver(s)
Lamp Lumen
Depreciation (LLD) not
to exceed annualized
depreciation of 3.1%
Randomized selection of luminaires to be
after 20,000 hours of
tested at periodic intervals by independent
6.2 operation,
third-party laboratory, testing protocol to be
measurement period
determined by the Purchaser.
to begin after 1,000-
hour burn-in period,
net of Luminaire Dirt
Depreciation (LDD).
Replaceable/upgradable LED module on
6.3 Maintenance
the pole
Laboratory facility must be accredited
according to ISO/IEC 17025 and qualified
for pertinent testing of LED products
particularly LED for roadway lighting by a
6.4 3rd Party Test Report
recognized national or regional
accreditation body (ILAC/APLAC).
Certification or Accreditation document
must be provided to the Purchaser.

The luminaires shall be in accordance with the applicable requirements


of standard specifications listed as follows:

(a) ASTM A123: Specification for Black and Hot- Dipped Zinc Coated
(galvanized) Longitudinally Welded Steel Pipes

(b) IEC EN 60598-1: Luminaires - General requirements and tests

(c) IEC EN 60598-2-3: Particular requirements - Luminaires for Road &


Street Lighting

(d) IEC EN 62031: LED modules for general lighting – Safety


specifications

(e) EN 55015: Limits & methods of measurement of radio disturbance


characteristics of electrical lighting and similar equipment

(f) EN 61547: Equipment for general lighting purposes – EMC immunity


requirements
(g) EN 61000-3-2: Limits for Harmonic emissions (<16A per phase)

(h) EN 61000-3-3: Limitation of voltage fluctuation and flicker in Low-


voltage supply systems for equipment with rated current 16A

(i) EN 61347-1: General and Safety requirements for the driver

(j) EN 61347-2-13: Particular requirements for DC or AC supplied


electronic driver for LED modules

(k) (k) EN 62471: Photo biological safety of Lamps and lamp system

(l) LM-79-08: Approved Method: Electrical and Photometric Testing of


Solid-State Lighting Devices Describes the procedures for
performing standardized measurements of the power, light output,
and color characteristics of SSL products.

(m) LM-80-08: Approved Method: Measuring Lumen Depreciation of


LED Light Sources Specifies conditions for long-term testing of LED
packages, arrays, and modules

(n) IEC 62384: DC or AC supplied electronic control gear for LED


modules - Performance requirements

(o) BS5489-1:2013: Code of practice for the design of road lighting

(p) PNS 26:1992: Specification for Steel - Black and hot-dipped zinc
coated (galvanized) longitudinally welded steel pipes

624.2.2 Roadway Lighting Pole

The pole shall be constructed of hot dip galvanized GI pipe of 3 mm


minimum thickness, a minimum lower and upper diameter of 200 mm and
75mm diameter, average luminaire mounting height of 8-12 meters for the
single and double arm post, and a pole surface of matte or dull finished grade
in able to prevent glare. The pole should have the provision to hold the
weatherproof lamp housing individually per case. Structurally, these poles shall
be able to accommodate additional loads, allowing lighting equipment and
luminaires to be installed on them.

Each Pole shall have an inspection door or hand hole and shall have a
suitable gasketed screw cover. After the pole has been erected, sealed and
fixed in the foundation block, a coat of finishing aluminum paint shall be
applied. Pole shall be provided with galvanized steel anchor bolts threaded top
end and with a hooked bent at an angle end at the bottom. Size of the anchor
bolts shall be as indicated on the Plans.

Pole shaft shall comply with ASTM A53M, Standard Specification for
Pipe, Steel, Black and Hot Dipped, Zinc Coated, Welded and Seamless.
Anchor bases shall be provided with hot-dipped, galvanized steel
anchor bolts with double nuts and washers, threaded at the top end and
bended at 90 degrees at the bottom end. Galvanized nuts, washer, and
ornamental covers shall also be provided for anchor bolts. Galvanizing shall
be in accordance with the requirements of ASTM A153M, Standard
Specification for Zinc Coating (Hot-Dip) on Iron and Steel Hardware or
AASHTO M 111M, Standard Specification for Zinc (Hot-Dip Galvanized)
Coatings on Iron and Steel Products, or ASTM A123/A123M, Specification for
Zinc (Hot-Dip Galvanized) Coatings on Iron and Steel Products.

