Sengkang N2 C34 S73

BSS S73
73-1 of 73-57
SECTION 73
73.0
SUPPLEMENTARY SPECIFICATIONS FOR PART A - BUILDING WORKS AT

SENGKANG NEIGHBOURDHOOD 2 CONTRACT 34 (TOTAL 424 DWELLING
UNITS)
73.1
TESTING OF MATERIAL
73.1.1
Requirement
The Contractor shall carry out testing of materials for the Works to ensure
compliance with the requirements stipulated under the Contract. Subject to subclauses 73.1.3, 73.1.4 and 73.1.6 specified hereunder, the Contractor shall only be
required to bear the cost and expense for carrying out the testing of materials listed
in the Schedule of Material Tests provided hereunder. As and when directed by the
SO Rep, material testing shall be carried out at the Site or at SAC-SINGLAS
laboratories or at HDB Prefabrication Technology Centre or at other laboratories as
approved or at the place of manufacture or fabrication, all as specified for the
respective materials. The Contractor shall ensure timely delivery of materials having
regard to the programme for the Works submitted and the testing of materials to be
carried out.
73.1.2
Tests At HDB Prefabrication Technology Centre

The following tests shall be conducted at the HDB Prefabrication Technology
Centre. The Contractor shall be charged at the rates as specified below:
Type of Test
Rate ($)
Cube compression test
Per cube
2.50
Steel bar tensile test
Per piece
40.00
Welded mesh tensile test
Per piece
60.00
Cement sample test
Per sample
420.00
Sand sample test
Per sample
210.00
Coarse aggregates sample test
Per sample
400.00
Windsor probe test
Per test
200.00
Core test
Per sample
250.00
Magnetic particle flaw detection test
Per point
30.00
Per test
550.00
Per test
550.00
Tensile test for scaffold wall ties
Per test
225.00
Compression test for scaffold wall ties
Per test
225.00
Per test
550.00
Per test
550.00
Per test
550.00
Load test for horizontal member scaffold

frame
Load test for vertical member scaffold
frame:
Deflection and bending test for metal

working plaform
Load test on metal working plaform
clamp
Test for metal prop of frame
Sengkang N2 C34
SS 73 (LMF)
Unit
BSS S73
73-2 of 73-57
73.1.2
Tests At HDB Prefabrication Technology Centre

For the avoidance of doubt, in addition to paying the rates specified above, all other
costs and expenses for such tests shall also be borne by the Contractor
73.1.3
Further Testing Upon Failure

Any material test that fails shall be considered not to have fulfilled the requirements
under the Schedule of Material Tests. In that event, the SO Rep may, without
prejudice to his other rights under the Contract, order such further test as he deems
necessary, all at the cost and expense of the Contractor. The Contractor shall bear
the cost and expense for all failed tests.
73.1.4
Additional Tests
The SO Rep may also order additional material tests over and above those specified
in the Schedule of Material Tests. The cost and expense for carrying out such
additional material tests shall be borne by the Employer, provided that such tests
pass the requirements stipulated under the Contract. The Contractor shall bear the
cost and expense of any additional test that fails.
73.1.5
Test Not Ordered

In the event any test listed in the Schedule of Material Tests is not carried out, there
shall be no cost recovery from the Contractor.
73.1.6
Functional And Other Tests

The above provisions shall have application to testing of materials only. Nothing
therein shall in any way affect, vary or relieve the Contractor's obligation to carry out
and bear all costs and expenses of other tests which are not material tests, required
under the Contract, including but not limited to loading tests, concrete core tests,
waterproofing tests, watertightness tests, water stagnation tests etc.
Sengkang N2 C34
SS 73 (LMF)
BSS S73
73-3 of 73-57
73.1
TESTING OF MATERIAL (CONT'D)

SCHEDULE OF MATERIAL TESTS
S/N
TYPE OF MATERIAL
TO BE TESTED
TYPE OF TEST TO BE
CARRIED OUT
FREQUENCY OF TEST
FOR EACH TYPE
OF TEST
NO. OF
SAMPLES
PER TEST
Galvanised metal prop

(for multi-storey car
park/garage)
Stripping
1 test per source.
3 samples per
test.
Scaffold frame
a) Load test on horizontal

member
a) 1 test.
a) 3 samples.
b) Load test on vertical

member
b) 1 test.
b) 3 samples.
c) Material test
- tensile strength
c) 1 test.
c) 1 sample.
a) Tensile test
a) 1 test.
a) 3 samples.
b) Compression test
b) 1 test.
b) 3 samples.
a) Deflection & bending

test
a) 1 test.
a) 3 samples.
b) Load test on clamp

and hook
b) 1 test.
b) 3 samples.
Scaffold wall ties
Metal working platform
Metal props of frames
Load test to SS 280
1 test per type.
1 sample per
test.
Chemical used for

pre-treatment of soil
for protection of
building against
subterranean termites
Concentration of chemical
used
a) Building block
(excluding multistorey carpark/
garage, link building
and linkways) :
i) 2 tests per
building block
for ground slab;
ii) 2 tests per
building block
for apron.
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b) Multi-storey
carpark/garage :
i) 4 tests for
ground slab;
ii) 2 tests for
apron.
c) Link building
including linkways:
- 2 tests for ground
slab.
Sengkang N2 C34
SS 73 (LMF)
BSS S73
73-4 of 73-57
73.1

FREQUENCY OF TEST
FOR EACH TYPE
OF TEST
NO. OF
SAMPLES
PER TEST
S/N
TYPE OF MATERIAL
TO BE TESTED
TYPE OF TEST TO BE
CARRIED OUT
Non-HDB metalforms
a) Reduced section tensile

test
a) 1 test
a) 5 samples per
test.
b) Dimension test
b) 2 tests per building

block.for buildings up
to 20 storeys; 3 tests
per building block for
buildings up to 30
storeys; 4 tests per
building blocks for
buildings up to 40
storeys.
b) 17 samples
per test
150 mm cube mould
Dimensional tolerance
1 test per source.
1 sample per
test.
Concrete
a) Slump
a) As and when
directed.
a) 1 sample per
test.
b) Compression
b) i)
b) 2 samples
per test.
For sampling on
Site: 1 test for
every 40 m3 or
part thereof, of
each grade of
concrete, subject
to a minimum of
1 test for each
batch;
ii) For sampling at

ready mix plant
or precast plant:
1 test for every
40 m3 or part
thereof, subject
to a minimum of
1 test for each
batch.
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Steel reinforcement of
diameter 10mm &
above
Sengkang N2 C34
SS 73 (LMF)
Tensile
2 tests per source.
3 pieces per size

per test..
BSS S73
73-5 of 73-57
73.1

S/N
TYPE OF MATERIAL
TO BE TESTED
TYPE OF TEST TO BE
CARRIED OUT
FREQUENCY OF TEST
FOR EACH TYPE
OF TEST
NO. OF
SAMPLES
PER TEST
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Precast concrete
components including
staircase, refuse
chute, floor plank,
sunbreaker, facade,
gable end wall,
parapet, roof fascia,
sunbreaker
(ferrocement), and
roof slab (ferrocement)
Compression
1 test for every 40 m3 of

concrete used or
minimum of 1 test for
each day of casting if
concrete used is less
than 40 m3.
4 concrete
cubes per test.
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Homogeneous
modular clinker tiles to
be incorporated in
precast concrete
faade
a) Dimensional
tolerances;
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b) Straightness of sides;
c) Rectangularity;
d) Flatness of surface;
e) Surface condition of
clinker tiles;
f)
Water absorption;
g) Modulus of Rupture;
h) Colour fastness and
light fastness;
i)
Acid resistance and

alkali resistance;
j)
Test for adhesion

bond strength
between clinker
tiles and concrete :
i) tensile adhesion
strength;
ii) shear adhesion
strength.
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Load bearing grout

and load bearing
mortar
Compression
3 tests per grade per

casting day.
1 concrete cube
per test.
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Prestressing steel
Yield & Tensile
1 test per source.
3 samples per
size per test.
Sengkang N2 C34
SS 73 (LMF)
BSS S73
73-6 of 73-57
73.1

S/N
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TYPE OF MATERIAL
TO BE TESTED
TYPE OF TEST TO BE
CARRIED OUT
FREQUENCY OF TEST
FOR EACH TYPE
OF TEST
NO. OF
SAMPLES
PER TEST
For household
shelters, the following
shall be tested:
(1) Blast door/frame
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i) Blast door leaf
Cut open the door leaf to

check compliance with
approved shop Drawings
and Specifications.
ii) Cathodic
electrodeposition
primer (where
applicable)
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Adhesion
(ASTM D3359-87);
Scratch resistance
(SS5: Part F2);
Pencil hardness
(ASTM 3363-74);
Dry film thickness
(SS5:Part B1);
Resistance to
continuous salt
spray
(SS5: Part 32);
Resistance to
humidity under
condensation
condition
(SS5:Part 14).
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(2) Shelter enclosure
Air tightness test:

At a water pressure level
difference of 25 mm, the
water pressure drop shall
not exceed 20 mm in 45
seconds.
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Sterilization of water
tank
a) Bacteriological
b) Chemical
) 1 test per tank.

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Sengkang N2 C34
SS 73 (LMF)
BSS S73
73-7 of 73-57
73.1

S/N
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TYPE OF MATERIAL
TO BE TESTED
TYPE OF TEST TO BE
CARRIED OUT
FREQUENCY OF TEST
FOR EACH TYPE
OF TEST
NO. OF
SAMPLES
PER TEST
Precast lightweight
concrete partition
panel
a) Concrete
a) 28 day compressive
strength
a) 1 test per 50 m3 of
concrete used for
production or
minimum of 1 test
for each day of
casting if concrete
used is less than
50 m3.
a) 3 concrete
cubes per
test.
b) Anchor bolt or
pin
b) Pull-out

block.
b) 1 bolt per
test.
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Modular Common
Bricks
a) Width of brick
b) Compressive
strength
c) Water absorption
ratio
d) Soluble salt content
e) Efflorescence
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a) Wall tie system
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a) 1 test per type of

wall tie system.
a) 2 samples
per test.
b) 1 test.
b) 2 samples.
b) Bonding bar
system
Stripping test in
accordance with
SS 117; or ISO 2808
Method (zinc coating
of steel particles)
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Clay roof tiles
a) Permeability
b) Transverse breaking
strength
c) Water absorption
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Roof bitumen
emulsion
(after laying)
a) Thickness
b) Density
) 1 test per building

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) 3 samples
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Sengkang N2 C34
SS 73 (LMF)
BSS S73
73-8 of 73-57
73.1

S/N
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TYPE OF MATERIAL
TO BE TESTED
Main entrance timber
doors
Timber solid doors for

bedrooms
TYPE OF TEST TO BE
CARRIED OUT
FREQUENCY OF TEST
FOR EACH TYPE
OF TEST
NO. OF
SAMPLES
PER TEST
a) Stripping test to
check compliance
with dimensions and
connection details
a) 1 test.
a) 1 sample.
b) Moisture content test

to SS CP 1 (1982)
b) 1 test.
b) 1 sample.
c) Test of adhesive to
SS 347 (1990)
c) 1 test.
c) 1 sample.
a) Stripping test to
check compliance
with dimensions and
connection details
a) 1 test.
a) 1 sample.
b) Moisture content test

to SS CP 1 (1982)
b) 1 test.
b) 1 sample.
c) Test of adhesive to
SS 347 (1990)
c) 1 test.
c) 1 sample.
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Weld (for steel

structure, except
linkways and precinct
pavilion)
Either one or a
combination of :
a) Radiographic
b) Ultrasonic
c) Penetration
d) Magnetic particle
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Steel section and

plates
a)
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Galvanised steel
section
Stripping
1 test per source.
2 samples per
test.
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Anchor bolt for

sun-breaker
Pull-out
5 tests per building

block.
1 bolt per test.
Sengkang N2 C34
SS 73 (LMF)
Yield
Tensile
Notch toughness
Ductility
Weldability
BSS S73
73-9 of 73-57
73.1

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TYPE OF MATERIAL
TO BE TESTED
Aluminium clothes
drying racks and
stainless steel railings
at recessed area
Pre-packed
waterproofing screed
TYPE OF TEST TO BE
CARRIED OUT
a) 1 test.
a) 1 sample.
b) Material composition
test for stainless steel
railings
b) 1 test.
b) 1 sample.
a) Average Compressive
Strength
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c) Shrinkage
Pre-packed Floor
screed
a) Average Compressive
Strength
b) Shrinkage
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Ceramic floor
tiles(common areas
and non residential
units)
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
h)
i)
j)
k)
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m)
n)
o)
Sengkang N2 C34
SS 73 (LMF)
NO. OF
SAMPLES
PER TEST
a) Material composition
test for aluminium
clothes drying rack
b) Water penetration
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FREQUENCY OF TEST
FOR EACH TYPE
OF TEST
Length and width

