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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Volume III: CIVIL AND ARCHITECTURAL SPECIFICATIONS

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SECTION NO. DESCRIPTION PAGE No.

Project No.: KW.11.0209 TABLE OF CONTENTS Project Name: Hisham Abdullah Hamed Al-Sager Cardiac Center 11 March 2013

DIVISION 1 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Section 01009 Important Note 01009-1 - 1 Section 01010 Summary of the Works 01010-1 - 7

Section 01025 Applications for Payment 01025-1 - 2 Section 01030 Alternatives 01030- 1 - 2 Section 01035 Modification Procedures 01035-1 - 2 Section 01039 Coordination and meetings 01039-1 - 3 Section 01040 Project Coordination 01040-1 - 2 Section 01045 Cutting and Patching 01045-1 - 2

Section 01050 Field Engineering 01050-1 - 3 Section 01090 References 01090- 1 - 1 Section 01200 Project Meetings 01200-1 - 3 Section 01300 Submittals (Product Data, Architectural Samples & Mock-ups) 01300-1 - 5

Section 01315 CPM Schedules 01315-1 - 6 Section 01340 Shop, Records and As Built Drawings 01340-1 - 4

Section 01380 Construction Photographs 01380-1 - 2

Section 01400 Quality Control 01400-1 - 4 Section 01410 Testing Laboratory Services 01410-1 - 3

Section 01421 Reference Standards and Definitions 01421-1 - 5 Section 01500 Construction Facilities and Temporary Controls 01500-1 -13 Section 01514 Temporary Telephone 01514- 1 - 2 Section 01530 Barriers and Enclosures 01530-1 - 2

Section 01569 Construction Cleaning 01569-1 - 1 Section 01580 Project Identification and Signs 01580-1 - 2

Section 01590 Project Field Offices and Sheds 01590-1 - 11 Section 01600 Materials and Equipment 01600-1 - 3 Section 01631 Equals and Substitutes 01631-1 - 2 Section 01700 Contract Closeout 01700-1 - 4

Section 01710 Final Cleaning 01710-1 - 1 Section 01720 Project Record Documents 01720-1 - 2

Section 01730 Operation and Maintenance Data 01730-1 - 3

Section 01740 Warranties 01740-1 - 4 Section 01750 Maintenance Period Duties 01750-1 - 4

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DIVISION NO./

DIVISION 2 – SITE WORKS

Section 02010 Subsurface Investigation 02010- 1 – 1 Section 02100 Site Preparation 02100-1 – 2 Section 02140 Dewatering 02140-1 - 3

Section 02200 Earthwork 02200-1 - 7 Section 02210 Lightweight Fill 02210-1 - 3 Section 02281 Termite Control 02281-1 – 3 Section 02510 Road Paving 02510-1 - 3 Section 02525 Precast Concrete Kerbs 02525-1 - 2 Section 02580 Roadway and Parking markings and Signs 02580-1 - 1

Section 02760 Traffic marking Paint 02760-1 - 1 Section 02810 Landscape Irrigation System 02810-1 -10 Section 02900 Landscaping Works 02900-1 - 4 Section 02920 Planting Soil Mix 02920-1 - 3 Section 02925 Planting Procedures and Materials 02925-1 - 6

Section 02950 Trees, Shrubs, Vines and Ground Covers 02950-1 - 4

Section 02960 Hardscape Materials 02960-1 - 3 Section 02970 Landscape Maintenance 02970-1 - 3

DIVISION 3 – CONCRETE

Section 03100 Concrete Formwork 03100 – 1 – 7 Section 03200 Concrete Reinforcement 03200 – 1 – 6 Section 03300 Cast-in-place Concrete 03300 – 1 – 25 Section 03345 Concrete Finishes 03345 – 1 – 3 Section 03521 Lightweight Concrete 03521 – 1 – 4 Section 03532 Concrete Screed 03532 – 1 – 5 Section 03600 Grout 03600 – 1 – 5 Section 03998 Concrete Repair 03998 – 1 - 3 DIVISION 4 – MASONRY

Section 04200 Concrete Unit Masonry 04200-1 -14 Section 04400 Exterior Stone Works 04400- 1 - 7

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DIVISION 5 – METALS

Section 05120 Structural Steel 05120-1 - 7 Section 05500 Metal Fabrications 05500-1 - 8 Section 05501 Miscellaneous Metal Work 05501-1 - 8 Section 05521 Pipe and tube Raililng 05521-1 - 7 Section 05530 Gratings 05530-1 - 3 Section 05530 Gratings (Ceiling) 05530-1 - 3 DIVISION 6 – WOOD AND PLASTIC

Section 06100 Rough Carpentry 06100-1 - 7 Section 06420 Interior Architectural Wood Work 06420-1 - 15 DIVISION 7– THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

Section 07100 Under slab Waterproofing Barrier Membrane 07100-1 - 5

Section 07105 Bituminous Membrane Waterproofing 07105-1 - 4 Section 07120 Fluid Applied Waterproofing 07120-1 - 3 Section 07140 Cementitious Waterproofing 07140 – 1 - 4 Section 07160 Bituminous Damp proofing 07160-1 - 3 Section 07210 Building Insulation 07210-1 - 3 Section 07243 External Rendering 07243-1 - 5

Section 07500 Protected Membrane Roofing 07500-1 - 6 Section 07600 Metal Flashing and Sheet Metal Work 07600-1 - 4

Section 07841 Through-Penetration Firestop System 07841-1 - 7

Section 07900 Exterior Sealants 07900-1 - 7 Section 07905 Interior Sealants 07905-1 - 4

Section 07920 Joint Sealants 07920-1 - 8 DIVISION 8 – WINDOWS AND DOORS

Section 08110 Interior Hollow Metal Doors and Frames 08110-1 - 7 Section 08210 Wood Doors and Frames 08210-1 - 6

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DIVISION NO./

Section 08311 Access Doors and Frames 08311-1 - 4 Section 08520 Aluminum Doors, Windows and Louvers 08520-1 - 9 Section 08710 Finish Hardware 08710-1 -20 Section 08800 Glazing 08800-1 -13 Section 08805 Glass and Glazing - Internal 08805-1 -10 DIVISION 9 – FINISHES

Section 09200 Lath and Plaster 09200-1 -10 Section 09210 Artisan Plaster 09210-1 - 7 Section 09225 Glass Fiber Reinforced Gypsum 08225-1 – 7

Section 09260 Gypsum Board Assemblies 08260-1 - 7 Section 09271 Glass Reinforced Gypsum Fabricants 09271-1 - 3

Section 09310 Ceramic Tile 09310-1 - 8 Section 09410 Precast Terrazzo Tiles 09410-1 - 5 Section 09638 Stone Flooring 09638-1 - 7 Section 09650 Resilient Flooring 09650-1 - 5

Section 09656 Resilient Terrazzo Tile 09656-1 – 6 Section 09680 Carpeting 09680-1 – 6

Section 09900 Paints and Coatings 09900-1 -12 DIVISION 10 – SPECIALTIES

Section 10430 Exterior Signs 10430-1 - 4 Section 10440 Interior Signs 10440-1 – 6 Section 10810 Toilet Accessories 10810-1 - 9 DIVISION 12 – FURNISHING

Section 12482 Entrance Mat 10810-1 - 2 DIVISION 14 – CONVEYING SYSTEMS

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Project No.: KW.11.0209 TABLE OF CONTENTS DOCUMENT III -1

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Document III-1, General Specifications shall include the following:

1. MPW General Specifications roads administration December 1984. 2. MPW General Specification for building engineering work 1990.

