SECTION 01010

SCOPE OF WORK

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1. SUMMARY

1.1.1. The scope of the work for project, is to provide all engineering, labor,
supervision, material, tools, equipment and other services necessary
for the all civil works as appropriate, as described herein and as further
detailed in the Drawings, Specifications and other contract documents,
for the construction of temporary roads in the vicinity of the project.

1.1.2. The scope also includes, transportation, shop drawings, quality control
and testing including the services of independent testing agencies (as
required), all government fees, duties, visa charges, permits as
applicable etc. and safety requirements as called for in the
Specification and in compliance with the laws, regulations and codes of
all authorities having jurisdiction. The Works shall be coordinated with
other contractors working on the Project during the design, shop
drawing preparation, construction, commissioning and hand over
phases of the Project.

1.1.3. The Contractor shall provide all engineering, materials, labor,

supervision, permits and all other materials, equipment and services
necessary for the supply, installation, maintenance and eventual
removal of temporary facilities (site offices, lay down areas, work area,
etc.). The temporary site utilities consist of drainage, water, and power
and telecommunication system. The installation shall meet the
requirements and approval of the concerned statutory authorities
having jurisdiction over the matter and be maintained in good condition
throughout the duration of the Project, all to the approval of the Project
Manager.

1.1.4. The Contractor shall note that all work in the Project site shall be
performed in a manner that would not hinder, obstruct, prevent, curtail,
reduce, endanger, inconvenience, or stop the activities / safe
operations of adjacent roads and buildings; in addition the entire site
shall be kept in a clean, safe and hygienic condition all to the approval
of the Project Manager. Construction Waste shall not be allowed to
accumulate on the site, but should be carted of site at least on a
weekly basis, to the approval of the Project Manager.

1.1.5. The Contractor’s attention is drawn to the General requirements –

Division 1 of the Contract Documents and full compliance by the
Contractor with the provisions of the General Requirements is
mandatory.
1.1.6. Provide and install all supplementary parts necessary to complete the

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 work on the Drawings and in the Specification.

1.1.7. Value Engineering:

1.1.11.1. The Bid Price submitted shall strictly be based on the

Drawings and Technical Specification as issued for bidding.

1.1.11.2. Bidders are also encouraged to submit alternate proposals

based on value engineering. The value engineering
proposals shall be judged and taken into consideration in
the Contract award.

1.1.11.3. Value engineering suggestions shall be entertained by the

Owner throughout the duration of the construction works
with a view to minimizing the cost, as long as such
suggestions are in conformance with the aesthetic
character of the Works and meet the approval of the
Engineer and the Owner.

1.1.8. Following subsections further describe the Works to be performed by

the Contractor relating to the structure, and also identify additional
requirements concerning the Works, safety requirements and facilities
provided by designated contractors.

1.1.14 The Contractor shall provide at site offices a reference Local and
International American Standard (1 original copy and 2 extra copies) to
be kept on site during the course of construction at no additional cost to
the Owner. These reference standards shall be given to the Owner
after final turnover of the project.

1.2. DESCRIPTION

1.2.1 The scope of Works included in this Contract, is indicated on the

contract drawings and described in the Bill of Quantities inclusive of
and not limited to the following:
1.2.1.1 Site clearing, demolition / or dismantling and removal (if any)
of existing structure or elements.
1.2.1.2 Cut and Fill on site.
1.2.1.3 Construction of Roads.
1.2.1.4 Construction of Storm Drainage System
1.2.1.5 Construction of Potable & Fire Water Distribution System
1.2.1.6 Construction of Sanitary Wastewater Collection and
Conveyance System
1.2.1.7 Construction of Irrigation System
1.2.1.8 Construction of Site Electrical Power
1.2.1.9 Construction of Street and Area Lighting
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 1.2.1.10 Construction of Telecommunication System
1.2.1.11 Construction of Landscaping ( Softscape & Hardscape )
1.2.1.12 Construction of Building Facilities which includes structural,
architectural, Furnishing & Equipment, Mechanical and
Electrical

1.2.1.13 Construction of temporary site offices, utilities and facilities

for contractor use.

1.2.2 Preparation of all detailed shop drawings for reinforcement bars,

formwork, concrete, structural steel work certified by a licensed approved
engineer including any supporting calculations as required by the
Specification. The detailed shop drawings shall address all co-ordination
requirements as well.

1.2.3 Any necessary shoring, dewatering, excavation and backfilling for

structure, and removal of excess materials

1.2.4 The supply and installation of vapor barriers, waterproofing of all concrete
in contact with soil, water stops, etc.

