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Rainwater Harvesting For Ministerial Quarters, Pulchowk, Lalitpur

Table of Contents
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
II

CHAPTER - I : INTRODUCTION AND BACKGROUND


1.1 BACKGROUND
1
1.2 OBJECTIVES 1
1.3 SCOPE OF CONSULTING SERVICES
1
1.4 NEED OF THE PROJECT 2
1.5 METHODOLOGICAL APPROACH
2
1.6 LITERATURE REVIEW
3
1.6.1 RAINWATER HARVESTING (RWH)
3
1.6.2 STATUS OF RAIN WATER HARVESTING IN NEPAL
3
1.6.3 GOVERNMENT POLICY
4

CHAPTER – II : ASSESSMENT OF EXISTING SCENARIO


2.1 PHYSIOGRAPHIC SETTINGS
5
2.2 LAND USE 5
2.3 NEED OF RAINWATER HARVESTING
5
2.3.1 NEED OF RAINWATER HARVESTING
5
2.3.2 EXISTING PROBLEMS OF WATER
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2.3.3 KNOWLEDGE ABOUT THE PRESENT INITIATIVES
6

CHAPTER – III : RAINWATER ANALYSIS AND DESIGN


3.1 GENERAL 7
3.2 ESTABLISHMENT OF DESIGN PARAMETERS AND CRITERION
7
3.3 RAINWATER HARVESTING SYSTEM DESIGN
8
3.4 COMPONENTS OF RAINWATER HARVESTING SYSTEM
8

CHAPTER – IV : QUANTITY AND COST ESTIMATE

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4.1 BASIC COST


10
4.2 RATE ANALYSIS 10
4.3 OVERHEAD, PROFIT AND TAXES
10
4.4 ABSTRACT OF COST
10
4.4.1 OPTION – 1: : USING 25,000 LTR RCC/BRICK WATER
TANK (RECOMMENDED OPTION)
10
4.4.2 OPTION – 2: USING 5,000 LTR PVC WATER TANK
(For Comparison Purpose only)
11

CHAPTER – V : FUTURE ACTION PLAN


5.1 LIMITATION OF THE STUDY
13
5.2 RECOMMENDATION AND CONCLUSIONS
13

ANNEX: ABSTRACT OF COST, BOQs, RATE ANALYSIS, &


DRAWINGS
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
This report is the result of Rainwater Harvesting System (RHS) designed for
Ministers’ Quarters at Pulchowk, Laltipur.

The Kathmandu valley has been subjugated under the severe shortage of
water supply for a long time, and the main water supply unit, KUKL has not
been able to satisfy the growing demand.

Both public and governmental institutions are forced to search for alternative
sources of water supply to reduce the water demand-supply deficit.

Rainwater Harvesting is considered to be one of the appropriate and cost-


effective alternative technologies to reduce the water shortage crisis of the
valley.

The objective of the project is to reduce the water demand-supply shortage


currently faced by the quarters of Ministers’ Complex by implementation of
Rainwater Harvesting (RWH) as a alternative technology, and also to make an
example of the usage of cheaper and alternative technology like RWH to
solve the current water supply problem for the rest of the country

The Ministerial Quarters at Pulchowk, Lalitpur is facing the problem of


insufficient water supply as per their demands and, the current water supply
from the main line of KUKL has been insufficient and unreliable to meet the
water demand of the complex.

The Building Construction and Maintenance Division office of DUDBC under


the Ministry of Physical Planning and Works decided to implement the

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alternative technology of Rainwater Harvesting (RWH) in the complex to


reduce the water demand-supply deficit.

The approach to the task has been methodically accessing the secondary
data mixed with a site visit to analyze the prevailing problem and design a
cost-effective and efficient implementation plan for Rainwater Harvesting
System in the site.

Rainwater harvesting is being used and studied over the various part of the
world and proven as reliable, dependable and safe source of water for
drinking water supply.

The site follows the generic gradient of Patan area sloping from south to
north.

The buildings cover 16.9% (approx.) of the total area of the site.

The only source of water supply in the complex is the main supply line of
KUKL. But, it is unable to meet the demand of water in the complex.

