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MEP Standards

The document outlines the Standard Method of Measurement (SMM) for Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) in India, highlighting the Delhi Schedule of Rates (DSR) and IS 1200 series as primary references. It also mentions the use of client-specific standards in private projects and the integration of measurement methods into software tools. Additionally, it briefly discusses the international SMM7 standard used in the UK and Commonwealth countries, which categorizes work by elements but is being replaced by NRM.

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MEP Standards

The document outlines the Standard Method of Measurement (SMM) for Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) in India, highlighting the Delhi Schedule of Rates (DSR) and IS 1200 series as primary references. It also mentions the use of client-specific standards in private projects and the integration of measurement methods into software tools. Additionally, it briefly discusses the international SMM7 standard used in the UK and Commonwealth countries, which categorizes work by elements but is being replaced by NRM.

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🇮🇳 Standard Method of Measurement in India (MEP QS)

📘 1. DSR – CPWD Standard (India)

 Document: Delhi Schedule of Rates (DSR) issued by CPWD (Central Public Works
Department).
 Used For: Public sector and government projects.
 Applicability to MEP: Limited. Mostly civil; however, MEP items are often measured
in custom schedules or annexures.

📘 2. IS 1200 Series – Indian Standard for Measurements

 Relevant Parts for MEP:


o IS 1200 Part VIII – Measurement of Steel Works
o IS 1200 Part XIII – Measurement of Water Supply, Sanitary, and Drainage
Works
o IS 1200 Part XV – Measurement of Electrical Works
 Use: Widely followed in Indian government and private projects for measurement rules
and BOQ formats.
 Unit Norms: Based on IS measurement units like Rmt, Sq.m, Nos, etc.

📘 3. Client/Consultant Specific SMM

 Private Projects: Use consultant-defined standards or hybrid methods based on IS 1200


with practical adaptations (e.g., for HVAC ducting, plumbing stacks, or electrical BMS
cabling).
 Software Support: Often integrated into software like CCS Candy, BuildSmart, Excel,
or ERP modules.

🌍 International Standards for Measurement (MEP QS)


📘 1. SMM7 – Standard Method of Measurement 7th Edition (UK)

 Published by: RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors)


 Used In: UK and Commonwealth countries, mostly for building works including MEP.
 Approach: Divides work by elements (e.g., Mechanical Installations, Electrical
Installations).
 Note: SMM7 is largely superseded by NRM in the UK now.

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