Minim u m Te c h n ic a l Re q u ire m e n ts (MTR)

ELECTRICAL

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MINIMUM TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS – ELECTRICAL

I. ELECTRICAL (P OWER & LIGHTING S YS TEMS ):

In tro d u c tio n

This part of the report is intended to set out the minimum technical requirements
required for the final calculations, final detailed drawings and installations of the
electrical systems.

The detailed drawings, documents, calculations and installations of the electrical

works will be carried out by the Contractor. The requirements and responsibilities of
the Contractor as well as the deliverables required shall be the same as that outlined
in this MTR, any illustrative electrical sketches and electrical specifications related to
the project.

S c o p e o f Wo rk

The scope of electrical power, telecommunication & low-current installations in the

project will include but not necessarily limited to the following:-

- MV switchgear.
- Distribution transformers.
- Standby diesel generators complete with automatic transfer switches.
- Low voltage switchgear comprising main distribution boards (MDB), sub-main
distribution boards (SMDB), distribution boards. (DB‟ s) distribution panel
boards (DP‟ s), and branch circuits panel boards (LP‟ s, PP‟ s).
- Uninterruptable Power Supply (UPS) systems.
- Medium voltage feeders‟ network.
- Low voltage cables, raceways and all accessories.
- Miscellaneous wiring devices and disconnecting switches.
- Indoor, roads, parking, facade and outdoor lighting installations.
- Earthing system.
- Lightning system.
- Elevators.

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 1 TECHNICAL CONDITIONS

1.1 Re g u la tio n s a n d S ta n d a rd s

The electrical systems will be designed and constructed in accordance with the latest
version of Saudi Building Code (SBC) and Saudi Arabian Standard Organization
(SASO) Codes and Standards; however, items/systems not covered in SASO
Standards shall conform to the latest version of the following:

• Standards/Regulations issued by Saudi Electric Company (SEC), Ministry of

Public Building and Works, Civil Aviation Authority, etc., as applicable.
• (IEE) Seventeenth edition of IEE wiring Regulations. (BS 7671: 2008).
• (IEC) International Electro-Technical Committee codes/standards.
• (NFPA) National Fire Protection Association.
(NEC) National Electrical Code - U.S.A.
•
(CIBSE) British “Code of Interior Lighting “issued by the “Chartered Institution of
•
Building Services”.
Illuminating Engineering Society (IES) Code.
• British standard for Earthing (BS 7430)
• British Standards for Protection of Structures against lightning (BSEN 62305).
• ISO Standards.

The entire electrical installations, the associated equipment and materials shall fully
comply with the above and shall be designed and specified for a continuous and
trouble-free operation at the ambient conditions of the relevant site.

The contractor must take into account any Saudi regulations that are legally
mandatory.

1.2 Clim a tic Co n d itio n s

All electrical equipment, accessories and fittings employed in electrical installation

will be specified, designed and rated for continuous and free operation at th e
c lim a tic c o n d itio n s o f re le va n t s ite .

The contractor must use a de-rating factor for ambient temperature, when sizing
cables and selecting equipment.

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 1.3 S p e c ific c o n d itio n s

The contractor shall be responsible for coordinating and negotiating with the
authorities with regard to the services that may belong to them or within their control.
Any costs, contributions or permits required by any national authority to enable full
completion of the works shall be covered by the contractor and included in his price.

The contractor shall check and advise the owner representative/engineer on all room
sizes that are particular to the electrical services equipment.

The contractor shall undertake to maintain at his sole expense, the apparatus and
installation against all defects, reasonable wear and tear expected for a period of not
less than twelve months from the date of hand over of the installation.

1.4 P ro g ra m s fo r Ca lc u la tio n

The following programs shall be used for calculation:

• ECODIAL from Schneider or DOCwin from ABB

• Excel Spreadsheet for panel board and some calculation.
• Manufacturer programs for generator selection
• For lighting, DIALUX program shall be used and some other manufacture's
programs

2 ELECTRICAL P OWER S YS TEMS

2.1 P o we r S u p p ly Ch a ra c te ris tic

All electrical equipment, accessories and fittings will be of the best material and
manufactured to operate continuously in the electricity supply having the following
characteristics:

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 Medium Voltage (MV) : 13.8 kV, 60 Hz, 3 phases, 3 wires.

Low Voltage (LV) : 400/230 V, 3 phase, 4 wire & ground, solidly

Earthed neutral.

Fault Level : 500 MVA at 13.8 kV side of transformer

(transformer input)

The power supply characteristics listed above have to be confirmed with local electric
authority at site.

2.2 In c o m in g P o we r S u p p ly

Utility power supply shall be obtained from the network of the Local Electricity
Authority at 13.8 kV.

An advance coordination meeting shall be arranged between the Contractor and the
Local Electricity Authority (SEC) to check the availability of the utility supply and how
to achieve the required reliability of that source. Site specifics shall be discussed and
agreed upon with SEC, taking into consideration the particular conditions of the site.
The contractor shall fully conform to SEC technical and space requirements and
obtain SEC approval where applicable.

2.3 Ele c tric a l S u b s ta tio n (s ) / Ele c tric Utility Bu ild in g (s )

Project shall be catered electrically through substation(s) distributed in the site in the
way that guarantees the most liable feeding of loads.

Electrical feeding of all external works (street/fence/landscape lighting, external

security systems, parking areas, watching towers, main/secondary gates, guards
rooms, stadiums, septic tanks pumps, ranges, future expansions… etc) to be
distributed on the substation(s) according to the location and loads values.

All mechanical loads located in the site or on buildings to be fed with power after final
selection of mechanical equipment.

Helipad area –when found- is to be totally submitted -electrically- in details by the

Contractor (regarding lighting, power, grounding, control…) to match the international
standards (codes) and the end user requirements.

All gates security systems (Road blockers, car barriers, electrical gates, scanners…)

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 to be fed with the required power after full coordination with the Architectural
Engineers.

In case of voltage drop problem raised during the final calculation stage –due to
faraway loads from substations-; Contractor is to provide the most effective solutions
to reduce the voltage drop and to save cables as much as possible.

Electric utility building(s) / Substation(s) will consist of transformer(s), stand by

generator(s), automatic transfer switch(es) and Main Distribution Board(s) . Final
number and size of transformers and generators in substation(s) shall be determined
by the Contractor after his final load calculations.

The scope will deem to include but not necessary be limited to concrete bases,
foundations, supporting structures, cable trenches and all necessary builder works in
connection

The Contractor will allow for all related installations to make the electric utility building
fully operational, as intended taking into consideration that the transformer room will
have a concrete ceiling (not open to above). The Contractor shall also endeavor to
achieve a high degree of standardization.

2.3.1 Me d iu m Vo lta g e S witc h g e a r (Ma in )

The incoming Medium Voltage “MV” 13.8 kV supply cables from Saudi Electric
Company “SEC” shall enter site and shall be terminated in the SEC MV
switchgear/RMU‟ S - located in SEC room-. The Contractor will include for all
necessary fault protection and adequate discrimination throughout the medium
voltage level. Contractor will also enquire with SEC the maximum fault level of the
incoming supply and select the suitable equipment.

The MV Switchgear will be indoor type, metal clad switchgear, with withdrawable
Vacuum or SF6 type circuit breakers. Outgoing circuit breakers which feed the MV
switchgear shall be fully equipped with control power supply and all required
mechanical interlocks and alarms, multifunction digital-metering, instrument
transformers, terminal blocks, protection and control devices.