1.2.5 Furnishing and installing all sealants, caulking, joint fillers, as shown
and/or as required in conjunction with the system or to join the system to
adjacent construction.

1.2.6 The fabrication, supply and installation of all reinforcing steel, mesh and
accessories required for the concrete. The Contractor shall prefabricate
the reinforcing steel for columns and beams in his yard outside the site for
delivery to the site ready to be installed utilizing the available cranes.

1.2.7 The supply, fabrication and installation of concrete formwork as per

Specification. Contractor shall use customized form systems for all
repetitive structural concrete. Use only smooth faced form work. Allow for
chamfered edges as is standard industry practice.

1.2.8 Furnish and install control/expansion/movement/isolation joints in

concrete.

1.2.9 Furnish and install joint fillers, sealers and expansion joints in concrete.

1.2.10 All waterproofing, durability enhancement measures and damp-proofing of

concrete.

1.2.11 Any remedial works necessitated to achieve the required tolerance in the
finish of concrete surfaces to the approval of Owner.

1.2.12 The provision of other temporary facilities such as toilets, cleaning, rubbish
removal, pest control, maintenance, etc. as laid out Specification section
01510 in Division 1 -General Requirements.

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 1.2.13 Safety requirements as per industry practice as further defined in General
Requirements of - Specifications.

1.2.14 Survey work as required. Setting-out details and co-ordinates of

permanent ground markers shall be provided by the Engineer.

1.2.15 Provide for the engineering, calculations, design, drawings, fabrication and
installation of temporary support, construction shoring, bracing, crane
bases miscellaneous bracing, etc., to support Contractors equipment,
including removal. Also provide for temporary bracing of the structure
during erection, as required.

1.2.16 The Contractor shall make use of such methods of work as are best
adapted to preserve the safety and stability of foundations, walls, and
other parts of the building and to prevent any disturbance or damage
thereto, and shall restore and make good any damages which may be
done in the course of the construction, irrespective of whether such
damage shall be due to negligence or to the inherent character of the
work.

1.2.17 Should any work performed under the Contract expose previously
unknown or unforeseen conditions whose presence could cause additional
construction cost or endanger the project in any way, all work shall be
stopped and the matter reported immediately to the Project Manager and
Engineer, for instructions. However, the Contractor shall immediately use
measures or methods necessary to insure safety and prevent threatened
damage, injury or loss.

1.2.18 All technical submittals and correspondence shall be in English.

1.2.19 Materials and Assemblies: Provide and install all supplementary parts
necessary to complete the work as described on the Drawings and in the
Specification, whether or not each item is specifically shown or specified.

1.2.20 The authorized representatives of the Contractor and major

subcontractors will be required to attend progress meetings at least bi-
weekly, at the Site to discuss and monitor in-plant fabrication, delivery,
erection and logistics.

1.2.21 Following the award of the Contract, the Contractor shall plan on being
available to attend co-ordination meetings at the Site as requested by the
Project Manager.

1.2.22 The Contractor is responsible for marshalling and staging his materials. All
costs associated with a storage yard including receiving, unloading,
storing, shake-out, reloading, and delivery to the site are to be included in
the base price. Therefore the contractor is requested to maximize
prefabrication of steel reinforcement in his storage yard considering the
very tight schedule and fast track contracts.

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 1.2.23 Special fire protection if needed is to be included for all materials &
equipment on site.

1.2.24 Location of Contractor’s equipment and materials should have the prior
approval of the Project Manager.

1.2.25 The Contractor shall not display or permit any signs, posters, or other
advertising on or about the premises without the prior written approval of
the Project Manager.

1.2.26 Air compressors, if used on the site should be whisperised and located as
approved by the Project Manager. Air hose couplings shall have safety
ties on each coupling to prevent their separation.

1.2.27 The Contractors survey crew shall co-operate with the Engineer's survey
personnel and/or those designated by the Engineer and shall verify the
survey, control points, bench marks, etc. The Contractor shall immediately
notify the Engineer of any disagreements or discrepancies.

1.2.28 Contractor shall arrange and pay for any special permits or other costs
required should off-hours transportation or construction be required.

1.2.29 The Contractor shall remove all trash, debris resulting from his work and
any excess material resulting from his operations daily and place them in
containers at the ground level and remove same from site.