Thickness
Straightness of sides
Rectangulariy
Surface flatness (for
non-structured floor
tiles)
Surface quality
Water absorption
Breaking strength
Modulus of Rupture
Abrasion resistance
Staining Test
Resistance to
household chemicals
Slip resistance (for
bathrooms and/or
toilets only)
Colour fastness and
light-fastness
Reverse staining Test
(for glazed tiles only)
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1 test.
1 test.
1 test per brand.
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BSS S73
73-10 of 73-57
73.1

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TYPE OF MATERIAL
TO BE TESTED
Ceramic floor
tiles(kitchen,dining,
bath/wc and wc)
Pre-packed mortar
mix
TYPE OF TEST TO BE
CARRIED OUT
a) Length and width
b) Thickness
c) Straightness of
sides
d) Rectangulariy
e) Surface quality
f) Water absorption
g) Breaking strength
h) Modulus of Rupture
i) Abrasion resistance
j) Crazing resistance
k) Staining Test
l) Resistance to
household
chemicals
m) Slip resistance(for
bathrooms and/or
toilets only))
n) Colour fastness
and light-fastness
0) Reverse staining
Test
p) Impact resistance
a) Tensile Pull out test
b) Tensile Adhesion
strength tests
c) Average Shrinkage
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Pre-packed skimmed
coat
a) Tensile Pull out test

b) Tensile Adhesion
strength tests
c) Average Shrinkage
Sengkang N2 C34
SS 73 (LMF)
FREQUENCY OF TEST
FOR EACH TYPE
OF TEST
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1 test per colour.
NO. OF
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PER TEST
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3 tests per
building block.
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3 tests per
building block.
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BSS S73
73-11 of 73-57
73.1

S/N
TYPE OF MATERIAL
TO BE TESTED
TYPE OF TEST TO BE
CARRIED OUT
FREQUENCY OF TEST
FOR EACH TYPE
OF TEST
NO. OF
SAMPLES
PER TEST
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Pattern colour glazed

wall tiles inside
dwelling unit.
Length and width

Thickness
Straightness of
sides
d) Rectangularity
e) Surface flatness
f) Surface quality
g) Water absorption
h) Breaking strength
i) Modulus of
Rupture
j) Crazing
resistance
k) Staining Test
l)
Resistance to
household chemicals
m) Lead and
cadmium
Release
n) Colour fastness
and light fastness
o) Reverse staining
test
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Ceramic wall
tiles(common areas
and non residential
units).
a) Length and width

b) Thickness
c)Straightness of
sides
d) Rectangularity
e) Surface flatness
f) Surface quality
g) Water absorption
h) Breaking strength
i) Modulus of
Rupture
j) Crazing
resistance
k) Staining Test
l)
Resistance to
household
chemicals
n) Colour fastness
and light fastness
o) Reverse staining
test
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Wall tiling work
Sengkang N2 C34
SS 73 (LMF)
a)
b)
c)
Tensile pull-out test
1 test per brand.
3 tests per building

block.
5 spots per test.
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73.1

NO. OF
SAMPLES
PER TEST
TYPE OF MATERIAL
TO BE TESTED
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Paint (internal)
Dilution
1 test per coat per

building block.
1 sample per
test.
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Paint (external)
Dilution
1 test per coat per

building block.
1 sample per
test.
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Solvent cement for

jointing UPVC pipes
and fittings
a) Shear strength
b) Film properties
c) Long term hydrostatic
pressure.
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Ductile iron water

pipes and ductile iron
pipe fittings
Micro structure.
1 test.
1 sample.
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Stainless steel water

pipes
Material composition
1 test.
1 sample.
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Sterilization of
underground water
distribution mains
a) Bacteriological
b) Chemical
) 1 test per
) underground water
) distribution main.
) 1 sample
) per test.
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Galvanised steel gas

pipes and fittings
Material composition
1 test.
1 sample.
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Welding to API gas

pipe joints
Radiographic test
100% of joints.
All.
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Galvanised steel water

pipes and fittings for
fire fighting installation
a) Material composition
b) Weight
c) Dimension
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Tile grout
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
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) test.
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Sengkang N2 C34
SS 73 (LMF)
TYPE OF TEST TO BE
CARRIED OUT
FREQUENCY OF TEST
FOR EACH TYPE
OF TEST
S/N
Linear shrinkage
Water absorption
Compressive strength
Tensile strength
Flexural strength
1 test.
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TYPE OF MATERIAL
TO BE TESTED
In-situ concrete
strength
TYPE OF TEST TO BE
CARRIED OUT
FREQUENCY OF TEST
FOR EACH TYPE
OF TEST
a) Core test
a) 1 test per building

block on 1st storey
in-situ RC wall .
a) 1 sample per
test.
b) Windsor Probe test

block on 1st storey
in-situ RC columns
and 1 test per
building block on the
RC wall where core
test is conducted.
b) 3 samples
per test.
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Coarse Aggregates
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
Sieve analysis
Relative density
Bulk density
Angularity number
Flakiness index
Elongation index
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Sand
a) Sieve analysis
b) Decantation & field
settling
c) Relative density
d) Bulk density
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Laminated safety
glass for fixed panel
below cill height
a) Impact test
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b) Boil test
c) Overall bow & warp
(flatness) test
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Laminated safety
glass for shower
screen
d) Dimensional, thickness
and squareness test
a) Impact test
b) Boil test
c) Overall bow & warp
(flatness) test
d) Dimensional,
thickness and
squareness test
Sengkang N2 C34
SS 73 (LMF)
NO. OF
SAMPLES
PER TEST
a) 4 samples
b) 3 samples
c) 1 sample
d) 1 sample
a) 4 samples
per test
b) 3 samples
per test
c) 1 sample
per test
d) 1 sample
per test
BSS S73
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73.2
PROVISION OF WARRANTY
The Contractor and his Specialist (if applicable) shall be required to provide
warranties for certain specified works and/or materials under the Contract. For the
avoidance of doubt, the Contractor and his Specialist (if applicable) shall only be
required to provide the following warranties:
Clause
and/or
Subclause
No.
3.16.12
14.3(G)
23.2.2(e)
25.12.6
73.20.11
74.3.5
Format
Pre-Treatment Of Soil For Protection Of

Buildings Against Subterranean
termites
Appendix A1 and/or
Appendix A1(TC)
Complete System Of Waterproofing

Treatment And Panel Roofing
Appendix A4 and/or
Appendix A4(TC)
External Painting Works
Appendix A5 and/or
Appendix A5(TC)
Cast-In-Situ EPDM Rubber Flooring

For Children's Playground
Deed of Warranty For Powder Coated
Extruded Aluminium Framed Windows,
Openable Windows, Vents, Fixed Glass
Panels, Aluminium Swing Doors, and
Aluminium Framed Sliding Doors
Deed of Warranty for Waterproofing
System for Environmental Deck Within
Retaining Walls
74.14.4
Deed of Warranty for Aluminium

Sandwich Roofing Panel
74.26.24
Deed of Warranty for Childrens

Playground Equipment
74.26.24
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SS 73 (LMF)
Works/Materials To Be Warranted
Deed of Warranty for Low Density

Polyethylene or other Plastic
Components of Children Playground
Equipment
74.27.6
Deed of Warranty for Textured Coating

System
74.28.8
Deed of Warranty for Storm Resistant

Aluminium Louvres
76.10.6
Deed of Warranty for Water Proofing

System for Basement Structures
Appendix A6 and/or
Appendix A6(TC)
Appendix B1 and/or
Appendix B1 (TC)
Appendix B2 and/or
Appendix B2 (TC)
Appendix B3 and/or
Appendix B3 (TC)
Appendix B4-1 and/or
Appendix B4-1 (TC)
Appendix B4-2 and/or
Appendix B4-2 (TC)
Appendix B5 and/or
Appendix B5 (TC)
Appendix B6 and/or
Appendix B6 (TC)
Appendix B7 and/or
Appendix B7 (TC)
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73.3
PILING WORKS TO LINKWAYS AND PRECINCT PAVILIONS

Where piling works to linkways and precinct pavilions are required as shown in the
Drawings, the Contractor shall ascertain the pile penetration lengths required and
allow in the Contract Sum for all costs and expenses for providing the piling Works
to the requirements specified under the Contract.
In ascertaining the pile penetration lengths, the Contractor may, if he wishes, refer to
the Soil Investigation Report available from the Employer. However, for the
avoidance of doubt, the Soil Investigation Report shall not form part of the Contract
or be taken into consideration in the interpretation or construction thereof or of the
Contract. The Contractor shall take note that all the information in the Soil
Investigation Report are only indicative of the likely soil conditions to be encountered
at the Site. The Contractor shall at his own cost, ascertain the actual soil conditions
and shall conduct his own site investigations
Notwithstanding the pile penetration lengths ascertained by the Contractor, there
shall be no adjustment to the Contract Sum for any difference in pile penetration
lengths between those actually provided for the Works and those ascertained by the
Contractor. However, in the case where any pile as shown in the Drawings is not
provided at all, omission by way of variation to the Contract shall be effected. For
the purpose of computing such omission amount only, the penetration length of each
pile shall be deemed to be 8.0 m.
73.4
OPTIONAL COMPONENT SCHEME FOR PROVISION OF BEDROOM DOORS

Notwithstanding any provisions to the contrary specified in the Contract, the
Contractor shall provide bedroom and Bath/WC doors complete with all the requisite
ironmongery and accessories as specified, for 75% of the total number of each type
of residential units included in the Works, rounded up to the nearest whole number
where fractions are encountered.
For the avoidance of doubt, the Contractor shall be required to provide door frames
complete with the requisite hinges as specified for all units as specified and/or as
shown.
At approximately 10 months before the Date of Substantial Completion of the first
residential building block of the Works, the Contractor shall check with the SO Rep
on the exact number of bedroom and Bath/WC doors before placing confirmed order
with his supplier. The SO Rep shall inform the Contractor the exact number and
addresses of the residential units where bedroom and Bath/WC doors are to be
installed. The Contract Sum shall be adjusted for any additional or shortfall in the
number of doors provided by way of a variation under the Contract. The Contractor
shall be deemed to have allowed in the Contract Sum for all costs and expenses to
be incurred by him for complying with all the requirements specified in this clause.
Sengkang N2 C34
SS 73 (LMF)
BSS S73
73-16 of 73-57
73.5
INSTALLATION (ALUMINIUM FRAMED WINDOWS)

This clause supersedes subclause 18.3.7 "Installation" of the Standard Specifications
For Building Works And Other Installations
(a)
Design and Profile of Aluminium Sections

The design and profile of all the anodised aluminium sliding windows, casement
windows and top hung shall be as shown in the Drawings.
Complete samples of windows shall be installed at the Site for approval by the
SO Rep.
(b)
Detailing
All windows and other aluminium items shall be fixed strictly to the
manufacturers instructions.
Any clearance spaces between the window work size and the work
surrounding the window shall be sealed with an approved sealant when
fixing is completed.
Safety devices shall be provided to prevent window sashes from being
inadvertently forced out from the frame during and after installation. Allow for the
provision of a safety lock device or stopper, made of 6-nylon or high density
polyethylene or other approved material, to be securely housed into the top rail
of head section to perform this function.
(c)
Cement Mortar Infill

The size of the openings surrounding the window shall be checked prior to
installation of window frame. Any deviation exceeding the allowable tolerances
shall be corrected before installation of window frame.
Gap between the window and the adjacent structural member or in-fill nonstructural wall shall be filled with pre-packed cement mortar. The mortar shall be
of the right consistency. Approved backing piece formwork and tool shall be
used to ensure that the mortar infill is properly compacted and grooves are
provided for application of approved sealant
(d)
Application of Sealant
Provide and apply approved sealant to the external periphery of the aluminium
framed windows as shown in the Drawings and ensure that all joints are sealed
water tight and finished to a neat flush joint with the window frame. The
application of sealant shall comply with the manufacturer's guides and
instructions.
All sealant applicators shall possess a minimum of one year working experience
on sealing works endorsed by the sealant suppliers in the HDB List of Approved
Materials And Suppliers. A list of these workers shall be submitted to the SO
Rep for pre-screening and approval before they are allowed to commence work
They are also required to wear identity pass to prove that they are approved
sealant applicators.
Before sealing the joints, the surfaces shall be clean and free of all mortar dust
or other contaminants that may affect adhesion.
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SS 73 (LMF)
BSS S73
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73.6
INSTALLATION ALUMINIUM FRAMED ADJUSTABLE LOUVRE WINDOWS

This clause supersedes subclause 18.4.7 "Installations" of the Standard Specifications
For Building Works and Other Installations
(a)
Design and Profile of Aluminium Sections