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2.3.2 Me d iu m vo lta g e n e two rk, Dis trib u tio n Tra n s fo rm e rs a n d Rin g Ma in Un its (RMU)

MV cables will be single or multi-core 8.7/15 kV (17.5kV) annealed copper, XLPE

insulated, flame retardant PVC overheated to IEC 60502. The cables shall have
adequate current carrying and short circuit withstands capacity.

M.V cables -when running inside the site- shall be direct buried armoured cables or
nonarmoured type running in UPVC conduits. Concrete duct bank to be used when
crossing roads only.

Transformer(s) shall be; 13.8kV/400V Oil type or Dry type (according to SEC and
project status), 3-phase 4-wire, Dyn11, 2-copper winding, insulation class F.

Final number and size of transformers required for the project shall be specified by
the Contractor according to his final summation of the total actual loads with any
modifications required in the electrical utility building.

2.3.3 S ta n d b y Ge n e ra to rs

Stand-by diesel engine-generator(s) shall be provided in the Electric utility building(s)

/ substation(s) to supply power to the following emergency, critical, essential and life
safety loads and systems in the event of normal power supply failure:

• All emergency & essential electrical loads.

• life safety systems (fire fighting pumps, etc)
• Security and access control systems and the like.
• Data systems and the like.
• Critical mechanical systems (sewage/sump pumps, domestic water pumps, etc.).
• 100% of the external security and helipad lighting.
• 20% of the external (fence and street) lighting.
• Electric loads (control and monitoring equipment) for the helipad area.
Allowance of 20% as spare capacity to cover all contingencies.
•

The generator(s) will be 400V, 3-phase, 4-wire, 1800 rpm; 60 Hz, 0.8 power factor
turbo-charged after cooled, class G3 to ISO 8528, with electronic governor; and
complete with associated auxiliaries, acoustic treatment and ventilation attenuators to
minimize noise level, residential type exhaust system; start up system, cooling
system and daily fuel storage and transfer systems.

Contractor will determine the final size of generator(s) required based on his final
calculations and final selection of equipment. The generator shall be loaded up to 80

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 % maximum of its rating capacity and the maximum voltage dip permitted for each
step is 15 %.

Bulk storage fuel tank will be sized for four days full load operation of the generator
set(s). Contractor will advise the engineer at the earliest the size of the diesel storage
tank required.

Automatic transfer switch(es) shall be 4-pole, single switch-double-throw and

provided with bypass isolation switches to allow for a safe and convenient means of
manually bypassing and isolation for the automatic transfer switch, regardless of the
condition or position of the switch.

Upon total failure of SEC‟ s power supply, the generator(s) will be started
automatically (via automatic transfer switches) and accelerated to rated frequency
and voltage (and then synchronized for parallel operation- if more than one generator
is determined-). The power interruption to the loads connected to the emergency
power supply will be limited to no more than 30 seconds.

2.3.4 Ma in Lo w Vo lta g e s witc h g e a r

The connection between Transformer(s) LV terminals and the generator(s) to ATS

and LV switchgears shall be XLPE insulated copper cables.

LV main distribution boards (MDB's) will be metal enclosed, free standing type,
housing incomings, outgoings ,couplers and bus-ties
circuit breakers, bottom or top entry for incoming and outgoing cables, IP 42,
600/1000V, to IEC60439.

Copper busbars are to be used; the busbar rating is the same rating of the main
circuit breaker frame size, and to have a symmetrical short circuit withstand current
equal to the nearest highest standard rating to the maximum expected short circuit
current at its location. The neutral bar is to be sized as the phase busbar. The
earthing bar is to be half size the phase busbar.

Main incoming, tie and couplers breakers of MDB's will be motorized (where
applicable & required) air circuit breakers (ACB) when sized equal to or more than
1000 Amp. Withdrawable type for more than 1250 Amp, individually mounted and
fitted with electronic solid state trip units (LSIG type) having an adjustable setting for
long time current pickup and delay, short time current pickup & delay, instantaneous
current pickup and earth fault current pickup and delay, with short circuit rating to IEC
60947-2 (service rating).ACBs installed in MDBs as incomers, couplers or tie-
breakers shall be specified 4-Pole type.

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 The outgoings of MDB‟ s will be Molded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCBs) for 800 Amp.
Or less, motorized where applicable & required, with electronic solid state trip units
(LSI type) with time / current adjustments as applicable, however and for ratings
1000 A and above ACBs shall be specified as outgoing breakers.

A digital multifunctional display unit (MFDU) shall be provided on the main incoming
section of the MDBs and connected to the controlling and monitoring system (when
found). Unit shall be microprocessor based and providing complete electrical
metering (KW, KVA, KVAR, power factor, frequency, current per phase, single and
composite phase voltage, etc.). In addition to the above MFDU, 3 analog voltmeters
and 3 analog ammeters shall be provided.
Surge arresters shall be provided on each MDB main incoming.
Minimum 10% spare capacity shall be provided at each MDB. The number of spare
compartments shall be calculated based on the active / operational breakers. Spare
compartments mean compartments equipped, for future, with circuit breakers.

Compartments shall be rated for dissipating the heat developed without forced
ventilation measures. Compartments shall be ventilated, where required, by
approved method complying with Standards.

MDBs shall be located in dedicated rooms. Clearances requested by the Codes shall
be provided in the front, rear and on the sides of the boards to permit safe operation,
inspection, testing and maintenance.

When required; Contractor will include power factor correction units within the main
distribution boards to achieve the power factor value accepted by the local power
authority (SEC) .Automatic regulation will be employed to avoid over compensation
.The effect of harmonics and resonance shall be taken into consideration while
designing the system.

2.4 UP S S ys te m s

UPS systems will be provided to maintain power supply to the critical and essential
loads in the event of power failure.

UPS units shall be “on line” type completed with all necessaries (For 30 min
unless otherwise mentioned in the documents).

UPS systems shall be provided in the suitable locations to serve the essential/critical
Loads.

For all security and data main equipment; Contractor has to –directly- equip the racks
with individual UPS units (if not already shown to be fed through UPS units in the original
drawings or not even hinted in the scope of work addendum) and to be considered as parts
of the racks themselves.

Output isolating transformer (other than the inverter transformer) is to be

installed at the end of each UPS unit for galvanic isolation.

By pass for UPS system shall be fed from the same source.

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 2.5 LV Dis trib u tio n Ne two rk

2.5.1 Dis trib u tio n & Fin a l Bra n c h P a n e l Bo a rd s a n d Fe e d e r P illa rs :

Main Distribution Boards will supply power to distribution panel boards, UPS‟ s, large
mechanical equipments (chillers, pumps, etc.), motor control centers, power factor
equipment and other electrically operated equipment.
Distribution panel boards shall be allocated to feed specific zones/load floors and will
be located inside electrical rooms and will supply power to all final branch circuit
panel boards and other electrically operated equipments (elevators, etc).

Distribution panel boards “DP” shall be metal enclosed, factory designed and
assembled, IP42, for indoor installation and,IP55, for outdoor and wet installation free
standing or wall mounted, with group mounted molded case circuit breakers on the
outgoing circuits and molded case switch on the incoming feeder, to IEC 60439.

Final branch circuit panel boards shall be located inside electrical rooms/closets and
will feed final branch circuits for lighting and convenience power outlets.

Final branch circuit Panel boards shall be metal enclosed ,factory designed and
assembled type IP 42, wall mounted, surface or flush with hinged lockable doors to
IEC 60439. Final branch circuit Panel boards shall be in general of the three phase
type with triple pole “T.P”. molded case switch having shunt trip unit on the main
incoming and with miniature outgoing circuit breakers.

