2006 RFP For Epc (Final) 17-03-2006
2006 RFP For Epc (Final) 17-03-2006
2006 RFP For Epc (Final) 17-03-2006
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Request for Proposal for EPC Contractors
Re: Proposal for Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) Works, Letter of
Invitation (LOI)
1.1 INTRODUCTION
1.1.1 You are hereby invited to submit bid for the EPC works named in the attached LOI Data
Sheet (referred to as “Data Sheet”). Your bid could form the basis for future negotiations
and ultimately a contract between your firm and the Employer named in the Data Sheet.
1.1.2 A brief description of the EPC Works and its objectives are given in the Data Sheet.
1.1.3 The Assignment shall be implemented in accordance with the work schedule indicated
in the Data Sheet. When the work schedule includes several phases, continuation of
work for the next phase shall be subject to satisfactory performance of the previous
phase, as determined by the Employer.
1.1.4 The Employer intends to finance this contract through funds from Federal Government
of Nigeria (FGN) for which this LOI is issued.
1.1.5 To obtain first-hand information on the EPC works and on the local conditions, you are
encouraged to pay a visit to the Employer before submitting a proposal and attend a
pre-proposal site visit if specified in the Data Sheet. Your representative shall meet the
officials named in the Data Sheet. Please ensure that these officials are advised of the
visit in adequate time to allow them to make appropriate arrangements. You shall fully
inform yourself of local conditions and take them into account in preparing your
proposal.
1.1.6 The Employer shall provide the inputs specified in the Data Sheet, assist the EPC
Contractor in obtaining licenses and permits needed to carry out the works, and make
available relevant project data and reports.
1.1.7 Please note that (i) the costs of preparing the proposal and of negotiating the contract,
including a visit to the Employer, are not reimbursable as a direct cost of the
Assignment; and (ii) the Employer is not bound to accept any of the proposals
submitted.
1.1.8 An invitation to submit proposals has been sent to the firms stated in the Data Sheet.
1.1.9 VOID
{We wish to remind you that in order to avoid conflicts of interest, any EPC contractor
affiliated or associated with the Employer’s Consultant appointed shall not bid for Lots in
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the same Distribution Zone where the Consultant is engaged. You should clarify your
situation in that respect with the Employer before preparing the proposal}.
1.2. DOCUMENTS
1.2.1 To prepare a proposal, please use the attached Documents listed in the Data Sheet.
1.2.2 Contractors requiring a clarification of the Documents must notify the Employer, in
writing, not later than seven (7) days before the proposal submission date. Any request
for clarification in writing, or by cable, e-mail or facsimile shall be sent to the Employer’s
address indicated in the Data Sheet. The Employer shall respond by cable, e-mail or
facsimile to such requests, and copies of the response will be sent to all invited
Contractors without identifying the source of inquiry.
1.2.3 At any time before the submission of proposals, the Employer may, for any reason,
whether at its own initiative or in response to a clarification requested by an invited
consulting firm, modify the Documents by amendment. The amendment shall be sent in
writing or by cable, e-mail or facsimile to all invited consulting firms and will be binding
on them. The Employer may at its discretion extend the deadline for the submission of
proposals.
1.3.1 You are requested to submit bid(s) comprising technical and financial proposal for one
or multiple Lots. Your bid(s) shall be written in the language specified in the Data Sheet.
1.3.2.2 During preparation of the technical proposal, you must give particular attention to the
following:
i) A firm that has not been short-listed cannot associate with a EPC Contractor on
the shortlist to provide the requested services.
iii) The duration of various activities (supply and construction) should be shown in
the Bar Chart. Your bid for supply of material and construction including the
construction manpower and site supervisory staff should be based on the Bar
Chart.
iii) The key supervisory staff proposed shall be permanent Employees of the firm,
unless otherwise indicated in the Data Sheet.
iv) Proposed supervisory staff must have experience outside their own country,
preferably under conditions similar to those prevailing in Nigeria.
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v) No alternative to key supervisory staff may be proposed and only one curriculum
vitae (CV) may be submitted for each position.
vii) Contractor’s progress/ review reports shall be in the Language(s) given in the
Data Sheet. Working knowledge of the national language by the contractor’s
personnel is recommended.
1.3..2.3 Your bid document/ proposal shall provide the following and any additional information,
using the formats attached in Appendix 1:
ii) Any comments or suggestions on the TOR, and a description of the methodology
(work plan) which the Bidder have proposed to execute the project, illustrated
with bar charts of activities, and the graphics of the Critical Path Method (CPM)
or Program Evaluation Review Technique (PERT) type, if appropriate.
iii) The composition of the proposed supervisory staff, the tasks that would be
assigned to each, and their timing.
iv) CVs recently signed by the proposed key site supervisory staff or an authorised
manager in the home office. Key information shall include number of years with
the bidder, and degree of responsibility held in various projects of similar nature
during the last ten (10) years.
v) Estimates of the total time effort (person x months) to be provided to carry out
the construction activities, supported by bar chart diagrams showing the time
proposed (person x months) for each supervisory staff member.
vi) Details for the home office staff earmarked for the back-up support.
vii) The Bidder’s comments, if any, on the data, services and facilities to be provided
by the Employer and indicated in the TOR.
viii) If the Data Sheet specifies training as a major component of the Assignment, the
proposal should include a detailed description of the proposed methodology,
staffing, budget and monitoring.
viii) The bidder shall fill in the price schedule for all the items of supply of material
and construction activities. Any item against which no price indicated will be
considered to be supplied or performed free of cost to the Employer. The cost of
supervisory staff and Project Manager Office and its associated staff will be
deemed to be included in the quoted prices and no separate payment will be
made. Adequate number of vehicles, office equipment, furniture and supplies for
printing of documents, etc. shall be provided. These costs should be broken into
foreign and local costs. Your financial proposal should be prepared using the
formats attached in Appendix 2.
1.3.2.4 The bid/quoted prices shall take into account the tax liability and cost of insurance
specified in the Data Sheet.
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1.4.1 You shall submit one original bid proposal including price schedule and the number of
copies of each indicated in the Data Sheet and one (1) electronic copy. Bid proposal for
each Lot shall be in a separate envelope indicating original or copy, as appropriate,
indicating the Lot No. and Name of the Lot. The envelope shall be clearly marked:
1.4.2 In the event of any discrepancy between the copies of the proposals, the original shall
govern. The original and each copy of the bid shall be prepared in indelible ink and shall
be signed by the Bidder’s authorised representative. The representative’s authorisation
shall be confirmed by a written power of attorney accompanying the proposals. All
pages of the bid document shall be initialled by the person or persons signing the
proposal.
1.4.4 The completed bid documents shall be delivered on or before the time and date stated
in the Data Sheet.
1.4.5 The proposal shall be valid for the number of days stated in the Data Sheet from the
date of its submission. During this period, you shall keep available the supervisory staff
proposed for the project work. The Employer shall make its best effort to complete
negotiations at the location stated in the Data Sheet within this period.
Bids may be withdrawn by written or telegraphic notice received at any time prior to
award. Bids may be withdrawn in person by a proposer or his authorized representative,
provided his identity is made known and he signs a receipt for the withdrawal of the offer
prior to award.
The bids shall be evaluated both for supply of Distribution line material and substation
equipment and construction of line and substation together covered under the Lot.
1.8 NEGOTIATIONS
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1.8.1 Prior to the expiration of proposal validity, the Employer shall notify the successful
Bidder that submitted the lowest techno-economical bid by registered letter, cable, e-
mail or facsimile and invite it to negotiate the Contract.
1.8.2 Negotiations normally take from two to five days. The aim is to reach agreement on all
points and initial a draft contract by the conclusion of negotiations.
1.8.3 Negotiations shall commence with a discussion of your proposal for supply of line
material and substation equipment and construction of lines and substations as per time
schedule given in the Bar Chart including the adequacy and experience of supervisory
staff and construction methodology and construction inputs and any suggestions you
may have made to improve the TOR. Agreement shall then be reached on the final
TOR, the supervisory staffing, and the bar charts, which shall indicate activities, staff,
periods in the field and in the home office, staff months, logistics and reporting. Special
attention shall be paid to optimizing the required outputs from the Bidders within the
available budget and to defining clearly the inputs required from the Employer to ensure
satisfactory implementation of the Project.
1.8.4 Changes agreed upon shall then be reflected in the bid document.
1.8.5 Negotiations shall be concluded with a review of the draft form of Contract. The
Employer and the Bidder shall finalize the contract to conclude negotiations. If
negotiations fail, the Employer shall invite the next techno-economically evaluated
second lowest bidder to contract negotiations.
1.9.1 The contract shall be awarded after successful negotiations with the successful
Bidders. Upon successful completion of the negotiations, the Employer shall promptly
inform the other bidders that their bids have not been selected.
1.9.2 The selected bidder is expected to commence the work on the date and at the location
specified in the Data Sheet.
a) defines, for the purposes of this provision, the terms set forth below as follows:
i) "corrupt practice" means the offering, giving, receiving or soliciting of any thing of
value to influence the action of a public official in the procurement process or in
contract execution:
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b) will reject a proposal for award if its on the basis of incomplete, inaccurate or misleading
information , or it is established, by a decision of a court of law, or following a special
audit, that the contract was awarded on the basis of corrupt practices.
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Unless the context otherwise requires, the following terms whenever used in this Contract have
the following meanings:
a) “Applicable Law” means the laws and any other instruments having the force of law in
the Government’s country (or in such other country as may be specified in the Special
Conditions of Contract (SC)), as they may be issued and in force from time to time;
c) “Contract” means the Contract signed by the Parties, to which these General Conditions
of Contract (GC) are attached, together with all the documents listed in Clause 1 of such
signed Contract;
d) “Contract Price” means the price to be paid for the performance of the Services, in
accordance with Clause 6;
e) “foreign currency” means any currency other than the currency of the Government;
i) "Member", in case the Contractor consists of a joint venture/ consortium of more than
one entity, means any of these entities; "Members" means any of these entities, and
"Member in charge" means the entity specified in the SC to act on their behalf in
exercising all the Contractor’s rights and obligations towards the Employer under this
Contract;
j) "Party" means the Employer or EPC Contractor, as the case may be, and "Parties"
means both of them
This Contract, its meaning and interpretation, and the relation between the Parties shall
be governed by the Applicable Law.
2.1.3 Language
This Contract has been executed in the language specified in the SC, which shall be the
binding and controlling language for all matters relating to the meaning or interpretation
of this Contract.
2.1.4 Notices
Any notice, request, or consent made pursuant to this Contract shall be in writing and
shall be deemed to have been made, when delivered in person to an authorized
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representative of the Party to whom the communication is addressed, or when sent by
registered mail, e-mail, telegram, or facsimile to such Party at the address specified in
the SC.
2.1.5 Location
The Services shall be performed at such locations as are specified in Appendix A and,
where the location of a particular task is not so specified, at such locations, whether in
the Government's country or elsewhere, as the Employer may approve.
2.1.6 Authorized
Any action required or permitted to be taken, and any document required or permitted to
be executed, under this Contract by the Employer or the Contractor may be taken or
executed by officials specified in the SC
Unless otherwise specified in the SC, the Contractor/ consortium, Sub-contractors, and
their Personnel shall pay such taxes, duties, fees, and other impositions as may be
levied under the Applicable Law, the amount of which is deemed to have been included
in the Contract Price
This Contract shall come into effect on the date the Contract is signed by both parties or
such other later date as may be stated in the SC.
The EPC Contractors shall begin carrying out the Services seven (7) days after the date
the Contract becomes effective, or at such other date as may be specified in the SC.
Unless terminated earlier pursuant to Clause 2.6, this Contract shall terminate at the
end of such time period after the Effective Date as is specified in the SC.
2.2.4 Modification
Modification of the terms and conditions of this Contract, including any modification of
the scope of the Services or of the Contract Price, may only be made by written
agreement between the Parties.
2.2.5.1 Definition
For the purposes of this Contract, “Force Majeure” means an event which is beyond the
reasonable control of a Party and which makes a Party’s performance of its obligations
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under the Contract impossible or so impractical as to be considered impossible under
the circumstances.
The failure of a Party to fulfil any of its obligations under the contract shall not be
considered to be a breach of, or default under, this Contract insofar as such inability
arises from an event of Force Majeure, provided that the Party affected by such an
event (a) has taken all reasonable precautions, due care and reasonable alternative
measures in order to carry out the terms and conditions of this Contract, and (b) has
informed the other Party as soon as possible about the occurrence of such an event.
Any period within which a Party shall, pursuant to this Contract, complete any action or
task, shall be extended for a period equal to the time during which such Party was
unable to perform such action as a result of Force Majeure.
2.2.5.4 Payments
During the period of their inability to perform the Services as a result of an event of
Force Majeure, the Contractor shall be entitled to continue to be paid under the terms of
this Contract, as well as to be reimbursed for additional costs reasonably and
necessarily incurred by them during such period for the purposes of the works and in
reactivating the works after the end of such period.
2.2.6 Termination
The Employer may terminate this Contract, by not less than thirty (30) days’ written
notice of termination to the Contractor, to be given after the occurrence of any of the
events specified in paragraphs (a) through (c) of this Clause 2.6.1 and sixty (60) days’ in
the case of the event referred to in (d):
(a) if the Contractor do not remedy a failure in the performance of their obligations
under the Contract, within thirty (30) days after being notified or within any
further period as the Employer may have subsequently approved in writing;
c) if, as the result of Force Majeure, the Contractor/ consortium is unable to perform
a material portion of the works for a period of not less than sixty (60) days; or
(d) if the Employer, in its sole discretion, decides to terminate this Contract.
The Contractor may terminate this Contract, by not less than thirty (30) days’ written
notice to the Employer, such notice to be given after the occurrence of any of the events
specified in paragraphs (a) and (b) of this Clause 2.6.2:
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(a) if the Employer fails to pay any monies due to the Contractor pursuant to this
Contract and not subject to dispute pursuant to Clause 7 within forty-five (45)
days after receiving written notice from the Contractor that such payment is
overdue; or
(b) if, as the result of Force Majeure, the Contractor is unable to perform a material
portion of the works for a period of not less than sixty (60) days.
Upon termination of this Contract pursuant to Clauses 2.6.1 or 2.6.2, the Employer shall
make the following payments to the Contractor:
(a) payment pursuant to Clause 6 for work satisfactorily performed prior to the
effective date of termination;
(b) except in the case of termination pursuant to paragraphs (a) and (b) of Clause
2.6.1, reimbursement of any reasonable cost incident to the prompt and orderly
termination of the Contract, including the cost of the return travel of the
Personnel and their eligible dependents.
The Contractor shall perform the works and carry out their obligations with all due
diligence, efficiency, and economy, in accordance with generally accepted professional
techniques and practices, and shall observe sound management practices, and employ
appropriate advanced technology and safe methods. The Contractor shall always act, in
respect of any matter relating to this Contract or to the Services, as faithful advisers to
the Employer, and shall at all times support and safeguard the Employer’s legitimate
interests in any dealings with Sub-contractors or third parties.
The payment of the Contractor pursuant to Clause 6 shall constitute the Contractors’
sole payment in connection with this Contract or the Services, and the Contractor shall
not accept for their own benefit any trade commission, discount, or similar payment in
connection with activities pursuant to this Contract or to the Services or in the discharge
of their obligations under the Contract, and the Contractor shall use their best efforts to
ensure that the Personnel, any Sub-contractors, and agents of either of them similarly
shall not receive any such additional payments.
The Contractor agrees that, during the term of this Contract and after its termination, the
Contractor and their affiliates, as well as any Sub-contractor and any of its affiliates,
shall be disqualified from providing goods, works, or services (other than the Services
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and any continuation thereof) for any project resulting from or closely related to the
Employer’s consultant’s Services.
Neither the Contractor nor their Sub-contractor nor the Personnel shall engage, either
directly or indirectly, in any of the following activities:
b) after the termination of this contract, such other activities as may be specified
in the SC.
2.3.3 Confidentiality
The Contractor, their Sub-contractors, and the Personnel of either of them shall not
reveal document on the project to outside party either during the term or within two (2)
years after the expiration of this Contract, or the Employer's business or operations
without the prior written consent of the Employer.
The Contractor (a) shall take out and maintain, and shall cause any Sub-contractor to
take out and maintain, at their (or the Sub-contractors’, as the case may be) own cost
but on terms and conditions approved by the Employer, insurance against the risks, and
for the coverage, as shall be specified in the SC; and (b) at the Employer’s request,
shall provide evidence to the Employer showing that such insurance has been taken out
and maintained and that the current premiums have been paid.
The Contractor shall obtain the Employer's prior approval in writing before taking any of
the following actions:
a) entering into a subcontract for the performance of any part of the works,
The Contractor shall submit to the Employer the reports and documents specified in
Appendix B in the form, in the numbers, and within the periods set forth in the said
Appendix.
All plans, drawings, specifications, designs, reports, and other documents and software
submitted by the Contractor or his sub contractor in accordance with Clause 3.6 shall
become and remain the property of the Employer, and the Contractor shall, not later
than upon termination or expiration of this Contract, deliver all such documents and
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software to the Employer, together with a detailed inventory thereof. The Contractor may
retain a copy of such documents and software. Restrictions about the future use of
these documents, if any, shall be specified in the SC.
The titles, agreed job descriptions, minimum qualifications, and estimated periods of
engagement in the carrying out of the site work as Key Personnel are described in
Appendix C. The Key Personnel and Sub-contractors listed by title as well as by name
in Appendix C are hereby approved by the Employer.
(a) Except as the Employer may otherwise agree, no changes shall be made in the
Key Personnel. If, for any reason beyond the reasonable control of the
Contractor, it becomes necessary to replace any of the Key Personnel, the
Contractor shall provide as a replacement a person of equivalent or better
qualifications.
(b) If the Client finds that any of the Personnel have (i) committed serious
misconduct or have been charged with having committed a criminal action, or (ii)
have reasonable cause to be dissatisfied with the performance of any of the
Personnel, then the Contractor, at the Client’s written request specifying the
grounds therefore, provide as a replacement, a person with qualifications and
experience acceptable to the Client.
(c) The Consultants shall have no claim for additional costs arising out of or
incidental to any removal and/or replacement of Personnel
The Employer shall use its best efforts to ensure that the Government shall provide the
Contractor such assistance and exemptions as specified in the SC.
If, after the date of this Contract, there is any change in the Applicable Law with respect
to taxes and duties which increases or decreases the cost of the works carried out by
the Contractor/consortium/ subcontractors / sub-suppliers, then the payment and
reimbursable expenses otherwise payable to the Contractor under this Contract shall be
increased or decreased accordingly by agreement between the Parties, and
corresponding adjustments shall be made to the amounts referred to in Clauses 6.2 (a)
or (b), as the case may be.
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The Employer shall make available to the Contractor the Services and Facilities listed
under Appendix F.
The Contractor’s total stage payments shall not exceed the Contract Price and shall be
inclusive of material/ equipment prices, construction prices, Sub-contractor’s supplied
material / equipment prices, printing, communications, travel, accommodation, and the
like, and all other costs incurred by the Contractor in carrying out the works described in
Appendix A. Except as provided in Clause 5.2, the Contract Price may only be
increased above the amounts stated in Clause 6.2 if the Parties have agreed to
additional payments in accordance with Clause 2.4.
(a) The price payable in foreign currency is set forth in the SC.
(b) The price payable in local currency is set forth in the SC.
For the purpose of determining the payments due for additional works and services as
may be agreed under Clause 2.4 a breakdown of the supply and construction activities
is provided in Appendices D and E.
Payments will be made to the account of the Contractor and according to the payment
schedule stated in the SC. The first payment shall be made against the provision by the
Contractor of a bank guarantee for the same amount, and shall be valid for the period
stated in the SC. Any other payment shall be made after the conditions listed in the SC
for such payment have been met, and the Contractor have submitted an invoice to the
Employer specifying the amount due.
The Parties shall use their best efforts to settle amicably all disputes arising out of or in
connection with this Contract or its interpretation.
Any dispute between the Parties as to matters arising pursuant to this Contract that
cannot be settled amicably within thirty (30) days after receipt by one Party of the other
Party’s request for such amicable settlement may be submitted by either Party for
settlement in accordance with the provisions specified in the SC.
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3.1.1(a) The words “in the Government’s country” are amended to read in Nigeria.
Attention:
Tel:
Facsimile:
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3.1.6 The Contractor, Sub-contractors and their Personnel shall pay such taxes,
duties, fees, levies, and other impositions as may be levied, under the Applicable
Law, the amount of which is deemed to have been included in the Contract
Price.
3.1.7 The date on which this Contract shall come into effect is: ………………..]
3.1.9 The period shall end on ………………….. (excluding arrangement for defect liability
period)
Furthermore, if the Contractor, as part of the Works and Services, have the
responsibility of advising the Client on the procurement of goods, works, or services, the
Contractor shall comply with any applicable procurement guidelines of the Federal
Government of Nigeria or any funding agencies and shall at all times exercise such
responsibility in the best interest of the Employer. Any discounts or commissions
obtained by the Contractor in the exercise of such procurement responsibility shall be
for the account of the Employer.”]
3.2.4 “The Contractor shall not use these documents for purposes unrelated to this
Contract without the prior written approval of the Employer.”
(a) Niger Delta PHCN shall furnish all necessary data, documentation and information
available and shall give to the Contractor all such assistance as the Contractor shall
reasonably request for the performance of its obligations under this Contract.
(b) Niger Delta PHCN will use its best efforts to assist the Contractor to:
(i) arrange for the Personnel and , if appropriate, their eligible dependants (i.e.
wife and one child under 18 years of age) to be provided promptly with all
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necessary entry and exit visas, residence permits, exchange permits and
other documents required for their stay in Nigeria
(ii) facilitate prompt clearance through customs of any property required for their
Services and of the Personnel and their eligible dependants;
(iii) exempt the Contractor and the Personnel and any Subcontractors employed
by the Contractor for the Services from any requirement to register or to
obtain any permit to practice the profession of the Contractor or to establish
themselves either individually or as a corporate entity according to the Law of
Nigeria and
(iv) grant to the Contractor and any Subcontractors either privilege, pursuant to
the Law of Nigeria of bringing into Nigeria reasonable amounts of foreign
currency for the purposes of the services or for the personal use of the
Personnel and their dependants and of withdrawing any such amounts as
may be earned therein by the Personnel in the execution of the Services.
3.3.1 (a) The amount in foreign currency or currencies is Offshore US$ quotation
(Naira equivalent)
ii) Letter of Credit shall be opened for Seventy-Five (75%) balance of the off-
shore portion of Contract Price.
iii) Fifty-five Percent (55%) of the off-shore portion of the Contract Price
shall be paid to the Contractor on presentation of shipping documents.
iv) Ten Percent (10%) of the off-shore portion of the Contract Price shall be
paid after the delivery of the equipment and materials to the project site.
v) Five Percent (5%) of the off-shore portion of the Contract price shall be
paid on the issuance of the Provisional Taking-over Certificate .
vi) The final Five per cent (5%) of the off-shore portion of Contract Price
shall be paid after the expiration of the 12 months warranty period and
issuance of Final Taking-over certificate.
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b) Local currency (On-shore)
(i) Twenty-five percent (25%) advance payment on presentation of the Contractor’s
invoice and a Bank Bond in the same amount valid up to the completion of the
works. The Bank Bond shall be from a Nigerian Bank acceptable to the Employer.
(ii) Sixty-five percent (65%) progress payment against milestones determined with the
Engineer.
(iii) Five percent (5%) on commissioning and issuance of the interim taking-over
certificate.
(iv) The final Five percent (5%) shall be paid after the expiration of the 12 months
warranty period and issuance of Final Taking-over certificate.
3.3.3 Payment shall be made within _60__ days of receipt of the invoice and the relevant
documents specified in Clause 6.4, and within _90_ days in the case of the final
payment.
3.3.4 Any dispute, controversy, or claim arising out of or relating to this contract, or the
breach, termination, or invalidity thereof, shall be settled by arbitration in accordance
with the UNCITRAL Arbitration Rules as at present in force
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Appendices
APPENDIX A
Give detailed descriptions of the material supplies and construction works to be rendered, dates
for completion of various supplies and construction works, place of performance for different
tasks, specific tasks to be approved by Employer, etc.
APPENDIX B
REPORTING REQUIREMENTS
List format, frequency, and contents of reports; persons to receive them; dates of submission;
etc. If no reports are to be submitted, state here “Not applicable”.
APPENDIX C
List under:
C-1 Titles [and names, if already available], detailed job descriptions and minimum
qualifications of foreign Personnel to be assigned to work in the Government’s
country, and staff-months for each.
C-2 Same as C-1 for Key foreign Personnel to be assigned to work outside the
Government’s country.
C-3 List of proposed Sub-contractors and/or Suppliers for the Employer’s approval;
same information with respect to their Personnel as in C-1 or C-2.
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APPENDIX D
List here the elements of cost used to arrive at the breakdown of the lump sum price,
foreign currency portion:
APPENDIX E
List here the elements of cost used to arrive at the breakdown of the lump sum price,
local currency portion:
APPENDIX F
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LOI Clause #
The Project consists of EPC works and services for the Distribution Lines and Associated
Substations. The details of the scope of works presented in Lots are as shown in the Terms of
Reference.
Bidders are free to submit for several lots. Niger Delta PHCN reserves the right to award one or
several lots to one Bidder.
The name of the Client is: NIGER DELTA POWER HOLDING COMPANY OF NIGERIA PLC
(Niger Delta PHCN).
(a) Improve the quality of power to the areas and reduce power outage, system
losses thereby increase economic and social activities in the areas.
(b) Improve the stability of the National Transmission Grid and reduce the incidence
of system collapses and thereby increase the availability of the electricity supply
generally.
(c) Evacuation of power generation from the new power stations to load centres
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4.8 i) A short listed firm may associate with another short listed firm.
Yes _ _ No _x__
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Central Area
Abuja-FCT
Nigeria
Sincerely,
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Bid Proposal
FROM: TO:
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Sir/Madam:
I/We . EPC contractors herewith enclose a Bid Proposal for supply and
construction of distribution lines and substations for selection of my/our firm/organisation as
Contractor for .
Yours faithfully,
Signature .
(Authorised Representative)
Full Name .
Designation .
Address __________ .
