REPAIR / MAINT OF 02 NOS STPs INCLUDING CONNECTED ITEMS OF WORKS AT MIL STN PITHORAGARH.

Amount

DESCRIPTION OF ITEMS

Dewatering and pumping out of existing accumulated sludge from Bar sreen chamber at STP by using external sewage disposal pump set to near by sewage disposal drain and cleaning of tank by scrapping with wire brush or any other means of on walls and bottom of tank and removing the sludge/ slits/ sand/fungus etc deposited inside the sumps/ tanks with buckets and depositing where directed followed by cleaning with bleaching water solution and fresh water and finally applying one coat of snow cem on internal and external surfaces including writing "Tank Cleaned (date) and due date with 10 Cm size white colour letter" on Black back ground on external walls complete all as specifoed and direted. Note :- (i) Contractor is to arange own diesel pump T&P etc for cleaning purpose and minor spares and cunsumable like small screws washers cleaning agents consumable etc is deemed to be included in the cost the unit rate quoted deemed to be include all safety precaution to be taken while working in STP. Contd...

(ii) The accumulated/ deposied sludge after drying shall be disposed off out side the defence land to a distance excceding 1.5KM and not exceding 5.00 KM from the STP cost of which shall be deemed to inclusive in the quoted rate and nothing extra shall be paid on this account. (iii) Before commencement of work necessary arangement for disposal of sewage/ sludge be made and work to be caried out in fast pace by developing more man power at STP in Order to complete the work at the earliest. (iv) cleaning of sludge shall be carried out 2 times with internal of the mouth each cleaning shall be measured as one each job.

Dewatering and pumping out of existing accumulated sludge from Equilization tank at STP by using external sewage disposal pump set to near by sewage disposal drain and cleaning of tank by scrapping with wire brush or any other means of on walls and bottom of tank and removing the sludge/ slits/ sand/fungus etc deposited inside the sumps/ tanks with buckets and depositing where directed followed by cleaning with bleaching water solution and fresh water and finally applying one coat of snow cem on internal and external surfaces including writing "Tank Cleaned (date) and due date with 10 Cm size white colour letter" on Black back ground on external walls complete all as specifoed and direted. Note :- (i) Contractor is to arange own diesel pump T&P etc for cleaning purpose and minor spares and cunsumable like small screws washers cleaning agents consumable etc is deemed to be included in the cost the unit rate quoted deemed to be include all safety precaution to be taken while working in STP. Contd.....

(ii) The accumulated/ deposied sludge after drying shall be disposed off out side the defence land to a distance excceding 1.5KM and not exceding 5.00 KM from the STP cost of which shall be deemed to inclusive in the quoted rate and nothing extra shall be paid on this account. (iii) Before commencement of work necessary arangement for disposal of sewage/ sludge be made and work to be caried out in fast pace by developing more man power at STP in Order to complete the work at the earliest. (iv) cleaning of sludge shall be carried out 2 times with internal of the mouth each cleaning shall be measured as one each job.

Dewatering and pumping out of existing accumulated sludge from Raw sewge sump at STP by using External Sewage disposal drain and cleaning of tank by scrapping with wire brush or any other means of on walls and bottom of tank and removing the sludge/ slits/ sand/fungus etc deposited inside the sumps/ tanks with buckets and depositing where directed followed by cleaning with bleaching water solution and fresh water and finally applying one coat of snow cem on internal and external surfaces including writing "Tank Cleaned (date) and due date with 10 Cm size white colour letter" on Black back ground on external walls complete all as specifoed and direted. Note :- (i) Before commencement of work necessary arangement for bypassing the raw sewage to disposal and work to be caried out in fast pace by developing more man power at STP in Order to complete the work at the earliest. Contd......

(ii) Contractor is to arange own diesel pump T&P etc for cleaning purpose and minor spares and cunsumable like small screws washers cleaning agents consumable etc is deemed to be included in the cost the unit rate quoted deemed to be include all safety precaution to be taken while working in STP.

M&L for cleaning of STP area by means of debris cutting of grass plant growth and disposed off up to a distance not more than 50 mtr from starting point all as directed.

