BIDDING DOCUMENT

for
Procurement of

Plant Design, Supply and Installation

of

Replacement of existing 132 kV double Circuit line over proposed 400kV switchyard
by underground cable and supply of Stub Materials on Turnkey Basis

(Bid Identification No.: PGCB/132kV/UG/AMINBAZAR)

Volume 2 of 2
Employer: Power Grid Company of Bangladesh Limited
Country: The People’s Republic of Bangladesh

June 2017

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POWER GRID COMPANY OF BANGLADESH LIMITED

BID DOCUMENNT
FOR

REPLACEMENT OF EXISTING 132KV DOUBLE CIRCUIT LINE OVER PROPOSED 400KV

SWITCHYARD BY UNDERGROUND CABLE AND SUPPLY OF STUB MATERIALS
ON TURNKEY BASIS.

SECTION 1

SCOPE OF WORK

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SECTION 1

SCOPE OF WORK

CONTENTS

CLAUSE NO. TITLE PAGE NO.

1.1 GENERAL ....................................................................................................................................... 1

1.2 EXTENT OF SUPPLY ..................................................................................................................... 1
1.2.1 Scope .............................................................................................................................................. 1
1.2.2 Estimated and Final Quantities ........................................................................................................ 1
1.2.3 Modifications ................................................................................................................................... 2
1.3 TERMINAL POINTS ........................................................................................................................ 2
1.4 CONTRACTUAL COMPLETION DATES ......................................................................................... 2
1.5 PROGRAMME OF WORK ............................................................................................................... 2
1.6 SAFETY MEASURES
1.7 COORDINATION AND COOPERATION WITH OTHER CONTRACTS
1.8 INSPECTION

APPENDIX

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SECTION 1

SCOPE OF WORK

1.1 GENERAL

The Extent of Supply is described in the following clauses and in the respective Sections of the
Specification. All work not expressly called for in the Specification, but necessary for the completion
of the work shall be performed and furnished by the Contractor at no additional cost to the Employer.

The Contract shall comprise the design, manufacture, testing, supply, insurance, delivery to site,
erection and setting to work the Plants and Facilities. The plant and facilities include Double Ckt.
Terminal Pole, Gantry Structure, underground XLPE power cables, surge arrestors, cable joints,
cable sealing ends, optical fibre cables, optical fiber cable termination kits and accessories. The
scope also include the replacement and/or adjustment of defective material and workmanship for
the duration of the 12 month warranty period of the transmission line(s) detailed in the ‘Extent of
Supply’ and associated Appendix 1.A2.

1.2 EXTENT OF SUPPLY

1.2.1 Scope

The Extent of Supply comprises the design, manufacture, testing, supply, insurance, shipping,
loading and unloading, delivery to site the Plants and Facilities. The Plants and Facilities include
Terminal Pole, Gantry structure, Stub leg of Seven nos. 400 kV river crossing Tower, XLPE power
cables, surge arrestors, cable joints, cable sealing ends, optical fibre cables, optical fibre cable
termination kits and accessories. The scope also include checking the proposed route alignments,
Land filling, Road crossing and laying the cables as per specified manner surge arrestor, relevant
structures, cable joints and cable sealing ends. It includes recovery of Towers, Conductor, OPGW,
Insulators, Fittings and return to store. Bypass line construction at Tower No. 4 for Double Ckt.
Terminal Pole erection and another bypass line construction at Tower No. 2 for land development is
also part of the Scope. For Land filling at Tower-02 both Ckts of Tower No-02 will also be bypass
through temporary lines and Tower-02 will be dismantled for land development at Tower No-02.
Dismantling of existing slop protection at Tower-2 and re-construction of slop protection is included
in the land development. To make security, Testing and commissioning of the same and supply of
spares, tools, equipment (if any) as set out in this bidding document is also included in the scope of
this Contract.

1.2.2 Estimated and Final Quantities

The quantities set out in the Schedules are, unless otherwise defined, estimated quantities of the
Works required. They are not to be assumed as the actual and final quantities to be executed by the
Contractor in fulfilment of his obligations under the Contract.

Manufacturing and delivery quantities are to be established by the Contractor, and agreed upon by

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the Employer, within three (3) months from the date of signing of the Contract.

1.2.3 Modifications

The transmission line(s) shall be completely in accordance with the Specification and associated
design and general arrangement/outline drawings. Any modifications thereto are subject to written
confirmation by the Employer.

1.3 TERMINAL POINTS

The terminal points for the supply and installation of the transmission line(s) are defined in Appendix
1.A3.

1.4 CONTRACTUAL COMPLETION DATES

All the items of work under the scope of the contract shall be completed within the completion time
stated in Volume 1 of 2 of the Bidding Document.

1.5 PROGRAMME OF WORK

Within 4 (four) weeks of signing of the contract the Contractor shall submit to the Employer for
approval, 5 (five) copies of a bar chart detailing the plant manufacture, testing, delivery and erection
programme (as appropriate) for the complete Contract Works.

The bar chart shall indicate the various phases of work for all appropriate items of the Contract, from
commencement of the Contract to its final completion eg. design, survey, approval of drawings,
ordering of materials, manufacture, testing, delivery, erection and commissioning. The bar chart
shall, when appropriate, allow the requisite periods of approval by the Employer, and/or any other
regulatory body.

If at any time during the execution of the Contract it is found necessary to modify the approved bar
chart, the Contractor shall inform the Employer and submit a modified bar chart for approval. Such
approval is not deemed to be consent to any amendments to the contractual completion date(s).

Modifications which may affect site work and associated local arrangements must provide a
sufficient notice period to allow for any necessary re-arrangements. It should be recognised that
where certain power line outages for crossing purposes have been specified, it may not be possible
for these to be replanned due to system operational constraints and this should be allowed for in the
overall programme.

1.6 SAFETY MEASURES

The Contract Price shall include the cost for all necessary safety and health procedures to be taken
by Contractor and Sub-Contractors under the Project, including following safety measures (not

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limited to):

- The Contractor shall submit to the Project Manager the work program including concrete safety
plans to be done by Contractor (and Sub-Contractors) for protection of general public from
accidents and for prevention of traffic accident in the project sites.

- “Health & Safety (Accident Prevention) Officer” shall be continuously stationed in the project
construction site throughout the construction period.

- In case power shutdown of existing facility of PGCB/PDB/REB is required for Contractor’s

works, the Contractor shall submit a safety and work plan and request the power outage at an
appropriate time, subject to approval of the Project Manager.

- The Contractor shall immediately notify to the Project Manager in case any fatal, major or other
accident, which may involve serious injuries, occurs during the period throughout
implementation of Project.

1.7 COORDINATION AND COOPERATION WITH OTHER CONTRACTS

The Contractor shall cooperate with the Employer and other contractors to ensure the satisfactory
completion of the Project.

The Contractor shall be responsible for design on the Plant interfacing with any items of equipment
which will be installed by other contractor(s), when needed.

The Project Manager may call a coordination meeting(s) with other contractors. The Contractor
shall dispatch qualified engineer(s) and settle all design parameters, interface conditions and other
matters by these coordination meetings. The necessary expenses such as round-trip international
air ticket, accommodation, inland travel charge, etc shall be borne by the Contractor, and such a
cost shall be deemed to be included in the Contract Price.