Copper busbars are to be used for distribution and final branch panel boards. The
busbar rating has to be equal to at least the standard upstream frame size and to
carry 125% of the max. short circuit level at the point of applications for 1 second.
The neutral bar is to be sized as the phase busbar. The earthing bar is to be half size
the phase busbar.

Feeder pillar is to be factory-built assemblies designed, manufactured and tested in

compliance with IEC 60439, IP 65 enclosure complete with all equipment and fitting
required including but not limited to incoming and outgoing molded case circuit
breakers, contactors, photocell, and electronic timer and all necessary measurement
,control and protective devices. The feeder pillar cupper busbars are to be fully
insulated, rated 1.25 the main incoming molded case circuit breaker frame size at 50
degrees C and to carry 125% of the max. short circuit level at the point of installation.

Circuits breakers shall be in accordance with IEC 60947-2, sequence II (service

rating) for main distribution boards and distribution panel boards. Final branch circuit
panel boards will have miniature circuit breakers at the output to IEC 60898.

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 The breaking capacity of circuit breakers shall be fully rated and selected in
accordance with the nearest highest standard rating to the maximum expected short
circuit current at the breaker location.

Earth leakage protection device is to be provided as per the requirement of the

NEC/IEE in proper areas such as: Kitchen countertop surfaces, wet areas, outdoor,
garages and etc

The Contractor/manufacturer shall allow for tripping discrimination between circuit

breakers to minimize inconvenience and nuisance tripping.

The Contractor/manufacturer shall allow for a minimum of 15 % spare capacity /ways

for distribution boards and final branch panels.

2.5.2 Mo to r S ta rte rs a n d Mo to r Co n tro l Ce n te rs :

Motor control centre(s) and panel board(s) shall be provided at mechanical rooms for
the supply and control of mechanical motors.

Motor Control Centers shall be of dead front type with fixed cubicles, type Form 3b.
Each motor shall have its own individual starter cubicle. An under/over voltage relay,
phase failure relay and phase reversal relay shall be provided on the main incoming
supply to shut down all motors when the preset values are exceeded.

Direct on line starting shall be accepted for ratings below 10 H.P. Reduced voltage
start of an approved type shall apply for motors rated 10 H.P. and above. Reduced
voltage start of the open transition type shall not be acceptable.

Motors (particularly large motors) shall be designed to start sequentially to avoid

unacceptable starting surge and consequent voltage dip.

The motor control centers shall be provided with facilities for connections with
monitoring and controlling systems.

The Contractor/manufacturer shall allow for a minimum of 15 % spare capacity /ways

for motor control center and panel.

2.5.3 Dis trib u tio n , S u b d is trib u tio n Ca b le s a n d Wire s

The LV distribution and sub distribution cables shall be rated 600/1000 V, XLPE
insulated copper conductor, flame retardant, PVC sheathed and with minimum
temperature rating of 85 deg. C.

The outdoor LV cables shall be direct buried armoured cables or nonarmoured type
running in conduits. Concrete duct bank to be used when crossing roads only or as
indicated on drawings.

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 The cable distribution network shall be provided to ensure that the voltage drop from
the transformer and up to the farthest end of a branch circuit is not to exceed 5
percent.

Fire resistant cables multi-core, 600/1000V, low smoke zero halogen (LS0H) to IEC
60331, BS 6387 category CWZ and IEC 60332-1, shall be used for feeders of fire
pumps, fire alarm voice evacuation, mechanical equipment for fire control and
smoke management systems.
The final sub-circuit cables/wires for lighting and small power shall be rated 450/750
V, PVC insulated, copper conductor, flame retardant, with minimum temperature
rating of 85 deg. C. drawn in conduit or trunking as applicable.

All circuits of both lighting and power applications will be loaded to not more than 75-
80% of the actual net rated capacity of the protection circuit breakers.

2.5.4 Co n d u its , Wire wa ys a n d Re la te d Ac c e s s o rie s fo r All S ys te m s (Ele c tric a l, Lo w

Cu rre n t S ys te m s :

For “Outdoor Network”:

PVC ducts for lighting, power and low current /telecom Cable Installations are to be
non sparking type, suitable for direct burial in ground, minimum tensile strength 500
kg/cm2, impact strength 5 kg/cm2, supplied in standard 6 m lengths, with one end of
each length tapered.

Minimum Wall Thickness of the ducts are to be 3.2 mm for 100-mm ducts; 4.7 mm for
150-mm ducts. All conduits filling ratios do not exceed 40%. All necessary manholes
and handholes required for duct bank installations are to be provided in every bend
/every building entrance, manholes should be spaced not farther than 150m apart for
straight runs.

For “Indoor Network”:

Cable trays, trunking shall be hot dip galvanized steel and shall be electrically and
mechanically continuous.

Rigid heavy gauge steel conduits (hot dip galvanized) shall be used for all exposed
installations composing lighting, power, low current, communication and signal
system wiring, for wet areas, laundry, kitchen, mechanical equipment rooms,
electrical equipment rooms, workshops, storage areas and any other location / area
where there is a possibility of mechanical damage or any possibility of high humidity.

Light gauge steel conduits (EMT) to UL 797 & ANSI C 80.3 shall be used for all
exposed and above false installations in areas other than the areas listed for heavy
gauge steel conduits, toilets with anti-humidity ceiling and for all installations if false
ceiling is used as an air plenum.

Rigid heavy gauge PVC conduits to BS 4607 and BS 6099 shall be used for lighting,
power, low current, communication and signal system wiring, where embedded in the

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 slabs, walls or screed.

The Contractor shall follow the space factors in trunking and conduits as required per
the approved standards.

2.6 Lig h tin g In s ta lla tio n

Indoor lighting installations shall be designed in accordance with CIBSE

requirements.

Lighting fixtures will be selected to provide comfort light distribution and minimize
glare effects.

Final selection and distribution of lighting fixtures to be coordinated with the Architectural &
Interior designs to match with the final ceiling plans and the final furniture selections/layouts.

Generally fluorescent fixtures will be used throughout the building, except in main
operation room Fluorescent /metal halide fixtures may be used as appropriate and
applicable .Also in some specific areas decorative incandescent/ halogen lights may
be used to highlight architectural features. Lighting levels in the various areas will be
according to code recommendations as a minimum.

Fluorescent fixtures shall utilize energy efficient T8 or T5 with minimum colour-

rendering index (CRI) of 82 and 4000°K colour temperature (meanwhile; in offices
and VIP rooms; CRI not to be less than 90% and with colour Temperature of 5500-
6500°K) .Ballasts for Fluorescent fixtures shall be electronic type, high-frequency
solid state, high power factor, class A with auto resetting built-in thermal protection
and maximum total harmonic distortion (THD) of 10%.

Luminaries shall be the standard products of reputable manufacturers and shall be

the best of their respective kind. The protection class IP of all luminaries shall be
specified according to the location where they will be installed.

Lighting scheme and lamp selection shall be based on achieving recommended

illumination levels, proper color rendering and temperature for each task. Glare shall
be kept to minimum as per CIBSE recommendations through the correct selection
and positioning of luminaries.

