Table of Content Architectural Reverts Project Review

Table of Content
Description Page No
1. Architectural – Revert 2 To 6
2. Structural – Revert 7 To 10
3. Mechanical – Revert 11 To 13
4. Electrical – Revert 14 To 25
4.1. Electrical References 26 To 30
5. BOQ – Reverts 31 To 33
Architectural - Reverts
Prepared By: AMSAD Architectural Associates AMSAD Reply on Issue Date: January 29, 2017
Project Name: JED-12005-MASARAH VILLA REVIEW AND AUDIT REPORT
Department ARCHITECTURAL
Project Stage : IFT submittal by Palladian London and the selected consultants
Note: This Report based on review received from client dated january 03, 2017 on IFT stage
comments type: • Drafting and/or Printing Errors • Missing and/or Insufficient • Against Code/specification/ Standards • Other
Reference type: • Drawings • Documents ( Calculations, Bill of Quantities, Specifications, …….)
Ser. No. Palladian London comments / Notes Reference comments type Amsad Reply Notes
ARCHITECUTURAL COMMENTS
1.2 REVIEW THE ELEVATIONS IN TERMS OF SHAPE AND OPTIMUM USE SPECIALLY FOR ENTRANCE AND WINDWOS
Main Villa
WINDOWS - NATURAL LIGHT AND VENTILATION
Shape and size of windows and entrance doorways in IFT package is developed based on concept design
1 the main villa and Son's villa could be increased in Drawings Recommendation approved by client. Any design modification is subject to -
height to improve proportions. client approval.
Ground Floor
The kitchen has a small window, however the WC and
storage cupboard could be redesigned to allow for a IFT package is developed based on concept design
2 much larger window, which would transform the Drawings Recommendation approved by client. Any design modification is subject to -
space,Window at the end of Majlis could match the client approval.
side walls. See figure 1.7
First Floor
We would recommend at least one open able window

After completion of excavation for the whole site, a
in each of 'His' and 'Her' bathrooms for natural light
survey for the foundation level (Rock if any) should be
3 and ventilation on the first floor. The senior room Drawings Recommendation -
prepared to get the actual foundation level and reported
would benefit from an additional window in the
to the designer.
second floor.
Second Floor
The senior room could benefit from an additional
window. IFT package is developed based on concept design
4 Drawings Recommendation approved by client. Any design modification is subject to
client approval.
Floor Plans
Ground Floor
• Reconfigure the layout to create a larger and more
luxurious family bathroom.
• Alter the cloakroom arrangement to create
symmetrical entrances, from the Hallway into the
Formal Dining Room and Majlis.
• Move the start of the staircase back to improve
circulation and thoroughfares to adjacent rooms.
IFT package is developed based on concept design
• Install sliding doors to screen off the play area
visually or acoustically with the dining room.
client approval.
• Enlarge the window into the kitchen to bring much
needed natural light into the functional space.
• Reconfigure the waiting areas and WC arrangement
adjacent to the kitchen.
• Reconfigure the existing rooms to create a more
generous guest WC and/or play area.
First Floor
• Add natural light into the main bathroom by
reconfiguring the internal layout and installing an
additional window.
• Increase width of hallway landing to include
additional seating area and look out area to the void
below.
• Relocate Safe from the external wall in order to give
a more generous space for seating and a circulation IFT package is developed based on concept design
6 area around the master bed and improve ceiling Drawings Recommendation approved by client. Any design modification is subject to
details to allow symmetry. client approval.
• Widen the opening to the bathroom with double
pocket sliding doors to give the bathroom a grander
entrance.
• Nib walls could be removed in order the help the
circulation in and around the bedroom.
• Reconfigure bedroom and bathroom layout to give
assess to a bathroom directly off the family hall.
Son's Villa
WINDOWS - NATURAL LIGHT AND VENTILATION
Ground Floor

The main atrium would benefit greatly from a large
skylight.
client approval.
First Floor
It would be greatly beneficial to spaces if the blanked

windows could be functional as the bathrooms and IFT package is developed based on concept design
8 dressers are starved of any form of natural light and Drawings Recommendation approved by client. Any design modification is subject to
ventilation. The glazing in the bathrooms and dressers client approval.
could be opaque to maintain the client's privacy.
Second Floor
It would be beneficial to have at least one window in
the pantry, laundry and the sitting room.
client approval.
Floor Plans ARCHITECUTURAL COMMENTS
Ground Floor
. Reduce the size of the entrance hallway, enlarging
the guest majlis and guest dining, which may be more
useful than a large entrance hall.
. Create seating below staircase
. Size of doors in to guest majlis and guest dining to be IFT package is developed based on concept design
10 equidistant and symmetrical Drawings Recommendation approved by client. Any design modification is subject to
. Large glazed doors could allow light to filter through client approval.
the guest majlis and dining rooms in to the hallway,
also opening up the entire front wing of the ground
floor to show the scale of the building.
First Floor
•Eliminate the hallway inside 'Her' bedroom suite,
returning the floor space back to 'Her' bedroom.
• The revised hallway plan seems to work better;
giving the dead space back to 'His' and 'Her' bedrooms.
• Remove the step in the wall, where the head of the
bed sits, to make the wall flush continuously.
• Reduce the hallway width in the staff quarters to
make it consistent, also gaining additional space in the
client approval.
storage and pantry.
• Close off the staff hallway by placing a door at the
entrance of it (adjacent to 'His' bedroom).
• Remove nibs from around wall opening between
wardrobe and bathrooms to enlarge the opening in to
bedrooms.
Diwanyah
Floor Plans
Ground Floor
• Pantry to have a sliding door.
• Enlarge the bathroom by making use of access in to
bathroom. IFT package is developed based on concept design
12 • Create doors in to the triangular dead space from Drawings Recommendation approved by client. Any design modification is subject to
the garden to use as garden storage. client approval.
• The façade or perhaps a section of it, could be
treated in a different way to the Main Villa.
Windows
We suggest having skylights for each of these rooms IFT package is developed based on concept design
13 rather than windows opening on to an enclosed Drawings Recommendation approved by client. Any design modification is subject to
corridor client approval.
Main Villa Support Building

• We would recommend at least one window or
skylight here for natural light and ventilation. IFT package is developed based on concept design
14 • We would specially recommend 2x large skylights in Drawings Recommendation approved by client. Any design modification is subject to
the kitchen. client approval.
Guard House
• For security reasons we would recommend having
at least one window facing the central rear gardens/ IFT package is developed based on concept design
15 parking area. Drawings Recommendation approved by client. Any design modification is subject to
client approval.
Hallways/ Corridors
• The suggested changes to the first floor plan of the
Son's Villa would enable the excess space in the
hallways to be given back to the rooms, ensuring IFT package is developed based on concept design
16 larger store and pantry rooms in the staff quarters. Drawings Recommendation approved by client. Any design modification is subject to
More importantly the design of, Her suite could client approval.
become more open and eliminate the need for the
hallway in the suite.
1.2.3 CONSIDER SAFETY REQUIRMENTS REGARDING FIRE FIGHTING AND THE FIRE ALARAM SYSTEMS
Site
• The switch room/substation is a potential security

risk as it has direct access from the street and, No direct access from street except transformers &
17 although alarm systems and cameras are incorporated Drawings Observation meter room it should be direct access as per SCECO
within the documentation, it appears to be a potential instructions.
weak point for entering the site.
• The Architectural screening described in section 1.2

No need for this additional cost. There is no roisk to
18 of the report could also be designed to add an Drawings Recommendation
keep it as it is.
additional security layer.
Safety
• Installation of a metal safety barrier (1.1 m high) on
the upper roof, set back from the parapet edge,
would allow maintenance teams to walk around the The parapet is enough for safety it is not a heavy duty or
19 Drawings Recommendation
plant area without the risk of falling. The mechanical duarable maintanence
fixing of the barrier to the roof must be suitable for
the waterproofing system proposed.
• Positioning the barrier away from the edge of the ARCHITECUTURAL COMMENTS
The equipemnt are not visible from outside. The upper
20 roof would prevent it being visible from the ground. Drawings Recommendation
roof is setback enough
See figure 20
• All equipment, including FCU's and diffuser grilles,

21 Drawings Recommendation It can be managed
will require maintenance and cleaning.
• In order to clean the supply slot diffusers in the
entrance lobby of the Main Villa and Son's Villa,
access needs to be carefully considered. The distance
22 Drawings Observation It can be managed
from the Lobby floor to the ceiling is 12m (This is
reduced to 5m if it is possible to use the first floor
landing)
• Architect to provide a 'Designer Risk Assessment'

including future cleaning and maintenance of the
23 Drawings Observation Not required
buildings. Including method statements stating how
access is to be provided i.e. via mobile tower.
• A number of doors are shown as opening on the

external elevation drawings. It is not clear if these
24 Drawings Observation Kindly Clarify
doors are to visually appear like they open or whether
actually do open.
• The addition of painted metal railings to the
external facade around opening doors and large
windows. These would ensure safety of occupants at
25 Drawings Observation Kindly Clarify
the same time as adding an architectural layer to the
external facade. The railings could also incorporate
flower boxes.
Fire Systems
• The Electrical Specification does go into more detail

regarding the system however this is more of a
26 performance specification and leaves much of the Drawings Observation Noted will be add in specs.
decision on placement of sounders, control boards etc
to the contractor
• Architects to provide a general commentary on the

system as a whole, stating fire strategies for each
building areas. The commentary could refer to the
27 Drawings Recommendation for sounders etc refer to DT#4 sheet#G-E004
general information drawings T002 & T003. A
standard setting out elevation drawing for sounders
etc could be provided
• From the drawings provided it is unclear where heat
and smoke detectors are to be positioned. Due to the
design of the ceiling soffits is important from a visual
perspective that the positioning of any fitting within the ceililng alredy coordinated between ID & MEP and it
28 Drawings Observation
ceilings are carefully considered. Drawing T006 gives will be detailed in shop drawing stage
information regarding placement of the heat and
smoke detectors however this is unclear and could
lead to onsite discussions.
• Architects to provide a general commentary on the
system as a whole, stating fire strategies for each
building areas. The commentary could refer to the
29 Drawings Recommendation for sounders etc refer to DT#4 sheet#G-E004
general information drawings T002 & T003. A
standard setting out elevation drawing for sounders
etc could be provided.
• Architects to include all equipment (lighting, access

hatches, and smoke detectors onto the reflected the ceililng alredy coordinated between ID & MEP and it
30 Drawings Recommendation
ceiling plan. This will enable a full and proper will be detailed in shop drawing stage
assessment of the ceiling design.
1.2.4 CONSIDER THE USE OF THERMAL INSULATION ACCORRDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS
• Confusion may be created from having the

information in multiple locations. It is sometimes
beneficial to have one single drawing containing all of
31 Drawings Observation It is part of the office CAD practice manual
the external construction detail types outlining where
additional information can be found ie. clauses within
the specification and drawing details.
Roof Construction
• The difference between the two roofing types is the

external finish where R I is finished with 300 x 300
32 Drawings Observation As per client request
terrazzo tiles and R2 finished with 600 x600mm non
slip tiles.
Roof Insulation
Rigid insulation board shall either be 75mm or 50mm
thick close-celled, extruded polystyrene with a
thermal conductivity of 0.032W/mK and minimum
density of 32 kg/m3.
33 Drawings Observation Noted
• On Miscellaneous Details drawing G-A55 I roof
detail R I and R2 is stated to be 180mm Spray applied
insulation (45-50KG/m3) with a thermal conductivity
of 0.022W/mK.
Wall Insulation ARCHITECUTURAL COMMENTS
where the external walls are drawn on the wall

section drawings it is not clear where or what type of
34 insulation is proposed. We would expect drawings at a Drawings Observation it will be detailed in shop drawing stage
scale of 1:50 or less to show the complete build ups of
the construction elements.
Blanket Wall Insulation
If the blanket wall insulation is to be installed

betweeen the external stone cladding the coucrete
35 structure a detail at 1;5 should be provided to show Drawings Recommendation it will be detailed in shop drawing stage
how the elements are fixed including an breather
membranes and fixings.
1.2.5 REVIEW AIR CONDITIONING UNITS ARE IN SUITABLE INTERIOR ARCHITECTURAL SPACES
• There is a general logic to the supply and exhaust of
cooling within rooms. Omate ceiling coffers are used
for the majority of the areas, which go some way to
disguising the vents.
Access panel is located under the FCU to be detailed at
36 • It is not dear clear how the FCU's will be accessed Drawings Observation
shop drawing
for maintenance. Installing 'drop down' access panels
will enable the FCU's to be accessed, however; this is
not the most aesthetically pleasing approach and will
take away from the design of the ceilings themselves,
It Coordinated with MEP designer as well as ID ceiling

