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SCHEDULE - B

(See Clause 2.1)

DEVELOPMENT OF THE PROJECT HIGHWAY

1 Development of the Project Highway

Development of the Project Highway shall include design and construction of the Project
Highway as described in this Schedule-B and in Schedule-C. The alignment plans of the
Project Highway are specified in Annex-III of Schedule A and shall be deemed to be part
of this Schedule B. The proposed profile of the project highway as indicated in the Annex-
III of Schedule A shall be treated as an approximate assessment. Based on site/design
requirement specified in Schedule-D, the Contractor shall design the alignment plans and
profiles of the project highway with approval from Authority Engineer within the available
Right of Way.

2 Specifications and Standards

The Project Highway shall be designed and constructed in conformity with the
Specifications and Standards specified in Annex-I of Schedule-D.

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Annexure-I
(Schedule – B)

Description of the Project

Construction of four-lane Greenfield Amritsar connectivity for Connection of

Amritsar with Delhi-Amritsar-Katra Expressway from Junction with Kapurthala –
Sultanpur Lodhi road (NH-703A) near Isharwal village ch.24+000 to MDR Junction
at ch. 40+900 Dhunda Village on EPC mode under Bharatmala Pariyojna in the state
of Punjab.

1. Construction of Project Highway

1.1 The Project Highway shall follow the alignment shown in the plan and profile specified in
Annex III of Schedule-A, unless otherwise specified by the Authority. Notwithstanding
anything to the contrary contained in this Agreement or IRC:SP:99-2013, the proposed
profile of the project highway as indicated in the Annexure-III of Schedule-A shall be
treated as an approximate assessment. The Contractor shall design the alignment plans
and profiles of the project highway based on site/design requirement mentioned in
Schedule D with approval from the Authority’s Engineer within the available Right of Way.
The same shall not constitute a change of scope, save and except any variations arising
out of a change of scope expressly undertaken in accordance with the provision of Article
13.

1.2 Width of carriageway

1.2.1 Four-lane divided carriageway shall be undertaken. The paved carriageway shall be
provided as indicated below and referred to in paragraph 2.8 of this Schedule–B and
Annex –I of Schedule–D.

1.2.2 There is no built-up area as the alignment passes through greenfield.

1.2.3 Except as otherwise provided in this Agreement, the width shall be adjusted to fit into
appropriate plans and cross sections developed in accordance with TCS enclosed.

1.2.4 Except as otherwise provided in this Agreement, but subject to provisions of Annex –I of
this Schedule–B, the width of the paved carriageway shall conform to Section 1.2.1 of
Schedule B.

1.2.5 The entire cross-sectional elements shall be accommodated in the available/proposed

ROW. If required, suitable retaining structures shall be provided to accommodate the
highway cross section within the available/ proposed ROW and the same shall not
constitute a Change of Scope, save and except any variations in the length arising out of
a Change of Scope expressly undertaken in accordance with the provisions of Article 13.
Note:
a) In addition to width of paved carriageway mentioned in clauses above, additional
lane/lanes shall be given as acceleration/deceleration lane and taper for Loops/Ramps to
the required length shall be provided at interchange locations as per Specifications.

b) In addition to width of paved carriageway mentioned in clause above, at RE wall and

Retaining wall locations the width of paved carriageway including paved shoulder and
edge strip shall be as given in the corresponding TCS.

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2.0 Geometric design and general features

2.1 General
Geometric design and general features of the Project Highway shall be in accordance
with Section 2 of the IRC: SP:99-2013.

2.2 Design speed

The design speed shall be the ruling/minimum design speed specified in Clause 2.2 of
the IRC: SP:99-2013.

2.3 Improvement of the existing road geometrics

In the following stretches, where improvement of the existing road geometrics to the
prescribed standards is not possible, the existing road geometrics shall be improved to
the extent possible within the given right of way and proper road signs and safety
measures shall be provided:

Proposed Chainage (in km) Type of

S. No. Remarks
Start End Deficiency

Nil

2.4 Right of Way

Details of the Right of Way are given in Annex II of Schedule-A.

2.5 Type of shoulders

The shoulder specification shall be as per Section 2 and Section 5 of IRC: SP:99-2013.
The shoulder on the outer side (on either side of the carriageway) shall be 3m wide paved
+ 2m earthen. The shoulder composition is as follows:
a) The compositions and specification of the paved shoulder and edge strip shall be as
that of the main carriageway.
b) The earthen shoulder shall be provided with 200 mm thick layer of granular material
for protection against erosion.

2.6 Service Roads/Slip Roads/Connecting Roads

Service Roads/ Slip Roads shall be constructed at the locations and for the lengths
indicated below:

Location of Service Right Hand

Roads/Slip Roads Side
Sl. (Design Chainage in Length
(RHS)/Left Remarks
No. Km) (m)
Hand Side) or
From To Both Sides
A Slip Road
Entry and Exit Approach with Slip Roads for Way Side
Amenities mentioned in Schedule C Section 2.4.1 (A) to Access to Wayside
be provided as per Appendix C -1 with proper Amenities
acceleration and Deceleration lanes.

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Location of Service Right Hand

Roads/Slip Roads Side
Sl. (Design Chainage in Length
(RHS)/Left Remarks
No. Km) (m)
Hand Side) or
From To Both Sides
B Connecting Roads
1 24+600 24+900 RHS 300 -
2 24+900 25+040 LHS 140 -
3 25+180 25+300 LHS 120 -
4 26+370 26+600 RHS 230 -
5 26+870 27+000 RHS 130 -
6 28+600 29+050 LHS 450 -
7 28+900 29+200 RHS 300 -
8 29+640 29+880 RHS 240 -
9 35+000 35+150 LHS 150 -
10 36+600 36+750 RHS 150 -
11 39+480 39+650 LHS 170 -
12 39+870 39+970 RHS 100 -

Note:

1. Above length of the service/ slip/ connecting roads is indicative and minimum specified.
The actual length of the service/ slip/ connecting roads shall be determined by the
Contractor in accordance with the IRC: SP:99-2013 requirements with approval from the
Authority’s Engineer. Any increase in the length specified in this Clause of Schedule-B
shall not constitute a Change of Scope, save and except any variations in the length
arising out of a Change of Scope expressly undertaken in accordance with the provisions
of Article 13.

2. The realignment of existing track to the SVUP/LVUP/Flyover outside the PROW and
connecting roads between consecutive underpasses wherever required as per plan &
profile uploaded with bid document and specified in Annex III of schedule A is to be
constructed by the contractor as per site requirement in consultation with Authority
Engineer and the same would not constitute any change of scope.