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On the data, services and facilities to be provided by the Employer indicated in the TOR:
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5.1BACKGROUND
The National Economic Council has agreed to support the special funding of seven new medium
sized power stations (including associated transmission infrastructure; gas infrastructure and host
community distribution projects) in the Niger Delta Area (southern part of Nigeria). Requisite
funding for the execution of all the projects shall be provided and project implementation shall be
carried out on a fast track basis with the “first power” expected in the 1st. Qrt-2007. The scope of
the project shall comprise the following work:
i) Seven (7) new medium sized power stations shall be constructed at the following site
locations: CALABAR (Cross River State), EGBEMA (Imo State), EYAEN (Edo State),
GBARAIN/UBIE (Bayelsa State), IKOT ABASI (Akwa Ibom State), SAPELE (Delta
State) and OMOKU (Rivers State). The separate power station projects are described
hereinafter in more details:
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This project will involve the addition of 3 X 90 MW steam turbines to the existing
ALSCON (Aluminium Smelting Company of Nigeria) 6 X 90 MW power station in a
combined cycle configuration, this includes the addition of six (6) Heat Recovery Steam
Generators (HRSG) to each of the Gas Turbines. Power evacuation will be through the
proposed Ikot Abasi-Ikot Ekpene - New Haven 330 kV double circuit Transmission Line
and the Calabar - Ikot Ekpene - Alaoji 330 kV double circuit Transmission Line with Ikot
Ekpene as the switching station.
The Client requests to add one (1) additionally Frame 9 GT to the existing AKWA IBOM
STATE Power Station. This Power Station is adjacent to the ALSCOM Power Station; the
same Switchyard may be used for Power evacuation.
(i.) The power stations shall be sited within range of existing/potential gas sources and necessary
gas pipeline projects shall be undertaken to deliver gas to the power plants.
(ii.) Associated transmission line and associated substations infrastructure will be built by EPC
Contractors to facilitate the connection of the new power stations to the national grid by using
the nearest existing transmission line or substation. The work also includes distribution projects
at various locations nationwide which will be used to evacuate power from Transmission
stations to various load centres.
The Steering Committee for the Development of Seven New Medium Sized Power Stations in the
Niger Delta (hereinafter referred to as the “Employer”), has awarded the Joint Venture of Lahmeyer
International GmbH, Germany, and O.T. OTIS Engineering, Nigeria, (hereinafter referred to as the
“Design Consultant”) the contract to execute the Design Consultancy Services under this Project
“Implementation for Seven New Medium Sized Power Stations in the Niger Delta Area”.
A separate Project Consultant shall each be appointed for the supervision, co-ordination and
management of each Lot of the projects.
Supply of line material / substation equipment, construction of lines and substations shall be
carried out for the following Lots:
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LOT D-EPC/AB1/1
1. Construction of 1x7.5MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Idah (Lokoja Business Unit)
complete with the following:
- 15.5km of tee-off on Idah Junction 33kVline
- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 7.8km; complete with HVDS cluster
of 101No. 50KVA Transformers.
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- 0.1km of 33kV SC line Tee –off from Ajaokuta -Lokoja S/S
- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 4.4km; complete with HVDS cluster
of 158No. 50KVA Transformers.
LOT D-EPC/AB2/2
1. Construction of 2x7.5MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Dikko (Suleja Business Unit)
junction complete with the following:
- 0.1km of 33kV SC line Tee –off from Suleija TS – Jerei line
- 3No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 19.15km; complete with HVDS
cluster of 15No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV Transformers
LOT D-EPC/AB3/3
1. Construction of 2x7.5MVA 33/11kV injection substation at University of Abuja
Gwagwalada (Garki Business Unit) complete with the following:
- 2.5km of 33kV SC line Tee –off from Games village feeder – University of Abuja
Gwagwalada S/S
- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 13.95km; complete with HVDS
cluster of 287No. 50KVA Transformers.
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- 12.6km of 33kV SC line from Apo TS – Masaka S/S
- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 27.3km; complete with HVDS cluster
of 309No. 50KVA Transformers
LOT D-EPC/BN1/4
1(a) Construction of 2X2.5MVA 33/11kV injection Substation located near the power
plant at Ihorbor (close to Benin) (Ugbowo Business Unit) complete with the following:
- 500m of underground 33kV cable route from the plant to the proposed
injection substation.
- 3No 11kV feeders with total route length of 17m
- Construction of HVDS cluster with a total of 57No 50kVA 11/0.415kV CSP
transformers in 8 villages.
(b). Construction/Uprating of 1X15MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Oluku (Ugbowo
Business Unit) complete with the following:
- 21km of 33kV SC Tee-off line from Benin North TS –Oluku 33kv Line.
- 3No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 1.1km; complete with HVDS cluster
of 14No. 50KVA and 1 no. 25KVA, 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers
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- 1No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 10.5km; system change over from
6.6kv to 11kV complete with HVDS cluster of 86No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CPS
Transformers
LOT D-EPC/BN2/5
1. Construction/Uprating of 1x7.5MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Ukpilla (Afemesan
Business Unit) complete with the following:
- 0.16km of 33kV SC Tee-off line from Okpilla TS – Okpilla 33kv Line.
- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 0.94km; complete with HVDS cluster
of 20No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers
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- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 0.68km; complete with HVDS cluster
of 7No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers
LOT D-EPC/BN3/6
1. Construction/Uprating of 2x7.5MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Edjeba (Warri) (Warri
Business Unit) complete with the following:
- 0.16km of 33kV SC Tee-off line from Effurun TS – Enerhen 33kv Line.
- 3No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 3.35km; complete with HVDS cluster
of 13No. 50KVA and 1No. 25KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers
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LOT D-EPC/BN4/7
1. Construction/Uprating of 1x7.5MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Kwale (Warri Business
Unit) complete with the following:
- 0.2km of 33kV SC Tee-off line from Ughelli TS – Isoko 33kv Line.
- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 2.25km; complete with HVDS cluster
of 5No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers.
- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 6.35km; complete with HVDS cluster
of 12No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers
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7. Construction/Uprating of 2x15MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Asaba (Asaba
Business Unit) complete with the following:
- 0.16km of 33kV SC Tee-off line from Asaba TS – Asaba 33kv Line.
- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 6.15km; complete with HVDS cluster
of 19No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers.
LOT D-EPC/BN5/8
1. Construction/Uprating of 1x15MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Oke – Aro (Akure)
(Akure Business Unit) complete with the following:
- 3.15km of 33kV SC Tee-off line from Akure TS – Akure 33kv Line.
- 3No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 18.8km; complete with HVDS cluster
of 82No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers
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- 1No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 1km; complete with HVDS cluster of
15No. 50KVA, 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers.
LOT D-EPC/EK1/9
1. Construction of additional 1x15MVA 33/11kV Injection Substation at Ijora Causeway
(Ijora Business Unit)
Cause way complete with the following:
- 3No.11kV feeders with a total route length of 5.67km of O/H and 2.2KM of U/G
cable; complete with HVD cluster of 90No 50kVA 11/0.415Kv Transformers.
- Replacement of aged GEC (old) 11kV panels
- Rehabilitation of control building
2. Additional of 1x15MVA 33/11kV injection substation at NRC S/S ( Ijora Business Unit )
complete with the following:
- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 3.15km O/H and 0.72km U/G
complete with HVDS cluster of 78No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers
- Replacement of aged 11kV panels
- Civil works rehabilitation in S/S for Flood prevention
5. Construction of additional 1x15MVA 33/11kV and replacement of 11kV old Reyrolle panels
at New Yaba Substation ( Mushin Business Unit) complete with the following:
- 3No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 7.56km;overhead and 1.58km U/G
Cable complete with HVDS cluster of 43No. 50KVA and 10No. 25KVA 11/0.415kV
CPS Transformers
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. Replacement of old 11kV panels
LOT D – EPC/EK2/10
1. Construction of 1x15MVA 33/11kV Injection Substation at Water Front (Lekki Business
Unit] complete with the following:
- 2.1km of 33kV SC line by Teeing off from Ilasan Overhead Line.
- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 4.77km; complete with HVDS cluster
of 74No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers.
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7. Construction/Uprating of 1x7.5 MVA to 1X15MVA 33/11kV injection substation at
Alagbon TS Local ( Island Business Unit ) complete with the following:
- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 8.72km complete with HVDS cluster
of 0No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers
LOT D – EPC/EK3/11
1. Installation of additional 1x15MVA 33/11kV transformer at Kirikiri Substation ( Festac
Business Unit ) together with the following –
- 2No. 1kV feeders with a total route length of 8.4km; complete with HVDS cluster of
36No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers.
- Civil works construction to prevent flooding of S/S
- Rehabilitation of building
LOT D – EPC/EK4/12
1. Construction of additional 1x15MVA 33/11kV Injection Substation at Orile Coker [Ijora
Business Unit] complete with the following:
- 3No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 6.3km of O/H and 2.6KM of U/G
cable complete with the following HVDS cluster of 90No 50kVA 11/0.415Kv and
30No 25kVA 11/0.415 Transformers.
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2. .Construction of 2x15MVA 33/11kV Injection Substation at Festac 4th Avenue ( Festac
Business Unit ) complete with the following:-
- 2.94km of 33kV SC line Tee off from Festac 2 extension -Ojo 33kV overhead line
- 4No.11kV feeders with a total route length of 26.25km; complete with HVDS
cluster of 242No. 50KVA and 66No. 25KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers
LOT D – EPC/EN1/13
1(a). Construction of 2x2.5 MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Eke ( Abakpa Business Unit )
complete with the following:
- 0.45km of 33kV DC line (Tee-off from Udi – Ezeagu including system conversion
from 33KV to 11KV )
- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 2.1km complete with HVDS cluster of
12No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers
- Derating of existing 33kV to 11kV network and replacement of existing 7No.
33/0.415kV transformers with 54No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers.
- Disconnection and recovery of the 7No. 33/0.415kV Transformers.
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- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 2.4KM complete with HVDS cluster of
26No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers.
3. Construction of 1x7.5 MVA 33/11kV injection substation at NEW HAVEN (Ogui Business
Unit) complete with the following:
- Okm of 33kV DC line
- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 0.47km U/G and 4.28km O/H
complete with HVDS cluster of 40No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers
4. Construction of 1x7.5 MVA 33/11kV injection substation at TRADE FAIR ( Ogui Business
Unit )complete with the following:
- O.03km of 33kV DC line (Tee-off line)
- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 2.3km O/H complete with HVDS
cluster of 37No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers
5. Construction of 1x7.5 MVA 33/11kV injection substation at LOMA LINDA ( Ogui Business
Unit ) complete with the following:
- 4.1km of 33kV DC line (Tee-off line)
- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 6.5km O/H complete with HVDS
cluster of 98No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers
LOT D – EPC/EN2/14
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2. Construction of 1x7.5MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Ekwulobia (Awka Business
unit ) complete with the following:
1.1km of 33kV DC line (Tee-off from Nibo – Agulu)
- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 4.9km complete with HVDS cluster of
12No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers
4 (a) Construction of 1x7.5 MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Fegge (Onitsha Business
Unit ) complete with the following:
- 2.2km of 33kV DC line (Tee-off line)
- Existing 4No. 11kV feeders complete with HVDS cluster of 151No. 50KVA
11/0.415kV CPS Transformers 11KV U/G – 1.9KM and O/H – 4.85KM
(b) Installation of 2nd 15MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Army Barracks (Onitsha
Business Unit ) complete with the following:
- Existing 2No. 11kV feeders complete with HVDS cluster of 51No. 50KVA
11/0.415kV CPS Transformers, 11KV O/H – 2.0Km and U/G – 0.15KM.
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LOT D – EPC/EN3/15
1. Construction of 1x7.5MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Ihiala (Nnewi Business Unit )
complete with the following: (Network derating from 33KV to 11KV)
- 0.25km of 33kV DC line (Tee-off from 2ND Onitsha TS- Nnewi)
- 4No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 85.6km complete with HVDS cluster
of 59No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers
- Derating of existing 33kV to 11kV network and replacement of existing 33/0.415kV
transformers with 258No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers.
- Disconnection and recovery of the existing 33/0.415kV Transformers.
6. Construction of 1x7.5 MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Ukpor ( Nnewi Business Unit )
complete with the following: ( Network conversion from 33KV to 11Kv )
- 0.1km of 33kV SC line (Tee-off from Nnewi – Ukpor-Lilu)
- 4No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 59.35km complete with HVDS cluster
of 112No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers
- Derating of existing 33kV to 11kV network and replacement of existing 7No.
33/0.415kV transformers with 66No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers.
- Disconnection and recovery of the 7No. 33/0.415kV Transformers.
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LOT D – EPC/EN4/16
1(a). Construction of 1x2.5MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Kalabari Beach (Around
Egbema ( Orlu Business Unit ) complete with the following:
- 10km of 33kV DC line from EGBEMA POWER PLANT-S/S
- 2No.11kV feeders with a total route length of 11.55km.
(b) Construction 1X7.5MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Egbema (Orlu Business Unit )
with the following:
- 2.2KM of 33KV DC line from Egbema power plant
- 2No.11kV feeders with a total route length of 9.25km
(c). Construction of 1x2.5MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Iyioka Village (Egbema) (Orlu
Business Unit ) complete with the following:
- 0.15km 33kV SC line (Egbema Power Plant- Orashi with special crossing to other
side of river)
- 1No. 11kV feeder with a total route length of 9km complete with HVDS cluster of
8No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers
2. Construction of 1x7.5 MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Isuochi (Orlu Business Unit
)complete with the following:
- 6.15km of 33kV DC line (Tee-off line)
- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 2.2km O/H complete with HVDS
cluster of 61No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers
3. Construction of 1x7.5 MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Orlu (Orlu Business Unit )
complete with the following:
- O.150km of 33kV DC line (Tee-off line)
- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 6.15km O/H complete with HVDS
cluster of 60No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers (System Change Over).
4. Construction of 1x7.5 MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Mgbidi (Orlu Business Unit )
complete with the following: ( Network conversion from 33Kv to 11KV )
- O.3km of 33kV DC line (Tee-off Owerri-Ihiala 33kV line)
- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 12.7km O/H complete with HVDS
cluster of 64No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers
- Derating of existing 33kV to 11kV network and replacement of existing 33/0.415kV
transformers with HVDS cluster of 59No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers.
- Disconnection and recovery of the existing 33/0.415kV Transformers.
6. Construction of 2nd 15MVA 33/11kV injection substation at ORJI (Owerri Business Unit )
complete with the following:
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- 9.8km of 33kV SC line ( Dedicated 33KV line from Egba TS )
- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 6.05km O/H complete with HVDS
cluster of 60No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers
7. Construction of 2nd 7.5 MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Akokwa (Orlu Business Uni t
) complete with the following:
- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 8.7km O/H complete with HVDS
cluster of 13No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers (System Change Over).
- Derating of existing 33kV to 11kV network and replacement of existing 7No.
33/0.415kV transformers with 30No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers.
- Disconnection and recovery of the 7No. 33/0.415kV Transformers.
LOT D – EPC/EN5/17
2 (a). Construction of 1x7.5MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Ogbor Hill (Aba Business Unit)
complete with the following:
- 0.05km of 33kV DC line from Aba TS – Igi line
- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 3.0km complete with HVDS cluster.
(b). Construction of 1x7.5 MVA 33/11kV injection substation at OMOBA TOWN ( Aba
Business Unit ) complete with the following:
- 8.1km of 33kV DC line (Tee-off Aba – Umuahia line)
- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 2.0km complete with HVDS cluster of
77No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers
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4. Construction of 1x7.5 MVA 33/11kV injection substation at NKATA ALIKE ( Umuahia
Business Unit ) complete with the following:
- 0.05km of 33kV SC line (Tee-off line)
- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 2.05km O/H complete with HVDS
cluster of 34No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers
7. Uprating of 2nd 7.5 MVA to 2nd 15MVA 33/11kV injection substation at AFARA
(Umuahia Business Unit ) complete with the following:
- 63km of 33kV SC line (Tee-off line)
- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 1.95km (existing) complete with
HVDS cluster of 68No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CSP Transformers
LOT D- EPC/IB1/18
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LOT D- EPC/IB2/19
1. Construction/Uprating of 1x15MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Akobo (Monatan
Business Unit) complete with the following:
- 2km DC Tee-off from Ibadan TS – Adeogba SC 33kV line.
- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 3.4km complete with HVDS cluster of
34No. 50KVA and 42No. 25KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers
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cluster of 6No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers
LOT D- EPC/IB3/20
1. Construction of 1x7.5MVA 33/11kV injection substation at IIesha Road, Ile-Ife (Ile-Ife
Business Unit) complete with the following:
- 9.3km of 33kV SC line from Ile-Ife TS – Proposed S/S
- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 0.15km complete with HVDS cluster
of 30No. 50KVA and 1No. 25KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers
LOT D – EPC/IB4/21
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- 3No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 10.1km
7. 2nd 15MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Abiola way (Abeokuta Business Unit)
complete with the following:
- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 3.48km complete with HVDS
cluster of 6No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers
LOT D – EPC/IB5/22
1. Construction of 1x7.5MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Oro (Ilorin Business Unit)
complete with the following:
- 2km of 33kV SC line from Omu-Aran TS – Proposed S/S
- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 1.5km complete with HVDS
cluster of 10No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers
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3. Construction of 2x15MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Idofian Road (Ilorin Business
Unit) complete with the following:
- 3.15km of 33kV SC line from Idofian TS – Proposed S/S
- 4No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 9.45km complete with HVDS cluster
of 66No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers
7. Additional 2nd 15MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Ikirun (Oshogbo Business Unit)
complete with the following:
- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 4km complete with HVDS
cluster of 26No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers
LOT D- EPC/IK1/23
1. Construction of 2X15MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Igbogbo (Ikorodu Business
Unit) complete with the following:
- 7.9km 33kV line to the proposed substation from Ikorodu TS
- 4No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 21.5km complete with HVDS cluster of
777No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers
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4. Construction of 1x15MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Agbowa (Ikorodu Business
Unit) complete with the following:
3. Installation of additional 1X15MVA 33/11kV power transformer at the existing Ogba- Ijaiye
Oke-Ira (IKeja Business Unit) Injection substation complete with the following:
- 2No 11kV feeders with total route length of 6.51km complete with HVDS cluster of
96N0 50KVA 11/0.415KV.
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LOT D- EPC/IK3/25
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LOT D – EPC/IK4/26
1. Construction of 1X15MVA 33/11kV Injection substation at Shasha/Akowonjo (Alimosho
Business Unit) complete with the following:
- 6.3km 33kV line from the proposed Alimosho TS
- 4No 11 kV feeders with total route length of 2.2km complete with HVDS cluster of
276No of 11/0.415kV CSP Transformers.
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3. Construction of 1X15MVA 33/11kV Injection substation Abule Oki (Alimosho Business
Unit) complete with the following:
- 11.05km 33kV line from proposed Alimosho TS
- 4No 11 kV feeders with total route length of 2km complete with HVDS cluster of
79No of 11/0.415kV CSP Transformers.
4. Construction of 1X15MVA 33/11kV Iju/Ope Ilu (Abule Egba Business Unit) Injection
substation complete with the following:
- 5.25km 33kV line from proposed Akute TS
- 4No 11 kV feeders with total route length of 15km complete with HVDS cluster of
63No of 11/0.415kV CSP Transformers.
2. Construction of 2x15MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Zaria Road (Jos Business Unit)
complete with the following:
- 8km of 33kV DC line Tee –off from JosTS – Busabuji 33kv Line
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- 4No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 3.47km; complete with HVDS cluster
of 150No. 50KVA and 80No. 25KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers
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- 1.58km of 33kV SC Tee-off line from Pankshin – Langtang 33kv Line
- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 1.6km; complete with HVDS cluster
of 60No. 50KVA and 46No. 25KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers.
LOT D- EPC/JS-YL3/29
1. Construction of 1x7.5MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Gombe Road, Bauchi (Bauchi
Business Unit) complete with the following:
- 10km of 33kV SC Tee-off line from Buachi TS – Gombe Road 33kv Line.
- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 13.65km; complete with HVDS
cluster of 125No. 50KVA and 60No. 25KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers
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- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 13.02km complete with HVDS cluster
of 78No. 50KVA and 10 No. 25KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers
LOT D- EPC/JS-YL4/30
1. Construction of 1x7.5 MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Mubi (Yola Business Unit)
complete with the following:
- 0.16km of 33kV DC line (Tee-off from Damboa TS – Mubi)
- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 9.45KM complete with HVDS cluster
of 25No. 50KVA and 18No. 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers.
2. Construction of 1x7.5 MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Old Power House,Yola (Yola
Business Unit) complete with the following:
- 4.73km of 33kV DC line (Tee-off from Yola TS – Federal University of Technology,
Yola)
- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 16.28km complete with HVDS cluster
of 6No. 50KVA and 5No. 25KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers
4(a). Construction of 1x7.5 MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Jalingo (Jalingo Business
Unit) complete with the following:
0.16km of 33kV DC line (Tee-off from Yola – Jalingo)
- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 18.45km complete with HVDS cluster
of 186No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers (System Change Over)
4(b). Construction of 1x2.5MVA 33/11kV injection substation at CBN, Yola (Yola Business
Unit)complete with the following:
- 0.32km of 33kV DC line Tee-off Yola TS – Yola 33k line I)
- 2No.11kV feeders with a total route length of 6.3km complete with HVDS cluster of
0No. 50KVA and 0No. 25KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers
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5. Construction of 1x7.5 MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Numan (Yola Business Unit)
complete with the following:
- 4.2km of 33kV DC line (Extension of Yola- Numa line)
- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 5.25km complete with HVDS cluster
of 15No. 50KVA and 15No. 25KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers
LOT D- EPC/KD-KN1/31
1. Construction of 1x15MVA 33/11kV Injection Substation at Gonin Gora (Makera Business
Unit) complete with the following:
- 24km of 33kV SC line from Mando TS to Gonin Gora TS
- 3No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 16km; complete with HVDS cluster of
88No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers
LOT D- EPC/KD-KN2/32
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LOTS D – EPC/KD-KN3/33
1. Uprating of 1x7.5MVA to 1x15MVA 33/11kV Injection Substation at Makarfi (Zaria
Business Unit)
complete with the following:
- 10km ( To be confirmed) of 33kV SC line from Zaria TS to Makarifi Substation
- 1No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 8km; complete with HVDS cluster of
29No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers
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- 3km of 33kV SC line from Zaria TS –ABU Samaru TS.
- 1No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 2.5km; complete with HVDS cluster
of 32No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers
LOT D – EPC/KD-KN4/34
1. Up rating of 1X 7.5MVA 33/11kV to 2x15MVA injection substation at Gongoni Road,
Sharada, (Dala Business Unit) Kano complete with the following: 33KV Kumbotso –
Gongoni SC – 3.7KM
- 11kV feeders with a route length of 2.4km; complete with HVDS cluster of 7No.
50KVA and 3No. 25KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers
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5. Construction of 2x7.5MVA Rijiya Zaki 33/11kV injection substation (Dala Business Unit)
complete with the following:
- 7.6km of 33kV SC line from proposed Kumbtso TS to Bayero University new site.
- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 7km complete with HVDS cluster of
6No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers
LOTS D – EPC/KD-KN5/35
1. Construction of 1x7.5MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Katsina GRA (Katsina
Business Unit) complete with the following:
- 2.9km of 33kV SC line T-off from Ajiwa feeder to the proposed S/S
- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 2.9km.
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- 1No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 6.20km complete with HVDS cluster
of 12No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CSP Transformers
LOT D – EPC/PH2/37
1. Construction of 2x7.5MVA, 33/11kV Injection Substation at Calabar (Calabar Business
Unit) complete with the following:
- 0.78km of 33kV DC line from the power plant: A cct to pick the Inj. S/S and the
other cct to pick existing 33kV line as the new Itu feeder.
- Radiate 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 12.7km complete with HVDS
cluster of 40No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers
3. Construction of 1x7.5 MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Esuk Utan (Calabar Business
Unit) complete with the following:
- 2.94km of 33kV SC from Calabar TS- proposed injection substation
- 3No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 25.5km complete with HVDS cluster
of 9No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CSP Transformers
LOT D – EPC/PH3/38
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1. Construction of 1x7.5 MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Onna (Uyo Business Unit)
complete with the following:
- 0.5km of 33kV SC from Eket TS- Onna injection substation
- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 40.06km complete with HVDS cluster
of 15No. 50KVA and 4No. 25KVA 11/0.415kV CSP Transformers
2. Construction of 1x7.5 MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Etinan (Uyo Business Unit)
complete with the following:
- 0.05km of 33kV SC from Uyo TS- Etinan injection substation
- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 24.57km complete with HVDS cluster
of 51No. 50KVA and 14No. 25KVA 11/0.415kV CSP Transformers
3. Construction of 1x7.5 MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Ibesikpo (Uyo Business Unit)
complete with the following:
- 5.25km of 33kV SC from Uyo TS- Ibesikpoinjection substation
- 3No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 50.01km complete with HVDS cluster
of 0No. 50KVA and 0No. 25KVA 11/0.415kV CSP Transformers
- 1.2km of 33kV DC line from the power plant: A cct to pick the Inj. S/S and the other
cct to pick existing 33kV line as the new Ikot Abasi 33kV feeder.
- Radiate 1No. 11kV feeder with a total route length of 6km complete with HVDS
cluster of 80No. 50KVA 11/0.415kV CPS Transformers
LOT D – EPC/PH4/39
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1. Construction of 2x7.5 MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Oyigbo (Borikiri Business
Unit) complete with the following:
- 3km Afam TS – Oyingbo Inj. S/S 33kV line
- 4No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 10km complete with HVDS cluster of
210No. 50KVA and 113No. 25KVA 11/0.415kV CSP Transformers
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- 4No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 16.59km complete with HVDS cluster
of 240No. 50KVA and 244No. 25KVA 11/0.415kV CSP Transformers
4. Construction of 1x15 MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Eastern by-pass (PH) (Borikiri
Business Unit) complete with the following:
- 3.78km of 33kV SC from P/H Mains TS- Eastern Bye-Pass injection substation
5. Construction of 1x7.5 MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Eleme (Borikiri Business Unit)
junction complete with the following:
- 0.21km of 33kV SC from P/H Mains TS- Eleme Junction injection substation
- 1No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 4.2km complete with HVDS cluster of
40No. 50KVA and 52No. 25KVA 11/0.415kV CSP Transformers
LOT D-EPC/PH5/40
2. Construction of 2x15 MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Woji (Borikiri Business Unit)
complete with the following:
- 3.84km PH Mains TS – Woji Inj. S/S 33kV Line (2.63km of DC O/H , 1.05km of SC
O/H and 0.16km of U/G)
- 4No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 13.23km complete with HVDS cluster
of 209No. 50KVA and 210No. 25KVA 11/0.415kV CSP Transformers
3. Construction of 2x7.5 MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Orazi (Diobu Business Unit)
complete with the following:
- 0.32km of 33kV SC from P.H. Mains - Orazi injection substation
- 4No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 20.48km complete with HVDS cluster
of 430No. 50KVA and 314No. 25KVA 11/0.415kV CSP Transformers
4. Construction of 2x7.5 MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Sch. Of Health Tech. (Diobu
Business Unit) complete with the following:
- 6.41km of 33kV SC from P.H. Town TS- Sch. Of Health Tech. injection substation
- 4No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 31km complete with HVDS cluster of
640No. 50KVA and 183No. 25KVA 11/0.415kV CSP Transformers
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- 4No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 23.76km complete with HVDS cluster
of 250No. 50KVA and 406No. 25KVA 11/0.415kV CSP Transformers
LOT D-EPC/PH6/41
1. Construction of 1x7.5 MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Isiokpo (Ahoada Business
Unit) complete with the following:
- 0.32km of 33kV SC from TS- Isiokpo injection substation
- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 56.71km complete with HVDS cluster
of 140No. 50KVA and 69No. 25KVA 11/0.415kV CSP Transformers
4. Construction of 1x7.5 MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Elele (Ahoada Business Unit)
complete with the following:
- 0.42km of 33kV SC from TS- Elele injection substation
- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 35.28km complete with HVDS cluster
of 90No. 50KVA and 72No. 25KVA 11/0.415kV CSP Transformers
5. Construction of 1x7.5 MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Abua (Ahoada Business Unit)
complete with the following:
- 2km of 33kV SC from Ahoada TS- Abua injection substation.
- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 70.0km complete with HVDS cluster
of 75No. 50KVA and 30No. 25KVA 11/0.415kV CSP Transformers
LOT D-EPC/PH7/42
1. Construction of 1x7.5 MVA 33/11kV injection substation at Degema (Ahoada Business
Unit) complete with the following:
- 25.6km of 33kV SC&1.7KmU/G Cable from Ahoda to Degema Injection subsection.
- 2No11kV feeders with a total route length of 16.7km complete with HVDS cluster of
77No. 50KVA and 27No. 25KVA 11/0.415kV CSP Transformers
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- 2No. 11kV feeders with a total route length of 8.51km complete with HVDS cluster
of 67No. 50KVA and 19No. 25KVA 11/0.415kV CSP Transformers
The Bidders are requested to quote for at least one Lot. Niger Delta PHCN reserves the right to
award one or several lots to one Bidder.
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Provision of proper storage of all equipment/materials in the site store(s)
approved by the Employer
Survey of the proposed 33kV and 11kV line routes based on the
preliminary survey drawings provided by the Employer
Certification and submission with the bid his purchase agreement with a
manufacturer/supplier for minimum manufacturing/delivery capacity for six
months for some key equipment/materials (to be indicated in the Schedules)
and must demonstrate, that based on known commitments, they will be
available for use in the project.
The Defect liability period (DLP) is planned to be twelve (12) months after the provisional
taking over of the project. During this period, all defects in design and installation of any
equipment/material shall be rectified by the EPC contractor at their cost. The EPC
contractor shall also during the period furnish all the queries / questions raised by Employer
via e-mail and facsimile correspondence.
5.2.2.1 General
The whole of the plant and equipment provided under the contract shall be subject
to inspection and test by the Engineer and/or any other agency as nominated by the
Engineer during and after manufacture (factory tests), erection and on completion.
The approval of the Engineer of the results of any such inspection or test shall not
prejudice the right of the Employer to reject the plant if it fails to comply with the
specification when erected or to give complete satisfaction in service.
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The plant and equipment and any part of the Facilities provided under the Contract
shall be subject to quality inspections and tests by the Employer (or his designated
Representatives), during manufacture, erection and on completion.
The cost of all inspection and tests including the provision of the necessary test
equipment, whether at the manufacturer’s works or on site, shall be borne by the
Contractor and shall be deemed to be included in the Contract Price. Two
Representative of the Employer shall witness each factory test or inspection of
manufacturing works. For each visit out of Nigeria, all traveling expenses including
return tickets, accommodation, feeding, daily out of pocket expenses, etc for the
Employer’s Representatives shall be the responsibility of the Contractor.
Program of visit for witnessing of factory tests shall be included in the Bid.
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5.2.2.6 Test Certificate
Triplicate sets of principle test records, test certificates, and performance curves
shall be supplied for all tests carried out in accordance with the provisions of this
contract. These test records, certificates and performance curves shall be supplied
for all tests, whether or not they have been witnessed by the Engineer. The
information given on such test certificates and curves shall be sufficient to identify
the material or equipment to which the certificate refers, and shall bear the contract
reference and heading.
5.2.2.9 Expediting
Before any equipment is packed or dispatched from the main or the sub-contractor’s
works,all tests called for should have been successfully carried out.
Adequate notice shall be given when the plant is ready for inspection or test and
every facility shall be provided by the Contractor and his sub-contractors to enable
the Engineer carry out the necessary inspections and tests.
5.3 TRAINING
The satisfactory training of the Employer’s staff in the operations, maintenance and
repairs of all systems and equipment shall receive the highest priority. The
Employer’s staff shall be involved in all aspects of installation, commissioning and
testing to thoroughly familiarize them with the equipment.
The Contractor shall be responsible for providing sufficient training to the Employer’s
staff to enable them to operate, maintain, diagnose and locate faults, repair and
expand the entire range of installations from commissioning date. The contractor
shall continuously review the effectiveness of the training and shall inform the
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Employer in writing if at any time it is his opinion that the training programme is not
operating to meet the required objectives. The contractor shall inform the Employer
in writing of the necessary changes or additions required to meet the objectives.
Training courses shall be provided covering all the supplied equipment, including,
but not limited to, the following subjects:
For each proposed training course, the bidder shall propose a suitable programme
and shall provide the following information:
(i ) assumed level of expertise of participants
(ii) scope and depth of material to be covered
(iii) expected duration of course
(iv) maximum number of participants
(v) facilities required by way of equipment, teaching equipment etc
vi) proposed location of course (i.e. manufacturer’s works, third party l
location etc).
(vii) sample curriculum vitae of proposed course instructors
In addition to the site training, the training shall as a minimum include three weeks
foreign training on the distribution transformer for six (6No.) engineers and another
three weeks foreign training on the substation automation equipment for six (6No.)
engineers.
Apart from the site training, the contractor shall arrange for training session to hold
at their Abuja office or another location as may be agreed with the Employer where
lecture room and teaching aid facilities shall be provided. This class room training
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shall augment the site training. The site and class room trainings shall each be
organized for a minimum of 12 (twelve) engineers and technicians
The cost of the local training programmes including the provision of training
materials, snacks, lunch etc shall be borne by the Contractor and shall be deemed
to be included in the Contract Price. For each of the foreign training programmes, all
traveling expenses including return tickets, accommodation, feeding, daily out of
pocket expenses, etc for the Employer’s Engineers shall be the responsibility of the
Contractor and shall be deemed to be included in the Contract Price.
5.4.1 General
This chapter describes the requirements of spare parts for the equipment. The
spare parts required in accordance with this chapter are intended to be ordered
together with the supply of equipment. All spares supplied shall be new, unused
and strictly interchangeable with the parts for which they are intended to be
replaced.
5.4.2 Requirements
For the normal replacement spare parts, the contractor shall prepare his own
proposals. In making these proposals, he shall keep in mind that the climatic
conditions shall be very severe which may cause more rapid deterioration of some
parts of the equipment than usual in supplier’s countries. The proposal shall be
made on the basis of 3 years’ requirement of spare parts and shall be included in
the Price Schedule.
5.4.4 Packing
The mandatory spare parts shall be treated and packed for long storage under the
specified climatic conditions. Each spare part shall be clearly marked or labeled on
the outside of its packing with its description and purpose and, when more than one
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spare is packed in a single case shall be shown on the outside of such case or
container and a detailed list enclosed. All cases, containers or other packages shall
be marked and numbered in an approved manner for purposes of identification. All
cases, containers or other packages are liable to be opened for examination and
packing shall be designed to facilitate opening and thereafter repacking.
All prices in the Price Schedules on manufactured equipment imported into Nigeria
shall be deemed to exclude Custom/Import Duties.
The Employer shall provide the Custom & Import Duty Exemption Certificate to
enable the contractor clear all equipment/materials imported to Nigeria Port. After
clearing the equipment/materials from the Port, the contractor shall transport same
to the designated project site as provided in Price Schedules.
The Port Clearance charges, VAT and other related charges shall also be paid by
the contractor and the invoices submitted to the Employer for reimbursement.
5.6.1.1 The EPC Contractor shall have assured access to his intended sub-suppliers as
qualified manufacturers for supply of equipment and materials which are under the
contractor’s scope of supply; meeting the mentioned minimum requirements listed in
this document and must demonstrate that based on known commitments they will
be available for supply of line material / substation equipment in the proposed
contract.
5.6.1.2 The bidder’s sub-suppliers should have designed, manufactured, tested, and
supplied with satisfactory service experience line material/ substation equipment for
the last ten years. The offered material/substation equipment shall be of high quality
material.
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- a list of at least five purchasers of material/ equipment giving time of delivery,
quantities supplied and full name and addresses of these purchasers.
- Sample tests and routine tests shall be made as per international standards,
stipulations of the specification, manufacturing quality plan submitted for each such
material/ equipment submitted by the bidder or/ and his sub-supplier.
(I) The Project Manager shall be an electrical engineer with at least 20 years
experience in substation and Distribution line at similar or higher voltage
level. Out of the 20 years of experience, the PM shall have at least 5 years
design office experience and construction of Distribution lines and
substations. He should have headed at least two (2) Distribution projects in
the recent past similar to the one he will be in charge of, under this contract.
The Project Manager shall have a good knowledge of English for co-
ordination and report writing purposes.
(II) The Site Engineers shall be electrical engineers with at least 10 years
experience in Distribution Lines/Substations. He should have proven
experience in stringing of distribution lines.
(IV) Civil Engineers -He shall have at least 5 years experience in the field of
substation and towers/pole foundations in marshy or high water table areas.
Photographs of individuals constructing foundations in marshy or high water
table locations may be enclosed.
5.7 VOID
5.8 VOID
For each LOT, the duration of the Contractor’s mission until provisory take-
over of the whole works is estimated to be NINE ( 9) MONTHS. The Defects
Liability Period shall last for twelve (12) months during which, the contractor’s
resources, for any defect observed, shall be available for modification/ replacement.
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5.10.1 Personnel
For each Lot, the Contractor shall provide at least supervisory staff, listed below
throughout the duration of the project.
These personnel shall be supported by other experts on call (who shall visit the site
as need be) from the Contractors office.
For each Lot, the Contractor shall provide the following project facilities and
equipment:
1. Air-conditioner
2. Toilet, Shower, Hand basin with at least cold water supply
3. Adequate office furniture, i.e 2No. lockable desk, 4No. chairs, 1No. filing cabinet
4. Electricity supply on a 24-hour basis
5. Folding bed, blankets
6. 1No. Desk top computer complete with printer and all peripherals
7. !No. photocoping machine
8. 1No. Refrigerator
The offices shall be cleaned daily by the contractor and kept in good condition.
In the event that a conducive office is not avalable for the Client’s Engineers, one
Porta-cabin office fully equipped with the facilities listed above shall be provided.
They shall be located according to the Employer’s request and shall be available
upon the arrival of the Contractor’s staff at site.
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These equipment, whose technical data shall be approved by the Client for the
project shall be returned undamaged and in good operating state to the Employer.
The office shall be cleaned daily by the contractor and kept in good condition.
As in section 5.10.3 all the site office equipment, whose technical data shall be
approved by the Client for the project shall be returned undamaged and in good
operating state to the Employer.
The place of accommodation shall be in the most strategic and developed town
within the vicinity of the projects. The choice of the town shall be subject to the
Client’s approval. The accomodation shall be available until the final taking over of
the projects.
The contractor shall also provide for each Vehicle a driver on twenty-four hour basis.
Each car shall be equipped with a radio on the contractor’s frequency range. A
spare car shall be made available by the contractor if any of the vehicles has to be
repaired.
The registration with the appropriate Government Agencies and the comprehensive
insurance for the vehicles shall be the responsibility of the contractor. Also the
operating costs for the vehicles including maintenance and fuelling shall be at the
contractor’s expense. The vehicles shall be taken over by the Employer upon
completion of the works. The contractor shall paint the vehicles in the Employer’s
colours and the project title inscribed on the sides of the vehicle as approved by the
Employer, unless otherwise instructed.
The vehicles shall be reserved exclusively for the Employer’s representatives. The
vehicles shall be made available to the Employer’s Engineer two weeks after the
commencement of the contract. They shall be delivered to the Employer for
inspection to ensure that they are new before acceptance.
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between
_____________________________
[name of the Employer]
and
_____________________________
[name of the EPC Contractor]
Dated: _____________________
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This CONTRACT (hereinafter called the “Contract”) is made this _________ day of the month
called the “Employer”) and, on the other hand, ___________________ (hereinafter called the
“Contractor”).
[Note 1: If the Contractors consist of more than one entity, the above should be partially
………(hereinafter called the “Employer”) and, on the other hand, a joint venture consisting of the
following entities, each of which will be jointly and severally liable to the Client for all the
WHEREAS
(a) the Employer has requested the Contractor to provide certain EPC services as defined in
the General Conditions of Contract attached to this Contract (hereinafter called the
“Services”);
(b) the Contractor, having presented to the Employer that they have the required professional
skills, and personnel, financial and technical resources, have agreed to take up work on the
(c) The Employer intends to finance this contract through funds from Federal Government of
Nigeria
1. The following documents attached hereto shall be deemed to form an integral part of this
Contract:
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(a) The General Conditions of Contract;
(b) The Special Conditions of Contract;
[Note 1: If any of these Appendices are not used, the words “Not Used” should be
inserted below next to the title of the Appendix and on the sheet attached hereto
2. The mutual rights and obligations of the Client and the Contractor shall be as set forth in
the Contract, in particular:
(a) the Contractor shall carry out the EPC Services in accordance with the provisions of
the Contract; and
(b) the Client shall make payments to the Contractor in accordance with the provisions
of the Contract.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties hereto have caused this Contract to be signed in their
respective names as of the day and year first above written.
FOR AND ON BEHALF OF [CLIENT]
By .
Authorized Representative
[Note: If the Contractors consist of more than one entity, all these entities should appear as
signatories, e.g., in the following manner:]
FOR AND ON BEHALF OF EACH OF THE MEMBERS OF THE CONTRACTORS
[Member] [Member]
By . By
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7.1.1 Standards
All materials referred to in these Technical specifications shall be designed,
manufactured, packed, transported, erected and tested in accordance with the latest
publications of the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC)standards, British
Standards (BS), VDE/DIN standards or any other relevant international Standards,
whichever are most stringent.
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The information given in the above table relating to environmental conditions serve
only as general information. Bidders/Contractors must verify and supplement this
information by their own investigations and by other information supplied to them.
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(r.m.s value) (r.m.s value) (r.m.s value)
33 36 70 170
11 12 28 75
The 1 minute power frequency withstand voltage for printed electronic circuits is
1500V (r.m.s.)
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respect to arrangement and detailed work, the design is to conform to the best
current engineering practices. Each of the several parts of the plant is to be of the
maker's standard design provided that this design is generally in accordance with
the approved specifications.
The essence of design should be simplicity and reliability in order to have long
continuous service life with high economy and low maintenance cost. Particular
attention should be paid to internal and external access in order to facilitate
inspection, cleaning and maintenance.
The design, dimensions and materials of all parts are to be such that they will not
suffer damage as a result of stresses under the most severe service conditions. Fully
detailed specifications of the several parts of the plant and equipment are to be
submitted describing particularly the materials to be used. Mechanisms are to be
constructed to avoid sticking due to rust or corrosion.
Some substations as indicated in the Schedules (located within large load centres)
shall be fully automated and SCADA ready. Accordingly all facilities necessary to aid
easy integration of the substation to a master control centre shall be required including
for example sufficient spare contacts (NO + NC) of the circuit breakers and relays as
well as other relevant equipment shall be provided to meet these requirements.
All similar parts of the plant are to be interchangeable. All equipment is to operate
without undue vibration and with the least possible amount of noise and is not to
cause a nuisance. All equipment is to be designed to minimize the risk of fire and
any damage which may be caused in the event of fire. The equipment is also to be
designed to prevent ingress of all vermin, accidental contact with live parts and to
minimize the ingress of dust and dirt. The use of materials which may be liable to
attack by termites or other insects is to be avoided.
In choosing materials and their finishes, due regard is to be given to the humid
tropical conditions under which the equipment is to work. The bidder shall make
himself familiar with the specific climatic conditions which are prevalent at site.
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7.1.5.2 Motors
Where motors are called for in this specification, these shall be of totally enclosed fan
cooled type, suitable for continuous operation in the specified climatic conditions and
for direct on-line starting. Conductor insulation shall be non hygroscopic.
All contactors and starters shall be mounted in positions easily accessible for
maintenance and inspection , be of robust design, be well ventilated and
maintenance- free operation in conditions of high relative humidity.
7.1.5.4 Castings
All castings are to be as free from blow holes, flaws and cracks as is practicable. No
welding, filling or plugging of objective parts is to be done without the sanction of the
Engineer and then only with his approval in writing.
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All cast-iron is to be of close-grained quality and is to be corrosion-resistant. Cast-iron
is not to be used for any part of the equipment which is in tension or which is subject to
impact stresses.
7.1.5.5 Welding
The Contractor is to satisfy the Engineer that the welding is in accordance with the
requirements of the relevant standards.
The Engineer reserves the right to visit the Contractor's work at any reasonable time
during fabrication of the items of plant and to familiarize himself with the progress
made and the quality of the work to date.
Welding and tests on items of plant are to be carried out to the complete satisfaction of
the Engineer. Mechanical Tests are to be carried out in the presence of the Engineer,
as required.
In the selection of the insulating materials the extreme tropical conditions at the sites
are to be considered. No hygroscopic material is to be used.
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reports. Any modification of the following which must have been submitted to the
Engineer after the signing of the contract has to be attached to the report:
7.1.7 SUBMITTALS
The Contractor shall submit all the information with respect to the execution of works
as specified.
Before proceeding with the manufacture of equipment, the Contractor shall submit
for review, general erection drawings and complete documentation to establish
compliance with the Specification with respect to manufacture, installation, operation
and maintenance. The design calculations, design data, operation and maintenance
instructions shall also be submitted.
The Contractor shall obtain all necessary regulatory approvals, permits, registrations
and licences of designs, drawings and equipment from the appropriate authorities in
the Country of manufacture and in Nigeria and submit proof. Costs arising from
these approvals, registrations, testings and inspections, together with the provision
of inspection certificates for same shall be borne by the Contractor. He should
submit all information in the English language and is SI unit system.
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The Engineer will either approve these documents or, if he deems
necessary, request changes or modifications to be made therein and
return one copy to the Contractor with his comments, if any, within two
weeks of their receipt by him.
The Contractor shall re-submit for final approval revised copies within one week of
the receipt of the marked-up drawings.
Approval of drawings by the Engineer, however, shall not relieve the Contractor of
any part of his responsibility to meet all of the requirements of these specifications,
or as to the correctness of his drawings.
All drawings or documents submitted to the Engineer shall bear the Contractor's
stamp of approval, the date of approval and the Contractor's signature.
(i) Within maximum of three weeks from the date of the Contract coming into
force.
- Equipment drawings and diagrams
- All construction drawings including Civil Work drawings, etc.
(ii)) Within maximum six weeks from the date of the contract coming into force.
- Elementary and wiring diagrams of control installation etc.
(i) Hard copies (Six sets) of all "as built" drawings and diagrams on A3 sized
white paper ; plus one (1) electronic copy
(ii) Hard copies (Six sets) of well bound instruction books for operation and
Maintenance on A4 sized white paper; plus one (1) electronic copy
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7.1.7.4 Requirements for Drawings
Every drawing shall have a title block provided at the lower right-hand corner.
At least the following information shall be displayed within the title block:
- Contractor's name
- Employer's name, which is:
NIGER DELTA POWER HOLDING COMPANY OF NIGERIA PLC.
- Project name: Distribution Substation and Line Projects Associated with the
Niger Delta Power Plant Projects
- The Contractor's drawing number and revision index
- Brief description of contents of drawings
- First date and revision dates
- Scale and scale bar (where applicable)
After commissioning of the entire plant, all drawings shall be up-dated by the
Contractor to show the "As Built" status and the drawings shall be stamped "AS
BUILT”. The Contractor shall also submit a schedule of the list of all drawings
showing the following information;
Tolerances, fits, and finishes shall conform with the best modern shop practices in
manufacture of finished products of a nature similar to these covered by the
Specification. All equipment shall be of rugged durable construction, designed for
frequent operation.
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Where the Contractor desires to use stock material not manufactured specifically for
the works, satisfactory evidence shall be given that such material conforms to the
requirements stated in the specifications, in which case tests on these materials
may be waived.
Should any departure from a Contract Drawing occur during manufacture, the nature
of the department and the proposed method of rectification shall be reported in
writing by the Contractor to the Engineer, and the Engineer may decide whether the
item of plant concerned as rectified, is acceptable. Acceptance of rectification
method by the Engineer shall in no way relieve the Contractor of his obligation to
supply materials which meet the requirements of the contract.
7.1.9 PACKAGING:
The Contractor shall prepare, pack and load all materials and equipment for
shipment in such a manner that they are protected from damage during shipment,
and shall be responsible for and make good any and all damages resulting from
improper packing. Items subject to open storage for several months at site shall be
suitably protected from weather damage.
The outside of all containers, packages, etc. shall be clearly marked with the total
weight, point of maximum weight and correct position for the attachment of lifting
hooks and cables.
The Bidder shall note that the climatic conditions shall be very severe which may
cause more rapid deterioration of some parts of the equipment than usual in
supplier's countries. Spare parts shall therefore be packed separately as specified
and shall be delivered adequately and properly packed for several years' storage.
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All equipment, parts and elements of mass production shall be standardised. These
pieces of equipment, parts and element shall include, but shall not be limited to, the
following:
Motors, pumps, flanges, bolts, valves, gauges and detectors, electrical instruments
and measuring devices, terminals and terminal boxes, primary, secondary and
auxiliary relays, contactors, fuses and switches, lamps, bulbs, sockets, plugs, push
buttons, etc.
Equipment which is not specifically manufactured for this Contract may be to the
manufacture’s standard coating system, provided that the system has a total dry film
thickness of at least 0.2mm, and has been approved, and the finished colour is
acceptable.
Painting which has been damaged during transportation or storage shall be restored
adequately by the Contractor after removing entirely the cost or part of the
deteriorated cost to the complete satisfaction of the engineer. The new, dry coat
must have the stipulated thickness.
The Contractor must supply sufficient quantities of primary and finishing paint for the
purpose of retouching at site.
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The Contractor shall be responsible for off-loading, safe-keeping, handling and
storage of all equipment supplied at site. The Contractor shall also provide all
necessary lifting and transport equipment for handling of all supplied material on his
storage space and from the storage space to the installation site.
If additional handling equipment is required for site installation, this shall be provided
by the Contractor.
As each part of the contract works is erected, it shall be submitted to the Engineer
for approval. Such approvals shall in no way relieve the contractor of any of his
obligations.
All protective relay cases and associated auxiliaries shall have been thoroughly
blown-out with dry gas and checked for proper operation of all jack contacts and
shorting bars or built-in test switches and shorting bars. All identification markers
and nameplates shall have been properly and accurately installed. All high voltage
connections shall have been accurately torqued or welded, any compounds or weld
spatter removed. All porcelain insulator materials for bushings, shall have been
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thoroughly cleaned immediately prior to energizing. All insulating oils shall have
been properly and thoroughly filtered and purified, checked for proper level, and
shall be tested for insulating quality immediately prior to energizing the equipment
with which it is used. The alignment of all working parts shall have been checked,
all adjustable devices calibrated and set at their proper operating value, all artificial
load tests completed, and any and all preliminary functional operational tests
required for satisfactory operation thoroughly completed.
7.1.20 CLEANING UP
Throughout the duration of the contract, the Contractor shall maintain the works
in a clean and tidy condition.
All material not in use and no longer required for the works, all condemned materials
and all rubbish, shall be removed from the site as and when required by the
Engineer. Combustible rubbish shall be removed daily and may be destroyed in an
approved fashion in an area designated by the Engineer.
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It is not intended to enumerate or describe all the works or services to be performed,
under these following clauses. The intention of the Contract is to have properly
completed substation ready for operation and the Contractor shall therefore perform
all work and services, except those specifically excluded, necessary for a complete
and proper erection and commissioning of the substation.
The Contractor shall ensure that the equipment delivered to site is complete and in
perfect order before proceeding with assembly and erection of same. All work shall
be done in a neat, precise manner according to the best practice applicable and as
approved by the engineer. The erection shall be carried out in accordance with the
time schedules.
In particular, the correct deflection of meters, wherever used ,and their accuracy
shall be checked. Also measurements to check the accuracy of watthour-meters
shall be made.
All necessary instruments and test equipment shall be provided by the Contractor
and their cost shall be included in the Lump Sum Price for erection and
commissioning of the substation. All plants shall be tested and commissioned by the
contractor in the presence of the Engineer.
7.1.23 CORONA
Equipment shall be designed as to minimize corona or other electrical discharge and
radio interference.
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Mechanical interlocks shall be employed where practicable and shall be effective at
the point where hand-power is applied so that stresses cannot be transferred to
parts remote from that point.
Fit breakers with electrical interlocks to interlock the breaker with its isolating
switches so that the switches cannot be operated while the breaker is closed, and
so that the switches can only be operated from the local position when the breaker
operating position has been selected on local.
All panel access doors shall be locked by square socket locks. Locks shall be
designed, constructed and located on the equipment so that they will remain
serviceable without operation or maintenance for continuous period of up to two
years and with suitable maintenance shall be fit for indefinite service.
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The earthing conductors leading from the equipment to the earthing grid shall be of
round copper or copper band with a minimum cross section of 70mm2. The copper
band shall have a minimum thickness of 3mm. Joints or splices shall be welded.
Fasteners shall be used to fix the conductors on walls, structures, etc.
Earthing rods shall be of copper clad steel with a full diameter of 16mm and length of
1.8m. The copper shall be of the same grade as the earth wire. The rods shall consist
of a steel core with heat welded copper cover of uniform thickness.
All connectors shall accommodate 95/50mm 2 in stranded copper wire and shall be of
an approved type. All bolts shall be of bronze alloy, cold formed with rolled threads and
having a minimum diameter of 12mm. The contractor shall submit detailed drawings
showing the dimensions, material, mechanical and electrical properties of the offered
connectors. All non-current carrying conductive equipment and all grounded neutrals
shall be connected to the earth grids with 70mm2 copper mesh unless other-wise
specified.
Structural Steel shall be earthed by applying bolted connections from two different
points of the earthed grid. In case of a structure consisting of several bays, each leg
shall be earthed.
7.1.27 DRAWINGS
Drawings to be submitted with the bid shall include sufficient information to show the
earthing system which shall be furnished and the method of connection.
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- After completion of each earthing system, tests shall be carried out by the
Contractor to prove that the resistance of the earthing system and the voltage
gradients inside and outside the substation(s) are kept within safe limits.