1.8 INSPECTION

The Contract Price shall include all costs of factory inspections of Employer, and the on-site training
for operation and maintenance staffs of Employer for the following items (but not limited to). The
program of factory inspection shall be subject to approval of the Project Manager.

(1) Factory Inspection for 132kV Power Cable, Joints and Cable Termination

Two (2) engineers nominated by the Employer shall participate in the inspection and
witnessing of factory acceptance tests at individual factories for 132kV power cable, cable
sealing ends, and cable joints. The period for inspection of each item shall be of at least ten
(10) days including trip period from the Employer’s country to the manufacturer’s country.

The Contractor shall bear all costs for the Employers’ trainees and inspectors, including air fares,

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accommodation, meal, healthcare, laundry, transportation, visa fees etc. together with payment of a
daily allowance of US$ 100 for each trainee/inspector.

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APPENDIX 1.A1

DESCRIPTION OF OVERALL PROJECT

PGCB has started project work for construction of Aminbazar 400/230 kV AIS Sub-Station. Already 10 acres
land had been developed and near about 14 acres land is going to acquire and develop. Existing Aminbazar-
Savar 132 kV Double Circuit line has passed over the propose Sub-Station area. Therefor, it is needed to

shift the line from Sub-Station area. It has been decided to construct 800 Cu XLPE under ground
double circuit cable line along the boubdary wall of the proposed Aminbazar 400 kV Sub-Station from 132 kV
Switch yeard to Tower No-04 of Aminbazar-Savar 132 kV Double Circuit line as per instruction of the
Employer.
So, part of the existing Aminbazar-Savar 132 kV Double Circuit line (from 132 kV bay to Tower 04) will be

replaced by 800 Cu XLPE under ground cable and Towers, Conductor, OPGW, Insulator and Fittings
of that part will be recovered. For construction of Terminal Pole near to Tower No-04 both Ckts of Tower No-
04 will be bypass through temporary lines and Tower-04 will be replace by Terminal Pole. For Land filling at
Tower-02 both Ckts of Tower No-02 will also be bypass through temporary lines and Tower-02 will be
dismantled for land development at Tower No-02. Dismantling of existing slop protection at Tower-2 and re-
construction of slop protection is included in land development. For land development at Tower No-02 and
dismantling of existing slop protection at Tower-2 and re-construction of slop protection, the bidders
are requested to visit the site and asses the quantity and accordingly quote the price. The quoted
price shall be fixed.

All materials for temporary line will be provided by PGCB. Both end of the 800 Cu XLPE under ground
cable will be terminated and Gantry structure will be constructed near at Terminal Pole. All recovery materials
will be handed over to respective GMD. All insulator, Fittings for Double Ckt. Terminal Pole and Gantry
Structure will be supplied from PGCB.

Supply of Stub legs of Seven number Padma River crossing 400kV Tower is also included in this scope of
work. Design/Drawings of the Double Ckt. Terminal Pole and Stub leg will be provided from PGCB.

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APPENDIX 1.A2

SCOPE AND EXTENT OF DEFINITE WORK

The scope of the Works is as below:

i) Replacement of approximate 1.0km existing 132kV double circuit overhead line over proposed
400kV switchyard near Aminbazar 230/132kV Sub-Station by 800sqmm Cu. XLPE underground
cable.
ii) Supply of Stub Legs for 07nos.400kV Padma River Crossing Tower.

Turnkey construction of approximately 1.0 km of 132kV double circuit underground XLPE power cable line.
The work include replacement of existing Aminbazar-Savar double circuit 132 kV overhead Line (Bay to
T#4) by 800sqmm XLPE Cu underground cable. One end of the cable will be connected with existing 132 kV
Savar Bay Equipments and another end of the cable will be connected with Existing 132 kV line at Tower No.
04. Design, supply and installation of cable, cable joints, cable sealing ends, Gantry structure and Land
develipment will be included in the scope of this contract.

After Dismantleing Towers No. (01, 02, 03 and 04), Insulators and Fittings must be stacked at store properly,
Conductors and OPGW need for druming and will be handed over at PGCB Store. Land at Tower No-02 will
be developed for laying cable along the proposed boundary wall. The under ground cable line shall cross 4.1
m road at 132 kV switch yard, internal drain and existing boundary wall. For Double Ckt. Terminal Pole
construction near at Tower no-04 both Circuits of this Tower will be temporarily bypassed. Both circuits of
Tower no-02 will be also temporarily bypassed for dismantling the tower before land development. Recovery
of existing slope protection and new slope protection is included with land development. All materials for both
temporary bypass line construction will be provided from PGCB store. After completion the work all meterials
must be handed over to PGCB store. The bidder has to quote only sorting, carrying of the materials and
construction of temporary bypass line; compensation and dismantling of bypass line will be inharent in the
rate. After completion of this project, the line will be handed over to respective GMD. All inslator, Fittings for
Terminal Pole and Gantry Structure will be supplied from PGCB.

Supply of Stub legs of Seven number Padma River crossing 400kV Tower is also included in this scope of
work. Design/Drawings of the Double Ckt. Terminal Pole and Stub leg will be provided from PGCB.

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APPENDIX 1.A3

TERMINAL POINTS

Six (06) nos. of XLPE underground cables shall be installed as buried cable and to be connected to 132kV
outdoor AIS switchgear equipment at Aminbazar 132 kV switch yard. The scope also includes supply and
installation of cable terminal equipment. Road dismantling and reconstruction and one road crossing C.C
construction will be inharent in cable laying price.

Fiber optic underground cable shall be terminated at the termination box inside the control room building at
Aminbazar substations. The termination boxes shall be supplied and installed under this Contract.

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BID DOCUMENNT
FOR
PROCUREMENT OF
PLANT DESIGN, SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION

Replacement of existing 132 kV double Circuit line over proposed

400kV switchyard by underground cable and supply of Stub
Materials on Turnkey Basis

SECTION 2

SITE PARTICULARS

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SECTION 2

SITE PARTICULARS

CONTENTS

CLAUSE NO. TITLE PAGE NO.

2.1 GENERAL .....................................................................................................................................1

2.2 LOCATION ...................................................................................................................................1
2.3 CLIMATIC ....................................................................................................................................1

APPENDIX

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SECTION 2

SITE PARTICULARS

2.1 GENERAL

The location of the transmission line(s) and associated climatic conditions described in the
following clauses are given for guidance only.

2.2 LOCATION

For details of the location of the transmission lines, reference should be made to the
associated drawings included with the specification.

2.3 CLIMATIC

For details of the climatic conditions associated with the site, reference should be made to
Appendix 2.A1. The Contractor is advised to make a thorough study of local climatological
records, since no delays to the completion dates due to adverse weather conditions shall be
accepted.