3. MEW General Specifications for electrical installation 1984 or latest amendment.

4. Similarly for fresh and brackish water network, electrical work and other related works, the General Specification for water works and electrical works (both latest editions) as issued by MEW.

5. For telephone works, the General Specifications and regulations of MOC shall be followed when applicable and otherwise is not provided.

6. Specifications and regulations of other Ministries of the State of Kuwait shall also be taken into account where appropriate.

7. Notwithstanding anything herein the contractor shall be responsible for complying in all respect with such by laws and regulations as may be in-force at the time of execution of the works.

The above specifications are not provided with the contract documents but shall be purchased by the contractor from the concerned Ministries.

Clauses in the above specifications which are concerned with methods of measurement and payment, or matters relating thereto, shall not be applicable to this contract.

Particular attention is drawn to Document III-2 (Particular Specification) which provides the specifications for certain items and are must be taken to adopt such, where Particular Specification are provided.

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IMPORTANT NOTE 01009-1 Project No.: KW.11.0209 11 March 2013

SECTION 01009 IMPORTANT NOTE

1. FOR ANY WORK/S NOT COVERED BY THE FOLLOWING SPECIFICATIONS, THE GENERAL SPECIFICATION, LAWS, BYE-LAWS, RULES AND REGULATIONS ISSUED BY THE VARIOUS MINISTRIES AND STATUTORY AUTHORITIES HAVING JURISDICTION; SUCH AS THE MINISTRY OF PUBLIC WORKS (AND ITS VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS LIKE SANITARY ENGINEERING AND ROADS/HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT), THE MINISTRY OF ELECTRICITY AND WATER, THE MINISTRY OF COMMUNICATIONS, THE KUWAIT MUNICIPALITY, THE KUWAIT FIRE BRIGADE, ETC. ETC. SHALL APPLY.

IT WILL BE THE CONTRACTOR’S RESPONSIBILITY TO ASCERTAIN THE NAMES OF ALL THE MINISTRIES AND AUTHORITIES HAVING JURISDICTION, THE DETAILS OF THEIR APPLICABLE STATUTES, AND THE METHODS TO ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH THEM IN CONSONANCE WITH OTHER CONTRACT CONDITIONS LIKE THE PROGRAMME OF WORK ETC.

2. INCASE THERE IS A CONFLICT BETWEEN THE VARIOUS TENDER DOCUMENTS, THE TENDERER SHALL PRICE FOR THE MOST EXPENSIVE COMBINATION OF REQUIREMENTS.

3. “SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION DATE” AND “THE TURN OVER DATE” MEAN THE SAME.

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SUMMARY OF THE WORKS 01010-1 Project No.: KW.11.0209 11 March 2013

SECTION 01010 SUMMARY OF THE WORKS PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Work covered by this Contract B. Work performed under other contracts C. Contractor's use of premises

D. Occupancy E. Standards

F. Abbreviations and Symbols G. Samples of work

H. Future Works

1.02 WORK COVERED BY THIS CONTRACT

A. The scope of work to be executed under this Contract originally comprised the construction, completion, commissioning, handover and maintenance of Buildings and External Works for Site Hisham Abdullah Hamed Al-Sager Cardiac Center.

B. The site is located at Cardiac Campus / Sabah Medical Center, Kuwait. The Project site components are identified as follows:-

• Clinic Building and other amenities on site 4550 square meter plot belonging to the owner. C. The works will consist of, but not limited to the following

1. Excavation.

2. Structural reinforced concrete frame work complete including foundation 3. Block walls/ Dry walls

4. Floor, wall and ceiling finishes 5. Doors, windows and glazing 6. External and internal finishes 7. Miscellaneous metal works. 8. External cladding

9. Conveying systems

10. Plumbing and drainage works 11. Mechanical firefighting works 12. Swimming pool.

13. Electrical works 14. Home automations 15. Hard and soft landscaping

16. Fixed furniture, sanitary fixtures, toilet accessories etc. 17. Parking

A complete picture of the works shall, however, be obtained from a study of all the tender documents taken together.

E. Maintenance of all the works for two years from the Date of Substantial Completion. F. Guaranteed maintenance of designated works for longer periods.

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1.03 Nominated Contractor to be determined by Owner 1.04 Nominated Contractor

1.05 WORK PERFORMED UNDER OTHER CONTRACTS 1.06 COORDINATION ETC. WITH OTHER CONTRACTORS

A. The Contractor shall allow for all costs in connection with scheduling and executing his construction operations in conjunction with works by other Contractors.

B. Items indicated on Drawings as NIC (Not in Contract), where indicated in Contract Documents, provide “roughing” and services to NIC items.

C. Co-ordinate and co-operate fully with other separate contractors, within and outside the site boundaries, so that work under those contracts may be carried out smoothly, without interfering with or delaying work under this contract.

1.07 USE OF SITE

A. Contractor shall include for scheduling and executing construction operations and works at the site to allow: 1. Public Usage of adjacent roads and facilities by the public.

2. Requirements regarding suppression of noise shall be in accordance with Specification Section 01500. In addition the Contractor is prohibited from using such machinery or executing demolition works or debris removal in a way which in the Engineer's opinion would create unacceptable noise levels.

1.08 EMPLOYER OCCUPANCY

A. With the Contractor's agreement (which shall not be unreasonably withheld) the Employer may take possession of parts of the Works as they are completed, provided they can be used conveniently and all necessary access, services and other associated facilities are also complete.

B. Schedule and substantially complete designated portions of Work for Employer's use prior to Substantial Completion of entire Work.

C. Any such Employer occupancy in advance of Substantial completion of the entire project shall be in compliance with Clause 48 (1) of Document II.

1.09 STANDARDS

A. All reference to codes, specifications and standards referred to in the Contract Documents shall mean the latest edition, amendment or revision of such reference standard in effect as of the date of these Tender Documents.

1.10 ABBREVIATIONS AND SYMBOLS

A. Reference to any Technical Society, Institution, Association or Government Authority is referred to in the Specifications in accordance with internationally recognized abbreviations.

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1.11 SAMPLES OF WORK

A. Reasonable samples of all work shall be executed on site if required by and for the approval of the Engineer or Engineer's Representative, whether specifically specified as mock ups or not all at the expense of the Contractor. All materials, and workmanship thereafter shall conform fully with-the approved samples. PART 2 - PRODUCTS

NOT USED

PART 3 - EXECUTION NOT USED

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APPLICATIONS FOR PAYMENT 01025-1 Project No.: KW.11.0209 11 March 2013

SECTION 01025 APPLICATIONS FOR PAYMENT PART 1 - GENERAL

A. Procedures for preparation and submittal of applications for payment. 1.02 FORMAT

A. Application and Certificate for Payment Form and other related forms to be provided by the Engineer’s Representative and approved by the Engineer.