624.2.3 Mast Arm (Mounting Bracket)

The mast arm which is the same as horizontal bracket that is used to
support the luminaire shall have a length that is coordinated with the proper
photometric distribution.

The mast arm shall be fabricated using galvanized iron (GI) pipe and to
be fully hot-dipped galvanized after fabrication that are manufactured in
accordance with PNS 26:1992, Steel - Black and hot-dipped zinc coated
(galvanized) longitudinally welded steel pipes or ASTM A123- Black and Hot-
Dipped Zinc Coated (galvanized) Longitudinally Welded Steel Pipes (for
ordinary use) - Specification.

It shall be provided with mounting plate and stiffener to supplement its


load bearing capacity.

It shall be designed in accordance with the strength requirements of the


latest edition of PEC 2 and NSCP.

624.2.4 Electric Cables/Wiring

The electric cable shall be twin core PVC insulated water and UV
resistant copper cable of 1.5 mm minimum size.

All internal/external wiring shall conform with the latest edition of PEC
1 & 2.

The wiring used shall be heat resistant type with a temperature rating
of minimum 105°C. Samples of the heat resistant cable and cable
manufacturer specification shall be submitted.

624.2.5 Conduit

Metallic conduit shall be standard rigid steel, zinc coated or galvanized


steel conduit conforming to UL 6, Electrical Rigid Metal -Conduit Steel.

624.2.6 Conduit, Boxes, and Fittings

All conduit bodies, boxes and fittings shall be made watertight, dust tight
and galvanized steel conforming to UL 514B, Conduit, Tubing and Cable
Fittings. The terminal box on the module shall be designed for long-term
outdoor operation in harsh environments with an opening for replacing the
cable if necessary.

624.2.7 Roadway Lighting Pole Concrete Footing

Roadway lighting pole footing shall be Class A concrete conforming to


the requirements of Item 405, Structural Concrete.

The foundations and pads shall be designed in accordance with NSCP


to adequately support the luminaire and pole structure as well as resist wind
blows and vibrations inherent in the area where the poles are going to be
located.

624.2.8 Electrical Conductors and Grounding

Entire system shall be grounded and bonded in accordance with the


requirements of the latest edition of Philippines Electrical Code and shall
conform to the applicable requirements of National Electrical Code of the
Philippines Chapter 2, Use and Identification of Grounded Conductors.

Grounding wire shall be made of bare copper stranded, soft drawn wire
and shall be installed in one continuous length without splice or joint. Ground
rods shall be made of copper-clad steel of not less than 20 mm diameter x 3 in
in length driven in full length into earth. The size of the ground rod and ground
wells shall be as shown on the Plans and the resistance shall not be more than
5 ohms.

All conductors and grounding size shall not be less than the indicated
sizes as shown on the Plans.

624.2.9 Lighting Control Panel/Panelboard

All panel cards shall conform to the schedule of panelboards as shown


on the Plans with respect to supply characteristics, ratings of main lugs or main
circuit breaker, number, ratings, and capacities of branch circuit breakers.

Panelboard cabinets shall be designed and fabricated for pole surface


mounted. Enclosures shall be fabricated to be watertight, dust tight, temper
proof, dead front suitable for outdoor installation, and shall conform to the
applicable requirements of the National Electrical Manufacturers Association
(NEMA) 250, Enclosures for Electrical Equipment (1000 V Maximum), Type
3R, lockable with padlocks.

The panelboard cabinets shall be designed and fabricated for pole


surface mounted and shall be given two coats of light gray color both interior
and exterior cabinet.

Conduit entry shall be at the top and bottom. A directory holder shall be
provided inside the panel and ground lug for ground wire connection.
Nameplate of laminated plastic shall be attached by means of stainless-steel
rivets or permanent adhesive showing panelboard number.
624.2.10 Circuit Breakers

All circuit breakers shall be plug in and thermal magnetic type, manually
or electrically operated as required with ratings and capacity as shown on the
Plans and shall be in accordance with UL 489, Molded-Case Circuit Breakers,
Molded-Case Switches and Circuit-Breaker Enclosures.