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APPENDIX 2.A1

CLIMATIC CONDITIONS

The following climatic information is given for tender purposes only:

Ambient shade temperature range : 5°C – 40°C

Maximum daily average temperature : 35°C
Relative humidity maximum : 100%
Average : 80%
Rainfall : 2.5 m per annum
3 second gust wind speed with 1 in 50 year
return period at 10 m above ground level : 240 km/h
Assumed high intensity local wind speed : 70 m/sec
Keraunic level : 80

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BID DOCUMENNT
FOR
PROCUREMENT OF
PLANT DESIGN, SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION

Replacement of existing 132 kV double Circuit line over

proposed 400kV switchyard by underground cable and supply
of Stub Materials on Turnkey Basis

SECTION 3

QUALITY ASSURANCE

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SECTION 3

QUALITY ASSURANCE

CONTENTS

CLAUSE NO. TITLE PAGE NO.

3.1 GENERAL ........................................................................................................................................ 2

3.2 QUALITY ASSURANCE PROGRAMINIE .................................................................................... 2
3.3 QUALITY PLAN .............................................................................................................................. 3
3.4 RELATED STANDARDS ................................................................................................................. 3
3.5 QUALITY CONTROL ...................................................................................................................... 4
3.5.1 Inspection and Testing .............................................................................................................. 4
3.5.2 Type, Sample and Routine Tests ............................................................................................... 4
3.5.3 Certificate of Conformity .......................................................................................................... 4
3.6 NON CONFORMING PRODUCTS................................................................................................. 4
3.7 MONITORING OF QUALITY ASSURANCE ARRANGEMENTS .............................................. 4
3.8 SUPPLIERS AND SUB-CONTRACTORS ..................................................................................... 5
3.9 METHOD STATEMENTS ................................................................................................................ 5

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SECTION 3

QUALITY ASSURANCE

3.1 GENERAL

3.1.1 The quality assurance arrangements shall conform to the appropriate sections of ISO
9001:2008.

3.1.2 The Contractor's/Supplier's Quality Programme for the Works shall define the systems and
procedures adopted to ensure compliance with the Contract requirements. These systems shall
include the following:

Hold Point "A stage in the implementation of project works including material procurement or
fabrication/workmanship process beyond which work shall not proceed without the
documented approval of the Employer or their appointed representatives".

Notification Point "A stage in the implementation of project works including material
procurement or fabrication/workmanship process for which advance notice of the activity is
required to permit attendance".

3.1.3 The Contractor/Supplier is required to give the Employer or their appointed representatives
the requisite period of notice of any Notification Point for which attendance is required.

3.2 QUALITY ASSURANCE PROGRAMINIE

3.2.1 The Quality Assurance Programme shall give a description of the quality system for the Works
and shall include the following details:

(a) The structure of the Contractor's/Supplier's organization.

(b) The duties and responsibilities of staff assigned to ensure quality of the work.
(c) The system for purchasing, taking delivery and verification of materials.
(d) The system for ensuring quality of workmanship.
(e) The system for control of documentation.
(f) The system for retention of records.
(g) The arrangements for the Contractor's/Suppliers auditing.
(h) A list of the administrative and work procedures required to achieve and verify the
Contract's Quality requirements. These procedures shall be made readily available to
the Employer for inspection on request.

3.2.2 The Quality Assurance programme for the Works shall be submitted to the Employer for

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approval within 4(four) weeks of contract effective date; unless the Contractor’s/Supplier's
Quality System has been previously audited and approved by the Employer on behalf of the
Employer/Purchaser. This is a Hold Point.

3.3 QUALITY PLAN

3.3.1 A specific Quality Plan for each section of the work shall be produced by the contractor
and/or Supplier. Each Quality Plan shall set out the activities in a logical sequence and shall
take into account the following:

(a) An outline of the proposed work and programme sequence.

(b) The structure of the Contractor's and/or Supplier's Organisation for the contract.
(c) The duties and responsibilities of staff assigned to ensure quality of work for the
contract.
(d) Hold and Notification points.
(e) Submission of Engineering documents required by this Specification.
(f) The inspection of materials and components on receipt.
Reference to the Contractor's and/or Supplier's quality assurance procedures
appropriate to each activity.
(h) Inspection during fabrication/construction.
(i) Final inspection and tests.

3.3.2 The Contractor's and/or Supplier's Quality Plan shall be submitted to the Employer for
approval within 4(four) weeks of contract effective date. This is a Hold Point.

3.4 RELATED STANDARDS

3.4.1 The IEC and BS Standards, together with other references referred to in this Specification are
listed in Appendix D1 of each appropriate section, it is the Contractor's/ Supplier's
responsibility to ensure they are in possession of the latest edition, including all amendments
current on the defined date prior to the bid closing date.

3.4.2 Materials or equipment conforming to alternative international or national standards will be

considered by the Employer, provided that these standards ensure an equivalent or higher
quality.

3.4.3 The Contractor/Supplier shall bring to the attention of the Employer any inconsistencies
between the requirements of these Standards and this specification.

Where equivalent standard(s) are offered as an alternative, the Contractor/Supplier shall

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provide two copies of English language translations of the standard(s) at no extra cost to the
contract.

3.5 QUALITY CONTROL

3.5.1 Inspection and Testing

The prime responsibility for inspection and testing rests with Contractor/Supplier. The
inspection and acceptance of drawings, materials and workmanship; or the waiver of
inspection by the Employer does not relieve the Contractor/Supplier of any obligations or
responsibilities to carry out the work in accordance with the Contract. The inspection and
testing shall be documented such that it is possible to verify that it was undertaken. Records
of inspection shall include as a minimum the contract identity, the name of inspector/tester,
date of inspection/test, operation/inspection, technique used, acceptance standard and
acceptability.

3.5.2 Type, Sample and Routine Tests

Type, sample and routine tests shall be undertaken as appropriate on all components supplied
and/or installed under this contract, in accordance with the requirements of this specification.

3.5.3 Certificate of Conformity

Prior to the issue of the 'Release Certificate' or agreement to shipping, the Contractor/Supplier
shall submit to the Employer 3(three) copies of the completed Certificate of Conformity (see
Appendix 3.Al). The certificate shall be supported by copies of the appropriate material test
certificates, inspection records, type and sample test reports as detailed in the relevant section
of this specification.

3.6 NON CONFORMING PRODUCTS

The Employer shall review the non-conforming products in accordance with BS EN ISO 9001.

3.7 MONITORING OF QUALITY ASSURANCE ARRANGEMENTS

3.7.1 Monitoring of the Quality Assurance Arrangements may be undertaken by the Employer
during the course of the contract. This will take the form of surveillance of the activities at
work locations and/or by formal audits of the Contractor's/Suppliers systems and procedures
which constitute his Quality Assurance Arrangements. Corrective actions shall be agreed and
implemented in respect of any deficiencies.

3.7.2 The Contractor/Supplier shall provide all facilities including access (including his suppliers or
subcontractors), which may be required by the Employer for monitoring activities.

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3.8 SUPPLIERS AND SUB-CONTRACTORS

The Contractor/Supplier shall ensure that any suppliers or sub-contractors appointed by him
under the Contract, shall conform to the requirements of this Specification. Prior to the
appointment of any supplier/subcontractor the Contractor/Supplier shall ensure that their
Quality Assurance Arrangements comply with the requirements of ISO 9001:2008 and this
Specification.