B. For each item, provide a column for listing each of the following: 1. Item Number.

2. Description of work. 3. Scheduled Values. 4. Previous Applications.

5. Work in Place and Stored Materials under this Application. 6. Authorized Variation Orders.

7. Total Completed and Stored to Date of Application. 8. Percentage of Completion.

9. Balance to Finish. 10. Retainage. 1.03 PREPARATION OF APPLICATIONS

A. Present required information in typewritten form.

B. Execute certification by signature of authorized personnel.

C. Use data from approved Schedule of Values. Provide K.D. value in each column for each line item for portion of work performed and for stored (Material on Site) Products.

D. List each authorized Variation Order as an extension on a Continuation Sheet, listing Variation Order number and K.D. amount as for an original item of Work. Insert percentage of work completed against each Variation Order.

E. List all Material on Site (Stored Products). Attach all Purchase Orders and material Purchase invoices: utilize approved format.

F. Prepare Application for Final Payment as specified in Section 01700. 1.04 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. Submit two copies of each Application for Payment with supportive Data.

B. Submit two copies of an updated construction schedule with each Application for Payment. C. Payment Period: Submit at intervals stipulated in the Agreement.

D. Submit with transmittal letter as specified for Submittals in Section 01300. 1.05 SUBSTANTIATING DATA

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APPLICATIONS FOR PAYMENT 01025-2 Project No.: KW.11.0209 11 March 2013

B. Provide one copy of data with cover letter for each copy of submittal. Show application number and date, and line item by number and description.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS NOT USED

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ALTERNATIVES 01030-1 Project No.: KW.11.0209 11 March 2013

SECTION 01030 ALTERNATIVES PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 ALTERNATIVE AND SUBSTITUTE PRODUCTS

A. Definition: The term “product” shall mean any material including proprietary goods, equipment and manufactured items.

B. The specifying of manufacturers or their products by name, trade name, catalogue number, etc., shall not act to relieve the Contractor either from his responsibility to meet other specification requirements, or from his responsibility to make material submittals for approval.

C. Alternative Products: References herein to “approved equal” or similar terms shall mean that the approval of the Engineer is required to any alternative product proposed by the Contractor. The Contractor’s freedom, however, to propose alternatives for the Engineer’s review and approval, shall not be limited to those products in respect of which the term “approved equal” or similar has been used in the Contract Documents, and he may propose alternatives to any specified products provided such alternatives are equal in all respects to the quality, durability and performance characteristics of the specified product.

D. Substitute products: If the Contractor is unable to obtain the specified product in spite of his best endeavours, and if he is unable to find and propose a suitable equal alternative he may propose a substitute for the Engineer’s review and approval, which substitute shall be similar to, and as near as possible equal if not better than the quality, durability and performance characteristics of the specified product. A substitute product will only be considered if the Contractor has proved to the Engineer’s reasonable satisfaction that the specified product is unobtainable.

E. Engineer’s approval of alternatives and substitutes: The approval of any alternative or substitute product shall be solely at the discretion of the Engineer and such approval shall in no way relieve the Contractor of any of his liabilities and obligations under the Contract. The burden of proof in satisfying the Engineer as to the suitability of any proposed alternative or substitute product shall rest with the Contractor, and the Engineer may request and the Contractor shall provide such supporting data, carry out such tests, etc., as the Engineer may reasonably require in order tosatisfy himself as to such suitability. Any delays or extra costs suffered by the Contractor because of his failure to propose alternatives timorously so as to allow the Engineer reasonable time to review, or because of rejection of alternatives or substitutes found by the Engineer to be unsuitable, shall be the responsibility of the Contractor and he shall not be entitled to additional payment nor extra time for completion in this respect.

F. Cost effect in approving alternatives and substitutes: Should any alternative or substitute product be approved by the Engineer, any net increase in cost over and above the specified product shall be borne by the Contractor and, any net saving in cost shall be to the benefit of the Employer.

Alternative or substitute products where permitted and approved, must conform to the Engineer’s designed space requirements. Any such alternative or substitute product that does not meet such space requirements, whether approved or not, shall be replaced at the Contractor’s expense and any modification of replaced systems thereby arising shall also be made at his expense.

G. Submission of details of alternatives and substitutes: With any alternative or substitute proposal, submit copies of detailed specifications, brochures, etc., and quotations, in respect of the alternative or substitute materials proposed, for the Engineer’s review and approval.

PART 2 – PRODUCT Not Applicable.

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ALTERNATIVES 01030-2 Project No.: KW.11.0209 11 March 2013

PART 3 – EXECUTION Not Applicable.

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MODIFICATION PROCEDURES 01035-1 Project No.: KW.11.0209 11 March 2013

SECTION 01035 MODIFICATION PROCEDURES PART 1 - GENERAL

B. Documentation of variation in Contract Price and Time for Completion C. Variation procedures

D. Construction Variation Directive E. Price of Variation Order F. Execution of Variation Orders G. Correlation of Contractor submittals 1.02 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit name of the individual authorized to receive variation documents, and be responsible for informing others in Contractor's employ or Subcontractors of variations to the Work.

B. Variation Order Forms: Forms will be developed by the Engineer’s Representative and approved by the Engineer.

1.03 DOCUMENTATION OF VARIATION IN CONTRACT PRICE AND TIME FOR COMPLETION Pursuant to Clause No. 51 and 52 of the Particular Conditions, the Contractor shall :

A. Maintain detailed records of work done on a stipulated price basis. Provide full information required for evaluation of proposed variations, and to substantiate costs of variations in the Work.

B. Document each quotation for a variation in cost or time with sufficient data to allow evaluation of the quotation.

C. Provide additional data to support computations: 1. Quantities of products, labor, and equipment. 2. Taxes, insurance, and guarantees or bonds. 3. Overhead and profit.

4. Justification for any variation in Time for Completion 5. Unit rates for additions/deletions.

Note : Price analysis is to be submitted if the contract rates are not applicable to subject variations.

D. Support each claim for additional costs, and for work done on a stipulated price basis, with additional information:

1. Origin and date of claim.

2. Dates and times work was performed, and by whom. 3. Time records and wage rates paid.

4. Invoices and receipts for products, equipment, and subcontracts, similarly documented. 1.04 VARIATION PROCEDURES

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A. The Engineer will advise of minor variations in the Work not involving an adjustment to Contract Price or Time of Completion as authorized in writing.

B. The Engineer may issue a Proposal Request which includes a detailed description of a proposed variation with supplementary or revised Drawings and specifications, a variation in Contract Time for executing the variation with a stipulation of any overtime work required and the period of time during which the requested price will be considered valid. Contractor will prepare and submit an estimate within the requested time. C. The Engineer may issue a Proposal Request which requests the Contractor to submit alternative options for

specific item(s), with all related drawings and specifications for the Engineer’s consideration.

D. The Contractor may propose a variation by submitting a request for variation to the Engineer, describing the proposed variation and its full effect on the Work, with a statement describing the reason for the variation, and the effect on the Contract Price and Contract Time with full documentation and a statement describing the effect on Work by separate or other contractors. Document any requested substitutions in accordance with the relevant section/s.

1.05 CONSTRUCTION VARIATION DIRECTIVE

A. The Owner may issue a directive to the Engineer/Engineer Representative instructing the Contractor to proceed with a variation in the Work, for subsequent inclusion in a Variation Order.

