Contingencies
The term “contingencies” indicates the incidental expenses of miscellaneous character which cannot be classified under any distinct item sub-head, yet pertain to the work as a whole. To meet such unforeseen expenses an additional amount of 3% to 5% of the estimated cost of the works is provided in the total estimate. Miscellaneous incidental expenses which cannot be classified under any sub-head or item, are met from the amount provided under contingencies.
For example, suppose there is an item in estimate for cement plastering 1:4 with neat cement finish, but during execution, it is desired to provide nosing at the end of the steps. As there is no allocation of funds for this small work, the cost of such work may be met up from the contingency fund. But in case an expenditure is necessary due to change of design or due to increased volume of work, and whose cost cannot be covered from the contingency fund, supplementary or revised estimate are submitted for its sanction before taking up the work.
If there is any saving against the amount provided under contingencies, this amount my be utilised with the sanction of the complement authority to meet the expenses of extra items of work.
The provisions for contingencies cannot be diverted to any new work or repair which is not provided in the estimate and of which cost exceeds ₹ 2000/- without the sanction of superintending engineer.
Work charged Establishment charges
The work changed establishment will include the temporary establishment as are employed for the execution or the immediate technical supervision or departmental stores in connection with the specific work.
Work charged staff may be technical person or an under staff of technical person to assist him at work site, guard, etc. But work charged staff does not include non-industrial employees such as the typist, draftsman, clerk, etc.
Every payment made to a member of the work charged establishment whether on account of his wages or actual travelling expenses is charged to the work estimate on which they are employed. For such work charged establishment an amount of 1.5% to 2% (according to P.W.D.) of the estimated cost of the works is provided in the estimate.
Generally, the work charged persons are employed on monthly basis or temporary basis according to the progress of work. Their services lasts for the sanctioned period but may be continued on fresh sanction. Their services are terminable by one month’s notice for one year continuous service. But for less than one year service, 14 days’ notice is required to terminate their services.