After studying the essential raw data like the water demand, available
catchment area, annual rainfall data, the intended end use of collected water,
slope of land, etc. collected from secondary sources, the design parameters
such as size of storage tank, the location of the tank, the type and size of the
filtration plant, etc. are established, which ultimately results in the design of
the Rainwater Harvesting System (RHS) to be implemented in the given site.

Rainwater collected in catchment areas, i.e. roof or terraces, is transported


through gutters and pipes to a storage tank. Gutters (channels installed
around the edge of roofs) transport water to pipes leading to a storage tank.

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CHAPTER - I: INTRODUCTION AND


BACKGROUND

1.1 BACKGROUND
The Kathmandu valley has been subjugated under the severe shortage
of water supply for a long time now. The current water supply system
of Kathmandu Upatyaka Khaneypani Limited (KUKL), the major water
supply unit of the country, has not been able to satisfy the ever
growing demand of the city. The inefficiency and inability of this major
supply unit has not only distressed the general public, but the
government bodies have been equally victimized.

On the grounds of this uncertainty and unreliability of water supply, a


major ingredient of regular life, everyone is forced to look out for
alternate technologies to fulfill the water demands in individual and
organizational level.

Rainwater Harvesting (RHS) would be the best alternative technology


to suffice water supply system currently being operated. Rainwater
Harvesting System (RHS), a system of collecting rain water, filtering it
and storing it for future usage has been successfully implemented in
other parts of the world besides Nepal to ease the water demand-
supply shortage.

1.2 OBJECTIVES
With the implementation of cheaper and alternative technology like
Rainwater Harvesting (RWH) to reduce the water demand-supply
shortage, the Ministry of Physical Planning and Works is attempting to
make itself an example and act as a visionary for the rest of the
general public, organizations and other government institutions, all
those who share the same water supply issue.

Based on afore mentioned light, the objectives of this project are as


follows:

i. To reduce the water demand-supply shortage currently faced by


the quarters of Ministers’ Complex by implementation of
Rainwater Harvesting (RWH) as a alternative technology.

ii. To make an example of the usage of cheaper and alternative


technology like RWH to solve the current water supply problem
for the rest of the country

1.3 SCOPE OF CONSULTING SERVICES

The scope of consulting services is as follows:

i) Site Analysis

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This includes the study of the site for the implementation


of the project, taking required measurements, accessing
the current situation, and observing and identifying
available resources.

ii) Detail Design of Rainwater Harvesting System


(RHS)
Based on the site analysis, it includes the detail drawings
of all required components of Rainwater Harvesting
System and a master plan of the system.

iii) Cost Estimation


This includes the cost estimates, as per the designs, for
the implementation of the project.

1.4 NEED OF THE PROJECT

As the rest of the valley, the Ministerial Quarters at Pulchowk, Lalitpur


is also facing the afore elaborated problem of insufficient water supply
as per their demands. The current water supply from the main line of
KUKL has been insufficient and unreliable to meet the water demand of
the complex.

The implementation of an alternate technology to solve this water


shortage issue has been a must for this complex. And, RWH is the
cheap and best alternative solution for the problem.

As a resort to solve this water demand-supply shortage in the quarters,


the Building Construction and Maintenance Division office of DUDBC
under the Ministry of Physical Planning and Works decided to
implement the alternative technology of Rainwater Harvesting (RWH)
in the complex.

Rainwater Harvesting System (RHS) might not solve this issue


completely, but it will definitely help ease the water demand-supply
shortage. Based on this reasoning, this project has been envisioned.

1.5 METHODOLOGICAL APPROACH


The consultant’s approach to the task has been methodically accessing
the secondary data mixed with a site visit to analyze the prevailing
problem and design a cost-effective and efficient implementation plan
for Rainwater Harvesting System in the site. Accordingly, as indicated
in the scope of the study above, the entire task in hand has been
divided in four phases, namely:

 Establishment of Present situation from data collection


(explicitly secondary data) and site visit. Considering that
several critical information are needed for designing an effective
and efficient Rainwater Harvesting System, following data were
collected directly from DUDBC.