37 • Ceiling void spaces appear to be generous. Drawings Observation
profile
• There doesn't appear to be a 1:5 or 1: 10 detail

38 section of how the air diffuser grilles are installed Drawings Observation it will be detailed in shop drawing stage
within the ceiling coffer See figure 1.21
• There are numerous dashes with ceiling down light

positions and FQJ's within ceilings. It is important that Coordinate false ceiling to be part of the shopdrawing
39 Drawings Observation
adequate space has been allowed for downlights if package
they are positioned beneath FCU's.
Structural Reverts
Department STRUCTURAL
STRUCTURAL COMMENTS
2.2 REVIEW OF CONSTRUCTION DESIGNS
2.2.1 REVIEW SOILS. FOUNDATIONS AND FOUNDATION WATERPROOFING
MAIN VILLA
Soil Requirements
Construction activities did not start yet. Accordingly, there is
No specific recommendations are given as to which
• Drawings Observation no cavity report raised by contractor to identify the location -
locations this probing would be best implemented.
and volume of cavities if any.
The nature of the filling material is dependent on cavity
The nature of any 'necessary remedial measures' are not volume if any; and can be dealt as over excavation by filling
• Drawings Observation -
clear on drawings. normal blinding or using cyclopean concrete with large size
aggregates in case of wide cavities.
Foundation Designs
Should formation levels not be as anticipated, due to
After completion of excavation for the whole site, a survey for
ground conditions encountered on site, then
• Drawings Observation the foundation level (Rock if any) should be prepared to get -
reinforcement arrangements will require amendment.
the actual foundation level and reported to the designer.
See figure I adjacent.
Routing of buried pipes and other buried services needs This matter is coordinated during the design stage. But
• to be coordinated with structural foundation design and Drawings Observation contractor has the flexibility of rerouting due to isolated -
construction. footings type.
When the buried holding tank adjacent to the
secretarys office building is empty buoyancy forces may
• Drawings Observation Calculated adequately with factor of safety more than 1.5. -
be greater than dead weight if groundwater level varies
in future.
The recommendation for provision of tie beams Tie beam by its meaning of connecting eccentric footing does
between foundations has not been followed in full. not exist in main villa.
Waterproofing the foundations
Consider use of a dual system in areas of importance or

Observation is not clear. But in general, the traditional
where access to repair waterproofing defects would be
• Drawings Observation bituminous damp proofing is quite enough to protect the -
difficult or disruptive eg an external barrier combined
concreted surfaces in contact with soil.
with an internal drained cavity system.
Son's Villa
Soil Requirements
clear on drawings. normal blinding or using cyclopean concrete with large size
Foundation Designs
Should formation levels not be as anticipated, due to After completion of excavation for the whole site, a survey for
• ground conditions encountered on site, then Drawings Observation the foundation level (Rock if any) should be prepared to get -
reinforcement arrangements will require amendment. the actual foundation level and reported to the designer.
Routing of buried pipes and other services needs to be This matter is coordinated during the design stage. But
• coordinated with structural foundation design and Drawings Observation contractor has the flexibility of rerouting due to isolated -
construction. footings type.

Consider use of a dual waterproofing system in areas of Observation is not clear. But in general, the traditional
importance or where contractors access to repair bituminous damp proofing is quite enough to protect the
• waterproofing defects in future would be difficult or Drawings Observation concreted surfaces in contact with soil. -
disruptive eg an external barrier combined with an
internal drained cavity system.
Diwanyah
Soil Requirements
clear on drawings normal blinding or using cyclopean concrete with large size
Foundation Designs
-Formation levels may need to be confirmed/ revised on

site during construction. After completion of excavation for the whole site, a survey for
• -Should Formation levels not be as anticipated, due to Drawings Observation the foundation level (Rock if any) should be prepared to get -
ground conditions encountered on site, then the actual foundation level and reported to the designer.
reinforcement arrangements will require amendment.
STRUCTURAL COMMENTS
This matter is coordinated during the design stage. But
Routing of buried pipes and other services needs to be
• Drawings Observation contractor has the flexibility of rerouting due to isolated -
coordinated with structural design.
footings type.
Along the northern edge of site perimeter, where neighbor

plot exists, foundation of diwaniyah is already within the plot
Diwaniyah is located directly adjacent to the site
limit. While along the other edges, there is a public space
perimeter therefore foundations need to be coordinated
• Drawings Observation where footings may protrude slightly out of plot limit. -
with any perimeter or exterior below ground features (if
However, in case of any constrain on site, contractor may
any).
report to the designer in order to change the affected footings
to neighbor footings.
As the building is low rise when the buried tank is empty

• buoyancy forces may be greater than dead weight if Drawings Observation Calculated adequately with factor of safety more than 1.5. -
groundwater level varies in future.

Consider use of a dual waterproofing system in areas of
importance or where contractors access to repair Observation is not clear. But in general, the traditional
• waterproofing defects in future would be difficult or Drawings Observation bituminous damp proofing is quite enough to protect the -
disruptive eg an external barrier combined with an concreted surfaces in contact with soil.
internal drained cavity system.
Site Buildings
As a general observation, applicable to all elements, The design basis were already indicated in the project’s design
• review of the later versions of the IBC and ACI codes Drawings Observation criteria and general notes. And they were part of concept and -
should be considered. schematic design stages.
2.2.2 REVIEW THE STRUCTURAL ELEMENTS
Main Villa
There are no shear walls evident or otherwise referred

The lateral stability system for this building is intermediate
to, therefore the lateral stability system is unclear. The
moment resisting frame (IMRF). This is one of the lateral
building must be designed to resist notional horizontal
• Drawings Observation resisting systems approved by IBC code. While Interior and -
forces, wind loadings, and seismic effects. Measures
exterior masonry walls are non-load bearing. Therefore, they
should be in place to ensure masonry shear walls are not
may be removed in future.
removed unintentionally in future (if applicable).
The setting out of some gridlines and columns is unclear

on the 'axes' plan, on the non-orthogonal grids. This Further setting for gridlines and columns to be based during
needs to be fully coordinated with the architectural construction on architectural building setting.
design.
The support building is long and narrow on plan and

As one story building and according to the building model
narrows to a thin waist approximately at the mid point.
• Drawings Observation results, there is no significant relative movement to cause any -
This forms a natural crack inducer which may need to be
cracks.
positively managed. See figure 2 adjacent.
Several of the perimeter details require very thin

To maintain this shape we used a single layer reinforcement.
projections and upstands which are difficult to form
• Drawings Observation Otherwise contractor may increase the thickness with normal -
using in-situ RC unless high standards of quality control
stirrup shape after approval of architectural.
are in place. See figure 2.3 below.
Sons Villa

building must be designed to resist notional horizontal
forces, wind loadings, and seismic effects. Measures
should be in place to ensure masonry shear walls are not
removed unintentionally in future (if applicable).
Several of the perimeter details require very thin

To maintain this shape we used a single layer reinforcement.
projections and upstands which are difficult to form in in-
• Drawings Observation Otherwise contractor may increase the thickness with normal -
situ RC unless high standards of quality control are in
stirrup shape after approval of architectural.
place. See figure 2.2
Internal partitions are in some cases over 5m in height

and are in some areas weakened by door openings and
slots to accommodate pocket doors. The partitions must Interior and exterior masonry walls are non-load bearing.
still be able to resist the lateral loadings specified in the Therefore, they are not carrying any lateral loading.
IBC or project specific balustrade loading and internal
wind pressures
Diwanyah

