Third Party Inspection Agencies JJM

This document provides the list of empanelled third-party inspection agencies and associated guidelines for conducting quality assurance of works, materials, and machinery used in water supply schemes under the Jal Jeevan Mission. As per Chapter 9 and paragraph 9.6 of the JJM Operational Guidelines, third-party inspection is mandatory to ensure adherence to relevant Bureau of Indian Standards codes and departmental specifications. The document outlines the roles and responsibilities of third-party inspection agencies, the scope of inspection activities including material testing, construction quality verification, and commissioning assessment. It also covers the reporting requirements, compliance mechanisms, and corrective action protocols.