1.2.30 The Contractor shall take adequate measures in the protection of installed
work adjacent to and below his work. The Contractor shall be required to
absorb all costs resulting from such damages.

1.2.31 The Contractor shall install, operate and maintain a site facility for the
testing of concrete cubes. This facility shall be operated under the
direction of the independent testing agency approved by the Engineer and
shall be complete in all respect, including curing tanks, etc.

1.2.32 All metal reinforcing chair carriers, spacing bars etc. in contact with the
form work shall be plastic tipped.

1.2.33 Hot Weather Concreting - The Contractor shall be responsible for control
of concrete temperature within the specified limits during mixing, transport,
placing and curing of concrete, by use of approved cooling methods.

1.2.34 The Contractor shall verify tolerance line and level before pour.

1.2.35 The Contractor shall ensure that pouring operations do not dislodge, break
up or otherwise move out of alignment in-place conduit, sleeves, etc. In
case of damage, the repairs shall be carried out at the cost of the
Contractor.

1.2.36 The Contractor is responsible for his own communication system.

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 1.2.37 The Contractor shall remove and patch all "foot prints", etc. in concrete.

1.2.38 The Contractor shall maintain sewers, drains, etc., clean off debris on a
daily basis.

1.2.39 Debris from concrete/forming operations shall be removed from the area
daily.

1.2.40 The Contractor shall ensure that areas adjacent and below the concrete
operations, such as structures, curtain wall below, etc. are protected and
kept clean from debris and concrete spillage generated by his work at all
times.

1.3. SPECIFICATIONS

1.3.1 Division 1, General Requirements, of the Specifications generally specifies

work and coordination that is the direct responsibility of the Contractor, but
shall not be interpreted to define absolutely the limits of responsibility that
must be established between the Contractor and his Subcontractors by
their separate agreements.

1.3.2 Where particular requirements specified in Technical Specifications (

Division 2 to 16) are in conflict with Division 1, the particular requirements
specified in Divisions 2 to 16 shall take precedence.

1.3.3 Work in the Specifications is divided into descriptive Sections that are not
intended to identify absolute contractual or work limits between
Subcontractors, or between the Contractors, or between the Contractor
and his Subcontractors. The Contractor shall organize division of labour
and supply of materials essential to complete the Works in all its parts.

1.3.4 Wherever in the Contract Documents the words “approval”, “direction”,

“directed”, “selection”, “selected”, “request”, “requested”, and similar words
are used, such approvals, directions, selections and requests shall be
given by the Owner unless specifically stated otherwise.

1.3.5 Wherever in the Contract Documents the words ”approved” or “approval”

are used, such approval shall be made in consultation with the Owner.
Approval by the Owner of drawings, products, materials, method of
finishes shall not absolve the Contractor of his responsibilities under the
Contract.

1.3.6 No approval by the Owner of a drawing or material submitted shall be

deemed to approve a departure from the contract or design requirements
unless specifically stated in writing from the Owner.

1.3.7 Wherever in the Contract Documents the word “provide” is used in any
form, it shall mean that the work concerned shall include both supply and
installation of the products required for completion of specified work to
which reference is made.

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 1.3.8 Wherever in the Contract Documents the word “include’ is used in any
form, the items of work listed following shall not be interpreted to be
restricted to only those items that are listed.

1.3.9 Wherever in the Contract Documents the words “indicated” or “shown” are
used they shall apply as meaning “indicated on Drawings and/or
Schedules” or “shown on Drawings and/or Schedules” unless the context
expresses another meaning.

1.3.10 Wherever in the Specifications it is specified that work to which reference

is made shall meet approval, direction, selection or request of jurisdictional
authorities or others, such approval, direction, selection or request shall be
in writing.

1.3.11 Wherever in the Specifications it is specified that work shall be repaired,

made good or replaced due to damage or non-compliance with the
specification, it shall be performed without any additional cost to the
Owner.

1.3.12 Wherever in the Specifications the term “exposed to view” is used it shall
refer to surfaces that are within the line of vision of persons from any
accessible viewpoint, both within and without the works. Where any part
of a surface is exposed to view, all other portions of that surface shall also
be considered as exposed to view.

1.4. DRAWINGS

1.4.1 Drawings shall include all drawings and such schedules as materials, and
equipment schedules included in the Contract Documents.