building must be designed to resist notional horizontal The lateral stability system for this building is intermediate
forces, wind loadings, and seismic effects. Vehicle moment resisting frame (IMRF). This is one of the lateral
• impact should also be considered to give assurance that Drawings Observation resisting systems approved by IBC code. While Interior and -
accidental damage could not result in a widespread exterior masonry walls are non-load bearing. Therefore, they
collapse. Measures should be in place to ensure may be removed in future.
masonry shear walls are not removed unintentionally in
future (if applicable).
Internal partitions must be able to resist the lateral STRUCTURAL COMMENTS
Interior and exterior masonry walls are non-load bearing.
• loadings specified in the IBC or project specific Drawings Observation -
Therefore, they are not carrying any lateral loading.
balustrade loading and internal wind pressures.
Site Buildings
From the drawings it is not clear how lateral stability is
provided. Measures should be in place to ensure
masonry shear walls are not removed unintentionally in
future (if applicable).
2.2.3 REVIEW THE WATER AND SEWAGE TANKS
Structures need to be able to resist buoyancy effects
and maintain vertical equilibrium with a suitable factor
• of safety considering current and future groundwater Drawings Observation Calculated adequately with factor of safety more than 1.5. -
levels, particularly if there is a risk of groundwater level
rise.
Consideration to be given to establishing an appropriate
acceptable crack width and the structure designed and
Water tanks are designed according to all the required load
specified to meet this, giving due consideration to the
• Drawings Observation cases and crack width is less than the permitted limit by code -
ratio of hydrostatic head/ element thickness and the
(0.1mm).
requirements of the waterproofing product
manufacturers.
Mechanical Reverts
Department MECHANICAL
Note: This Report based on comments received from client dated January 03, 2017
MECHANICAL COMMENTS
1 HVAC SYSTEM
Some of chilled water pipe sizes is missing Drawings Missing and/or All sizes are clear. If the sizes not clear in the drawings will be
Insufficient clear in the riser or in the notes
No commissioning valves Drawings Missing and/or There is valves ( bypass valve – isolating valve – control valve )
Insufficient and it is shown in the general drawings ( M005 )
No control valves Drawings Missing and/or There is valves ( bypass valve – isolating valve – control valve )
No FCU condensate pipework Drawings Missing and/or It is clearly mentioned in the notes in the top right of the
Insufficient drawing that it is a part of shop drawings
None of the equipment is specified Drawings Missing and/or What is provided is General Specification & Performance
Insufficient Contractor shall submit from reputable manufactures the
equipments to meet the specified performance & Specs for
review & approval of the client and the consultant
No control on the FCU pipework Drawings Missing and/or There is valves ( bypass valve – isolating valve – control valve )
Some of duct sizes are over size Drawings Missing and/or All the sizes are OK. Those sizes to prevent the noisy and not
Insufficient face any problem later on
The specification has no page numbers Documents Missing and/or There is page numbers
Insufficient
The specification is general and there is no particular Documents Missing and/or What is provided is General & Standard Specification to select
specification Insufficient from different manufacture. Contractor shall comply with all
the applicable parts of specs and submit equipment from
reputable manufacturers fro review & approval Client &
Consultant.
The AHUs have an old type of specification Documents Missing and/or What is provided is General & Standard Specification to select
Insufficient from different manufacture. Contractor shall comply with all
the applicable parts of specs and submit equipment from
reputable manufacturers fro Review & Approval Client &
Consultant.
Fire dampers are not shown on the drawings nor fire Drawings Missing and/or Contractor shall provide Fire or Smoke Damper on all Duct
zones making it hard to establish locations Insufficient Penetrations in Fire & Smoke Walls. Refer to Notes: 26 & 50
on DW 8 M 002 & M 004
There is no grille schedule nor any reference Drawings Missing and/or We don't provide grille schedules, we show callout for the
Insufficient grille size and dimension in the drawings
No atmospheric silencers on the AHUs Drawings Missing and/or Return Air Duct of AHU is provided with Acoustic Duct Liner &
Insufficient Stand Pipe lauver & Filter on Fresh Air intake.
Refer to Dwg. 203
The schematic have very few pipe sizes Drawings Missing and/or This is only schematic to show the way of equipment
Insufficient connection and pipe size is shown in the plans
As per the Europe design AAA uses much lower Drawings Missing and/or We follow ASHRAE standard and ventilation rate is compatible
ventilation (e.g. Diwaniyah and Multi-purpose rooms in Insufficient with it
Diwaniyah building)
FAHU-1 ( main building ) & FAHU-1 ( son building ) have Drawings Missing and/or Cooling Coil Size is based on cooling and dehumidification
strangely large cooling coils and then water flow rates, Insufficient loads
pumps,…
The noise level of chillers to be recheck Drawings Missing and/or Specification Section 15621 call for acoustic enclosure for
Insufficient compressor and law noise treatment for condenser fans.
Contractor shall select the Chiller accordingly and submit for
Consultant Approval.
Suggestion to change the system from chilled water Drawings Missing and/or From our knowledge of Saudi market for operation &
system to VRV system Insufficient maintenance the chilled water system is better than VRV
because VRV is new to the Saudi market and there is no
enough professional technician and after sale support for O &
M and spare parts.
The velocity as calculated for some of sound Drawings Missing and/or As mentioned in the schedules face velocity should not exceed
attenuators from the duct size is too high Insufficient 500 FPM, contractor should size the sound attenuator based
noise level not to exceed NC35.
It is mentioned in the report that there some of the Drawings Missing and/or Kindly provide us your calculation to recheck and make the
equipment is undersized { Son's Villa ( AHU-1 , AHU-2 , Insufficient comparison as our calculation is based on ASHRAE
AHU-3 ) - Main Villa ( AHU-1 , AHU-2 , AHU-4 , FCU-7 , requirement/assumption.
FCU-24 , FCU-25 ) - Diwanyah ( FCU-15 , FCU-16 , FCU-21
, FCU-27 )}
2 PUBLIC HEALTH
There are no invert levels on any of the below ground Drawings Missing and/or As showed on Drawing all pipes shall run with minimum slop
drainage which forms the basis of any drainage system. Insufficient of 1 % & Contractor shall provide shop drawings coordinated
with actual site conditions refer to note. 4 and Not 7 on
Drawings.
The main water distribution system has 2 completely Drawings Missing and/or This is based on owner requirement to separate services.
independent services serving the Main Building or the Insufficient Bypass can be added (Normally Close) if accepted by the
Son’s (which includes the Diwanyah). It would be Owner.
sensible to include a cross connection to give an
element of resilience.
Stored water volume are huge which could result in Drawings Missing and/or Water Demand is calculated based on building functions and
water stagnation. The domestic tanks are chlorinated. Insufficient number of occupants as per ASPE Tables of 8-6, 8-7, 8-8 & 8-9
with enough storage period to overcome any utility shortage.
(Same time lasting for 7 Days.)
Flushing of the water systems is vague and generally Documents Missing and/or Please be more elaborate
refers to the domestic water systems. Insufficient
Department MECHANICAL
None of the manholes have invert levels which is Drawings MECHANICAL COMMENTS
Missing and/or As showed on Drawing all pipes shall run with minimum slop
fundamental to the drainage design. Insufficient of 1 % & Contractor shall provide shop drawings coordinated
with actual site conditions refer to note. 4 and Not 7 on
Drawings.
Although the water systems have N+1 resilience on Documents Missing and/or This is based on owner requirement to separate services.
tanks and pumps, it may be prudent to incorporate a Insufficient Bypass can be added (Normally Close) if accepted by the
cross connection between the Main Block and Son’s Owner.
Block supplies in the grounds to achieve additional
resilience on the pipework systems.
There are discrepancies in the fire and irrigation water Drawings Drafting and/or G-M 600 is correct the Architectural Drawings will be rectify.
tanks specifications shown in drawings G-A500 and G- Printing Errors
M600, showing conflicting heights and volumes to those
on the AAA drawings.
Nearly 60 M3 of domestic water storage for both the Drawings Missing and/or Water Demand is calculated based on building functions and
Main Building and again for the Son’s Building Insufficient number of occupants as per ASPE Tables of 8-6, 8-7, 8-8 & 8-9
represents a significant amount of water storage and with enough storage period to overcome any utility shortage.
will give many days’ storage particularly as actual CIBSE / Institute of Plumbing guidelines are 55-70 liters of
occupancy rates will be comparatively low. CIBSE / water used per day is not applicable here based on table
Institute of Plumbing guidelines are 55-70 liters of water above and national water company 250 liters of water used
used per day giving ~50 to 70 days’ supply based on an per day is applicable.
occupation of 15 in the main Building, the son’s will be
similar.
We would advocate the use of a separate mains service Drawings Missing and/or Main Kitchen is provided with adequate size main
supplying kitchens and cooking facilities. Insufficient
All hot water services are from electric water heaters. Drawings Missing and/or As per client direction to reduce the cost, we going to use the
Given the climate in Saudi Arabia the use of solar Insufficient individual electric water heaters.
thermal could also be considered.
There is an extensive irrigation system served by 4 Drawings Missing and/or For these dual service water tank, an adequate supply of
number 73,000 liter tanks. The tanks also act as water Insufficient water shall be constantly and automatically reserved in the
storage for the fire hydrants although have a higher tank for fire protection purposes. The Irrigation meter pump
water connection to ensure sufficient storage is always suction level is installed above the Fire Storage.
available for the fire hydrants. Refer to Dwg. M 015
Electrical Reverts
Department ELECTRICAL
ELECTRICAL COMMENTS
3.2 Executive Summary
The LV Distribution System has a number of anomalies which need

addressing although the scheme does cover the major work elements and
a)
subject to design development should work.
Our main concerns include: -
1 Voltage referencing to both 400 an 415 volts All design works were based on 400/230 V.
All Cables types, CCC, Voltage drop & derating factors calculations are indicated
in Feeder Schedule DWG. No. (G-E011). The calculated CCC are based on the
2 Cable types and current carrying capacities
indicated cables data in DWG'S. Nos. (G-E007, G-008, G-009 & G-010) which
were taken from "Saudi Cables Catalogue".
The details & arrangements of panels inside switch (elec.) rooms will be done
by the contractor considering the actual dimensions & components of these
3 Switch room Drawings lacking detail
panels as will be provided by the Supplier / Manufacturer submitted by the
contractor and approved by the Consultant
It is indicated in feeder schedule DWG. No. (G-E011) Serial No.21 of the right
4 Chiller 2 missing from Main Villa Feeder Schedule
side schedule of (SMDB-2).
Since there are no kitchen design were available, We estimated its total loads
as indicated in (LPP-K, 63A) for kit loads. Noting that a diversity of 60% approx.
5 Kitchen Supply Capacity Seems low
were applied as per NEC code. Contractor shall revise in Shop Drawings based
on finally Approved Kitchen Equipments / Layout & Submit for Clients Approval.
For final DB's refer to the Drawing series 400. Otherwise refer to SLD (G-
6 Drawing and DB referencing are unclear in many instances
E012).
Only One generator is used for the whole Project as indicated in the design
7 Confusion over the number of generators- only 1 shown
drawings (Refer to SLD dwg. No. G-E012).
All mech. Controls are included in the mechanical scope of works. Contractor
8 There are no Mechanical Control Panels shown shall Submit Detailed Technical Proposal for Controls and Control Panels from
Reputable Companies for Clients Approval as per Duties & Specs.
b) The Following aspects should also be addressed:-

Remove any information that is surplus to requirements in all
1 Noted.
documentation.
2 Keep Documentation relevant to the Design All submitted documentations are relevant to the design.
Ensure every power supply on the layout drawings has a leader / note
All these points were already ensured. If there are any specific confusion in the
3 detailing what is being served, and, an accompanying circuit reference
design, Please inform us for clarification.
which 100% accurately corresponds to the DB Schedules.
All these points were already ensured. If there are any specific confusion in the
design, Please inform us for clarification and Contractor shall submit Detailed
4 Revise all Calculations as necessary
Techniacal Submitted of material Selection and coordinate hop Drawings for
Review and Approval of Clients.
3.3 Description of the Current Electrical Building Services Design

3.3.1 LV Distribution System
The current design proposals consist of the following:
Remote main Infrastructure Electrical Switch room & Metering Rooms

1 
containing the main ACB/MCCB Electrical Switchgear for the site.
Along side the above mentioned Electrical Switch rooms & Metering
Rooms is the 'SCECO' Transformer Room, At present, a IMVA Transformer
2 is deemed to be sufficient for the developments Electrical Power 
requirements. The LV Distribution System is a TN-S System, i.e. separate
earth conductor.
Sub-main Supply cables are routed underground within ducts to each of

3 
the villas buildings on site.
Ancillary building such as Pump Rooms contain their own Dedicated
4 Distribution Boards (DB's) which provide small & fixed power to the 
equipment within.
Each Villa & the Staff Quarters are constructed with their own dedicated
Electrical switch rooms. These electrical switch rooms contain the
5 MCCB/MCB DB’s which provide electrical power throughout the building. 
‘Remote’ MCB DB’s are installed on each floor, thus minimizing the
lengths of final sub-circuits.
The site is backed up Electrically a 562.5 kVA Diesel Standby generator

with fully integrated controls wiring that control Automatic Transfer
6 
witches (ATS) and ‘Busbar Couplers within DB’s’ to ensure standby power
is provided for electrical systems that are deemed to be essential.
3.3.2 Lighting & Emergency Lighting

The current design proposals consist of the following: ELECTRICAL COMMENTS
Internal-Energy Efficient LED, CFL & Linear Fluorescent Luminaires. These
Luminaires are dimmable in designated rooms/areas and are to be 
1
controlled either manually or automatically depending upon the Not all Dimmable
room/area
Emergency Lighting is provided in designated areas via Emergency battery
Packs, integral within designated luminaires. 
2
within designated luminaires. Emergency Exit Signage is provided via There is no Exit Signs used
Emergency Exit Signs c/w ‘Running Man’ pictograms.
External Energy Efficient Metal Halide & LED Column Mounted

3 
Floodlights, Wall Mounted and Architectural Feature Lighting is provided.
3.4 Review of the current Electrical building