3. Length of service roads given in above table excludes length across the project
Expressway for proper connectivity of cross roads on either side of project expressway
as given in the alignment plan enclosed at Annex-III, Schedule-A which shall be deemed
to be included in the scope of work.

4. Width of connecting road shall not be less than the existing road and in no case less than
as specified in paragraph 2.12.3 of IRC:SP:99-2013.

5. Entry and exit approaches with slip road shall be provided for all way side amenities
mentioned in Schedule C with proper acceleration / deceleration lane. The structures

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falling within these stretches shall also be constructed and the same shall not constitute
a Change of Scope.

2.7 Grade separated structures

2.7.1 Grade separated structures shall be provided as per paragraph 2.13 of the IRC: SP:99-
2013. Proposed levels at structure locations as shown in plan & profile specified in Annex
III of schedule A are only for guidance and any changes in levels shall not constitute any
change of scope. The requisite particulars are given below:

SVUP

Span Width of
Design Deck
Sl. Type of Arrangement Skew Open
Chainage Configuration
No. structure (Clear opening) Angle median
(In Km) (m)
(m) (m)
1 28+621 RCC BOX 1x7x4.5 0 deg 2x13.75 19.5
2 29+822 RCC BOX 1x7x4.5 0 deg 2x13.75 19.5
3 35+150 RCC BOX 1x7x4.5 0 deg 2x13.75 19.5
4 39+649 RCC BOX 1x7x4.5 0 deg 2x13.75 19.5

LVUP

Width
Span
Deck of
Sl. Chainage Type of Type of Arrangement Skew
Configuration Open
No. (in Km) Crossing Structure (Clear angle
(m) Median
opening) (m)
(m)
Georgepur RCC
1 24+903 1x12x4.5 0 2x13.75 19.5
BT road BOX
Kalru BT RCC
2 26+981 1x12x5.5 35 2x13.75 19.5
road BOX
Tibba -
RCC
3 30+588 Amnipur 1x12x4.5 15 2x13.75 19.5
BOX
BT road
Tibba -
RCC
4 31+356 Bidhipur 1x12x4.5 20 2x13.75 19.5
BOX
BT road
Bhainin
RCC
5 34+244 Husekhan 1x12x4.5 0 2x13.75 19.5
BOX
BT road
Fateh Ali
RCC
6 36+745 Khanwala 1x12x4.5 0 2x13.75 19.5
BOX
BT road

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VUP

Width
Deck of
Sl. Chainage Type of Type of Clear Skew
Configuration Open
No. (km) Crossing Structure Span(m) angle
(m) Median
(m)
Dera
RCC I
1 27+804 Saadwaal 1X20 15 2x13.75 19.5
Girder
BT road
Talwandi
Tibba PSC I
2 31+821 1x20 45 2x13.75 19.5
Boolpur BT Girder
road
Mangupur
Talwandi RCC I
3 33+168 1X20 0 2x13.75 19.5
Choudhrian Girder
BT road
Dhunda
RCC I
4 39+954 Khakh BT 1X20 15 2x13.75 19.5
Girder
road

FLYOVER

Width
Deck
Sl. Chainage Type of Type of Clear Skew of Open
Configuration
No. (km) Crossing Structure Span(m) angle Median
(m)
(m)
NIL

INTERCHANGE

Design Width of
Deck
S. Chaina Type of Type of Clear Skew Open
Configur Remarks
No. ge Crossing Structure Span(m) Angle Median
ation (m)
(Km) (m)

Nil

STRUCTURE AT LOOP AND RAMPS

Total
Width
length
Clear Deck of
Sl. Chainage Connecting Structure Skew C/C of
Span Configuration Open
No. (Km) Roads Type Angle Exp.
(m) (m) Median
Joint
(m)
(m)
Nil

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DETAILS OF LOOP AND RAMP:

Minimum lane configurations of Loops / Ramps for each interchange are as follows:

Interchange
Ramp
No Lane Length TCS
/Loop Description
& Chainage Configuration (km) Type
No
(Km)

Nil

Note:

1. The minimum vertical clearance of all LVUP and SVUP structures shall be as mentioned
in tables above.

2. The minimum vertical clearance of all VUP, VOP, Fly-over and Interchange structures
shall be 5.5m.

3. Wherever liquefaction is observed in Open foundation and Raft Structures, Ground

improvement shall be done to compact the soil to increase its penetration resistance and
satisfy clause 8.4.4 (v) of IRC114.

4. Project Expressway is proposed to be constructed to four lane configuration with provision

for widening to Eight-lane configuration in future. As such, superstructure of all the
structures mentioned above is to be designed for edge movement of the vehicle
considering stitching of new superstructure in future due to widening for additional lane.

5. Special vehicle loading is to be considered in Design of structures.

6. Since the subject project is Access Controlled, therefore, Congestion factor is not to be
considered in calculation of live load.

7. The realignment of existing track to the SVUP/LVUP/Flyover outside the PROW and
connecting roads between consecutive underpasses wherever required as per plan &
profile uploaded with bid document and specified in Annex III of schedule A is to be
constructed by the contractor as per site requirement in consultation with Authority
Engineer and the same would not constitute any change of scope.

8. Any other structures falling within acceleration / deceleration lane /taper length of the
interchanges shall be constructed to the required width within the scope of work. This
shall not be treated as change of scope, save and except any variations arising out of a
Change of Scope expressly undertaken in accordance with the provisions of Article 13.

9. The length of loops and ramps are minimum and likely to get changed as per site
requirement. Any change as per site requirement may not constitute change of scope,
save and except any variations in the length arising out of a Change of Scope expressly
undertaken in accordance with the provisions of Article 13.

10. The width of Paved Carriageway for the loops and ramps of the interchanges shall be
minimum as given in TCS. However, where toll plaza has to be constructed, the width of
Paved Carriageway shall be as per the width of toll plaza lane configuration given in
Schedule C including taper length as per manual.

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11. The lane configuration and width of all structures shall be as per respective paragraph of
this schedule.

12. The above lengths are tentative and minimum specified without acceleration /
deceleration lane and taper length. The acceleration / deceleration lane and taper shall
be constructed as per Schedule D.