The design and profile of the bronze anodised aluminium framed adjustable
louvre windows shall be similar to those as shown in the Drawings.
SO Rep.
(b)
Detailing
manufacturers instructions.
Any clearance spaces between the window work size and the work surrounding
the window shall be sealed with an approved sealant when fixing is completed.
(c)
Cement Mortar Infill

The size of the openings surrounding the window shall be checked prior to the
installation of window frames. Any deviation exceeding the allowable tolerances
shall be corrected before installation of window frame.
Any gap between the window and the adjacent structural member or in-fill nonstructural wall shall be filled with pre-packed cement mortar. The mortar shall be
of the right consistency. Approved backing piece formwork and tool shall be
used to ensure that the mortar infill is properly compacted and grooves are
provided for application of approved sealant
(d)
Application of Sealant
Provide and apply approved sealant to the external periphery of the aluminium
framed windows as shown in the Drawings and ensure that all joints are sealed
water tight and finished to a neat flush joint with the window frame. The
application of approved sealant shall comply with the manufacturer's guides and
instructions.
All sealant applicators shall possess a minimum of one year working experience
on sealing works endorsed by the sealant suppliers in the HDB List of Approved
Materials And Suppliers. A list of these workers shall be submitted to the SO
Rep for pre-screening and approval before they are allowed to commence work
They are also required to wear identity pass to prove that they are approved
sealant applicators.
Before sealing the joints, the surfaces shall be clean and free of all mortar dust
or other contaminants that may affect adhesion.
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SS 73 (LMF)
BSS S73
73-18 of 73-57
73.7
CONTROL OF TILERS
The Contractor shall employ workers that are capable of producing good workmanship
for all tiling Works. They shall possess Skill Evaluation Certificate on tiling works from
local institutions. A list of these workers shall be submitted to the SO Rep for prescreening and approval before they are allowed to commence work. These workers
are also required to wear identification pass upon approval by the SO Rep. The pass
shall be easily distinguishable from other pass used at the Site, by their colour, size or
pattern.
73.8
WATER AND WEATHER TIGHTNESS TEST (SEMI - PRECAST CONSTRUCTION)

This clause supersedes subclause 6.12.2 "Water And Weather Tightness Test" of the
Standard Specifications For Building Works and Other Installations.
The joints in the superstructure shall be subjected to tests for water and
weather-tightness. Internal floors shall be tested prior to any tiling work. Testing shall
be conducted only when all pipes, trunking, etc have been installed and the
penetrations sealed, unless otherwise directed by the SO Rep.
(i)
Method and Frequency of Testing

Joints shall be tested with the method and frequency as described below:
(a)
Structural Roof, Access Balcony

Roof And Lift Motor Room Roof
Water tightness test shall be carried out on all roofs with precast joints in
accordance with Clause 4.32.2 "Watertightness And Water Stagnation
Test".
(b)
External Walls
For external walls, a continuous jet of water shall be sprayed on the joint
corresponding to 600 litres per hour from a water hose having a nozzle
velocity of 2m per second and a cone scatter of approximately 60 degrees
held at a distance of 1.2m from the wall surface under test. The duration of
the test shall not be less than 2 hours. The hose shall be placed with the
nozzle in line with the vertical joint and at a level of horizontal joints so that
the jet cone will cover a vertical and two horizontal joints as shown in the
Drawings.
For external walls, the following tests shall be conducted for each building
block:
Building Height
Up to 10 stories
Up to 20 stories
Up to 30 stories
Up to 40 stories
Up to 50 stories
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SS 73 (LMF)
Frequency of tests
5 tests for vertical joints,
5 tests for horizontal joints
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73.8
(i)
(b)
External Walls (Cont'd)

These tests shall be carried out at any location as instructed by the SO
Rep.
Water shall not seep into any part of the building during the test.
For each test which fails, two additional tests shall be carried out at joint
locations as instructed by the SO Rep all at the Contractor's cost and
expense.
(c)
Gable End Walls

All gable end walls shall be tested by spraying water from the top of the
walls at the top-most floor level for a duration of 2 hours. The hose shall
be placed with the nozzle in line with the vertical joint at the top of the
walls. Water shall not seep into any part of the building during the test.
(d)
Refuse Chute
All refuse chutes shall be tested by spraying water from the top of refuse
chutes. The water shall spray vertically downwards on all internal walls for
a duration of 1 hour. No seepage of water from the joints shall be permitted
during the test.
(e)
Floor Joints Of Precast Slabs

Floor joints of concrete slabs using precast prestressed concrete plank and
precast prestressed concrete hollow core slab with minimum 50mm in-situ
concrete topping need not be tested.
Floor joints of precast slabs using either precast prestressed (or nonprestressed) concrete plank or precast prestressed concrete hollow core
slab without in-situ concrete topping or with concrete topping thickness
less than 50mm shall be tested.
The floors of those areas (or dwelling units) to be tested shall be flooded
with water to a depth of 25mm for a period of one hour replenishing when
necessary. The areas (or dwelling units) shall pass the test if no
dampness or seepage from the dwelling units under test occurs in any
adjoining areas (of dwelling units ) or common area during the test.
Two units (or dwelling units) per floor shall be tested. The locations of
these units (or dwelling units) to be tested shall be decided by the SO Rep.
For each unit (or dwelling unit) that fails the water test, two additional units
(or dwelling units) shall be selected by the SO Rep for testing.
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SS 73 (LMF)
BSS S73
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73.8
(i)
(f)
Kitchen/Bathroom/Toilet Areas
(1)
Carry out water test to the following items prior to any tiling work in
accordance with the procedure described below :
(i)
All joints between the floor slab and floor traps in the bathroom
and kitchen;
(ii) All joints between the branching off for water closet and floor
slab;
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(iii) All floor joints between the precast slabs and walls in bathroom
and kitchen; and
(iv) All floor joints between the precast slabs in bathroom and
kitchen.
(2)
The gratings to floor traps in the bathrooms and kitchens shall be

blocked temporarily with polythene sheets or by other suitable means
and the floor flooded with about 25mm depth of water at the highest
level of the slab. The amount of water shall be maintained for four
hours, replenishing when necessary during which the underside of
the floor slab shall be checked for signs of leaks.
Towards the end of this test, the water will be allowed to drain off.
During this process there shall be no sign of chokage in the system.
73.8
(ii)
Water Test Failure

In the event of failure of a test on any joint, the Contractor shall rectify the joint
and repeat the test. This procedure shall be repeated until the tests on the joints
comply fully with the passing criteria. Furthermore, the SO Rep reserves the right
to reject the use of any waterproofing materials or joint details that perform
unsatisfactorily during water tests at no cost to the Employer.
Under no circumstances shall the Contractor be allowed to carry out his own
water test without the presence of the SO Rep. All water test (specified or not
specified) shall be witnessed and certified by the SO Rep as well as the
Contractor's Representative.
73.9
GLAZED PORCELAIN CERAMIC FLOOR TILES FOR KITCHEN, KITCHEN /

DINNING, SERVICE YARDS
73.9.1
General
(a) Location and Extent
Provide and lay glazed porcelain ceramic floor tiles to kitchen, kitchen/dinning,
service yards and to any other locations shown in the Drawings. The glazed
porcelain ceramic floor tiles shall conform to all the requirements as specified in
this clause. The pattern range shall be Marble or Big Grain or other approved
pattern range. Provide a full range of colours and patterns of floor tiles for
selection and approval by the SO Rep.
Sengkang N2 C34
SS 73 (LMF)
BSS S73
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73.9
GLAZED PORCELAIN CERAMIC FLOOR TILES FOR KITCHEN, KITCHEN /

DINNING, SERVICE YARDS
(b)
Inconsistent Sizes
In the event that the ceramic floor tiles delivered to the Site are inconsistent in
sizes but fall within the allowable tolerances as specified in this Clause including
all subclauses under it, the tiles shall be sorted out into separate groups of
compatible sizes to the satisfaction of the SO Rep. Tiles of one size group shall
be laid in one area separate from tiles belonging to other size groups.
73.9.2
Approved Glazed Porcelain Ceramic Floor Tiles

The type of glazed porcelain ceramic floor tiles provided by the Contractor as
specified in this clause shall be subject to the approval of the SO Rep. The SO Rep
shall have the absolute prerogative to select the type of tiles from the list of approved
glazed porcelain ceramic floor tiles as specified and no adjustment to the Contract
Sum shall be made.
73.9.3
Testing Requirements
(a) Test Samples And Methods
All test samples shall be randomly chosen from the same batch of delivery by
the SO Rep. The test methods shall be in accordance with SS 483 : 2000
(Annex G ) unless otherwise stated.
(b) Test Certificates And Compliance Requirements
Provide test certificates by a testing laboratory accredited under SINGLAS to
cover the tests mentioned in this Clause.
73.9.4
Technical Specifications
Dimensional and surface quality requirements and physical and chemical properties
shall be accordance with the following :(a) Dimensions
The dimensions shall be as follows :
Nominal Length
Nominal Width :
Thickness
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SS 73 (LMF)
:
:
:
300mm
300mm
9mm
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73.9.4
The dimensional tolerances shall be as follows:
(i)
Length
Average length of each tile shall not deviate by more than

1.0mm from the average length of 10 test specimens.
(ii)
Width
Average width of each tile shall not deviate by more than

1.0mm from the average width of 10 test specimens.
(iii) Thickness
Average thickness of each tile shall not deviate by more

than 5% from the average thickness of 10 test
specimens. The average thickness of each tile shall not
be less than 9mm.
(iv) Straightness Of
Sides
Maximum deviation of each tile shall not exceed 1.0mm of

the work size.
(v)

the work size.
Maximum centre curvature of each tile shall not exceed

1.0mm of the length of the corresponding diagonal
calculated from the work size. The maximum edge
curvature of each tile shall not exceed 1.0mm of the work
size. The maximum warpage of each tile shall not exceed
calculated from the work size.
Rectangularity
(vi) Flatness of
Surface
(b)
Surface quality
The tiles shall be free from objectionable surface blemishes such as projections,
depressions, flakes, hairline cracks and bubbles. The tiles shall be level and
regular in size with properly formed corners and shall not be warped or deformed
in any manner.
(c)
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SS 73 (LMF)
Physical properties
(i)
Water Absorption
Shall be a maximum of 0.5%
(ii)
Modulus Of Rupture
Minimum average strength shall not be less than 35

N per sq.mm.
(iii) Breaking Strength
Not less than 1300 N
(iv) Colour Tone
The colour tone of the tiles shall be consistent. The SO

Rep reserves the right to reject tiles that show colour
tone variation including such tiles that have already
been laid.
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73.9.4
(d) Chemical properties
(i) Staining Test
The procedure for carrying out the test is as follows :

Allow 3 or 4 drops of each of the test solutions
(Methylene blue solution, 10g/L and Potassium
permanganate solution, 10g/L), to fall on a fresh part
of the test specimen. Place an approximately 30mm
diameter convex watch glass on the applied drop in
order to spread it to an approximately circular area.
Allow to remain for 24 hours and then rinse the
surface with running water and wipe with a damp
cloth. If a stain remains, thoroughly clean with a
solution of the standard cleaning agent.
Performance Criteria
The stain test result shall be as follow :
1) Methylene Blue
Class 1
2) Potassium
Permanganate
Class 2
Where ; Class 1 = Stain removed by water;

Class 2 = Stain removed by cleaning agent.
(ii) Resistance to
household chemicals
(iii) Slip Resistance
73.9.5
Minimum GB
The Slip resistance test method shall be in

accordance with SS 485:2001. The test shall be
conducted under dry condition using dry floor friction
test method with a coefficient of friction of minimum
0.4.
Laying Of Floor Tiles

Laying of floor tiles shall be in accordance with clause 19.5.6 Laying Of Ceramic
Floor Tiles.
Sengkang N2 C34
SS 73 (LMF)
BSS S73
73-24 of 73-57
73.10
CERAMIC FLOOR TILES FOR BATH/WC AND WC

This clause supersedes Clause 19.5 Ceramic Floor Tiles (Kitchen, Kitchen/Dinning,
Bath/Wc and Wc) of the Standard Specifications for Building Works and Other
Installations.
73.10.1
General
(a) Location and Extent
Provide and lay ceramic floor tiles to bath/wc, wc and at other locations as
shown in the Drawings.
(b) Inconsistent Sizes
The tiles shall be sorted out at the factory into two size groups with each size
group having the size range of 1 mm. Tiles of one size group shall be laid in one
area separate from tiles belonging to other size group. There shall be clear
indication of the size group in the tile boxes. This is required even if the sizes are
within the dimensional tolerance allowed for the production variations spelt out in
the subclause Technical Specifications specified hereunder.
73.10.2
Approved Ceramic Floor Tiles