3.4.1 LV Distribution System observations:
The Specification & Design Drawings do not correlate in connection with

the operating voltage for the LV Distribution system. both 415V/ 230V are
detailed. 400V/230V has been used for the purposes of the analysis
detailed in this report. The principle designer is to inform the author of
1 All design works were based on 400/230 V, 60Hz.
this report if this is deemed to be unacceptable. Furthermore, is the LV
Connection to be provided at 50Hz or 60Hz? The documentation also does
not correlate on this parameter. Having researched the internet, 50Hz has
been used for the purposes of this analysis.
Since there are a land scape arrangements (Plants, Trees, walkways, ..etc.), The
under ground ducts is much better in this case because of the simplicity of
- It is advised that the underground sub-main cables are buried direct as Adding, removing, replacing & making maintenance works of cables without
opposed to being run in underground ducts, as is currently proposed. The destroying the landscape rather than using direct buried cables which will need
former option offers better Current Carrying Capacity (CCC) performance to destroy the landscape at any of these mentioned cases. Moneywise, The
and longevity. cost Supplying & installation of direct buried Armored cables is approximately
the same of using non-armored cables with UPVC ducts. So, we strongly
recommend using cables with ducts in this project.
2
- Using LPP-GH as an example, the design documentation currently details

a 10mm² Sub-Main Supply Cable for LPP-GH in the Guard House. A
The Demand load of the panel LPP-GH is 6KVA. This means that the rated
10mm² cable run in underground ducts is rated at 62A. This cable
current in this Cable is not exceeding 10A. The CCC of the selected 10mm² is
emanates from a 100A MCCB, set to 40A. It is recommended that any DB
62A which is more than 40A of CPD which is the correct choice considering also
is fed via a 63A CPD as a minimum. This is good design practice. If the
the main reason of not selecting direct buried cables as described above.
10mm² sub-main cable was buried direct, the CCC would be 76A, which is
higher than the 63A CPD which protects it.
Refer to our reply on item 3.4.1 (2) above regarding using direct buried
It is recommended that all underground sub-mains phase cabling should
armored cables. The LSZH cables is not used widely in Saudi Arabia except for
3 be XLPE/SWA/LSZH, not XLPE/PVC. This is the case for cables that are
specific rare cases. In addition, It will cause a very high cost impact to the
buried direct or for cables that are routed in underground ducts.
project.
Using armored cables for above ground installation is an exaggerated demand

It is recommended that all above-ground sub-mains phase cabling should
4 since NEC code is accepting to use un-armored cables in this case. Regarding
be XLPE/SWA/LSZH, not XLPE/PVC.
using LSZH cables, Please refer to our reply on item 3.4.1 (3) above.
It is recommended that all underground additional Circuit Protective

5 Refer to our reply on item 3.4.1 (3) above.
Conductor (CPC) cabling is XLPE/SWA/LSZH.
It is recommended that all above-ground additional Circuit Protective

Conductor (CPC) cabling is XLPE/LSZH.
We put a higher CB rating in purpose because the included pumps -according
On the ‘Power Single Line Diagram’, LPP-PR1 is stipulated as a 250A Rated
to our experience in Saudi projects - are subjected to big modifications and/or
7 Distribution Board (DB). Looking at the proposed maximum demand for
additions either as per supplier recommendations or for future new added
LPPR-PR1 and the CPD that protects it, a lower rated DB would suffice.
demands.
The design engineer should ensure that the Switchgear Manufacturer is
aware, in good time, of any requirements for paralleling of sub-mains This is the scope of the contractor and consultant's supervisors at the time of
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cables. Additional Busbar Compartments and/or Extension Boxes may be supplying.
necessary.
No Electrical Cabling Containment drawings have been provided. These

drawings will need to be compiled, thus ensuring the responsible All the Cable Routing & containments were shown in drawings of 300 Series, All
installation of all cabling, especially in connection with spacing of Cable Installation Method and Derating factors were considered and shown in
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cabling/derating of cabling due to temperature conditions in KSA. the Feeder Schedule (G-011) and other Cable Details were shown in drawings
Electrical Cabling Containment should not be the “responsibility of the (G-E007, G-E008,G-E009 & G-E010).
contractor”.
It is recommended that LSZH T & E Cabling is used for all international
Final Sub-Circuit Cabling
It would be prudent to compile Electrical Switch rooms Elevations ELECTRICAL COMMENTS
Drawings showing all Switchgear & Containment within these spaces.
11 Refer to our reply on item 3.2.a (3) above.
Basic layouts have been provided, but these are far too insufficiently
detailed.
Ensure wherever possible, internal cabling is run in basket and on trays, as
opposed to within enclosed trunking. Local temperature conditions are
12 All of these points -and more- were considered in our design.
high, so cabling should be afforded the opportunity to maximize the
dissipation of heat.
Ensure any cabling containment routed externally is steel and resistant to
As indicated in our design, Only HDG cable trays & conduits were used and no
13 corrosion from ‘sea air’. PVC Containment will break down quickly in the
PVC containment were used outdoor.
high local temperatures and ‘sea air’.
Conductor (CPC) cabling is XLPE/SWA/LSZH. It is recommended that all
14 Refer to our replies on items 3.4.1 (5 & 6) above.
above-ground additional Circuit Protective Conductor (CPC) cabling is
XLPE/LSZH.
Main Villa - Chiller 2 is missing from the Feeder Schedule, which currently
15 details 2 No. “CH’s”. It is assumed that one of these should be referenced Refer to our reply on item 3.2.a (4) above.
CH2, which would then correlate with the ‘Power Single Line Diagram’.
Main Villa – FAHU-2 is missing from the Feeder Schedule, which currently
16 details 2 No. FAHU-1’s. It is assumed one of these should be referenced Noted. The tag name will be modified.
FAHU-2, which would then correlate with the Power Single Line Diagram.
Main Villa - Is the “D.W.” Electrical load as high as 13kVA, 3 Phase, as

detailed on the Feeder Schedule? “D.W.” is believed to be the “Dumb This is an estimated load for dumb waiter. The Contractor will verify it at the
17 Waiter”. If not, make necessary amendments to the cable & CPD Size, Shop Drawing and to consider its actual load according to exact selected dumb
whilst being mindful of the manufactures installation recommendations waiter.
installation recommendations.
We checked the 3 specifications of Main, Sub & Final panel boards and we
Clarify why Specification is made to more expensive adjustable MCCB's. didn't find the obligation to use adjustable MCCB. However, Adjustable MCCB
18 Convention is to use MCCB’s to cater for the maximum demand of that is required only if the connected load is expected to be increased in future. If
circuit, making allowance for future spare capacity. this adjustable MCCB is used, its feeding cable must be sized according to
frame current not to the rated current as in fixed type.
Convention is to specify 63A MCCB’s as a minimum for any outgoing way

19 Not necessary and not mentioned in any code or standard.
that serves a Distribution Board (DB). This is standard good practice.
Some DB Busbar ratings, termed "Main Bus" on DB Schedules are Is this

correct? If “Main Bus” refers to the incomer size, ensure all DB Busbar
20 Bus bar rating must be matched or bigger than the frame rating of Main C.B
Ratings are clearly indicated either on the Power Single Line Diagram, or,
on the DB Schedule.
Main Villa - LPP-K is detailed as having a maximum demand of 31kVA. This

seems very low for a kitchen, should the kitchen be furnished with
predominantly electrical equipment and not gas equipment. Has all
21 Refer to our reply on item 3.2.a (5) above.
kitchen equipment been accounted for? Was a kitchen specialist
consulted for the kitchen design? The design engineer should compile a
kitchen equipment schedule for analysis.
There are insufficient Spare Ways on LPP-K, LPP-GH, ELPP-OF, LPP-2LR,

LPP-3. Full review of all DB Schedules is required in connection with spare
22 Noted. Will be modified.
ways available. Ensure sufficient percentage of ways are spare, and that
at least 1Noo. Spare 3 Phase way is available for future use.
This can not be done. KVA loading must be shown in SLD of each DB (to show
kVA loadings for DB’s/Equipment, should only be added in one location on
from where & how we got it) and also to be shown in feeder schedule (where it
the drawings or feeder schedules. Including loadings in multiple locations
23 is used to calculate the rated current, select CB, select cable, calculate voltage
introduces the risk of forgetting to change loading in a second location,
drop, ..etc.). Any modification may be happened in future is supposed to be
should the figures be amended further down the line
done by a skilled person who must know how to modify the design drawings.
Ensure all References match across all documentation. E.g. See15 &
24 Noted.
16above
The panel ELPP-1G is consists of these 3 parts (Z1, Z2 & Z3) in addition to the
ELPP-1G-Z1, ELPP-1G-Z2 & ELPP-1G-Z3 positions are not indicated on the 4th part as indicated in its Single line diagram (i.e. they are not a separate
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layout drawings . panels). However, They can be splitted into separate panels with necessary
connections & control wires (if required).
Ensure a circuit reference is indicated on the layout design drawings for
all power supplies, and, ensure that all DB positions are indicated on the
26 Noted.
layout design drawings. See A-E303 – Not all power supplies have been
allocated a circuit reference.
The indicated references is not affecting on the quality of the work or its
Suggest simplifying and shortening all DB References wherever possible. technicality. Moreover, it makes it easy to know the panel location & the
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At present they’re too long and convoluted. served area just by looking at the reference. So, we prefer keeping them as
they are.
28 ELPP-OF-Z1 position is not indicated on the layout drawings. This is not a separate panel. It is a part of the panel (ELPP-OF)
ELPP-1FA-Z1 ELPP-1FA-Z2 Positions are not indicated on the layout ELECTRICAL COMMENTS
29 These are not a separate panels. They are a part of the panel (ELPP-1FA)
drawings
ELPP-1FB-Z1 & ELPP-1FB-Z2 positions are not indicated on the layout
30 these are not a separate panels. They are a part of the panel (ELPP-1FB)
drawings
These control panels are already required to be fire rated as indicated the their
31 Make CP-FPI & CP-FP2 CPC's Fire-rated to match the Phase supply cables
technical specifications in the mechanical package.
Why is there a direct connection between ELPP-2B & ATS-2? The CPD that ELPP-1B & ELPP-2B are the panels of the Panic Rooms at the basement of each
32 protects the sub-main cable supplying ELPP-2B should emanate from a villa. Owners of the villas will hide in these rooms with their families in case of
DB. The same applies to ELPP-1B, CP-FPI- & CP-FP2 any terrorists attacks. So, we put a separate feeding to these panels
CP-FP2 is missing from the Generator Feeder Schedule. There are 2 No.
CP-FP’s indicated on the Schedule. It would be assumed that 1 No. of
33 these should be CP-FPI & 1 No. should be CP-FP2. Furthermore. 1 No. is Will be checked & added.
supplied via a 25mm² Cable & 1 No. is supplied via a 50mm² Cable. Is this
correct, considering the similar loads and distances?
CP-FPI & CP-FP2 are protected via 250A MCCB's, The Cable sizes supplying
NEC 695-6 (d) prohibits overload protection, but requires short circuit
each are currently 25mm² & 50mm². The Current Carrying Capacity (CCC)
protection. With a minimum rating of 125%, the breaker is not providing
34 of these cables is too low. Furthermore the CP-FPI & CP-FP2 loads
overload protection according to NEC 430-32. With a maximum rating of 250%,
indicated on the feeder schedule are a lot lower than the 250A CPD’s that
for the breaker, qualifies as short-circuit protection
protect them?
LPP-PR2 - 51 KVA is indicated on the Feeder Schedule. 70KVA & 67KVA is
35 indicated on the Power Single Line Diagram? This feeds into Point 23) Will be modified.
above.
With all the points mentioned thus far in mind, and all points that lay
ahead, all Feeder Schedules, DB Schedules & The Power Single Diagram Referring to all the previous & next notes & our replies, the technical issues
need to be Revisited & Simplified. There are differences and anomalies which will be needed to be modified are only items:
everywhere. The key is to keep things simple, don't include any 1,33,35,38,44,49,50,57,68,72,74. 103 out of 160 comments. While there several
36 & 37 superfluous information, at all, and don’t duplicate information on items are just an opinions regarding the design presentation which are not
separate drawings/schedules, unless ‘absolutely’ necessary. If the related to technicality of the design. All other comments were clarified .
contractor tries to install to this documentation, and they’re a Regarding the Contractor's RFI, it will not be needed because all needed design
responsible, proactive contractor, the design engineer will be inundated data are shown clearly in the design drawings & specifications.
with ‘Requests For Information’ during the construction process.
In feeder schedule DWG. No. (G-E011) Serial No.21 of the right side schedule of
(SMDB-2), The method of installation the cable of Chiller-2 will be similar to
Ensure all CPC’s are, at minimum, half the CSA of the phase supply cable. chiller-1 (i.e. will be "D2" -since the feeding cable is running under ground-
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E.g. Son’s Villa – Chiller 2
instead of "C2"). Accordingly, The cable size of chiller-2 will be 240mm 2 instead
of 150mm2.
Regarding the room dimensions, Please refer to the attached catalogue cut of
The Generator Room dimensions do not appear to be sufficient to house CUMMINS manufacturer in which they asked for a room with dimensions:
the proposed generator. It’s not just about ensuring the Generator, Fuel [5.3(L) X 3.4(W)] while it is [7.5(L) X 3(W)] in our design. Fuel tank will be built-
Tank (if above ground), MCCB Cabinet in at the base of the generator. MCCB cabinet were considered within the
(possibly free-standing) etc. can be installed. Full 360 Degree generator body and considered in the CUMMINS requirements of the room
maintenance access space is also required. Furthermore, the construction dimensions noting that we have extra 2m length in gen. room . Louver panel
39 of the Generator Rooms should be such that it is possible to easily remove was already considered & shown clearly within Arch. drawings (See dwg. No. G-
louvers/panels, thus enabling the generator to be removed and A504). Finally, Only one generator is required to feed the project with an
repaired/replaced, should the need arise. There are currently 2 No. emergency power for the time being. But - As per Owner request- there are an
generator Rooms indicated on the ‘Master Site Power System Layout’ additional room for possible future generator which will be supplied in case of
Drawing. Looking at the Power Single Line Diagram, only 1 No. Generator splitting both villas from each other by a fence between them. Similarly, there
is currently proposed? Clarification needed are 2 main elec. rooms & main Control room with 2 doors were all considering
this purpose.
Detailed Generator Room Layouts should be compiled prior to the This step will be verified by the contractor -according to the recommendations
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commencement of construction. of the selected manufacturer- at the shop drawings stage.
41 ELPP-2G-Z1 to Z6 positions are not indicated on the layout drawings. This is not a separate panel. It is a part of the panel (ELPP-2G)
42 ELPP-3-Z1 position is not indicated on the layout drawings. This is not a separate panel. It is a part of the panel (ELPP-3)
43 ELPP-2F-Z1 to Z5 positions are not indicated on the layout drawings. This is not a separate panel. It is a part of the panel (ELPP-2F)
The Electrical Specification Details the medium Voltage as 11KV. The 11KV will be replaced by 13.8KV in the tech Spec's. However, 13.8KV is the
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power Single Line Diagram details the Medium Voltage at 13.8kV? official MV of the Saudi Arabia.
Only direct buried cables are required to be armored cables. Cables inside
UPVC ducts are not necessary to be Armored specially that these cables -in our
All underground cables, buried direct or routed within ducts, should be
45 case- were run in landscape of villas which there are no expected heavy weight
XLPE/SWA/LSZH.
trucks except rarely. LSZH is more expensive, not widely used and not
necessary or required by any code for this type of projects.
On the Power Single Line Diagram, all CPD’s should be labeled ACB, MCCB All ACB is written all others having AT /AF is MCCB all others having** A is
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or MCB. MCB
Preliminary coordination between all trends were already done during design
Combined, coordinated MEP underground site services drawings should 𝑑𝑥
47 stage. More detailed Coordination will be done by the contractor within Shop
be compiled prior to the commencement of construction.
Drawing stage.
ELECTRICAL
Please refer toCOMMENTS
the attached catalogue cut of CUMMINS generator where there
The Diesel Standby Generator is indicated as having a capacity of 562.5
is 562 KVA rating is indicated. However, if the contractor dealt with any other
48 kVA on the Power Single Line Diagram. This seems like an unusual rating
manufacturer with different available gen. ratings, next higher available rating
for a generator. Is this correct?
should be selected at that time.
In dwg. No. (B-E400), The External panels of Son's Villa (LP-EX2A & LP-EX2B) are
No contactor, time switch, photocell control is indicated on the Power both having Main contactor connected to Push Button & Photo-cell. Similarly,
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Single Line Diagram for External Lighting DB’s. In dwg. No. (A-E400), The External panel of Main Villa (LP-EX) is having main
contactor but Push Button & Photo-cell will be added.
Why the deferent ratings for ATS-1 & ATS-2? The Electrical Loads they'll
50 Will be modified.
be subjected to are very similar.
Page 105 of the Electrical Specification seems to contain a reference to a
51 Will be modified.
deferent project?
The following drawings, as an example, are surplus to requirements:
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• G-E007 - Cable Sizing Details - 1