All circuit breakers shall have inverse-time tripping characteristics on


overload and instantaneous trip on short circuits. It shall have quick make or
break toggle mechanism, trip-free operating handle, and shall be equipped with
arc quenches. Each multi-pole breaker shall be designed to have a common
trip so that an overload or short on one pole will automatically cause all poles
of the breakers to open.

624.2.11 Terminal Connector

Connectors for wiring shall be rated at least 600 volts and shall be of
the following types:

For 5.5 mm² and smaller conductors/cables: Rugged material, such as


phenolic, shall be mounted end-to-end without spacing. The pressure type tin
plate copper connectors shall have non-flammable and self-extinguishing
insulation with temperature rating equal to that of the conductor insulation.

For 8.0 mm² and above conductors/cables: Type of construction shall


be one-piece and material shall be phenolic. Terminal configuration shall be
done by binding screw terminals. Solderless type connector made of compact,
high strength, high copper alloy, split-bolt, free running threads and highly
resistant to corrosion and cracking shall be used. Maximum pressure and
assure/secure connection on all combinations of run and tap conductors shall
be provided.

624.2.12 Emergency Lighting System

ln case of power failure, a minimum lighting illumination level shall be


immediately available from designated emergency light fixtures as well as from
emergency exit signaling which are both deriving electric power from UPS
Battery as indicated on the Plans.

The minimum lighting shall be available for 30 min to cover the


necessary margin of elapsed time in-between power supply interruption and
back-up power operation.

624.2.13 Main Feeder Distribution System

The main feeder distribution system shall be composed of conduit,


electrical conductors and light control or panel board conforming to the material
requirements specified herein.
624.2.14 Underground Electrical Works

Underground electrical works shall conform to the material


requirements of Item 633 of DPWH Standard Specifications (Vol. II), Cable
Duct System.

624.2.15 Corrosion Protection

Ferrous metal raceways, cable armor, boxes, cable sheathing,


cabinets, elbows, couplings, nipples, fittings, supports, and support hardware
shall be permitted to be installed in concrete or in direct contact with soil.
Corrosion protection shall be provided in areas subject to severe corrosive
influences were made of material approved for the condition, or were provided
with corrosion protection approved for the condition as indicated in the Plans
or as approved by the Engineer.

624.2.16 System Protection

All roadway lighting systems shall be protected by an overcurrent


device. The overcurrent device shall be size rated or setting not higher than
the allowable ampacity of the conductor. The circuit breakers shall be of the
thermal magnetic type having inverse-time tripping characteristics on overload
and instantaneous trip on short circuits, shall be equipped with arc quenches,
shall have quick-make and quick-break toggle mechanism, and shall have trip-
free operating handles. Each multi-pole breaker shall have a common trip so
that an overload on one pole will automatically cause all poles of the breakers
to open.

624.2.17 Testing

All tests on the luminaire and its components shall be performed in


accordance with applicable testing procedures and acceptance criteria of
applicable PNS. Certified test reports for all types of tests conducted shall be
submitted prior to shipment of the luminaires.

A quality assurance scheme shall be established during the


manufacture of the luminaires to ensure the quality of the product leaving the
factory.

The scheme shall cover the assurance of the quality of incoming


materials, methods of welding, casting, molding, forging, fabrication, assembly
and final testing and inspection of the finished product.

A full type test for luminaire shall be in accordance with IEC 60598-2-3.
For the humidity test, it shall be carried out at a relative humidity around 95%
and at an ambient temperature of 28°C.

LEDs shall have test reports from IESNA LM80-08 and TM-21-11
qualified for relevant LED product testing.
624.3 Construction Requirements

All works shall be executed in the best practice in a workmanlike manner by


qualified and experienced electricians under the immediate supervision of a duly
Registered Electrical Engineer.

624.3.1 Roadway Lighting Poles

All roadway lighting poles shall be constructed of cold rolled mild steel
of a sufficient gauge having yield strength of not less than 248.2 Mpa and shall
be followed with a prime coat of paint within 24 hours. The prime coat of paint
shall be compatible with the finish coat of paint.