Dewatering and pumping out of existing accumulated sewage from FAB tank at STP manualy or using external sewage disposal pump sets to near by sewage disposal drain and cleaning of tank by scrapping with wire brush or any other means of on walls and bottom of tank and removing the sludge/ slits/ sand/fungus etc deposited inside the sumps/ tanks with buckets and depositing where directed followed by cleaning with bleaching water solution and fresh water and finally applying one coat of snow cem on internal and external surfaces including writing "Tank Cleaned date and due date with 10 Cm size white colour letter" on Black back ground on external walls complete all as specifoed and direted. Note :- (i) Contractor is to arange own diesel pump T&P etc for cleaning purpose and minor spares and cunsumable like small screws washers cleaning agents consumable etc is deemed to be included in the cost the unit rate quoted deemed to be include all safety precaution to be taken while working in STP. Contd......

(ii) The accumulated/ deposied sludge after drying shall be disposed off out side the defence land to a distance excceding 1.5KM and not exceding 5.00 KM from the STP cost of which shall be deemed to inclusive in the quoted rate and nothing extra shall be paid on this account. (iii) Before commencement of work necessary arangement for disposal of sewage/ sludge be made and work to be caried out in fast pace by developing more man power at STP in Order to complete the work in ax 02 days. (iv) Removing of FAB media and keeping aside for refuse or disposal as directed demed to be included in the rate quoted.

Dewatering and pumping out of existing accumulated sewage from Tube settler by manualy or using external sewage disposal pump sets to near by sewage disposal drain and cleaning of tank by scrapping with wire brush or any other means of on walls and bottom of tank and removing the sludge/ slits/ sand/fungus etc deposited inside the sumps/ tanks with buckets and depositing where directed followed by cleaning with bleaching water solution and fresh water and finally applying one coat of snow cem on internal and external surfaces including writing "Tank Cleaned date and due date with 10 Cm size white colour letter" on Black back ground on external walls complete all as specifoed and direted. Note :- (i) Removing and disposal of old tube deck media. Contd......

(ii) The disposal of accumulated/ deposited sludge after drying out side the defence land to a exceeding 1.5KM and not exceding 5.00 KM from the STP . (iii) Before commencement of work necessary arangement for disposal of sewage/ sludge be made and work to be caried out in fast pace by developing more man power at STP in Order to complete the work in ax 02 days. (iv) Refixing of old unserviceable deck media (v) Cutting and rewelding of supporting MS frame structure ( Supporting MS frame for tube settler) (b) replacement of unsv rusted portion of supporting MS frame structure Cost of MS frame will be paid separately.

Dewatering and pumping out of existing accumulated sewage from Chlolrine Contact Tank and treated water Tank STP by manualy or using Extrnal sewage disposal pump sets to near by sewage disposal drain and cleaning of tank by scrapping with wire brush or any other means of on walls and bottom of tank and removing the sludge/ slits/ sand/fungus etc deposited inside the sumps/ tanks with buckets and depositing where directed followed by cleaning with bleaching water solution and fresh water and finally applying one coat of snow cem on internal and external surfaces including "Tank Cleaned date and due date with 10 Cm size white colour letter" on Black back ground on external walls complete all as specifoed and direted. Note :- (i) The accumulated/ deposied sludge after drying shall be disposed off out side the defence land to a distance excceding 1.5KM and not exceding 5.00 KM from the STP cost of which shall be deemed to enclusive in the quoted rate and nothing extra shall be paid on this account. Contd......

(ii) Contractor is to arange own diesel pump T&P etc for cleaning purpose and minor spares and cunsumable like small screws washers cleaning agents consumable etc is deemed to be included in the cost the unit rate quoted deemed to be include all safety precaution to be taken while working in STP. (iii) Before commencement of work necessary arangement for disposal of sewage/ sludge be made and work to be caried out in fast pace by developing more man power at STP in Order to complete the work max in 02 Days.

Dewatering and pumping out of existing accumulated sludge and water from sludge Holding Tank by using external sewage disposal pump set to near by sewage disposal drain and cleaning of tank by scrapping with wire brush or any other means of on walls and bottom of tank and removing the sludge/ slits/ sand/fungus etc deposited inside the sumps/ tanks with buckets and depositing where directed followed by cleaning with bleaching water solution and fresh water and finally applying one coat of snow cem on internal and external surfaces including writing "Tank Cleaned date and due date with 10 Cm size white colour letter" on Black back ground on external walls complete all as specifoed and direted. Note :- (i) The accumulated/ deposied sludge after drying shall be disposed off out side the defence land to a distance excceding 1.5KM and not exceding 5.00 KM from the STP cost of which shall be deemed to inclusive in the quoted rate and nothing extra shall be paid on this account. Contd......