These drawings are having all related cables schedules which are containing
the reference data for the calculations of CCC, VD & derating factors which
were all used in cables calculations in the feeder data schedules.
All considerations in connection with Current Carrying Capacity (CCC),

Volt Drops, Correction factors are carried out by the design engineer, in
the background. The issuance of drawings detailing the above-mentioned
parameters serves no purpose and provides no information that is
required by any party, external to the services design engineer, unless
formally requested. Full review is required of all documentation to ensure These parameters are necessary to be existed to be used by the contractor
that only 100% of the information required for costing and construction is during shop drawing and construction stages in re-calculation & modifying the
53 included in the documentation. E.g. DB Schedules have “Contactor” design (if any) as per actual site situations. Regarding the un-used dialog boxes
sections which (contactor, Details & location, ..etc.) Just leave them as they are since they are
are not being used. They also have abbreviations which are not relevant not affecting on the quality of the work.
to some DB’s. A description in the "Details & Location" Dialogue Box of
the DB Schedules will suffice. If something is not needed, remove it from
the Schedule, Drawing, Specification. As a further example, G-E003
contains a "Bare Stranded Soft Drawn Copper Conductors” detail. This
detail wouldn’t be utilized by any member of the project team at any time.
No Mechanical Control Panels are indicated on the Power Single Line There are 5 Nos. of pumps control panels connected to (LPP-PR2) are indicated
Diagram. It would normally be standard practice for elements of the in the power SLD (G-E012). However, These control panels in addition to any
Mechanical Systems Installations within each building to be supplied via other similar control panels which control the pumps are all manufactured as
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‘packaged’ MCP’s. Should the design engineer deem this to be a sensible per requirements of mech. Design engineer and as per manufacturer's
and feasible proposal, discussions with the Mechanical Design Engineer recommendations. The scope of electrical design is only to feed each control
for the project would be required. panel with suitable cable according to its connected pumps loads.
These are just villas. No P.F corrections are required. Moreover the sources of
P.F distortion are not existed. (i.e. No fluorescent lamps were used, all are LED.
No P.F. Correction is indicated on the Power Single Line Diagram, for
Chillers are all P.F. corrected (P.F>95%). Pumps will not have big effect).
55 either Mains or Generator supplies? It would be prudent to reduce the
However, there are a spare C.B'S in both MDB-1 & MDB-2 which can be
utilities bills.
connected to P.F units in future (if required) according to actual P.F.
measurements after launching & starting-up of the project.
Metering provisions indicated on the Power Single Line Diagram are to be

reconsidered/revisited. There appear to be far too many supplies/DB’s All the indicated meters were used to measure their connected loads to help
which are currently proposed to be installed the "Control & Monitoring system" -in case of emergency- to take the proper
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without electricity consumption meters. E.g. MDB1 is not currently action in Connecting/cutting the power of the various zones inside each villa
proposed for metering ‘on the client’s side’. Local statutory literature and according to power availability (As discussed & agreed with the client).
individual client’s requirements will need to be considered.
Revisit Electronic Surge Protection (ESP) provisions currently proposed on

the Power Single Line Diagram. ‘All’ ACB/MCCB DB’s should be afforded
integral ESP, and clearly noted as such. The
Generator should also be provided with ESP. Any MCB DB’s serving
57 O.K. will be added.
rooftop equipment or external lighting, should be c/w ESP. “EMD”
symbols are present on the Power Single Line Diagram. No indication of
what “EMD” represents can be found on any drawing. This could be
‘Electronic Surge Protection’.
Using any of 3-ph or 1-ph are correct. There are no limitation or obligation in
Electrical switchgear feeding domestic spaces would usually be limited to
any code to use any of them in domestic places. Beside, 3-ph is better for
58 single phase. Is the design engineer sure that local standards allows 3
balancing the loads between the three phases than having all loads on one
phase electrical switchgear to serve loads/ equipment in domestic spaces?
phase.
Couplers’ within switchgear on the Power Single Line Diagram are ELECTRICAL COMMENTS
indicated as being MCCB’s. MCCB’s have automatic overload protection,
which results in disconnection, if the electrical current Rating of coupler CB to be based on the connected loads to it. You can think of
59 setting of the MCCB is exceeded. This wouldn’t seem prudent or it and its connected bus bar & loads as they are a sub-panel with this coupler
necessary. A coupler would simply need to be rated equal to the busbars CB as a main CB connected to bus bar & loads.
within the DB, and, linked to the controls system such that it opens under
power failure conditions as programmed.
Earth (ground) bars are indicated in each switchboard in single line diagram
under the bus bar (it is stated "MAIN BUS: **A, 3P+N+G, 600V, COPPER). But
No Earth Bars/Earthing Diagrams are present on the Power Single Line
60 their arrangements, fixation, connections, …etc. were explained clearly in the
Diagram. This is applicable to both the Mains & Generator Systems.
technical specifications (Refer to Spec.:16260 - sec:2.4 - items:B&J) & (Refer to
Spec.:16270 - sec:2.3 - item:J).
Has the design engineer liaised with SCECO to ensure that the room
SCECO standards is requiring 4.5x2.5m for each sub-station (i.e. 9x2.5 for the
provided by the architect can house all their electrical infrastructure
61 required 2-substations). This SCECO area in our design is 9x3.5m which is more
equipment? It’s not just about ensuring the equipment can be installed.
than required.
Full 360 Degree maintenance access space is also a vital necessity.
What is the proposed back-up duration for the generator under power
Durations of 8 Hr.'s for daily tank & 10-days of main tanks are indicated clearly
62 failure conditions?
in Tech. Specifications (Refer to Spec.:16625 - sec:2.2 - items:6&7)
No indication of duration can be found in the documentation.
Splitting of loads like this way was done to achieve client requirements since he
Is Split- Load Metering of Lighting & Power required in Local Statutory asked for small generator capacity & availability of connecting/disconnecting
Documentation? Looking at the DB Schedules, circuits are mixed. If not a each zone to generator (in case of main power failure) in each villa according
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statutory requirement, perhaps the client would see split-load metering to people existence. Meters were fixed as indicated to Help the control &
as desirable? monitoring system to specify which zones to be connected or disconnected to
generator.
All drawings are including all major details for any contractor to work probably.
There appears to be a distinct lack of detailed “leader annotation” on
Even we included some details & data which were not used but may be used in
layout drawings, e.g. informing the installing contractor what a supply is
case of any addition and/or modification in the design during execution of
for. There are also circuit references missing. Full review of all layout
work. But, Of course, there will be minor details which the contractor must do
64 drawings is required. A contractor needs to have the full picture in front
by himself which is expected. Regarding these missing circuit references, they
of them when installing. If they don’t, the design engineer will be
can be completed by the contractor in shop-drawings stage (Since it is not a big
inundated with phone calls and e-mails. This can affect the construction
issue) which is usual practice of this stage to cover any missing data and modify
programmed.
whatever necessary according to actual site situation.
Ensure any rebar within the ‘Electrical Energy Centre’ slab is bonded and Any rebar can be bonded to earthing system because all rebars are connected
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connected to the Mains Earth Rod arrangement. together by steel bonds along their paths
DB Schedules appear to indicate no Residual Current Breakers with All sockets inside toilets were specified to contain built-in Ground Fault
Overload Protection (RCBO's). Circuits deemed as having significant Interrupter (GFI) (refer to dwg's: 300 series). While all sockets inside kitchens
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enough electric shock risk, should be furnished with RCBO’s. Furthermore, were specified to be W.P. but to be connected to GFI circuit breakers (Refer to
each MCB or RCBO should be indicated as being Type B, C or D. dwgs. 300 & 400 series).
Some DB Schedule are incomplete. E.g. LPP-GH- 'Details & Location of