The type of ceramic floor tiles provided by the Contractor as specified in this clause
including all subclauses under it shall be subject to the approval of the SO Rep. The
SO Rep shall have the absolute prerogative to select the type of tiles from the list of
approved ceramic floor tiles for such locations as specified and no adjustment to the
Contract Sum shall be made. Notwithstanding any approval by the SO Rep, the
Contractor shall ensure that all such ceramic floor tiles for such locations as specified
comply with the requirements as specified in this clause including all subclauses
under it.
The colour of ceramic floor tiles for such locations as specified in the schedule of the
said subclause shall be BLUE and/or PINK and/or BEIGE and/or GREY. Provide
samples of ceramic floor tiles with the colour range as specified for selection and
approval by the SO Rep.
73.10.3
Testing Requirements
(a) Test Samples And Methods
the SO Rep. The test methods shall be in accordance with SS 483 : 2000 (
Annex J ) unless otherwise stated.
(b) Test Certificate And Compliance Requirement
cover the tests mentioned in this clause and all other tests mentioned in the
testing schedule.
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SS 73 (LMF)
BSS S73
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73.10.4
shall be accordance with SS 483 : 2000 (Annex J) unless otherwise stated :
(a) Dimensions
Nominal Length
Nominal Width
Thickness
:
:
:
200mm
200mm
8mm
and/or as directed by the SO Rep

The dimensional tolerances shall be as follows :
:
Average length of each tile shall not deviate by more than 1mm
from the average length of 10 test specimens.
(ii) Width
Average width of each tile shall not deviate by more than 1mm
from the average width of 10 test specimens.
(iii) Thickness
Average thickness of each tile shall not deviate by more than

5% from the average thickness of 10 test specimens.
(i)
Length
(b) Surface Quality

in any manner.
(c) Physical Properties
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SS 73 (LMF)
(i) Water Absorption
Shall be a maximum of 6%
(ii) Modulus Of Rupture
Minimum average strength shall not be less than 22 N

per sq.mm.
(iv) Colour Tone

been laid.
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73.10.4
(d) Chemical Properties
(i)
Staining Test

Allow 3 or 4 drops of each of the test solutions (Methylene blue
solution, 10g/L and Potassium permanganate solution, 10g/L),
to fall on a fresh part of the test specimen. Place an
approximately 30mm diameter convex watch glass on the
applied drop in order to spread it to an approximately circular
area. Allow to remain for 24 hours and then rinse the surface
with running water and wipe with a damp cloth. If a stain
remains, thoroughly clean with a solution of the standard
cleaning agent.
(ii) Slip Resistance
1) Methylene Blue
Class 2
2) Potassium
Permanganate
Class 2
Where;
Class 2 = Stain removed by cleaning agent.
Slip resistant properties shall be required and test carried out for
ceramic floor tiles to bath/WC.
The slip resistance test method shall be in accordance with SS
485:2001. The test shall be conducted under wet conditions
using a pendulum friction test method with a classification of X.
The test shall also be conducted under dry condition using dry
floor friction test method with a coefficient of friction of minimum
0.4.
(iii)
Reverse Staining
Test

(a)
Five full pieces of tiles shall be selected and checked to

ensure that there are no Defect or damages. The tiles
shall also be checked for signs of tonality difference.
(b)
Dry the tiles in a ventilating oven at 105oC for 48 hours.
(c)
With the top or glazed surface facing downwards, pond

the biscuit (ie. back of the tile) with potable water over a
circular area of 50mm diameter and with a water height of
25mm. At interval of every 5 minutes, inspect with the
naked eye or prescription glasses if usually worn and
under sufficient light intensity (> 300 lux), the top or glazed
surface for signs of dark patches up to a total ponding
duration of 30 minutes.
(d)
Repeat the aforementioned test on another five pieces of

tiles but using methylene blue solution diluted at 2g of
methylene blue per litre.
(e)
The tiles shall not show any sign of dark patches on the
top or glazed surfaces.
73.10.5
Laying Of Floor Tiles

Laying of floor tiles shall be in accordance with clause 19.5.6 Laying Of Ceramic
Floor Tiles.
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SS 73 (LMF)
BSS S73
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73.11
WROUGHT IRON STEEL GATES TO FLAT ENTRANCES

This Clause supersedes clause 18.24 "Wrought Iron Steel Gates To Flat Entrances"
of the Standard Specifications For Building works and Other Installations.
Provide and fix wrought iron steel gates to all entrance doors of flats.
The gates shall be constructed in accordance with the pattern and types as shown in
the Drawings. The gates shall be of the correct sizes to fit the entrance door frames
and be obtained from approved manufacturers. All welding and joints shall be neat
and finished smooth. The gates shall have leaf opening first on the same side as the
lock on the flat entrance door. The particular type of wrought iron steel gates shall be
to the particular pattern to each apartment block as shown in the Drawings. All rivets
shall be finished with matching colour to the gate.
Provide workshop drawings for approval by the SO Rep. A complete sample shall be
installed on the Site for the approval of the SO Rep before full implementation.
Preparation
All welded joints shall be made smooth. Remove rust mechanically from the surface
of wrought iron. Clean the surface to remove oil, grease and dirt.
Painting
The Contractor shall seek the SO Rep approval on the painting system for the
wrought iron steel gate. The Contractor shall submit a range of colours for the SO
Rep approval. The colour and finishing of the gate shall be approved by the SO Rep.
The painting system shall be:
(i)
(ii)
(iii)
73.12
One coat of CED primer;

One coat of acrylic based or PU based finishing paint with
special effects and antique appearance;
One final coat of clear acrylic based or PU based lacquer.
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS (CAST-IN-SITU EPDM RUBBER FLOORING

FOR CHILDRENS PLAYGROUND)
This clause supersedes subclause 25.12.5 "Performance Requirements" of the
Standard Specifications for Building works and Other Installations.
Where cast-in-situ EPDM Rubber flooring for children's playground is included in the
Works, test certificates for the performance requirements specified hereunder shall
be submitted to the SO Rep for approval. The performance requirements and test
methods for impact absorbing playground surfacing shall comply with SS 495:2001.
(a) Resistance To Abrasive Wear
The cast-in-situ surfaces shall exhibit the performance specified hereunder :
(i)
(iii)
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SS 73 (LMF)
Wear index shall be less than 1.0;

Wear ratio (p) shall be not less than 1.0 and not more than 3.0
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73.12
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS (CAST-IN-SITU EPDM RUBBER FLOORING

FOR CHILDRENS PLAYGROUND) (Contd)
(b) Slip Resistance
The minimum slip resistance measured in any direction of test, under

either wet or dry conditions shall not be less 40.
(c) Resistance To Indentation
The residual indentation (r), after 24 hour recovery, shall not be more than
5.0mm.
after removal of the load and after allowing for 24 hour recovery, none of the
specimens tested shall exhibit any cracking, splitting or perforation around the
point at which the load was applied.
(d) Ease Of Ignition
The greatest radius of effects of ignition shall not exceed 35mm and shall
thereby be classified as having a LOW radius of effects of ignition.
(e) Critical Fall Height
Critical fall height of impact absorbing surfacing shall comply with SS 495:2001.
Before handing over the playground including playground equipment, contractor is
required to conduct impact attenuation test at site to comply with SS 495:2001 and
shall submit Performance Compliance Certificate, together with test report attached in
the format as shown in Appendix A46, to the SO Rep.
73.13
Gasket (Blast Door)

This clause supersedes subclause 8.3(f) "Gasket" of the Standard Specifications For
Building Works And Other Installations.
The material for the gasket shall be Neoprene or EPDM rubber and shall meet the
requirements of Type 2 closed cell expanded rubber, either grade 2A3 or higher; or
grade 2B3 or higher as specified in Table 2 of ASTM D1056; or other approved
73.14
Gasket (Ventilation Sleeve & Plate Unit)

This clause supersedes subclause 8.4(c) "Gasket" of the Standard Specifications For
Building Works And Other Installations
The material for the gasket shall be Neoprene or EPDM rubber and shall meet the
requirements of Type 2 closed cell expanded rubber, either grade 2A3 or higher; or
grade 2B3 or higher as specified in Table 2 of ASTM D1056; or other approved
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73.15
TIMBER DOOR WITH HIGH PRESSURE PLASTIC LAMINATE FINISH TO

BATH/WC
This Clause supersedes Clause 15.19 Solid Timber Veneered Doors With
Decorative Inlay To Bath/WC including all subclauses under it of the Standard
Specifications For Building Works And Other Installations.
73.15.1
General Requirements
All doors to bath/wc of residential units shall be semi-solid timber doors with 0.8mm
thick high pressure plastic laminate finish. Such doors shall be installed complete with
mild steel door frames, door frame fixing and ironmongery.
The thickness of the door panels shall be approximately 38mm to fit into the rebate of
the door frame profile. The Contractor shall provide wood grain laminates to match
the design pattern of the bedroom door. The type, pattern and colour of laminate shall
be approved by the SO Rep. The Contractor shall check with the SO Rep on the
actual quantity of doors to be installed.
The high pressure plastic laminates shall meet or exceed NEMA Publication LD 32000. The laminates shall be Wilsonart, Nevamar, Pionite or other approved.
73.15.2
Installation
The plastic laminates should be bonded to 6mm thick marine-ply using adhesives and
techniques as recommended by the supplier.
All exposed edges of the solid timber laminated door shall be finished with 12mm
thick nyatoh lipping.
73.15.3
Shop Drawings and Samples

Before commencement of the work, provide workshop drawings for approval by the
SO Rep. A complete sample shall be installed on the Site for the approval of the SO
Rep before full implementation.
73.15.4
Surfaces
The surfaces of the laminate and timber door edging shall be free from stains,
adhesive marks, manufacturing faults and other blemishes liable to impair the
aesthetics of the door.
73.15.5
Moisture Content
The moisture content of timber for all timber components shall be in accordance with
Clause 15.9 Timber Doors.
73.15.6
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SS 73 (LMF)
Ironmongery For Semi-Solid Timber Door with Laminate Finish

The ironmongery items for each door leaf of laminated semi-solid timber doors shall
be:
(a) 3 nos. 102mm x 76mm x 3mm solid brass hinges (satin finish) with flat button tip
and ball bearing complete with matching finish screws;
(b) 1 no. Posse J4LA630-AB or YTL LH630AB or Accord J4LA630-AB or other
approved antique brass finish lever handle lockset with emergency release on
the outside and thumb turn on the inside and solid brass lever handles on both
sides.
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73.15.7
Rubber Stopper
Provide and fix 25mm diameter by 30 mm thick rubber stopper to the glazed wall tile
surface of every bath/wc against which the door opens in a position effective in
stopping the door from damaging the wall tiles. Fix the rubber stopper with stainless
steel screw and raw plug.
73.16
THREE-WAY NATURAL ANODISED ALUMINIUM LETTER BOXES WITH MASTER

DOORS
This clause supersedes Clause 18.13 Three-Way Powder Coated Aluminium Letter
Boxes With Master Doors including all subclauses under it of the Standard
Supply and fix three-way natural anodised aluminium letter boxes to locations as
shown in the Drawings. These letter boxes shall be obtained from suppliers approved
by the SO Rep.
The thickness of the aluminium sheet shall be as shown in the Drawings and the
thickness tolerance shall be 10%. The anodic coating shall be not less than 25
microns for the extruded aluminium section and not less than 15 microns for the
aluminium sheets.
Letter boxes shall be provided for each residential unit. A minimum of two additional
letter boxes shall be provided for ground floor facilities to each building block as
shown in the Drawings. In addition to the two letter boxes, one additional letter box
shall be provided for For Returned Mail Only. The location of the For Returned Mail
Only letter box shall be as shown in the Drawings.
The building block number, road name and postal code shall be engraved on the top
frame and at the location as shown in the Drawings. The unit number of the
residential unit shall be engraved and painted on the individual letter box aluminium
door and on the upturn as shown in the Drawings. The actual block number, unit
number, road name and postal code shall be decided by the SO Rep. The phrase
"For Returned Mail Only" shall be engraved and painted on the returned mail letter
box aluminium door and on the upturn as shown in the Drawings.
Submit complete set of workshop drawings for the approval of the SO Rep.
The keys for the letter boxes shall be kept in separate envelopes and numbered to
correspond with the numbers on the boxes and handed over to the Employer on
Substantial Completion of the Works. Three keys shall be provided for each individual
letter box.
The two master doors shall be provided with different key-aliked locksets approved by
the SO Rep. Three master door keys for the Town Council shall be provided for each
building block and shall be handed over to the Employer on Substantial Completion of
the Works. Three master door keys for Singapore Post shall be provided for each
building block and shall be handed over to Singapore Post on Substantial Completion
of the Works.
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73.17
SUBMISSIONS BY LICENSED WATER SERVICE PLUMBER (LWSP)

