[PROFORMA]

ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT

PARTICULAR SPECIFICATION

FOR

ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

(Brief title description of work in brackets to be inserted, if necessary, to better reflect the scope of
installation in addition to the above description of work category. For example, insert ‘Stage
Lighting Installation’ if only such is involved in the Electrical Installation.)

FOR

[PROJECT TITLE]
[PROGRAMME NO. ]

FOR

THE GOVERNMENT OF THE HONG KONG SPECIAL ADMINISTRATIVE REGION

CONTRACT NO. /
NOMINATED SUB-CONTRACT TO CONTRACT NO.**

POST NAME SIGNATURE DATE

AUTHOR
ENDORSER
ICA

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 [PROFORMA]

PARTICULAR SPECIFICATION for

Electrical Installation
(Brief title description of work in brackets to be inserted, if necessary.)
for
[Project Title ]

1. Scope and Specification of Work

1.1 Installations/Systems

All equipment, materials and workmanship shall fully comply with the
specifications as stated in the Preliminaries and all current amendments
thereto, unless otherwise specified on the Drawings or in this Particular
Specification.

This Electrical Installation, (consisting of brief title description of work e.g.

Stage Lighting Installation to be stated, if necessary) shall include the supply,
(except those listed in the Schedule of Appliances/Equipment supplied by the
Employer), installation and testing and commissioning of the following
systems:

[Note: The 7 systems listed below are core items and if any item is not
applicable in this contract, its heading of such item shall be retained with
"Not Used” to be remarked under the heading. Include material
specification as Section 1, 2, 3, etc as per the standard format. This proforma
specification is a general guidance and is not exhaustive, the project
engineer/officer should exercise their expertise professional judgement to
specify the requirements to meet the project specific needs.]

[Note: Project Engineer shall check with PQS on the list of drawings to be
included in the Preliminaries or to include the drawing list in this
Particular Specification]

1.1.1 *Incoming Electricity Supply

*Not Used

1.1.2 *Main and Sub-main Distribution

*Not Used

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 1.1.3 *Lighting and Power Final Circuits

*Not Used

1.1.4 *Luminaires

*Not Used

1.1.5 *Cabling Facilities for Other Services

*Not Used

1.1.6 *Lightning Protection System

*Not Used

1.1.7 *Earthing & Bonding

*Not Used

[Note: Project Engineer shall add specific items, which are not included in
the core items above. For example:-]

1.1.8 Stage Lighting System

1.1.9 Nurse Call and Emergency Call System

1.1.10 Lighting Control System

1.2 Design Responsibilities

The Contractor/Sub-contractor** shall be responsible for the design of the

following system(s) and selection of equipment and components including the
matching with other components to ensure that the system(s) conform to the
specified performance requirements. The Contractor/Sub-contractor** shall
submit all design works including relevant information, data, design
calculations, schematic drawing and layout/detail drawings to the Architect for
approval.

[Note: Project Engineer shall list out specific items which require
Contractor’s/Sub-contractor’s design input. The Project Engineer should
discuss with Project Quantity Surveyor in the drafting of this section as there
is a Clause relating to the Design Responsibility of the Contractor/Sub-
contractor in the Special Conditions of Contract, and refer to the

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 Preliminaries Section of Condition of Contract Clause 23 - Design
Responsibilities.]

1.2.1 Luminaires

1.2.3 Stage Lighting System

1.2.3 Nurse Call and Radio Distribution System

1.2.4 Lighting Control System

1.3 Compliance with General Specifications

1.3.1 All materials and workmanship shall comply with "General

Specification for Electrical Installation in Government Buildings of
the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region” issued by Building
Services Branch, Architectural Services Department – 2007 Edition
and any corrigendum issued thereafter (hereinafter referred to as the
Electrical General Specification or G.S.) unless otherwise specified
on the Drawings or in this Particular Specification.

1.3.2 *State the standards or code of practice to be complied with other

than those already listed out in the G.S, if applicable to this project.
(for example, Barrier Free Access issued by the Building
Department.)

1.4 Others

[Note: This is a section allowed for the addition of any particular project
information or supplementary technical requirements, etc., which may not
be covered in either section 1.1 to 1.2. In case this section is not applicable,
"Not Used” shall be inserted instead of deleting this section.]