2.8 Typical Cross Section of Project Highway

Sr. Design TCS

Length Description
No. Chainage No.
From To
Typical cross section for 4 lane (2x2) for
1 24+000 24+285 285 ROB/Flyover/VUP approach (Emb height above 6A
4.5m) with depressed median

Typical cross section for 4 lane (2x2) for

2 24+285 24+897 612 7
LVUP/SVUP approach with depressed median

Typical cross section for 4 lane (2x2) at

3 24+897 24+909 12 MJB,MNB,LVUP/SVUP location with depressed 2
median

Typical cross section for 4 lane (2x2) for

4 24+909 25+645 736 7
LVUP/SVUP approach with depressed median

Typical cross section for 4 Lane (2x2) for plain &

5 25+645 25+930 285 1
rolling terrain with depressed median

Typical cross section for 4 lane (2x2) at

6 25+930 25+940 10 MJB,MNB,LVUP/SVUP location with depressed 2
median

Typical cross section for 4 Lane (2x2) for plain &

7 25+940 26+490 550 1
rolling terrain with depressed median

Typical cross section for 4 lane (2x2) for

8 26+490 26+592 102 7
LVUP/SVUP approach with depressed median

Typical cross section for 4 lane (2x2) at

9 26+592 26+619 27 MJB,MNB,LVUP/SVUP location with depressed 2
median

Typical cross section for 4 lane (2x2) for

10 26+619 26+975 356 7
LVUP/SVUP approach with depressed median

Typical cross section for 4 lane (2x2) at

11 26+975 26+987 12 MJB,MNB,LVUP/SVUP location with depressed 2
median

Typical cross section for 4 lane (2x2) for

12 26+987 27+395 408 7
LVUP/SVUP approach with depressed median

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Sr. Design TCS

Length Description
No. Chainage No.
From To
Typical cross section for 4 lane (2x2) for
13 27+395 27+794 399 ROB/Flyover/VUP approach (Emb height above 6A
4.5m) with depressed median
Typical cross section for 4 lane (2x2) at
14 27+794 27+814 20 MJB,MNB,LVUP/SVUP location with depressed 2
median
Typical cross section for 4 lane (2x2) for
15 27+814 28+618 804 ROB/Flyover/VUP approach (Emb height above 6A
4.5m) with depressed median
Typical cross section for 4 lane (2x2) at
16 28+618 28+625 7 MJB,MNB,LVUP/SVUP location with depressed 2
median

Typical cross section for 4 lane (2x2) for

17 28+625 29+819 1194 7
LVUP/SVUP approach with depressed median

Typical cross section for 4 lane (2x2) at

18 29+819 29+826 7 MJB,MNB,LVUP/SVUP location with depressed 2
median

Typical cross section for 4 lane (2x2) for

19 29+826 30+582 756 7
LVUP/SVUP approach with depressed median

Typical cross section for 4 lane (2x2) at

20 30+582 30+594 12 MJB,MNB,LVUP/SVUP location with depressed 2
median

Typical cross section for 4 lane (2x2) for

21 30+594 30+641 47 7
LVUP/SVUP approach with depressed median

Typical cross section for 4 lane (2x2) at

22 30+641 30+679 38 MJB,MNB,LVUP/SVUP location with depressed 2
median

Typical cross section for 4 lane (2x2) for

23 30+679 31+350 671 7
LVUP/SVUP approach with depressed median

Typical cross section for 4 lane (2x2) at

24 31+350 31+362 12 MJB,MNB,LVUP/SVUP location with depressed 2
median
Typical cross section for 4 lane (2x2) for
25 31+362 31+811 449 ROB/Flyover/VUP approach (Emb height above 6A
4.5m) with depressed median
Typical cross section for 4 lane (2x2) at
26 31+811 31+831 20 MJB,MNB,LVUP/SVUP location with depressed 2
median
Typical cross section for 4 lane (2x2) for
27 31+831 32+280 449 ROB/Flyover/VUP approach (Emb height above 6A
4.5m) with depressed median

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Sr. Design TCS

Length Description
No. Chainage No.
From To
Typical cross section for 4 lane (2x2) for
28 32+280 32+665 385 ROB/Flyover/VUP approach (Emb height below 6B
4.5m) with depressed median
Typical cross section for 4 lane (2x2) for
29 32+665 33+158 493 ROB/Flyover/VUP approach (Emb height above 6A
4.5m) with depressed median
Typical cross section for 4 lane (2x2) at
30 33+158 33+178 20 MJB,MNB,LVUP/SVUP location with depressed 2
median
Typical cross section for 4 lane (2x2) for
31 33+178 33+750 572 ROB/Flyover/VUP approach (Emb height above 6A
4.5m) with depressed median

Typical cross section for 4 lane (2x2) for

32 33+750 34+238 488 7
LVUP/SVUP approach with depressed median

Typical cross section for 4 lane (2x2) at

33 34+238 34+250 12 MJB,MNB,LVUP/SVUP location with depressed 2
median

Typical cross section for 4 lane (2x2) for

34 34+250 35+147 897 7
LVUP/SVUP approach with depressed median

Typical cross section for 4 lane (2x2) at

35 35+147 35+154 7 MJB,MNB,LVUP/SVUP location with depressed 2
median

Typical cross section for 4 lane (2x2) for

36 35+154 35+485 331 7
LVUP/SVUP approach with depressed median

Typical cross section for 4 Lane (2x2) for plain &

37 35+485 36+075 590 1
rolling terrain with depressed median

Typical cross section for 4 lane (2x2) for

38 36+075 36+739 664 7
LVUP/SVUP approach with depressed median

Typical cross section for 4 lane (2x2) at

39 36+739 36+751 12 MJB,MNB,LVUP/SVUP location with depressed 2
median

Typical cross section for 4 lane (2x2) for

40 36+751 37+290 539 7
LVUP/SVUP approach with depressed median

Typical cross section for 4 lane (2x2) at

41 37+290 39+400 2110 MJB,MNB,LVUP/SVUP location with depressed 2*
median

Typical cross section for 4 lane (2x2) for

42 39+400 39+646 246 7
LVUP/SVUP approach with depressed median

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Sr. Design TCS

Length Description
No. Chainage No.
From To
Typical cross section for 4 lane (2x2) at
43 39+646 39+653 7 MJB,MNB,LVUP/SVUP location with depressed 2
median
Typical cross section for 4 lane (2x2) for
44 39+653 39+944 291 ROB/Flyover/VUP approach (Emb height above 6A
4.5m) with depressed median
Typical cross section for 4 lane (2x2) at
45 39+944 39+964 20 MJB,MNB,LVUP/SVUP location with depressed 2
median
Typical cross section for 4 lane (2x2) for
46 39+964 40+885 921 ROB/Flyover/VUP approach (Emb height above 6A
4.5m) with depressed median
Typical cross section for 4 lane (2x2) for
47 40+885 40+900 15 ROB/Flyover/VUP approach (Emb height below 6B
4.5m) with depressed median

* From 37+290 to 39+400 is the proposed Cable Stayed Bridge Location; for exact
details refer to GAD.

Typical Cross sections are attached in Appendix B-1.