B. After receiving this directive and within the period requested or within a reasonable period, the Contractor is to submit his price and details to the Engineer’s Representative for issuing a Variation Order.

C. Promptly execute the variation in Work. 1.06 VARIATION ORDER PRICE

A. Based on Proposal Request and Contractor's priced quotation or Contractor's request for a Variation Order by the Engineer, and negotiated with the Contractor, the Engineer will then determine the Variation Order price.

1.08 EXECUTION OF VARIATION ORDERS

A. The Engineer will issue Variation Orders for signatures of parties for formalizing the variation order as provided in the Conditions of the Contract.

1.09 CORRELATION OF CONTRACTOR SUBMITTALS

A. Promptly revise Schedule of Values and Application for Payment forms to record each authorized Variation Order as a separate line item and adjust the Contract Price.

B. Promptly revise progress schedules to reflect any variation in Time of Completion, revise sub-schedules to adjust times for other items of work affected by the variation, and resubmit.

C. Promptly enter variations in Project Record Documents. PART 2 - PRODUCTS

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CORDINATION AND MEETINGS 01039-1 Project No.: KW.11.0209 11 March 2013

SECTION - 01039 COORDINATION AND MEETINGS PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES A. Coordination

B. Preconstruction conference C. Site mobilisation conference D. Progress meetings E. Preinstallation conferences 1.02 RELATED SECTIONS A. Section 01050 - Field Engineering 1.03 COORDINATION

A. Coordinate scheduling, submittals, and Work of the various sections of Specifications to ensure efficient and orderly sequence of installation of interdependent construction elements.

B. Coordinate work of various sections having interdependent responsibilities for installing, connecting to, and placing in service, such equipment.

C. Coordinate space requirements and installation of mechanical and electrical work which are indicated diagrammatically on Drawings. Follow routing shown for pipes, ducts and conduit as closely as practicable; place runs parallel with line of building. Utilize spaces efficiently to maximum accessibility for other installations, for maintenance, and for repairs.

D. In finished areas conceal pipes, ducts and wiring within the construction. Coordinate locations of fixtures and outlets with finish elements.

E. Coordinate completion and clean up of work of separate sections in preparation for Substantial Completion and for portions of work designated for Employers partial occupancy.

F. After Employer occupancy of premises, coordinate access to site for correction of defective work and work not in accordance with Contract Documents, to minimise disruption of Employer’s activities.

1.04 PRECONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE

A. Employer and Engineer will schedule a conference after Contractor has selected his major sub-trades and prior to signing of Employer/Contractor Agreement.

B. Attendance Required; Employer, Engineer and Contractor. C. Agenda:

1. Submission of list of Subcontractors, list of products, schedules of values and progress schedule. 2. Designation of responsible personnel and manpower organization.

3. Procedures and processing of field decisions, shop drawings, submittals, substitutions, applications for payments, proposal requests, variations, checklists and Contract closeout procedures.

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5. Use of premises by Employer and Contractor. 6. Employer’s requirements.

1.05 SITE MOBILISATION CONFERENCE

A. Engineer and Employer will schedule a conference at the Project Site prior to Contractor occupancy. B. Attendance Required: Employer, Engineer, Contractor.

C. Agenda:

1. Use of premises by Employer and Contractor 2. Employer’s requirements

3. Construction facilities and controls provided by Contractor 4. Temporary Utilities provided by Contractor

5. Survey and building layout

6. Security and housekeeping procedures 7. Schedules

8. Procedures for testing

9. Procedures for maintaining record documents. 10. Requirements for start-up of equipment

11. Inspection and acceptance of equipment put into service construction period. 12. Guarantee period for all equipments.

1.06 PROGRESS MEETINGS

A. The Engineer should schedule weekly and monthly construction progress meetings, co-ordination meetings and preinstallation conferences, throughout progress of work for the proper management and coordination of the Contract and as required by the Engineer.

B. The Engineer make physical arrangements, prepare agenda and distribute notice of each meeting to participants, three days in advance of meeting date.

C. The Engineer will preside at meetings. Record minutes and distribute copies within two days after meeting to participants, to entities affected by decisions at meetings, with two copies to each of Engineer and Employer.

D. Location of Meetings: Conference Room on Site.

E. Attendance: Contractor, Project Manager, Subcontractors and Suppliers as appropriate to agenda; Employer, Engineer, Professional Consultants.

F. Minimum Agenda:

1. Approval of minutes of previous meetings. 2. Review of Work progress and CPM program. 3. Field observations, problems and decisions.

4. Identification of problems which impede planned progress. 5. Review of submittals schedule and status of submittals. 6. Review of off-site fabrication and deliver schedules. 7. Maintenance of progress schedule.

8. Corrective measures to regain projected schedules. 9. Planned progress during succeeding work period. 10. Coordination of projected progress.

11. Maintenance of quality and work standards.

12. Effect of proposed changes on progress schedule and coordination. 13. Safety.

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14. Contractor’s Resources: management, Men, Money, Materials, Machinery. 15. Contractor’s on-site staff progress report.

16. Contractor’s Employer’s and Engineer’s Office Management’s observations and remarks. 17. Other business relating to work.

18. Samples and mock-ups as required by the Engineer or the Employer before execution of the work. G. Subcontractors’ Site Meetings :

1. The Contractor should hold meetings with appropriate subcontractors and suppliers shortly before main site progress meetings to facilitate accurate reporting of progress.

1.07 PREINSTALLATION CONFERENCES

A. When requires in individual specification Section, convene a preinstallation conference at work site prior to commencing work of the Section.

B. Require attendance of entities directly affecting, or affected by work of the Section. C. Notify Engineer three days in advance of meeting date.

D. Prepare agenda, preside at conference, record minutes and distribute copies within two days after conference to participants with two copies to Engineer.

E. Review conditions of installation, preparation and installation procedures and coordination with related work.

PART 2 – PRODUCT Not Applicable. PART 3 – EXECUTION Not Applicable.

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PROJECT COORDINATION 01040-1 Project No.: KW.11.0209 11 March 2013

SECTION 01040 PROJECT COORDINATION PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes administrative and supervisory requirements necessary for coordinating construction operations including, but not necessarily limited to, the following:

1. General project coordination procedures. 2. Coordination Drawings.

3. Administrative and supervisory personnel. 4. Cleaning and protection. 1.02 COORDINATION

A. Coordinate construction operations included in various Sections of these Specifications to assure efficient and orderly installation of each part of the Work. Coordinate construction operations with other Contractors if any for proper installation, connection, and operation.

1. Schedule construction operations in the sequence coordinated with other Contractors if any, and approved by the Engineer or Engineer’s Representative to obtain the best results where installation of one part of the work depends on installation of other components, before or after its own installation.

2. Coordinate installation of different components to assure maximum accessibility for required maintenance, service, and repair.

3. Make provisions to accommodate items scheduled for later installation.

4. Coordinate with other contractor(s) employed by the Employer, for all activities interfacing or interfering with this work. Refer also to section 01340.

B. Where necessary, prepare memoranda for distribution to each Contractor involved, outlining special items required for coordination. Include such items as required notices, reports, and attendance at regular coordination meetings.