67 The loads, C.B's & wires are all indicated..Location: all are in Guard House.
some circuits are not present. Full review of all DB Schedules is required.
Outgoing CPD from MDB-2 to LPP-PR2 is 63A on the power Single Line
68 Diagram. LPPPR2 Maximum Demand is 67kVA. This branch of the LV LPP-PR2 is 150A CPD not 63 A (will correct the upstream)
Distribution System needs to be revisited/ recalculated.
The ATS Connections, on ATS-1 & ATS-2, on the Power Single Line Diagram
appear to be anomalous. Is it not the case that an ATS has 2 No. inputs, 1
These are normal ATS'S with cables connected to one incomer of ATS by using
No. from mains & 1 No. from Generator, with 1 No. Output to the
69 front connection bars (which is an accessory allowing many cables to be
relevant DB? The ATS’s connections need to be revisited. Also, on MDB-1
connected to one C.B entry). Same concept to be followed for MDB-1 & MDB-2.
the supplies for CP-FPI & ELPP-1B emanate from ATS-1 and not from the
DB? The same situation is present on MDB-2/ATS-2.
Some supplies emanate not from EMDB, but direct from the Generator, It can be done using the same concept as described in tem 69 above but from
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somehow. Is this correct? the output of the generator's C.B.
Generally, the Power Single Line Diagram is not well set out. Perhaps it It is much better to have all SLD within one drawing to be easily understood. In
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needs to be split into 2 No. Drawings. addition, all data & connections are clear.
Incomer to LPP-PR1 is set to 80A. Outgoing way from MDB-1 is at 100A? It
The MCCB's in both MDB-1 & MDB-2 of panels LPP-PR1 & LPP-PR2 respectively
72 would be good practice to keep incoming / outgoing settings equal.
will be modified to be 80AT/100AF & 150AT/160AF.
There's a similar disparity for MDB-2 & LPP-PR2.
- Demand Load of (SMDB-2) =465KVA
- Rated Current= Demand load (VA) /[√3 x 380V] = 465000/(√3x380) = 698A
Why is SMDB-2 rated as high as 1250A? Outgoing way from MDB-2 also
73 - Rating of CB = Rated current x 1.25 = 698 x 1.25 = 872A
appears to be overrated?
Next CB rating is 1000A as indicated (i.e. The 1250A is the frame size, The rated
trip Current is 1000A).
80A will be replaced by 40A to be same as mentioned in its panel schedule.
74 LP-EX2B is protected via an 80A CPD. Surely 63A would suffice?
Cable will be modified accordingly.
WeELECTRICAL COMMENTS
have 2 meters, each: 800 A for each villa. As per SCECO standards, The
Main Site Tx is IMVA. Diversified Maximum Demands for MDB-1 & MDB-2 COINCIDENT FACTOR for 2 meters is: 0.723. Hence, The Total Demand load of
are 500 KVA & 514 KVA respectively. These 2 No. Figures likely don’t take both MDB-1 & MDB-2 = (500KVA + 514KVA) x 0.723 = 733 KVA ………… Which is
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future spare capacity in to account . Revisit calculations and upgrade any less than the permissible loading (80%) of the transformer (i.e. 733KVA <
CPD’s, Cables a Switchgear as necessary. 800KVA). However, this is SCECO scope of work and there are a space of
additional transformer if required)
Recommend placing the sub-main cable schedule on the Power Single
76 Line Diagram Drawing, thus affording any future interested party easy There is no available space in dwg. (G-E012) of the SLD.
assessment.
Looking at the Sub-Main supplies from MDB-1 to SMDB-1 & From MDB-2
to SMDB-2, with similar distances and loads, it's unclear why the cables
size and number of parallel cables are different? giving consideration to
CCC & Vd, the 3 No. parallel 185mm² cables would likely suffice for both They are different in loads (500 &514). If you follow the same calculations
feeds to be SMDB-1 & SMDB-2. The Design Engineer is to enter these sizes concept which indicated in item. 73 above, The main C.B's will be
77 into their Software Program to confirm, of course the Engineer needs to (800AT/1000AF &1000AT/1250AF). Accordingly, cables are different. In
take into account the, as yet, un-mentioned apparent non-allowance for addition to the difference in other derating factors (Refer to feeder data
spare capacity "KVA figure to the documentation ? furthermore, MDB-1 schedule, dwg. No. G-E011).
(500KVA) & MDB-2 (514KVA) supplies from SCECO substations are 800A
each. It would anticipated that, should further spare capacity be allowed
for on MDB-1 & MDB-2 the maximum demand would move above 800A
Paralleled Sub-Main Cables from Tx to MDB-1 are rated at approximately For MDB-1, we have 1000A CPD. The feeding Cable must carry more than
1,488A. Maximum Demand for MDB-1 is 500kVA (722A). Cable sizes or 1000A. Hence, we selected 3// 240 which can carry 1160A under installation
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number of parallel cables can be reduced. method used & derating factors as indicated in feeder data schedule, dwg. No.
Similar for MDB-2. Design Engineer to revisit calculations. G-E011. Similarly for MDB-2
MDB1 is rated at 1000A & MDB2 is rated at 1250A, why the deference, for
79 such similar loads, 500KVA & 514KVA respectively. Furthermore, is Refer to our reply on item: 77 above.
Switchgear available in both 1000A & 1500A Ratings?
Revisit Cable sizes for ELPP-1B & ELPP-2B from both Generator and Mains These Panels are having 1.7% & 1.73% total voltage drop at their locations
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Supplies. They're currently insufficiently sized form a Vd point of view. (Refer to feeder data schedule, dwg. No. G-E011).
With extensive project knowledge, is the engineer certain that all

essential equipment is on the essential side of a DB? A brief review is
81 required. Any designated Smoke Extraction Equipment, Fire Fighting Already considered & connected to Essential (Emergency) sides.
Equipment, Designated Security Equipment, should be on the essential
side of a DB.
Has the engineer consulted the relevant local authority and/or architect
on whether or not the lifts are designated as Fire-Fighting lifts ? If they
82 It is not a fire-fighting lift. It only villa with 2-floors .
are, they'll need separate dedicated, fire rated supplies from a different
transformer.
ELPP-1B & ELPP-2B have emergency feed from the Generator. It's normal
ELPP-1B & ELPP-2B are the panels of the Panic Rooms at the basement of each
for Emergency feeds into an ATS to be fire rated cabling? CP-FP1 & CP-FP2
villa. So, we put a separate feeding to these panels either from ATS or from
supplies are already proposed on the feeder schedule to be fire rated,
83 Generator (Fire rated cables are not required). Regarding the ATS's which are
which is good practice. Furthermore, the ATS's immediately adjacent
connected to each of these panels, They will be the same ratings of their
ELPP-1B & ELPP-2B on the power single line diagram are not referenced
feeding CB which is 40A for both.
or rated.
As per NFPA code, The CB which is feeding fire pump must be sized based on
Why are CP-FP1 & CP-FP2 CPS's rated at 250A? Generator & mains. The
84 locked rotor current which is 5-6 times of rated current (which we considered)
load of each is approximately 50A
or to be magnetic trip only.
Any emergency feeds into any ATS are normally fire rated. The supplies to
Not any Emergency feeds. Only loads which concerned to life safety (Fire
85 ATS-1 (MDB-1) & ATS-2 (MDB-2) from EMDB are currently not indicated as
pumps) are required to fed by fire rated cables.
fire rated?
Has the engineer consulted the local authority on whether or not
86 dedicated supplies from separate transformers are necessary for any The design considered all regulations of Saudi Electrical Company (SCECO).
aspect of this project?
All external power supplies should be IP65 rated, and noted as such on IP-65 & IP-67 are both used normally in under-water fittings. IP-54 is the
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the power layout drawings. common use of normal external fittings.
Feed from the generator to EMDB 2 No. Parallel 4c 300mm² cables. You didn't consider the derating factors and the additional 25% for sizing the
88 Approximate total rating is 1142A. Total demand for EMDB is stated as C.B as per NEC code. Regarding the fire rated cables, Only loads which
473kVA (683A). Revisit these cable sizes. These cables should be fire rated. concerned to life safety (Fire pumps) are required to fed by fire rated cables.
Way 6 on the lower feeder schedule of drawing G-E011 has a kVA loading
89 Written by mistake. Will be removed.
entered, but no other information?
The feeder schedule details some fire rated cabling. Fire rated cabling
comes in e.g. FP200, FP300. Each has a different fire with stand duration. All required data regarding the fire rated cables are clearly indicated in item:
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The Contractor will need to know what type of cabling is being proposed 2.D. in spec.'s No.: 16121 of wires & cables.
by the engineer before they can place an order.
Regarding LSZH cables, refer to our reply on item:45 above. All used cables are
Final Sub Circuit Cabling should be LZSHT & E. The DB Schedules are Multi-core with full neutral cables (i.e. Referring to dwg. G-E011, all cables
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unclear as to whether single core or T & E is being proposed were located inside the columns of Multi-core cables and no cables were
located under columns of single core.)
CPD Values in Feeder Schedule for supplies from EMDB to ATS-1 & ATS-2 ELECTRICAL COMMENTS
92 Refer to our reply on item: 94 below.
do not correlate with the Power Single Line Diagram.
In main Villa: There are 2-chillers (on the roof of office & secretary) &
Only a small shower chiller can be seen on the roof of the Son's Villa. The 1-shower chiller (on the roof of main villa).
93 Main Villa and Staff Quarters both have larger Chillers installed on the
In Son's villa: There are 2-chillers (on the roof of the Diwaniyah) &
roofs. Is this correct?
1-shower chiller (on the roof of Son's villa).
KVA loadings in the Feeder Schedule for Supplies from EMDB to ATS-1 &
275KVA & 283KVA are the Emergency loads of MDB-1 & MDB-2 respectively.
ATS-2 are 275KVA & 283KVA respectively. The Power Single Line Diagram
94 But 473 is total demand loads after applying diversity factor of 85% (i.e.
details a maximum demand of 473KVA Total for EMDB? These figures do
(275+283) x 0.85 = 473KVA).
not correlate and must be revisited
No Controls bus is indicated between the Mains & generator incomers. No control bus or devices are shown in electrical drawings. They shall be done
Under Power failure conditions, the Mains Incomer will need to open and by the contractor & the supplier of the generator according to the
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the Generator Incomer will need to close. One Incomer needs to know the requirements which are mentioned in the technical specifications No. 16625 of
status of the other Incomer. the "Standby Power Generating System".
On the Power Single Line Diagram, the design engineer has detailed the
phased introduction of loads under ‘generator’ emergency power SCECO is not dedicated to any electrical connections inside the project. Its
96 conditions. SCECO should also be consulted on how their Tx performs scope is just to provide the power source (MV or L.V ) to the project with
following a reinstatement of Main Power & a reclosing of the Main Mains necessary protection.
Incomer.
No ‘Preferred Manufacturers’ list can be seen in the documentation. The

97 inclusion of such a list avoids the eventuality of a contractor ordering and A "List of Approved Manufacturers" shall be submitted
installing cheap, sub-standard equipment.
Ring Circuits are not used in Saudi Arabia. RCBO & GFI sockets were used as
98 Make use of Type B 32A RCBO’s for Socket Ring Circuits.
described in item: 66 above
The feeder schedule details a load of 275kVA for the supply from EMDB to
ATS-1 (MDB-1). Assessing the total load for MDB-1, under power failure
conditions, i.e. with switchgear couplers having isolated certain
loads/DB’s. The maximum demand is 359kVA. The engineer is to revisit
these figures, then amend all load totals, cables, CPD's as necessary. The
99 Refer to our reply on item: 94 above.
same exercise must be carried out for the supply from EMDB to ATS-2
(MDB-2). Furthermore, on the Power Single Line Diagram, The total
maximum demand for EMDB is detailed as 473KVA . Looking at the above
figure of 359kVA, the 473kVA will be far exceeded once other emergency
loads are added. The engineer is to revisit all these calculations.
Lighting Final Sub-Circuits can be fed via 10A Type RCBO’s, not 16A CPD’s
The SCECO standards are requiring only 10A or 16A MCB for lighting circuits.
100 as detailed on the DB Schedules. Note – RCBO’s are now used in the UK
(i.e. RCBO's are not required by SCECO unless in wet areas).
for all Lighting Circuits.
Circuit Descriptions are not ‘fully informative’ on the DB Schedules.