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The following are the minimum requirements for illumination levels at the various
areas:

Are a Lu x Le ve l

Meeting Rooms 500 lux

Administration/Offices 500 lux

Corridors & Stairs 100-150 lux

Entrance/ Lobbies / waiting areas 200-300 lux

Prayer areas 200 lux

Store /Service/Support room 100-150 lux

Electric /Mech.room 200-300 lux

Servers/Telecommunication/security control rooms 500 lux

Toilet & lockers 100-150 lux

Kitchen & pantries 300 lux

Bed room 100 Lux

Rest room 150 lux

Open Outdoor Parking Areas 20 lux

Covered/Structure Parking Areas 50 lux

Lighting control means shall be provided through local lighting switches in different
offices and rooms or occupancy sensors. However in large/public spaces such as
lobbies corridors, toilets, stairs, etc; the lighting control shall be provided through
BMS, smart controlling systems, push buttons (according to the schemes required).

Escape signage (Exit and directional signs) shall be provided along all escape
routes, at change of direction and above all escape doors.

Escape routes and Life safety lighting will be selected to secure average lighting level
not less than an average of 10.8 lux at any point and not less than 1.1 lux measured
along the path of egress at floor level.

Outdoor (i.e. Road, Parking Area, Fence, range and Helipad) lighting shall be
provided with an adequate Lighting levels recommended by the approved codes/
standards in an energy efficient manner. Outdoor lighting will be controlled via

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 photocell/ timer, contactors, push buttons (external lighting control panels) or through
BMS in the way that guarantees the most efficient way for energy consuming.

Training ranges areas –when found and when required to be used for night
purposes- shall be illuminated by galvanized “high mast” - IP65- with metal halide
luminaries for better efficiency, longer lifetime, energy saving and reduction of the
number of luminaries complete with all related lighting panels and controls.

Landscape and façade lighting shall be provided and coordinated to satisfy the
Architecture site requirements.

Helipad area (when found) is to be totally designed -electrically- by the Contractor

(Regarding lighting, power, grounding, control…) to match the international standards
(Codes) and the end user requirements.

All Fluorescent and High Intensity Discharge luminaries used shall be power-factor
compensated.

2.7 Wirin g De vic e s a n d S m a ll P o we r S ys te m :

Lighting switches will be in general, grid type rated at 10A and will be quick make,
quick break, and rocker type with suitable earthing terminal.

Socket outlets, fused connection units and isolators shall be provided to serve
various fixed and portable equipment and general appliances throughout the
facilities. Duplex socket outlets will be provided where there is likelihood that
numerous equipments require plug-in points.

Equipment that requires fixed connection or heavy electric power outlets shall be
supplied by means of flexible cord, from suitable non fused disconnect switches
mounted adjacent to the equipment for maintenance purpose.

Single phase socket outlets for general convenience use will be two wires, with
grounding, rated 16 A, 250 V a.c.

Industrial type 16A, 32 A single phase and three phase socket outlets shall be
provided through out technical areas such as workshops, generator, pump room and
the like.

Switches and Socket outlets located in wet/outdoor areas will be housed in

waterproof enclosure suitable for the location and fed with power through earth

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 leakage relays.

All switches, socket outlets and any other wiring devices are to be located at easily
accessible places.

Convenience outlets shall be selected to comply with the area where installed.
Decorative accessories will be provided to match the interior design scheme, where
required.

Receptacles connected to the UPS power system shall be properly color coded/
designated.

2.8 Ea rth in g S ys te m

The earthing system shall be provided to meet all relevant requirements of SEC
Standards. The earthing system (associated with LV system) will be TN-S type as
per BS7671:2008 (IEE Regulations, 17th Edition) and in full compliance with
BS7430:1998.

The earth source will be provided at transformer substation/emergency generator

and will consist of multi-earth electrodes, earth conductors and busbars for earthing
of neutrals and enclosures of electrical equipment. Transformer neutrals will be
connected to the main earth source.

All earth electrodes will be interconnected in a loop using directly buried underground
bare copper conductor. Resistance to earth of the each earth electrode system shall
not exceed 5 Ohm.

An earth bar will be provided at the main distribution boards cubicles and will be
linked to the neutral bar using two links. Protective earth conductors will be run
separately from the earth bar of the main distribution boards to the distribution panel
boards earth bars.

A complete system of separate protective conductors will be provided in all

installations for earthing of lighting fixtures, socket outlets and other metal parts of
switches, motors and the like.

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 All non-current carrying metal parts of equipment, pumps and water pipes will be
bonded to the earthing system

Separate earthing systems will be provided for MV equipment switchgear.

A separate earthing system (clean earth) will be provided for telecommunication,

electronic and data systems. The associated earthing resistance will not exceed 0.5
Ohms, when measured independent of other systems and connected to the overall
earthing network (in the pits level) through transient clamps.

The calculation and installation of earthing system will be such as to keep „step
voltage‟ and „touch voltage‟ within safe limit.

The earthing system shall include earthing associated with the external lighting and
shall form a part of external light installations.

The metallic conduits, cable trays and cable armor shall not be used as a sole
protective conductor for any section of installations.

All earthing materials will be made of copper.

As for weapons & immunity warehouses; separate earthing systems (clean earth)
with their own electrostatic discharge devices to be provided.

2.9 Lig h tn in g p ro te c tio n s ys te m

Based on the risk assessment calculations for the buildings (to be submitted for
review and approval); complete lightning protective system shall be provided in
accordance with NFPA 780 &/ or the British Standards BS 62305 "Code of Practice
for the Protection of Structures against Lightning” and shall also comply with SEC
requirements, if any.

The roof termination network will be composed of bare annealed copper roof
conductors forming a mesh with dimensions as called for in the regulations and
connected to the down conductors .The building's steel reinforcing bars may be used
as down conductors by bonding them to the roof and earthing conductors at

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 approved intervals according to BS requirements.

The earth source will be bonded underground to the main earthing system. The earth
source will consist of multi-earth pits interconnected with bare copper and will ensure
an earth resistance less than 5 ohms.

2.10 Ele va to rs

The elevators will comply with the requirements of EN81: “Safety Rules for
Construction and installation of lifts” and all its applicable related derivatives. Lifts of
adequate capacity and speed shall be provided as per design assessment to serve
the building.

Tie-in (link) to the fire alarm system shall be provided to park the lifts on ground floor
upon receipt of a fire signal.

Lifts shall be equipped with key operated buttons as deemed necessary to guarantee
security of personnel.

The Contractor shall allow for „free fall test‟ on selected sample at each site and shall
replace worn out components resulting from this test.

Finishes of Passenger lifts will be as per coordination with the Arch/ID.

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 II. ELECTRICAL (LOW CURRENT S YS TEMS ):

In tro d u c tio n

This part of the report is intended to set out the scope of works outline specifications
and minimum technical requirements required to prepare the drawing and
installations of the low current systems in the Projects.

The detail drawings and installations of the low current systems works will be carried
out by the Contractor. The requirements and responsibilities of the contractor as well
as the deliverables required shall be the same as that outlined in the General
requirements.

The scope of telecommunication & low-current installations in the projects

Will include but not necessarily limited to the following:-

- Public Address System.

- Fire Alarm System.
- Integrated Security System.
- IP CCTV System.
- IP Access Control System.
- Buried Electromagnetic Cable Sensor.
- Security Devices.
- MATV System.
- Structured Cabling Networks.
- IP Telephony System.
- Audio/Visual .
- Data network active equipment.

Ge n e ra l

Fire alarm, detection and communication systems shall be provided where required by
NFPA101 for the different building types and occupancies .

1 LOW CURRENT/TELECOM S YSTEMS

1.1 FIRE ALARM S YS TEM

Introduction

An addressable fire alarm system shall be provided to achieve automatic fire of fire in
all areas via automatic fire alarm devices as well as manual fire reporting via
distributed manual pull stations.