1. Prepare similar memoranda for the Employer and separate contractors where coordination of their work is required.

C. Administrative Procedures: Coordinate scheduling and timing of required administrative procedures with other construction activities to avoid conflicts and assure orderly progress of the Work. Such administrative activities include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Schedules Preparation 2. Install and remove temporary facilities. 3. Delivery and processing of submittals. 4. Progress meetings. 5. Project closeout activities. 1.03 PROCEDURES

A. The Contractor shall comply with the procedures required by the Engineer’s Representative for the day to day administration of the Contract with respect to submittals, safety, inspection, meetings, correspondence, payment schedule, progress reports, etc. and the contract sum is deemed to include all costs associated herewith.

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PROJECT COORDINATION 01040-2 Project No.: KW.11.0209 11 March 2013

1.04 SUBMITTALS

A. Coordination Drawings: Prepare coordination drawings where careful coordination is needed for installation of products and materials. Prepare coordination drawings where limited space availability necessitates maximum utilization of space for efficient installation of different components.

1. Show the relationship of components shown on separate Shop Drawings. 2. Indicate required installation sequences.

3. Comply with requirements contained in Section "Submittals." PART 2 - PRODUCTS

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.01 GENERAL COORDINATION PROVISIONS

A. Inspection of Conditions: Require the Installer of each major component to inspect both the substrate and conditions under which Work is to be performed. Do not proceed until unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected in an acceptable manner.

B. Co-ordinate temporary enclosures with required inspections and tests to minimize the necessity of uncovering completed construction for that purpose.

C. Conduct regular coordination meetings

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CUTTING AND PATCHING 01045-1 Project No.: KW.11.0209 11 March 2013

SECTION 01045 CUTTING AND PATCHING PART 1 - GENERAL

A. The Contractor is responsible for all his cutting and patching works.

B. The Contractor will coordinate with Owner or other Contractors or statutory authority/ies if he requires to carryout any cutting and patching works.

1.02 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit written request seven (7) days in advance of cutting or alteration which affects: 1. Structural integrity of any element of Project.

2. Integrity of weather-exposed or moisture-resistant element. 3. Efficiency, maintenance or safety of any operational element. 4. Visual qualities of sight exposed elements.

5. Work of Owner or separate Contractor. B. Include in request:

1. Identification of Project. 2. Location and description of affected work. 3. Necessity for cutting or alteration.

4. Description of proposed work, and products to be used. 5. Alternatives to cutting and patching, if available.

6. Effect on work of Owner or separate contractor or statutory authority, if and as involved. 7. Written permission of Owner or other Contractor or statutory authority/ies, if and as involved 8. Date and time the work will be executed.

1.04 APPROVAL

A. Do not proceed with cutting and patching works until approval in writing is received from the Engineer’s Representative.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.01 MATERIALS

A. Primary Products: Those required for original installation. PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.01 EXAMINATION

A. Inspect existing conditions prior to commencing Work, including elements subject to damage or movement during cutting and patching.

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B. After uncovering existing work, inspect conditions affecting performance of work. C. Beginning of cutting or patching means acceptance of existing conditions.

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3.02 PREPARATION

A. Provide temporary supports to ensure structural integrity of the Work. Provide devices and methods to protect other portions of Project from damage.

B. Provide protection to other works or installations.

C. Provide protection from elements for areas which may be exposed by uncovering work. D. Maintain excavations free of water.

3.03 CUTTING AND PATCHING

A. Execute cutting, fitting and patching to complete work. B. Fit products together, to integrate with other work. C. Uncover work to install ill-timed work.

D. Remove and replace defective or non-conforming work. E. Remove samples of installed work for testing when requested.

F. Provide openings in the work for penetration of mechanical and electrical work with required temporary support to hold in position.

G. Provide openings in finished works, as marked by Employer or other contractors or statutory authority/ies, if and as involved

3.04 PERFORMANCE

A. Execute work by methods to avoid damage to other Work, and which will provide appropriate surfaces to receive patching and finishing.

B. Cut rigid materials using masonry saw or core drill as approved by the Engineer's Representative. Pneumatic tools not allowed without prior approval.

C. Restore work with new products in accordance with requirements of Contract Documents. D. Fit work to pipes, sleeves, ducts, conduit and other penetrations through surfaces.

E. At penetration of fire rated walls, partitions, ceiling, or floor construction, completely pack voids with 96kg/cu.m. density fibreglass material to full thickness of the penetrated element and seal both ends with approved fire rated sealant. All complete to the satisfaction of the Engineer or Engineer’s Representative. F. Refinish surfaces to match adjacent finish. For continuous surfaces, refinish to nearest intersection or

natural break. For an assembly, refinish entire unit.

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FIELD ENGINEERING 01050-1 Project No.: KW.11.0209 11 March 2013

SECTION 01050 FIELD ENGINEERING PART 1 - GENERAL

A. Field Engineering Services.

B. Engineer or Engineer's Representative will identify control points and property line corner stakes. 1.02 STAFF QUALIFICATION AND REQUIREMENT.

A. REQUIREMENT

1. Project Manager (More than 15 years’ experience) Full time 2. Project Engineer Civil (More than 10 years’ experience) Full time 3. Architectural engineer (More than 10 years’ experience) Full time 4. Site Engineer Civil (More than 5 years’ experience) Full time

5. Site Supervisor (Civil & Arch.) (More than 10 years’ experience) Full time 6. Land Surveyor (More than 10 years’ experience) Full time

7. Planning Engineer (More than 7 years’ experience) Part time. 8. Mechanical Engineer’s (More than 7 years’ experience) Full time. 9. Electrical Engineer (More than 7 years’ experience) Full time 10. Office Secretory (More than 5 years’ experience) Full time B. QUALIFICATIONS

1. All Engineers should have minimum B.E. Degree in the specified trade and registered in Kuwait Society of Engineers.

2. All Supervisors should have minimum three (3) years diploma in the specified trade. 3. Land surveyor should have minimum two (2) years diploma in specified trade. 4. Office secretory should have minimum three (3) years degree.

1.03 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit name and resume of qualifications for Land Surveyor or Engineer before starting survey work. B. On request, submit documentation verifying accuracy of survey work.

1.04 PROJECT RECORD DOCUMENTS

A. Maintain complete, accurate log of control and survey work as it progresses.

B. On completion of major site improvements, prepare a certified survey showing dimensions, locations, angles, and elevations of construction and site work.

C. Submit Record Documents under provisions of Section 01300. PART 2 - PRODUCTS

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PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 INSPECTION

A. Before ordering any material or doing any work, verify all measurements and be responsible for their correctness. No extra charge or compensation will be allowed on account of difference between actual measurements and the dimensions given in the Contract Documents. Any difference which may be found shall be submitted to the Engineer or Engineer's Representative in writing for consideration before proceeding with the works.

3.02 GENERAL

A. Site Bench Marks shall be accurately and safely established, protected, maintained and cleared away upon completion of works or when no longer required all to the satisfaction of the Engineer or Engineer's Representative. Such Benchmarks must be related to the nearest permanent Benchmark; fixed by the related statutory authority.

B. Prepare a plan detailing the location of the Benchmarks and keep up to date throughout the operational period of the Contract. Reproducible copies of the plan so prepared; shall be supplied to the Engineer or Engineer's Representative, as and when it is required.