(ii) Before commencement of work necessary arangement for disposal of sewage/ sludge be made and work to be caried out in fast pace by developing more man power at STP in Order to complete the work in max 02 days (iii) Contractor is to arange own diesel pump T&P etc for cleaning purpose and minor spares and cunsumable like small screws washers cleaning agents consumable etc is deemed to be included in the cost the unit rate quoted deemed to be include all safety precaution to be taken while working in STP.

M&L for cleaning/ roding of choked pipe line of any size by manualy or mechanical sucking rodding including cutting trading welding of pipe lines and testing for no leakage/ functionablity all as directed by engr-in-charge.

Dewatering and pumping out of existing accumulated sludge and mud including cutting of grass bushes plant growth from sludge drying Beds by using external sewage disposal pump sets and disposing same through tanker and cleaning of tank by scrapping with wire brush or any other means of on walls and bottom of tank and removing the sludge/ slits/ sand/fungus etc deposited inside the sumps/ tanks with buckets and depositing where directed followed by cleaning with bleaching water solution and fresh water and finally applying one coat of snow cem on internal and external surfaces including writing "Tank Cleaned date and due date with 10 Cm size white colour letter" on Black back ground on external walls complete all as specifoed and direted. Note :- (i) The accumulated/ deposied sludge after drying shall be disposed off out side the defence land to a distance excceding 1.5KM and not exceding 5.00 KM from the STP cost of which shall be deemed to inclusive in the quoted rate and nothing extra shall be paid on this account. Contd.......

(ii) Before commencement of work necessary arangement for disposal of sewage/ sludge be made and work to be caried out in fast pace by developing more man power at STP in Order to complete the work in max 02 days (iii) Contractor is to arange own diesel pump T&P etc for cleaning purpose and minor spares and cunsumable like small screws washers cleaning agents consumable etc is deemed to be included in the cost the unit rate quoted deemed to be include all safety precaution to be taken while working in STP.

Removing of Air blower (Twin lobe air cooled compressor coupled with electric motor) installed for sewage collection tank of any make and capcity 18.5KW/25 HP from its installed position by disconnecting suction and delivery silencer air delivery pipe disconnecting electric cables earth strips and dismounting the compressor and motor from base channel and shifting to manufacturer workshop for overhauling of compressor by opening the compressor replacing the worn out/ defective spare parts making good of shaft and shaft sleeve diening internally lubricating the rotating parts reassembling the compressor duly replacing with new packing material 'O' rings worn out bolts nuts washers belt belt guard etc and bring back and reinstalling in its orignal position checking alingment reconnecting the suction and delivery silencer air delivery pipe and electric connections testing on completion for satisfactory performance complete all as directed.

(a) Supply Only injection ring A-I & A-II complete all asspecified and directed.

(b) Supply Only injection ring B-I & B-II complete all asspecified and directed.

(c)Supply only distance bush complete all as specified and directed.

(d) Supply only distance ring complete all as specified and directed.

(e)Supply only tension element complete all as specified and directed.

(f) Supply only packing for main cover/ outer cover complete all as specified and directed.

(g) Supply only all packing for casing complete all as sopecified and directed.

(h) Supply only packing rings for casing complete all as specified and directed.

(J) Supply only 'O'- ring complete all as specified and directed.

(k) Supply only oil seal complete all as specified and directed.

(l) Supply only oil level complete all as specified and directed.

(m) Supply only splash guard complete all as specified and directed.

(n) Supply only intermediate guard complete all as specified and directed.

(o) Supply only gear wheel pair for casing complete all as specified and directed.

(p) Suppy only lock nut complete all as specified and directed.

(q) Suppy only air valve conduit complete all as specified and directed.

(r)Supply only lock washer complete all as specified and directed .

(s) supply only ball bearing complete all as specified and directed.

(t) supply only pressure gauge (Air) 60 to 180 m3/Hr complete all as specified and directed.

(u) Supply only V belt complete all as specified and directed.