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System Description

The system consists basically of the following components:

Main Fire Alarm Control Panel (MFACP)

− The MFACP shall be surface mounted and located in the main Building in
the project in specified area.
− The MFACP shall contain power supplies, data bus conductors, battery
charger and all necessary function modules and components, including
the following:
Microprocessor based, Central Processing Unit (CPU) to process all
−
system data and generate all system automatic alarm functions.
Fire alarm loops cards to covered all buildings in the project .
− Alphanumeric, backlit, Liquid Crystal Display (LCD).
− System ALARM LED indicator with alarm condition acknowledge button.
− System supervisory condition LED indicator with supervisory condition
− acknowledge button.
System trouble condition LED indicator with trouble condition
− acknowledge button.
System alarm silence button.
− System reset button.
− Emergency voice dialer for fire brigade interconnection.
− The MFACP shall be provided with battery backup capability. The
− batteries shall provide 12-hours of normal standby operation and 5
minutes of normal alarm operation at the end of the 12-hour standby
period.
The MFACP shall:
Interface with Public Address System control relays, each control relay
− module represent one Public Address zone that will be interfaced with the
− correspondent fire alarm zone as per the approved fire alarm zones.
In case of fire alarm reporting from any device within one of the fire alarm
zones, the MFACP shall initiate the corresponding zone relay module
which in turn, shall initiate a pre-recorded evacuation message via public
−
address speakers.
Interface with BMS System via control relays. The interface shall be on
the zone level (one control relay per each fire alarm zone). Through this
interface, the BMS system shall control the HVAC equipment and
− electrical panels.
The interface between the fire alarm system and BMS System may be via
software protocol (if exist).
Interface with elevators, if applicable.
− Interface with Fire fighting system via monitor modules to monitor the fire
pump, tamper switches and water flow switches.
Interface with security system (Access control).
−
Interface between the Main fire alarm panel and each Fire alarm panel in
−
each building as mentioned in Main riser diagram.

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Graphic Display Unit (GDU)

− The graphic fire command center shall provide easily recognizable site
plan and floor plan information to simplify the fire alarm system operation
and in order to direct the operator to the immediate area of interest.
− The system shall consist of Desktop computer, 19 inch color LCD monitor
and the needed software.
The system shall have the following features:
−
A graphical annunciation and control for all fire alarm devices/ points of
−
the Fire Alarm System.
Importing of drawing files.
− Extensive historical logging.
− Multiple operator level with password control.
−

System Printer

− Desktop type printer shall be provided in the main control room and it
shall print the following:
− A permanent hardcopy record of all pertinent details of system activity.
− Record all alarm, supervisory and trouble conditions.

- Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP) (number shall be according to the drawings
, BOQ and covered all buildings in the project )

− FACPs shall be used and located in the open area 24 hour (Security
room, hall,…) . The connection between the fire alarm control panels and
the MFACP shall be peer to peer connection via fiber optic cables or the
manufactured recommended.
− The FACP shall contain power supplies system, data bus conductors,
battery charger.
All necessary function modules and components shall include the
− following:

a. Solid state, microprocessor based, Central Processing Unit (CPU) to

process all system data and generate all system automatic alarm
functions.
b. Fire alarm loop cards.
c. Alphanumeric, backlit, Liquid Crystal Display (LCD).
d. System ALARM LED indicator.
e. System supervisory condition LED indicator.
f. System trouble condition LED indicator.

− The FACP shall be provided with battery backup capability. The batteries
shall provide 12-hours of normal standby operation and 5 minutes of
normal alarm operation at the end of the 12-hour standby period.
− All fire alarm control panels shall send all alarm, supervisory and trouble
actions to the main fire alarm control panel in order to achieve centralized
monitoring and control of the fire alarm system

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Fire Alarm Repeater Panel (FARP)

− Fire alarm repeater panel shall be of modular design and containing all
components of the system including solid-state electronic components,
audible and visual unit, relays and interface components, batteries and
charger and other components required for operation of system.

Addressable Smoke Detector

− An addressable photoelectric smoke detector type shall be provided. The

Photoelectric detector sensor shall provide an analogue measurement
that is digitally communicated to the fire alarm control panel. At the panel,
the data is analyzed and the average value is determined and stored. The
alarm or abnormal condition is determined by comparing the sensors
present value against its average value and time.

The addressable smoke detector shall have the following features:

− Automatic time programmable sensitivity to allow setting up sensitivity

level for different times during the day.
− Automatic environmental compensation via the fire alarm control panel.
− Sensor alarm and trouble led indication.
− The addressable smoke detector shall be supplied as a complete set with
its base. All detectors shall be supplied with a standard base type except
7% of all devices which shall be supplied with fault isolator base
according to the No. of devices and No. of loops.

Addressable Duct Smoke Detector

− An addressable duct smoke detector type shall be provided. The duct smoke
detector shall incorporate sampling tubes and housing designed for this
application.
− The addressable duct smoke detector shall be connected to the fire alarm system
loop, but it shall be provided as a complete set with control relay for connection
with BMS system as well.

Addressable Heat Detector

− An addressable Fixed Temperature/Rate of Rise Heat detector type shall be

provided. The heat detector sensor shall provide an analogue measurement that
is digitally transmitted to the fire alarm control panel. At the panel, the received
data shall be calculated to determine and store the average value. The alarm or
abnormal condition is determined by comparing the sensors presented value
against its average value and time.
The addressable heat detector shall have the following features:
− Automatic environmental compensation via the fire alarm control panel.
− Sensor alarm and trouble led indication.
− The addressable heat detector shall be supplied as a complete set with its base.
− All detectors shall be supplied with a standard base type except 10% of devices
which shall be supplied with fault isolator base.

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 − Heat detector, fixed temperature type at range from 80°C to 90°C shall be
provided for installation in diesel generator rooms.

Addressable Manual Station

− Addressable manual fire alarm station shall be provided. The manual station shall
be of a single action push type.
− When the manual station operated, the pull level latches into the alarm position
remains extended out of the housings to provide a visible indication until the
station is reset.

Addressable Control Module

− Addressable Control Modules: Shall be individually addressable control relay and

shall consist of printed circuit board with discrete circuitry for controlling one
individually addressable control relay. The control shall respond to control
signals from the Fire Alarm Control Panel.
− These control relays shall be used for interface with the BMS, lifter and Public
Address systems.

Multi-Sensor Detector

− DESIGN: two wire operation, processes and analyses information from

each sensor (photo/heat) separately using dynamic filters, with high
quality solid state electronic components, completely shielded, protected
against false alarms from EMI and RFI, and obtaining operating power
from supervisory current in detection loop.

− DETECTOR is to be analogue addressable and is to have the circuitry for

two-way communication with the FACP. Each time the detector is polled, it
is to communicate its individual address, and an analogue/digitally
encoded value corresponding to its sensitivity and status with
microcomputer processing in the control unit. Detector is to be
automatically addressed by its location in the signaling loop.

Addressable Monitor Module

− Addressable Monitor Modules: Shall be individually addressable alarm

initiating/supervisory circuit board and shall consist of printed circuit board with
discrete circuitry for monitoring normally open, dry contacts. The monitor shall
respond to polling signals from the Fire Alarm Control Panel and shall report
alarm initiating/supervisory circuit status changes to it.
− These monitor modules shall be used for interface with the fire fighting pump,
tamper switches and water flow switches.

Alarm Bell

− 6 inch size fire alarm bell including strobe light unit shall be used. The alarm bell
and strobe light unit shall operate on 12 or 24 Volt DC supplied directly from the
fire alarm control panel.