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 Rainfall data
 Building plans and elevations, Master plan etc.
 Existing drainage system
 Other relevant information
 Assessment and Analysis of Existing Situation: this part
will deal with the assessment of the existing situation, available
of land for various components of Rain Water harvesting System
and analysis of the system suitable for the local setting at
disposal.
 Implementation Design for Rainwater Harvesting System
(RHS) based on the analysis mentioned above. This will be
presented with all the required detail components and its
drawings.
 Cost estimation for the implementation of RHS
 Future plans, if necessary, for the system in design.

1.6 LITERATURE REVIEW


There is a fair amount of literature, which summarizes the experience
history, and practice of Rainwater Harvesting System (RHS) in Nepal
and abroad. Many of such publications/documents were pursued and
relevant recommendations were considered.

1.6.1 RAINWATER HARVESTING (RWH)


Rainwater harvesting is being used and studied over the various part of
the world and proven as reliable, dependable and safe source of water
for drinking water supply. The main principle of the rainwater is
collecting water in period of rainfall, store the water and use water in
need.

The objective of rain water harvesting is to make water available for


future use and meet the household needs. Among others, some of the
advantages of rain water harvesting might be as follows:
i) It provides self sufficiency to water supply
ii) It provides high quality water, soft and low minerals
iii) The system is less expensive and less expensive which can
be adopted by individuals
iv) In the hilly terrain, rain water harvesting is preferred for
adoption

Rain water harvesting comprises of various components such as roof


catchment, gutters to transport water, pipes (Inlet, Overflow, Outwash
and water tap etc), filter unit, storage tank. Among the above
components, storage tank is the most expensive and critical
component and the capacity of the storage tank determine the cost of
the system.

1.6.2 STATUS OF RAIN WATER HARVESTING IN NEPAL

In recent years collection of rainwater for domestic use has been


promoted in Nepal by various agencies. The Department for Water
Supply and Sewerage has produced some technical guidance on

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application and construction of rainwater systems, and several other


sector agencies and NGO partners have followed suit (RWSSP-Finnida,
Helvetas, NEWAH, Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Fund Board,
Biogas Support Programme and the NGO Forum for Urban Water
Supply and Sanitation). In the process, experience has been gained in
suitable technical, social and financial aspects of rainwater harvesting.
Currently it is estimated that over 11000 systems are in use in the hill
districts of Nepal. A recent survey reported that around 78% of the
users were satisfied with the service (Laia Domenech, MPPW & WHO-
Nepal, and November 2008). It can be concluded therefore that some
47’000 people are getting a satisfactory service out of rainwater
harvesting, often in water stress areas (uphill areas in Kaski, Tanhu,
Doti, etc. The Department of Urban Development and Construction has
been working since early 2006 on promotion of rainwater harvesting in
the urban areas. This effort is supported by UN-Habitat, NGO Forum for
Urban Water Supply and Sanitation, ENPHO, Lumanti, etc. DUDBC has
just produced a final draft of the RWH Guidelines which are to be used
to guide municipal authorities and those engaged in the building trade.
The focus of the guidelines is on collecting safe water for domestic
purposes, conservation of water in the urban setting and management
of drainage and flooding.

1.6.3 GOVERNMENT POLICY

The policies of the Government of Nepal aim to provide an adequate


basic supply of safe drinking water to all its citizens. The
methodologies of ensuring such access have been laid down in various
government documents which guide the water supply development
activities of government and NGOs. In some instances coverage is not
possible or sustainable using groundwater or surface water as
households may be situated at an elevation that makes the supply of
water within a reasonable distance from the household impossible, or
because the quality of the water is compromised by chemicals such as
arsenic. In such instances, project authorities may consider supporting
a domestic or institutional rainwater harvesting system.

Rainwater is a valuable resource, which should be exploited in the most


efficient way to protect the people's health and livelihood. To ensure
good utilization and conservation of water resources, the Government
of Nepal has prepared a policy on rainwater harvesting to promote
suitable developments in rainwater harvesting for human consumption
and domestic use, and facilitate guidance and capacity building.