This clause supersedes clause 36.19 "Submissions By Registered Professional
Engineer (PE) And Licensed Water Service Plumber (LWSP)" of the Standard
The Contractor shall engage a Licensed Water Service Plumber (hereinafter referred
to as "LWSP" for the purposes of this clause) to supervise and co-ordinate all matters
relating to the water service Works.
The Contractors LWSP shall assist the SO Rep for the necessary notification to PUB
prior to the commencement of water service Works and the submissions to PUB of site
plans and schematic drawings of water reticulation systems involving water storage
cisterns (water storage tanks) and/or pumping equipment and for the certification of
compliance with SS CP 48 Code of Practice for Water Services, Public Utilities
(Water Supply) Regulations and other PUB requirements. Upon completion, the LWSP
shall inspect the water service installations and arange for the lodging of a Certificate
of Satisfactory Completion with PUB to certify the satisfactory completion of the water
service installations and in compliance PUB requirements.
The Contractors LWSP shall notify PUB prior to the commencement of water service
Works and submit to PUB site plans and schematic drawings of water reticulation
systems for minor water service Works which does not involve installation of water
storage cisterns (water storage tanks) and/or pumping equipment and certify
compliance with SS CP 48 Code of Practice for Water Services, Public Utilities
(Water Supply) Regulations and other PUB requirements. Upon completion, the LWSP
shall submit a Certificate of Satisfactory Completion to PUB certifying that the work
has been carried out in accordance with PUB requirements
73.18
ILLUMINATED ESTATE BLOCK NUMBER SIGNAGE

In addition to providing such signages as specified in Clause 18.26 "Numeral Estate
Block Number Signage", the Contractor shall also provide and fix two numbers of
illuminated estate block number signages to the details as shown in the Drawings for
each building block (including multi-storey carpark/garage block and precinct pavilion).
The signages shall be located at the second storey beam and the position shall be
decided by the SO Rep. For precinct pavilion, both the location and position of the
signage shall be decided by the SO Rep. The actual block number shall be made
known later in the course of the Works. The signage shall be double sided illuminated
estate block number and shall be made from powder coated extruded aluminium
frame with an eclipse sign face as shown in the Drawings. The signage shall have
powder coated aluminium sign face cut out text mounted with 3-dimensional injection
moulded plexiglas lettering/number. The thickness of the aluminium frame and
aluminium sheet shall be as shown in the Drawings. The signage shall be reinforced
with galvanised steel brackets as shown in the Drawings.
Submit shop drawings and a sample to the SO Rep for approval prior to their
installations.
Provide and fix all electrical cables, ballast, lamp holders, fluorescent tubes and other
necessary lighting accessories including connection with wiring from the nearest
connection box.
The powder coating shall be superdurable architectural powder coating and shall
comply with subclause 18.13.3 "Polyester Powder Coating". The colour of the powder
coating shall be approved by the SO Rep.
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73.19
LIGHTNING PROTECTION TO METALLIC ROOFING SYSTEM

For metallic roofing system or roof structure at the roof or envelope of the building,
the whole metallic body and any individually isolated metallic parts shall be bonded
to the main lightning protection system to comply with or otherwise satisfy the
lightning protection requirements specified in Singapore Standard CP 33:1996.
The design (where applicable), manufacture and installation of such metallic bodies
or parts shall be carried out judiciously such as to ensure the electrical continuity of
the whole metallic roofing by proper connections/joints and maintain its warranty. An
adequate number of accessible bonding points shall be provided.
Upon completion, the Contractor shall submit to the SO Rep detailed drawings
showing the metallic roofing or structure and the bonding to the main lightning
protection system.
73.20
POWDER COATED EXTRUDED ALUMINIUM FRAMED WINDOWS,

OPENABLE WINDOWS, VENTS, FIXED GLASS PANELS, ALUMINIUM
SWING DOORS, AND ALUMINIUM FRAMED SLIDING DOORS
73.20.1
Over-Riding Clause
The Contractor and his Specialist executing the Works as required in this clause
including all subclauses under it have to ensure that the Works, goods or materials
used shall be suitable and reasonably fit for the purposes for which they are required
(hereinafter referred as "Performance Requirement"). In the event the Works, goods
or materials to be used as specified in this clause including all subclauses under it
are upgraded in order to meet the Performance Requirement, the Contractor and his
Specialist shall do all necessary upgrading at no extra cost to the Employer.
73.20.2
General
Supply and fix powder coated extruded aluminium framed windows, openable
windows, vents, fixed glass panels, aluminium framed sliding doors complete with
glazing, aluminium swing doors and all components to locations as shown in the
Drawings. Extruded aluminium framed windows shall include sliding windows,
casement windows, top hung, vents and aluminium cills and others as shown in the
Drawings.
Unless otherwise specified, all aluminium sliding and casement windows provided
shall comply in all aspect with SS 212 : 2000, except for the modularly co-ordinating
sizes and finish to the aluminium window.
The manufacturer/supplier of aluminium sliding and casement windows shall be
under the PSB Singapore Quality Mark Scheme or PSB Product Listing Scheme
Class 1A. which will cover full compliance with SS 212 and the finish to the
aluminium window.
Unless otherwise specified, all aluminium sliding doors provided shall comply with
SS 268 and clause 18.5 "Bronze Anodised Extruded Aluminium Sliding Doors"
including all subclauses under it, except for the surface finish to the aluminium door
specified therein.
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73.20.3
Performance
When directed by the SO Rep, the Contractor shall send sample(s) of the aluminium
windows for performance tests as required in SS 212 to be carried out by PSB or a
testing laboratory accredited under SINGLAS.
The details shown in the Drawings shall serve as a guide only. The Contractor shall
submit shop drawings to ensure compliance with SS 212.
73.20.4
Material
(A)
Aluminium Alloy
All extruded aluminium members shall be fabricated from designated treated
aluminium alloy 6063T4, 6063T5 or 6063T6 complying with BS 1474.
(B)
Accessories
All screws, nuts, bolts, washers, fasteners and all other accessories to be used
in the fabrication of the windows shall be stainless steel type 304 or 316
complying with BS 1449: Part 2. All screws (except screws used to fix stainless
steel hinges), bolts and other accessories which are exposed shall be in
approved matching colour. All screws used to fix stainless steel friction hinges
shall be approved stainless steel screws precoated with epoxy coating as
shown in the Drawings.
(C)
Rollers, Guides and Stoppers

Rollers used shall be made of hardened synthetic resin with ball bearing at
their cores. Guides and stoppers shall be of synthetic resin material and the
exposed parts shall be in black or other approved matching colour.
(D)
Joints and Gaskets

All joints shall be sealed with synthetic butyl rubber and all inner frames shall
have insertion of gaskets or other air gaskets or other air-tightening materials
complying with SS 212:2000. Gaskets shall be neoprene or ethylene propylene
diene monomer (EPDM).
(E)
Safety Device
Safety devices shall be incorporated into all the glazed sliding window panels
to prevent them from jumping track and shall be in black or other approved
matching colour.
(F)
Weather Strip
All weather strip shall be of approved neoprene or polypropylene pile or
ethylene propylene diene monomer (EPDM).
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73.20.4
Material
(G)
Hardware
For sliding windows, crescent lock shall be provided and shall be of stainless
steel type 304 or 316, aluminium die cast or zinc die cast with double locking
device. For casement and top hung windows, the cam handles shall be of
aluminium or zinc die cast. Friction hinges shall be of Grade 304 stainless
steel. All crescent locks and handles shall be finished in black or other
approved matching colour.
(i)
Torque Testing Requirements For Crescent Lock

The crescent locks shall comply with the following :
(ii)
(a)
Average torque shall achieve a minimum value of 7 Nm;
(b)
Individual torque shall not fall below 6.5 Nm.
Resistance To Wear Test Requirements For Casement Handles

The casement handles when tested in accordance with BS 6462 clause
5.2.3 shall comply with the following:
(iii)
(a)
Cam handle in the fully engaged position after 35 N was removed.

Requirement: pull-in shall not be reduced to less than 0.2 mm;
(b)
Torque to turn the fastener handle to the fully engaged position.

Requirement: The operating torque when measured shall not
exceed 5 Nm.
Requirements of improved stainless steel friction stays(with four screws)

The stainless steel friction stays shall comply with the following
requirements :
Resistance to
obstructed stay
track
Strength of
maximum
opening stop
Test
300N for 5 second
Destruction Test
200N for 5 second
Destruction Test
1000N for 1 min.
Resistance to
accidental
loading
Endurance of
Fastener
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Destruction Test
Requirements
Passed
Arm bent at 40 kg (392N) minimum
Passed
Stay track permanent deformed at
65 kg (638N) minimum
passed
Stay track bent at 130kg (1275N)
minimum
Sash remains intact 150kg
(1472N) minimum
50,000 cycles
Passed (no adjustment throughout

the test)
100,000 cycles
Passed (no adjustment throughout

the test)
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73.20.5
Polyester Powder Coating

The aluminium shall be finished with polyester powder coating. The polyester
powder coating shall be super-durable architectural powder coating "Oxyplast APR"
or "Tiger Drylac U Series 58" or other approved. The powder coating shall comply
with all the requirements as specified in this subclause. Unless otherwise specified,
all test procedures shall be in accordance with AAMA 2604-98 "Voluntary
Specifications, Performance Requirements and Test Procedures for High
Performance Organic Coatings on Aluminium Extrusions And Panels". The powder
coating shall be applied by approved applicator and supplied by approved window
suppliers. The powder and powder coating applicator shall be certified under PSB
Product Listing Scheme Class 1A.
(A)
General Requirements
(i)
Surfaces
Coatings shall be visibly free from flow lines, streaks, blisters or other
surface imperfections in the dry film state on the exposed surfaces when
observed at a distance of ten (10) feet (120 inches) from the metal
surface and inspected at an angle of 90 degrees to the surface.
(ii)
Thickness
The total dry film thickness on each significant surface of the coating on
each piece shall be 60m - 100m.
(iii)
Minor Scratches And Blemishes

Minor scratches and blemishes shall be repairable with the coating
manufacturer's recommended product or system. Such repair shall
match the original finish when tested as outlined in the subclause "Dry
Adhesion" specified hereunder. After application, allow the repair coating
to dry for at least 72 hours at 65-80 degrees F before conducting the film
adhesion test. The size and number of touch-up repairs shall be kept to a
minimum.
(B)
Test Specimens
Test specimens shall consist of finished panels or extrusions representative of
the production coated aluminium. A sufficient number of specimens on which
to conduct instrument measurements with flat coated surfaces of at least 6"
long and 3" wide, shall be submitted to the test laboratory.
(C)
Metal Preparation And Pre-Treatment

A multi-stage cleaning and pre-treatment system shall be required to remove
organic and inorganic surface soils, remove residual oxides, and to apply a
chemical conversion coating to which organic coatings will firmly adhere.
The products used to form the chemical conversion coating on aluminium
extrusions and panelling shall conform with ASTM D 1730, Type B, Method 5
or Method 7.
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73.20.5
Polyester Powder Coating (Cont'd)

(C)
Metal Preparation And Pre-Treatment

The coating weight of the chemical conversion coating shall be a minimum of
30 mg. per sq. ft. on the exposed surfaces as specified in ASTM B 449,
Section 6, Class 1. Processing shall conform with that specified in ASTM B
449, Section 5.
(D)
Colour Uniformity
Colour uniformity shall be consistent with the colour range as established
between the approved source and the applicator.
(E)
Specular Gloss
Gloss values shall be within 5 units of the manufacturer's specification.
The Standard gloss range reference values are :
Gloss Colours
High
Medium
Low
(F)
Specular Gloss Value

80 - Over
20 - 79
19 or less
Dry Film Hardness

No rupture of film per ASTM D 3363.
(G)
Film Adhesion
(i)
Dry Adhesion
No removal of film under the tape within or outside of the cross hatched
area or blistering anywhere on the test specimen
(ii)
Wet Adhesion
area or blistering anywhere on the wet test specimen.
(iii)
Boiling Water Adhesion

area or blistering anywhere on the wet test specimen.
(H)
Impact Resistance
No removal of film to substrate.
(I)
Abrasion Resistance
Using the failing sand test method ASTM D 968, the Abrasion Coefficient
Value of the coating shall be 40 minimum.
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(J)
Chemical Resistance
(i)
Muriatic Acid Resistance (15 Minute Spot Test)

No blistering, and no visual change in appearance when examined by
the unaided eye.
(ii)
Mortar Resistance (24 Hour Pat Test)

Mortar shall dislodge easily from the painted surface, and any residue
shall be removable with a damp cloth. Any lime residue should be easily
removed with the 10% muriatic acid solution described in the Clause
"Muriatic Acid Resistance" of AAMA 2604-98. There shall be no loss of
film adhesion or visual change in appearance when examined by the
unaided eye.
(iii)
Nitric Acid Resistance