The Contractor's auditing of his supplier's/subcontractor's Quality Assurance arrangements

shall be documented to demonstrate to the Employer their extent and effectiveness.

3.9 METHOD STATEMENTS

Prior to commencing any section of the work, the Contractor shall submit method statements
in accordance with the requirement of the relevant section of this Specification. Submission
of these method statements shall be treated as Hold Points.

When requested by the Employer or their appointed representatives, additional method

statements related to specific items of work shall be provided by the Contractor.

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APPENDIX 3.A1

CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY

To: Director (Technical) From: (Contractor

Details)
Power Grid Company of Bangladesh Ltd
Institution of Engineers Bangladesh (IEB) Bhaban (4th Floor)
Ramna, Dhaka-1000
Bangladesh

*To be marked for the attention of.....................................................................................

CONTRACT ...................................................................................................

................................................. .................................................

...................................................................................................

We certify that the products detailed below have been inspected, tested and unless noted to the
contrary, conform in all respects to the requirements.

QUANTITY DESCRIPTION

Please tick

ATTACHMENTS

Test reports (details) ------------------------------------

(Other details as per

relevant section)

Dated ---------------------------------- Signed --------------------------------

Status --------------------------------

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APPENDIX 3.B1

ENGINEERING DOCUMENTS TO BE SUBMITTED BY THE CONTRACTOR

Clause Reference Documents Description Comment

3.2.2 Quality Assurance Programme

3.3.2 Quality plan

3.4.4 Equivalent Standards If applicable

APPENDIX 3.C1

NOTIFICATION AND HOLD POINTS

Clause Reference Notification Points Hold Point

3.2.2 Quality Assurance

Programme
3.3.2 Quality Plan

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APPENDIX 3.Dl

REFERENCE STANDARDS

The reference standards and other documents referred to in this Section of the Specification are listed
below:

ISO 9001:2008 Quality management systems - Requirements.

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BID DOCUMENNT
FOR
PROCUREMENT OF
PLANT DESIGN, SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION

Replacement of existing 132 kV double Circuit line over

proposed 400kV switchyard by underground cable and supply
of Stub Materials on Turnkey Basis

SECTION 4

DESIGN PARTICULARS

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SECTION 4

DESIGN PARTICULARS

CONTENTS

CLAUSE NO. PAGE NO.

4.1 PHILOSOPHY OF DESIGN ........................................................................................................... 1

4.2 UNITS OF MEASUREMENT ........................................................................................................ 1
4.3 DOCUMENT SUBMISSIONS ....................................................................................................... 1
4.4 DESIGN CALCULATIONS............................................................................................................ 1
4.5 DRAWINGS .................................................................................................................................... 2
4.5.1 General Requirements ............................................................................................................. 2
4.5.2 Computer Generated Drawings .............................................................................................. 3
4.5.3 Contract Drawing List ............................................................................................................. 3
4.5.4 Contract Record Drawings...................................................................................................... 3
4.5.5 Route Maps .............................................................................................................................. 4
4.6 SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION MATERIAL MANUAL ........................................................... 4
4.8 MAINTENANCE MANUAL.......................................................................................................... 4
4.9 SAMPLES AND MODELS ............................................................................................................ 5
4.10 PHOTOGRAPHS ........................................................................................................................ 5

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SECTION 4

DESIGN PARTICULARS

4.1 PHILOSOPHY OF DESIGN

The philosophy of design contained within this specification is based upon deterministic
principles, whereby the applied loading multiplied by the appropriate safety factor must be
less than the ultimate strength of the component.

In tendering the Contractor/Supplier will be deemed to have concurred, as a practical

manufacturer, with the design and layout of the Works as being sufficient to ensure reliability
and safety in operation, freedom from undue stresses and satisfactory performance in all other
essentials as a working plant.

The transmission line(s) shall be designed with high reliability and low cost maintenance as
the primary consideration in accordance with the relevant sections of the Specification.

The design shall incorporate all reasonable precautions and provisions for the safety of those
concerned in the erection and subsequent maintenance of the Contract Works.

4.2 UNITS OF MEASUREMENT

In all correspondence, technical schedules, design calculations and drawings, the metric (SI)
units of measurement shall be used. Angular measurement shall be degrees, with 90°
comprising a right angle.

4.3 DOCUMENT SUBMISSIONS

The Contractor/Supplier shall submit to the Employer all design calculation drawings, method
statements, test programmes, test records etc as defined in Appendix 4.B1 of the relevant
sections of the Specifications, or as otherwise agreed by the Employer. For details of the
number of copies and time periods for approval, reference should be made to Appendix 4.A1.

4.4 DESIGN CALCULATIONS

All sets of calculations shall be complete, bound, properly titled and given a unique drawing
number (see Clause 4.5.1). The binding shall be such as to allow the easy introduction of
subsequent pages if necessary.

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Bound into each set shall be a fully detailed index. Following this shall be a Design
Information sheet(s) which shall incorporate the following details:

(a) The design concept shall be summarised;

(b) Full details of manuals, design papers or other aids referred to in the text shall be
given, with photocopies of relevant sheets if appropriate;
(c) Full loadings shall be reiterated, with their derivation if appropriate;
(d) Design stresses shall be reiterated;
(e) Code or standard references should be quoted, and equations written out in full for
initial calculations;

Should the Contractor/Supplier be required to re-submit amended calculation or

additional sheet(s), the following annotation shall be adopted.

(f) Amended sheets should retain the same sheet number, but have a lower case revision
letter suffix i.e. sheet 14 when amended becomes 14a, then 14b.
(g) Additional sheets that needed to be inserted shall be given the sheet number they are
added to, plus an upper case letter prefix i.e. additional sheets to piece 60 become
A60, B60 etc. and if subsequently amended A60a etc.
Where computer programs are used for design calculations a full explanation in the
English language shall be provided to assist the Employer's approval of the
calculations for each and every program used. Details must include name of program,
author, source, comprehensive description of theoretical basis including all references
to relevant documentation, checks undertaken on program and a list of projects on
which the program has been used.

4.5 DRAWINGS

4.5.1 General Requirements

Drawing shall be to scale, fully detailed and all dimensions shall be in Metric Units. General
arrangement drawings submitted shall be to a scale of not less than 1 to 50 and all detailed
drawings not less than 1 to 20.

Drawings sheets shall conform in size to BS 3429, main A0, Al, A2, A3 and A4.

The sheet size is to be stated on the drawing within or adjacent to the title block.

Drawings shall be to BS 308 or equivalent.

The scale used shall be stated on the drawing as a ratio together with a linear scale at a
convenient position along the margin of the original drawing sheet.

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The physical draughting requirements in respect of line density, strength, contrast, spacing
and character liability shall be met to ensure drawings are suitable for microfilming in
accordance with BS 5536 and the Specification for micro-copying, of drawings to BS 4210.

All drawings shall bear a title in English, serial number of the main Contract, drawing number
shall be unique to this Contract and scale. The system of numbering and layout of the title
block will be to the approval of the Employer. The title block shall include the name and
address of the Employer and the Employer. The revision notes shall detail the nature of each
revision. The revision shall be enclosed in a cloud with the revision letter indicated.