1.4.2 The Contract Drawings indicate the scope of the Works and the general
and approximate location, arrangement and size of fixtures, and
equipment. The Contractor shall determine accurate locations,
arrangements and sizes by the study and coordination of the architectural,
landscape, civil, structural, mechanical, electrical elements of the Works
and shall prepare shop drawings. Before proceeding with any part of the
Works, the Contractor shall ensure that spaces and arrangements that
affect installations are adequate and coordinated. Where constructions
require revisions to indicated locations and arrangements, make such
revisions at no additional cost to the Owner.

1.5. WORK NOT INCLUDED IN THE CONTRACT

1.5.1 Certain items of work may be indicated on the Drawings by the

designation “NIC” which shall be interpreted to mean “Not in Contract”.

1.5.2 The Contractor shall not include items designated “NIC” in the works.

1.5.3 The Contractor shall not include items designated “by others” in the works.

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 1.5.4 “NIC” and “by others” work is indicated solely to ensure that adjacent work
will be prepared for and scheduled as required and for an understanding
of the design intent.

1.6. WORK OUTSIDE OF NORMAL WORKING HOURS

1.6.1 If overtime is required as a result of acceleration of work, or for any reason

other than one, which would otherwise entitle the Contractor to an
extension of time, the Owner shall be entitled to be compensated for the
additional supervision cost incurred by the Owner.

1.6.2 The Contractor shall give the Owner adequate notice of intent to perform
overtime work and obtain the Owner’s approval before proceeding with
overtime work.

1.7. USE OF SITE

1.7.1 Obtaining of necessary permissions and permits for any additional

provisions or works areas outside of the site boundaries that may be
required by the Contractor shall be the responsibility of the Contractor and
at his own cost for permits and for other related expenses.

1.7.2 The Contractor shall obtain permission from the Owner for use of Owner
Property outside of the confines of the assigned construction site prior to
occupying it for any purpose.

1.7.3 Perform only Work directly related to the Works on the site.

1.7.4 The Site and additional work areas shall be utilized by the Contractor and
Sub-contractor only as required for the Works.

1.7.5 Restrict construction personnel to the Site and Work areas. Do not allow
unauthorized persons on the Site or Work area.

1.8. ADJACENT PREMISES

1.8.1 Do not restrict the users of adjacent premises in the safe and unhindered
use of and access to adjacent premises, including but not limited to,
buildings, roads, sidewalks and similar facilities.

1.8.2 Co-ordinate with the Owner to ensure continuing use of and access to
adjacent premises as approved by the Owner.

1.9. APPROVAL AND IDENTIFICATION OF WORKERS

1.9.1 A register of all construction workers, and Contractor’s and Sub-

contractor’s administrative personnel required on site for the Works shall
be provided to the Owner as directed.

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 1.9.2 Obtain the Owner’s approval for the means of identification of worker and
administrative personnel. Such identification shall be on their person at all
times while they are on the job site.

1.10. TRANSPORTATION AND SHIPPING

1.10.1 The Contractor shall be responsible for making arrangements for

transportation of construction personnel and other transportation to and
from the site as may be required for the Works. The cost of such
transportation shall be included in the unit rates for Works in the Bills of
Quantities. The Contractor shall pay all charges for shipments to the
Owner of parcels containing shop drawings, samples and other specified
submittals, and other documents and materials concerning the Works.

1.11. SITE PROGRESS RECORDS

1.11.1 The Contractor shall prepare a Daily Construction Report, a Weekly

Progress Report and a Monthly Progress Report in accordance with the
requirements of Appendix 1 to the Special Conditions of Contract: “Project
Control System”.

1.12. EXAMINATION

1.12.1 The Contractor shall ensure by examination that all physical features at
the Works, and working restrictions and limitations that exist are known, so
that the Owner is not restricted in his use of the site for his needs.

1.12.2 Previously completed Works:

a. Where dimensions are required for proper fabrication, verify dimensions

of completed work in place before fabrication and installation of work to
be incorporated with it.

b. Verify that previously executed work and surfaces are satisfactory for
installation or application, or both, and that performance of subsequent
work will not be adversely affected.

c. Ensure that the work installed in an unsatisfactory manner is rectified

before further work proceeds.

d. Commencement of each stage of work will not constitute acceptance of

site conditions and previously executed work as satisfactory for the
performance of the immediate subsequent stage of work.

1.13. PROTECTION OF WORK, PROPERTY AND PERSONS

1.13.1 The Contractor shall provide necessary methods, materials and

construction to ensure that no damage or harm to work, materials,
property and persons results from performance of the Contract.

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 1.13.2 Protect excavated areas from damage by water from natural sources and
from backed up drain lines and sewers.