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 − The alarm bells and strobe light units shall be provided in all buildings as
mentioned in BOQ.

System Distribution Criteria

− The fire alarm system shall cover all areas with smoke detectors except the
kitchens, the buffets and the tea rooms which shall be covered by heat detectors.
− Smoke detectors shall be installed above suspended ceiling in all areas which
contains combustible materials.
− The manual pull stations shall be provided in all buildings.
− Generator rooms shall be covered with heat detectors and smoke detectors
transformer rooms power panel rooms.

System Control

The monitoring, control and operation of the fire alarm control system shall be
controlled from the main control room through the following equipment:

− Main Fire Alarm Control Panel (MFACP).

− Graphic Display unit.
− Printer

System Power

In addition to the power backup batteries used in the fire alarm systems capable to keep the
system running for 12h in standby mode and 5 minutes alarm mode (MFACP, FACPs,
Graphic Display Unit and printer), all also should be fed from the Uninterrupted Power Supply
(UPS) for 15 minutes.

Fire alarm Cabling

− Fire alarm cables shall be low smoke, zero halogens, LSOH fire resistant type to
IEC 331,332 part 1 and 3, 754 and 1034.

1.2 P u b lic Ad d re s s S ys te m

Introduction

A Public Address System shall be provided with the following features:

− Broadcasting audio materials from CD player, DVD and AM/FM Radio Tuner
− Achieve paging from paging microphones to a certain zone, group of zones or All-
Call paging via paging microphones.
− Interface with the fire alarm system to be used for voice evacuation
announcements inside and outside buildings.
Indoor type loudspeakers (mounted in fire-resistant dome) shall be distributed in
−
all areas inside buildings while outdoor type speakers shall cover all outside
areas.
The cable shall be recommended by supplier.
−

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 System Description

The public address system shall consist of the following components:

Paging Microphone

− More paging microphones shall be used; one microphone shall be located in the
main control room or the Clint recommended.
− Each paging microphone can be used to page a certain zone, group of zones or
ALL CALL paging facility.
− The paging microphone shall be a desktop type and shall comprise a
microphone, double-signal chime tone, paging button for each zone and ALL
CALL paging button.

Rack Cabinet

− A standard "19 inch" rack cabinet(s) shall be provided to house the public
address system central equipment. The rack cabinet(s) of the system shall be
located in the main equipments room in the main Building.

− The centralized public address equipment shall be installed within the rack in a
logical (signal path) sequence. Notwithstanding this requirement, equipment
requiring routing operation (e.g. switch and monitor panels) shall be located at a
convenient working height.
The rack cabinet shall be equipped with power strip unit and blower.
−

CD player and DVD

No. 1 rack-mounted CD player shall be provided with the following specifications:

− CD player with capacity of 1 CD and 1 DVD .

− Continuous repeat of a pre-programmed track selection.
− Visible display of track number and of total playing time on the inserted CD and
DVD .

AM/FM Radio Tuner

− A rack-mounted AM/FM radio tuner shall be provided. The unit shall have high
sensitivity reception performance and clear sound.
− The unit shall be equipped with display, tuning and search buttons and preset
memory buttons.
The AM / FM antenna shall be provided with the radio tuner.
−

Audio Switching Matrix

− The Audio Switching Matrix shall be provided to assign any audio input source to
any designated audio output(s) with the required priorities between inputs. The
audio switching matrix shall be a rack-mounted type.
− The Audio Switching Matrix shall have a number of audio inputs for the sound
sources, emergency message unit and paging microphones.
The Audio Switching Matrix shall have a number of audio outputs that feeds the
−
loudspeaker zones.

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 − The Audio Switching Matrix shall have a contact closure control inputs to
interface with the fire alarm system.

Power Amplifiers

− A rack-mounted power amplifier with 100V matching transformer shall be

provided to feed the speaker lines. Each public address zone shall be served by
a dedicated power amplifier.
− The power amplifier shall include the following:
− Power "ON/OFF" indicator.
− Gain control.
− The capacity of the power amplifiers shall be calculated based on ceiling
speakers operated at 6 watt and according to the type of Speaker mentioned in
the drawings and Main riser diagram.
A standby power amplifier shall be provided within the rack cabinet to replace the
− main power amplifier incase of any failure.

Speaker Lines Surveillance Unit

− A rack-mounted surveillance unit shall be used to monitor the status of the

loudspeaker lines.
− The surveillance unit shall automatically detect the following fault conditions:
− Loudspeaker line short circuit.
− Loudspeaker line open circuit.

Monitor Panel

− A monitor panel shall be provided to monitor the output of each amplifier. An

amplifier selector switch, integral loudspeaker and calibrated loudspeaker gain
control shall be provided.
− Visual monitoring with a visual meter shall be provided on the monitor panel.

Ceiling Speaker

− Cone ceiling speaker type complete with grille shall be used.

− The ceiling speaker shall be 6W RMS and complete with 100V matching
transformer.
− The ceiling speaker shall be complete with rear fire dome.

Outdoor Speaker

− Wall mounted and weather proof complete with 100V matching

transformer.
− Rated power 30 watt or as mention in the design.
− Sensitivity 101 dB (1w/1m).
− Other speaker mentioned in the drawing.

System Control

− The operation and control of the public address system shall be as following:
− The broadcasting of audio signals from the available sources like CD player or
AM/ FM Radio Tuner.

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 − Automatic broadcasting of pre-recorded evacuation message in case of fire alarm
reporting.
− Achieve Paging from the Paging microphones located in the main control room, in
the operations room building gate control room and in the entrance of operations
room building.
The following input signals shall be provided with automatic priority (lowest
−
number = highest priority):
Paging Microphone located in the main control room.
− Emergency Message Unit.
− Background music from CD player, DVD or AM/FM Radio Tuner.
−

1.3 S e c u rity S ys te m

Security system drawings

− Refer to the buildings drawings and scope of work

1.3.1 In te g ra te d S e c u rity s ys te m

− The scope shall include interfacing the security systems and devices, i.e.
the CCTV Systems, Access Control System, Intrusions Detection System,
Road Blockers, fire alarm system , fire fighting systems, and under
vehicle inspection system, etc. together in one platform software for
monitoring the status and alerts of each system.
The system shall have all required hardware and software to make a
−
complete compatibility, share information and control all security systems
and monitor life safety systems.

1.3.2 IP CCTV S ys te m

Introduction

A number of IP based CCTV cameras shall be placed within the Buildings and on the
facility fences to video surveillance of all areas in/around the facility projects. The
video recording of all cameras shall be saved in order to keep a record of all events.
Camera monitoring and control are to be via Main equipment in main Building.

System Provision

The IP CCTV System shall be provided in all project buildings as mentioned in the
drawings and Main Gate, entrances building, Fences and outdoor area in the site, ….

System Description

System utilizes different types of IP color cameras, operator workstations, video

servers, image recording equipment and application software. All cameras are
utilizing a TCP/IP interface where UTP cables are to be connected to the camera
through an RJ 45 connector. Camera UTP cables are then connected to the nearest
Low Current room where it shall be connected to the facility data network and some

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 cameras connect to the LAN network with Fiber optic cable 2 core if the distance
more than 90m from the nearest Low current room. Also, the IP CCTV Camera in Fence
connected to nearest Low current room with Cat6A cable which connected to the
LAN with single mode fiber optic .All operator workstations are connected to the data
network via UTP cable which is in turn
connected to the nearest data switch where it gets connected to facility data network.
Camera video servers are connected via UTP to nearest data switch to the Central
Control Room in main building. Each video server can handle up to 1000 fps. The
Video storage equipments shall be connected to the LAN via Ethernet interface. The
LAN shall be connected to the nearest data switch that connected to the Central
Control Room with an adequate storage capacity for minimum of 30 days period of
time continuous for all cameras with live picture of 30 frame/sec minimum and high
resolution( or as mentioned in the Project).