M&L for removing the Submersible pump set from existing position shifting for authorised workshop for repair work dismantle/ open removing the burnt winding cleaning of rotor/ stator rewinding the motor with 'F' class insulation super enameled cooper wire of size equivalent to the orignal winding insulated packing materials varshning drying incl replacement of both water seal compound both bearing fill with new etc reassambling the pump set installing back to the orignal position testing and comissioning to the full load for 4 Hrs continous running for the motor cap of motor upto 5.0HP/7.5KW complete all as specified and directed.

Supply & Fixing non clog impeller suitable for and upto 5.0 /7.5 HP submersible pump set complete all as specified and directed.

Supply & Fixing upper/ lower or back to back roller or ball bearing suitable for upto 5.0 /7.5 HP non clog submersible punp set complete all as specified and directed.

Supply & fixing stainless bush suitable for and upto 5.0/7.5 HP non clog submersible pump set complete all as specified and directed.

Supply & Fixing gun metal neck ring suitable for and upto 5.0/ 7.5 HP non clog submersible pump set complete all as specified and directed.

Supply only water seal compound and rubber bush suitable for and upto 5.0/ 7.5 HP non clog submersible pump set complete all as specified and directed.

M&L for dismantling and removing the mono Block/ Coupled pump set of air compressor from existing position shifting to authrized workshop for the repair work removig the burnt winding cleaning rotor/ stator re-winding the motor with super enameled cooper wire of size equivalent to the orignal winding incl isulate packing materils varnishing drying etc installed back to the orignal position testing and commisoning on full load for 4 Hrs continous running for the capacity of motor upto 7.5 HP complete all as specified and directed.

M&L for dismantling and removing the mono Block/ Coupled pump set from the existing position after disconnecting the inlet/ outlet pipe connections disconnecting the electric supply cables and transporting to repair work shop complete opening the pump side servicing the pump set including cleaning the shaft including replacement of worn out bearing bushes check nut shaft sleeves etc and installed back to the orignal position testing and commisoning on full load for 4 Hrs continous running for the capacity of pump upto 7.5 HP complete all as specified and directed.

Supply only ball bearing of suitable size for and upto 7.5 HP mono block/ coupled pump set complete all as per specified and directed.

Supply only roller bearing of suitable size 7.5 HP upto 10 HP mono block/ coupled pump set complete all as per specified and directed.

Supply only brass bush of suitable size for and upto 7.5 HP mono block/ coupled pump set complete all as per specified and directed.

Supply only new impeller of suitable size for and upto 7.5 HP mono block/ coupled pump set complete all as per sopecified and directed.

M&L for in repair for gland paking of thickness upto 14mm complete all as specified and directed .

M&L in repair Air release valve suitable size fo mono block/ coupled pump set made out of brass as per site complete all as per specified and directed.

Supply and fix fan belts for compressor complete all as specified and directed.

Supply only compressor oil 320 grade complete for top up oil level all as specified and directed.

Supply only Chlorination testing glass tube kit complete all as specfied and directed.

Supply only bacteria culture in PVC Shells suitable for MBBR type plant complete all as specfied and directed.

Supply only DAP fertiliser for day to day use in seawge treatment plant complete all as specified and directed.

Supply only molasses (Sheera) for day to day use in sewage treatment plant complete all as specified and directed.

M&L for chemical dosing pump capacity 12 LPH operated on single phase 230V Hz power supply high pressure single head gear motored adjustable with self priming suitable for interchangable pump tubes and sub assemblies mechanical ciontrol adjustible from 5% to 100% with non clogging capacity punping against pressure upto 100psi mounting vertical or horizontal complete with 100 ltr PE/FRP tank with lid level gauge and rain shed cowl etc including taking out old unsv pimpm complete all as specified and directed.

Supply and fix in replacement of coarse bubble air grid made out of 80mmNB stainless steel (SS) 304 SCH 10 seamless pipe for MBBR tank as per site requirement and existing design including taking down existing unsv air grid of any description complete all as specified and directed.

M&L for opening of all the inspection door of existing dual Media filter of size 19x20 taking out/ removing the existing totally impregnated/ out lived internal filling filter media layer wise without any mixing of each other layer cleaning the entire filter throughly and painting with two coat of epoxy based anti corrosion paint internally and two coat of synthetic enamel paint externally and segregrating of filter media received from DMF/ ACF opening of header strainer pipe SS wire mesh of filternation of waste water received from chlorine contact tank (sewage treatment plant) claeaning of strainer pipe and including replacement of worn out pipe of same size and replacing/ refixing of cleaned filter media in layer and setting back the filter media in layer and setting back the filters for its proper function and testing complete all as specified and directed. Note ;- The cost of new materials for filter media will be measured and paid separately under relevant items.