4.5.2 Computer Generated Drawings

The submission of computer generated drawings by electronic transmission or in diskette

format shall be subject to agreement by both the Employer/Purchaser and the Employer.

4.5.3 Contract Drawing List

At defined intervals the Contractor/Supplier shall submit the requisite number of copies of the
Contract Drawing List.

The list shall contain the following information:

(a) Drawing number;

(b) Drawing title;
(c) Revision status;
(d) Approval status.

All changes since the previous issue shall be clearly indicated and when agreed onlv the front
(index) sheet and revised sheets need to be submitted.

4.5.4 Contract Record Drawings

The Contractor/Supplier shall submit to the Employer:

(a) A final issue of the Contract Drawing List indicating which of the drawings, design
calculations, method statements etc. he proposes to issue as final contract drawings.
These drawings shall be updated to incorporate all modifications made during
erection and commissioning.
(b) Requisite number of prints of each schedule, including where appropriate the Supply
and Installation Material Manual.
(c) Requisite number of drawings, including design calculations, schedules including the
supply and Installation Material Manual in CD format in either WPG/
DXFPDF/DWG/DOC format.

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(d) Requisite number of polyester/transparency film copy of each drawing, including

design calculations, profiles and route maps.

The distribution of the contract record drawings will be advised by the Employer.

4.5.5 Route Maps

During, the progress of the work the Contractor shall record on Installation Material Manual
(SIMM's) and on a set of Survey Maps of approved scale such particulars as will allow an
accurate reference to be made afterwards in case of any faults or projected modifications to
the line.

The date included on the SIMMs shall be submitted to the Employer, to whom facilities shall
be given for examining such records during the progress of the work.

4.6 SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION MATERIAL MANUAL

As soon as final support positions have been selected and approved, the Contractor shall
provide the requisite copies of the A4 size Supply and Installation Material Manual (SIMM).

The appropriate reference drawing numbers shall also be included. Preliminary copies of
SIMMs shall be available prior to any site work commencing, together with material
summaries.

This is a Hold Point.

4.8 MAINTENANCE MANUAL

The Contractor/Supplier shall provide at the specified period before the end of the
construction period of the Contract, a maintenance manual covering, the following
information:-

(a) Type and description of all plant erected, together with names and addresses of
manufacturer;
(b) Methods of assembly of all fittings;
(c) Recommendations of preventive maintenance including frequency of inspections;
(d) List of recommend maintenance equipment with a description of its use and
limitations;
(e) Personnel safety equipment requirements and any risk assessments required.

The above information must be specified in this Contract and entirely in the English language.

Drawings and diagrams shall be used where necessary to enable the Employer/Purchaser
properly to maintain the whole of the Works.

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The manual shall be suitably bound within a hard cover and all materials used shall be
reasonably hard wearing.

The manual shall be submitted to the Employer. This is a Hold Point.

4.9 SAMPLES AND MODELS

If the nature of the Works makes it desirable, the Contractor/Supplier may be asked to submit
or prepare for the Employer such samples, patterns and models as the Employer may
reasonably require for the purpose of design approval at the expense of the
Contractor/Supplier.

4.10 PHOTOGRAPHS

The Contractor/Supplier shall make all arrangements to provide progress photographs

(including electronic data) of all tests and such sections of the work in progress as directed by
the Employer. Each photograph shall be of size 25 cm x 20 cm suitably entitled. The
electronic data (softcopy) of the photographs shall be the property of the Employer/Purchaser
and no prints from these negatives shall be supplied to any persons unless under the Authority
of the Employer/Purchaser.

The Contractor/Supplier will normally be required to provide every month at his own cost the
3(three) sets of unmounted progress photographs and their electronic data (softcopy) suitably
inscribed, on portions of the Work- in progress, throughout the period of construction. Any
variation to these quantities will only be with the permission of the Employer.

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APPENDIX 4.A1

TIME INTERVALS FOR DOCUMENTS SUBMISSION, OR TEST &

INSPECTION NOTIFICATION AND NUMBER OF SUBMISSION COPIES

Item Time Notification No. of Copies

intervals Period
(weeks) (Days)
Submission of :
Contract Drawing List 4 - 5
Maintenance Manual 26 - 10
Method Statement
- Overall 12 - 5
- Detailed 4 - 5
Programme of Works
Programme of Reports (Weekly) 1 - 5
(Monthly) 4 - 5
Quality Assurance Programme 4 - 5
Quality Plan 4 - 5
Preliminary Supply & Install
Material Manual 12 - 5
Time Intervals
Currency of Standards 4 - -
Drawing Approval 3 - -
Commencement of Work after issue of 1 - -
Notice
Suspension of Work 1 - -
Notification of Periods:
Type Tests - Overseas - 28 -
- Local - 7 -
Sample Test – overseas - 14 -
Inspection of Work on Site - 3 -
Final Line Inspection - 14 -
Commencement of Survey - 7 -
Copies:
Drawings for Approval - - 5
Approved Drawings - - 5

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APPENDIX 4.A1 Contd.

Item Time Notification No. of Copies

intervals Period
(weeks) (Days)
Test Programme - 45 5
Final Supply Installation Material
Manuals - - 5
Installation Instructions - - 5
Contract Records
- Prints - - 6
- Transparencies - - 1
- CD - -S 2
Test Reports - - 5
Certificate of Conformity - - 5
English Language Translation of - -
‘equivalent’ standards 1
Applicable Reference Standards 4 - 1

Note: The time interval refers to the appropriate time period in weeks required
before or after a specified event e.g. the Contract Drawing List shall be
submitted at 4 week intervals, while the Applicable Reference Standards
shall be submitted 4 weeks after signing of the Contract.

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APPENDIX 4.Bl

ENGINEERING DOCUMENTS TO BE SUBMITTED BY CONTRACTOR

Clause Document Description Comment

Reference

4.5.3 Contract Drawing List

4.5.4 Contract Record List
4.5.5 Route Maps
4.7 Supply and Install Material Manual
4.8 Maintenance Manual
4.9 Photographs

APPENDIX 4.Cl

NOTIFICATION AND HOLD POINTS

Clause Notification Points Hold Points

Reference

4.7 Supply and Install

Material Manual
4.8 Maintenance Manual

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APPENDIX 4.Dl

REFERENCE STANDARDS

The reference standards and other documents referred to in this Section of the
specification are listed below:

BS 308: Engineering Drawing practice

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BID DOCUMENNT
FOR
PROCUREMENT OF
PLANT DESIGN, SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION

Replacement of existing 132 kV double Circuit line over proposed

400kV switchyard by underground cable and supply of Stub
Materials on Turnkey Basis

SECTION 5

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SECTION 5

ACCESS

CONTENTS

CLAUSE NO. PAGE NO.