Note: TCS schedule as given above shall be treated as an approximate assessment. Actual
length of the TCS schedule shall be prepared by the contractor based on detailed
investigations and site requirements. Any variation in length of respective TCS specified
in Schedule B shall not constitute a change of scope, save and except any variations in
the length arising out of a change of scope expressly undertaken in accordance with the
provisions of Article 13

3. Intersections and grade separators

All intersections and grade separators shall be as per Section 3 of the IRC: SP:99-2013.
Properly designed intersections shall be provided at the locations and of types and
features given in the tables below:

(a) At-grade intersections: NIL

(b) Grade separated intersection with/without ramps

The grade separated intersection shall be provided as specified in paragraph 2.7 of

Annexure-I of schedule B.

Note:

(i) Type of Junction to be improved as per IRC:SP:99-2013 and MOST type design for
intersection on National Highways, 1992.

(ii) Any other junction not mentioned above but observed during the construction of the
project shall be improved as per IRC:SP:99-2013 requirements. The same shall not
constitute a Change of Scope, save and except any variations arising out of a Change of

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Scope expressly undertaken in accordance with the provisions of Article 13. However,
since the project is access controlled, any additional SVUP/LVUP/VUP at crossroad
location not provided for in the Schedule B but required during the execution of work will
be dealt under the provisions of Article 13.

(iii) The contractor shall take up ‘Detailed Engineering study’ to ascertain further details of all
intersections and treatment of the intersections shall be designed in accordance with the
latest guidelines mentioned out in section-3 of IRC:SP:99-2013. The same shall not
constitute a Change of Scope, save and except any variations arising out of a Change of
Scope expressly undertaken in accordance with the provisions of Article 13.

(iv) Junction improvement under grade separators shall be carried out as per IRC IRC:SP:99-
2013 with proper entry/exit to cross roads and slip/service roads.

(v) Location and span arrangement of grade-separated structures are indicative. Exact
location may be decided in consultation with Authority Engineer. Any Change in span
arrangement shall not be treated as change of scope, save and except any variations in
the length arising out of a Change of Scope expressly undertaken in accordance with the
provisions of Article 13.

4 Road embankment and cut section

4.1 Construction of new road embankment/cuttings shall conform to the Specifications and
Standards given in section 4 of the IRC: SP:99-2013 and the specified cross-sectional
details.

Notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained in this Agreement or IRC: SP:99-2013,

the proposed profile of the project highway as indicated in the Annex-III of Schedule A
shall be deemed to be part of this Schedule B and shall be treated as an approximate
assessment. Based on site/design requirement specified in Schedule-D, the Contractor
shall design the alignment plans and profiles of the project highway within the available
Right of Way.

4.2 Raising of the existing road: NIL

5 Pavement design

5.1 Pavement design shall be carried out in accordance with Section-5 of the IRC: SP:99-
2013 and IRC 37 & IRC 58.

5.2 Type of pavement

a) The pavement shall be long-life perpetual flexible pavement for the main carriageway
including paved shoulders for the entire length of project highway and loop/ramps at
interchange locations.

b) For connecting road/Service road/Slip Road and access road to wayside amenities,
flexible pavement shall be proposed.

c) Rigid Pavement shall be provided at Toll Plaza location.

5.3 Design requirements

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5.3.1 Design Period and strategy

(a) Perpetual flexible pavement shall be constructed for the main carriageway including
paved shoulders for the entire length of project highway and loop/ramps at
interchange locations. Perpetual flexible pavement shall be designed for a minimum
design period of 50 years and minimum sub grade CBR of 12.

(b) For slip/ service roads including access to wayside amenities and interconnecting
roads to VUPs/ LVUPs/ SVUPs, flexible pavement shall be provided for minimum
10 MSA traffic and subgrade CBR of 12 while pavement for improvement of Cross-
roads beneath the interchange locations shall be designed for minimum 50 MSA
traffic.

(c) Rigid pavement shall be provided at proposed toll plazas/toll booths. Rigid pavement
shall be designed for a design period of 30 years.

(d) Stage construction shall not be permitted.

5.3.2 Recommended Pavement Design and Design Traffic

Notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained in this Agreement or the IRC:SP:99-
2013, the Contractor shall design the pavement of main carriageway including paved
shoulder, loop ramp at interchange locations as long life perpetual pavement for
minimum effective subgrade CBR of 12. The pavement for connecting/service/slip road/
Approaches to VOP’s shall be designed for minimum design traffic of 10 MSA while
pavement for improvement of Cross-roads beneath the interchange locations shall be
designed for minimum 50 MSA traffic. The pavement at toll plaza shall be designed by
the Contractor as rigid pavement.

In order to meet the intended functional requirement of respective pavement layers as

well as compaction of heavy bituminous layers on main carriageway, the minimum
thickness of respective pavement layers for main carriageway, interchanges, toll plaza
and connecting/ service/slip road shall, however, in no case be less than as given below.

Main carriageway and Loops, Ramps of Interchanges including paved shoulders

Minimum Minimum Crust

Pavement
Pavement layer Effective layer thickness
Type
Subgrade CBR (mm)
Stone Matrix Asphalt (SMA) as
50
Wearing course
Bituminous base course Perpetual 250
12
Flexible
Non-bituminous base course 150
Sub-base course 200

Note: Bituminous Base Course shall be laid in three layers with bottom fatigue and bending
resistant bitumen rich DBM Gr-II layer of thickness not less than 70mm.

Connecting/Service/slip road/ /Cross Roads at Interchange/Grade Separator (Flexible)

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Minimum Crust
Pavement Minimum Effective
Pavement layer layer thickness
Type Subgrade CBR
(mm)
Bituminous Concrete (BC) as
40
wearing Course
Dense Bituminous Concrete 12 50
Flexible
Wet Mix Macadam 250

Sub-base Course (GSB) 200

Toll Plaza

Minimum Crust
Pavement Composition Pavement Type
Thickness (mm)
Pavement Quality Concrete (PQC) 300
Dry Lean Concrete (DLC) Rigid 150
Granular Sub-base (GSB) 200

Note: (i) De-bonding interlayer of polythene sheet having a minimum thickness of 125 micron is
recommended separation layer between DLC and PQC.
(ii) Pavement for improvement of Cross-roads beneath the interchange locations shall be
designed for minimum 50 MSA traffic.

5.4 Reconstruction of stretches

The following stretches of the existing road shall be reconstructed. These shall be
designed as new pavement.

S. Design Chainage
Remarks
No. From To
Nil

6 Road side drainage

Drainage system including surface and subsurface drains for the Project Highway shall
be provided as per Section 9 of the IRC:SP:99-2013. Lined and Unlined Drains (except
at ROB location) which gets terminated at all cross road locations shall be provided in
the entire project corridor as per the TCS referred in paragraph 2.8 of the Annex-I of
Schedule B and Annex-I of Schedule D.