The policy aims to


• foster optimum utilization of rainwater to cater for the needs of rural
and urban households that face shortages of water for daily use;
• stimulate development of technical and financial solutions to
effective rainwater harvesting in domestic and institutional settings;
• provide an enabling framework for local government and ngos to
encourage and facilitate application of rainwater harvesting in all
suitable situations.

Thus, the Ministry of Physical Planning and Works, with its


departments; and in collaboration with the Ministry of Local

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Government, will promote the application of rainwater harvesting


through support for research, piloting and evaluation of all relevant
aspects of the rainwater harvesting chain. To that end the Ministry will
encourage its departments, NGOs, universities and the private sector
to develop and test suitable technologies and approaches.
Rainwater Harvesting has gradually been gaining interest in both the
urban and rural areas. To further raise the capacity in Nepal, the
Ministry of Physical Planning and Works has consulted stakeholders
and has drafted a concept for a Policy on Rain Water Harvesting.

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CHAPTER – II: ASSESSMENT OF EXISTING


SCENARIO

2.1 PHYSIOGRAPHIC SETTINGS


The site under consideration is located at Harihar Bhawan, Pulchowk
Lalitpur, next to the UN Building. The site follows the generic gradient
of Patan area sloping from south to north.

2.2 LAND USE

The site covers an approximate area of 71-11-0-1 (36472 sq. m.). Out
of the total area 16.4% (approx.) is covered by road and walkways
while the buildings cover 16.9% (approx.) of it. The remaining area
covers three specifically allocated open space, a proposed building
construction area, a proposed temple area, open area around
individual buildings, greenery and flowerbed, etc.

Majority of the existing buildings were build during 1970s and new
buildings were constantly added as per the necessity over time. Some
are still being constructed, while some still wait for the initiation.

2.3 NEED OF RAINWATER HARVESTING

2.3.1 NEED OF RAIN WATER HARVESTING

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Rainwater harvesting is the gathering, or accumulating and storing, of


rainwater. Rainwater harvesting has been used to provide drinking
water, water for livestock, water for irrigation or to refill aquifers in a
process called groundwater recharge. Rainwater collected from the
roofs of houses, tents and local institutions, or from specially prepared
areas of ground, can make an important contribution to drinking water.
In some cases, rainwater may be the only available, or economical,
water source. Rainwater systems are simple to construct from
inexpensive local materials, and are potentially successful in most
habitable locations. Roof rainwater is usually of good quality and does
not require treatment before consumption. Household rainfall
catchment systems are appropriate in areas with an average rainfall
greater than 200mm per year, and no other accessible water sources
(Skinner and Cotton, 1992).

In the present Project, the lack of sufficient supply as per the demand
of the complex is the major necessity of an alternative technology to
breach the water supply demand-supply shortage, which is not being
able to satisfy the demands of the existing occupants with the
available supply. The next context to this project is to initiate a more
sustainable solution to tap the free supply of water coming as rain, and
available at a onetime investment. In this context, Rainwater
Harvesting (RWH) would be the appropriate technology to implement
for cost-efficient and effective alternate of water source.

Further, this problem being the prevalent condition in the rest of the
valley as well, the easy implementation, cost-efficient and easy
replication nature of the technology, makes it the appropriate choice.

2.3.2 EXISTING PROBLEMS OF WATER

Currently, the only source of water supply in the complex is the main
supply line of KUKL. But, it is unable to meet the demand of water in
the complex. And, water being an integral ingredient of daily life for
any individual, the Minister’s Quarter is struggling to meet it’s water
demands. The lack of alternative source of water makes it more
difficult to meet the demand and at times become very expensive, if
water has to be purchased from the private water suppliers. This water
shortage problem has made the relevant government body to take an
initiative in implementing a cheaper alterative technology to solve this
problem.

2.3.3 KNOWLEDGE ABOUT THE PRESENT INITIATIVES

The Ministry of Physical Planning and Works has realized of the


necessity of alternate technology for meeting the water supply
demand. And, their understanding of the cost-effectiveness and
benefits of Rainwater Harvesting (RWH) has evidently led to the
creation of this project.