5.1 WAYLEAVES .................................................................................................................................. 2

5.1.1 General...................................................................................................................................... 2
5.1.2 Wayleave Schedule .................................................................................................................... 2
5.2 ACCESS TO SITE, NOTICE OF ENTRY ........................................................................................ 2
5.2.1 Access Routes - General ............................................................................................................ 2
5.2.2 Commencement of Work ........................................................................................................... 3
5.2.3 Suspension of Work .................................................................................................................. 3
5.2.4 Compliance with Occupier's Requirements ................................................................................. 3
5.4 CROSSING OF OBSTACLES .......................................................................................................... 3
5.4.1 General...................................................................................................................................... 3
5.4.2 Public Utilities ........................................................................................................................... 4
5.5 DAMAGE ......................................................................................................................................... 4
5.5.1 General...................................................................................................................................... 4
5.5.2 Contractor's Responsibility ....................................................................................................... 4
5.5.3 Livestock, Dogs ........................................................................................................................ 4

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SECTION 5

ACCESS

5.1 WAYLEAVES

5.1.1 General

Wayleaves and access facilities subject to the requirements of landowners and occupiers, will
be provided by the Employer to enable the Contractor to carry out the erection of the Contract
Works but such facilities will not necessarily include facilities for storing material nor
necessarily include access for wheeled vehicles.

The Contractor will satisfy himself that the necessary rights of entry and access have been
obtained before entry is effected.

The Contractor shall indicate to the Employer such pipes or other obstructions, telephone,
telegraph and power lines which infringe the clearances specified or otherwise fail to satisfy
the requirements of the Specification.

The necessary permission for the removal of obstructions such as trees and for the permanent
removal or guarding of pipes, telegraph, telephone and power lines will be obtained by the
Employer at the cost of Contractor. All such costs shall deem to be included in the Contract
Price.

5.1.2 Wayleave Schedule

Before the Contractor commences work on any property he shall obtain from the Employer a
wayleave schedule including details of any special requirements of the occupiers concerned.

5.2 ACCESS TO SITE, NOTICE OF ENTRY

5.2.1 Access Routes - General

The Employer may indicate to the Contractor the general route for access to each or any
position as agreed by the Employer, otherwise the Contractor shall make all necessary
arrangements (other than questions of wayleaves) with the occupier.

Subject to the provisions of the preceding paragraph the Contractor shall before
commencing work-, at his own expenses, do what is necessary to make the access suitable for
his use and shall take all reasonable precautions to avoid damage, including, if required the
erection of temporary fences or gates where permanent fences, hedges or gates have been
removed. The Contractor shall not be entitled to any additional payment in the event of a
particular access being difficult.

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The Contractor shall be responsible for maintaining agreed access routes, without undue
widening, in a usable condition for the duration of the Contract and the occupier shall not be
put to any inconvenience in gaining access to his land or buildings. No unauthorised access
route shall be taken by the Contractor.

5.2.2 Commencement of Work

The Contractor shall be responsible, before beginning work on any property for obtaining
confirmation from the Employer that wayleaves are in order and any agreed accesses, have
not been altered and for giving not less than 48 hours notice to the occupiers that work is to
begin. Work shall proceed on any land within the requisite period of such notice being given
to the occupier.

5.2.3 Suspension of Work

Where work is to be suspended without the expectation of it being resumed within the
specified period, the Contractor must notify the occupier of such intention and shall similarly
give the occupier prior notification of the resumption of work. The purpose of this Clause is
to assist in maintaining good relations between the occupier, the Contractor and the Employer
and to keep the occupier informed of what is going to happen on or across his land.

5.2.4 Compliance with Occupier's Requirements

The Contractor shall at all times during the execution of the Works ensure compliance with
all such reasonable requirements of the occupier as are brought to the Contractor's notice by
the Employer. The Contractor shall not be entitled to any additional payment in respect of his
compliance with the reasonable requirements of the occupier.

5.4 CROSSING OF OBSTACLES

5.4.1 General

The Contractor shall, at his own expense, make any necessary arrangements and take the
necessary precautions where the route crosses telecommunication, power or pipe lines,
antiquities or other obstructions or ground over or across which installation cannot be carried
out in the normal manner or has to be avoided. These arrangements must be submitted to the
Employer. This is a Hold Point.

Where the line is set across a power line, telecommunication line, gas pipe line, sewarage line,
drain, fence, hedge, bank or wall etc. and in case the said existing installation can not be by
passed through re-route, the Contractor shall remove and reinstate the existing installation at
his own expense and he shall be responsible at his own expense for making good to the
satisfaction of the Employer, owners and tenants concerned, all land, property, roads, drains,
fences, walls, hedges, gates and the like which he has damaged or disturbed during the

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execution of the Contract Works and shall remove all surplus material after installation. The
Contractor shall take proper precautions to prevent the straying of and damage to livestock
until after the backfilling of excavations and permanent reinstatement of such installation
which is completed.

5.4.2 Public Utilities

The Contractor shall ensure that the erection of the Contract Works does not cause damage to
or interference with existing telecommunication, power or pipe lines, drainage etc.

Where appropriate Authorities affected deem it necessary for the protection of their
employees, property, or the public or for the assistance of traffic to provide flagmen and
watchmen, the cost of such provision shall be borne by the Contractor. Where required by the
appropriate Authorities work shall be carried on outside normal hours and at the Contractor's
own expense.The Contractor shall also be liable to make good at least to the original
condition or compensate the owners, operators and users or any public undertaking in respect
of any damage however caused to their property, lands or roads arising, out of or in
consequence of the execution of the Works.

5.5 DAMAGE

5.5.1 General

The Contractor shall take all reasonable precautions to avoid damage to land, property, roads,
crops, field drains, fences walls, hedges, gates, trees, power line, pipeline, sewarage line etc
and the like and shall ensure that the work is adequately supervised so that any damage is
reduced to the minimum. As otherwise provided, the Contractor will be liable for all damage
arising by or in consequence of the Works including damage to crops, trees house and shall
pay compensation or make good the same, as applicable.

5.5.2 Contractor's Responsibility

The Contractor's liability for loss or damage shall extend to any such loss or damage resulting
from the employment of a Subcontractor. This does not relieve the Contractor of his liability
for all actions of his Subcontractor.

5.5.3 Livestock, Dogs

Adequate provision shall be made by the Contractor to prevent the straying of or injury to
livestock during the execution of the Works and until the permanent reinstatement of fences,
walls, hedges, gates and the like is completed. The Contractor shall not bring any dog on or
near the site or suffer or permit any of his employees, representatives or agents or any
Subcontractor to bring any dog on or near the site and shall cause the immediate removal of
any dog which may be on or near the Site in breach of this provision.

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The Contractor shall be liable for any injury to or loss of livestock due in the opinion of the
Employer to failure to comply with the above requirements.
APPENDIX 5.Al

ROUTE CLEARANCE

The Contractor shall be responsible to take clearance from relevant authorities. The Employer shall
cooperate in this regard.

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 POWER GRID COMPANY OF BANGLADESH LIMITED

BID DOCUMENNT
FOR
PROCUREMENT OF
PLANT DESIGN, SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION

Replacement of existing 132 kV double Circuit line over proposed

400kV switchyard by underground cable and supply of Stub Materials
on Turnkey Basis

SECTION 6

132KV POWER CABLES & CABLE TERMINATING ACCESSORIES

AND CABLE LAYING

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SECTION 6

132KV POWER CABLES & CABLE TERMINATING ACCESSORIES

AND CABLE LAYING

CONTENTS

CLAUSE NO. PAGE NO.