7 Design of structures

7.1 General

7.1.1 All bridges, culverts and structures shall be designed and constructed in accordance with
section-6 of the IRC: SP:99-2013 and shall conform to the cross-sectional features and
other details specified therein. Project Highway is proposed to be constructed to four lane
configurations with provision for inner-side widening to eight-lane configuration in future.
As such, superstructure of all bridges, culverts and structures is to be designed for edge
movement of the vehicle considering stitching of new superstructure in future due to
widening for additional lane. Special vehicle loading is to be considered in Design of

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structures. Since the subject project is Access Controlled, Congestion factor is not to be
considered in calculation of live load.

7.1.2 Width of the carriageway of new bridges and structures more than 60.0 m length having
carriageway width less than 7.5m shall be as follows:

Width of carriageway and cross-sectional

S. No. Bridge at Km
features
Nil

7.1.3 The following structures shall be provided with footpaths:

S. No. Design Chainage (Km) Remarks

Nil

7.1.4 All bridges shall be high-level bridges.

7.1.5 The following structures shall be designed to carry utility services specified in table below:

S. No. Design Chainage (Km) Utility service to be carried Remarks

All Bridges to be Designed to carry Utility Services

7.1.6 Cross-section of all structures including new culverts and bridges at deck level for the
Project Highway shall conform to the typical cross-sections given in section 6 of the IRC:
SP:99-2013 and TCS in Para 2.8 of Annex-I of this Schedule B.

7.2 Culverts

7.2.1 The minimum Overall width of all culverts shall be equal to the roadway width of the
approaches.

7.2.2 Reconstruction of existing culverts:

The existing culverts at the following locations shall be re-constructed as new culverts:

Proposed
Sl. No. Culvert location Span/Opening Total Width (m) Remarks, if any*
(m)
Nil

7.2.3 Widening of existing culverts:

All existing culverts at the following location which are not to be reconstructed shall be
widened.

Sl. Type, span, height and width Repairs to be carried out

Culvert location
No. of existing culvert (m) [specify]
Nil

7.2.4 New culverts (given in table below) shall be constructed for width equal to the roadway

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width of the Project Highway & as per typical cross-section given in the TCS specified in
Para 2.11 and alignment plan. The details are given as under:

Proposed Span
S. No. Design Chainage Type of structure TCS type
(m)
1 24+073 RCC BOX 1x6x4 6A
2 24+640 RCC BOX 1x2x2 7
3 25+190 RCC BOX 1x4x3 7
4 25+457 RCC BOX 1x6x4 7
5 25+800 RCC BOX 1x2x2 1
6 26+558 RCC BOX 1x4x3 1
7 26+850 RCC BOX 1x2x2 7
8 27+310 RCC BOX 1x2x2 7
9 27+642 RCC BOX 1x4x3 6A
10 28+240 RCC BOX 1x2x2 6A
11 29+045 RCC BOX 1x6x4 7
12 29+500 RCC BOX 1x2x2 7
13 30+230 RCC BOX 1x4x3 7
14 30+930 RCC BOX 1x4x3 7
15 31+550 RCC BOX 1x2x2 6A
16 32+350 RCC BOX 1x2x2 6B
17 32+600 RCC BOX 1x4x3 6B
18 32+720 RCC BOX 1x2x2 6A
19 32+945 RCC BOX 1x4x3 6A
20 33+400 RCC BOX 1x4x3 6A
21 33+840 RCC BOX 1x4x3 7
22 34+510 RCC BOX 1x4x3 7
23 34+800 RCC BOX 1x2x2 7
24 35+580 RCC BOX 1x2x2 1
25 35+800 RCC BOX 1x2x2 1
26 36+125 RCC BOX 1x2x2 7
27 36+400 RCC BOX 1x2x2 7
28 36+980 RCC BOX 1x2x2 7
29 40+250 RCC BOX 1x2x2 6A
30 40+531 RCC BOX 1x4x3 6A
31 40+790 RCC BOX 1x2x2 6A

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7.2.5 Culverts at Loop and Ramps:

Sl. Design Type of Proposed

TCS type Location
No. Chainage structure Span (m)
Nil

7.2.6 In addition to above new culverts, additional 17 (Seventeen no. of Pipe culverts of 1200
mm (min) diameter shall be provided across the expressway for local canal/ field canal/
utility crossings as per site requirement. Location for such culverts shall be finalized in
consultation with Authority Engineer and NHAI.

7.2.7 Repairs/replacements of railing/parapets, flooring and protection works of the existing

culverts shall be undertaken as follows:

Existing Span Arrangement

Overall Type of
Sl. Design Span
Structure No of Width Repair
No. Chainage Type length
Number Spans Required
(Km) (m) (m)
Nil

7.2.8 Floor protection works shall be as specified in the relevant IRC Codes and Specifications.

7.2.9 In case of culverts proposed for widening/repair as per details in Clause 7.2.3 above, the
same shall be re-constructed if the design shows that these are unsafe for design loads.
No change of scope shall be considered in such cases.

Note:

1. The overall width of the above culverts shall be equal to Roadway width only (excluding
median). In case of connecting road culvert also to be provided in the gap between main
carriageway & connecting road and connecting road. In cases of the culverts with
fill, culvert to be provided though out Roadway width and median width. Any additional
length required as per site conditions shall not constitute a Change of Scope.

2. Any additional Barrel length required as per site conditions shall not constitute a Change
of Scope, save and except any variations arising out of a Change of Scope expressly
undertaken in accordance with the provisions of Article 13.

3. Location of the above culverts are indicative and span arrangement is minimum specified.
Exact location of these culverts shall be decided in consultation with Authority Engineer.
The actual vent way/span arrangements of culverts shall be determined on the basis of
detailed investigations by the Contractor in accordance with the Specifications and
Standards. Any variations in vent way/span arrangements specified in this Schedule-B
shall not constitute a Change of Scope, save and except any variations in the length
arising out of a Change of Scope expressly undertaken in accordance with the provisions
of Article 13.

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7.3 Bridges

7.3.1 Existing bridges to be re-constructed/widened

The existing bridges at the following locations shall be re-constructed/widened: Nil

7.3.2 New bridges

New bridges at the following locations on the Project Highway shall be constructed. GADs
for the new bridges are attached in the drawings folder.