Operator workstations are located at main control room or some another location in
the main building also in some another building as mentioned in the addendum 1 and drawing
buildings , riser diagram or in BOQ where viewing of cameras in single and multi
screen formats is available as well as initiation of image recording as per the request
of the operator. They shall be able to monitor, record, playback and control all
cameras existing in the project.

System Distribution Criteria

Cameras are distributed as mentioned in the design drawing ,addendum

no.1 and BOQ.

1.3.3 Ac c e s s Co n tro l S ys te m

Introduction

A number of IP Access Control Panels panel with related proximity card readers,
locks and magnetic door position switches shall be placed within the buildings.
Biometric authentication (fingerprint and keypad) shall be used at computer equipment room,
data storage room and intermediate distribution frame rooms and all rooms indicated
in the drawing buildings. A system server and operator workstations shall be located
at Central Control Room for door transaction monitoring and control. All system
transactions (who, when and where) shall be logged to an event printer as well as
being recorded on hard desk located in the main Control Room for report
generations. Main and operations rooms building gate doors, road blockers and car
barriers are monitored and controlled through the Access Control System.

System Provision

The IP Access Control System shall be provided in some projects and another
projects contain the normal Access control system.

System Description

System utilizes distributed panel architecture; access control panels are distributed
within the buildings in order to be able to control access to secured areas. Each
access control panel is equipped with a number of proximity card readers with
integrated keypad, magnetic door locks and magnetic door position sensors in order
to control access to highly secured areas related to doors under control of this
particular control panel.

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 A system setup and configuration is to be done via system software by system
administrator. Cardkeys are to be issued at a central location for all authorized
personnel with related access levels corresponding to his duties and areas he is
authorized to enter, this keycard can be time, date and access level limited. An
authorized person can gain access introducing his keycard to the proximity readers
as well as entering a Personal Identification Number (PIN) related to his keycard in
order to be allowed through that particular door. All access control panels shall be
programmed via main Control Room for purpose of security, also door control and
monitoring shall be done via Central Control room. All system transactions such as
door open, close, forced open, valid card, invalid card etc. with time and date stamp
are reported to main control room where it shall be printed on an event printer and
saved on a hard desk for report generation. Access control panels are equipped with
an Ethernet interface board which leads to more system flexibility in terms of system
expansion since all communications between panels and system server is via
operations room building data network.

System Distribution Criteria

Access control system shall control and monitor doors as mentioned in the design
drawing:

System Integrations

Access control system shall be integrated within the security management system.
Access control system is to be interfaced with IP CCTV system in order to call cameras
.on particular monitors in case of any access control event. Moreover the access
control system is interfaced with the fire alarm system in order to automatically
release specific doors in case of confirmed fire alarm status, interface criteria is to be
advised by building management.

1.4 TV S ys te m

Introduction

The MATV system shall be applied in some project and some project Appling the IPTV
system

1.4.1 MATV S ys te m

Introduction

System Provisions

The MATV system shall be applied in the project and system can be serve at least
30 channel TV Satellite from three satellite at least Nile sat, Arab sat and Hot bird sat
or (as mentioned in each project) ,one head end located in the main building in the
project and connect all other buildings with Head end by coaxial cable and Amplifier
and Tap off as per mentioned in riser diagram buildings and scope of work.

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 S ys te m De s c rip tio n

MATV Head-End

- The Head-end contains equipment for:

 Receivers Set Tap Box (STB).

 Combiners.
 Tap off
 Modulator.
 Software management

- End-to-End Solution shall provide key pieces, such as:

System Components

- The MATV system shall be consists of:

 Dish Farm
 Off-Air broadcast Receivers
 Coaxial cable
 Splitter Amplifier
 Tap off.
 Distributions amplifier
 Splitter.
 TV RF outlet.

Dis h Farm

Dish Farm consists of three satellite Dishes 1.8 m diameter. Aligned to Arab sat, Nile
sat and Hot bird sat, Each dish has a quad LNB installed and the LNB outputs
connect to the receivers‟ head-ends using coaxial cablesRG11. Dishes shall be connected
to head end station (RF) via coaxial cables (4 cables for every LNB).

He a d En d

The head end equipment shall receive the TV channel (RF) from the receiving dishes
in digital form.
The head end equipment shall receive, demodulate, modulate channels and combine
Channels.

Off-Air Re c e ive rs

The Off-Air Receiver subsystem shall be responsible for converting the RF signal,
received from the satellite LNB, to receivers.

Set-top Boxes

Set top box shall be installed in the head End and combine the out in the coaxial
cable to send the other building

System Distribution Criteria

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 - A Dish Farm that includes (3) satellite dishes which shall be aligned to
Arabsat, Niles at and Hot bird or as Clint recommended.

- The head-end shall provide 30 Free-To-Air TV channel services or (as

mentioned in each project).
- Head-End equipment shall be installed as shown in the drawings.

System Requirements

- The MATV system shall be based on the coaxial Network distribution. The
solution is not dependent on specific company‟ s network hardware in order to
deliver analog and digital Television. However, there are some network
requirements, the solution must be carefully designed, tested, and staged to
ensure the infrastructure can sustain the traffic necessary to deliver video.

1.4.2 IP TV S YS TEM (if exist):

IPTV (Internet Protocol Television) is a method used for distributing television signals
over an IP network. The selected range of TV channels is delivered to the property from
the service provider either as a satellite or digital multicast streamed signal. At this point
the streamed IP channels are fed to the network core switch and from there distributed
to network outlets through the property via the building LAN.

The LAN design will be scaled to manage all required number of channels and will be
capable of future expansion.

As the IPTV is a networked service, IP encoded television signals can be made

available at any network point, however it is normal practice to segregate IPTV
onto a VLAN and dedicated outlets would be provided for IPTV system.

The IPTV server shall be located in the Server Room.

IPTV System shall consist of:

− IPTV client workstation

− Digital Content Manager (DCM)
− HD Encoders
− SD Encoders
− Network Management System
− Set-Top Boxes
− Dish antennas
Fed horns and LNB's
−
1.1.1 IP TV SYSTEM

IPTV (Internet Protocol Television) is a method used for distributing television signals over an IP
network. The selected range of TV channels is delivered to the property from the service
provider either as a satellite or digital multicast streamed signal. At this point the streamed IP
channels are fed to the network core switch and from there distributed to network outlets
through the property via the building LAN.

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 The LAN design will be scaled to manage all required number of channels and will be capable of
future expansion.

As the IPTV is a networked service, IP encoded television signals can be made available
at any network point, however it is normal practice to segregate IPTV onto a VLAN and
dedicated outlets would be provided for IPTV system.

The IPTV server shall be located in the Server Room.

IPTV System shall consist of:

− IPTV client workstation

− Digital Content Manager (DCM)
− HD Encoders
− SD Encoders
− Network Management System
− Set-Top Boxes
− Dish antennas
Fed horns and LNB's
−

1.5 S tru c tu re d c a b lin g s ys te m

Introduction

- There are structured cabling networks:

Network: Data/IP telephony and security systems as mentioned in the

building drawings and in Main riser diagrams in the project Also, the
contractor shall prepare the Structure cabling system drawings in some
projects according to the scope of work in addendum No.1 and BOQ.

