Rate = Σ (Material cost × quantity) + Σ (Labor days × wage rate) + Machinery cost + Overheads (15-20%) + Contractor profit.
Architects, government engineers, and private contractors rely heavily on this data to formulate accurate Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) and structural bills of quantities (BOQs). Key Components of the 2015-16 DSR
The 2015-16 edition still contained many traditional specifications like "Lime concrete in foundation" and "Laterite stone masonry" , which have since been replaced by modern materials in newer DSRs.
Excavation in different soil types, hard rock blasting, and embankment filling.
High-specification items for cross-drainage structures and minor bridges 5. Building Works and Finishing
| Material | Rate (Per M.T. unless specified) | | :--- | :--- | | | ₹ 6,500 / M.T. | | Mild Steel / T.M.T. Bar | ₹ 48,496 / M.T. | | Bitumen (Packed) 30/40 Grade | ₹ 61,646 / M.T. | | Bitumen (Bulk) 30/40 Grade | ₹ 57,956 / M.T. | | II Class Burnt Bricks | ₹ 7,000 / per 1000 nos. | | Ordinary Sand | ₹ 846 / per m³ | | Crushed Sand | ₹ 616 / per m³ |
| Material | Rate (2015-16) | Unit | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Rs 6,500 | Per Metric Tonne (M.T.) | | Mild Steel & T.M.T. | Rs 48,496 | Per Metric Tonne (M.T.) | | Bitumen (Packed 30/40) | Rs 61,646 | Per M.T., Ex-Refinery, Mumbai | | Bitumen (Packed 60/70) | Rs 56,772 | Per M.T., Ex-Refinery, Mumbai | | CRMB-50 | Rs 56,936 | Per M.T., Ex-Refinery, Mumbai | | II Class Burnt Bricks | Rs 7,000 | per 1000 Nos. | | Sand (Ordinary / Screened / Crushed) | Rs 846 / Rs 1,125 / Rs 616 | per cubic metre |
The , or State Schedule of Rates (SSR), published by the Public Works Department (PWD) of Maharashtra, is a foundational document for engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) projects within the state. The PWD DSR 2015-16 Maharashtra served as the definitive guide for estimating costs for civil engineering works, including building construction, road development, infrastructure projects, and maintenance tasks initiated during that fiscal year.
सार्वजनिक बांधकाम विभाग | महाराष्ट्र शासन Key Components of the DSR 2015-16 Material Rates
The PWD DSR was the mandatory reference for all public construction tenders. Every Bill of Quantities (BOQ) and estimate had to be prepared using the DSR's rates and item codes, a process that applied to projects from municipal corporations to other government bodies. While the 2015-16 DSR is a historical document, its data remains crucial for contract auditing, legal dispute resolution, and as a benchmark for adjusting older tenders to current market prices.
The 2015-16 DSR was implemented alongside the Maharashtra Right to Public Services Act, 2015 . This revolutionary act mandated that the state government provide services—including infrastructure maintenance and approvals—in a transparent and time-bound manner, making the standardized DSR rates critical for public accountability. Historical Implementation
| Section | Contents | |---------|----------| | | General rules, measurement guidelines, lead/lift policy, water charges, T&P (tools & plants). | | Part 2 | District-wise Basic Rates: Cement, steel, bricks, aggregates, sand, etc. | | Part 3 | Item rates (Earthwork – Excavation, filling) | | Part 4 | Concrete (Plain/RCC), formwork, reinforcement | | Part 5 | Masonry (Stone, Brick), Plaster, Pointing | | Part 6 | Flooring, Roofing, Woodwork, Painting | | Part 7 | Sanitary, Water supply, Drainage | | Part 8 | Road work (WBM, Bitumen, Seal coat, Tack coat) | | Part 9 | Bridge work, Steel fabrication | | Appendices | Conversion tables, escalation formulae, standard notes |
As shown in the "Sample Item Rates" table, each DSR item had a specific code and page number, with the rate assumed to include a 10% contractor's profit margin.
: Standardized costs for earthwork, sub-base construction, surfacing, and specialized bridge components like bearings and superstructures. Miscellaneous Infrastructure
The is an authorized document published by the Maharashtra PWD that lists standard costs for materials, labor, and machinery required for civil construction projects. It acts as a guide to ensure uniform, transparent, and fair pricing for government infrastructure projects such as roads, buildings, bridges, and water supply systems. Key Components of the DSR