1.13.3 Protect and preserve existing site drainage courses.

1.13.4 Keep excavations and pits free of water. Pump dry as required.

1.13.5 Protect the works from damage by exposure to inclement weather.

1.13.6 Keep surfaces on which finish materials will be applied free from grease,
oil and other contamination, which would be detrimental in any way to the
application of finish materials.

1.13.7 Do not apply visible permanent markings to surfaces which are exposed to
view in the finished state or which are to receive transparent finishes.

1.13.8 Protect surfaces of completed work exposed to view from staining,

disfigurement and all other damage by restriction of access or by use of
physical means suitable to the material and surface location.

1.13.9 Schedule finishing work at later stages of construction when interference

from other tradesmen is at a minimum.

1.13.10 Brace and shore masonry walls until their designed lateral support is
incorporated at both top and bottom.

1.13.11 Enforce fire prevention methods at site. Do not permit bonfires, open
flame heating devices or accumulation of debris. Use flammable materials
only if proper safety precautions are taken, both in use and storage.

1.13.12 Provide and maintain in working order extinguishers of types suitable for
fire hazards present in each case as approved by jurisdictional authorities,
and locate them in prominent locations and to the approval of jurisdictional
authorities.

1.13.13 Where flammable materials are being applied, ensure that adequate
ventilation is provided, spark-proof equipment is used, and smoking and
open flames are prohibited.

1.13.14 Ensure that volatile fluid wastes are not disposed of in storm or sanitary
sewers or in open drain courses, and that disposal methods approved by
local authorities are utilized.

1.13.15 Public and Site Utilities and Services:

a. Verify location of and limitations imposed by existing mechanical,

potable water, irrigation water, electrical, telephone, drainage and
similar services, and protect them from damage. If necessary
relocate active services to ensure that they function continuously in
safety and without risk of damage.

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 b. Cap off and remove unused utility services encountered during work
after approval is given by the utility and jurisdictional authorities,
whichever may apply. Relocation, removal, protection and capping of
existing utility services shall be performed only by the applicable utility
company or authority, and of other services by licensed mechanics.

c. Co-ordinate the capping off, removal and reconnection of a utility with

the utility concerned, and make payment for costs involved.

1.13.16 Prevent spread of dust beyond the construction site by wetting, or by other
approved means.

1.13.17 Protect all grass, plants, shrubs and trees, which are to remain as part of
the Permanent Works.

1.14. SAFETY PROGRAM

1.14.1 The Contractor shall establish a safety program to maintain safe working
conditions at the site at all times.

1.14.2 The Contractor shall appoint one person in sole authority and additional
assistant personnel to administer and oversee safety practice at the site
and establish their authority to enforce safety program requirements.

1.14.3 Co-ordinate with the Owner to determine any special safety requirements
of the Owner.

1.14.4 Ensure that all persons on the site are informed of safety program
requirements and of their obligations to maintain safe working conditions.

1.14.5 Post safety warnings and instructions in English and Arabic language at
visible and critical location throughout the site.
1.14.6 Provide safety helmets on loan to visitors to the site.

1.15. FINISHES, APPEARANCE

1.15.1 Finish exposed surfaces to match approved samples or mock-ups, and/or

as approved by the Owner. Colour, tone, texture, grain, pattern,
smoothness, flatness, evenness, transparency and translucency, matching
and appearance of elements of surfaces and in finished surfaces shall be
to the Owners approval.

1.16. CLEANING DURING CONSTRUCTION

1.16.1 Do not burn or bury waste material on the Site. Remove as often as
required to avoid accumulation.
1.16.2 Do not allow waste material and debris to accumulate in an unsightly or
hazardous manner. Sprinkle dusty accumulations with water, provided no
damage is caused to surfaces. Provide containers in which to collect
waste material and debris.
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 1.17. DUST CONTROL

1.17.1 Provide suitable measures to prevent accumulation of materials

generating dust at the Site and to prevent the spread of dust on the works,
the site, and adjacent property. The Contractor’s attention is drawn to the
necessity to ensure that adequate dust control measures are taken during
and after the planting of the soft landscaping.

1.18. SALVAGE

1.18.1 Unless otherwise specified, materials on the Site at the time of signing of
the Contract shall remain the property of the Owner.
1.18.2 Unless otherwise specified, salvaged material resulting from construction,
and surplus materials and construction debris shall become the property of
the Contractor, who shall dispose of it away from the Site to municipality,
approved locations.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

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PART 3 EXECUTION

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