Not more than 5 Delta E Units(Hunter) of colour change, calculated in
accordance with ASTM D 2244, when comparing measurements on the
acid-exposed painted surface and the unexposed surface.
(iv)
Detergent Resistance
No loss of adhesion of the film to the metal. No blistering and no
significant visual change in appearance when examined by the unaided
eye.
(K)
Corrosion Resistance
(i)
Humidity Resistance (For 3,000 Hours At 100 Degrees F

And 100% RH With Cabinet Operated In Accordance With
ASTM D 2247 or ASTM D 4585)
Formation of blisters not to exceed "Few" blisters Size No. 8, as shown in
Figure 4, ASTM D 714.
(ii)
Salt Spray Resistance(3,000 Hours According To

ASTM B 117 Using 5% salt solution)
Minimum rating of 7 on scribe or cut edges, and a minimum blister rating
of 8 within the test specimen field.
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73.20.5

(L)
Weathering
The coating shall maintain its film integrity and as a minimum meet the colour
retention, chalk resistance, gloss retention and erosion resistance properties
specified hereunder. The SO Rep shall request data relative to the long term
durability of the colour/colours selected.
(i)
Test Site And Duration

Test sites for on-fence testing are acceptable as follows :
Florida exposure South of latitude 27 degrees North at a 45 degree angle
facing South for five years.
(ii)
Colour Retention
Maximum of 5 Delta E units (Hunter) Colour change as calculated in
accordance with ASTM D 2244-85, Section 6.3 after the exposure test as
per foregoing subclause "Test Site and Duration".
(iii)
Chalk Resistance
Chalking shall be no more than that represented by a No. 8 rating based
on ASTM D 659 after test site exposure.
(iv)
Gloss Retention
Gloss retention shall be a minimum of 50% after the exposure test.
(v)
Resistance To Erosion
Less than 10 percent film loss after the exposure test expressed as a
percent loss of total film.
(M) QUV A340 (ASTM G53, 3000 Hours - 8 Hours UV,

4 Hours Condensation)
(i)
Gloss Retention
70 - 100%
(ii)
Colour Retention
Shall be not more than 5 Delta E units of colour change.
(N)
QUV B313 (336 Hours - 8 Hours UV At 60 Degrees C,

4 Hours Condensation At 50 Degrees C)
(i)
Gloss Retention
80 - 100 %
(ii)
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Colour Retention
Shall be not more than 5 Delta E units of colour change.
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73.20.6
Appearance
The powder coating on the significant surface shall not have any scratches through
to the base metal. It shall be of even colour and gloss with good coverage. It shall
not have Defect such as excessive roughness, flow lines, bubbles, inclusions,
craters, blisters, dull spots, pin holes, scratches or any other unacceptable flaws.
The actual appearance of the finish shall be assessed by reference to samples to be
agreed upon between the Contractor and the SO Rep and thereafter maintained
within agreed limits.
73.20.7
Colour
The finishing colour of the powder coating shall be selected by the SO Rep. The
Contractor shall seek approval from the SO Rep on the colour selection prior to the
application of the powder coating.
73.20.8
Temporary Protection And Prevention Of Damage

All powder coated extruded aluminium windows shall not be allowed to rub or slide
against each other and significant surfaces shall be well protected during
transportation. They shall be wrapped with stout papers, cardboard or other
protective media which shall not be allowed to get damp. The complete window
installation shall be protected against damage by contaminated moisture, cement
and plaster splashes or droppings. The materials to be used for protection shall be in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and recommendations.
73.20.9
Storage And Protection

Ensure and provide proper and safe storage for all materials delivered to the Site
and the continued proper condition of installed windows at the Site until such time
the building is handed over to the Employer.
73.20.10
Installation
(A)
Design And Profile Of Aluminium Sections

The design and profile of all the powder coated aluminium sliding windows,
casement windows and top hung shall be as shown in the Drawings.
SO Rep.
(B)
Detailing
manufacturer's instructions.
Safety devices shall be provided to prevent window sashes from being
inadvertently forced out from the frame during and after installation. Allow for
the provision of a safety lock device or stopper, made of 6-Nylon or high
density polyethylene or other approved material, to be securely housed into the
top rail of the head section to perform this function.
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BSS S73
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73.20.5

(C)
Application Of Waterproof Sealant

Provide and apply waterproof sealant or other approved to the external
periphery of the aluminium framed windows as shown in the Drawings and
ensure that all joints are sealed water tight and finished to a neat flush joint
with the window frame.
(D)
Glazing
(a)
Glass
All glazing panel of aluminium sliding window shall be fixed to the inner
aluminium frames in the factory as a complete system before delivery to
the Site. All glazing of casement and top hung can be fixed to the
aluminium frames at the Site. All glass shall be relatively distortion-free.
Unless otherwise stated, all tinted glass shall be 5mm 0.3mm green
gray/gray tinted float glass with a shading coefficient of 0.75.
Glazing to adjustable louvre window between the kitchen and service
balcony/courtyard shall be 6mm 0.3mm clear float glass.
Glazing panel to vent of bath/wc shall be obscured wired glass of
thickness 6mm 0.3mm.
Unless otherwise stated, all tinted glass for sliding door shall be 6mm
0.3mm green gray/gray tinted float glass with a shading coefficient of
0.75.
(b)
Glazing Accessories
All glazing accessories shall be new, first quality of their respective kinds
and subject to the approval of the SO Rep.
(c)
Protection
Use all means necessary to protect glass and glazing materials before
during and after installation.
(d)
Replacements
In the event of damage, immediately carry all repairs and replacements
necessary to the approval of the SO Rep.
(e)
Fixing
Set all glass in a true plane, tight and straight, with proper and adequate
clearance, firmly anchored to prevent rattling and looseness, with all
edges cleanly cut, do not nip or seam the edges.
(f)
Cleaning Up
Upon completion of glazing, thoroughly clean all glass surfaces, correct
all imperfections and replace all damaged glass.
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73.20.11
Warranty
The Contractor and his Specialist shall warrant the Works on the terms and
conditions as stipulated in the Deed Of Warranty For Powder Coated Extruded
Aluminium Framed Windows, Openable Windows, Vents, Fixed Glass Panels,
Aluminium Swing Doors, And Aluminium Framed Sliding Doors as produced in
Appendix B1. In this respect, the Contractor and his Specialist shall submit such
Deed of Warranty to the Employer or to such other party or such town council(s) as
the SO Rep may at its sole discretion decide. In the event that the Deed of Warranty
for part of the Works or for the whole Works is to be submitted to such Town
Council(s), the Contractor and his Specialist shall submit such Deed of Warranty as
produced in Appendix B1(TC) to such Town Council(s). The duly executed Warranty
shall be submitted immediately upon request by the SO Rep, and if no such request
is made, then at such time when the SO Rep considers the Works have been
substantially completed in accordance with the Contract. In the event the Contractor
and his Specialist shall fail to execute and submit the Deed of Warranty within the
time specified, the SO Rep shall be allowed to withhold 15% of the payment of any
sums due to the Contractor in relation to the execution of such Works, subject to the
minimum sum of S$5,000 per Deed of Warranty. However, such sums withheld shall
be released to the Contractor upon submission by him of the duly executed Deed of
Warranty.
73.21
LAMINATED SAFETY GLASS FOR FIXED PANELS BELOW CILL HEIGHT
73.21.1
Material Requirements
All glazing to the fixed panels below the cill height, described under this clause
including all subclauses under it, shall be of 12.76 mm laminated safety glass units
comprising of 6 mm thick tinted float glass and 6 mm thick clear float glass
cemented together with 0.76 mm thick clear polyvinyl butyral (PVB) interlayer with
glazing gaskets and a shading co-efficient of 0.69, where shown in the Drawings.
The tint of the glazing shall be the same as those of the remaining glass panels
when viewed from the external and inner surfaces of the glass. The laminated safety
glass shall be of Grade A and shall comply with the relevant requirements in SS
341:2001. The safety glazing shall pass the impact test and boil test in accordance
with SS 341:2001 and other requirements all as specified hereunder :
(a)
Impact Test
The glazing material tested in accordance with Annex A of SS 341:2001 shall
comply with the requirements for breakage given in Annex A.
(b)
Boil Test
When tested in accordance with Annex C of SS 341:2001, the glazing material
itself might crack, but no bubbles or other defects shall develop more than 12
mm from the edge of the test specimen or from any cracks that have
developed.
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73.21.1
Material Requirements (Contd)

(c)
Flatness Of Glazing Panels

The flatness of panels shall be within the following limits :
(d)
(i)
Localised warp 1.0mm over any 200mm span;
(ii)
Overall bow and warpage shall be in accordance with Table 3 Flatness

Limits for Glass of Standard Nominal Thickness of SS 341:2001.
Squareness Of Rectangular Panels

The squareness of rectangular panels shall be such that the difference
between the two diagonals does not exceed 5mm for panels where the largest
dimension is less than 1200mm and does not exceed 10mm for all other
panels.
(e)
Size Tolerances
The tolerances on size of safety glass shall be as specified in Table 2 Size
Tolerance for All Safety Glass of SS 341:2001.
(f)
Thickness Limit For Safety Glass

The thickness limit shall comply with Table 1.1 Thickness limits for standard
nominal thickness of glass of SS 341:2001
73.21.2
Design Loads
The laminated safety glass panels shall comply with the Building Regulations
requirements - "Fourth Schedule for Parapets And Balustrades, Table 4". The
laminated safety glass panels shall be designed to resist the loads stipulated in the
said Fourth Schedule for Parapets And Balustrades, Table 4.
73.21.3
Professional Engineer's Calculations

The Contractor shall submit his Professional Engineer's calculations for the design of
the laminated safety glass fixed panels and the aluminium framing for the fixed
panels, to show compliance with the lateral load requirements of the Building
Regulations.
73.21.4
Workshop Drawings And Samples

The Contractor shall submit complete workshop drawings for all glazing and
aluminium Works with PE calculations and endorsement for the approval of the SO
Rep prior to its fabrication and installation. Complete samples shall be installed at
the Site for approval by the SO Rep.
73.21.5
Replacement
In the event of damage arising from breakage, chips and delamination, replacement
shall be immediately carried out all at the cost and expense of the Contractor.
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SS 73 (LMF)
BSS S73
73-43 of 73-57
73.22
TIMBER STRIP FLOOR AND TIMBER SKIRTING
73.22.1
General
Provide and lay timber strip flooring with matching timber skirting to all bedroom
floor areas. In addition, supply and lay timber skirting to living, dining areas where
glazed ceramic floor tiles are laid. Timber skirting colour and tone are to match
timber strip floor. All timber strip flooring shall be finished with varnish of semi-gloss
or other approved finish as selected by the SO Rep.
The type of timber strip referred to in this clause shall be teak or other approved
hardwood. Samples shall be provided to the SO Rep for approval. The SO Rep
shall have absolute prerogative in his selection and no addition to the contract sum
shall be made for the differences in cost arising from different sources of the timber
strips. The laying pattern shall be as approved by the SO Rep.
73.22.2
Technical Specifications On Materials
73.22.2.1 Timber Strip And Skirting