The Contractor shall designate an officer in charge of security that has the training
and the equipment to attend to emergency situation. This officer shall have the
authority to stop the work at any time, if he judges that security of personnel is
compromised or the method or equipment or machinery employed to perform the
work is not convenient, and expel any individual that does not comply with safety
rules.
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- there shall be at least two out of every 30 workers that is trained for first aid
and have readily available a suitable first aid kit,
- any worker responsible for maneuvering electrical equipment used for the
work shall be trained to cut power and attend to any worker that has been
electrocuted,
- equipment of 40 kg or less shall be handled by a minimum of two workers;
otherwise, crane or hoist shall be used,
- all tools shall be provided with hard wood handle with no loose part or
cutting edges,
- cutting tools shall come with proper handle length, security lock and storing
case,
- wrenches shall have a lever of convenient length to avoid the use of external
tube extension,
- handling of conductors or metallic cables close to energized lines or
substation bus shall be prohibited,
- work shall be performed by a minimum of two workers
- non-metallic ladders(made of treated wood or fibre glass) shall be preferably
used.
The measures shall be agreed with the Engineer and the Operator of the substation.
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7.1.31 ENGINEERING
The Contractor shall perform all engineering design and site measurement
necessary for the manufacturing, construction and installation of the facilities,
namely (not limitative and as appropriate):
- measurement of soil resistivity,
- design and calculation of the buried grounding grid (As per IEEE 80),
- detailed single line diagram and switchroom layout drawings with equipment
installation and connection drawings,
- bill of material for main equipment and miscellaneous material,
- batteries and chargers sizing calculations,
- substation service load calculations,
- equipment connection diagram with calculation of voltage drops for ac power
cables and dc supply to switching equipment,
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- protection relays setting table, and calculations and coordination study along
with verification of burden and instrument transformers with sizing of control
cables,
- schedule of control, power and digital cables
- schedule of all inputs/outputs available for SOE, SCADA and local man-
machine interface,
- schedule of all digital and analogue inputs for fault recorder,
- programming, configuration and settings of all software activated digital
devices.
All these are subject to Engineer’s approval prior to proceed with any work. If the
Contractor wishes to start the work without the Project Engineer’s consent or
approval, the Contractor will have to perform any corrective work that may result
from Engineer’s review and will not be entitled to any claim or compensation for
such work.
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object height plus clearance established previously (refer to IEC 71 and
CIGREE Committee 23 papers);
(b) circulation within substation: layout shall allow access to all apparatus with
vehicle equipped with necessary facilities (crane …) for easy maintenance or
retrieval;
(c) expansion: design shall allow for future expansion with additional feeders
and transformers bays;
(d) personnel access to live parts: where live part of an equipment could be
accessed by personnel, a structure or a pedestal shall be provided to insure
that a minimum safety distance (based on electrical clearance) be
maintained between a person and the live parts with an arm fully extended in
any direction.
(e) short-circuit withstand: equipment and busses shall withstand the dynamic
and thermal constraints of specified short-circuit currents;
(f) busses: in addition to ampacity and short-circuit current capability, the bus
shall be designed in consideration with mechanical constraints such as,
seismic reactions, deflections and thermal expansion; connections shall be
made by using flexible braided connectors or conductors with corresponding
hardware; rigid connection to main equipment is not allowed; means shall be
provided to avoid corona discharge using adequate hardware for connection,
joints, termination shield, etc.;
(g) all connections shall be mechanical; on site welding is prohibited;
(h) lighting: the lighting fixtures shall be installed on self-standing poles and
columns of the various structures to ease circulation in the substation and
illuminate specific control cabinet areas (circuit breakers, switches,
transformers, etc.); the recommended lighting levels are as follows:
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The Contractor shall submit for approval by the Project Engineer a detailed
grounding grid design comprising:
(a) overview of grounding grid;
(b) equipment grounding connections details;
(c) bill of material where the various items are identified;
(d) calculation brief: table of measurements on site with resistance versus
distance curves, calculation of first and second layer resistivity with curves of
resistivity as a function of distance, calculations of grid resistance, step and
touch voltages (refer to IEEE 80 design guide).
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(h) calculation brief of all protective relays settings along with coordination
graphics.
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(e) Metering and protection circuits: metering and protection circuits shall be
segregated such that instrument transformer windings can not be used
simultaneously for both application.
(f) The Contractor shall insure compatibility with the remote existing substation
line protection; the principle of existing line protection is:
- main and back-up distance protection with permissive under-reach carrier
scheme;
- main and back-up line differential protection in special application;
- weak end infeed logic with echo type carrier scheme and undervoltage
detection in remote substation (when applicable);
- the telecommunication channels are equipped with teleprotection units each
suitable for at least two signals which provides independent signals for
permissive under-reach, directional overcurrent permissive trip (1), transfer
trip (1) and weak end infeed logic; the transfer trip is used for shunt reactor
failures or line circuit breaker failure.
(g) Fault recorder system comprising a master station for the purpose of data
processing and fault analysis and remote terminal units located in various
substations.
7.1.36 CABLING
The Contractor shall submit for approval by the Project Manager a detailed cabling
design comprising (non-limitative):
(a) cable routing diagrams showing path of cables from control building to
the various apparatus and between apparatus;
(b) list of cables showing cable number, origin and destination, type of cable
estimated length and nature of signals transmitted;
(c) cable bill of material: total length of cable with safety margin for each
type of cable.
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junction box (supported by middle phase) shall be used for line current
transformers to group the three phases; all terminals of individual cores
shall be connected to the incoming terminal strip; jumpers are used to
close the three phase circuit and link to the outgoing terminal strip which
is connected to the cable departing for control building.
(c) Voltage transformers cables shall only carry voltage from this voltage
transformers set; the size of conductor shall be 4 mm2 Cu minimum; a
junction boxes (supported by middle phase) shall be used to group the
three phases in a breaker shall be used for the incoming voltage signal
and each individual feeder departing for the control building panels.
(d) Spare wires: Contractor shall make provision for spare wires in such a
way that there is at least 10% spare wires available in the cables linking
two equipments or junction boxes.
(e) Cable laying: cables shall be laid separately by voltage level; the AC
power cables shall be located preferably at bottom level of cable
trenches and DC cables at higher level.
The Contractor will advise the Engineer of the schedule of transportation and
delivery of all equipment and material that is included in his scope of supply.
b) Packing list
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An inventory of all shipment shall be made of each single item shown on the
packing list. Any sign of packing unauthorized opening or violation shall require a
detailed inventory of the content of the packing to record any missing or stolen part.
The equipment and material packing shall not be opened until the Contractor is
ready to proceed with the installation.
Damage reports shall be submitted to the Engineer. In case that the damaged
equipment was supplied by the Employer and it is proved that the damage was not
done by the EPC contractor, the Engineer shall take necessary measures for
repairs or replacement.
Once ready for assembly and erection of equipment , a detailed inventory of each
packing will be made to ensure completeness and integrity. Care shall be taken to
avoid mixing parts from identical equipment with different serial number.
As for equipment that will be used in the switchyard, a convenient area shall be
provided where there is not water flooding and sufficient space for the lifting and
handling machinery to manoeuvre. Once the work has been completed, the
Contractor will hand over to the Engineer all remaining unused material and
equipment along with the spare parts instruments and tools included in the supply.
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Completeness and integrity of these components will be one of the criteria to deliver
the provisional take-over certificate by the Engineer.
1 R Red
2 Y Yellow
3 B Blue
Neutral N Black
Earth E Green/Yellow
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Every item of high Voltage Apparatus shall be designated with a number. These
numbers are to be shown in the single line diagram and shall be used for the
designation in the diagrams, on the control switches of the apparatus, and on the
apparatus itself.
The 3-phase supply shall be used for power circuits and the single-phase supply for
lighting, motor controls and similar small power circuits, where a.c. current is not
specified.
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Tests which are for purpose of revealing faults in material or construction, i.e the tests
which are generally described in the Standard Specifications as routine tests, shall be
made on each piece of equipment to be supplied.
After assembly, the complete units shall as far as possible, be tested for operation
under simulated service conditions to assure the accuracy of wiring and proper
functioning of the equipment. Routine test certificates shall be submitted to the
Engineer within 60 days after tests have been successfully effected.
On arrival at site and during the course of erection, all items of equipment shall be
inspected and tested so as to ensure that there shall be no delay in commissioning
due to supply of incorrect or damaged equipment.
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At the end of the satisfactory tests of the installed equipment test certificates shall to
be issued within two weeks after taking over.
The Contractor shall bear all the expenses of tests carried out at his
subcontractor's workshop and at site.
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7.3.1.1 Functionalities
- one MM1 (i.e. control screen, PC,…) dedicated for the control of the
equipment;
- one MM1 for the alarms. It must be possible to use the second MM1 for
control in case of failure of the first one.
(2) The normal control of the plant will be from the control screen, which means:
(a) opening/closing of the HV breakers and disconnecting switches;
(b) closing of the HV breakers through built-in synchronization
equipment;
(c) operation of the transformer on-load tap changers, i.e. change from
Automatic to Manual, Increase and Decrease signals;
(d) change from Local to Remote mode;
(e) position indication of all HV equipment, including the transformer tap
positions and the;
(f) measurements of the active and reactive power, current and voltage,
power factor, frequency, energy measurement must also be included;
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(3) Software grouping of alarms (by bay, by HV equipment,…) on the control
screen must be included, so as to keep the operator permanently informed.
(4) The BCU’s (bay control units) will have the following features:
(g) they are used as a back-up control for the HV circuit-breakers and for
the transformer OLTC;
(h) A L/R (local/remote) switch is installed in the protection cabinet or will
be integrated in the BCU; it is used to select the control, either locally
(from the protection cabinet) or from the DSCS (R ); in L mode, the
control from the BCU or from the protection relay must be possible
even if the DSCS is out of service;
a. They send the control pulses to the HV equipment or to the
transformer OLTC, controlled by the DSCS;
b. They make the acquisition of the position of the HV equipment for
transmission to the DSCS; the state of the digital inputs must be
available on the relay or on the BCU front screen
c. They make the acquisition of the analogic measurements for
transmission to the DSCS; these measurements must be
available on the relay or on the BCU front screen.
7.3.1.2 Equipment
The DSCS basically consists of:
o A local high speed data transmission network, via optical fibres
o Several bay control units (BCU) for the acquisition of the analogic, digital and
alarm signals
o One (1) bay control unit for the general alarms of the 33kV equipment
o One (1) bay control unit for the general alarms of the 11kV equipment
o One (1) HMI (Human – Machine interface) unit for the control of the 33kV
system (synoptic diagram, measurements …..)
o One (1) HMI unit for the control of the 11kV system (synoptic diagram,
measurements …..)
o One (1) HMI unit for management of the alarms (can also be used as a back-up
for control of the 33kV system
o One (1) HMI unit for management of the alarms (can also be used as a back-up
for control of the 11kV system
o One (1) printer (data logger)
o One (1) gateway unit for SCADA
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o All software for normal operation of the system, and for loading of the data bank.
o Complete computer hardware/all peripherals with the latest technology. The
computer monitor screen shall not be less than 27” size.
o UPS (uninterruptible power supply) of minimum autonomy time of 4 hours
including a spare UPS. The facility to switch over to the spare UPS if the main
UPS is faulty shall be provided.
The Contractor has the opportunity to combine the BCU with a protection relay
(overcurrent relay) provided that all requirements and functionalities are satisfied.
7.3.2.1General
The On Load Tap Changer of the power transformers shall have indoor control
and relay panels mounted in the control room.
The Control facilities for the indoor switchgear units shall include the control
switches of circuit breakers and disconnectors, the mimic diagram, indicating
lights, instruments, recorders, alarm annunciators bells, hooters, as well as
associated relays, wiring and terminal blocks, for reliable and efficient
operation of the controlled equipment..
Each indoor switchgear unit shall be complete with protection relays, including
all auxiliary relays and equipment, wiring and terminal blocks, necessary to
constitute complete units ready for operation. Test sockets are provided for
testing the relays.
Protective relays shall be fully integrated into the existing protection scheme of
the substation, where applicable particularly regarding the automatic reclosing
schemes, the busbar protection, synchrocheck, etc.
The overcurrent relays shall be of the universal type, which means that any
standards IEC operating curves must be selectable, including the constant
time.
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Independent trip time must be available for each sensing unit.
Transformer auxiliary panels for the 33/11kV power transformers contain tap
position indicator, winding temperature indicator, raise-lower tap-changer
switch with tap-changer-in progress indicator, switches for parallel operation of
tap-changer, all equipment and devices for automatic voltage regulation, and
all the necessary auxiliary equipment, associated protection relays,
instruments, wiring and terminal blocks.
For the rehabilitation works shall include a digital substation control system, a
Bay control unit (BCU) shall be provided to include the interfacing equipment
for the substation control system, connected via optical fibre links.
a Panel Construction
Cubicles where applicable shall be constructed of 2mm sheet stele with edges
formed into a rectangular pattern or welded to steel shapes so that each
section is rigid and self supporting and enclosed.
All interior and exterior surfaces shall be cleaned of rust and scale before
application of a rust inhibiting primary coat of paint. Several coats of quick-
drying lacquer or paint of a colour to be approved shall then be applied.
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Protection panels shall be equipped with front and rear doors. Cabinets with
swinging panels will be used only if installation against a wall cannot be
avoided.
All panels and sections of panels shall be clearly labeled from the front and
from the rear.
Wiring between and within devices and terminal blocks shall be carried in
troughs or in neatly formed packs which shall be suitably secured to prevent
excessive stress on equipment or connections. Special care shall be taken
with connections between hinged or removable portions. Except for
connection to annunciator relays, the minimum wiring permissible will be
2.5mm2. All wiring terminals shall be clearly and permanently identified by
numbered ferrules. Trip wires shall be distinctively coloured and marked
“Trip”.
No wires shall be tied or jointed between terminal points. Bus wiring
between panels shall be fully insulated and completely segregated from the
main panel wiring.
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33 kV - Green
11 kV - Red
0.415 kV - Yellow
The operation and position indication of circuit breakers and isolators, where
applicable, shall be through discrepancy type control switches. The position of
hand operated isolators and earthing switches shall also be indicated in the
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control room by manually cancelled discrepancy indicator switches. The
discrepancy signal shall be of the flickering type.
The discrepancy type control and indicator switches shall be mounted integral
with the mimic diagram, the positions being indicated by alignment or 90o non-
alignment with the mimic bus diagram. Location of the switches in either
position shall be positive.
When a circuit breaker, isolator or earthing switch changes position due to local
operation or tripping, the lamp shall light and the alarm indicator shall come on.
All controls shall be operated at the relevant station battery voltage. Signals for
the position indication of circuit breakers, isolators and earthing switches shall
be separately fed from the individual terminal blocks.
Common audible alarms shall be provided for alarm signals. Trip function shall
operate a horn or siren, and non-trip functions shall operate a bell of buzzer. All
audible alarms shall be designed for central acceptance and shall allow repeated
enerigizing of the alarm between silencing and clearance of another alarm circuit.
A common facia indication panel for each circuit, shall be provided and mounted
on the associated control panel, where applicable. The units shall be of mutli-
window type (preferable with individually replaceable windows), alarms being
indicated by illumination of inscribed transparent windows.
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healthy circuits and shall remain inoperative during transient surges due to
switching or due to faults outside the protected zone.
The protection schemes shall be reliable, maintenance free, suitable for tropical
conditions and be complete with relays, auxiliary relays, associated resistors,
capacitors, reactors, fuses, terminal blocks, wiring, etc. All equipment shall be
mounted on panels (see section E.11.3.1 here above).
For single and double busbar substation schemes, the AR function may be
integrated in the distance relay.
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The BCU is connected to the metering CT’s and to the line VT’s. The
communication with the digital substation control system (DSCS) is ensured by
optical fibre links.
The BCU provides the following facilities:
- measurement and indications (MW, Mvar, Amps, Volts,………),
- input signals for signaling and alarms,
- output signals to control the HV equipment, autorecloser, OLTC etc.
In case of disturbance of the DSCS it must be possible to keep the full control of
the equipment of the bay (control of equipment, signaling, alarms and
measurements).
The BCU shall be available for both the 33kV and 11kV.
The cabinet contains all equipment required for the protection and control of the
transformer, including the facilities for OLTC (on-load tap changer).
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7.3.4.5 Auxiliary relays for transformer mechanical protection
The stand-by earth fault relay 51G will have two operation levels. It will be
connected to the CT’s on the ground connection of the 33kV earthing
transformer.
Digital Energy meters at both 33kV and 11kV feeders shall be provided
where required.
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7.3.5.2 Tests
Routine and type tests shall be made and the results issued in tests reports. A type
test certificate shall be accepted in lieu of the test.
All cables shall be fed in from bottom. The panel shall be equipped with all
necessary breakers, contractors and fuses, for the station equipment.
Incoming feeders from the local supply transformers shall be equipped with an
adequate circuit breaker with thermal and overload and short circuit release.
Paralleling facilities to enable the connection of the two incomers to the LV board
shall be provided in this contract.
Ten percent spare circuits shall be provided for circuits up to 63A 1-phase and 3-
phase.
Spares for circuits of more than 63A shall be provided (2 pieces of each type).
Pilot lamps are necessary for the feeder circuit breakers ("switch closed",
"transformer switched off").
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The 3-phase single busbar and one neutral busbar shall have a busbar rating of not
less than 400 amps. The busbars shall be of high conductivity copper and shall be
covered by suitable insulation.
The busbar shall be suitably rated for a short circuit rupturing current not less than
30kA. The interrupting current of the circuit breakers and fuses shall be not less
than 20kA .
Adequate short circuit limit devices shall be provided for automatic, miniature
current circuit breakers.
Measuring instruments shall be provided for incoming feeder current and busbar
voltage.
All other circuit cables and lines shall have an additional protection busbar in the
distribution panel. All wiring shall be concealed and all outlets shall be flush-
mounted.
a) 16 fluorescent lamps 40 W or
b) 10 bulb lamps 100 W or
c) Outlets single-phase or
d) 3 power outlets up to 15 A or
e) 2 power outlets up to 30 A (switchyard) or
f) 1 air-conditioner
7.3.5.5 Air-conditioning
Each station building shall be fitted with number of air-conditioner units as indicated
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in the Price Schedule. The rated voltage shall be 240VAC.
The forced air circulation system has to be designed in accordance with the
requirements of good Engineering practice. Standards used will be subject to the
approval of the engineer.
The intake of the gas in the battery room shall be near the floor and in the upper part of
the room and should be expelled over the roof of the building.
a) Engine nameplate
1) manufacturer's name
2) type
3) serial number
4) BHP
5) no. of cylinders
6) type of cooling
7) fuel consumption (litre/hour)
8) dimensions
9) weight
b) Alternator nameplate
1) manufacturer's name
2) type
3) serial number
4) rated kVA
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5) rated kV
6) rated current/phase
7) rated voltage
A suitable manually operated change-over system shall be used to connect the stand-
by generator to essential preselect LV a.c supply system in case of emergency.
A list of recommended spare parts for three year's use with corresponding prices
should submitted with the Bid.
7.3.6.2 Battery
Required Main Data
Battery voltage 110 V
Minimum battery capacity 150 AH
The batteries shall be of the stationary lead/acid type and shall preferably be equipped
with positive tubular plates.
The complete batteries shall include the cells, inter-cell connectors, terminal lugs,
racks, cell numbers etc.
The cell containers shall be heat-resistant, shock absorbing and entirely closed, and
shall be of hard rubber or preferably of transparent plastic. Ample electrolyte shall be
provided to prevent watering for long intervals. Each cell container, if not clear enough
for the electrolyte level to be seen through it, shall be equipped with an electrolyte level
indicator.
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Batteries shall be placed on floor mounted, sturdy wooden racks or on a plastic-coated
steel rack, suitable for easy maintenance. The surface finish of the wooden racks, if
used, shall be two coats of acid-resisting paint.
(b) The discharge capacity shall be so determined that at the end of the
discharge period of the 10 hours the voltage is not less than that nominal
discharge voltage.
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0 to 100% output current and
+ 10% - 15% input voltage
variation) 1 + 1%
- with battery in parallel: 3%
- without battery in parallel: 5%
Charging characteristics: IU according toIEC and DIN 41773
The battery charger shall be designed to operate with the battery and shall be of
sufficient capacity. It shall be automatic type with manual control for equalizing
charge. It should be without fans or moving parts and should be capable of
charging a completely discharged battery to full charge in a maximum of ten hours
while simultaneously supplying the station demand.
The charger shall be of the self adjusting type which will automatically adjust the
charging rate from 0.1A to full charger capacity to maintain desired battery cell
voltage. The transformer shall be provided with taps to maintain desired output
voltage with plus or minus 10 percent variations in nominal input voltage.
At any tap setting, the voltage regulator shall regulate the voltage within plus and
minus 1 percent of the regulator setting with an A.C. supply voltage variation as
stated in the required main data.
An externally operated device shall be furnished for adjusting the charging voltage.
The rectifiers of the charger shall be the full wave metallic type without vacuum tube
control devices in the control or regulating circuits. Adequate automatic protection
against over-loading shall be provided. An alarm shall be provided to operate upon
failure of charging current whether it is due to A.C. line failure, internal charger failure
or any other circumstances which causes the output voltage of the charger to
fail below the battery voltage. The charger shall be enclosed in an adequately
ventilated, free standing, metal cabinet arranged for
easy access to internal equipment.
The high voltage, low voltage and loss of main alarms of the charger shall be
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transmitted to the associated annunciator in the control room.
The chargers shall be fed from A.C. distribution panels. Double wound (isolating
transformers) shall be provided at the input side of the chargers to prevent galvanic
connection between the D.C. and A.C. systems.
The fan of the battery room shall be automatically controlled by the charger.
Auxiliary contacts shall be foreseen.
All cores with cross-sections larger than 2.5mm2 shall be stranded. For core cross
sections of 50mm2 or larger, single-core cables shall be used. Reduced conductor
size for the neutral will not be allowed. Each conductor shall be terminated at each
end on a stud type of unit construction, ASEA type. The terminal block shall be
suitable for accepting minimum cable sizes of 2.5mm2 - 10mm2. Unarmored cable
types may be allowed indoors provided adequate measures are made to make them
vermin proof. Such measures shall be subject to the approval of the Engineer.
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copper wire and the helix shall consist of copper tape. The outer sheath shall be of
PVC extruded.
The successful bidder shall as part of his first assignment carry out this survey work in
order to authenticate the route length of each line as earlier determined by the preliminary
survey. The survey drawings shall be submitted to the Employer for approval.
7.4.2 FABRICATION
7.4.2.1 General
High tensile steel capable of withstanding the calculated tension/stress shall be used for
the steel tubular poles and steel tension towers. The steel shall be free from, blisters,
scales, laminations, grease and other defects and suitable, in all respects, for fabrication
and hot-dip galvanizing.
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All members of prefabricated frames of super steel structure shall be carefully cut and
holes accurately drilled and located such that when members are in position, the relevant
holes will march each other. All equal members shall be interchangeable.
7.4.2.2 Marking
Steel members shall be marked distinctively with erection marks. Marks shall be clearly
visible after galvanizing and correspond to those on the erection drawings. Steel stamping
shall be performed with 16 mm high characters dies. Special care shall be taken to avoid
damaging the galvanize coating, to impair member strength or to expose the marks to
obliteration during transit.
The distance between centerline of holes located at the ends of a member shall not vary by
more that 1.5 from the specified value.
Holes diameter shall be made in gauge dimensions on steel members for the thickness of
subsequent galvanizing and the possible formation of spelter fillets inside the angles so as
to allow adequate erection clearance after galvanizing.
Holes shall be accurately placed so that, no “drifting” shall be necessary at site to facilitate
assembly.
7.4.2.4 Welding
Welding of steel shall be carried out before galvanizing in accordance with relevant DIN
and/or international standards. No welding shall be allowed for parts subjected to tension.
The contractor is to satisfy the Engineer that the welding is in accordance with the
requirements of the relevant DIN.
7.4.2.5 Bending
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All bending of pieces should be done cold. However, hot bending where advisable shall be
specified on the drawings. Bending shall be done in such a manner that full section shall
be maintained and that the physical properties of steel will not be impaired Agreement of
Purchaser shall be obtained for any bending by cutting and welding.
Bolt shall extend by at least two threads from the nut. All bolts shall come with a “grower”
type spring washer.
The main members’ splices and connections shall not be aligned vertically or horizontally.
Spacing between the connections shall be at least1800 mm.
The spacing between two bolts shall be of twice the diameter plus 10 mm.
The diagonal members connections shall be made in such a way to avoid eccentricity.
Where angles are lap spliced, the heel of the inside angle shall be in such a way as to
avoid eccentricity.
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7.4.3 EQUIPOTENTIAL RINGS
Equipotential grading rings shall be provided and installed by the Contractor on all live parts
and wherever in the opinion of the Engineer, such rings are necessary to reduce the
dielectric stress on the live surfaces in order to obviate radio interference or corona effect.
The shape and finish of such rings shall be such that the external live surface of the
associated equipment is entirely surrounded and that the form of the dielectric field in the
immediate vicinity of the live rings is smooth enough to reduce the voltage gradient within
safe limits even under the most severe conditions of operating and climate conditions.
The rings shall be constituted by aluminum alloy pipes of adequate diameter. They shall be
as light as possible and present the minimum possible moment of inertia.
(a) To prevent ingress and accumulation of moisture and impurities inside the
ring.
(b) To fasten the ring to the associated equipment, in such a way as to
prevent loosening under any circumstances.
(c) To avoid vibrations or reasonable effects during operation.
The design of the ring assembles shall permit their easy partial or total installation,
dismantling and replacement, without disturbing the associated equipment. Within the
limits of an effective design, the types of rings shall be standardized as much as possible.
The design of the line shall assume a maximum span of 120m between steel tubular poles
and sectionalized after every a maximum of every ten-spans. The section points shall made
of steel tension towers. All erected steel tubular poles shall be adequately earthed. The
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points of earthing connection shall be accessible for inspection. The resistance of such
earthing connections shall not be more than 1 ohm.
Tension steel towers shall be made of galvanized steel trusses. The tower members shall
be bolted together using vandal-proof bolts and nuts.
All erected steel tension towers shall be adequately earthed at two legs which are
diagonally opposite. The points of earthing connection shall be accessible for inspection.
The resistance of such earthing connections shall not be more than 1 ohm.
The design of the line shall assume a maximum span of 50m between concrete poles and
sectionalized after every a maximum of every ten-spans. The section points shall made of
H – Pole arrangement.
All erected H-Poles shall have the channel iron members adequately earthed. The points of
earthing connection shall be accessible for inspection. The resistance of such earthing
connections shall not be more than 1 ohm.