Example of a good circuit description would be “Z2 Dining Room Socket Not needed since the fed zones & loads were indicated in the layouts which
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Outlets”. An installing contractor would be spending unwanted additional should be red with panel schedules.
time deciphering what’s currently written on the DB Schedules.
It is clearly requested by the owner to have completely separated services for

Is there any particular reason why the design engineer has proposed a
each of main & son's villas with their attached buildings for the possibility of
separate EMDB,MDB-1 & MDB-2? Has the Design Engineer Consulted
future separating fence between them. Hence, there are 2-MDB'S, Spaces for
102 Switchgear manufacturers regarding the feasibility/costs of having 1 No.
possible future transformer & generator, The main control room is having 2-
single Floor standing Switch panel with 2 No. Incomers (Generator &
doors for the possibility of dividing it to two rooms by a middle wall and all
Mins) installed in the 'Electrical Energy Center' instead?
other related arrangements as shown in the design drawings.
Have the architect and structural engineer been made aware of the
trenching requirements for the ‘Electrical Energy Centre’? Furthermore, The Structure dwg. No. G-S503 shall be revised to include the trenches which
103
G-E503 – Trenching appears to extend into a room with no electrical indicated in the elec dwg. G-E503 (6).
equipment inside.
104 Recommendation: Outstanding LV Information
The following information is required before the LV Distribution System
analysis can be deemed exhaustive and complete.
ELPP-1G-Z1, ELPP-1G-Z2 & ELPP-1G-Z3 Sub-Main Cable Sizes are not
a All these are several sections combined in One panel (ELPP-1G).
indicated anywhere in the documentation
ELPP-OF-Z1 Sub-Main Cable Size is not indicated anywhere in the
b (ELPP-OF-Z1) is a section inside the Panel (ELPP-OF).
documentation
ELPP-1FA-Z1 & ELPP-1FA-Z2 Sub-Main Cable sizes are not indicated any
c All these are several sections combined in One panel (ELPP-1FA).
where in the documentation.
ELPP-2G-Z1 Sub-Main Cable Sizes are not indicated anywhere in the
d (ELPP-2G-Z1) is a section inside the Panel (ELPP-2G).
documentation
ELPP-3-Z1 Sub-Main Cable Size is not indicated anywhere in the
e (ELPP-3-Z1) is a section inside the Panel (ELPP-3).
documentation
ELPP-2F-Z1 to 5 Sub-Main Cable Sizes are not indicated anywhere in the
f (ELPP-2F-Z1) is a section inside the Panel (ELPP-2F).
documentation
g Detailed mains & generator System Earthing Schematics Its indicated clearly in dwg. No. G-E503 . Detail. No.: 4
Detailed Electrical Switch room / Metering Room / Transformer Room / They are indicated in dwg. No. G-E503 . More installation details shall be
h
Generator Room Layouts. included in shop-drawings stage.
105 Observations: Earthing ELECTRICAL COMMENTS

Analysis of the Earthing Systems involves an analysis of the LV
Distribution System & Lightning Protection System. Comments are as
follows:
a Refer to our reply on item 3.4.1 (3) above.
Conductor (CPC)cabling is XLPE/SWA/LSZH.
It is recommended that all above-ground additional Circuit Protective
b Refer to our reply on item 3.4.1 (4) above.
Conductor (CPC) cabling is XLPE/LSZH.
TN-S earthing system is used. Hence, there are separate earthing cable/wire
External Lighting Column Circuits should be installed c/w an end of circuit
c connected to all electrical equipments including lighting columns (So, no need
earth rod.
for separate earth rods for the ltg.columns).
Detailed Earthing Schematic should be provided for both the Mains &
d Refer to our reply on item 104 (h) above.
Generator System. Currently, none have been provided.
All extraneous conductive parts are to be bonded to the earth bar of a

local DB, thus eliminating any voltage potential/possibility of electric
shock. Such conductive parts consist of, but are not restricted to,
ductwork, pipework, cable containment etc. Bonding is to be carried out
using 2.5mm² LSZH Singles (Mechanically protected) or 4mm² ( can be TN-S earthing system is used. Hence, there are already a separate earthing
e
clipped direct). Coloring of cabling should be in line with local statutory cable/wire connected to all electrical equipments .
literature. To ensure thorough/responsible bonding of all extraneous
conductive parts, the engineer will need to visit site regularly during the
construction period in order to liaise closely with the installing electrical
contractor.
f Make CP-FPI & CP-FP2 CPC's fire rated to match the phase supply cables These to be as per specifications & manufacturer's recommendations.
Ensure all CPC’s are, at minimum, half the CSA of the phase supply cable. Both of 3.5-core cables (As suggested) & 4-core cables (As designed) are
g
E.g. Son’s Villa – Chiller 2. correct.
Ensure any rebar within the ‘Electrical Energy Centre’ slab is bonded and
h Already considered & shown in all earthing drawings.
connected to the Mains Earth Rod arrangement.
No Lightning Protection Layouts have been provided for the Pump Rooms.
Has the engineer liaised with the specialist to determine whether or not
these buildings require Lightning Protection
Systems (LPS’s)? Furthermore, the design engineer should liaise with the A "Risk Assessment Study" was done according to BS 62305-2 and it confirmed
LPS Specialist to ensure detailed software risk analysis is carried out for all that the Lightning protection level is LPS-4 which requires a mesh of 20 x 20m
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buildings on site The results from these analyses will determine the max. with separation of 20m max. between each two successive down
various parameters of the LPS’s, e.g. spacing of air termination network, conductors which all were considered in all buildings.
spacing of down conductors/earth rods, necessity for buried earth tape
ring (or no buried earth tape ring). The Engineer is to confirm to the Client
that the above analysis have been conducted
j C-E600 – Certain columns have 2 No. bonds? 1 bond and 1 down Conductor
k C-E601 – Tape is indicated routed directly beneath Chillers. It's Shop Drawing Issue
Bare Copper Tape is proposed below ground and at roof level. Usually,
As per BS EN 62305-2, The mesh conductor network should be installed above
l above ground tape would certainly be PVC covered. Would the specialist
flat roofed structure. (See attached Catalogue cut of FURSE manufacturer)
recommend PVC Covered Tape?
Have all finished LPS Drawings been forwarded to the LPS Specialist for
comments ? No is a very specialized system, and advice should be sought Not necessary for villas. But this task will be done by the manufacturer (FURSE ,
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from those who possess the greatest knowledge on the subject Engineer WALLIS or equivalent) at the time of submittal approvals.
about LPS’s.
Cheaper Aluminum tape should be used above ground, if confirmed to be Aluminum is not recommended specially when connection to copper because
n okay by the specialist. Aluminum to Copper bonds should then be used, an electrolytic chemical interactions will be happened and a corrosion will be
where applicable, as tape transitions from above ground, to below. resulted at the touching points.
o Provide Earth Rod ‘Detail’ on LPS Drawings. Refer to General Drawings
p Provide Earth Rods with Test Points. It is included inside inspection pit (IP) as indicated in the general details.
Provide Project Specific Details on LPS Drawings for bonds to columns /

q Refer to General Drawings
rebar at both high level and low level.
r B-E600 – Certain columns have multiple bonds? 1 bond and 1 down Conductor
s B-E601 – Air Termination Tape is indicated beneath AHU’s? Coordination Drawing done by Contractor Shop Drawing Issue
106 Observations: Lighting & Emergency Lighting
Comments on the Lighting & Emergency Lighting System
All the loads inside the pump RM are fed from emergency source. All pump
room loads are fed from (LPP-PR1) which is connected to (MDB-1). This (MDB-
a Pump Rooms have no emergency lighting indicated.
1) is fed from both the SCECO S/S (Normal source) and EMDB (Emergency
source) via ATS-1. Similarly for (LPP-PR2) with (MDB-2) & ATS-2.
ELECTRICAL COMMENTS
No Need of Exit signs since it is one room with one door. Luminaires were
Positioned in the middle of the room to avoid locations above the pumps (to be
Pump Rooms have no emergency exit signage indicated. Also, positioning
b easier in maintenance). Also, the average achieved illuminance is 400 Lux (see
of luminaires is not correct and no light switch is indicated on G-E502.
attached lux Calc.'s). A W.P. Switch is already indicated in the DWG. G-E502
between the access door & the panel.
All the loads inside the Guard House are fed from emergency source. Guard
House loads are fed from (LPP-GH) which is connected to (MDB-1). This (MDB-
Guard House WC should be provided with Emergency lighting & PIR
c 1) is fed from both the SCECO S/S (Normal source) and EMDB (Emergency
Detection Switching
source) via ATS-1. No need for PIR detection switching inside a toilet of guard
house with only one down light inside.
All external lighting of the site were already controlled by photo-cell & timer.
Guard House External lighting should be controlled via Photocell & Time
d But these particular fixtures which fitted on the walls of the guard house must
switch
be controlled manually because they are not always required to be opened.
All the loads inside the sub-station room are fed from emergency source. All
S/S room loads are fed from (LPP-S) which is connected to (MDB-1). This (MDB-
No emergency lighting or emergency exit signage is indicated in any
e 1) is fed from both the SCECO S/S (Normal source) and EMDB (Emergency
substation room.
source) via ATS-1. Exit signs are not required since every room is having only
one door direct to out side.
External lighting should be controlled via photocell and time switch.

f Refer to our reply on item:49 above.
Detailed external lighting control schematics should be produced.
The central area - which is a drive way - is illuminated by two Nos. of flood
Staff Quarters Building – Positioning of luminaires in Gnd Floor car Park
g lighting fixtures (Type: F3) located beside the entrance gate. Each is fitted with
will not provide illumination in the central area of the Gnd Floor Car Park.
150W, Metal Halide lamp.
Staff Quarters Building - No emergency lighting or emergency exit signage
h is indicated in the Car Park, Gnd Floor Store, Stairwell, Kitchen, Pantry, There is Emergency LTG & No Need for Exits
WC’s,
Regarding the emergency lighting, Refer to our reply on items: b,d & e above.
No Emergency Lighting Test Key switches are indicated in the Guard
i Note that testing key switch is built-in the exit signs only which having built-in
House, Pump Rooms or Electrical Substation.
batteries.
There are an emergency panel (ELPP-3) in the building which is feeding