C. The Engineer or Engineer's Representative reserves the right to order levels to be taken at any time considered necessary for the full and proper supervision and measurement of the works.

D. Before the works or any parts thereof are commenced the Contractor and the Engineer or their Representatives shall together survey and take levels of the Site of the works and agree upon all particulars on which setting out of the works shall be based.

E. Such levels shall be related to the Bench marks of aforesaid and plotted by the Contractor and after agreement of the drawings shall be signed by the Engineer or Engineer's Representative and the Contractor, and shall form the basis of setting out of the Works.

F. Failing such surveys and agreements being prepared and/or signed by the Contractor, the surveys of the Engineer or Engineer's Representative shall be final and binding upon both parties.

G. The Contractor shall plot these levels and after they have been signed by the Engineer or Engineer's Representative and the Contractor, the original with three (3) copies of it will be submitted to the Engineer or Engineer's Representative and the Contractor shall bear the cost.

3.03 SURVEY REFERENCE POINTS

A. Protect survey control points prior to starting site work; preserve permanent reference points during construction. Make no changes without prior written notice to Engineer or Engineer's Representative. B. Promptly report to Engineer or Engineer's Representative the loss or destruction of any reference point or

relocation required because of changes in grades or other reasons. Replace dislocated survey control points based on original survey control.

3.04 SURVEY REQUIREMENTS

A. Establish, if required by Engineer or Engineer's Representative, other permanent bench marks on site, referenced to established control points. Record locations, with horizontal and vertical data, on Project Record Documents.

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B. Establish lines and levels, locate and lay out by instrumentation and similar appropriate means:

1. Site improvements, including pavements; stakes for grading, fill and topsoil placement and utility locations, slopes, and invert elevations.

2. Grid or axis for structures.

3. Building foundations, column locations, ground floor elevations, and the like. C. Periodically verify layouts by same means.

D. Provide instruments and assistance for checking the laying out and levels. 3.05 LAYING OUT

A. Lay out the Works using methods and necessary instruments described in BS 5606 "Code of Practice for Accuracy in Building" Section 5.

B. Obtain the true and accurate building lines from the Municipality and lay out the Works as shown on the Drawings.

C. Submit details of methods and equipment to be used in laying-out the Works.

D. Check the levels and dimensions of the Site against those shown on the Drawings and record the results on a copy of the Drawings. Notify the Engineer or Engineer's Representative in writing of any discrepancies and obtain instructions before proceeding.

E. Inform the Engineer or Engineer's Representative when overall laying out is complete.

F. Arrange the setting out, erection, juxtaposition of components and application of finishes (working within the practical limits of the design and Specification) to ensure that there is a satisfactory fit at junctions and that the finished work has a well aligned, true and regular appearance.

G. Wherever satisfactory accuracy, fit and/or appearance of the work is likely to be critical or difficult to achieve, obtain approval of proposals or of the appearance of the relevant aspects of the partially finished work as early as possible.

H. Work which fails to meet the specified levels of accuracy must not be rectified without approval. I. Submit proposals for such rectification and meet all costs arising, including effects on other work.

J. Allow for the possibility that approval will not be given, necessitating removal and replacement of the work. END OF SECTION

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REFERENCES 01090-1 Project No.: KW.11.0209 11 March 2013

SECTION 01090 REFERENCES PART 1 – GENERAL

1.01 DESCRIPTION

Comply with all codes, regulations, specifications and standards referred to throughout the contract documents. 1.02 REFERENCE STANDARDS

A. All references to codes, regulations, specifications and standards referred to in the Contract Documents shall, unless otherwise stated, mean the latest edition, amendment or revision of such reference standard in effect as of the date of these Tender Documents. The Contractor shall obtain an original copy of the latest edition of all codes, regulations, standards and technical literature referred to in the Contract Documents and the same shall be kept on the project site, properly indexed and maintained in good order and available to the Engineer at all times.

B. Proof of Compliance: Whenever the Contract Documents require that a product complies with Federal Specification, British Standard, ASTM Designation, ANSI Specification or other association, standards, etc., the Contractor shall present an affidavit from the manufacturer certifying that the product complies therewith. Where requested or specified, submit supporting test data to substantiate compliance.

C. Where reference standard referred to herein is in the form of a recommendation or suggestion, such recommendation or suggestion shall be deemed to be mandatory under this Contract unless conflicting with particular specifications contained herein.

1.03 DEFINITIONS

A. Where “as shown”, “as indicated”, “as detailed”, or words of similar import are used, it shall be understood that reference to the Drawings accompanying the Specifications is made unless otherwise state. Where “as approved”, “as reviewed”, “as accepted”, or words of similar import are used, it shall be understood that the approval, direction, requirement, permission, authorization review, or acceptance of the Engineer is intended, unless otherwise stated. B. As used in the Contract Documents, “provide” shall be understood to mean “provide complete in place”, that is,

“furnish and install”. PART 2 – PRODUCT Not Applicable. PART 3 – EXECUTION Not Applicable.

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PROJECT MEETINGS 01200-1 Project No.: KW.11.0209 11 March 2013

SECTION 01200 PROJECT MEETINGS PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 SUMMARY

A. This Section specifies administrative and procedural requirements for project meetings, including, but not limited to, the following: 1. Pre-construction Conference 2. Pre-installation Conferences 3. Progress Meetings 4. Co-ordination Meetings 1.02 PRE-CONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE

A. Pre-construction meeting: will be held within 7 days of the signing of the Contract and should be attended by the Contractor and his major subcontractors together with the Engineer and Engineer's Representatives. The meeting will be chaired by the Engineer.

B. Agenda: Discuss items of significance that could affect progress, including the following:

1. Construction schedule.

2. Critical work sequencing.

3. Items required long delivery periods

4. Long hold-ups like backfill; curing periods; weather-proof enclosement of spaces; etc. 5. Designation of responsible personnel.

6. Procedures for processing field decisions and variation Orders. 7. Procedures for processing Applications for Payment. 8. Distribution of Contract Documents.

9. Lines of Communications

10. Submittal of Shop Drawings, Product Data, and Samples. 11. Preparation of record documents.

12. Use of the premises.

13. Parking availability.

14. Office, work, and storage areas. 15. Equipment deliveries and priorities.

16. Safety procedures.

17. First aid.

18. Security.

19. Working hours - Normal/Ramadan/Severe Summer/Other 20. Housekeeping.

1.03 PRE-INSTALLATION CONFERENCES

A. Conduct a pre-installation conference at the Project Site before each construction activity that requires coordination with other construction.

B. Attendees: The Installer and representatives of manufacturers and fabricators involved in or affected by the installation, and its coordination or integration with other works, materials and installations that have preceded or will follow, shall attend the meeting. Advice the Construction Manager and the Engineer's Representative of scheduled meeting date.

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PROJECT MEETINGS 01200-2 Project No.: KW.11.0209 11 March 2013 1. Review the progress of other construction activities and preparations for the particular activity under

consideration at each pre-installation conference, including requirements for the following:

a. Contract Documents.

b. Options.

c. Related Change Orders.

d. Purchases.

e. Deliveries.

f. Shop Drawings, Product Data, and quality-control samples.

g. Review of mock-ups. h. Possible conflicts. i. Compatibility problems. j. Time schedules. k. Weather limitations. l. Manufacturer's recommendations. m. Warranty requirements. n. Compatibility of materials. o. Acceptability of substrates. p. Temporary facilities.

q. Space and access limitations.

r. Governing regulations.

s. Safety.

t. Inspecting and testing requirements.

u. Required performance results.

v. Recording requirements.

w. Protection.