(i) Special structures: Project alignment crosses Beas River at Km 38+285 which has been
declared as Beas River Conservation Reserve by the Punjab State Government and cable
stayed bridge as detailed below (no construction of obstruction to flow of the river is
allowed as the location is identified Dolphin breeding ground) has been proposed at the
crossing of Beas River as per Environmental Clearance granted by MoEF&CC and
Wildlife Clearance proposal under consideration of the Wildlife Authorities for approval.
The cable stayed span detailed below is the minimum span requirement agreed upon by
the Wildlife Authorities and may increase as per the final approval of the concerned
authorities. Copy of the wildlife proposal under consideration of the concerned authorities
has been uploaded alongwith the bid documents and mitigation measures as stipulated
in the approval granted by the wildlife authorities shall be executed in toto. No change in
scope shall be applicable in case of increase in span length as per approval granted by
the wildlife authorities. Details of the proposed span arrangement are as under:

Design Span Deck

Sl. Type of
Chainage Arrangement Skew Configuration Remarks
No. Structure
(In Km) (m) (m)

Cable stayed in
Bridge on
bridge portion
6x60+1x300+ Beas river
and PSC Box 37m including
1 38+285 1x700+1x300+ 00 and its
girders in median
9x50 flood
approach
plains
viaduct.

Being specialized cable stayed structure, properly designed Structure Health

Monitoring Equipments for real time health monitoring shall be installed on the Bridge at
locations mentioned in the drawing and as per the details given below.

S. No. Description Quantity

1 Strain Gauge 278
2 Triaxial Joint Meter 2
3 Vibrating Wire Sensor Node 278
4 Vibrating Wire Portable Read Out 1
5 Tiltmeter 10
6 Optical Displacement Sensor with Triaxial Tiltmeter for distance 8
monitoring between pier to pier
7 Automatic Weather Station 1
8 Force Balance Accelerometer 30
9 Corrosion Gauge 24
10 Global Navigation Satellite System 4

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S. No. Description Quantity

11 Load cell at strands 120
12 Load cell at Anchorage 120
13 Real Time Health Monitoring Software 1
14 Digitizer for accelerometer 1

Note: The type, number and location of health monitoring equipments specified herein
above are minimum specified. The actual type, number and location of health monitoring
equipments shall be determined by the Contractor as per Schedule D and best industry
practices with the approval of Authority’s Engineer. Any variation in type, number and
location of health monitoring equipments specified in this clause of Schedule B shall not
constitute a Change of Scope, save and except any variations arising out of a Change of
Scope expressly undertaken in accordance with the provisions of Article 13.

(ii) Major Bridges:

Width Remarks
Design Span Deck of
Sl. Type of
Chainage Arrangement Skew Configuration Open
No. Structure
(In Km) (m) (m) median
(m)
Nil

(iii) Major Bridges cum VUP (OVER IRRIGATION CANALS):

Width Remarks
Design Span Deck of
Sl. Type of
Chainage Arrangement Skew Configuration Open
No. Structure
(In Km) (m) (m) median
(m)
Nil

(iv) Major Bridges cum LVUP (OVER IRRIGATION CANALS):

Width Remarks
Design Span Deck of
Sl. Type of
Chainage Arrangement Skew Configuration Open
No. Structure
(In Km) (m) (m) median
(m)
Nil

(v) Major Bridges cum SVUP (OVER IRRIGATION CANALS):

Width Remarks
Design Span Deck of
Sl. Type of
Chainage Arrangement Skew Configuration Open
No. Structure
(In Km) (m) (m) median
(m)
Nil

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(vi) Minor Bridges (OVER RIVERS/ STREAMS/ NALLAS):

Width
Design Span Deck of
Sl. Type of
Chainage Arrangement Skew Configuration Open Remarks
No. Structure
(In Km) (m) (m) median
(m)
1 25+935 1x10 (clear) 33 RCC Box 2x13.75 19.5 Nalla
PSC I
2 26+606 1x27.189 25 2x13.75 19.5 Nalla
Girder
PSC I
3 30+660 1x38.45 16
Girder
2x13.75 19.5 Nalla

(vii) Minor Bridges (OVER IRRIGATION CANALS):

Width Remarks
Design Span Deck of
Sl. Type of
Chainage Arrangement Skew Configuration Open
No. Structure
(In Km) (m) (m) median
(m)
Nil

(viii) Minor Bridge cum VUP (OVER IRRIGATION CANALS):

Width of
Design Span Deck
Sl. Type of Open Remark
Chainage Arrangeme Skew Configura
No. Structure median s
(In Km) nt (m) tion (m)
(m)
Nil

(ix) Minor Bridge cum LVUP (OVER IRRIGATION CANALS):

Width
Design Span Deck of
Sl. Type of
Chainage Arrangement Skew Configuration Open Remarks
No. Structure
(In Km) (m) (m) median
(m)
Nil

(x) Minor Bridge cum SVUP (OVER IRRIGATION CANALS):

Width
Design Span Deck of
Sl. Type of
Chainage Arrangement Skew Configuration Open Remarks
No. Structure
(In Km) (m) (m) median
(m)
Nil

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Note:

1. The minimum vertical clearance from Cross road in case of all Major/Minor Bridge Cum
SVUP /LVUP structures shall be 4.50 m.

2. The minimum vertical clearance from Cross road in case of all Major /Minor Bridge cum
VUP structures shall be 5.5m.

3. The Deck level of the Major/Minor Bridge on River stream and Nalla should be governed
by HFL of stream/Navigational HFL and Clearance as per guidelines of Inland Waterways
Authority of India, wherever applicable.
4. The Deck level of the Major/Minor Bridge on canal should be governed by Full supply
level of Canal.

5. The span arrangements and vertical clearance are tentative and the same shall be
followed as per approved GAD by the concern Irrigation Authority and any change shall
not be treated as change in scope of work.
6. Wherever liquefaction is observed in Open foundation and Raft Structures, Ground
improvement shall be done to compact the soil to increase its penetration resistance and
satisfy clause 8.4.4 (v) of IRC114.
7. Project Expressway is proposed to be constructed to four lane configuration with provision
for widening to Eight-lane configuration in future. As such, superstructure of all bridges,
culverts and structures except specalised structures is to be designed for edge movement
of the vehicle considering stitching of new superstructure in future due to widening for
additional lane.
8. Special vehicle loading is to be considered in Design of structures.

9. Since the subject project is Access Controlled, therefore, Congestion factor is not to be
considered in calculation of live load.