The concrete pole shall be pre-stressed during manufacture and shall be 10.36m minimum in
height. The manufacturing process of the concrete poles shall be approved by the Engineer
and tests shall be carried out to the satisfaction of the Engineer.
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The design of the line shall assume a maximum span of 50m between concrete poles and
sectionalized after every a maximum of every ten-spans.
All erected H-Poles shall have the channel iron members adequately earthed. The points of
earthing connection shall be accessible for inspection. The resistance of such earthing
connections shall not be more than 1 ohm.
The concrete pole shall be pre-stressed during manufacture and shall be 12m minimum in
height and shall have a rectangular or square cross-section. The manufacturing process of
the concrete poles shall be approved by the Engineer and tests shall be carried out to the
satisfaction of the Engineer.
For reinforced concrete pole Double circuit arrangement, the overhead phase
conductors shall be 150mm2 AAC(All Aluminum Conductor), 3.25 x 19 cores.
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7.4.7.4 Joints
Joints for connecting line conductors shall be of approved types. Tension joints for
ACRS conductor shall be of the compression type. The design of the joint shall be
such as to make it impossible to position the steel sleeve incorrectly. The electrical
conductivity and current carrying capacity of each joint under the test conditions
shall not be less than those of the line conductors.
The Contractor shall provide suitable evidence of satisfactory service performance of the
dampers to be supplied. Shall be test results for fatigue an damping performance.
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Danger Plates; Conspicuous “DANGER” plates each of approved design shall be
provided and fixed at all towers and poles.
Route and Tower Number: Plates indicating the route and tower numbers are to be
attached centrally on the tower and immediately below the “DANGER” plate.
The conductors of the 33kV cable and all other cables shall have copper wire
conductors. The sizes up to 16mm2 may be solid, all other sizes will be stranded.
The Contractor shall be required to prepare cabling lists, schematic diagrams, and
schedules for those cables to be provided under this contract, based on general
arrangements of cable runs provided by the Engineer. The lists, diagrams and
schedules are to be submitted to the Engineer for approval.
The Contractor is responsible for preparing detailed cable layout drawings and details on
supports and racking to the approval of the Engineer before the commencement of work.
The Contractor shall also provide final record drawings of all cable works as laid.
The power cables shall be cross-linked, polyethylene cables and shall be of single-core type.
The maximal load factor at rated current shall be 0.8. The cables shall be capable of
operating at a maximum conductor temperature of 70 oC.
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Rated frequency: 50Hz
One minute power frequency withstand voltage: 75KVrms
(1.2/50 microseconds): 170KVrms
Maximum initial symmetrical three-phase fault current: 19KA rms
Ambient soil temperature: 45 oC
Thermal soil resistivity: 120 oC cm/W
7.4.12.3Construction Requirement
The conductor for the 33KV cable shall be of high quality, stranded, compacted Copper and
single core. The conductor shield shall be of semi-conductive tape for preventing ingress of
semi-conductive gluing into the stranded conductor, easily shippable even after years of
service and stresses of short circuit.
7.4.12.4Tests
Power frequency test if equipment is made available. Direct current voltage test
on cables and associated terminals.
Any defects of the cables which are discovered by the verification procedure or tests
performed as stated above shall be ratified by the contractor at no extra his own cost as
directed by and to the satisfaction of the Engineer.
7.4.13 INSULATORS
Disc insulators shall be of toughened glass or porcelain, which together with their metal
fittings, shall comply with IEC 305 and BS 3288 (part 1) or other approved standard.
Insulators on straight-line towers shall be of the suspension type. Disc insulators shall be
provided with ball and socket fittings and retaining pins or locking devices. They shall be so
formed that when set and under any conditions nothing but extreme deformation of the
retaining pins or locking devices shall allow separation of the insulator units or fittings or
shall cause any risk of the retaining pins or locking devices being displaced accidentally.
Their design shall be such as to allow easy removal or replacement of the insulator units or
fittings under live line condition.
The suspension type insulators shall be used for double circuit lines while
pin insulators shall be used for single circuit lines.
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Surge arresters shall be of metal-oxide type. The surge arresters shall be complete for
mounting on either fixing iron of steel structures, gantries transmission line steel towers.
Operating Counter
All types of arresters shall be equipped with operation counters for indicating the number of
times the arrester has operated on account of lightning or switching surges.
Nameplate
The following information shall appear on the nameplate of the lightning arrester.
1. rated voltage
2. rated frequency
3. nominal discharge current
4. type, manufacturer’s name and year of manufacture
3. Volume of concrete =
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3. Volume of concrete =
3. Volume of concrete =
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7.5.1 SCOPE: This specification covers, engineering, manufacture, assembly, stage testing,
inspection and testing before supply, delivery at site, erection and commissioning of oil
immersed, naturally cooled 3 phase 11/.415kV Completely Self Protected (CSP) type
Distribution Transformers.
7.5.1.1 It is not the intent to specify completely herein all the details of the design and construction
of this equipment. However the equipment shall conform in all respects to high standards
of engineering, design and workmanship and shall be capable of performing in continuous
commercial operation up to the Bidder’s guarantee, in a manner acceptable to the
Employer, who will interpret the meanings of drawings and specification and shall have the
power to reject any work or material which, in his judgment is not in accordance therewith.
The offered equipment shall be complete with all components necessary for their effective
and trouble free operation. Such components shall be deemed to be within the scope of
Bidder’s supply irrespective of whether those are specifically brought out in this
specification and / or the commercial order or not.
7.5.2 STANDARDS:
7.5.2.1 The materials shall conform in all respects to the relevant Indian / International
Standard Specification, with latest amendments thereof, some of them are listed
below:
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Specification for Low Voltage bushings IEC-60137
Specification for Outdoor Bushings DIN 42531 to 33
Specification for commercial grade ASTM D 1933-Type-III
Nitrogen
Specification for Metal Oxide Lightning IEC 60099-4
Arresters
Specification for colors for ready mixed RAL
paints
Guide for loading of oil Immersed IEC-60354
Transformers
Specification for LT Circuit Breaker IEC 60947-2 (1989), VDE 0645
Specification for HV Fuses for IEC-60787 , IEC-60282
Transformer Circuit
Specification for Galvanized Metal parts ISO-1461 or ASTM123/A123M-02
The Distribution Transformers to be supplied against this Specification shall be suitable for
satisfactory continuous operation under the following climatic conditions as IEC-60076
latest revision.
The equipment shall be for use in moderately hot and humid tropical climate, conducive to
rust and fungus growth.
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The Transformers shall be suitable for outdoor installation with three phase, 50 c/s, 11 kV
system in which the neutral is effectively earthed and they shall be suitable for service
under fluctuations in supply voltage up to plus 10% to minus 15%.
a) CRGO Material
i) The core shall be generally of high grade cold rolled grain annealed steel lamination having
low loss and good grain properties, coated with hot oil proof insulation, bolted together and
to the frames firmly to prevent vibration or noise. The complete design of core must ensure
permanency of the core losses with continuous working of the transformers. The value of
the maximum flux density allowed in the design and grade of lamination used shall be
clearly stated in the offer.
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ii) Core Clamping for CRGO:
iii) The transformer core shall be suitable for over fluxing (due to combined effect of voltage
and frequency) up to 12.5% without injurious heating at full load conditions and shall not
get saturated. The Bidder shall furnish necessary design data in support of this situation.
iv) No load current shall not exceed 3% of full load current and will be measured by energising
the transformer at 415 volts, 50 c/s on the secondary. Increase of voltage of 415 volts by
12.5% shall not increase the no load current by Max. 6% of full load current. Test for
magnetic balance by connecting the LV phase by phase to rated phase voltage and
measurement of an, bn, cn voltage will be carried out.
b) AMORPHOUS Metal:
i) The core shall be high quality Amorphous ribbons having very low loss formed into wound
cores of rectangular shape, bolted together to the frames firmly to prevent vibration or
noise. The complete design of core must ensure permanency of the core loss with
continuous working of the transformers. The value of the flux density allowed in the design
shall be clearly stated in the offer. Curve showing the properties of the metal shall be
attached with the offer.
1 Core clamping shall be with top and bottom U-shaped core clamps made of sheet
steel clamped MS tie rods for efficient clamping.
2. MS core clamps shall be painted with varnish or oil-resistant paint.
3. MS rods shall be used as tie rods.
4. Suitable provision shall be made in the bottom core clamp / bottom plate of the
transformer to arrest movement of the active part.
7.5.5.2 The transformers core shall be suitable for over fluxing (due to combined effect of voltage
and frequency) upto 12.5% without injurious heating at full load conditions and shall not get
saturated. The Bidder shall furnish necessary design data in support of this situation.
7.5.5.3 No load current shall not exceed 2% of full load current and will be measured by energising
the transformer at 415 volts, 50c/s on the secondary. Increase of voltage of 415 volts by
12.5% shall not increase the no load current by Max. 5% of full load current. Test for
magnetic balance by connecting the LV phase by phase to rated phase voltage and
measurement of an, bn, cn voltage will be carried out.
NOTE: “Equal weightage shall be given to the transformers with Amorphous metal core and
CRGO”. For this project, AMORPHOUS METAL CORE is selected in view of its low
iron loss.
7.5.6 WINDINGS:
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b) LV winding shall be in even layers so that neutral formation will be at top.
c) The winding construction of single HV coil wound over LV coil is preferable.
d) Inter layer insulation shall be Epoxy dotted Kraft Paper.
e) Proper bonding of inter layer insulation with the conductor shall be ensured. Test
for Bonding strength to be conducted.
f) Dimensions of winding coils are very critical. Dimensional tolerances for winding
coils shall be within limits as specified in GTP.
7.5.6.1 Oil :
The insulating oil shall comply with the requirements of relevant standards IEC-
60296(2003).
7.5.7 LOSSES : The maximum losses at rated voltage and rated frequency permitted at 75 deg.
C. are indicated below:
The above losses are maximum allowable and there would not be any positive tolerance.
Bids with higher losses than the above specified values would be treated as Non-
responsive.
Transformers with losses less than those specified above will be capitalised during bid
evaluation as indicated below.
7.5.7.2 Temperature rise: The temperature rise over ambient shall not exceed the limits
described below:
Top oil temperature rise measured by thermometer : 35 deg.C
Winding temperature rise measured by resistance : 40 deg.C
Bids not meeting the above limits of temperature rise will be treated as
non-responsive
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7.5.8.1 During testing, if it is found that the actual measured losses are more than the values
quoted by the bidder penalty shall be recovered from the bidder at double the loss
capitalization rate arrived at clause 5.3. For fraction of a kW, proportionate penalty will be
recovered.
7.5.8.2 Transformers with temperature rise and impedance beyond guaranteed values:
7.5.8.2.1Purchaser reserves the right to reject any transformer during the test at supplier’s
works, if the temperature rise exceeds the guaranteed values.
7.5.8.2.2Purchaser reserves the right to reject any transformer during the test at supplier’s
works, if the impedance values differ from the guaranteed values including
tolerance.
7.5.8.2.3Purchaser also reserves the right to retain the rejected transformer and take it into
service until the Bidder replaces it with a new transformer at no extra cost. The
delivery as per contract will be counted when the new transformer as per
specification is provided by the manufacture.
7.5.10 TANK:
The transformer tank can be with radiator fins or made of corrugated panels.
i. The transformer tank shall be of robust construction rectangular in shape and shall be built
up of tested MS sheets.
ii. The internal clearance of tank shall be such that, it shall facilitate easy lifting of core with
coils from the tank without dismantling LV bushings.
iii. All joints of tank and fittings shall be oil tight and no bulging should occur during service.
The tank design shall be such that the core and windings can be lifted freely. The tank
plate shall be of such strength that the complete transformers when filled with oil may be
lifted bodily by means of lifting lugs. Inside of tank shall be painted with varnish / Hot oil.
iv. Manufacturer should carry out the all welding operations as per the relevant ASME
standards and submit a copy of the welding procedure qualifications and welder
performance qualification certificates to the customer.
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v. The four walls of the tank shall be made of Two “L” shaped sheets (without joints) fully
welded at the corners from inside and outside of the tank for withstanding a pressure of 0.8
kg/cm2 for 10 minutes.
vi. The tank shall be reinforced by welded angle on all the outside walls on the edge of the
tank to form two equal compartments. Permanent deflection when the tank without oil is
subject to a vacuum of 525 mm of mercury for rectangular tank and 760 mm of mercury for
round tank shall not be more than 5 mm upto 750 mm length and 6 mm up to 1250 mm
length. The tank shall further be capable of withstanding a pressure of 0.8 kg/sq. cm (g)
and a vacuum of 0.3 kg/sq. cm(g) without any deformation.
vii. a) Circular cross section cooling tubes of not less than 38 mm dia and 1.25 mm thick bent
& directly welded to tank shall be provided. The transformer shall be capable of giving
continuous rated output without exceeding the specified temperature rise. Bidder shall
submit the calculation sheet.
b) Lifting lugs: 4 Nos. welded heavy duty lifting lugs of MS plate 8 mm thick (min) suitably
reinforced by vertical supporting flat welded edgewise below the lug on the side wall.
c) Pulling lugs: 4 Nos. of welded heavy duty pulling lugs of MS plate 8 mm thick (min) shall
be provided to pull the transformer horizontally.
d) Top cover fixing bolts of G.I, 12 mm dia spaced at 100 mm apart, 6 mm Neoprene
bonded cork gaskets conforming to IEC-60076 shall be placed between tank and cover.
The bolts outside tank shall have 2 flat washers & one spring washer.
Tank Sealing: The space on the top of the oil shall be filled with dry air or nitrogen. The
nitrogen plus oil volume inside the tank shall be such that even under extreme operating
conditions, the pressure generated inside the tank does not exceed 0.4 kg/sq. cm positive
or negative. The nitrogen shall conform to commercial grade of the relevant Standard.
‘U’ shaped pressure relief vent of 2” diameter pipe with copper shim sheet as diaphragm
shall be provided on the top of the cover of the tank, such that the pressure released
should be directed to the ground. The vent shall be provided on opposite side of the circuit
breaker operating rod. The length of the vent pipe shall be such that, its one end should
project into the tank, so that its end is 10 mm above the minimum Oil level. The other end
of the vent pipe shall be guarded with wire mesh for preventing the entry of worms and
nesting. The diaphragm shall burst at a pressure of 0.76 to 0.95 kg/sq.cm.
The bidder may offer with corrugated tanks for 50kVA.Transformer tank shall be of robust
construction corrugation in shape and shall be built up of tested sheets of required thickness.
i. The internal clearance of tank shall be such that, it shall facilitate easy lifting of core with
coils from the tank and CCA, HV& LV bushings mounted on Top cover.
ii. All joints of tank and fittings shall be oil tight and no bulging should occur during service. The
tank design shall be such that the core and windings can be lifted freely. The tank plate shall
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be of such strength that the complete transformers when filled with oil may be lifted bodily by
means of lifting lugs. Inside of tank shall be painted with varnish / Hot oil.
iii. Manufacturer should carry out the all welding operations as per the relevant ASME
standards and submit a copy of the welding procedure qualifications and welder performance
qualification certificates to the customer.
iv. Corrugation panel shall be used for cooling. The transformer shall be capable of giving
continuous rated output without exceeding the specified temperature rise. Bidder shall
submit the calculation sheet.
v. Lifting lugs: 4 Nos. welded heavy duty lifting lugs of MS plate 8 mm thick (min) suitably
reinforced.
vi. Top cover fixing bolts of G.I adequately spaced and 6 mm Neoprene bonded cork gaskets
conforming to IEC-60076 shall be placed between tank and cover. The bolts outside tank
shall have 2 flat washers & one spring washer.
7.5.11.1General
7.5.11.1.1All paints shall be applied in accordance with the paint manufacturer’s
recommendations. Particular attention shall be paid to the following:
7.5.11.1.2 All paints, when applied in a normal full coat, shall be free from runs, sags, wrinkles,
patchiness, brush marks or other defects.
7.5.11.1.3 All primers shall be well marked into the surface, particularly in areas where
painting is evident, and the first priming coat shall be applied as soon as possible
after cleaning. The paint shall be applied by airless spray according to
manufacturer’s recommendations. However, where ever airless spray is not
possible, conventional spray be used with prior approval of Purchaser.
7.5.11.1.4 The Supplier shall, prior to painting protect nameplates, lettering gauges, sight
glasses, light fittings and similar such items.
7.5.11.2.1 After all machining, forming and welding has been completed, all steel work
surfaces shall be thoroughly cleaned of rust, scale, welding slag or spatter and
other contamination prior to any painting.
7.5.11.2.2 Steel surfaces shall be prepared by Sand / Shot blast cleaning or Chemical
cleaning by Seven Tank process including Phosphating to the appropriate quality.
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7.5.11.2.3 The pressure and volume of the compressed air supply for blast cleaning shall meet
the work requirements and shall be sufficiently free from all water contamination to
ensure that the cleaning process is not impaired.
7.5.11.2.4 Chipping, scraping and steel wire brushing using manual or power driven tools
cannot remove firmly adherent mill-scale shall only be used where blast cleaning is
impractical. Manufacturer to explain such areas in his technical offer clearly.
7.5.11.3.1 As soon as all items have been cleaned and within four hours of the subsequent
drying, they shall be given suitable anti-corrosion protection.
Followings are the types of paint that may be suitably used for the items to be
painted at shop and supply of matching paint to site: RAL-7032
7.5.11.4.1 Heat resistant paint (Hot oil proof)/ Varnish for inside surface.
7.5.11.4.2 For external surface one coat of Thermo Setting paint or 1 coat of Zinc chromate
primer followed by 2 coats of Polyurethene base Paint. These paints can be either
air drying or stoving.
7.5.11.4.3 The color of the finishing coats shall be dark admiral gray
7.5.11.5.1 All painting shall be carried out in conformity with both Specification and with the
paint manufacturer’s recommendation. All paints in any one particular system,
whether shop or site applied, shall originate from one paint manufacturer.
7.5.11.5.3 All prepared steel surfaces should be primed before visible re-rusting occurs or
within 4 hours, whichever is sooner.
Chemical treated steel surfaces shall be primed as soon as the surface is dry and
while the surface is till warm.
7.5.11.5.4 Where the quality of film is impaired by excess film thickness (wrinkling, mud
cracking or general softness) the Supplier shall remove the unsatisfactory paint
coating and apply another. As a general rule, dry film thickness should not exceed
the specified minimum dry film thickens by more than 25%. In all instances where
two or more coats of the same paint are specified, such coatings may or may not
be of contrasting colours.
7.5.11.5.5 Paint applied to items that are not be painted shall be removed at Supplier’s
expense, leaving the surface clean, unstained and undamaged.
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7.5.11.6 Damaged Paintwork
7.5.11.6.1 Any damage occurring to any part of a painting scheme shall be made good to the
same standard of corrosion protection and appearance as that originally employed.
a) The damaged area, together with an area extending 25 mm around its boundary,
shall be cleaned down to bare metal.
b) A priming coat shall be immediately applied, followed by a full paint finish equal to
that originally
applied and extending 50 mm around the perimeter of the original damage.
c) The repainted surface shall present a smooth surface. This shall be obtained by
carefully
chamfering the paint edges before and after priming.
7.5.11.7.1 To the maximum extent practicable the coats shall be applied as a continuous film
of uniform thickness and free of pores. Overspray, skips, runs, sags and drips
should be avoided. The different coats may or may not be of the same colour.
7.5.11.7.2 Each coat of paint shall be allowed to harden before the next is applied as per
manufacturer’s recommendation.
7.5.11.7.4 The requirements for the dry film thickness (DFT) of paint and the materials to be
used shall be as given below.
7.5.11.8 Tests
7.5.11.8.2 The painted surface shall pass the Cross Hatch Adhesion test, Salt spray test and
Hardness test as per the relevant ASTM standards.
NOTE: Supplier shall guarantee the painting performance requirement for a period of
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not less than 5 years.
7.5.12 BUSHINGS:
i) The bushings shall conform to the relevant standards specified and shall be outdoor.
The bushing rods and nuts shall be made of brass material 12 mm diameter for both HT &
LT. The bushings shall be fixed to the transformers on sided with straight pockets and in
the same plane. The tests as per IEC-60076 and IEC-60137 shall be conducted on the
transformer bushings as detailed below.
ii) For 11 kV, 17.5 kV class bushings shall be used and for 0.415 kV, 1.1 kV class bushings
shall be used. Bushings of plain shades shall be mounted on the side of the Tank and not
on top cover.
iii) Dimensions of the bushings of the voltage class shall conform to the Standards
specified.
iv) A minimum phase to phase clearance of 75 mm for LV (up to 1.1 kV bushings) and 255
mm for HV bushings shall be obtained with the bushing mounted on the transformer.
v) The bushings shall be fixed on sides with pockets in the same plane. Arcing horns shall
not be provided and instead brass caps shall be provided.
vi) Brazing of all inter connections, jumpers from winding to bushing shall have cross
section larger than the winding conductor. All the Brazers shall be qualified as per ASME,
Section – IX..
In the case of LV bushing, the internal bushing shall be made of tough insulating material
like epoxy and shall have embedded stem.
The LV bushings shall be so located that even under the hottest conditions the level of the
transformer oil shall be below the opening meant for fixing the LV bushings. The V
jumpers and bushing material shall be selected and designed for this condition.
The design of the internal bushing for LV shall be such as to provide adequate earth
clearance and creepage distance as stipulated in the standards specified. All other tests as
per relevant standards shall be applicable.
The bushings shall be of reputed make supplied by those manufacturers who are having
manufacturing and testing facilities for manufacture of insulators.
The terminal arrangement shall not require a separate oil chamber not connected to oil in
the main tank.
The LV bushing and HV bushing stems shall be provided with suitable terminal connectors
so as to connect the jumper without disturbing the bushing stem. Connectors shall be with
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eye bolts so as to receive 55 sq.mm. conductor for HV, Terminal connectors must have
type tested as per IEC-60999-2
.
High voltage and Low voltage phase windings shall be marked both in the terminal boards
inside the tank and on the outside with capital letter 1U, 1V, 1W and low voltage winding for
the same phase marked by corresponding small letter 2u, 2v, 2w. The neutral point
terminal shall be indicated by the letter 2n. Neutral terminal to be brought out and
connected to local grounding terminal by an Earthing strip.
CT’s shall be provided if required on secondary side for both 25kVA and 50kVA DTs.
a. Current Transformer shall be mounted inside the Tank on LV side of the transformer.
b. The current transformers shall comply with IEC-60044-1
c. All secondary leads of bushing mounted CT’s shall be brought to a terminal box near
each bushing. The CT terminals shall have shorting facility.
d. CT should not get saturated up to 200% of rated current.
e. CT parameters indicated under Technical parameters are tentative and are liable to
change within reasonable limits. The contractor shall obtain Owner’s approval before
proceeding with the design of CT’s.
DT RATING 50 kVA
CTR 100/5 A
CLASS 0.5
BURDEN 20 VA
APPLICATION METERING
ISF 5
9 kV, 5 kA Metal Oxide Lightning Arresters as per relevant standard, one number per
phase shall be fitted under the HV bushings with GI earth strip 25x4 mm connected to the
body of the transformer with necessary clamping arrangements. The metal oxide lightning
arresters shall be of reputed make.
7.5.18 FITTINGS:
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h) LV bushings - 4 Nos.
i) Pulling lugs - 4 Nos
j) Stiffener angle 40x40x5 mm and vertical strip of 50x5 mm flat
k) Radiators - No. & length may be mentioned (as per heat dissipation
calculations)
l) Arcing horns
m) Oil level guage indicating the positions of oil marked as follows
min ( -5 deg.C)
30 deg.C
max ( 98 deg.C)
7.5.19 FASTENERS:
All bolts, studs, screw threads, pipe threads, bolt heads and nuts shall comply with the
appropriate International Standards for metric threads, or the technical equivalent.
Bolts or studs shall not be less than 6 mm in diameter except when used for small wiring
terminals.
Wherever possible bolts shall be fitted in such a manner that in the event of failure of
locking resulting in the nuts working loose and falling off, the bolt will remain in position.
All ferrous bolts, nuts and washers placed in outdoor positions shall be treated to prevent
corrosion, by hot dip galvanising, except high tensile steel bolts and spring washers which
shall be electro-galvanised/ plated. Appropriate precautions shall be taken to prevent
electrolytic action between dissimilar metals.
Each bolt or stud shall project at least one thread but not more than three threads through
the nut, except when otherwise approved for terminal board studs or relay stems. If bolts
nuts are placed so that they are inaccessible by means of ordinary spanners, special
spanners shall be provided.
The length of the screwed portion of the bolts shall be such that no screw thread may form
part of a shear plane between members.
Protective washers of suitable material shall be provided front and back or the securing
screws.
The under base of all transformers shall be provided with two 75 x 40 mm channels
460 mm long with holes to make them suitable for fixing on a platform or plinth or pole
mounting.
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Specification for the HV fuses: Expulsion/any other suitable type of fuse placed in series
with the primary winding. This fuse is mounted normally inside of the primary bushing for
the three phases and is connected to the high voltage winding through a terminal block.
This has to protect that part of the electrical distribution system which is ahead of the
distribution transformers from faults which occur inside the distribution transformer i.e.,
either in the windings or some other part of the transformer. It shall be ensured that this
fuse does not blow for faults on the secondary side (LT side) of the transformer i.e., the
blowing characteristics of the fuse and LT breaker shall be so coordinated such that the
fuse shall not blow for any faults on the secondary side of the transformer beyond LT
breakers and those faults shall be cleared by the LT breaker only.
ii) Internally mounted oil immersed LT breaker on the LV side of the transformer:
3 Pole LT circuit breaker: All LT faults after the breaker shall be cleared by this breaker.
As such it shall be designed for perfect coordination with the HT fuse link. The Bidder shall
furnish the time / current characteristics of LT circuit breaker and 11 kV fuses for
various current multiples.
The two characteristics shall be drawn on the same sheet to indicate coordination between
the circuit breaker and fuse. The Bidder shall carry out coordination test as indicated
above and this forms one of the tests for acceptance test.
The breaker shall be coordinated thermally with the transformer design to follow closely the
variations of coil temperature due to fluctuating loads and ambient temperatures.
The circuit breaker shall also be closed and opened manually standing on ground. The
current carrying parts of breakers shall be copper plus a set of copper tungsten current
interrupting contacts.
The cross section of the current carrying parts of the breaker shall withstand the full load
current at a current density not more than 2.5A/sq.mm (for additional mechanical strength
the area should be more).
A signal light shall be provided to give information about the loading condition of the
transformer. It shall forewarn any overloading problem at the installation such that a
replacement of the existing transformer with a higher capacity transformer can be planned.
The signal light mechanism shall not reset itself when the load drops from the overloaded
condition. The signal light shall remain lighted once the signal light contacts close due to
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overload and can be turned off by manual operation. (The signal light shall not give
indication for momentary overloading).