*Not Used

2. Constraints Applicable to The Installation

[Note: Project Engineer shall list out particular constraints to this installation
work. In case this section is not applicable, "Not Used” shall be inserted instead of
deleting this section. Examples are:-]

*Not Used

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 *The following conditions shall be complied with in the execution of the work:

2.1 Off-site fabrication of panel board.

2.2 Specific installation methodology, rules, tools, etc.
2.3 Special noise control measures
2.4 Other items to be specified to suit specific project design requirement

3. Testing and Commissioning

3.1 Compliance with Testing and Commissioning Procedures

The Contractor/Sub-contractor** shall test and commission the Electrical

Installation (or brief title description) in compliance with Part D of the
Electrical G.S. and Testing & Commissioning Procedures stated in the
Preliminaries unless otherwise specified on the Drawings or in this Particular
Specification.

The Contractor/Sub-Contractor** shall submit detailed testing and

commissioning procedures and programme to the Architect for approval.

The Contractor/Sub-Contractor** shall submit all the calibration certificates

and factory test records required in the Electrical Installation and this
Particular Specification prior to the testing and commissioning work at the
Site.

3.2 Testing and Commissioning Procedures for Special Items

[Note: Project Engineer shall list out special items not being covered by
either existing Testing and Commissioning Procedures for which the
relevant applicable particular testing and commissioning requirements
shall be specified under this section. In case this section is not applicable,
"Not Used” shall be inserted instead of deleting this section.]

*Not Used

For example:

The Contractor/Sub-contractor** shall follow the approved manufacturer ’s

recommendation on the testing and commissioning of any proprietary system
and product included in the installation. Details shall be submitted to the
Architect for approval.

*The Contractor/Sub-contractor** shall submit the procedure for testing and

commissioning of the following items to the Architect for approval:
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 for example

(a) Musical Class Changing Bell System

(b) Lighting Control System
(c) ______ System

3.3 Particular Requirements on Testing and Commissioning Schedules/Sequences

[Note: Project Engineer to specify any particular project requirements in

connection with testing and commissioning procedures.]

3.3.1 All submissions relating to testing and commissioning are to be

submitted to the Architect at least ___ weeks prior to the
commencement of testing and commissioning work.

3.3.2 The Contractor/Sub-contractor** shall allow for the attendance on

testing and inspection of the Electrical Installation (or brief title
description) to be conducted by the local electricity supply company so
as to ensure that permanent electricity supply will be energized in such
good time to the satisfaction of the Architect.

3.3.3 *List out other particular project requirements in connection with

testing and commissioning programme/sequence/methodology.

3.3.4 *List out special requirements on testing instruments and format of

test record submission.

3.3.5 *Special tests to be performed by competent persons. (Please state

detail)

3.4 Others

[Note: This is a sub-section allowed for the addition of any particular

project information or supplementary technical requirements, etc., which
may not be covered in either section 3.1 to 3.3. In case this section is not
applicable, "Not Used” shall be inserted instead of deleting this section.]

Not Used

4. Maintenance and Training

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 4.1 Maintenance Requirements

[Note: In this section, the particular maintenance requirements in Part E

of the Electrical G.S. should be explicitly given for compliance by the
contractor. In case this section is not applicable, "Not Used” shall be
inserted instead of deleting this section.]

*Not Used

(List out any particular maintenance requirements or equipment included in

this Particular Specification that are not covered in the EEGS)

4.2 Training Requirements

[Note: Similarly, the particular training requirements in Part E of the

Electrical G.S. should be explicitly given for compliance by the contractor.
In case this section is not applicable, "Not Used” shall be inserted instead
of deleting this section.]

*Not Used

(Specify training requirements for special equipment/systems that are not

covered in the EEGS)

4.3 Others

The ‘Requirements on Response Time’ to emergency call as per Part E2 of

the EEGS for the timely attendance of faults shall be *Very
Urgent/*Urgent/*Non Urgent.

[Note: Any special requirements in connection with operation, inspection,

attendance, maintenance or training not covered by either 4.1 or 4.2 should
be further elaborated under this section. For example, special tools,
spares, etc.]

5. Equipment Schedules Included in Particular Specification [ES(PS)]

The Contractor/Sub-contractor** shall complete the following ES(PS) and submit

for the approval of the Architect according to the timing and sequence of
submissions as stipulated in the approved programme pursuant to Clause 16 of the
General Conditions of Contract. The equipment and materials in the following
Equipment Schedule shall not be delivered to site without the prior approval of the
Architect.