(a) Dimension and dimensional tolerance
Dimension of each piece of timber floor strip shall be 300mm long, 50mm wide
and 12mm thick. The skirting shall be 1200mm long x 95mm X 12mm thick.
Average dimension of each timber strip and skirting shall not deviate by more
than + 2 mm from the specified size. Each strip shall be machined cut to form
2.5mm x 3mm and 4mm x 4mm tongue-and-groove interlock. Allow for
adjustment in skirting height to match site requirements.
(b) Moisture Content
Timber skirting and floor strip delivered to site shall be kiln dried to a moisture
content not exceeding 15% at the time of installation and an average moisture
content of 10% to 14% when dried out.
73.22.2.2 Adhesive
Adhesive to be used for the laying of timber strips shall be in accordance with
manufacturers recommendations and be able to develop a minimum adhesion bond
strength of 0.87 N/mm2 when tested in accordance with Determination of Adhesion
Resistance of Coating adopted from ASTM D 4541:1993.
73.22.2.3 Varnish
The varnish shall be abrasion resistant, heat resistant and non-cracking. When the
varnish is tested in accordance with Determination of Abrasion Resistance of
Coating (via BYK Garden Abrasion Tester) adopted from SS 5 : Part F5 : 1992, the
weight loss shall not exceed 0.03gm after 400 double-stroke of abrasion cycles.
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SS 73 (LMF)
BSS S73
73-44 of 73-57
73.22.3
Workmanship
73.22.3.1 General
The Contractor shall sort out timber strips and skirtings prior to laying and
installation so as to prevent inconsistent dark and light patches on the finished
timber floor and skirting. Timber floor and skirting shall be even, level and consistent
in finish. The finished varnishes are to be uniform in appearance and to the
satisfaction of the SO Rep.
73.22.3.2 Pre-Packed Mortar Screed
Before laying the floor screed, prepare the concrete surface by cleaning and
damping slightly and remove all droppings, stains and foreign materials. Approved
factory pre-packed dry mixed mortar screed shall only be used for the floor screed.
The pre-packed mortar must be mechanically mixed with the right amount of water
specified by the manufacturer. The Contractor shall arrange with the SO Rep for
checking that screed is not hollow and floor screed is level (can allow a tolerance of
up to 3mm difference in level for every 3m) before timber strip floor laying can
properly commence. Completed screed must be allowed to cure and dry for a
minimum of 14 days and there shall be no shrinkage or crack prior to the installation
of timber flooring. Minimum thickness of screed shall be 15mm or as shown in the
Drawings.
73.22.3.3 Application Of Adhesive
The timber floor shall be glued onto the screeded floor with approved and suitable
adhesive. It shall then be allowed to cure for a minimum of 14 days. Adhesive shall
be mixed and applied in accordance with the manufacturers instruction with
application coverage and thickness to comply so as to achieve good bond quality.
The adhesive must be stirred before application and stored in closed container to
prevent drying out and contamination.
73.22.3.4 Sanding
The timber floor shall then be sanded using a sanding machine. There shall be a
minimum of 3 levels of sanding to the satisfaction of the SO Rep. No cost
adjustment to the contract sum shall be made for additional levels of sanding.
73.22.3.5 Varnishing
Prior to varnishing, the timber strip surface shall be thoroughly cleaned and dried,
with all debris, sand and saw dust removed. Suitable fillers must be used if there are
imperfections. Either water or oil based fillers can be used provided they are
sufficiently dried (at least overnight) before application. The floor shall be finished
with three coats of varnish to SO Reps approval. Between each coating, the timber
strip flooring shall be sanded to remove any unevenness and thoroughly cleaned
before the application of further coats. The varnished paint shall be prepared by
adding hardener to the base while stirring and the mixture must be stirred
thoroughly before application. Mixing ratio shall be 10 parts base and 1 part
hardener (by volume). Coverage of varnishing coat during each application shall be
done in accordance with the manufacturers instruction. Minimum interval between
each coat of application is 12 hours.
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SS 73 (LMF)
BSS S73
73-45 of 73-57
73.22.3.6 Installation Of Timber Skirting

The skirting shall be delivered to site sanded and varnished with two coats for
installation on site. Skirting shall be fastened to walls with approved hidden T-nails
and the same nail holes shall be patched up and varnished with the final varnishing
coat.
73.22.4
Storage And Protection

All timber strips and skirtings shall be stored and protected from weather in a clean
and dry area. The Contractor shall provide temporary protective material to cover
the finished timber floor to protect it against damage, dents, scratches, stains and
droppings. Protective material shall be sufficiently thick, impermeable to water and
non-staining in wet and dry condition. It shall be tough so that it cannot be torn or
punctured easily on site. The protective material shall be provided after the final
varnished coat has sufficiently cured and dried. Between this drying and curing
period, contractor is to ensure that the completed varnished floor in the room is
blocked out. Contractor is also to carry out regular checking and maintenance to
ensure protection is always firmly in place. Protective material must not be removed
until such time that all works have been completed and building block is ready for
handover.
73.22.5
Damage And Replacement

In the event of any damage to the flooring, the Contractor shall immediately make
all repairs and replacements necessary up to the satisfaction of the SO Rep at the
Contractors cost and expense.
73.22.6
Workshop Drawings And Sample

The details shown in the Contract Drawings shall serve only as a guide. Provide
complete sets of workshop drawings showing the laying patterns of timber strip
flooring. The workshop drawings shall include plans, elevations, detailed sections
and other relevant details required by the SO Rep. These workshop drawings shall
be submitted to the SO Rep for approval. Further, a complete sample shall be
installed on site for the approval of the SO Rep before full implementation.
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SS 73 (LMF)
BSS S73
73-46 of 73-57
73.23
GLAZED PORCELAIN CERAMIC FLOOR TILES
73.23.1 General
(a)
Location and Extent

Provide and lay glazed porcelain ceramic floor tiles to living room, dining room
and to any other locations shown in the Drawings. The glazed porcelain ceramic
floor tiles shall conform to all the requirements as specified in this clause. The
pattern range shall be Marble or Big Grain or other approved pattern range.
Provide a full range of colours and patterns of floor tiles for selection and
approval by the SO Rep.
(b)
Inconsistent Sizes
In the event that the ceramic floor tiles delivered to the Site are inconsistent in
sizes but fall within the allowable tolerances as specified in this Clause including
all subclauses under it, the tiles shall be sorted out into separate groups of
compatible sizes to the satisfaction of the SO Rep. Tiles of one size group shall
be laid in one area separate from tiles belonging to other size groups.
73.23.2 Approved Glazed Porcelain Ceramic Floor Tiles

The type of glazed porcelain ceramic floor tiles provided by the Contractor as specified
in this clause shall be subject to the approval of the SO Rep. The SO Rep shall have
the absolute prerogative to select the type of tiles from the list of approved glazed
porcelain ceramic floor tiles as specified and no adjustment to the Contract Sum shall
be made.
73.23.3 Testing Requirements
(a)
Test Samples And Methods

the SO Rep. The test methods shall be in accordance with SS 483:2000 ( Annex
G) unless otherwise stated.
(b)
Test Certificates And Compliance Requirements

cover the tests mentioned in this Clause.
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SS 73 (LMF)
BSS S73
73-47 of 73-57
73.23.4 Technical Specifications

shall be accordance with the following :(a)
Dimensions
Nominal Length
Nominal Width
Thickness
:
:
:
450mm
450mm
10mm
or
Nominal Length
Nominal Width
Thickness
:
:
500mm
:
500mm
10mm
The dimensional tolerances shall be as follows :

(i)
Length
Average length of each tile shall not deviate by more than

1.0mm from the average length of 10 test specimens.
(ii)
Width
Average width of each tile shall not deviate by more than

1.0mm from the average width of 10 test specimens.
(iii) Thickness
Average thickness of each tile shall not deviate by more than

1.0mm from the average thickness of 10 test specimens.
The average thickness of each tile shall not be less than
9mm.
Of :

the work size.
(v) Rectangularity

the work size.
(vi) Flatness of
Surface
Maximum centre curvature of each tile shall not exceed

calculated from the work size. The maximum edge
curvature of each tile shall not exceed 1.5mm of the work
size. The maximum warpage of each tile shall not exceed
calculated from the work size.
(iv) Straightness
Sides
(b)
Surface Quality
in any manner.
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SS 73 (LMF)
BSS S73
73-48 of 73-57
73.23.4 Technical Specifications (Contd)

(c)
(d)
Physical properties
(i)
Water Absorption
Shall be a maximum of 0.5%
(ii)
Modulus Of Rupture
Minimum average strength shall not be less than 35

N per sq.mm.
(iv) Colour Tone

been laid.
Chemical properties
(i)
Staining Test

Allow 3 or 4 drops of each of the test solutions (Methylene
blue solution, 10g/L and Potassium permanganate solution,
10g/L), to fall on a fresh part of the test specimen. Place an
approximately 30mm diameter convex watch glass on the
applied drop in order to spread it to an approximately
circular area. Allow to remain for 24 hours and then rinse the
surface with running water and wipe with a damp cloth. If a
stain remains, thoroughly clean with a solution of the
standard cleaning agent.
1) Methylene Blue
Class 1
2) Potassium
Permanganate
Class 2
Where;Class 1=
Class 2=
(ii)
(iii)
Resistance to
household chemicals
Slip Resistance
Stain removed by water;

Stain removed by cleaning agent.
Minimum GB
The Slip resistance test method shall be in accordance with

SS 485:2001. The test shall be conducted under dry
condition using dry floor friction test method with a
coefficient of friction of minimum 0.4.
73.23.5 Laying Of Floor Tiles

Laying of floor tiles shall be in accordance with clause 19.5.6 Laying Of Ceramic Floor
Tiles.
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SS 73 (LMF)
BSS S73
73-49 of 73-57
73.23.6 Timber Skirting

Supply and lay timber skirting to living, dining areas and to any other locations where
glazed porcelain ceramic floor tiles are laid. The timber skirting shall be Teak or
Nyatoh or other approved hardwood. Sample of timber skirting shall be submitted for
the SO Rep approval. Skirting shall be sanded smooth and varnished with 2 coats
before delivered to Site for installation. Nail holes shall be properly patched up prior to
the application of final varnishing coat.
Sengkang N2 C34
SS 73 (LMF)
BSS S73
73-50 of 73-57
APPENDIX B1
DEED OF WARRANTY FOR POWDER COATED EXTRUDED ALUMINIUM
FRAMED WINDOWS, OPENABLE WINDOWS, VENTS, FIXED GLASS PANELS,
ALUMINIUM SWING DOORS AND ALUMINIUM FRAMED SLIDING DOORS
To:
Housing & Development Board

Republic of Singapore
STAMP
If stamp duties required
_______________________________________
_______________________________________
_______________________________________
CONTRACT NO. ________________
WHEREAS :
(1)
_______________________________________________________________
(Name and Address of Contractor)
_____________________________________________________________________
(hereinafter called the "Contractor") is the contractor of the Housing & Development Board
(hereinafter called the "Employer") in respect of the above contract works (hereinafter called the
"Contract").
(2)
_______________________________________________________________
(Name and Address of Specialist)
_____________________________________________________________________
(hereinafter called the "Specialist") is the specialist engaged by the Contractor in respect of
Powder Coated Extruded Aluminium Framed Windows, Openable Windows, Vents, Fixed Glass
Panels, Aluminium Swing Doors And Aluminium Framed Sliding Doors (hereinafter called the
"Works") required under the Contract with the consent of the Employer given at the request of
both the Contractor and the Specialist.
(3)
Pursuant to Clause ______________ of ______________________________
of the Contract the Contractor is obliged and has agreed to give this Warranty.
Sengkang N2 C34
SS 73 (LMF)
BSS S73
73-51 of 73-57
APPENDIX B1
Page 2
In consideration of the premises and of the Employer giving the consent aforesaid at the request
of the Contractor and the Specialist, the Contractor and the Specialist agree with the Employer
as follows :
1
The Contractor and the Specialist jointly and severally warrant for a period of ten (10)
years (hereinafter called the "Warranty Period") that the Works shall remain free from defects,
including but not limited to blistering, algae growth, uneven fading, discolouration, peeling,
warping and chalking.
The Warranty Period in respect of the Works shall commence from the Date(s) of Substantial
Completion of the Contract as certified by the Superintending Officer of the Contract.
2
The Contractor and the Specialist jointly and severally further warrant that:
(a)
they have exercised all proper skill and care in the selection of materials and
goods for the Works;
(b)
they have exercised all proper skill and care in the design and execution of the
Works;
(c)
their workmanship is of a standard that may be expected from a contractor with