7.5.23 TESTS:
a) All the equipment offered shall be fully type tested by the bidder or his collaborator as per
the relevant standards including the additional type tests mentioned at clause 6.2. The
type test must have been conducted on a transformer of same design.
b) Special tests other than type and routine tests, as agreed between Employer and Bidder
shall also be carried out as per the relevant standards.
d) The test certificates for all routine and type tests for the transformers and also for the
bushings and transformer oil shall be submitted with the bid.
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the vacuum has been released shall not exceed the values specified below:
The pressure relief device shall be subject to increasing fluid pressure. It shall
operate before reaching the test pressure as specified in the above clause. The
operating pressure shall be recorded. The device shall seal off after the excess
pressure has been released.
Type test certificates for the tests carried out on prototype of same specifications
shall be submitted along with the bid.
The Employer may select the transformer for type tests randomly.
The transformers shall be subjected to the following routine/ acceptance test in presence of
purchaser’s representative at the place of manufacture before despatch without any extra
charges. The testing shall be carried out in accordance with IEC-60076.
1. Checking of weights, dimensions, fitting and accessories, tank sheet thickness, oil
quality, material, finish and workmanship as per QTP/QA Plan and contract
drawings.
2 Physical verification of core coil assembly and measurement of flux density of one
unit of each rating, in every inspection with reference to short circuit test report
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7.5.28 TOLERANCES
Unless otherwise specified herein the test value of the transformers supplied would be
within the tolerance permitted in the relevant standards. No positive tolerance is allowed on
guaranteed No Load and Load losses.
7.5.29 INSPECTION
All tests and inspection shall be made at the place of manufacture unless other wise
specifically agreed upon by the manufacturer and the Employer at the time of purchase.
The manufacturer shall afford the Engineer representing the Employer all reasonable
facilities, without charge to satisfy him that the material is being furnished in accordance
with specification.
The manufacturer shall provide all services to establish and maintain quality of
workmanship in his works and that of his sub-contractors to ensure the mechanical /
electrical performance of components, compliance with drawings, identification and
acceptability of all materials, parts and equipment as per latest quality standards of ISO
9000.
Along with the bid the manufacturer shall prepare Quality Assurance Plan identifying the
various stages of manufacture, quality checks performed at each stage and the Customer
hold points. The document shall also furnish details of method of checking, inspection and
acceptance standards / values and get the approval of Employer or his representative
before proceeding with manufacturing. However, Employer or his representative shall have
the right to review the inspection reports, quality checks and results of manufacturer’s in-
house inspection department which are not customer hold points and the manufacturer
shall comply with the remarks made by Employer or his representative on such reviews
with regards to further testing, rectification or rejection etc. Manufacturer should submit the
list of equipment for testing along with latest calibration certificates to the Employer.
The Employer shall have every right to appoint a third party inspection to carry out the
inspection process. The Employer has the right to have the test carried out at his own cost
by an independent agency wherever the dispute regarding the quality of supply. The
Employer has right to test 1% of the supply selected either from the stores or field to check
the quality of the product. In case of any deviation the Employer have every right to reject
the entire lot or penalize the manufacturer, which may lead to blacklisting among other
things.
7.5.30.1The Bidder shall invariably furnish the following information along with his bid, failing
which his bid shall be liable for rejection. Information shall be separately given for
individual type of equipment offered.
i Statement giving list of important raw materials, names of sub-suppliers for the raw
materials, list of standards according to which the raw materials are tested. List of
tests normally carried out on raw materials in the presence of Bidder’s
representative, copies of test certificates.
ii. Information and copies of test certificates as in (I) above in respect of bought out
accessories.
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iii. List of manufacturing facilities available.
iv. Level of automation achieved and list of areas where manual processing exists.
v List of areas in manufacturing process, where stage inspections are normally
carried out for quality control and details of such tests and inspection.
vi List of testing equipment available with the bidder for final testing of equipment
along with valid calibration reports shall be furnished with the bid. Manufacturer
shall posses 0.1 class instruments for measurement of losses.
vii Quality Assurance Plan (QAP) with hold points for Employer’s Inspection as per
Annexure.
7.5.30.2The successful Bidder shall within 30 days of placement of order, submit following
information to the Employer.
i List of raw materials as well as bought out accessories and the names of sub-
suppliers selected from those furnished along with offer.
ii. Type test certificates of the raw materials and bought out accessories.
7.5.30.3The successful Bidder shall submit the routine test certificates of bought out
accessories and central excise passes for raw material at the time of routine testing.
7.5.31 DOCUMENTATION
The Bidder shall furnish along with the bid the dimensional drawings of the items offered
indicating all the fittings.
7.5.32.1 The packing shall be done as per the manufacturer’s standard practice. However, it
should be ensured that the packing is such that, the material would not get damaged
during transit by Rail / Road / Sea.
7.5.32.2 The making on each package shall be as per the relevant IEC.
The EPC Contractor shall have the responsibility of arranging for the Factory Acceptance
tests for the Distribution Transformers. The Contractor shall bear the cost for all personal
expenses, flight tickets and accomodation for four(4) of the Employer’s representatives that
will witness the FAT.
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ANNEXURE-I
GUARANTEED & OTHER PARTICULARS FOR DISTRIBUTION TRANSFORMERS
(To be furnished by the Manufacturer)
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LV 3 kV/50 Hz for 1 minute
20 Weight content of
a) Core lamination (min)
b) Windings (min)
c) Tank & Fittings
d) Oil
e) Oil qty (min)
f) Total Weight
21 Oil Data
1. Qty for first filling (min)
2. Grade of oil used
3. Maker’s name
4. BDV at the time of filling
22 Transformer:
1) Overall length x breadth x height
2) Tank length x breadth x height
3) Thickness of plates for
a) Side plate (min)
b) Top & Bottom plate (min)
23 Radiation:
1) Heat dissipation by tank walls exclusive top & bottom
2) Heat dissipation by cooling tube
3) Dia & thickness of cooling tube
4) Whether calculation sheet for selecting cooling
area to ensure that the transformer is capable
of giving continuous rated output without exceeding
temperature rise is enclosed.
24 Inter layer insulation provided in design for
1) Top & bottom layer
2) In between all layer
3) Details of end insulation
4) Whether wedges are provided at 50% turns of the HV coil
25 Insulation materials provided
a) For Conductors (1) HV (2) LV
b For Core
26 Size of the wire used
1) HV a) SWG/mm
b) Dia
2) LV a) Strip size
b) No. of Conductors in parallel
c) Total area of cross section (sq.mm.)
27 Is the name plate gives all particulars as required in Tender
28 Particulars of Bushings HV / LV
1) Maker’s name
2) Type / IEC
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3) Rating as per IEC
4) Dry Power frequency voltage withstand test
5) Wet Power frequency voltage withstand test
29 Particulars of Metal oxide lightning arrester
30 Medium of free space above oil level for CSP Transformer oil
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ANNEXURE-II
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Sl.No. Description
1. Core Grade
2. Core diameter mm
3. Gross Core area cm
4. Net Core area cm
5. Flux density Tesla
6. Wt. of Core kg.
7. Loss per kg. of Core at the W/kg
Specified Flux density ( Epstein Value)
8. Core window height mm
9. Center to center distance of the core mm
10. No. of L.V. Turns mm
11. No. of H V turns
12. Size of LV Conductor bare/ covered mm
13. Size of HV conductor bare/covered mm
14. No. of parallels
15. Current density of LV winding amps/sq.mm.
16. Current density of HV winding amps/sq.mm
17. Wt. of the LV winding for Transformer kg.
18. Wt. of the HV winding for Transformer kg.
19. No. of LV Coils/phase
20. No. of HV coils . phase
21. Height of LV Windings mm
22. Height of HV winding mm
23. ID/OD of LV winding mm
24. ID/OD of LV winding mm
25. Size of the duct in LV winding mm
26. Size of the duct in HV winding mm
27. Size of the duct between HV & LV mm
28. HV winding to LV clearance mm
29. HV winding to tank clearance mm
30. Calculated impedance %
31. HV to earth creepage distance mm
32. LV to earth creepage distance mm
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ANNEXURE-III
SOURCE OF MATERIALS/PLACES OF MANUFACTURE, TESTING AND INSPECTION
1. Laminations
2. Aluminium / Copper
4. Oil
5. Press Boards
6. Kraft Paper
8. Gaskets
9. Bushing HV / LV
10. Paints
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ACRONYMS
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Reference Abbreviations Name and Address
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QUALITY ASSURANCE PLAN FOR CSP DISTRIBUTION TRANSFORMERS
Quality assurance plan is the document setting out the specific quality practices,
resources, and sequence of activities relevant to a particular product. Quality plan helps
both the purchaser and supplier as it defines each and every material used, every stage
of manufacturing process, characteristics to be checked, extent of check, reference
documents, acceptance norm and format of record specifically.
Abbreviations:
PS - Plant Standard / Process Specification
TR - Test Report
IS - Indian/ International Standard
CS - Customer Specification
AD - Approved Document such as Drawing, Purchase Order
V - Verified by
P - Performed by
W - Witnessed by
H - Hold by Purchaser
1 - Purchaser
2 - Manufacturer
3 - External laboratory
4 - Sub Vendor QC
Notes:
1. Minor: The characteristics of a component, process or operation whose
failure neither materially reduce the usability of the product in
operation, nor does it affect the aesthetic aspects.
2. Major: The characteristics of a component, process, or operation whose
failure may cause operation failure which cannot be readily
corrected,at site cause substandard performance
increase erection and maintenance cost, reduce life or seriously
affect aesthetics.
3. Critical: The characteristic of a component, process, or operation failure of
which will surely cause operating failure or intermittent troubles
which is difficult to rectify at site or render the unit unfit for use or
safety hazards.
4. “Failure” of a characteristic means failure to meet the ‘accepted norms’
5. Sampling Generally sampling will be done in accordance with IEC-60076
If 100% Witness of tests are carried out by the Prime Supplier,Customer will witness on
sample basis. If 100% witness of tests is carried out by the Sub-Vendor, the Manufacturer
will witness on sample basis.
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QUALITY ASSURANCE PLAN FOR CSP DISTRIBUTION TRANSFORMERS
SL. COMPONENT CHARACTERISTI CLAS TYPE OF QUANT REFERENCE ACCEPTANC FORMAT AGENCY REMARK
& CS S UM E OF S
NO OPERATIONS CHECK OF DOCUMENT NORMS RECORD V P W H
CHECK
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
RAW
MATERIALS
1. CRGO coils / Dimensions Major Measurement 100 %
Amorphous Specific losses Major Measurement 100
ribbons %(sam
ple
from
each
coil)
Chemical Major Measurement Sample
Analysis / lot
Surface Major Measurement 100%(s
Insulation ample
Resistance from
each
coil)
Transit Damages Major Visual 100 %
Stacking Factor Major Measurement 100
%(sam
ple
from
each
coil)
2. Copper Wire Tensile strength Major Measurement 100 %
Rods(Coils) Elongation Major Measurement 100 %
Dimensions Major Measurement 100 %
Transit damages Major Visual 100 %
Cracks & twists Major Visual 100 %
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Resistivity Major Measurement 100
%(sam
ple
from
each
bundle
/ coil)
Chemical Major Measurement one
Analysis sample/
Consig
nment
3. Aluminium Tensile strength Major Measurement 100 %
Wire
Rods(Coils) Elongation Major Measurement 100 %
Dimensions Major Measurement 100 %
Transit damages Major Visual 100 %
Cracks & twists Major Visual 100 %
Resistivity Major Measurement 100 %
Chemical Major Measurement one
Analysis sample/
Consig
nment
4. Kraft Paper Transit Damages Major Visual 100 %
& Packing
Condition
Dimensions Major Measurement 10 % of
lot
Density Major Measurement 100%
Tensile Strength Major Measurement (sampl
Elongation Major Measurement e from
each
coil)
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SL. COMPONENT CHARACTERIS CLAS TYPE OF QUANTUM REFEREN ACCEPTAN FORMAT AGENCY REMARK
& TICS S CE CE OF S
NO CHECK OF CHECK DOCUME NORMS RECORD V P W H
OPERATIONS NT
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Moisture content Major Measurem Sample from
ent each coil
Ash Content Major Measurem
ent
Dielectric Major Measurem 2 samples /
strength ent lot
5. Epoxy dotted Transit Major Visual 100 %
Kraft Damages &
Paper Packing
Condition
Dimensions Major Measurem 10 % of lot
ent
Density Major Measurem
ent Sample from
Tensile Strength Major Measurem each roll
ent
Elongation Major Measurem
ent
Moisture content Major Measurem
ent
Ash Content Major Measurem
ent
Dielectric Major Measurem 2 samples
strength ent /lot
Thickness of Major Measurem sample / lot
resin coating ent
6. Insulating Oil Appearance Measurem Sample from
Major ent each tanker
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Density at 27°C Major Measurem -do-
ent
Viscosity at Major Measurem -do-
27°C ent
Interfacial Major Measurem -do-
Tension at 27°C ent
Flash Point Major Measurem -do-
ent
Pour Point Major Measurem -do-
ent
Total Acidity Major Measurem -do-
ent
Corrosion Major Test Sample from
Sulpher copper batch
strip.19 hrs @
140°C
BDV Major Measurem Sample from
ent tanker
Dielectric Major Measurem -do-
dissipation ent
factor @ 90°C
Specific Major Measurem -do-
resistance ent
a) at 27°C
b) at 90°C
Oxidation Major Measurem Sample from
stability ent each batch
Accelerated Major Test
aging test
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SL. COMPONENT CHARACTERIS CLAS TYPE OF QUANTU REFERE ACCEPTAN FORMAT AGENCY REMARK
& TICS S M NCE CE OF S
NO CHECK OF DOCUME NORMS RECORD V P W H
OPERATIONS CHECK NT
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Presence of Major Measurement Sample
oxidation from
inhibitor Each
tanker
Water content Major Measurement -do-
7. Insulating Finish Major Visual 10 % of
Press Appearance lot
Board Dimensions Major Measurement 10 % of
lot
Density Major Measurement Sample
/lot
Tensile Strength Major Measurement Sample
/lot
BDV Major Measurement Sample
/lot
Ash content Major Measurement Sample
/lot
Moisture content Major Measurement Sample
/lot
Conductivity of Major Measurement Sample
aqueous /lot
extracts
8. Perma Wood Finish Major Visual 10 % of
appearance lot
Dimensions Major Measurement 10 % of
lot
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Electric Strength Major Measurement Sample
/lot
Density Major Measurement Sample
/lot
Tensile Strength Major Measurement Sample
/lot
Cross breaking Major Measurement Sample
strength /lot
Impact strength Major Measurement Sample
/lot
Compressive Major Measurement Sample
strength /lot
Shear strength Major Measurement Sample
/lot
Moisture content Major Measurement Sample
/lot
Oil absorption Major Measurement Sample
/lot
9. Paper Covered Finish Major Visual 100 %
Conductor Appearance
Dimensions Major Measurement Sample/
bobbin
Resistivity Major Measurement Sample
/lot
Tensile Strength Major Measurement Sample
/lot
Elongation Major Measurement Sample
/lot
Covering Major Measurement Each
Thickness bobbin
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SL. COMPONENT CHARACTERIS CLAS TYPE OF QUANT REFER ACCEPTAN FORMAT AGENCY REMARK
& TICS S UM ENCE CE OF S
NO CHECK OF DOCU NORMS RECORD V P W H
OPERATIONS CHECK MENT
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
10. Enamel Finish Major Visual Sample
Covered Appearance / bobbin
Conductor Dimensions Major Measurement
Resistivity Major Measurement Sample
/lot
Tensile Strength Major Measurement Sample
/lot
Elongation Major Measurement Sample
from
10% of
bobbins
Covering Major Measurement Sample
Thickness / bobbin
Flexibility Test Major Test Sample
Adherence Major Test from
Heat Shock Major Test 40% of
Hardness Major Measurement bobbins
Solvent Major Test Sample
Resistance /lot
BDV Major Measurement 40%
Cut-through Test Major Test Sample
/lot
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(Plates, Dimension Major Measurement 2 % of
lot
Flats, Angles & Hardness Major Measurement Sample
/ lot
channels) Chemical Major Measurement Sample
composition / lot
Tensile strength Major Measurement Sample
/ lot
Yield strength Major Measurement Sample
/ lot
Elongation Major Measurement Sample
/ lot
Bend test Major Test Sample
/ lot
12. Hard Ware Dimensions Major Measurement Samplin
g
Finish Major Visual Samplin
appearance g
13. Gaskets Finish Major Visual 5%
appearance
Dimensions Major Measurement 5%
Compressibility Major Measurement Sample
/ lot
Tensile Strength Major Measurement Sample
/ lot
Recovery % Major Measurement Sample
/ lot
Oil immersion Major Measurement Sample
test / lot
Compression set Major Measurement Sample
% at 110°C / lot
Sl. COMPONENT CHARACTERIS CLAS TYPE OF QUANT REFER ACCEPTAN FORMAT AGENCY REMARK
& TICS S UM ENCE CE OF S
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NO CHECK OF DOCU NORMS RECORD V P WH
OPERATIONS CHECK MENT
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
14. Bushing
a) Porcelain Finish Major Visual 100 %
appearance
Dimensions Major Measurement 10% of
lot
Power frequency Major Test 5 Nos /
withstand test lot
Porasity test Major Test 5 Nos /
lot
Temperature Major Test 5 Nos /
cycle test lot
b) Metal Parts Finish Major Visual 5% of lot
appearance
Dimensions Major Measurement 5% of lot
15. Plating/ Finish Major Visual 2% of lot
appearance
Galvanizing/ Thickness of Major Measurement 2% of lot
coating
Phosphating
16. Epoxy resin for Appearance Major Visual Sample
core / lot
binding Viscosity Major Measurement Sample
/ lot
17. Paints
a) Primer Appearance Major Visual 100 %
Shade Major Visual 100 %
b) Hot oil Viscosity Major Measurement Sample
resistance / lot
Paint Shade Major Visual 100 %
Scratch Major Test Sample
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Hardness / lot
Drying time Major Measurement Sample
/ lot
c) Enamel Appearance Major Visual 100 %
Paint
Viscosity Major Measurement Sample
/ lot
Shade Major Visual 100 %
Drying time Major Measurement Sample
/ lot
Finish Major Visual 100 %
Scratch Major Test sample /
Hardness lot
Flexibility & Major Test Sample
adhesion / lot
d) Thermo Shade Major Visual 100%
setting
Powder Pencil Hardness Major Test Sample
Paint / lot
Cross Hatch Major Test Sample
Adhesion / lot
Curing Cycle Major Measurement Sample
/ lot
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SL. COMPONENT CHARACTERIST CLAS TYPE OF QUAN REFERE ACCEPTAN FORMAT AGENCY REMARK
& ICS S TUM NCE CE OF S
NO CHECK OF DOCUME NORMS RECORD V P W H
OPERATIONS CHEC NT
K
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
18. HV & LV Finish Major Visual 100%
appearance
connectors Dimensions Major Measurement 5 % of
lot
Tensile Strength Major Measurement 1 No /
lot
Chemical Major Test 1 No. /
Composition lot
19. Lightening Reference Major Test 100 %
arresters Voltage test
Lightening Major Test 100 %
Impulse Residual
Voltage Test
Partial Discharge Major Test 100 %
Test
Hermitical Major Test 100 %
Sealing Test
MANUFACTURING PROCESS &
ASSEMBLY:
1. Transformer Check of Raw Major Visual 100 %
tank & material
accessories Cutting of Major Measurement Sampli
material as per ng
given drawing
Finish Major Measurement Sampli
dimensions & ng
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completeness as
per drawing
Finish of weld Major Visual Sampli
ng
Finish of material Major Visual 100 %
after gas cuting
and welding
Leak test Major Test 100 %
Vacuum test Major Test One /
Rating
/
Design
Surface finish Major Visual 100 %
prior to paint
application
Check of inside Major Visual 100 %
painting
Application of Major Visual 100 %
Primer coating
Application of first Major Visual 100 %
coat of paint
Application of Major Visual 100 %
finish coat of
paint
Paint thickness Major Measurement 100 %
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SL. COMPONENT CHARACTERIST CLAS TYPE OF QUANTU REFE ACCEPTAN FORMAT AGENCY REMARK
& ICS S M RENC CE OF S
E
NO CHECK OF DOCU NORMS RECORD V P W H
OPERATIONS CHECK MENT
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Adhesion Major Test 10 %
Hardness Major Test 10 %
2. Frames & Check of raw Major Visual 100 %
Channels material
welding Dimensions Major Measurement Sampling
Weld finish Major Visual Sampling
Surface Major Visual 100%
Preperation
Painting Major Visual 100 %
3. Core
Assembly
a) Core Width Major Measurement Sampling
Cutting
Thickness Major Measurement Sampling
Length Major Measurement Sampling
Burr Major Measurement Sampling
Angle of Cutting Major Measurement Sampling
b) Core Temperature & Major Measurement Every
Anealing Speed one hour
c) Core Formation of core Major Measurement 100 %
assembly section
Core dia Major Measurement 100 %
Stack thickness Major Measurement 100 %
Leg length Major Measurement 100 %
Window width Major Measurement 100 %
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Core weight Major Measurement 100 %
Binding of limbs Major Visual 100 %
Assembly of Major Visual 100 %
frame structure
Pre-Core Losses Major Measurement Sampling
4. Winding Conductor Size Major Measurement 100 %
Former diameter Major Measurement 100 %
Coil dimensions ( Major Measurement 100 %
ID, OD, AH, RD)
Insulation Major Visual 100 %
arrangement
Turns Major Visual 100 %
arrangement
Transposition Major Visual 100 %
SL. COMPONENT CHARACTERIST CLAS TYPE OF QUANTU REFER ACCEPTAN FORMAT AGENCY REMARK
& ICS S M ENCE CE OF S
NO CHECK OF DOCU NORMS RECORD V P W H
OPERATIONS CHECK MENT
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Finishing and Major Visual 100 %
lead position
5. Insulation Dimensions Major Measurement Sampling
Components Finishing Major Visual 100 %
6. Core & Coil Dimensions Major Measurement 100 %
assembly Axial and Radial Major Measurement 100 %
Insulation
arrangement
Electrical Major Measurement 100 %
clearances
Yoke filling Major Visual 100 %
Position of lead Major Visual 100 %
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out
HV & LV Major Visual 100 %
connections
Insulation and Major Visual 100 %
finishing of
brazed / crimped
joints
Ratio test Major Test 100 %
7. Drying of core Temperature Major Measurement 100 %
coil
assembly Time duration Major Measurement 100 %
Insulation Major Measurement 100 %
Resistance
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NIGER
Sl. DELTA POWER
COMPONENT & HOLDING COMPANY
CHARACTERISTICS OF NIGERIA
CLASS PLC. QUANTUM
TYPE OF REFERENCE ACCEPTANCE FORMAT OF AGENCY REMARKS
OPERATIONS
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DISTRIBUTION LINES AND SUBSTATIONS PROJECTSCHECK OF
CHECK
DOCUMENT NORMS RECORD V P W H
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Request
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
INSPECTION & TESTING
01 ROUTINE a. Windings Critical Measurement 100 % IEC 60076 IEC 60076 TC 1 2 1
. TESTS Resistance
b. Voltage Ratio & Critical Measurement 100 % IEC 60076 IEC 60076 TC 1 2 1
Voltage vector
Relationship
c. Load loss and Critical Measurement 100 % IEC 60076 IEC 60076 TC 1 2 1
Impedance Voltage
Measurement
d. No load loss & Critical Measurement 100 % IEC 60076 IEC 60076 TC 1 2 1
No load current
e. Neutral Current Critical Measurement 100 % IEC 60076 IEC 60076 TC 1 2 1
Measurement
f. Insulation resistance Critical Measurement 100 % IEC 60076 IEC 60076 TC 1 2 1
g. Induced over Critical Measurement 100 % IEC 60076 IEC 60076 TC 1 2 1
Voltage test
h. Separate source Volt Critical Measurement 100 % IEC 60076 IEC 60076 TC 1 2 1
age with stand
tests
i. Oil sample test Critical Measurement 1sample / IEC IEC TC 2 1
lot 60296(2003) 60296(2003)
j. Magnetic balance Critical Measurement Sampling IEC 60076 IEC 60076 TC 1 2 1
test
k. Breaker Critical Measurement 100 % TC 1 2 1
Coordination test
02 TYPE TESTS a. Short circuit test Critical Measurement One / Each IEC 60076 IEC 60076 TC 3 1 1
. Rating
b. Temperature rise Critical Measurement One / Each IEC 60076 IEC 60076 TC 2 1 1
test Rating
c. Lightning Impulse Critical Measurement One / Each IEC 60076 IEC 60076 TC 3 1 1
Voltage test Rating
d. Measurement of Critical Measurement One / Each IEC 60076 IEC 60076 TC 2 1 1
acoustic noise level Rating
e. Vacuum test Critical Measurement IEC 60071-2 IEC 60071-2 TC 2 1 1
f. Pressure test Critical Measurement IEC 60071-2 IEC 60071-2 TC 2 1 1
- do-
g. Measurement of zero Critical Measurement IEC 60076 IEC 60076
sequence impedance
h. Measurement of Critical Measurement IEC 60076 IEC 60076 TC 2 1 1
harmonics of No load
current
i. Oil samples (Post Critical Measurement 1 sample IEC IEC TC 2 1
short circuit & 60296(2003) 60296(2003) 181
temperature rise test)
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7.6 HIGH VOLTAGE DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM(HVDS)
7.6.1 Scope
This specification covers the installation of pole mounted Completely Self
Protected (CSP) Distribution Transformers and relevant switchgear for
High Voltage Distribution System (HVDS) and provision of service
connection to customers.
The relevant IEC Standards will generally apply. Any other standards shall be
approved by the Supervising Engineer.
7.6.4.1 Scope
This specification covers the supply of line materials and actual erection of 11kV
overhead lines on reinforced concrete poles. The 11kV overhead lines shall be
single circuit type.
2.2 Conductors
The conductors shall be All Aluminium Conductor (AAC) and size in use shall be
150mm2.
Unless the conductors are fully insulated, the minimum clearance to buildings
shall be 3m. Where insulated conductors are used they shall be for complete spans
and not parts thereof. In this case, clearance to buildings shall not be less than
1.5m.
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2.4 Joints
Mid-span conductor joints shall not be allowed. Clamps shall have the same
electrical conductivity and current carrying capacity or more than the equivalent
length of the conductors. For connecting different metals, bimetal connectors to
prevent electrolytic action shall be used.
The design of the line shall assume an average span of 50m between concrete
poles and sectionalised after every 10 spans. The section poles shall be of H -
Pole arrangement. H – Pole arrangement shall also be used for the purpose of
mounting 25kVA and 50kVA CSP Transformers. The method of mounting these
transformers is shown in the bid documents.
All erected H-Poles shall have the channel iron members adequately earthed.