- Structured cabling shall be comprised of copper and fiber technology, and

shall follow the star topology concept that is implemented in the networking
criteria.
- Future proof multi mode fiber optic backbone shall be accommodated to
support the current and future requirements and single mode fiber optic cable.
Also, a Copper CAT 6 A cable solution shall be available to support latest
technology requirements.
ALL projects shall contain CAT6A copper cables .
Compliances

The Infrastructure Cabling System complies with TIA/EIA 568B standards and
Saudi Telecom Company.

System Description

Each structured cabling network shall consist of the following:

- Main communication cabinets including fiber optic and copper patch panels.

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 - Horizontal communication cabinets including fiber optic and copper patch
panels.
- Backbone fiber and copper cables.
- Horizontal copper cables.
- Work area outlet RJ 45.
- All Project shall contain a separate Network (Passive and Active equipments) for national
information Center( NIC)(except some projects contain More two network).

1.6 IP Te le p h o n y S ys te m

In tro d u c tio n
IP telephony is the utilization of data network infrastructure (LAN) to transport
telecommunication transactions including, telephone calls, faxes and messages.

IP Telephony depends on existing data network infrastructure, yet facilitates higher

redundancy and availability, ease of installation, administration, and maintenance,
enormous application capabilities and significantly cost saving and lower total cost of
network ownership and positive return on investment.

One project only contain the traditional telephone system , IDF. The
contractor shall follow up the scope of work of each project in addendum no.1 and
BOQ.

1.6.1 S ys te m P ro vis io n s

The IP Telephony System shall be applicable on all facilities buildings in the projects
see the drawing, Addendum no.1 and BOQ.

1.6.2 S ys te m De s c rip tio n

The IP Telephony system shall have the following features and facilities at least :

- IP extensions, referred to as Directory Number (DN)

- Music on Hold service

- Background Music

- Call Conferencing service

- Operator Console

- PSTN Digital trunks connectivity

- Flexible DID services

- Corporate Directory

- Call Waiting Notification

- Voice Mail Box

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 - Auto Attendant

- Scheduled Access Restriction

- Automatic Line Selection

- Call Party Name Display

In addition to the above, shall have the following advance features:

- Call Features: hold, conferencing, and transfer, forward, redial, and speed dial, Do
Not Disturb (DND), etc.

- Enhanced telephone set features: Ring tone and volume control, call log for
received, dialed and missed calls, hands-free, Microphone mute, etc.

- Flexible Call Restrictions

Note that Saudi Telecom Company (STC) business interface, application, and
installation up to Main Equipment room in main Building are the contractor responsibility. Connecting
and
installing the interfaces of those trunks with the IPT system shall be contractor
responsibility also, including the interface equipment. Th e Co n tra c to r shall pay the total
cost required from STC.

1.6.3 S ys te m Co m p o n e n ts o f IP Te le p h o n y

The system shall be based on the IP telephony model and shall include the following
components:

- Control and signaling equipment (Call Server or Call manager).

- Basic IP phone set shall be equipped for all telephony ports (Entry Level )
- Senior Level office –Type IP Phone
- Executive and office-type IP phone
- Voice Gateway based on E1‟ s digital technology

- Voice mail system

- Attendant console

- Analogue terminal adaptor for faxes connectivity

- Voice digital recording

1.6.4 IP Te le p h o n e s e ts

Three types of telephone sets shall be used for this scope:

- Basic telephone set with limited features (Entry level).

- Senior level telephone sets

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 - VIP and Manager telephone set shall with touch screen facility.
- one project only contain Analog Sets as mention in the addendum and
BOQ.

1.6.5 Vo ic e Ga te wa y

The site shall be equipped with dual voice gateway in order to provide voice
connectivity through digital E1‟ s interface trunks interface to the STC for off-campus
telephone calls.

1.6.6 Vo ic e m a il

The Voice mail service shall be provided for 100% of the total users of telephone
sets.

1.6.7 Atte n d a n t Co n s o le

The project shall be equipped with one attend console system, which supports all
traditional features.

Analogue Terminal Adaptor

Analog terminal adaptor (ATA) shall provide analogue type connectivity through IP
multi services network. The ATA shall support Fax application. The distribution of the
ATA units shall be finalized during the project construction..

Solution Capacity

The System Capacity shall be according to the no. of users and design requirement. And able to
extension 25% from total users.
System Control

The services shall be controlled through a software program that shall facilitate the
required administration, day-to-day operation and add-on, maintenance, and
alarming.

1.7 IP Da ta Ne two rks

1.7.1 In tro d u c tio n

The model that we are considering is the two layer architecture models or three layer to simplify
network design, implementation and management for the projects buildings.

Some projects contain two Data network or more the contractor shall follow up the scope of
work and BOQ of each project.

1.7.2 S ys te m P ro vis io n s

The network IP Data Network System shall be provided to the main Building and all
buildings in the projects as per mentioned in the drawing, scope of work and BOQ buildings.

1.7.3 S ys te m De s c rip tio n

This network should secure different department‟ s application. It is consider the main
solution for connecting the secure active ports.

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1.7.3.1 S ys te m c o m p o n e n ts

This network shall be based on the hierarchy of three layers: Access layer,
distribution layer and Core layer. The Edge switches are Layer–1 fixed configuration
switches and the distribution switches are second layer and core switches are third
layer. (Some project contain Access layer and Core layer only).

The number of active ports in each IT closet shall be based on the design drawing, scope of work,
BOQ
and as approved prepare drawings by contractor. The Edge switch that shall be
used is a fixed configuration switches 24 10/100/1000 ports or 48 10/100 ports with 2 Gigabyte
uplink to the backbone switches, as per port
distribution requirements. The backbone switches shall be high performance
modular switches that support a variety of modules, like Ethernet Gigabit.
The Secure IP data network provides Ethernet connectivity and switching for all
connected ports. Core, distribution and Access switches shall maintain QoS
performance for all provided services based on type of service and class of service.
Different security techniques can be used to guarantee network security, such as
VLAN and Access Control Lists. The secure IP data network operation can be
monitored, managed, and reported via the LAN centralized management system.

This network shall be used to connect the IP telephony system and internet
connectivity ports.

The IP data network shall be considered the main network for connecting the IP
telephony sets/ Internet PCs. This requires a complete available, manageable, and
secure solution.

The Edge switches shall offer Power over Ethernet (PoE) that deliver DC power to IP
telephone sets. The modular Backbone switches shall support a variety of network
modules, like Ethernet Gigabit.

The IP data network shall provide Ethernet connectivity and switching for all
connected ports. The Core , distribution and Access switches shall maintain QoS
performance for all provided services based on type of service and class of service.
Also, this network is responsible to serve IP Low current systems (CCTV, access
control, BMS if exist , etc.).

1.8 Au d io /Vis u a l a n d vid e o c o n fe re n c e s ys te m s

Audio Visual system shall utilize as mention in the Design drawings and BOQ , The
system shall be intelligent control system to distribute Audio/ Visual sources to
display units .

The equipment shall be consists of Audio/ visual sources , DVD players , VCRs,
Double auto revere cassettes , Video Projector with automatic lift, Motorized large
screens, Mixer Preamplifiers , Computer Interface, speaker ………..

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1.9 Fiber Sensor cable on the Fence:
Fiber Optic Intrusion Monitoring System (FOIMS) shall be installed along project
fence (or fences) surrounding the project area (or areas). The system shall be used
to detect any attempt to climb, to cut, or to dig under the fence neighboring activities.
Distribution of fiber optic sensing cables along the fence shall be as per fence
architectures and structures.

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