specialised experience and expertise in his particular trade; and
(d)
the Works are fit and suitable for the purpose designed and required in the
Contract.
3
It is an express term of the Warranty that the Works when completed and the goods or
materials used shall meet the Performance Requirement of the Contract in respect of the
Works. ln the event the Works when completed and/or the goods and materials used should fail
to meet such Performance Requirement, the Contractor and the Specialist shall be precluded
from disclaiming liability under the Warranty on the ground that the Works as completed and/or
the goods and materials used accord or comply with the Contract, and in this connection, the
Contractor and the Specialist are deemed to have waived this defence in the event a claim is
made by the Employer against them in respect of their breach of the Warranty.
4
Subject to Clauses 5 and 9 below, if any damage or defects should occur in relation to
the Works within the Warranty Period due to whatever cause, the Contractor and the Specialist
jointly and severally undertake to remove and/or rectify and make good such damage or defects
including ancillary works within a reasonable period or duration specified by the Employer's
notice in writing. If such damage or defects are attributable to the Contractor's or Specialist's
breach of warranty under Clause 2 above, then the cost of such removal rectification and/or
making good work shall be borne by the Contractor and/or Specialist. If the Contractor and/or
Specialist shall fail to comply within the period or duration specified, it shall be lawful for the
Employer to order such damage or defects as are referred to in such notice to be removed,
rectified and/or made good by any other person and recover from the Contractor and/or
Specialist such cost and expense incurred for which they may be liable. PROVIDED ALWAYS
that such instructions shall be issued without prejudice to the Employer's right to recover
damages against the Contractor and/or the Specialist by reason of their failure to comply with
this Clause.
Sengkang N2 C34
SS 73 (LMF)
BSS S73
73-52 of 73-57
APPENDIX B1
Page 3
5
In the event such damage or defects are caused wholly or in part by the Employer or a
third party, and the Contractor and Specialist are required under Clause 4 above to remove,
rectify and/or make good such damage or defects including ancillary works within the period or
duration specified by the Employer's notice in writing, then upon completion of such work, the
Employer shall pay the Contractor and Specialist for the work or that part of the work which the
Employer's Chief Executive Officer or at the discretion of the Chief Executive Officer, a person
nominated by him in writing may determine as occasioned by damage or defects caused by the
Employer or third party, and the valuation of such work or such part of the work shall be
ascertained in accordance with one or a combination of the methods mentioned below in
descending order of priority :
(a)
by measurement and valuation at fair market rates and prices; or
(b)
if the above method is not applicable, then the valuation shall be based on the
actual cost of necessary materials or goods, labour, Construction Equipment and
equipment (other than ordinary plant) plus 15% which percentage shall include
the use of all ordinary plant, tools and supervision, overheads and profits.
6
The approval by the Employer of any works required under Clauses 4 or 5 above does
not absolve the Contractor and/or the Specialist from their responsibility to rectify future
occurrence of defects in respect of such works.
7
It is a term of this Warranty that the Contractor and/or the Specialist shall indemnify the
Employer against all loss damage cost and expense suffered or incurred by the Employer in
relation to any damage to property or injury to person caused or occasioned by the acts or
omissions of the Contractor's and/or the Specialist's employees, representatives or workmen in
the course of the works undertaken under the terms of this Warranty. The Contractor and/or the
Specialist shall at their own cost and expense effect and maintain a Public Liability Insurance
Policy for the execution of such works.
8
The Contractor and/or the Specialist shall indemnify the Employer against any
compensation payable by the Employer under the Workmen's Compensation Act Cap 354 (1985
Edition) in connection with any accident arising out of rectification works undertaken by the
Contractor and/or the Specialist pursuant to the provisions of this Warranty. The Contractor
and/or the Specialist shall at their own cost and expense effect and maintain a Workmen's
Compensation Policy for the execution of such works.
9
This Warranty shall not be invalidated in the event another person is instructed to
execute the rectification work on account of the Contractor's and/or the Specialist's failure to
discharge their obligations under Clauses 4 and 5 above, nor shall this Warranty be invalidated
in the event a third party is engaged without the consent of the Contractor and/or the Specialist
to carry out regular maintenance and cleaning of the Works, provided that in the latter event,
any rectification work or part thereof undertaken by the Contractor and/or Specialist that is
occasioned by the negligence of such third party shall be valued in the manner described in
Clause 5 above and paid by the Employer.
Sengkang N2 C34
SS 73 (LMF)
BSS S73
73-53 of 73-57
APPENDIX B1
Page 4
10
All differences and/or disputes arising under this Warranty (including questions relating
to interpretation) shall be determined by the Employer's Chief Executive Officer or at the
discretion of the Chief Executive Officer, by a person nominated in writing by him. Any decision
by the Chief Executive Officer or his nominee under this Clause shall be final and binding on
and conclusive against the Contractor and/or the Specialist in any proceedings that may arise
under this Warranty unless otherwise determined by the Court in respect of proceedings arising
under this Warranty.
11
This Warranty shall remain valid and shall not be affected by any extensions, variations
or compositions granted or entered into with respect to the terms of or obligations under the
Contract.
12
This Warranty shall be read together with the Contract but in case of any conflict
between the two documents the provisions of this Warranty shall prevail.
13
The validity, construction and interpretation of this Warranty and all rights, obligations
and liabilities arising hereunder shall be governed by, and interpreted in accordance with, the
laws of Singapore.
14
The Employer shall have the absolute discretion to assign the benefit of this Warranty
to any third parties without the consent of the Contractor and/or the Specialist.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF we have hereunto set our hands and seals the
day of
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SS 73 (LMF)
20
BSS S73
73-54 of 73-57
APPENDIX B1(TC)
DEED OF WARRANTY FOR POWDER COATED EXTRUDED ALUMINIUM
FRAMED WINDOWS, OPENABLE WINDOWS, VENTS, FIXED GLASS PANELS,
ALUMINIUM SWING DOORS AND ALUMINIUM FRAMED SLIDING DOORS
To:
___________________________
___________________________
Republic of Singapore
STAMP
If stamp duties required
_________________________________________
_________________________________________
_________________________________________
CONTRACT NO. ____________________
WHEREAS :
(1)
_______________________________________________________________
(Name and Address of Contractor)
_____________________________________________________________________
(hereinafter called the "Contractor") is the contractor of the Housing & Development Board
(hereinafter called the "Employer") in respect of the above contract works (hereinafter called the
"Contract").
(2)
_______________________________________________________________
(Name and Address of Specialist)
_____________________________________________________________________
(hereinafter called the "Specialist") is the specialist engaged by the Contractor in respect of
Powder Coated Extruded Aluminium Framed Windows, Openable Windows, Vents, Fixed Glass
Panels, Aluminium Swing Doors And Aluminium Framed Sliding Doors (hereinafter called the
"Works") required under the Contract with the consent of the Employer given at the request of
both the Contractor and the Specialist.
(3)
Pursuant to Clause ______________ of ______________________________ of the
Contract, the Contractor is obliged and has agreed to give to the
____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
(hereinafter called the "Council") this Warranty.
Sengkang N2 C34
SS 73 (LMF)
BSS S73
73-55 of 73-57
APPENDIX B1(TC)
Page 2
In consideration of the premises and of the Employer giving the consent aforesaid at the request
of the Contractor and the Specialist, the Contractor and the Specialist agree with the Council as
follows :
1
The Contractor and the Specialist jointly and severally warrant for a period of ten (10)
years (hereinafter called the "Warranty Period") that the Works shall remain free from defects,
including but not limited to blistering, algae growth, uneven fading, discolouration, peeling,
warping and chalking.
The Warranty Period in respect of the Works shall commence from the Date(s) of Substantial
Completion of the Contract as certified by the Superintending Officer of the Contract.
2
The Contractor and the Specialist jointly and severally further warrant that:
(a)
they have exercised all proper skill and care in the selection of materials and
goods for the Works;
(b)
they have exercised all proper skill and care in the design and execution of the
Works;
(c)
their workmanship is of a standard that may be expected from a contractor with

specialised experience and expertise in his particular trade; and
(d)
the Works are fit and suitable for the purpose designed and required in the
Contract.
3
It is an express term of the Warranty that the Works when completed and the goods or
materials used shall meet the Performance Requirement of the Contract in respect of the
Works. In the event the Works when completed and/or the goods and materials used should fail
to meet such Performance Requirement, the Contractor and the Specialist shall be precluded
from disclaiming liability under the Warranty on the ground that the Works as completed and/or
the goods and materials used accord or comply with the Contract, and in this connection, the
Contractor and the Specialist are deemed to have waived this defence in the event a claim is
made by the Council against them in respect of their breach of the Warranty.
4
Subject to Clauses 5 and 9 below, if any damage or defects should occur in relation to
the Works within the Warranty Period due to whatever cause, the Contractor and the Specialist
jointly and severally undertake to remove and/or rectify and make good such damage or defects
including ancillary works within a reasonable period or duration specified by the Council's notice
in writing. If such damage or defects are attributable to the Contractor's or Specialist's breach of
warranty under Clause 2 above, then the cost of such removal rectification and/or making good
work shall be borne by the Contractor and/or Specialist. If the Contractor and/or Specialist shall
fail to comply within the period or duration specified, it shall be lawful for the Council to order
such damage or defects as are referred to in such notice to be removed, rectified and/or made
good by any other person and recover from the Contractor and/or Specialist such cost and
expense incurred for which they may be liable. PROVIDED ALWAYS that such instructions shall
be issued without prejudice to the Council's right to recover damages against the Contractor
and/or the Specialist by reason of their failure to comply with this Clause.
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SS 73 (LMF)
BSS S73
73-56 of 73-57
APPENDIX B1(TC)
Page 3
5
In the event such damage or defects are caused wholly or in part by the Council or a
third party, and the Contractor and Specialist are required under Clause 4 above to remove,
rectify and/or make good such damage or defects including ancillary works within the period or
duration specified by the Council's notice in writing, then upon completion of such work, the
Council shall pay the Contractor and Specialist for the work or that part of the work which the
Council's Chairman or at the discretion of the Chairman, a person nominated by him in writing
may determine as occasioned by damage or defects caused by the Council or third party, and
the valuation of such work or such part of the work shall be ascertained in accordance with one
or a combination of the methods mentioned below in descending order of priority :
(a)
by measurement and valuation at fair market rates and prices; or
(b)
if the above method is not applicable, then the valuation shall be based on the
actual cost of necessary materials or goods, labour, Construction Equipment and
equipment (other than ordinary plant) plus 15% which percentage shall include
the use of all ordinary plant, tools and supervision, overheads and profits.
6
The approval by the Council of any works required under Clauses 4 or 5 above does
not absolve the Contractor and/or the Specialist from their responsibility to rectify future
occurrence of defects in respect of such works.
7
It is a term of this Warranty that the Contractor and/or the Specialist shall indemnify the
Council against all loss damage cost and expense suffered or incurred by the Council in relation
to any damage to property or injury to person caused or occasioned by the acts or omissions of
the Contractor's and/or the Specialist's employees, representatives or workmen in the course of
the works undertaken under the terms of this Warranty. The Contractor and/or the Specialist
shall at their own cost and expense effect and maintain a Public Liability Insurance Policy for the
execution of such works.
8
The Contractor and/or the Specialist shall indemnify the Council against any
compensation payable by the Council under the Workmen's Compensation Act Cap 354
(1985 Edition) in connection with any accident arising out of rectification works undertaken by
the Contractor and/or the Specialist pursuant to the provisions of this Warranty. The Contractor
and/or the Specialist shall at their own cost and expense effect and maintain a Workmen's
Compensation Policy for the execution of such works.
9
This Warranty shall not be invalidated in the event another person is instructed to
execute the rectification works on account of the Contractor's and/or Specialist's failure to
discharge their obligations under Clauses 4 and 5 above, nor shall this Warranty be invalidated
in the event a third party is engaged without the consent of the Contractor and/or the Specialist
to carry out regular maintenance and cleaning of the Works, provided that in the latter event,
any rectification work or part thereof undertaken by the Contractor and/or Specialist that is
occasioned by the negligence of such third party shall be valued in the manner described in
Clause 5 above and paid by the Council.
Sengkang N2 C34
SS 73 (LMF)
BSS S73
73-57 of 73-57
APPENDIX B1(TC)
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10
All differences and/or disputes arising under this Warranty (including questions relating
to interpretation) shall be determined by the Council's Chairman or at the discretion of the
Chairman, by a person nominated in writing by him. Any decision by the Chairman or his
nominee under this Clause shall be final and binding on and conclusive against the Contractor
and/or the Specialist in any proceedings that may arise under this Warranty unless otherwise
determined by the Court in respect of proceedings arising under this Warranty.
11
This Warranty shall remain valid and shall not be affected by any extensions, variations
or compositions granted or entered into with respect to the terms of or obligations under the
Contract.
12
This Warranty shall be read together with the Contract but in case of any conflict
between the two documents the provisions of this Warranty shall prevail.
13
The validity, construction and interpretation of this Warranty and all rights, obligations
and liabilities arising hereunder shall be governed by, and interpreted in accordance with, the
laws of Singapore.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF we have hereunto set our hands and seals the
day of
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SS 73 (LMF)
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SUPPLEMENTARY SPECIFICATIONS FOR PART A - BUILDING WORKS AT

Tests At HDB Prefabrication Technology Centre

Cube compression test

Steel bar tensile test

Welded mesh tensile test

Cement sample test

Sand sample test

Coarse aggregates sample test

Windsor probe test

Magnetic particle flaw detection test

Tensile test for scaffold wall ties

Compression test for scaffold wall ties

Load test for horizontal member scaffold

Deflection and bending test for metal

Tests At HDB Prefabrication Technology Centre

Further Testing Upon Failure

Test Not Ordered

Functional And Other Tests

TESTING OF MATERIAL (CONT'D)

Galvanised metal prop

1 test per source.

a) Load test on horizontal

b) Load test on vertical

a) Deflection & bending

b) Load test on clamp

Scaffold wall ties

Metal working platform

Metal props of frames

Load test to SS 280

1 test per type.

Chemical used for

TESTING OF MATERIAL (CONT'D)

a) Reduced section tensile

b) 2 tests per building

150 mm cube mould

1 test per source.

ii) For sampling at

2 tests per source.

3 pieces per size

TESTING OF MATERIAL (CONT'D)

1 test for every 40 m3 of

Acid resistance and

Test for adhesion

Load bearing grout

3 tests per grade per

Yield & Tensile

1 test per source.

TESTING OF MATERIAL (CONT'D)

i) Blast door leaf

Cut open the door leaf to

(2) Shelter enclosure

Air tightness test:

) 1 test per tank.

TESTING OF MATERIAL (CONT'D)

b) 5 tests per building

a) Wall tie system

a) 1 test per type of

Clay roof tiles

) 1 test per building

TESTING OF MATERIAL (CONT'D)

Timber solid doors for

b) Moisture content test