2. Record significant discussions and agreements and disagreements of each conference, and the approved schedule. Promptly distribute the record of the meeting to everyone concerned, including the Owner and the Engineer.

3. Do not proceed with the installation if the conference cannot be successfully concluded. Initiate whatever actions are necessary to resolve impediments to performance of Work and reconvene the conference at the earliest feasible date.

1.04 PROGRESS MEETINGS

A. Progress Meetings: Job site progress meetings will be held once a month, or as instructed by the Engineer's Representative, to review the Contractor's Construction Schedule and to discuss work progress. Attendees at this meeting shall include the Engineer and Engineer’s Representative, Contractor, approved Subcontractors and other Contractors as required. The Engineer and the Engineer’s Representative shall have the right to attend these meetings and shall be free to exercise their right at their separate discretion’s. The job site progress meetings shall be convened as directed by the Engineer or Engineer’s Representative. Such meetings will be chaired by the Engineer or Engineer’s Representative.

B. Agenda: Agenda for the forthcoming meeting will be circulated Seven (7) calendar days before the meeting. Including topics for discussion as appropriate to the status of the project.

C. Review and correct or approve minutes of the previous progress meeting. Review other items of significance that could affect progress.

Review progress since the last meeting. Determine where each activity is in relation to the Contractor's Construction Schedule, whether on time or ahead or behind schedule. Determine how construction behind schedule will be expedited; secure commitments from parties involved to do so. Discuss whether schedule revisions are required to insure that current and subsequent activities will be completed within the Time of Completion.

D. Pre-Meeting Submittals: Three (3) days before each meeting, the Contractor must submit the following information to the Engineer's Representative:

1. List of any variations in starting dates and in duration of outstanding activities from planned dates and times. 2. Percentage completion in every activity.

3. Other information requested by the Engineer's Representative till say 2 days before the pre-meeting submittal date.

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PROJECT MEETINGS 01200-3 Project No.: KW.11.0209 11 March 2013

4. Shop drawings submittals status log. 5. Contractor's submittals status log. 6. Material procurement status log.

1.05 COORDINATION MEETINGS

A. Conduct project coordination meetings at regular intervals convenient for all parties involved. Project coordination meetings are in addition to specific meetings held for other purposes, such as regular progress meetings and pre-installation conferences.

B. Request representation at each meeting by every party currently involved in coordination or planning for the construction activities involved.

1.06 MINUTES OF MEETINGS

A. The proceedings of all meetings attended by the Engineer or the Engineer’s Representative shall be recorded and minuted by the Engineer’s Representative. Distribution of the minutes of meeting shall be done by Engineer’s Representative to all attendees and the concerned parties with a short/reasonable time.

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SUBMITTALS 01300-1 Project No.: KW.11.0209 11 March 2013

SECTION 01300 SUBMITTALS

(Product Data, Samples and Mock-ups) PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for submittals required for performance of Architectural Works :

1. Product Data and Manufacturer's data. 2. Quality Assurance submittals.

3. Samples.

4. Mock-ups

5. Engineer & Engineer's Representative Action 6. Field and Engineering Data and Record

B. Other Submittals: Also refer to other Sections in Division 1 and other Specification Divisions and Sections and other Contract Documents for requirements for other submittals.

1.02 DEFINITIONS

A. Field Samples are full-size physical examples erected on-site to illustrate finishes, coatings, or finish materials. Field samples are used to establish the standard by which the Work will be judged.

B. Mock-ups are full-size assemblies for review of construction, coordination, testing, or operation; they are not Samples.

1.03 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. Coordination: Coordinate preparation and processing of submittals with performance of construction activities at the Contractor's cost. Transmit each submittal sufficiently in advance of performance of related construction activities to avoid delay.

1. Coordinate each submittal with fabrication, purchasing, testing, delivery, other submittals, and related activities that require sequential activity.

2. Coordinate transmittal of different types of submittals for related elements of the Work so processing will not be delayed by the need to review submittals concurrently for coordination. The Engineer's Representative reserves the right to withhold action on a submittal requiring

coordination with other submittals until all related submittals are received.

3. Processing : To avoid the need to delay installation as a result of the time required to process submittals, allow sufficient time for submittal review, including time for resubmittals.

a. Allow 14 days for initial review. Allow additional time if the Engineer's Representative must delay processing to permit coordination with subsequent submittals.

b. If an intermediate submittal is necessary, process the same as the initial submittal. c. Allow the same period in (a) above again for re-processing each submittal.

d. No extension of Time for Completion will be authorised because of failure to transmit submittals to the Engineer's Representative sufficiently in advance of the Work to permit processing.

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B. Submittal Preparation: Place a permanent label or title block on each submittal for identification. Indicate the name of the entity that prepared each submittal on the label or title block.

1. Provide a space approximately 100 x 125mm on the label to record the Contractor's review and signature and for Engineer’s action and remarks.

2. Include the following information on the label for processing and recording action taken. 1. Project name

2. Date

3. Name and address of the Engineer's Representative 4. Name and address of the Contractor

5. Name and address of the subcontractor 6. Name and address of the supplier 7. Name of the manufacturer

8. Number and title of appropriate Specification Section 9. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate. 3. Contractor's Review:

1. Review submittals prior to transmittal; determine and verify field measurements, field construction criteria, manufacturer's catalogue numbers, and conformance of submittal with requirements of Contract Documents.

2. Coordinate submittals with requirements of Work and of Contract Documents.

3. Sign or initial each page of product data, and each sample label to certify compliance with requirements of Contract Documents, identify as Coordinated Submittal. Notify Engineer's Representative in writing at time of submittal, of any deviations from requirements of Contract Documents.

4. Contractor's submission to contain complete information regarding all drawings, materials used, and related items.

5. Do not fabricate products or begin work, which requires submittals until return of submittal with Engineer's Representative acceptance.

C. Submittal Transmittal: Pack each submittal appropriately for transmittal and handling. Transmit each submittal to the Engineer's Representative using a transmittal form approved by the Engineer. The Engineer's Representative will not accept submittals received from sources other than the Contractor. On the transmittal, record all relevant information. On the form, or separate sheet, record deviations from Contract Document requirements, including variations and limitations. Include Contractor's certification that information complies with Contract Document requirements.

D. Submittal Procedures by Contractor

1. Samples : Three (3) sets of samples of each material or prefabricated component with transmittal forms to the Engineer's Representative. Two (2) sets will be returned marked with the action taken.

Maintain one (1) set of samples, as approved by the Engineer or the Engineer's Representative, at the Project Site/sample room available for quality control comparisons throughout the course of the construction activity.

2. Catalogues : Three (3) published copies of technical (not commercial) brochures, one of which must be an original with transmittal forms to the Engineer's Representative. Brochures shall be in English or accompanied by a certified English translation. Brochures in Arabic shall be acceptable at the Engineer's Representative discretion.