The points of earthing connection shall be accessible for inspection. The
resistance of such earthing connections shall not be more than 2 ohms.
A concrete foundation shall be provided for concrete poles erected. The design of
the foundation shall be as approved by the Supervising Engineer.
The Contractor shall supply and install Galvanized Angle Iron Cross arms and
shall be 6ft (1.82m) in length. Short spindles shall be fitted to give mean
conductor spacing of 76cm.
2.8 Stays
Stay wire shall be 25mm2 and of 700N/mm2 (45 tonne/in2) quality. Stay wire in
conjunction with 19mm (3/4’’) diameter stay rod shall be used. The minimum
angle between the stay and the pole shall be 30o. The size of baulks will not be
less than 70cm x 23cm x 13cm and shall be buried to a minimum depth of 2 m
(5ft). When excavating for the stay baulks the ground at the bottom of the hole
will be undercut so that the baulk pulls against the solid ground.
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Where Stay cannot be planted, struts as the same size as the pole shall be provided
with kicking block. Fly stay shall be used where stay or strut cannot be installed.
2.9 Insulators
11kV pin insulators of the porcelain type and porcelain disc insulators shall be
used.
These shall be printed on the pole immediately below the “DANGER” plate.
2.13 Earthing
(ii) Copper wire of cross section not less than 70mm2 shall be used. The earth wire
shall be stapled to the support at intervals of not less than 30cm (12 inches).
Staples of non-ferrous metal shall be used.
The earth wire shall be protected from mechanical damage by PVC pipe for a
distance of 3m (10ft) above ground level and 15cm below ground level. In all
cases the value of earth resistance shall not exceed 2 Ohms, but in the case of
surge diverters, shall be less than 1 Ohm.
(iii) Where pole mounted switchgear is operated by mechanism at ground level, all
metal work shall be bonded together and connected to an earth mat so situated as
to include within its area the whole of the ground of which the operator would
normally stand. The earth mat shall be of copper wire of section not less than
25mm2.
3.1 General
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Distribution Substations covered under the project scope of work shall be of two
types.
(a) 25kVA, 3-phase, 11kV/415V CSP transformers and shall be H-Pole mounted.
(b) 50kVA, 3-phase, 11kV/415V CSP transformers and shall be H-Pole mounted.
CSP transformers are manufactured complete with internal HV fuses and oil
immersed LV circuit breakers. Lightning arresters are mounted on the
transformers tanks. Therefore, separate lightning arresters and HV dropout fuses
would not be required at the substations.
For 25kVA and 50kVA 3-phase transformers, 11kV, Triple-Pole Air Break (AB)
Switches shall be provided by the contractor and mounted as indicated in the bid
documents. An operating handle shall be fixed rigidly to the structure at 1.2m
height above ground level and bonded to the main earth.
(i) All steel parts used on the structures, including bolts, nuts and washers shall
be hot dip galvanized conforming to international standards.
(ii) H-Pole arrangement other than section pole or terminal pole for mounting
transformers shall have one of the poles shorter than the pole carrying the
11kV conductor and placed at 0o to the line as indicated in drawing.
(iii)All electrical connections to the transformer shall be crimped with suitable
Aluminium alloy lugs and tightened using galvanized bolts and nuts with
galvanized washers.
(iv) Suitable Aluminium alloy line taps shall be used for HV connection to the
transformer HV bushings.
(v) All jumper connections from the line tap to the transformer bushing shall be
with 50mm2 AAC.
(vi)Low Tension (LT) 4-Core 50mm2 PVC Aluminium conductor shall be used
for connection between transformer LV terminals and LV Distribution Box.
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3.5 Method of erection
The method of installation of the CSP transformers on H-poles are depicted and
shown in drawings attached to this bidding document for guidance of the
Contractor.
The size of supports and structure of materials shown in the drawings are only
minimum sizes to be adopted. The contractor shall submit detailed drawings along
with the details of structure materials to be used for approval by the Employer.
The measured earthing resistance shall not be more that 2 (two) Ohms. If after
installation, the earth resistance is measured and found to be greater than 2
Ohms, the Contractor shall provide additional earth electrodes to bring the
earth resistance to below 2 Ohms without any additional cost to the Employer.
The contractor shall supply and install Low Voltage LV Distribution Box.
The LV Distribution Box enclosure shall be robust, durable and secure, providing
all weather and vandal resistant protection. The enclosure shall be made of well-
finished 3mm sheet steel. It shall be zinc metal sprayed before being coated in
electrostatically charged paint and cured in an oven for a hard, high gloss finish.
It shall be suitable for outdoor pole-mounted installation in an ambient
temperature of 50oC and humidity of 95%. Insulated handles shall also be
provided to the LV Distribution Box. The Contractor shall submit the complete
drawings of the LV Distribution Box showing all internal arrangement. The Box
shall be lockable using an in-lock.
Suitable number of holes with cable glands along with approved gaskets shall be
provided in the lower compartment of the LV Distribution Box. Neoprene Rubber
gasket shall be used in the door to avoid ingress of moisture and other elements.
The LV Distribution Box shall conform to IP-54 degree of protection and shall
have painting as per relevant IEC Standards.
The incomer to the busbar (housed in the LV Distribution Box itself) shall be
terminated at the centre of the busbar. Provision shall be made for neutral
Grounding. The LV Distribution Box shall be suitably earthed in accordance with
relevant IEC Standards.
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TECHNICAL DATA SCHEDULE
LV DISTRIBUTION BOX
Item No. Description Unit Required Guaranteed
For 3-phase (25kVA & 50kVA)
Transformer
Manufacturer
1.0 Type
1.1 Model No.
1.2 Installation
1.3 Outdoor
Characteristics
2.0 Rated Voltage
2.1 Maximum Voltage V 415
2.2 No.of Phases V 500
2.3 Busbar Current 3 ph. + 1 N
2.4 Frequency A 100
2.5 Rated short circuit current Hz 50
2.6 Ambient temperature kA 8 for 3 secs
o
2.7 Humidity C 50
2.8 Fuse base % 95
2.9 Outgoing terminals for AB No. 4
3.0 Cable No. 3
3.1 Busbar type Aluminium
3.2 Busbar dimension – Thick mm 3.0
Width cm 2.5
Length cm 32.0
3.3 Termination on Busbar Cable lugs
3.8 Fuses
Fuses shall be suitable for fixing on DIN fuse base mounted in LV distribution
boxes and as specified in the table below.
1.0 Manufacturer
1.1 Type HRC
1.2 Model No.
1.3 Installation Outdoor
1.4 Size NH00
1.5 Application General
purpose
2.0 Characteristics
2.1 Maximum Voltage V
2.2 Rated short circuit current for 3 KA 500
2.3 secs Hz 8
o
2.4 Frequency C 50
2.5 Ambient temperature % 50
2.6 Humidity A 95
Fuse rating - for 50kVA A 40
- for 25kVA 25
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3.9 Pre-Commissioning Test of Distribution Substations
All sections of 11kV line relevant to the substation being tested in (a) shall be
tested with High Voltage Test equipment.
After conducting all the tests set out in 3.7 above in the presence of and to the
complete satisfaction of the Supervising Engineer and in accordance with the
relevant specifications, the substations shall be commissioned before handing
over to the Employer.
The services to be realized from each transformer should be such that all
customers are served from the pole on which the transformer is mounted.
However, a maximum of one pole on either side of the transformer pole can be
used for the service connections. In this case, the LT line from the transformer
will be Aerial Bunched Cable to the other poles so as to avoid possibilities of
illegal tapping.
AB Cables shall be held in position using approved suspension clamps with Eye
Hooks as shown in drawing no. DT-04-1. Details are shown in drawing no. DT-
04-2.
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Suspension clamps shall have the following requirements:
(ii) The clamp shall be provided with black weather-resistant plastic coating of at
least 1mm thickness to prevent the insulation of the phase conductors from
chafing due to rubbing against the clamp.
(iii) Suspension clamp assembly shall provide sufficient flexibility to allow free
movement of the clamp at either straight runs or angle locations.
The maximum length of LV distribution lines must be limited such that a phase to
neutral fault at the most remote end of the line (including service line) will result
in sufficient current flow to operate the transformer LV circuit breaker. The
Supervising Engineer/ Consultant shall define the minimum tripping current.
The Contractor shall supply and install the customer service wires where they are
not existing and terminate same at the customers Metering point. The installation
of the energy meters shall be the responsibility of the Employer.
The Contractor shall liaise with the Supervising Engineer before commencing
installation.
The Contractor shall submit detailed work plan for approval by the Engineer. The
work plan shall contain strategies for minimizing prolonged outages to customers
such that supply could be restored when work is suspended especially at night.
The Contractor shall also be responsible for clearing and cleaning of site after
completion of the works.
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ANNEXURE I
1. SCOPE
This specification covers 11kV, 50Hz Three Pole Air Break Switches complete
with operating mechanism for outdoor installation. The switches shall be suitable
for operation under off-load conditions only and are intended for use on Three-
Phase Distribution Sub-stations.
2. APPLICABLE STANDARD
Unless otherwise stipulated in this specification, the AB switches shall generally
conform to the relevant IEC Standards.
3. CONSTRUCTIONAL FEATURES
The AB Switch shall be of three-pole construction and shall be suitable for
horizontal or vertical mounting as required by the Engineer. The switch shall have
two 11kV post insulators per phase suitably mounted on angle irons to enable easy
movement of insulators. The angles shall be mounted on a steel frame made of two
angle/channel supports. The switch shall be manually operated with a rocking type
arrangement through a 30mm2 Galvanized Iron coupling rod.
All current carrying parts shall be made of silver or nickle-plated 90% electrolytic
copper. The arcing horns shall be made of phosphor bronze and shall have spring-
assisted operation. The switch shall have a spring mechanism so as to ensure that
the speed of opening of contacts is independent of the speed of manual operation.
The spacing between the phases shall be adjustable between 600mm to 760mm.
Total length of the square beam/base frame shall be kept as 2650mm. The switch
assembly shall be suitable for mounting on a H-pole structure with centre-to-centre
distance between poles up to 2440mm. Length of the operating tube shall vary from
4800mm to 6000mm depending upon the mounting position of the switch on the
structure (exact length to be specified by the Engineer).
The switch shall be provided with bimetallic connectors on the incoming side to
accommodate Aluminium conductors of sizes 20, 30 and 50mm2. On the outgoing
side, about 1 metre long flexible coil type cable jumper of not less than 50mm2
Aluminium section shall be provided. All iron parts shall be hot dip galvanized
accordance with IEC Standard.
Typical constructional details of the AB Switch are shown in the relevant drawing.
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Bidders shall fill in the Guaranteed portion against each item specified in the
schedule below.
2.0 Characteristics
2.1 Rated Voltage kV 11
2.2 Maximum Voltage kV 12
2.3 Rated Nominal Current A 400
2.4 Rated Current Rated Lightning Impulse
Withstand Voltage
i. To earth and between poles kV 75
ii. Across the terminals of open kV 85
switch
2.5 Rated One-Minute Power Frequency
Withstand Voltage
i. To earth and between poles kV 28
ii. Across the terminals of open kV 32
switch
2.6 Ambient Temperature o
C 50
2.7 Humidity
% 95
2.8 Temperature Rise
i Copper contacts (Silverfaced) in air o
C 65
ii Terminals of the switch intended
to be connected to external o
C 50
conductors by bolts
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5. TYPE TESTS
The AB Switch shall be subjected to the following type tests in accordance with
IEC Standard.
i) Dielectric test (impulse and one minute wet power frequency withstand voltage
tests)
ii) Temperature rise test (for contacts and terminals)
iii) Short time current and peak withstand current tests
iv) Mainly active load breaking capacity test
v) Transformer off-load breaking capacity test
vi) Line charging breaking capacity test
vii) Cable charging breaking capacity test
viii) Operation and Mechanical Endurance test
6. ROUTINE TESTS
The AB Switches shall be subjected to the following routine tests:
i) Power frequency voltage dry test
ii) Measurement of the resistance of main circuit
iii) Operating test
7. INSPECTION
All tests and inspection shall be made at the place of manufacture unless
otherwise especially agreed upon by the manufacturer and purchaser at the time of
purchase. The manufacturer shall afford the inspector representing the purchaser
all reasonable facilities without charge, to satisfy him that the material is being
furnished in accordance with this specification.
The purchaser has the right to have the tests carried out at his own cost by an
independent agency whenever there is dispute regarding the quality of supply.
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DRAWING NO. DT - 06
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7.6 LT AERIAL BUNCHED CABLE
7.6.1 SCOPE:
The first part of the designation refers to the number and size (nominal cross
sectional area) of the phase conductor and the last part to size of the bare
AAA messenger.
Electrical Data:
A.B. Cable meeting any other alternative equivalent international standards ensuring
equal or better quality than the standards mentioned above and complying with this
technical specification shall also be acceptable. In case the tenders wish to offer
materials conforming to other standards a copy of such standard (English version
only) adopted shall invariably be enclosed to the bid.
7.6.2.1 GENERAL:
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The insulated phase conductors shall be twisted around the bare aluminium alloy
messenger wire, which shall take all the mechanical stress. The messenger wire
shall also serve as the earth-cum-neutral wire.
The phase conductors shall be insulated with black weather resistant High Density
Polyethylene (HDPE) suitable to 1100 V insulation. The insulated conductors shall
generally conform to the standards (i) & (ii) quoted in clause 2.2 above.
7.6.3.1 CONDUCTORS:
The outer layer in standard conductor shall have a right handed direction of lay (Z),
the surface of the conductors shall be smooth.
7.6.3.2 INSULATION
Material:
The insulation shall be black weather – resistant special high-density
polyethylene.
Phase Identification:
Durable and clearly visible longitudinal ridges shall be provided as follows on
each insulated conductors as indicated in Figure-5 for identification phases.
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- Density at 20 Deg. C 2.7 Kg/cubic –dm.
No joints are allowed in the messenger except those made on the base rod or
wire before final drawing. The messenger shall be round, stranded and
compacted to have smooth round surface.
The messenger takes all the mechanical stress and also serves as neutral
conductor.
7.6.4.1 DESIGN:
The cable consists of one to three black weather resistant special high density
polyethylene (HDPE) insulated aluminium phase conductor’s stranded around a
bare all aluminium alloy messenger which is also the neutral conductor. The
construction data are specified in Annexure-I.
The resistance of the phase conductors and the messenger are determined with
direct current and the same are corrected to 20 Deg. C using the formula and co-
efficient given in clause-5 of the standard IEC 2.8 B. The values obtained shall
not exceed the resistance given in Annexure-2.
Volume Resistivity of
Insulation
At 27 Deg. C. = 1 X 10 15 ohm cm
(min)
At 70 Deg. C. = 1 X 10 13 ohm cm
(min)
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7.6.5 TESTS ON LT AB CABLE:
Electrical Tests:
a) High Voltage test including water immersion test (IS: 1596)
b) High Voltage test at room temperature
c) Measurement of resistance of phase conductor and messenger wire.
Mechanical Tests:
d) Physical tests for polyethylene insulation.
(i) Ageing in air oven
(ii) Shrinkage test
(iii) Hot deformation
(iv) Loss of mass in air oven
(v) Heat shock test
(vi) Thermal stability
The test shall be performed on a sample of complete cable. The sample shall be
bent around a test mandrel at room temperature for at least one complete turn. It
shall then be unwound and the process shall be repeated after turning the sample
around its axis 180 Deg. The cycle of these operations shall then be repeated
more. The diameter of the mandrel shall be 10 (D+d).
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a. Manufacturer’s Name or Trade Mark
b. Type of cable and voltage grade
c. Drum number or identification number
d. Number of cores and size of cable
e. Number and length of pieces of cable in each drum
f. Gross / Net mass of the cable
g. Direction of rotation of drum (By means of an arrow)
While longer length shall be acceptable, shorter lengths not less than 500 Mtrs. shall
be acceptable to the extent of 10% of the size wise ordered quantity only.
All the cables shall have the following marking embossed on the insulated phase
conductors for identification: APCPDCL, in addition to manufacturer’s name and
year of manufacture at regular intervals of not more than one meter.
ANNEXURE-I
CONSTRUCTIONAL DATA AND DIMENSIONS OF
LT AERIAL BUNCHED CABLES
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ANNEXTURE-II
D.C. RESISTANCE AND INSULATION OF
LT AERIAL BUNCHED CABLE
Note:
1. The average value of the thickness of the insulation shall not be less than the
specified average value
2. The thickness at any place may be less than the specified average value, provided
that the difference does not exceed 0.1 mm + 102 of the specified average value.
3. For thickness of insulation six measurements are made radially on a piece of
insulation, as far as possible equally spaced around the circumference but not on the
ridges
ANNEXURE-III
No & area 0 +5 +10 +15 +20 +25 +30 +35 +40 +45 +50 +55 +60
of Deg. Deg. Deg. Deg Deg Deg Deg Deg Deg Deg Deg Deg Deg
Conductors C C C C C C C C C C C C C
CURRENT CARRYING CAPACITY IN AMPERES
3x16+25 99 96 93 89 85 81 77 73 69 64 58 52 44
Sq. Mm
Sl. Particulars 3 x 16 + 25
No. Sq.mm
1. Name of manufacturer
2. Applicable standard/specification
3. Type of Cable (construction to be described)
4. Size of Cable
5. Phase Conductor – A1 Portion
i) Material of conductor
ii) Applicable standard
iii) No. of strands
iv) Nominal diameter of strand (mm)
v) Max. diameter of bare conductor (mm)
vi) Nominal area of cross-section of bare
conductor (Sq.mm)
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vii) Lay ratio.
viii) Elongation (%)
ix) Tensile strength (min)/breaking load (KN)
6. Phase conductors – Insulation portion
i) Material of insulation
ii) Insulation thickness (mm)
iii) Diameter of insulated conductor (mm)
iv) Whether the insulation conforms to the
standards specified in the technical
specification
7. Messenger/neutral conductor – AAA portion
i) Material of conductor
ii) Applicable standard
iii) Number of strands
iv) Nominal diameter of strand (mm)
v) Max. diameter of bare conductor(mm)
vi) Nominal area of cross-section of bare
conductor (Sq.mm)
vii) Lay ratio
viii) Elongation (%)
ix) Tensile strength (min)/breaking load (KN)
8. Complete AB Cable
i) Overall diameter (mm)
ii) Total weight (kg/km)
iii) Standard drum length offered (mtrs) and
tolerance
iv) Gross weight of the cable drum
v) Code or method of cable identification
9. Electrical Data:
i) Max. DC resistance of the phase conductor
at 20 C
ii) Max. DC resistance of the neutral conductor
at 20 C
iii) AC resistance at – 75 Deg. C phase
conductor (ohms/km)
iv) AC resistance at – 75 Deg C
messenger/neutral conductor (ohms/km)
v) Approx. inductive reactance at 50 Hz. phase
conductor (ohms/km)
vi) Approx. inductive reactance at 50 Hz.
Messenger/neutral conductor (ohms/km)
vii) Approx. zero sequence reactance at 50 Hz.
per phase (ohms/km)
viii) Short circuit current for 1 sec. Max (KA)
ix) Current carrying capacity (amps) at various
ambient temp. deg. of 0 C, 10 C, 20 C, 30 C,
40 C & 50 C
10. Specification climatic conditions to which AB
Cable are manufactured
a) Max. Solar radiation (w/sq.m)
b) Min. wind velocity (m/sec.)
11. Tests
i) Details of type tests and factory tests
conducted on each size of AB Cable
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ii) Whether one complete set of test certificates
thereof are enclosed to the bid
12. BENDING RADIUS OF CABLE:
13. Any other relevant technical information the
bidder may desire to furnish in respect of the
LT
i) AB Cable.
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7.7 SPECIFICATION OF CIVIL WORKS
If the proposed standards are unknown to either the Employer or the Engineer,
they are entitled to request the supply of copies of the chosen standard(s).
DIN or BS Standards relevant for this project are:
The appropriate DIN Standard for soil testing.
DIN 488 or BS 4482, 4466, 4102, 4449, 4461, 1317 Reinforcing Steel.
DIN 1045 or BS CP 114 Reinforced concrete structures; design and
construction.
DIN 1048 or BS 4408 Concrete testing.
DIN 1050 or BS 4133, 4186, 4122, 4848, 449 Steel super structures.
DIN 1054 or CP 2004 Foundations.
DIN 1055 or CP3 V Design loads.
DIN 1084 or CP 110 Part I Procedural control for concrete and reinforced
concrete construction.
DIN 1164 or BS 4248, 915 Cement.
DIN 4030 Valuation of water, soils and gas aggressive to concrete.
DIN 4100 or BS 4129, 4165,4360, 4372, 4870,4871, 449 Welded steel super
structures.
DIN 4114 or CP3 Chapter ix Stability of steel structures.
DIN 4226 or BS 882, 1198, 1199, 1200 Sand and gravel for concrete.
DIN or BS CP3 Chapter II for Thermal insulation.
DIN appropriate standard for soil investigation.
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The Contractor is responsible for the observance of all relevant safety
regulations and for the supply, erection, maintenance and permanent
supervision of all necessary safety installations.
Details and fastening shall be designed to have a factor of safety against failure
not less than the main members of the structure.
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All temporary works required for any purpose whatsoever, whether associated
with the works or otherwise, shall be constructed, maintained and finally
removed to the satisfaction of the Engineer.
Materials used in temporary works shall not be incorporated in the works without
the express approval in writing of the Engineer. Where such approval is given,
the materials shall be in first class condition and shall, at the Contractor's
expense, be cleaned and painted or otherwise incorporated in the works.
No approval given under this clause will relieve the Contractor of any of his
contractual obligations.
The supply and distribution of electricity and water shall be executed by the
Contractor according to his own needs. Such facilities shall be made available
to the Engineer's house until connection of site to the national grid.
Upon completion of the construction works, roads, trenches, fences, etc, which
are not in line with the approved design shall be returned to their original state.
This site and the area around the site shall be cleaned of all kind of building
material, waste, etc.
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completion of the levelling works, the Contractor shall perform a topographical
survey in the presence of the Engineer.
All excavation beyond the contract limits as shown on the drawings or the limits
otherwise ordered by the Engineer shall be made good with "concrete B 5" or
with approved material from excavations as ordered by the Engineer. Such
works will not be measured for payment. Unsuitable material at formation level
shall be removed and similarly made good. The excavation and concrete shall
be paid for in such cases.
Except where works are permitted to be constructed "in the wet", the Contractor
shall provide, construct, maintain and operate sufficient pumps and piping,
walls, sumps and the like to keep the work free from all water whatsoever
source arising for as long a period as shall be ordered by the Engineer. Such a
period will not be unreasonably extended and will be determined solely by
engineering considerations relative to the affected work or site.
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Where the initial removal of water leaves formation surfaces soaked or
otherwise unsuitable, the Engineer's representative may order them to be
excavated down to sound surfaces and then to be sealed with 'concrete B 5".
All necessary works and material which might be used for any timbering or
dewatering systems shall not be charged extra. These costs shall be included in
the bid price of the earth works.
7.7.2.2 Back-filling
All materials for filling shall be hard, predominantly granulate, reasonably clean,
non-combustible, free from all matter liable to decomposition and with less than
approximately 10% silt, dust or like impurities. The material shall not be liable to
disintegration or excessive settlement in the future and shall be capable of
compaction without the aid of weather and time. It may be obtained from
excavations or other sources and shall be subject to the approval of the
Engineer.
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Trenches for pipes, culverts, cables, mains and the like shall be refilled in the
following manner:
Above any sand bed or from trench formation level to a height of 40 cm above
pipes, cables, etc., the fill shall be deposited through a grid of approved mesh
size placed over the trench to trench to prevent builders, etc. from damaging the
pipes or cables. This layer shall be hand-packed and tamped to ensure
thorough compaction around the pipes, etc. (Where pipes are surrounded with
concrete this operation may be omitted). Thereafter, the trenches shall be filled
in layers between maximum 30 to 40 cm thick, mechanically rammed and
compacted to 97% of proper density. Any damage to pipes, etc, resulting from
these operations, shall be remedied at the Contractor's expense.
Where trenches pass under roads or structures, they shall be back-filled as far in
advance as practicable of the construction of the surface works and any
settlement made good before such works are begun.
The Contractor has to supply statics and drawings for the reinforced concrete
construction which are subject to approval by the Engineer. The following
statics and drawings are subject to approval and are included in the bid prices:
- statics of all supporting structures (steel structure, reinforced concrete,
concrete, masonry);
- drawings of steel structure (including workshop drawings);
- formwork drawings;
- reinforcement drawings;
- reinforcement bending schedules.
Concrete and other material qualities shall be indicated on all drawings.
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Cost for the testing of all types of material shall be included in the bid price. The
test frequency for the concrete cube compressive strength shall correspond to
DIN 1045 (German) or equivalent international standards. The results of each
test shall be immediately submitted to the Engineer.
Two (2) sets of test cubes (i.e. 6 cubes), slump test, sieve analysis test
equipment and sedimentation test cylinder shall be available at each site. Test
equipment for cubes and hallow blocks shall be available at site or at least in the
respective town area.
The Contractor shall keep a job record with the daily documentation of all
construction activities.
7.7.3.2 Cement
Cement shall comply with the German DIN Standard 1164 or equivalent
international standard for ordinary and rapid hardening Portland cement.
Cement may be delivered to the site in drums or bags. Each container shall be
marked with the manufacturer's name and consignment number for identification
on site. The Contractor shall supply a manufacturer's test certificate relative to
each consignment and also a statement of the quantity, packing and shipping
details of each consignment.
Cement accepted for the site stores shall be in first class condition and facilities
shall be provided to the Engineer's representative to enable him check the
condition of all newly delivered cement. He shall also be provided with similar
facilities to check cement at any time during its storage and use on site. All
cement which does not comply with the specification shall be immediately
removed from the works.
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Cement shall be stored clear of the ground in weather-proof sheds, and each
consignment shall be kept separate and as far as possible used in the order of
delivery. Different types of cement shall be kept separate.
Cement mortar and grout shall be mixed in small quantities only as and when
required; and any mortar or grout which has begun to set or which has been
mixed for a period of more than one hour will be rejected and shall be discarded.
7.7.4 CONCRETE
7.7.4.1 Concrete - Admixtures
Approved admixtures shall be used where required to produce special wearing
qualities or appearance. The use of admixtures to assist workability or for other
purposes will be considered provided that tests demonstrate that all air-
entrainment can be eliminated and that the admixture are not harmful to
reinforcement and finishes.
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Fine aggregates from salt water sources will only be permitted for unreinforced
concrete where possible subsequent efflorescence can be accepted.
The Contractor shall supply such samples of aggregates as are required for test
purposes and the preparation of the trial concrete mixed specified herein.
Aggregates shall be stored in bins with clean hard floors. The bin floors shall be
constructed so as to permit free drainage of moisture from the aggregates.