6.1 SCOPE .......................................................................................................................................... 1

6.2 STANDARD ................................................................................................................................. 1
6.3 CONDITIONS OF OPERATION ................................................................................................ 1
6.4 SERVICES .................................................................................................................................... 2
6.4.1 General .................................................................................................................................. 2
6.4.2 Performance Requirements ................................................................................................... 2
6.5 TYPE APPROVAL ...................................................................................................................... 2
6.6 CABLE LENGTHS ...................................................................................................................... 3
6.7 CABLE DRUMS .......................................................................................................................... 3
6.8 MEASURMENTS ........................................................................................................................ 3
6.9 SPARE CABLE ............................................................................................................................ 3
6.9 SPECIAL TOOLS ........................................................................................................................ 4
6.10 CABLE JOINTING INSTRUCTIONS AND DRAWINGS ................................................... 4
6.11 CABLE SPECIFICATION ....................................................................................................... 4
6.11.1 General .................................................................................................................................. 4
6.11.2 Conductors ............................................................................................................................ 4
6.11.3 Conductor Screen .................................................................................................................. 5
6.11.4 Insulation............................................................................................................................... 5
6.11.5 Insulation Screen................................................................................................................... 6
6.11.6 Metallic Sheath........................................................................................................................... 6
6.11.7 MDPE Outer Sheath ............................................................................................................. 6
6.11.8 Anti-Termite Protection ............................................................................................................. 7
6.11.9 Identification of Cable .......................................................................................................... 7
6.12 SEALING AND DRUMMING .................................................................................................... 7
6.13 ACCESSORIES ............................................................................................................................ 7
6.13.1 Outdoor terminations ............................................................................................................ 8
6.13.2 Gas Immersed Terminations ................................................................................................. 8
6.13.3 Joints ..................................................................................................................................... 8
6.14 INSTALLTION OF CABLES ...................................................................................................... 9
6.14.1 General .................................................................................................................................. 9
6.14.2 Scope ..................................................................................................................................... 9
6.14.3 Route Survey......................................................................................................................... 9
6.14.5 Installation of underground Cables....................................................................................... 9
6.14.6 Bonding ............................................................................................................................... 10
6.15 TESTS ......................................................................................................................................... 11

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6.15.1 General ................................................................................................................................ 11

6.15.2 Type Tests ........................................................................................................................... 11
6.15.3 Routine Tests ...................................................................................................................... 11
6.15.4 Sample Tests ....................................................................................................................... 11
6.15.5 Tests at site after installation .............................................................................................. 11
6.16 EARTHING SYSTEM ............................................................................................................... 11
6.17.1 General ................................................................................................................................ 12
6.17.2 Test...................................................................................................................................... 13

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SECTION 6

132KV POWER CABLES & CABLE TERMINATING ACCESSORIES

AND CABLE LAYING

6.1 SCOPE
These clauses describe the General Technical Requirements for the 132kV power cables,
cable terminating accessories and installation of cables and shall be read in conjunction
with the Project Requirements, Schedules and Drawing in the specification.

The Contractor shall demonstrate that the cables have been design, built and installed in
accordance with the relevant international standards and the specification. It shall also
operate and perform on site in accordance with the requirements of the specification and in
the environment defined therein.

The design shall be proven by the submission of test certificates covering all specified tests
deemed to be pertinent to the plant and to the conditions in which it will operate at the time
of Bidding.

The scope of work also includes supply and installation of cable joints and sealing ends.

6.2 STANDARD
The cable and accessories shall comply with this specification and the latest version of
relevant IEC, BS standards or approved equivalent.

6.3 CONDITIONS OF OPERATION

The cable shall be manufactured in Triple Extrusion in one Operation and shall be cured in
Dry Curing Process in order to have maximum reliability.

The specified manufacturing process shall be as per the requirement mentioned in the
schedule of technical particulars and guarantee to ensure the highest standards of
concentricity. The cable manufacturer shall confirm in their offer that they shall use their
manufacturing process and enclose necessary documentary evidence with their offer.

The cable shall be single core XLPE insulated cable with stranded copper conductor. The
conductor screen consists of an extruded layer firmly bonded to the XLPE insulation. The
nominal system voltage to which the cables will be connected is 132kV and the highest
operating voltage Um will be 145kV. The operating current will be 1200 amps at 132kV
double circuits with trefoil formation and cross bonding system.

The cable shall be designed to operate continuously at temperature of 90ºC. Each

conductor and the metal sheath/screen shall be capable of carrying the specified fault
current for the specified time and its final temperature shall not exceed 250ºC for
conductor and the appropriate specified value for metal sheath/screen respectively. An
adequate measure should be taken to protect against ingress of moisture and water.

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6.4 SERVICES

6.4.1 General
All 132 kV cable circuit shall be installed by direct burial at an average depth of 1.5 meter
from finished ground level to the top of cables.

The cable sealing ends shall be terminated with porcelain/polymeric bushing terminations
in outdoor installation or shall be suitable for terminating the cables directly into the GIS
switchgear. The terminations shall be suitable for outdoor installation in heavily polluted
atmosphere and shall be made completely weather proof through the cable sealing ends.

The cable joints shall be suitable for underground buried installation with uncontrolled
backfill and chances of flooding by water. The cable joints shall have adequate mechanical
protection feature.

6.4.2 Performance Requirements

System Electrical Parameters and Climatic Condition

The cable and accessories shall be suitable for use under the following conditions:

(a) Normal system voltage 132kV

(b) Highest system voltage 145kV
(c) System frequency 50Hz
(d) System earthing Solidly earthed
(e) Impulse level 650kV
(f) Maximum earth fault current of Metallic Sheath 31.5kA
(g) Maximum duration of fault current 3 Second
(h) Maximum continuous conductor temperature 90°C
(i) Maximum conductor temperature under short circuit 250°C
(j) Average ambient air temperature 40°C
(k) Maximum ground temperature (Trench) 30°C
(l) Soil Thermal receptivity (ground level) 120°C cm/watt
(m) Symmetrical short circuit rating for 1 sec. 90kA

The current rating of the cable in trenches shall be determined by the calculation method
given in IEC 60287.

6.5 TYPE APPROVAL

The cables and accessories shall have satisfactorily passed type approval tests in
accordance with the Specification and details of the cable designs offered shall be given in
the Schedule of Particulars and Guarantees. Type test reports shall include cable design
details and design drawings of each jointing accessory included in the type test.

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The Contractor shall certify that the cables and/or accessories offered will be identical in
all essential particulars in respect of design, materials and workmanship with the cables
and/or accessories for which type approval certificates are offered in support of this bid.

The Contractor shall also ensure that all materials used will be subjected to and shall have
satisfactorily withstood such tests as are customary in the manufacture of the types of cable
specified.

Records of such tests shall be available for inspection, if required by the Employer.

6.6 CABLE LENGTHS

The cables shall be supplied in specified drum length bearing in mind the transport
limitations in gaining access to the site. No drum shall contain more than one length.