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CHAPTER – III: RAINWATER ANALYSIS AND


DESIGN

3.1 GENERAL
Once the raw data is collected from the site and secondary sources, it
is analyzed to establish the design parameters and criteria. The
essential raw data are the water demand, available catchment area,
annual rainfall data, the intended end use of collected water, slope of
land, etc. After studying these raw data, the experts establish the
design parameters such as size of storage tank, the location of the
tank, the type and size of the filtration plant, etc. which ultimately
results in the design of the Rainwater Harvesting System (RHS) to be
implemented in the given site.

The design of the system includes the detailed design of the


components of RHS, their locations, etc. and is meticulously assessed
to utilize the available resources and land for constructing and using
the system in most cost-effective and efficient way possible.

3.2 ESTABLISHMENT OF DESIGN PARAMETERS

The first step of designing Rainwater Harvesting System (RHS) is to


assess the demand of water, the volume of water that can be captured
and, the intended end use of the collected water. The variables of
rainfall and water demand determine the relationship between
required catchment area and storage capacity.

The potential of rainwater collection, being one of the important


criteria for the design, was calculated. The total amount of rainwater
that can be collected from all the blocks of the complex was calculated
to be 6,146, 284.48 liters annually.

Potential Of Rainwater Collection


Site : Minister quarter
Address: Harihar Bhavan
Client: Building Construction and Maintenance Division Office
Building : Minister Quarter Complex
Total Amount of Highest month Lowest Month
Annual Rainwater Potential Rainwater (july)Collection of (Dec) Collection of
Number of collection of connection (80%) Collection (lt) individual block individual block
Sn Building Type Blocks individual Blocks of Individual Block Annually (Lt) (Lt)
1 Building A 5 371,378.70 297,102.96 1,485,514.80 83,041.20 1,384.02
2 Building B 4 370,300.00 296,240.00 1,184,960.00 82,800.00 1,380.00
3 Building C 5 370,300.00 296,240.00 1,481,200.00 82,800.00 1,380.00
4 Building D 4 314,030.50 251,224.40 1,004,897.60 70,218.00 1,170.30
Canteen Block(
5 inside) 1 203,665.00 162,932.00 162,932.00 45,540.00 759.00
6 APF building block 1 86,473.10 69,178.48 69,178.48 19,335.60 322.26
7 BCMDO Block 1 284,970.00 227,976.00 227,976.00 63,720.00 1,062.00
8 Army Quarter Block 1 473,662.00 378,929.60 378,929.60 105,912.00 1,765.20
9 Store Block 1 188,370.00 150,696.00 150,696.00 42,120.00 702.00
Water Maintance
10 office Block 1 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
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Total Rainwater Collection 2,663,149.30 2,130,519.44 6,146,284.48 595,486.80 9,924.78

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The various components and the system design are done after the
study of the feasibility of the collection of rainwater from the various
buildings present in the complex. These are dealt as components in the
following section.

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3.3 RAINWATER HARVESTING SYSTEM DESIGN

Rainwater collected in catchment areas, i.e. roof or terraces, is


transported through gutters and pipes to a storage tank. Gutters
(channels installed around the edge of roofs) transport water to pipes
leading to a storage tank.

For the first 10-15 minutes the water is collected in a flush tank/pipe in
order to stop the pollutants from both catchments area and
atmosphere from entering the storage tank. A flush tank/pipe is
installed in such a way that the water reaches the storage tank only
after the flush tank/ pipe is filled.

The excess water, after the storage tank is filled, is sent underground
through either dug well, recharge well, pond or soak pits. This process
is termed as “underground recharge”.

Water collected by such process is first filtered by bio-sand filtration


method before using in the household. The bio-sand filter can be
installed either before the storage tank or before the underground
recharge.

3.4 COMPONENTS OF RAINWATER HARVESTING


SYSTEM

The rainwater harvesting system comprises five basic components:

i. Catchment surface: the collection surface from which rainfall


runs off
The roof of a building or house is the obvious first choice for
catchment. Water quality from different roof catchments is a
function of the type of roof material, climatic conditions, and the
surrounding environment.

The quantity of rainwater that can be collected from a roof is in


part a function
of the roof texture: the smoother the better.

ii. Gutters and downspouts: channel water from the roof to


the tank
Gutters are installed to capture rainwater running off the eaves
of a building.
Some gutter installers can provide continuous or seamless
gutters.