Pole shall be threaded at the top end of the foundation and adjustment
shall be provided for permanent vertical position with the bracket arm in proper
position for luminaire location and size as shown on the Plans.

The pole shall be provided with a hand hole and grounding lug
attachment at the elevation and a cable entry slot sized and located as shown
on the plans. The slot shall be free of burrs and sharp edges.

624.3.2 Luminaire Assembly

Luminaire assembly shall be strongly constructed, weatherproof, hail


proof, insect proof, corrosion proof, solar (including ultra-violet) resistant, and
vandal resistant. It shall be mounted horizontally on a mast arm and shall be
mechanically clamped to a 48-60 mm nominal diameter metal pipe end of the
mast arm and adjusted to the required position using a clamping plate with at
least two (2) - 9.5 mm minimum diameter hexagonal head clamping bolts if
applicable. The luminaire shall pass the IEC 60598 vibration test.

The luminaire housing shall bear a nameplate that identify it as to type,


rating, manufactured date, manufacturer and catalog data.

624.3.3 Ballast

Ballasts shall be of the encapsulated or vacuum impregnated type; The


process of vacuum impregnation shall be such that the interstices of the
windings are completely filled with the impregnating material. Connections shall
be brought out to a suitable brass screw terminal block mounted on the ballast
housing. Terminal blocks with steel screws will not be acceptable.

624.3.4 Conduit

All electrical conduits and fittings shall be installed in their correct


positions and locations as shown on the Plans. The conduits shall be directly
embedded in earth, except under paved areas and roadways, the conduit shall
be encased in concrete and end of conduits shall be plugged with patching
compounds at all outlets, or boxes at the ends of conduits to keep the conduits
dry. Trenches in which the PVC conduits are laid shall follow the alignment as
indicated on the Plans. In trenches and sidewalks, the PVC conduit shall be
laid on 10 cm sand bed and covered by a layer of sand, 20 cm on thick
measured from the upper level of the bed. For trenches under paved areas the
same procedures shall be followed except the concrete shall be used in the
place of sand. After placing the concrete, the remaining part of the trench shall
be backfilled up to the subgrade level with soil compacted properly. Cables shall
be installed in one length from point to point and no joints shall be permitted.
Before the cables are pulled, the Contractor shall see to it that the conduits are
continuous and clear of debris, stone, and sand. Sharp bends shall not be
permitted. A minimum covering of 0.45 in under the pavement shall be required
for the conduits under the roadway.

624.3.5 Conduit, Boxes, and Fittings

Conduit boxes for pulling and splicing wires and outlet boxes shall be
provided for installation of wiring devices and. As a rule, junction boxes or pull
boxes in all runs greater than 30-inch. in length, for horizontal runs. For other
lengths, boxes shall be provided as required for splicing or pulling. Pull boxes
shall be installed in inconspicuous but accessible locations. Conduit boxes shall
be installed plumb and securely fastened. They shall be set flush with the
surface of the structure in which they are installed where conduits are run
concealed.

All conduits shall be fitted with approved standard galvanized bushing


and locknuts where they enter cabinets and conduit boxes. Junction and pull
boxes of code gauge steel shall be provided as indicated on the Plans or as
required to facilitate the pulling of wires and cables.

624.3.6 Roadway Lighting Pole Concrete Footing

The shape of Roadway lighting pole concrete footing shall be as shown


on the Plans.

Excavation and backfill for foundation including disposal of surplus


material shall be provided. Excavated holes for concrete footings shall be neat
or properly formed and fi.ee from loose materials when the concrete is placed.

When placed, the concrete shall be wall consolidated to completely fill


and devoid in the hole and around the pole when embedded. Concrete shall be
moist wired and for not less than 4 days.