No Emergency Lighting Test Key switches are indicated in the Staff
j emergency lighting fixture & other emergency loads. Regarding the testing key
Quarters Building on the Gnd Floor.
switch, It is built-in the exit signs only which having built-in batteries.
In general, PIR presence detectors are used in public areas where there are too
Staff Quarters building - PIR Presence Detection should be used to Switch many visitors with difficulty in switching the lights On/Off from different
k
WC's & Stairwell Lighting locations like corridors and indoor parking. But here there are resident persons
who can easily On/Off the lights as per demand.
Staff Quarters building- No Emergency Exit signage is indicated on the

l No Need
ground Floor
There are an emergency panel (ELPP-3) in the building which is feeding

Staff Quarters building - No emergency lighting test switching indicated
m emergency lighting fixture & other emergency loads. Regarding the testing key
on First Floor
switch, It is built-in the exit signs only which having built-in batteries.
Staff Quarters building - No emergency lighting provide within the WC's & The whole pump room is fed from emergency source. Refer to our reply on
n
Pump Room item: 106 (a) above.
Staff Quarters Building – Corridor Lighting should be controlled via PIR
o O.K. will be added.
Presence Detection.
Staff Quarters Building – External Lighting should be controlled via
p O.K. will be added.
photocell & time switch
q Son’s Villa – All Floors – No emergency lighting test key switches indicated. Testing key switch is built-in the exit signs only which having built-in batteries.
r Son’s Villa – All Floors – No emergency lighting indicated in WC’s. No Need
s Son’s Villa – Basement – No emergency signage indicated. No Need
Son’s Villa – External lighting should be controlled via Photocell & Time
t Will Comply
switch
u Main Villa – All Floors – No emergency lighting test key switches indicated. Testing key switch is built-in the exit signs only which having built-in batteries.
v Main Villa – All Floors – Emergency lighting not indicated in all WC’s. No Need
The basement is only one Panic room. No need for emergency signage noting
w Main Villa – Basement – No emergency signage indicated.
that all loads-including lighting- are connected to emergency.
Main Villa - External lighting should be controlled via Photocell & Time
x Refer to our reply on item : 49 above.
switch
BS5266 Part 1: 1999 defines that: "emergency lighting should provide 10% of
the normal lighting level at the hazard, with a minimum of 15 Lux". In this
y Main Villa - Emergency Lighting insufficient in kitchen kitchen, There are 4 Nos. of Ltg. Fixtures (achieving 100 Lux av. Approx.) are
connected to emergency out of 14 Nos. (achieving 384 Lux av.) , which is 28%
of the total lighting quantity. So, The design exceeds the code requirements.
ELECTRICAL COMMENTS
Exit signs are not required since The kitchen is having only one door direct to
z Main Villa – No emergency exit signage indicated within kitchen. out side. In addition, All persons would be inside the kitchen are knowing the
place very well and don't need escaping guidance in case of emergency.
Main Villa – No emergency exit signage or emergency lighting indicated

aa Refer to our reply on item: 106 (a) above.
within the pump room.
Main Villa - External lighting should be controlled via Photocell & Time
ab Refer to our reply on item:49 above.
switch
Main Villa - Roof level Corridor lighting should be controlled via Photocell
ac Not necessary since they will be rarely used
& Time switch
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Pump Room / Summary
Height of Room: 2.700 m, Mounting Height: 2.700 m, Light loss factor: Values in Lux, Scale 1:93
0.80
Surface  [%] Eav [lx] Emin [lx] Emax [lx] u0

Workplane / 409 119 604 0.292
Floor 20 351 163 491 0.465
Ceiling 80 76 47 91 0.626
Walls (4) 50 164 52 435 /
Workplane: UGR Lengthways- Across to luminaire axis

Height: 0.760 m Left Wall 20 23
Grid: 64 x 64 Points Lower Wall 20 23
Boundary Zone: 0.000 m (CIE, SHR = 0.25.)
Illuminance Quotient (according to LG7): Walls / Working Plane: 0.379, Ceiling / Working Plane: 0.185.
Luminaire Parts List
No. Pieces Designation (Correction Factor)  (Luminaire) [lm]  (Lamps) [lm] P [W]
Disano 993 Forma LED Disano 993 126 LED
1 4 4961 4961 46.0
CLD CELL grey (1.000)
Total: 19843 Total: 19844 184.0
Specific connected load: 5.22 W/m² = 1.28 W/m²/100 lx (Ground area: 35.28 m²)
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BOQ Reverts
Department QS
BOQ COMMENTS
Main Villa - Structural Work
Division 2 – Add an item for disposal of surplus

1 Documents missing to be added quantity as per site condition -
excavated material.
Division 2 – Add an item for the extra over cost of to be submitted general requirements, preambles , day work
2 Documents missing -
breaking out rock – provisional quantity per m3 schedule
Division 2 – Add an item for dewatering/pumping where to be submitted general requirements, preambles , day work
excavation is below the ground water level schedule
Building drainage net work is in included in division 15

Division 2 – Include items for the underground drainage
4 Documents missing however the underground water drainage is not a common -
works where not covered elsewhere
practice for this category of Projects
Division 2 – There is no item for crushed stone filling to lean concrete is to be used if over
5 Documents missing Please refer to Son's BOQ item 03, page 1 of 22
the drainage as there is for the Son's Villa, is this correct excavation is encountered
Division 3 – The items under “Adjustment” do not

6 Documents missing Only at General / Hardscape BOQ -
specify the grade of concrete required
Main Villa -Architectural Works
1 Division 9, item 09200.2 – plaster thickness to be stated Documents missing 7mm thick it depends on approved materials
Main Villa -ID Work

Division 8, item 08200 heading – should this read
1 Documents Type T-01 is External -
“Internal”
2 Division 9, item 09200.3 – plaster thickness to be stated Documents 7mm thick it depends on approved materials
Son's Villa - Structural Work

excavated material.

Division 2 – There is no item for crushed stone filling to

lean concrete is to be used if over
5 the foundations as there is in the corresponding section Documents missing Please refer to Son's BOQ item 03, page 1 of 22
excavation is encountered
of the Main Villa works, is this correct?

Son's Villa - Architectural Works
1 Division 9, item 09300, 5.1.2, c – unit missing Documents missing m² -
2 Division 9, item 09300, 5.1.2, B – unit missing Documents missing m -
3 Division 9, page 5, item b – quantity missing Documents missing 98 m -
Division 9, The item at the end of this section under

4 Documents missing as per drawing G-A002 it is Jordan Stone -
"Adjustment" has no specification?
Son's Villa - ID Work

Division 9, page 14, items c & d - should the unit be in
1 Documents m -
"m" and not "m2"
2 Division 10, item 10900,a – unit missing Documents missing No. -
Diwaniyah - Structural Work

excavated material.

Department QS
BOQ COMMENTS
Division 2 – There is no item for crushed stone filling to lean concrete is to be used if over
5 Documents missing as per BOQ it is already fill for drainage
the drainage as there is for the Son's Villa, is this correct excavation is encountered

Diwaniyah - Architectural Works
Division 2 – Item 02515.2 is missing its unit of measure –

1 Documents missing m -
“M”
Division 9 - Item 09300.9 - should the unit be "M" not

2 Documents m -
M2"
3 Division 9 - Item 09900.15.19 & 20 Documents missing m -
General - Structural & Architectural Work

excavated material.

Division 2 – There is no item for crushed stone filling to

lean concrete is to be used if over
5 the foundations as there is in the corresponding section Documents missing Please refer to Son's BOQ item 03, page 1 of 22
excavation is encountered
of the Main Villa works, is this correct?

6 Documents missing fc'=30 Mpa, type I cement with micro silica -
as per drawing G-A002 it is R5 (1. Cement sand mortar mixed

Division 7 – Under “Adjustment” there is a lump sum
with proprietary liquid rubber admixture similar to lacticrete
item for constructing the swimming pool (civil work). Only waterproofing system is the
73 admix of laticrete or equal approved from SODAP or BAL.) (
7 There is no specification referred to this nor the extent Documents missing scope of works (Civil works is under
2. Proprietary waterproof and anti-fracture membrane similar
of the scope of works required. If left to interpretation a special construction - Division 13)
to laticrete 92355 with integral reinforcing fabric + lacticrete
dispute could arise as to what has been allowed for.
211 crete filler powder or equal from SODAP or BAL. )
8 Division 8 – Item 08120.6 does not have a quantity. Documents missing 2 No. -
Division 9 – Under "Adjustment" the items do not

9 Documents as per drawing G-A002 it is Jordan Stone -
reference the specification for these work
Division 9 – Below “Adjustment” there is an item for
10 “Finishing of fence” without reference to specification Documents missing as per approved materials, approximate area = 1650m² as per approved materials
or quantity
Division 10 – At the end of the section there are four
11 items for louvers without reference to drawings or Documents missing Mechanical issues to be coordinated to Architectural need to update Drawing (G-A504)
specification
Division 13 – This section is for the construction of the
12 Documents missing Civil Works only under Division 7 is the waterproofing works -
swimming pool. In Division 7,referred to

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4.1. Electrical References 26 To 30

We would recommend at least one open able window

IFT package is developed based on concept design

It would be greatly beneficial to spaces if the blanked

Main Villa Support Building

• The switch room/substation is a potential security

• The Architectural screening described in section 1.2

• All equipment, including FCU's and diffuser grilles,

• Architect to provide a 'Designer Risk Assessment'

• A number of doors are shown as opening on the

• The Electrical Specification does go into more detail

• Architects to provide a general commentary on the

• Architects to include all equipment (lighting, access

1.2.4 CONSIDER THE USE OF THERMAL INSULATION ACCORRDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS

• Confusion may be created from having the

• The difference between the two roofing types is the

where the external walls are drawn on the wall

Blanket Wall Insulation

If the blanket wall insulation is to be installed

It Coordinated with MEP designer as well as ID ceiling

• There doesn't appear to be a 1:5 or 1: 10 detail

• There are numerous dashes with ceiling down light

Waterproofing the foundations

Consider use of a dual system in areas of importance or

Waterproofing the foundations

-Formation levels may need to be confirmed/ revised on

Along the northern edge of site perimeter, where neighbor

As the building is low rise when the buried tank is empty

Waterproofing the foundations

There are no shear walls evident or otherwise referred

The setting out of some gridlines and columns is unclear

The support building is long and narrow on plan and

Several of the perimeter details require very thin

There are no shear walls evident or otherwise referred

Several of the perimeter details require very thin

Internal partitions are in some cases over 5m in height

There are no shear walls evident or otherwise referred

The LV Distribution System has a number of anomalies which need

b) The Following aspects should also be addressed:-

3.3 Description of the Current Electrical Building Services Design

The current design proposals consist of the following:

Remote main Infrastructure Electrical Switch room & Metering Rooms

Sub-main Supply cables are routed underground within ducts to each of

The site is backed up Electrically a 562.5 kVA Diesel Standby generator

3.3.2 Lighting & Emergency Lighting

External Energy Efficient Metal Halide & LED Column Mounted

3.4 Review of the current Electrical building

The Specification & Design Drawings do not correlate in connection with

- Using LPP-GH as an example, the design documentation currently details

Using armored cables for above ground installation is an exaggerated demand

It is recommended that all underground additional Circuit Protective

It is recommended that all above-ground additional Circuit Protective

No Electrical Cabling Containment drawings have been provided. These

Main Villa - Is the “D.W.” Electrical load as high as 13kVA, 3 Phase, as

Convention is to specify 63A MCCB’s as a minimum for any outgoing way

Some DB Busbar ratings, termed "Main Bus" on DB Schedules are Is this

Main Villa - LPP-K is detailed as having a maximum demand of 31kVA. This

There are insufficient Spare Ways on LPP-K, LPP-GH, ELPP-OF, LPP-2LR,

• G-E007 - Cable Sizing Details - 1

All considerations in connection with Current Carrying Capacity (CCC),

Metering provisions indicated on the Power Single Line Diagram are to be