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 [Note: Project Engineer shall refer to Clause 7(5) of the Special Condition of
Contract for 1999 GCC and BSB Circular 14 of 2003 and BSB Circular No. 40 of
2003 on the detailed requirements for submission of technical information of the
equipment/material for the Approval of the Architect.]

5.1 Switchgear & Associated Equipment

EQUIPMENT/MATERIAL SPECIFIED
Switch, disconnector, fuse-switch and switch- G.S. Clause C5.2
fuse
Manufacturer
Fuse G.S. Clause C5.8
Manufacturer
Busbar chamber G.S. Clause C5.9
Manufacturer
Busbar trunking system G.S. Clause C6
Manufacturer
M.C.B. distribution board G.S. Clause C5.12
Manufacturer
Miniature circuit breaker (MCB) G.S. Clause C5.6
Manufacturer
MCCB distribution board G.S. Clause C5.11
Manufacturer
Moulded case circuit breaker (MCCB) G.S. Clause C5.5
Manufacturer
Residual current-operated circuit breaker G.S. Clause C5.7
Manufacturer
Electromechanical contactors G.S. Clause C5.14
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 Manufacturer
Motor starters G.S. Clause C5.26.4
Manufacturer
Solid state soft motor starter G.S. Clause C5.18
Manufacturer

5.2 Cable & Accessories

EQUIPMENT/MATERIAL SPECIFIED
Cable, PVC insulated G.S. Clause C2.1
Manufacturer
Cable, thermosetting insulated (low smoke, zero G.S. Clause C2.1
halogen)
Manufacturer
Cable, PVC insulated & sheathed G.S. Clause C2.1
Manufacturer
Cable, PVC insulated & sheathed, flexible G.S. Clause C2.1
Manufacturer
Cable, fire resistant & accessories G.S. Clause C2.1 and
C3.2 & C3.6
Manufacturer
Cable, XLPE SWA & PVCS G.S. Clause C3.2
Manufacturer
Cable, MICS & accessories G.S. Clause C3.2, C3.7
and C3.8
Manufacturer
Cable, PVC SWA & PVCS G.S. Clause C3.2
Manufacturer

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 Cable, XLPE SWA & XLPE (low smoke, zero G.S. Clause C3.2
halogen)
Manufacturer
Joint for cable, PVC SWA & PVCS G.S. Clause B3.7 and
P.S. Clause
Manufacturer
Steel conduit & accessories G.S. Clause C2.2
Manufacturer
Steel conduit fitting G.S. Clause C2.2.3
Manufacturer
Spacing saddle for steel conduit G.S. Clause C2.2.3
Manufacturer
Brass bushes G.S. Clause C2.2.3
Manufacturer
Ceiling conduit box, cast iron, shallow/deep G.S. Clause C2.2.3
Manufacturer
Adaptable/junction box, cast iron G.S. Clause C2.2.3
Manufacturer

5.3 Conduit & accessories

EQUIPMENT/MATERIAL SPECIFIED
Metal box for switch/socket, galvanised, G.S. Clause C2.2.4
surface/flush pattern
Manufacturer
Dome cover, cast iron G.S. Clause C2.2.3
Manufacturer
PVC conduit & accessories, heavy duty G.S. Clause C2.3
Manufacturer
PVC box for switch/socket, surface/flush pattern G.S. Clause C2.3.3

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 Manufacturer
Steel flexible conduit G.S. Clause C2.2.2
Manufacturer
Adaptor for steel flexible conduit G.S. Clause C2.2.2
Manufacturer
Pliable Conduit G.S. Clause C2.3.2
Manufacturer

5.4 Trunking, cable tray, floor duct & accessories

EQUIPMENT/MATERIAL SPECIFIED
Steel trunking & accessories G.S. Clause C2.4
Manufacturer
Metal cable tray G.S. Clause C3.10
Manufacturer
Galvanised floor duct & accessories G.S. Clause C2.4
Manufacturer
Cable Ladder G.S. Clause C3.11
Manufacturer