At least 3 sized of aggregates shall be stored separately.
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speed commensurate with the supply of concrete from the mixers. Vibrators
shall not be attached to nor be allowed to come into contact with the
reinforcement. Vibration shall be continued until all air has been released from
the concrete.
Concrete shall be carried out continuously until completion of the part of the
work between construction and other joints of a part of approved extent. If a
temporary cessation of concreting is unavoidable, a construction joint shall be
made.
Prior to the initial set, the exposed surfaces of completed works shall be
protected from sun, wind, rain or mechanical force in such a manner as will
avoid damaging the finishing surfaces but will prevent drying out of the concrete.
After the removal of the shuttering, the work shall be inspected by the Engineer's
representative before any touching up is done. Minor blemishes such as small
air holes stopped with mortar, all as ordered by the Engineer's representative.
Any works out of true or with honeycombing or other faults shall be cut back to
the extent ordered by the Engineer's representative and made good with the
appropriate class of concrete where large amounts are involved or with fine
concrete; otherwise mortar, rendering, etc. will not be permitted.
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Where so described on the drawings or in the bill of quantities, special surface
finishes shall be produced using appropriate shutter linings or other approved
means.
The Contractor shall submit details of the type and location of any other joints he
wishes to make to the Engineer's representatives for the latter's approval. In the
case of the principal items of concrete work, these proposals will be regarded as
major temporary works and sufficient drawings, etc. covering the whole structure
must be submitted in advance of the start of the work to enable the complete
concreting plan to be agreed upon. In addition to the foregoing, the Engineer's
representative shall be empowered to require the inclusion of construction joints
not previously intended by the Contractor. Such instructions will be issued in
time for inclusion with the associated shuttering.
These tests shall be used to determine the required mix proportions necessary
to produce the work strengths together with suitable work abilities; tests shall be
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carried out in accordance with the relevant DIN Standards. Tests shall be
continued using materials from other sources if necessary until satisfactory
mixes have been achieved.
Details of the trial mixes shall be submitted to the Engineer together with the
mixes proposed for the works. Once approved by the Engineer, mix proportions
shall not be significantly changed without his consent. In all mix designs and
tests, proper account must be taken of the moisture content of the aggregates
and mix details submitted must include the total water contents. Water/cement
ratios shall at all times be the minimum compatible with the required workability.
The Contractor will be deemed to have satisfied himself during the Bid period
that his proposed supplies of raw materials for concrete are adequate and of the
standard necessary to produce workable concrete of the specified strengths. If
the preliminary tests show that other sources of supply must be used, no
additional payment will be made on this account.
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All pipes, bolts, steelwork and other fixings that are required to be built in or
through the concrete shall be firmly fixed in the formwork, which shall be neatly
cut and fitted to suit joints being caulked where necessary to prevent the escape
of grout. Likewise, cores and other devices used for forming openings, holes,
pockets, chases, etc. shall be fixed to the formwork prior to the wet concrete
reaching their level.
The inner surfaces of the formwork shall be cleaned to remove dirt, shavings,
sawdust and other refuse, and all formwork must be inspected and approved by
the Engineer's representative before any concrete is placed.
Stripping times for all formwork shall be agreed upon with the Engineer's
representative from time to time and shall take into consideration the nature of
the work and the current climatic conditions.
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All water for concrete, grout, mortar and the like shall be from approved sources
and free from all matter liable to reduce the strength of the concrete, grout, etc.,
or to produce discoloration or efflorescence.
For ordinary Portland cement concrete, three cubes shall be tested at 7 days
and three cubes at 28 days. For rapid hardening Portland cement, two cubes
shall be tested at 3, 7 and 28 days. In both cases, additional groups, each of six
cubes, shall be stored for later testing. Groups of cubes shall be made
whenever ordered by the Engineer's representative.
For the purpose of testing concrete materials, mixes, etc., the Contractor shall
have the necessary equipment available on site from the start of the contract.
Duplicate copies of all test results, analyses and the like shall be supplied to the
Engineer's representative on pro-formas approved by him.
Comprehensive strength of lean concrete must exceed 35 - 80 kg/cm2. The
cube compressive strength of reinforced concrete must exceed in any case B25
= 250kg/cm2.
for top size of the aggregate16mm 15% add. charge for cement Z 25
Concrete consistency K2 is required. The site shall be equipped with a flow
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table with cone for checking the slump according to DIN 1043 or equivalent
international standard.
7.7.5 REINFORCEMENT
7.7.5.1 Reinforcement Materials
Mild steel bars shall be plain, hot-rolled, round steel bays complying with DIN
486 or equivalent international standard.
Fabric reinforcement shall consist of high tensile steel mesh of an approved type
and shall comply with DIN 488.
Reinforcement shall be stored clear of the ground and with sufficient support to
prevent distortion of long bars.
At the time of concreting, reinforcement shall be free from paint, grease, oil, mill
scale, loose rust and dirt.
Welding of reinforcement shall be carried out only where and how expressly
permitted by the Engineer.
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No reinforcement shall be bent when in position in the works, whether or not it is
partially embedded in hardened concrete, unless specially authorised by the
Engineer's representative. All mild steel bars have to be furnished with hooks at
each end.
No concreting shall take place until the Engineer's representative has inspected
and approved the reinforcement.
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7.7.6 MASONRY WORKS
7.7.6.1 Pre-cast and Solid Blocks
Pre-cast concrete blocks shall be hollow blocks, except where otherwise
specified, complying with DIN 18153. Where described or otherwise ordered,
solid blocks shall be used. All blocks must have a compressive strength not less
than 5 N/mm2. The average of 3 tests shall exceed 6 N/mm2 (referred to
product of total length and width).
After casting, blocks shall be cured in an approved manner. The blocks, being
thoroughly dry, shall be laid in true and regular courses to a fair finished surface
on a full bed of 1:3 cement-line mortar of 1 cm average thickness.
Standard sized blocks shall be used whenever possible, and every care shall
be taken to ensure that the perpendiculars are truly plumb and in vertical
alignment in alternate courses. Walls and partitions of the same thickness shall
be bonded to one another (angles and junctions).
Jointing of concrete block walls shall be carried out as the work proceeds and
fair surfaced work shall be flush pointed with mortar of the consistency herein
specified. Joints on surfaces of block walls which are to be rendered, plastered
or tiled shall be raked out at a depth of 0.5 cm. For preliminary on normal test
procedure and test equipment see item: concrete and reinforced concrete
works.
The masonry works shall not start without the Engineer's written approval.
7.7.7 PLASTERING
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7.7.7.1 Standards and Test
Surfaces that are to be rendered shall be brushed down to remove any loose
material and dust, and joints of block work shall be raked out to a depth of 0.5
cm.
A spatter-dash coat 1:3 cement mortar, mixed with sufficient water to give the
consistency of a thick slurry, shall then be dashed on to the previously damped
surface (inside and outside) to provide a thin rough coating, which shall be
allowed to harden before the rendering is applied.
External plastering shall be supplied in two coats. The first or straightening coat
of 1:3 cement mortar shall be applied to a thickness of 1.5 cm, and when it has
commenced to dry and harden, it shall be combed to provide a key.
The final coat shall be 8 mm thick and shall be rubbed down to a smooth
surface. The complete thickness of the external plaster shall be not less than 2.3
cm.
Internal plastering shall also be supplied in two coats. The first or straightening
coat of 1:3 out of lime plaster with 15% cement content shall be applied to a
thickness of 1.2 cm. The final coat out of pure lime plaster shall be 3 mm thick
and shall be rubbed down to a smooth surface. The complete thickness of the
plaster shall not be less than 1.5 cm.
Parts made of different metals shall not be in contact with each other if this may
lead to corrosion of any other unfavourable condition.
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The connections and fixings must be executed so as to allow, under thermal
changes, the expansion, contraction and displacement of parts of the structure
without causing leakages. Appropriate measures must be taken against lifting
and damage caused by wind gusts.
In case of rainfall, all roofing works may only continue after complete drying of all
layers concerned.
The roofing felt layers are jointed by bituminous bonding compound so that no
cavities shall remain between the individual layers. All roofing felt layers must
be executed with overlap seams of at least 10 cm.
Insulation of roof materials that may be used for the execution of the roofing
have to be submitted to the Engineer with the indication of their designation and
their manufacturer. The bid price includes operation platforms and scaffolding.
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(j) Preference will be given to prefabricated composite material for the
layers (g) to (i).
(k) Bituminous bonding compound B 85/25, 2 Kgf/m2, hot mix or placed by
surface heating of the lower prefabricated composite felt. Classified
2
asphalt roofing felt 200 gr/m . The complete roof insulating shall be
covered with gravel 1/4 - 1/2 inch, 4 cm thick. The flat roof gullies with
sieves shall be duly sealed with the roofing felt layers.
- steel girders
- steel purling
- steel sheets; zinc/aluminium coated
- heat insulation
ceiling board, non combustible, no asbestos
The offered design shall be absolutely waterproof under all weather conditions.
The Contractor shall remain responsible for all consequent damages caused by
failing this requirement.
(a) Universal locks: heavy mortice lock, double throw locking action with 8
mm followers; brass latch bolt; 10 mm thick security deed bolt;
completely enclosed case; to suit a profile cylinder with transmission bar.
(b) Master key system for the entire Substation on the basis of profile
cylinders with two complete sets of keys.
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(c) Latches, long aluminium plates, pin hinges 160mm, fixing bolts, door
stoppers, etc.
The door of the battery room shall be equipped with a splash water-proof louvre
grid on the lower part of the door
7.7.9.2 Windows
Window frames shall be preferably of standard aluminium profile or mild steel
(ST 37) according to German DIN standards or equivalent international
standards.
All frames made of steel shall be made rustproof by hot-dip galvanizing followed
by the application of one coat of calcium plumate primer. Site painting of frames
shall be as specified under "Painting".
7.7.9.3 Galvanizing
All visible structural parts and fixing materials made of steel shall be hot-dip
galvanized as specified under item "Steel Structure".
All paints shall be applied to dry surfaces, to metal and timber surfaces, it shall
be applied by brush and well worked into the material. Other methods of
application will be considered for painting plastered or concrete surfaces and the
like. Such methods shall be approved by the Engineer.
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specified in the drawings. After erection, at a time to be agreed upon with the
Engineer's representative, steelwork not to be encased in concrete shall be
cleared, including the complete removal of any rusting which may have
developed, the shop coat of red lead made good, and the steelwork immediately
given a second coat of red lead paint. Final painting shall consist of two under c
oats and one finishing gloss coat, all of oil based paints of approved
colours. Steel work surfaces to be encased or covered with concrete shall be
free from all loose rust and reasonably clean when the concrete is placed.
During site erection of steelwork, surfaces to be in permanent contact shall
receive their second coat of red lead paint immediately before erection so that
the surfaces are brought together wet. All surfaces of steelwork which will be
finally inaccessible to painting (e.g. stanchion surfaces adjacent to walls) shall
be given two coats of approved bituminous paint in lieu of the treatment
specified above.
they shall be given externally two undercoats and one gloss finishing coat, all
of
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7.7.10.6 Painting Plaster-board and Ceiling boards
These shall be cleaned down, sealed and painted in accordance with the
manufacturer's recommendations.
Glazing to external window frames shall be in ordinary quality sheet glass of the
sizes shown on the drawings. The glass shall be secured in accordance with
the window frame manufacturer's recommendations relative to the local climatic
conditions.
Polished wired glass 6 mm thick shall be used for louvre blades, except for
those in the offices, where 6 mm translucent sheet glass shall be provided.
Glazing to metal frames shall be carried out with metallic putty and fixed with
spring slips, for glazing to timber frames, the best linseed oil putty shall be used.
In all cases, the glass shall be well bedded on strips of wash-leather and back
puttied. All surplus putty or mastic shall be cleaned off on completion of glazing.
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The water system shall be connected to the public water system. In the event
that public water system is not available within the vicinity of the substation, a
potable water bore hole shall be sunk within the substation premises. A 10,000
litre reinforced plastic water tank shall be installed on a concrete floor close to
the bore hole site. The tank shall serve as a reservoir and shall receive water
supply through a submersible pump of appropriate rating. A 5,000 litre
reinforced plastic water tank shall be installed overhead on steel platform not
less than 5 metres high and this tank shall be supplied water through an electric
pump installed adjacent to the ground water tank with all automatic accessories
and fittings. The water system wthin the control building shall be supplied
through the overhead tank.
The floors shall be properly finished with ceramic tiles as shall be approved by
the Engineer in all rooms. The floors and walls of the toilet and battery room
shall be tiled as specified below.
Tiling for the battery room shall be carried out with acid resistant tiles according
to DIN 13352 or equivalent international standard. The surface to receive tiles
shall be free of dust, dirt, oil, grease and other deleterious substances. Walls in
the battery room shall be tiled up to 1.50 m above floor level. All sanitary rooms
shall be tiled according to the drawings and as described in the bill of quantity.
This points shall be filled with white cement or with other colours as requested
by the Engineer.
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7.7.14 CABLE TRENCHES
7.7.14.1 Indoor Cable Trenches
The indoor cable trench shall be fully rehabilitated Cable trenches shall have
coverage by means of slabs, gratings or checkered plates as requested by the
Engineer.
All cable entries to the Substation building are to be waterproof. Cable entry
sealing works shall be executed with light-weight concrete (specified weight
approx. 250 kg/m3) and/or non-combustible sealing foam. This detail and the
choice of sealing materials will, in any case, be subject to approval. For future
extensions, the building shall be equipped with empty entries closed by water-
proof locking.
All cables traces for control cables which are placed inside HV cable trenches
shall be executed in fire-protected way by use of mineral fibre armoured panels
of non-organic matter. The use of asbestos materials will not be accepted. The
panels shall have a thickness of 20 mm and they shall be resistant against
humidity, water and rotting.
The trenches shall have the level of the gravel surface. Only the covers shall
exceed level of the gravel. The trenches are to be sloped in the direction of a
cable trench drainage pit. The pit shall have a depth of at least two meters; it is
to be filled with gravel.
The bottom of all ducts shall be concreted true to the required gradient. Should
corrections of the gradient become necessary later on, a cement coating (the
mixture ratio being 1:3) has to be applied.
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Cables of different voltage levels shall be laid in separate trenches respectively,
shall be installed on separate cable trays.
Cable laying in all outside trenches shall not start without written notice to the
Engineer after having checked gradients and the satisfactory workmanship.
Trench covers shall be made of reinforced concrete B 30. The shuttering shall
be smooth and clean, preference shall be given to steel shuttering. Covers with
broken edges and corners shall be rejected by the Engineer. Lifting loops of
covers, if inserted, shall be of the galvanized type only.
The design of the drainage system(s) as well as the main materials are subject
to the approval of the Engineer.
7.7.15.1 Manholes
Manholes and inspection chambers shall be cleared of any obstructions.
Manhole covers and frames shall be provided where they have been damaged.
All covers shall be greased before being finally placed in the frames.
Two sets of lifting keys shall be provided, and these shall be handed over to the
Employer when an appropriate "Certificate of Completion" is issued.
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7.7.16 ROAD WORKS
(vi) Finishing
The surface of the concrete shall have a broom finishing. Every 5m
transverse to the road, there shall be a construction joint 5cm x 2cm.
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The width of the access road and the main road inside the Substation
shall be 5m. Second class roads shall be 3.5m or 2.5m as requested in
the drawings or by the Engineer. The outside of the roads shall be
limited by precast stones (12 - 18 cm) long. The use of kerbstones can
be eliminated in case of suitable position of ground drainage pipes.
The material passing through the 4.25mm sieve must achieve a liquid
limit not greater than 25% and a plasticity index not greater than 6%.
The base course material should be compacted to a field density of
100% of the Proctor dry density. Sun-base and base course materials
must be compacted with a smooth steel wheeled rolled in layers each of
compacted thickness not greater than 150mm.
7.7.16.1 Kerbs
Precast concrete kerbs, channels and quadrants shall be manufactured
from B 25 concrete and shall be to the sizes and shapes as shown on
the drawings.
Specially cast radius kerbs shall be used on curves where the radius is
12 m or less.
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All kerbs, channels and quadrants shall be bedded on a minimum of 20
mm layer of 1:3 cement mortar on previously constructed foundations
and laid true to line and level. Joints shall be filled and neatly pointed
with 1:3 cement mortar.
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SECTION VIII BID SUBMITTALS
BID FORM
Bid Letter
NAME OF CONTRACT:
TO:
(in currencies of
payment)………………………………………………………………...
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If this offer is accepted, we will provide the specified Performance Security,
commence the Works as soon as is reasonably practicable after the
Commencement Date, and complete the Works in accordance with the above-
named documents within the Time for Completion. We guarantee that the
Works will then conform with the Schedule of Guarantees.
Unless and until a formal Agreement is prepared and executed this bid letter,
together with your written acceptance thereof, shall constitute a binding contract
between us.
We understand that you are not bound to accept the lowest or any bid you may
receive.
______
Address:
Date: __________
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BID SECURITY FORM
Example form of Bid Security
a) the Principal has, without your agreement, withdrawn his offer after the
latest time specified for its submission and before the expiry of its period
of validity, or
b) the Principal has refused to accept the correction of error in his offer in
accordance with such conditions of invitation, or
c) you awarded the Contract to the Principal and he has failed to comply
with sub-clause 1.6 of the conditions of the Contract, or
d) you awarded the Contract to the Principal and he has failed to comply
with sub-clause 4.2 of the conditions of the Contract.
Any demand for payment must contain your signature(s) which must be
authenticated by your bankers or by a notary public. The authenticated demand
and statement must be received by us at this office on or before (the date 35
days after the expiry of the validity of the Bid Letter) , when this guarantee
shall expire and shall be returned to us.
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This guarantee is subject to the Uniform Rules for Demand Guarantees,
published as number 458 by the International Chamber of Commerce, except
as stated above.
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PERFORMANCE SECURITY FORM
a) that the Principal is in breach of his obligation(s) under the Contract, and
We have been informed that the Beneficiary may require the Principal to extend
this guarantee if the performance certificate under the Contract has not been
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issued by the date 28 days prior to such expiry date. We undertake to pay you
such guaranteed
amount upon receipt by us, within such period of 28 days, of your demand win
writing and your written statement that the performance certificate has not been
issued, for reason attributable to the Principal, and that this guarantee has not
been extended.
Date Signature(s)
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ADVANCE PAYMENT GUARANTEE FORM
The guarantee shall become effective upon receipt [of the first instalment] of
the advance payment by the Principal. Such guaranteed amount shall be
reduced by the amounts of the advance payment repaid to you, as evidenced
by your notices issued under sub-clause 14.6 of the conditions of the contract.
Following receipt (from the Principal) of a copy of each purported notice, we
shall promptly notify you of the revised guaranteed amount accordingly.
Any demand for payment must contain your signature(s) which must be
authenticated by your bankers or by a notary public. The authenticated
demand and statement must be received by us at this office on or before (the
date 70 days after the expected expiry of the Time for Completion) (the “expiry
date”), when this guarantee shall be returned to us.
We have been informed that the Beneficiary may require the Principal to extend
this guarantee if the advance payment has not been repaid by the date 28 days
prior to such expiry date. We undertake to pay you such guaranteed amount
upon receipt by us, within such period of 28 days, of your demand in writing and
your written statement that the advance payment has not been repaid and that
this guarantee has not been extended.
Date Signature(s)
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SECTION IX
TECHNICAL PROPOSAL
(SCHEDULES)
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9.0 SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
1. All schedules in this Technical Proposal must be completed. Failure to do
so may lead to disqualification.
4. The EPC Contractor shall be fully responsible for the bid preparation and
submission of all requested information. The Employer shall have the right to
disqualify any submission found to be non-responsive and no inquiries shall
be entertained.
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9.1 SCHEDULE OF BID INFORMATION
Bidders are required to submit the following information and documents. All
documents submitted shall be stamped and signed by the accredited representative
of the Bidder. The Employer may request to sight the originals of any of the
documents. Failure to submit any of the documents may result in rejection of Bid.
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9.2 SCHEDULE ON JOINT VENTURES
A. Lead Partner
1 Name of Firm:
3 Contact Person:
Fax: E-Mail:
4. Company’s Web Site:
5 Place of Incorporation/Registration
6 Year of Incorporation/Registration
Nationality of Owners
S/N Name Nationality
1
2
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3
4
B. Partner
1 Name of Firm:
3 Contact Person:
Fax: E-Mail:
4. Company’s Web Site:
5 Place of Incorporation/Registration
6 Year of Incorporation/Registration
Nationality of Owners
S/N Name Nationality
1
2
3
4
C. Partner
1 Name of Firm:
3 Contact Person:
Fax: E-Mail:
4. Company’s Web Site:
5 Place of Incorporation/Registration
6 Year of Incorporation/Registration
Nationality of Owners
S/N Name Nationality
1
2
3
4
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9.3 General Experience
The bidder whether in Joint Venture or not shall meet the following minimum
criteria:
a. average annual turnover as prime contractor over the last five (5) years
of US$ 2.0 million equivalent; and
Substation Automation 20 10 5
Engineer(If automation
is included in the Lot)
Civil Engineer 20 10 5
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Candidate Curriculum Vitae
Name of Bidder:
Address of Employer
Summary of Professional Experience over the last 20 years (25 years for
Project Manager)
Certification:
I, the undersigned, certify that to the best of my knowledge and belief, these biodata
correctly describe myself, my qualifications and my experience.
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. Date: .
Signature of Staff Member or authorized official from the firm Day/Month/Year
Name of Bidder
Item of equipment
Equipment Name of manufacturer Model and power rating
Information Capacity Year of manufacture
Current location
Current
Details of current commitments
Status
Indicate source of equipment:
Source Owned ………….. Rented …..……. Leased …………...
Specially Manufactured ……………
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Name of owner
Address of owner
Owner
Telephone Contact Name and title
Fax
Financial Information
Bidders including each partner of a joint venture shall provide financial
information to demonstrate that they meet the requirements stated in the bid
document. Each bidder or partner of a joint venture must complete the form
below.. If necessary, use separate sheets to provide complete banker
information. A copy of the audited balance sheets should be attached.
Name of Banker
Address of Banker
Fax
Specify proposed sources of finance to meet the cash flow demands of the
project.
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2
3
4
Audited Account:
The audited balance sheets for the last three(3)years shall be submitted and
must demonstrate the soundness of the firm’s financial position, showing
long-term profitability.
Summarize actual assets and liabilities in US Dollar equipment (at the rates of
exchange current at the end of each year) for the previous three years.
Attach audited financial statements for the last three years (for the individual
bidder or each partner of a joint venture
Firm may submit their balance sheets certified by a registered account, and
supported by copies of tax returns, if audits are not required by the laws of
their countries of origin
Lead
Partner
Partner
Partner
Total
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1 Name of the Bidder or partner of a Joint Venture:
2 Number of Contract:
3 Name of Contract:
4 Country:
5 Name of Employer:
6 Employer’s Address:
7 Nature of works and special features relevant to this contract that you
are bidding for:
The bidder and each partner of a Joint Venture shall provide information on
their current commitments on all contracts of similar nature and complexity
that have been awarded, or for which a letter of intent or acceptance has been
received, or for contracts approaching completion, but for which full
completion certificate has not yet been issued.
The bidder shall use a separate sheet for each of the above mentioned
contract.
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S/N Name of Contract Cost of the Date Estimated
Contract Commenced Completion
(Current US$ Date
Equivalent)
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2
3
4
5
6
7
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10
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DETAILS EQUIPMENT AND WORK PROPOSED COUNTRY OF
MANUFACTURER OR ORIGIN
SUBCONTRACTOR
1.* Completely Self Protected Distribution
transformer
2.* Concrete poles
3.* Aluminum conductor
4.* Substation automation (if applicable to
the substation)
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DETAILS EQUIPMENT AND WORK PROPOSED DELIVERY
MANUFACTURER CAPACITY WITHIN
OR SIX MONTHS
SUBCONTRACTOR
UNIT QUANTITY
1. Completely Self Protected Distribution
transformer:
i. 25kVA 11/0.415kV transformer No.
ii. 50kVA 11/0.415kV transformer No.
2. Concrete poles No.
3. 150mm2 AAC Aluminum conductor km
4. 100mm2 AAC Aluminum conductor km
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The Employer shall set an Evaluation Committee made up of specialists in
Electromechanical projects, Procurement and Finance matters. The bid
evaluation scrutiny shall determine the competitiveness of the bidder’s
technical and financial offers. This shall generally include the scrutiny of the
bidder’s managerial, financial capability, confirmation of their previous
experiences in performing similar projects, amongst others.
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Evaluation Criteria
The bids received shall in the first instance be subjected to a first level
(General Criteria) evaluation using the criteria set below. The short listed bids
shall then be subjected to second level (Specific Criteria) evaluation from
which the best three bidders shall emerge. For this second level evaluation,
the litigation history of a bidder and availability of confirmatory letters from
equipment manufacturers shall be used as part of the evaluation parameters.
The financial proposals of the three shortlisted bidders shall be opened and
evaluated further.
The Employer may during the evaluation process request to sight and
authenticate the originals of any document or certificate submitted by the
bidder. Inability of any bidder to accede to this request may lead to
disqualification.
TOTAL
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NOTE: * Non submission of Certificate of Incorporation, Tax clearance,
Registration with PHCN in category D (or FMPS) and Works programme
(Gnatt Chart) shall lead to loss of marks
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SECTION X
FINANCIAL PROPOSAL
(IN VIEW OF THE LARGE NO. OF PROJECTS INVOLVED, THE
PRICE SCHEDULES AND LINE SURVEY DRAWINGS SHALL BE
ISSUED ON LOT BY LOT BASIS. THE BIDDER SHOULD
THEREFORE ENSURE THAT THE PRICE SCHEDULE AND SET OF
SURVEY DRAWINGS RELEVANT TO THE LOT PAID FOR IS
COLLECTED FROM THE TECHNICAL COMMITTEE)
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SCHEDULE OF PRICES
GENERAL
The bidder is totally and without exception responsible for determining the quantities of
materials he can deliver and for pricing his bid in conformity with the specifications.
The unit prices quoted by the bidder in the bills of quantities will be used solely for the
determination of costs and changes in the works.
The totals of prices given in the Price Schedules including the preliminaries, should be
equal to the bid amount.
Each unit cost for any single item must be firm and will not be adjusted during the
contract.
In case of discrepancy between unit price and total, unit price shall prevail.
The exchange rate used to calculate the Naira equivalent shall be stated.
Prices are firm.
The prices entered in Schedule of Prices shall be the full inclusive value of the
Goods specified including all costs and expenses which may be required in
and for the Supply and Fabrication of the Goods specified together with all
general risks,, liabilities and obligations set forth or implied in the Contract.
The Employer shall provide the Custom & Import Duty Exemption Certificate to
enable the EPC contractor clear all equipment/materials imported to Nigeria Port.
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