(xi) Viaducts (OVER GAS/OIL PIPELINES):

Width
Design Span Deck of
S. Skew Type of
Chainage Arrangement Configuration Open Remarks
No. Angle Structure
(Km) (m) (m) median
(m)
Nil

7.3.3 The railings of existing bridges shall be replaced by crash barriers at the following locations:
Nil

7.3.4 Repair/replacements of railing/parapets of the existing bridges shall be undertaken as

follows: Nil

7.3.5 Drainage system for bridge decks

An effective drainage system for bridge decks shall be provided as specified in paragraph
6.12 of the IRC: SP:99-2013

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7.3.6 Structures in marine environment: Nil

7.4 Rail-road bridges

7.4.1 Design, construction and detailing of ROB/RUB shall be as specified in section 6 of the
IRC: SP:99-2013

7.4.2 Road over bridges (road over rail) shall be provided at the following locations, as per GAD
drawings attached:

Proposed Span Name of Deck

Sl. Design Skew Type of
Arrangement crossing Configuration Remarks
No. Chainage angle structure
(m) (m) (m)
Nil

Note:
1. The minimum vertical clearance of all ROB structures shall be 6.550m.

2. Wherever liquefaction is observed in Open foundation and Raft Structures, Ground

improvement shall be done to compact the soil to increase its penetration resistance and
satisfy clause 8.4.4 (v) of IRC114.

3. Project Expressway is proposed to be constructed to four lane configuration with provision

for widening to Eight-lane configuration in future. As such, superstructure of all bridges,
culverts and structures is to be designed for edge movement of the vehicle considering
stitching of new superstructure in future due to widening for additional lane.

4. Special vehicle loading is to be considered in Design of structures.

5. Since the subject project is Access Controlled, therefore, Congestion factor is not to be
considered in calculation of live load.

7.4.3 Road under bridges (road under railway line) shall be provided at the following level
crossings, as per GAD drawings attached: Nil

7.5 Grade separated structures

The grade separator shall be provided as specified at para 2.7 of Annex-I of Schedule B

7.6 Repairs and strengthening of Bridge/Structures

The existing structures to be repaired/ strengthened, and the nature and extent of repairs
strengthening required: Nil

7.7 List of Major Bridges and Structures

The following is the list of the Major Bridges and Structures:

Sl. No. Name of the Structure Total Numbers

1 ROB 0
2 Interchange 0
3 Flyover 0
4 Special Structure 1

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Sl. No. Name of the Structure Total Numbers

5 Major Bridge 1
6 Major Bridge cum LVUP 0
7 Major Bridge cum SVUP 0
8 Major Bridge cum VUP 0
9 Minor Bridge 3
10 Minor Bridge cum LVUP 0
11 Minor Bridge cum SVUP 0
12 Minor Bridge cum VUP 0
13 VUP 4
14 LVUP 6
15 SVUP 4
16 Viaduct 0
17 Culvert 31
18 Structures on Loops of Interchange (MNB & VUP) 0
19 Culverts on Loops of Interchange 0
20 Additional culverts 17
Total 67

8. Traffic control devices and road safety works

8.1 Traffic control devices and road safety works shall be provided in accordance with Section
10 of the IRC: SP:99-2013.

(a) Traffic Signs:

Traffic signs include roadside signs, overhead signs and curb mounted signs along the
entire Project Highway.

(b) Pavement Marking:

Pavement markings shall cover road marking for the entire Project Highway.

(c) Safety Barrier:

Thrie beam metal crash barriers shall be provided in entire length on outer side earthen
shoulder of each main carriageway and Loops/ Ramps of interchanges as per TCS
referred to in this Schedule-B but excluding stretches covered by bridges/structures and
reinforced earth/ retaining walls, where concrete crash barriers shall be provided as
specified in Schedule B

8.2 Sheeting shall be provided in accordance with section 10.2.5 of the IRC: SP:99-2013.

9. Roadside furniture

9.1 Roadside furniture like km/Hectometer Stones, Railings, Traffic Impact Attenuators,
Delineators shall be provided in accordance with the provisions of Section 10 and Section
12 of IRC: SP:99-2013 and Traffic Signage plan as indicated in Annexure-III of Schedule-
A and deemed to be part of this Schedule-B.

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S. Project Facility Location Design Requirements

No.
Traffic Signs and
1 Entire length of project road As per Schedule D
Pavement Markings
Kilometer and 200m
2 Entire length of project road As per Schedule D
stones
Horizontal curves of project
3 Road side Delineators As per Schedule D
road

9.2 RCC boundary wall shall be provided along the entire length on either side (including
transverse requirements at structure locations) in accordance with typical drawing
enclosed with bid document.

9.3 Traffic Signs (excluding overhead signs at Toll Plaza). Traffic sign boards as per details
given below shall be provided in the project highway as per the road signage plan
indicated in Annexure-III of Schedule-A which shall be deemed to be part of this Schedule-
B

Sl. No. Type of Sign

1 One Way Object Hazard Marker (OHM)

2 Two Way Object Hazard Marker (OHM)
3 Height restriction (Regulatory Sign)
4 Speed Limit Signs (Regulatory Sign)
5 Merging Traffic Ahead (Cautionary Sign)
6 Compulsory Keep Left Sign (Regulatory Sign)
7 Compulsory Ahead Sign (Regulatory Sign)
8 U-Turn Prohibited Sign (Regulatory Sign)
9 Give way sign (Regulatory Sign)
10 Chevron Marker (At Curves)
11 Triple Chevron Marker (At roundabout)
12 Reassurance Sign (Direction & Place Identification Sign)
13 Roundabout Sign (Cautionary Sign)
14 Left/ Right Hand Curve (Cautionary Sign)
15 Expressway Route Marker Sign
16 Entry/ Exit Expressway Sign (Information Sign)
17 End of Expressway Sign
18 Map type Advance Direction Sign
19 Flag type Advance Direction Sign
20 Advance Direction Sign on ROB Viaduct Superstructure
21 Advance Directional Sign (Overhead Cantilever/ Gantry)
22 Rest Area Information Sign (Overhead Cantilever/ Gantry)
23 Slogan Gantry

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Note: The type, numbers and location of Traffic Signages shown in Traffic Signage plan as
indicated in Annexure-III of Schedule-A are tentative and minimum specified. The actual
numbers and location of Traffic Signages shall be determined by the Contractor in
accordance with the IRC:SP:99-2013 requirements with approval from the Authority’s
Engineer. Any variation in the number and type of road sign boards specified in this
Clause of Schedule-B shall not constitute a Change of Scope, save and except any
variations arising out of a Change of Scope expressly undertaken in accordance with the
provisions of Article 13. Adequate signs for toll plaza shall be provided as given in this
schedule and manual.

10. Compulsory Afforestation

Minimum 7830 no. of trees are required to be planted by the contractor as compensatory
afforestation in accordance with IRC:SP:99-2013 keeping in view IRC:SP:21-2009. Any
increase in no. of trees shall not be treated as change of scope, save and except any
variations arising out of a Change of Scope expressly undertaken in accordance with the
provisions of Article 13

11. Hazardous Locations

The safety barriers shall also be provided at the following hazardous locations as per site
requirement in consultation with the NHAI/Authority Engineer and in accordance with the
provisions of IRC:SP:99-2013.