5.5 Wiring accessories

EQUIPMENT/MATERIAL SPECIFIED
Lighting switch, bakelite/metalclad G.S. Clause C4.2
Manufacturer
Double pole switch with pilot light, G.S. Clause C4.2
bakelite/metalclad
Manufacturer
Socket-outlet, Switched socket-outlet, Switched G.S. Clause C4.3
socket-outlet w/pilot light, shuttered type,
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 bakelite/metalclad
Manufacturer
Fused connector unit, bakelite/metalclad G.S. Clause C4.4
Manufacturer
Cooker control unit, bakelite G.S. Clause B5.8 and
P.S. Clause
Manufacturer
Moulded plastic pattress, surface pattern G.S. Clause C4.1
Manufacturer
Shaver supply unit G.S. Clause C4.3.2
Manufacturer
Lighting switch, watertight G.S. Clause C4.2.1
Manufacturer
Lighting switch, sparkless G.S. Clause C4.2.4
Manufacturer
Socket-outlet with plug, Switchsocket-outlet G.S. Clause C4.3.1
with plug, watertight
Manufacturer
Cartridge fuse for 13A plug/ fused G.S. Clause C5.8.5
spur/connection unit
Manufacturer

5.6 Luminaire & lamp

EQUIPMENT/MATERIAL SPECIFIED
Lampholder, batten type G.S. Clause C4.6.4
Manufacturer
Lampholder, cordgrip type G.S. Clause C4.6.4
Manufacturer
Ceiling rose, cordgrip type G.S. Clause C4.6.3

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 Manufacturer
Tungsten halogen lamp G.S. Clause C9
Manufacturer
Fluorescent lamp G.S. Clause C7.7
Manufacturer
Compact fluorescent lamp G.S. Clause C7.7
Manufacturer
High pressure mercury discharge lamp G.S. Clause C8
Manufacturer
High pressure sodium discharge G.S. Clause C8
lamp
Manufacturer
Engaged light P.S. Clause
Manufacturer
SFC _ P.S. Clause
Manufacturer
SFC _ P.S Clause
Manufacturer
SFC _ etc P.S. Clause
Manufacturer

5.7 Earthing, bonding & lightning protection

EQUIPMENT/MATERIAL SPECIFIED
Copper tape G.S. Clause B7.4 and
P.S. Clause
Manufacturer
PVC covered copper tape P.S. Clause
Manufacturer
Copper tape clip/saddle G.S. Clause B8.5.8 and
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 P.S. Clause
Manufacturer
Earth copper rod G.S. Clause B7.3 and
P.S. Clause
Manufacturer
Earth plate G.S. Clause B7.3.4 and
P.S. Clause
Manufacturer

5.8 Others

EQUIPMENT/MATERIAL SPECIFIED

Lamp pole G.S. Clause B8.4.4 and

P.S. Clause
Manufacturer
Time switch complete with box G.S. Clause C4.2.5
Manufacturer
Kilowatt-hour meter G.S. Clause C4.7.1
Manufacturer
Bell, underdome type, extra low voltage G.S. Clause B8.2.4 and
P.S. Clause
Manufacturer
Alarm bell, ironclad G.S. Clause B8.2.2 and
P.S. Clause
Manufacturer
Buzzer complete with plastic case G.S. Clause B8.2.4 and
P.S. Clause
Manufacturer
Bell indicator G.S. Clause B8.2.10
and P.S. Clause
Manufacturer
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 Bell transformer G.S. Clause B8.2.5 and
P.S. Clause
Manufacturer
Active Harmonic Filter G.S. Clause C5.16
Manufacturer
Surge Protection Device G.S. Clause C5.17
Manufacturer
Solid State Soft Motor Starter G.S. Clause C5.18
Manufacturer
Variable Speed Drives G.S. Clause C5.19
Manufacturer
Digital Multifunction Power Meter G.S. Clause 5.20 and
*P.S. Clause
Manufacturer
Charger and Battery Set G.S. Clause C5.21
Manufacturer
Power Factor Correction Equipment G.S. Clause C5.22 and
*P.S. Clause
Manufacturer
Digital Protection Relay G.S. Clause C5.23 and
*P.S. Clause
Manufacturer
Digital Power Analyzer G.S. Clause C5.24 and
*P.S. Clause
Manufacturer

Note:
Project Engineer shall review the above list and add/delete items applicable to the project.

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6. Schedule of Appliance/Equipment Supplied by the Employer

[Standard Format]

The following appliances / equipment shall be supplied by the Employer, but collected,
installed and connected as and when required by the Contractor/Sub-contractor** except
otherwise specified. The Contractor/Sub-contractor** shall be responsible for the
returning of any surplus material to the designated Government / Employer’s store as and
when required.

[Note: Project Engineer shall check with the Supplies Section for the items
available as allocated store. Otherwise they have to be supplied by the contractor.]

Item Quantity

*Battery Wall Clock, 300mm dia

*Refrigerator (280 Litres)

Etc

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