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Rate analysis: WC commode, low level cistern
Short answer
The rate per set includes WC pan Rs 4,500, low-level cistern Rs 3,800, flush pipe, cement, sand, bricks, labour and 15% overhead. Total = Rs 14,691.25 per set.
Prepare an analysis of rate for supplying and fixing a W.C. commode (pan) with low level cistern per number (per set).
Basis
Rate analysis for supplying and fixing one W.C. commode (pan) with a low-level cistern, complete with flush pipe, fixing and testing. Quantities follow the DUDBC-style norm for sanitary fixtures; the rates are illustrative (replace them with the District Rate): cement Rs 900/bag, sand Rs 2,500/m³, brick Rs 15 each, skilled labour Rs 1,200/day, unskilled Rs 900/day.
Analysis (per set / number)
| Description | Qty | Unit | Rate (Rs) | Amount (Rs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Material: W.C. commode / pan (ceramic) | 1 | no. | 4,500.00 | 4,500.00 |
| Low-level cistern (ceramic/PVC, 10-12 L) with fittings | 1 | no. | 3,800.00 | 3,800.00 |
| Flush pipe, bend and connection | 1 | set | 500.00 | 500.00 |
| Cement (for bedding and fixing) | 0.5 | bag | 900.00 | 450.00 |
| Sand | 0.03 | m³ | 2,500.00 | 75.00 |
| Bricks (bedding) | 30 | nos. | 15.00 | 450.00 |
| Screws, clamps, bolts, putty (misc.) | 1 | L.S. | 300.00 | 300.00 |
| Labour: plumber (skilled) | 1 | md | 1,200.00 | 1,200.00 |
| Labour: mason (skilled) | 0.5 | md | 1,200.00 | 600.00 |
| Labour: helper (unskilled) | 1 | md | 900.00 | 900.00 |
| Sub-total (materials + labour) | 12,775.00 | |||
| Contractor's overhead and profit | 15% | 1,916.25 | ||
| Total | 14,691.25 |
Answer: Rate of W.C. commode with low-level cistern = Rs 14,691.25 per set (about Rs 14,690), excluding 13% VAT.
Steps in the work: the commode (pan) is bedded on a 1:4 cement mortar bed over brick filling, the trap is connected to the soil pipe, the cistern is fixed on the wall with brackets at low level, the flush pipe is connected, the joints are sealed, and the unit is tested for flushing and leaks.
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