12. Retaining Wall/ Breast Wall

Retaining walls and protection works shall be provided at locations as indicated below
and as provided in TCS schedule in cl. 2.8 of schedule-B.

Sl. Design Chainage (Km)

Length (m) Side Remarks
No. From To
Nil

RE Wall

Sl.
Design Chainage Length (m) Side
No.
From To
1 24+000 24+285 285 Both Sides
2 27+395 27+794 399 Both Sides
3 27+814 28+618 804 Both Sides
4 31+362 31+811 449 Both Sides
5 31+831 32+280 449 Both Sides
6 32+665 33+158 493 Both Sides
7 33+178 33+750 572 Both Sides
8 39+653 39+944 291 Both Sides
9 39+964 40+885 921 Both Sides

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Note: Above length and height of Retaining wall/ Reinforced Earth Wall is tentative and
minimum specified. The actual length and height of Retaining wall/ Reinforced Earth Wall
shall be determined by the Contractor in accordance with the IRC: SP:99-2013
requirements with approval from the Authority’s Engineer. Any variation in the length and
height specified in this Clause of Schedule-B shall not constitute a Change of Scope, save
and except any variations in the length arising out of a Change of Scope expressly
undertaken in accordance with the provisions of Article 13.

13. Special Requirement for Hill Roads Nil

14. Diversion of Irrigation Canal/ Drain/Field channel

Contractor shall shift the Irrigation canal/ drain/field channels at the locations detailed
below for construction of project highway. The typical cross-section of the proposed canal/
local stream is enclosed at appendix B-2 for reference.

Sl. No. Design Chainage (Km) Side Length (m) Remarks

From To
Nil

Note: The actual cross-section of canal/ stream to be shifted and extent of such shifting (length)
shall be determined by the Contractor as per the site/ design requirement with approval
of concerned irrigation authority & Authority’s Engineer. Any variation in the cross-section
and length specified in this Clause of Schedule-B shall not constitute a Change of Scope,
save and except any variations in the length arising out of a Change of Scope expressly
undertaken in accordance with the provisions of Article 13.

15. Embankment Protection

In addition to slope protection at Bridges/ ROBs/ Flyover/ Underpasses & Chute Drain
locations, Road embankment shall be protected for complete stretch by providing suitable
protection measure except above mentioned locations

Sl. Design Chainage (Km)

Length (m) Side Remarks
No. From To
Nil

Note: Above length of protection measure for embankment protection is tentative and minimum
specified. The actual length of boulder pitching shall be determined by the Contractor in
accordance with the IRC: SP:99-2013 requirements based on site investigations with
approval from the Authority’s Engineer. Any variation in the length specified in this Clause
of Schedule-B shall not constitute a Change of Scope, save and except any variations in
the length arising out of a Change of Scope expressly undertaken in accordance with the
provisions of Article 13.

16. Rainwater Harvesting

As per Ministry of Environment and Forests Notification, New Delhi dated 14.01.1997 (as
amended on 13.01.1998, 05.01.1999 & 6.11.2000), the construction of rain water
harvesting structure is mandatory in and around Water Crisis area, notified by the Central
Ground Water Board. Accordingly, the provision of rainwater harvesting shall be provided

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at every 500m in the entire project length and shall be executed as per requirement of
IRC SP: 42-2014 and IRC SP: 50-2013.

17. Shifting of Utilities

Shifting of obstructing existing utilities indicated in Schedule A to an appropriate location

in accordance with the standards and specifications of concerned Utility Owning
Department is part of the scope of work of the Contractor. The bidders may visit the site
and assess the quantum of shifting of utilities for the project before submission of their
bid. Copy of utility relocation plan is enclosed. The specification of concerned Utility
Owning Department shall be applicable and followed.

Note I:

A. The type/spacing/size specifications of poles/towers/lines/cables to be used in shifting

work shall be as per the guidelines of Utility Owning Department and it is to be agreed
solely between the Contractor and the Utility Owning Department. No change of scope
shall be admissible and no cost shall be paid for using different
type/spacing/size/specifications in shifted work in comparison to those in the existing work
or for making any overhead crossings to underground as per requirement of Utility Owning
Department and/or construction of project highway. The Contractor shall carry out joint
inspection with Utility Owning Department and get the estimates from Utility Owning
Department. The assistance of the Authority is limited to giving forwarding letter on the
proposal of Contractor to Utility Owning Department whenever asked by the Contractor.
The decision/approval of Utility owning Department shall be binding on the Contractor.

B. The supervision charges at the rates/charges applicable of the Utility Owning Department
shall be paid directly by the Authority to the Utility owning Department as and when
Contractor furnishes demand of Utility Owning Department along with a copy of estimated
cost given by the latter.

C. The dismantled material/scrap of existing Utility to be shifted /dismantled shall belong to

the Contractor who would be free to dispose-off the dismantled material as deemed fit by
them unless the Contractor is required to deposit the dismantled material to Utility Owning
Department as per the norms and practice and, in that case the amount of credit for
dismantled material may be availed by the Contractor as per the estimate agreed between
them.

D. The utilities shall be handed over after shifting work is completed to Utility Owning
Department to their entire satisfaction. The maintenance liability shall rest with the Utility
Owning Department after handing over process is complete as far as utility shifting works
are concerned.

Note II- Copy of Utility shifting plans enclosed as Annexure-II to Schedule B.

18. Change of Scope

The length of structures and bridges specified hereinabove, except for special structure
over Beas River and structures over existing water bodies like ponds, lakes etc. shall be
treated as an approximate assessment. The proposed span arrangement of structures
excluding special structure over Beas River may be changed based on innovative design
of structure, latest construction techniques and aesthetics of structures. Actual lengths of

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structures and bridges excluding special structure over Beas River as required on the
basis of detailed investigations shall be determined by the Contractor in accordance with
the Specifications and Standards. Existing water bodies like ponds, lakes etc., which are
to be preserved from environment impact mitigation point of view, shall be bridged to the
extent of full ponding level at peak rainy season as per requirement of EMP submitted to
MoEF at the time of Environmental Clearance. Any variations in the lengths specified in
this Schedule-B shall not constitute a Change of Scope, save and except any variations
in the length arising out of a Change of Scope expressly undertaken in accordance with
the provisions of Article13

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Appendix-B1

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Appendix-B-1

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Appendix B-2

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(Schedule B-1) OF TREES

1. The felling of trees shall be carried out by the Contractor. The details of No of
Trees are as follows:

Sr. Description Unit Quantity Location/stretch

No (LHS/RHS)

A Felling of Trees Nos. 783 783

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