Anchor bolt circle dimensions shall be furnished and rigid template shall
be used to center the anchor bolts in the foundation with exposed threaded
ends, at least three (3) threads vertically positioned in concrete. Unless
otherwise specified, the template shall be oriented so that the mast arm of the
lighting standard is perpendicular to the centerline of the roadway. The top of
the concrete foundation shall be constructed in level and only shims used to
rake the lighting standard shall be permitted. Shims with break-away couplings
shall not be permitted. Each foundation shall have an imprinted arrow/s on the
top of the foundation to indicate the direction of the cable duct run.
624.3.7 Electrical Conductors and Grounding

All electrical conductors and grounding shall be furnished and installed


by the Contractor with the sizes as indicated on the plans. All connection shall
be mechanically and electrically sound and secured by insulating tape.
Solderless connectors of approved type shall be used for making connections
of power cables. The insulations in then shall be built up again to normal
thickness with rubber and vinyl plastic tapes. Splices in conductors shall only
be made at pull boxes, handholes or cabinets. No kicks or abrasions in the
insulation or protection covering shall be found in installed conductors.

All grounding system installation shall be executed in accordance with


the Plans. Grounding system shall include ground rods and ground wire taps
as shown in the approved design. The ground wire is connected to the top or
side of the ground rod. The ground rod, ground wire connection is made by a
thermo-weld process. The wire and ground rod are required to be free of
oxidized materials, moisture, and other contaminates prior to inserting the wire
and the ground rod into the properly sized mold. The welding material is
required to sufficiently cover and secure the conductor to the rod. The
completed connection is required to be nonporous. This connection includes a
quick-disconnect type connector kit so that in the event of a pole knockdown
the connection readily breaks without damage to the buried conductor.

624.3.8 Lighting Control Panel/Panelboard

All panelboards shall be installed by the Contractor at the locations


indicated on the Drawings. All panels shall be of dead front construction
furnished with trims for surface mounting. Electrical components shall be
completely wired and installed in the enclosure in proper position and ready for
operation. Power cables shall enter the panelboard enclosure through conduits.
All branch circuit conduits shall enter the panelboard from the bottom.

624.3.9 Circuit Breakers

Circuit breakers shall be mounted so that any individual branch


breakers can be removed without disturbing adjacent units or without loosening
or removing supplement insulation.

624.3.10 Test and Guarantee

Upon completion of the electrical construction work, the Contractor shall


provide all test equipment. The Contractor shall then submit copies of all test
results to the Engineer.

After the installation of all cables, the Contractor shall test the insulation
resistance of all feeders and connected equipment with a 600-V megger for
grounds and short circuits. testing shall include measuring of insulation
resistance. These measurements shall be recorded by feeder and branch
circuit number indicating the resistance values between phases and ground.
All effective and calibrated apparatus, materials and labor required for
conducting tests shall be supplied and made available by the Contractor.

The Contractor shall guarantee that the electrical installation is done


and in accordance with the Plans and Specifications.

624.4 Method of Measurement

The work under this item shall be measured either by pieces, set or lump sum,
actually placed and installed as shown on the Plans.

The quantity of roadway lighting and electrical works to be paid for shall be the
number of lighting poles of single and double luminaires to include all conduits,
luminaires, all wirings, panelboard, nuts, washer, fasteners, conduit clamps, bolts,
capacitors, coils and others including all necessary materials and accessories needed
for moisture and fungus control, corrosion protections and all other incidentals needed
to make the system operational and accepted to comply with the requirements of the
latest edition of the Philippine Electrical Code, and any other ordinances including
payment of necessary permits from local enforcing authorities.

The concrete footing will be measured and paid for as provided under Item 405,
Structural Concrete. The quantity of structural concrete to be paid for shall be the final
quantity placed and accepted in the completed structure.

Reinforcing steel bars will be measured and paid for as provided under Item
404, Reinforcing Steel. The quantity to be paid for shall be the final quantity placed
and accepted in the completed footing.

624.5 Basis of Payment

All works performed and measured and as provided for in the Bill of Quantities
shall be paid for at the Unit Bid or Contract Unit Price which payment shall constitute
full compensation including labor, materials, tools and incidentals necessary to
complete this Item.

Payment will be made under:

Unit of
Pay Item Number Description
Measurement

624 (2) a3 Double Arm Post with Street Lights, Each


Except 12-m

624 (5) Lighting Control Panel Each

624 (6) Main Distribution Feeder System Lump Sum

624 (9) Underground Electrical Works Lump Sum

624 (10) Roadway Lighting Lump Sum

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