Supply and fixed in replacement conecting and testing water type (non return valve ISI - 5312) CI of following sizes bore pipe heavy duty both end flanged of pressure rating PN 1.6 and 150 NB size jonting with joint rubber or fibre board gasket complete with and including required nos size of nuts bolts and washers complete all as specified and directed by Engr-in-Charge.

Supply and fix in replacement of CI Sluice valve of following size with PN 1.6 type without lugs suitable for clamping between flanges fittings gasket nuts bolts washers etc including taking up/ down of existing unserviceable butterfly valve of size 200 NB description complete all as specified and directed.

Supply and fix in replacement of CI butterfly valve of following size as per IS 13095 PN 16 wafer type without lugs suitable for clamping between flanges fittings gasket nuts bolts washers etc including taking up/ down of existing unserviceable butterfly valve of any description complete all as specified and directed :- (a) 80 NB

(b) ditto all as sl no. 37 above but for 100 NB

(c) ditto all as sl no. 37 above but for 150 NB

M&L for MS black pipe plain end as per IS:1239 (I) nominal bore with following dia heavy grade ('C' class) with all fittings like elnow tee reducer flange nut bolt with washer including cutting welding and joining etc complete all as specified and directed :- (a) 80 NB

(b) ditto all as sl no. 38 above but for 100 NB

(c) ditto all as sl no. 38 above but for 150 NB

(d) ditto all as sl no. 38 above but for 200 NB

M&L in repair for ERW MS pipe of size 150 mm dia including specials as per IS (1981) not less than 6mm thick duly painted with 2 coats of anti corrosive synthetic enamel paint over a coat of zync chromate complete incl necessary banding welding works etc complete all as specified and directed.

M&L in repairs for GI tubing medium grade of size 20 mm incl all fittings cutting and threaded any length laid in trenches or fixed to wall all complete all as specified and directed.

ditto all as per Sl item No. 45 here-in-before but 25mm dia

ditto all as per Sl item No. 45 here-in-before but 40mm dia

ditto all as per Sl item No. 45 here-in-before but 80mm dia

S& Fix in replacement cast iron bib taps screwed for iron pipe 15 mm dia all as specified and directed.

S& Fix in replacement cast iron bib taps screwed for iron pipe 20 mm dia all as specified and directed.

M&L in repair for HDPE pipe of pressure rating 10 Kgf/ Sqcm incl all fittings in any lengths with fusion joint laid in trenches/ fixed to walls all as per directed of size 100mm bore complete all as specified and directed.

ditto all as per Sl item No. 51 here-in-before but 50mm dia

ditto all as per Sl item No. 51 here-in-before but 25mm dia

M&L repair for HDPE pipe of pressure rating 6 Kgf/Sqcm incl all fittings in any lengths with fusion joint laid in trenches/fixed to walls all as per directed of size 100 mm bore complete all as specifeid and directed.

ditto all as per Sl item No. 54 here-in-before but 80mm dia

ditto all as per Sl item No. 54 here-in-before but 50mm dia

ditto all as per Sl item No. 54 here-in-before but 40mm dia

M&L for DI flange pipe plain end as per IS:1239 (I) nominal bore with following dia heavy grade ('C' class) with all fittings like elnow tee reducer flange nut bolt with washer including cutting welding and joining etc complete all as specifeid and directed.

M&L for preparing the surface by scrapping the old pinting and removing the grease oil dirt algae etc Painting of outer surfaces of MS pipes with one coat black Japan paint over a coat of Zync Chromate complete incl its MS supports/ Clamps/ Nuts/ bolts and marking / writing flow arrows and name with white paint by skilled painter All as per directed of size 300 mm dia complete all as specified and directed.

ditto all as per Sl item No. 59 here-in-before but 150mm dia

ditto all as per Sl item No. 59 here-in-before but 100mm dia

ditto all as per Sl item No. 59 here-in-before but 80mm dia

Supply and fixing in replacement of floaty type level sensor for auto operation of all pumps including taking out of existing unserviceable level sensor any description complete all as specified and directed.