The most common materials for gutters and downspouts are


half-round PVC, vinyl, pipe, seamless aluminum, and galvanized
steel.

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Seamless aluminum gutters are usually installed by


professionals, and, therefore, are more expensive than other
options.

Regardless of material, other necessary components in addition


to the horizontal gutters are the drop outlet, which routes water
from the gutters downward and at least two 45-degree elbows
which allow the downspout pipe to snug to the side of the house.
Additional components include the hardware, brackets, and
straps to fasten the gutters and downspout to the fascia and the
wall.

Typical Rain Water Harvesting Installation and Components

iii. Filtration Tank: After the gutter and downpour pipes the
water comes to this part and is passed through various layers of
gravel, coal, carbon etc to filter the rain water and to be
collected to the storage tank. This influent is first passed through
first flush and then only collected in this tank and through to the
storage tanks.

iv. One or more storage tanks, also called cisterns


The storage tank is the most expensive component of the
rainwater harvesting system.

The size of storage tank or cistern is dictated by several


variables: the rainwater supply (local precipitation), the demand,
the projected length of dry spells without rain, the catchment
surface area, aesthetics, personal preference, and budget.

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v. Delivery system: gravity-fed or pumped to the end use


The laws of physics and the topography of most homesteads
usually demand a pump between water storage and treatment,
and the house or end use.

vi. Treatment/purification: for potable systems, filters and other


methods to make the water safe to reuse.

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CHAPTER – IV: QUANTITY AND COST ESTIMATE

This chapter deals with the component wise cost of the project, basis of
the cost estimate and project funding. It gives the details of the basic
costs of the materials & labors, analysis of rates for different works,
pay item cost, and engineers’ estimate. The detailed project cost
estimate is presented in the report as a separate volume. The item
wise summary of engineers estimate is presented below.

4.1 BASIC COST


The basic cost of the materials and labors are based on the Kathmandu
district rates of the items approved by the DUDBC, Maintenance
Division Office, Anamnagar, Factory rates with transportation and
prevailing market rates.

Principally, the required materials have been divided into two


categories. 1) Local materials and locally manufactured products, 2)
Imported manufacture products.

The materials as Aggregates, Sand, Stone, Timber, Brick are


considered to be local materials and locally manufactured products are
considered as GI pipes and fittings, HDPE Pipes and fittings, Cement
and Reinforcement bars.

4.2 RATE ANALYSIS


The unit rate analysis was based on the District rates of Kathmandu for
the year 2066/067 were used in unit rate analysis wherever possible.
For items where district rates are not available, the market rates were
obtained from commercial establishments and civil contractors. Based
on these rates, the rate for each construction item was developed. The
analysis is based on the Norms of Rate Analysis of GON.

The analysis of rates is basically based on the norms for rate analysis
for civil works of GON published by the Ministry of works and transport.
These norms provide a guideline on the productivity and requirements
of labor, materials and equipment for various construction works.
However, for those activities where GON norms do not provide any
guidelines on productivity and requirements, they have been derived
from the manufacturer’s specifications and consultant’s experience.

4.3 OVERHEAD, PROFIT AND TAXES


An overhead and contractor’s profit of 15% is included in all unit rates
except the pipe and other electromechanical works. 13% VAT has
been included in the total project cost separately.

4.4 ABSTRACT OF COST

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2.3.4 OPTION – 1: USING 25,000 LTR RCC/BRICK WATER TANK


(RECOMMENDED OPTION)

After the detail cost estimate of the Rain Water Harvesting, the total
abstract of the cost of the system is provided in the table below. This
cost includes the separated cost of the Gutter system works, Rain
water pipes (for down pour and horizontals and also the pipes laid in
trenches, Filtration tank, Reservoir tanks, Recharge pit and finally the
installation of motor pumps for supply from the reservoir to the main
supply tanks of the respective house. The total project cost has been
calculated to be NRs 13, 516,124.42 excluding 13% VAT and NRs
15,273,220.6 Including 13% VAT.