E. Mock-up

1. Install at location/s and to the extent required for al important works. F. Submittal of Correspondence :

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1. All correspondence to the Engineer's Representative shall be submitted as follows:

a. Transmittals : One original and three photocopies of transmittals and letters, including attachments/enclosures.

b. Letters : All correspondence from the Contractor to the Engineer's Representative shall be submitted on A4 size paper. All correspondence shall clearly indicate:

1.04 PRODUCT DATA & MANUFACTURER'S DATA

A. When specified in individual specification Sections, submit manufacturers specifications, manufacturer's printed instructions for delivery, storage, assembly, installation, start-up, adjusting, and finishing. Also submit standard coloured charts, catalogues cuts, standard wiring diagrams, painted performance curves, operational range diagram, mill reports.

B. Study the Manufacturers instructions and Contract Documents, to combine the two to produce the most stringent requirements to form the basis of contract price, execution method, material and time.

C. Submit standard product operating and maintenance manuals. 1.05 QUALITY ASSURANCE SUBMITTALS

A. Submit Quality Control submittals, including design data, certifications, manufacturer's instructions, manufacturer's field reports, and other quality-control submittals as required under other Sections of the Specifications.

B. Certifications: Where other Sections of the Specifications require certification that a product, material, or installation complies with specified requirements, submit a notarized certification from the manufacturer certifying compliance with specified requirements.

1. Signature: Certificates shall be signed by the manufacturer's officer or other individual authorized to sign documents on behalf of the manufacturer.

2. Inspection and Test Reports: Requirements for submittal of inspection and test reports from approved testing agencies are specified in Section 01400 Quality Control.

C. Submittal and Approval Process shall be as follows : 1. Submission of material samples

2. Submission of material samples in system application 3. Installation of on-site mock-ups

1.06 SAMPLES

A. Submit full size, fully fabricated samples, cured and finished in the manner specified, and physically identical with the material or product proposed for use.

1. Mount, display or pack samples in the manner specified to facilitate review of qualities indicated. Prepare samples to match a designated sample where so indicated. Include the following information.

a. Generic description of the sample. b. Size limitations.

c. Sample source.

d. Product name or name of manufacturer. e. Compliance with recognized standards. f. Compliance with governing regulations. g. Availability.

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h. Delivery time, measured from the date of the Engineer's or Engineer's Representative approval till the delivery on Project Site.

2. For review of kind, colour, pattern and texture for a check of these characteristics with other elements and for a comparison of these characteristics between the submittal and the actual component as delivered and installed :

a. Submit full range of manufacturers standard finishes (except when more restrictive or definite requirements are specified for colours, textures and patterns) for Engineer's representative selection.

b. Where variation in colour, pattern, texture, or other characteristic is inherent in the material or product represented by a sample, submit multiple units that show full range of the variations.

B. Submission of Material Samples

Submit three samples of each material to the Engineer’s Representative, each at least 300 x 300mm in size. No sample will be reviewed if it is submitted in sizes smaller than stated above. The Engineer’s Representative shall review these samples and shall approve if they are as per the specifications or reject and ask for new submittal if they are not as per the required specifications.

C. Submission of Material Samples in System Application

Submit three samples to the Engineer’s Representative for approval of finish building materials, shown assembled in the proposed application for the project. The application samples must be at least 600 x 600mm in size to show the total assemblage of the intended materials. No sample would be reviewed if it is submitted in sizes smaller than stated above. The Engineer’s Representative shall review these samples and shall approve if they are as per the specifications or reject and ask for new submittal if they are not as per the required specifications.

D. Should requirements relating to samples be mentioned in the Tender Documents elsewhere, the combination and more stringent shall govern.

1.07 MOCK-UPS

A. After the approval of materials etc., the Contractor shall prepare full size mock-ups of such portion/s of the building the Engineer’s Representative wishes to view on site at full scale. Exterior Mock-ups shall be installed on the site, within a specific area approved on the site plan for permanent mock-up installations. Interior Mock-ups shall be installed within the building shell structure at locations directed by Engineer’s Representative.

B. Exterior mock-ups must be away from building construction works so that they are not damaged. They should remain in place until the completion of majority of the finished building façade elements, represented by them, on the main building.

C. Should requirements relating to mock-ups be mentioned in the Tender Documents elsewhere, the combination and more stringent shall govern.

1.08 ENGINEER AND ENGINEER'S REPRESENTATIVE ACTION

A. Except for submittals for the record or information, where action and return is required, the Engineer or Engineer's Representative will review each submittal, mark to indicate action taken, and return promptly, compatible with the requirements of the review, generally in 14 calendar days but in less time when a request for this has been accepted by the Engineer's Representative or more time when that is unavoidable in the Engineer's Representative's opinion.

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C. Responsibility for Review:

1. The Engineer and Engineer's Representative review of submittals by the Contractor is for general conformance with the design concept and information given in the contract Documents and such review or approval shall not relieve the Contractor from responsibility for any deviations from the requirements of Contract Documents.

2. The Engineer's and Engineer's Representative review shall not be construed as a complete check nor shall it relieve the Contractor from responsibility for errors of any kind in submittals, or from the necessity of furnishing any work required by the Contract Documents, which may have been omitted on the submittals. The Engineer and Engineer's Representative will review and will return them to the Contractor with the Engineer's stamp applied thereto. No acceptance or approval of submittals, nor any indication or request marked by the Engineer or Engineer's Representative on any submittal, shall constitute an authorization for any increase in the Contract Sum or Time for Completion or a change in the Contract requirements.

3. The Contractor will not be relieved from responsibility for any deviation from the requirements of the Contract after approval of submittals by the Engineer or Engineer's Representative or such deviation at the time of submitting submittals. The Contractor shall indicate on resubmitted submittals, all revisions as well as those requested by the Engineer or Engineer's Representative. 4. Comments by the Engineer or Engineer's Representative which increase Contract cost or time of

completion shall be brought to the Engineer's or Engineer's Representative attention before proceeding with the Works.

D. Action Stamp :

1. Each submittal will be returned to the Contractor stamped or marked by the Engineer or Engineer's Representative indicating the appropriate action as follows:

Action “A” : APPROVED means that fabrication, manufacture, or construction may proceed.

Action “B” : APPROVED SUBJECT TO COMMENTS OR APPROVED AS NOTED means that fabrication, manufacture, or construction may proceed provided submittal complies with the Engineer's or Engineer's Representative's comments. If, for any reason, the Contractor cannot comply with the notations, the Contractor shall make revisions and resubmit as described for submittals stamped RESUBMIT.

Action “C” : NOT APPROVED AND RESUBMIT means that the submittal does not comply with the Contract Documents and that fabrication, manufacturer or construction shall not proceed. Submittals stamped RESUBMIT are not permitted on the Site of the Works and are not to be used. The Contractor shall make the required revisions and resubmit.

2. The Contractor shall be responsible for the correct location of his works irrespective of approval by the Engineer or Engineer's Representative and shall pay all costs and expenses incurred by other contractors, if any, due to improper location of his works.

3. After submittals have been approved by the Engineer or Engineer's Representative they shall not be departed from, unless resubmitted and approved by the Engineer or Engineer's Representative or modified by Variation Order as provided under the Contract.