S&F in repair and connect MCB TPN 63 A AC 415V ISI marked complete all as specified and directed.

S&F in repair and connect MCB TPN 100 A AC 415V ISI marked complete all as specified and directed.

S & F in replacement of PVC insulated FRLS unsheathered stranded copper conductor cable of 3 core 4 Sqmm EC grade for connection of submersible pump to stater complete all as specified and directed.

S&F in repair and connect motor protection circuit braker 3 pole 415 V 50 Amps Class 10 with rating 0.5 Amps to 2.5 Amps complete all as specified and directed .

S&F in repair and connect motor protection circuit braker 3 pole 415 V 50 Amps Class 10 with rating 8 Amps to 12.5 Amps complete all as specified and directed .

ditto all as per Sl item No. 68 here-in-before but 25 Amps with over load relay range 20 to 32 Amps

S&F in repairs and connect single phase preventer suitable for motor protection complete all as specified and directed.

S&F in repairs and connect 3 Phase contactor 10 Amp 415 V with 230 V coil complete all as specified and directed.

S&F in repairs and connect 3 Phase contactor 16 Amp 415 V with 230 V coil complete all as specified and directed.

S&F in repairs and connect 3 Phase contactor 25 Amp 415 V with 230 V coil complete all as specified and directed.

S&F in repairs and connect 3 Phase contactor 50 Amp 415 V with 230 V coil complete all as specified and directed.

S&F in repairs and connect NO-NC auxillary contact block suitable for 10 to 25 A 3 Phase contactors complete all as specified and directed.

S&F in repairs and connect NO-NC auxillary contact block suitable for 32 to 60 A 3 Phase contactors complete all as specified and directed.

S&F in repair and connect No volt coil 230V suitable for 3 Phase 415V contractors complete all as specified and directed.

S&F in repair and connect No volt coil 110V suitable for 3 Phase 415V contractors complete all as specified and directed.

S&F in repair and connect Plug in control relay 8 Pin 24V DC/240 volts AC 9.5 with socket & clam base two/ three change over in build mechanical indicator/ latching facility and No-1NC suitable for AC/DC complete all as specified and directed.

S&F in repair and connect over load relay 3 phase 415 V 1.4 Amp to 2.3 Amp complete all as specified and directed.

S&F in repair and connect over load relay 3 phase 415 V 25 Amp to 40 Amp complete all as specified and directed.

S&F in repair and conect DOL starter suitable for 5.0/ 7.5HP motor 3 Phase 415 V with preventer and thermal relays complete all as specified and directed.

S&F im repairs fully automatic star delta motor starter suitable for 25/30 HP pumpset 3 phase 415V with relay range of 45 to 75 Amps incl enclosure and complete all as per specfied and directed.

S&F in repairs connect on load change over switch 4P 200 Amps 415 Volts with metallic enclosure complete all as specified and directed.

S&F in repirs 4 Pole MCCB 63 Amp 50 Hz 415 V with rupturing capacity 16 KA complete all as per specified and directed.

ditto all as per Sl item No. 85 here-in-before but 100 Amps capacity 25KA

ditto all as per Sl item No. 85 here-in-before but 200 Amps capacity 25KA

S&F in repairs testing piolt lamps LED type with integral circuit & cluster LED suitable for operating at 240/ 220 volts complete all as specified and directed.

S&F in repairs pressure gauge 100 mm dia 0-14Kg/cm3 pressure rating complete all as specified and directed.

Supply and mixing of Activated carbon ID 800 for Color, smells & Excess chemical complete all as specified and directed.

Supply and mixing of poly aluminium chloride (PAC) concentration for STP complete all as specified and directed. Make: DECLIBAC / Thermax/ Aditya birla group

Supply and mixing of poly aluminium Electrolite (PE) Max Flow A-107 for STP complete all as specified and directed. Make: DECLIBAC / Thermax/ Aditya birla group

S&F in replacement of chlorine dosing tank of capacity 1000 ltrs HDPE construction of ISI marked including taking down of existing unserviceable tank of any description complete all as specified and directed.

Note : Tenderers may note that amount of credit Rs 72,345.00 will be deducted from the total amount arrived, at the time of Acceptance of contract.

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