Rain Water Harvesting at Ministerial Quarter, Pulchowk


Bill of Quantity
Owner's Name : DUDBC, Maintenance Division, Anamnagar
Abstract of Cost for Rain Water Harvesting System (By Items)
S. No. Description Amount Remarks
1 Gutter Works 74,464.05
2 Rain Water Pipes 623,045.33
3 Filtration Tank 784,671.46
4 Reservoir (25,000 Ltr Capacity) 9,180,898.51
5 Recharge pit (2000 mm x 2000 mm x 2450mm depth) 2,606,935.70
6 Installation of Motor pumps 246,109.38

Sub Total 13,516,124.42


13% VAT 1,757,096.18
Grand Total 15,273,220.60

Rain Water Harvesting at Ministerial Quarter, Pulchowk


Bill of Quantity
Owner's Name : DUDBC, Maintenance Division, Anamnagar
Abstract of Cost for Rain Water Harvesting System (By Works)
S. No. Description Amount Remarks
1 Civil Works 11,862,298.26
2 Sanitary and Plumbing (Rain Water) works 1,407,716.79
3 Electrical Works 246,109.38

Sub Total 13,516,124.42


13% VAT 1,757,096.18
Grand Total 15,273,220.60

2.3.5 OPTION – 2: USING 5,000 LTR PVC WATER TANK (For


Comparison Purpose only)

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After the detail cost estimate of the Rain Water Harvesting, the total
abstract of the cost of the system (Option – 2) is provided in the table
below. This cost includes the separated cost of the Gutter system
works, Rain water pipes (for down pour and horizontals and also the
pipes laid in trenches, Filtration tank, Reservoir tanks (5,000 Ltr PVC
Tank) , Recharge pit and finally the installation of motor pumps for
supply from the reservoir to the main supply tanks of the respective
house. The total project cost has been calculated to be NRs
6,370,096.74 excluding 13% VAT and NRs 7,198,209.32 Including 13%
VAT.
Rain Water Harvesting at Ministerial Quarter, Pulchowk
Bill of Quantity
Owner's Name : DUDBC, Maintenance Division, Anamnagar
Abstract of Cost for Rain Water Harvesting System (Option 2)
S. No. Description Amount Remarks
1 Gutter Works 74,464.05
2 Rain Water Pipes 623,045.33
3 Filtration Tank 784,671.46
4 Reservoir (5,000 Ltr Capacity) 2,034,870.83
5 Rechargepit (2000 mm x 2000 mm x 2450mm depth) 2,606,935.70
6 Installation of Motor pumps 246,109.38

Sub Total 6,370,096.74


13% VAT 828,112.58
Grand Total 7,198,209.32

Rain Water Harvesting at Ministerial Quarter, Pulchowk


Bill of Quantity
Owner's Name : DUDBC, Maintenance Division, Anamnagar
Abstract of Cost for Rain Water Harvesting System (Option 2)
S. No. Description Amount Remarks
1 Civil Works 4,716,270.58
2 Sanitary and Plumbing (Rain Water) works 1,407,716.79
3 Electrical Works 246,109.38

Sub Total 6,370,096.74


13% VAT 828,112.58
Grand Total 7,198,209.32

This option has been provided for an alternate solution only in


case of low budget available for the client. No detail Drawings
have been provided for this Option. This is mainly useful for
comparing of cost and choosing the stages of implementation
in future. This option can be applied in case of low budget only,
but this option also needs to be looked to add more reservoirs

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in future as well so as to tap the potentially available rain


water in the complex.

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CHAPTER – V: FUTURE ACTION PLAN

5.1 LIMITATION OF THE STUDY


The major limitation of this study has been the available time for study
and designing of the system. Had there been more time the study
would be more comprehensive and would be in a detailed manner and
Data available from the client was not updated. These limitations could
be eliminated with more appropriate and timely actions taken by the
concern agencies and clients.

5.2 RECOMMENDATION AND CONCLUSIONS

The various components of the system have been designed so as to


build the system stage wise. The various components for different
buildings can be constructed at different stages as per requirements of
individual houses also, so as to meet the necessary budget available
for the implementing agency.

The various components have been designed individually for future


implementation and can be divided stage wise.

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ANNEX

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