The length of cable on each drum shall be approximately 800 meter. The correct total
quantity, the number of drums, the length of cable on each drum shall be ascertained by the
Contractor from the Employer at the time of manufacture. This is in view of any change in
the already finalized route plan, profile, which may arise due to any unforeseen
circumstances between the period of placing the order and commencement of manufacture.

6.7 CABLE DRUMS

Cable drums shall be non-returnable and shall be made of steel suitably protected against
corrosion. They shall be lagged with closely fitting battens in accordance with the relevant
BS or equivalent IEC standard.

Each cable drum shall bear a distinguishing number and particulars specified in Section 17
of this specification on the outside of one flange. An arrow on both flanges shall indicate
the direction of rolling. The method of drum marking shall be to the Employer’s approval.

Cable maintenance lengths and spare lengths shall be wound on to steel drums before they
are handed over to the purchaser’s stores. Particulars of the cable (as stand above) shall be
clearly marked on one flange.

6.8 MEASURMENTS
There will be on measurements on completion of the works except where the extent of
work varies from that specified herein. In this event measurements of length for the
purposes of payment shall be to the nearest half meter and measurements shall be made
jointly by the contractor and the Employer.

6.9 SPARE CABLE

In addition to the cable maintenance lengths supplied against the Schedule of Spares the
Employer shall have the option to purchases from the Contractor at the rates stated in the
Schedule any spare cut lengths of cable for future maintenance purposes.

Brass or other approved sealing caps of the correct size shall be supplied for each end of
spare cut cable lengths to enable them to be properly stored for future maintenance

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purposes. The Contractor shall be responsible for the immediate sealing of such cut lengths
and the cost thereof shall be deemed to be included in the contract price.

6.9 SPECIAL TOOLS

Special tools used for the purpose of the cable installation, those shall be handed over to
the Purchaser’s stores after the taking over of the installation.

Prices of such special tools shall be proposed in the Price Schedule as a Contractor’s option.

6.10 CABLE JOINTING INSTRUCTIONS AND DRAWINGS

Copies of the instructions for the jointing of each type of cable terminating and jointing
accessories supplied shall be submitted to the Employer for approval before any work is
commenced at site. One copy of each instruction shall be bound into each copy of the
Operating and Maintenance Instructions to be supplied to the Employer at the completion
of the Contract for the usage of the Purchaser.

The following drawings shall be submitted by the Contractor for approval by the Employer.
"As installed" drawings of cable routes shall be drawn to a scale of 1/200. The route shall
be dimensioned in such manner that it may be used for pinpointing accurately the cables in
the future. All drawings shall be submitted for approval before the issue of the Taking-
Over certificate.

6.11 CABLE SPECIFICATION

6.11.1 General
The132KV single core cables shall comprise of copper conductor XLPE insulation
simultaneously applying a semiconducting conductor screen, a thermosetting insulating
dielectric and a semiconducting insulation screen. The extruded core shall be cured by
using a dry curing process and the by products of crosslinking removed by a prolonged
degassing process. The core shall be sheathed overall with an appropriate metal sheath and
protected with a continuously extruded polymeric outer sheath. A thin layer of graphite or
semi-conducting polymer shall be applied overall and firmly bonded to permit testing of
the cable outer sheath.

132KV XLPE insulated cables shall comply with the requirements of IEC60502 & IEC
60840 plus any additional requirements specified hereafter.

The cable shall be designed for a reliable service life of at least 30 years.

6.11.2 Conductors
Conductors shall be stranded, annealed, high conductivity copper. The copper wire
before shaping shall be smooth, uniform in quality, free from scale, inequalities, spills,
splits and other defects and should comply with the requirements of international
specification IEC 60228.

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When made up from shaped wires the conductor shall be clean and uniform in size and
shape and its surface shall be free from sharp edges and unless otherwise approved shall be
taped with a layer of conducting or semi-conducting material.

Not more than two joints shall be allowed in any of the single wires forming each length of
conductor and no joint shall be within 300 mm of any other joint in the same layer. The
jointing of wires shall be by brazing, silver soldering cold welding or electrical welding.
No joint shall be made in the wire after it has been formed up into the required length.

The conductor will be water blocked to meet the requirements of IEC 60502 & IEC 60840,
using water blocking tapes around each layer of conductor wires to form a water barrier to
prevent water penetration along the conductor in case the cable damaged. A radial water
barrier over the conductor alone is not acceptable. The use of water blocking powder on its
own is not permitted.

6.11.3 Conductor Screen

A conductor screen shall be used to provide a smooth interface between the conductor and
the cable insulation. A suitable semi-conducting binder tape will be applied over the
conductor to prevent the extruded screen falling between the interstices of the conductor
strands.

The semi-conducting screen will have a spot minimum thickness of 0.5mm.

The conductor screen will be made from semiconducting crosslinked polyethylene (XLPE)
using carbon black material and will be applied as part of a triple extrusion process.

The conductor screen shall be extruded and consist of a black, semi-conducting thermoset
material fully compatible with the conductor and extruded insulation. The outer surface of
the semi-conducting screen shall be super smooth, cylindrical and firmly bonded to the
overlying insulation.

A smoothness assessment should be conducted on extruded tape samples of the

semiconducting screen material. The contact surface between the screen and the insulation
shall be cylindrical, smooth and free from protrusions and irregularities that extend more
than 0.125mm into the insulation.

6.11.4 Insulation
The insulation shall be an extruded crosslinked polyethylene (XLPE) material forming a
concentric dielectric surrounding the conductor.

The extruded conductor screen, insulation and insulation screen shall be manufactured to
the highest standards of concentricity, diameter roundness and longitudinal diameter
stability.The materials for the manufacture of 132kV cables shall be delivered in clean bulk
containers.

The specified and required manufacturing process shall be as per the requirement
mentioned in the schedule of technical particulars and guarantee to ensure the highest
standards of concentricity.

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Every effort is to be made by the manufacturer to ensure the purity of the insulation
extruded on the cable core.

The thickness of the insulation shall be 17mm as the minimum average value measured
according to IEC Publication 60840.

6.11.5 Insulation Screen

The insulation screen shall be extruded and consist of a black, semiconducting thermoset
material fully compatible with the extruded insulation. The interface between the insulation
and the semiconducting screen shall be super smooth, cylindrical and firmly bonded.

Testing of the material should be as for the conductor screen.

To reduce the methane content of XLPE at a heat treatment after curing shall be carried out.
The extruded conductor screen, insulation and insulation screen shall be manufactured to
the highest standards of concentricity, diameter roundness and longitudinal diameter
stability. The Bidder/Contractor shall provide a detailed description on the extrusion,
curing, cooling and heat treatment after curing processes

6.11.6 Metallic Sheath

Provision should be made to prevent the longitudinal penetration of water along the
interface between the cable core and the metallic sheath by the application of suitable
water swellable tapes applied over the cable core.

The metallic sheath is required to fulfil the following requirements:

a. provide a radial watertight barrier to the ingress of moisture into the extruded cable
core,
b. provide a low resistance path for cable charging current,
c. provide protection against minor accidental damage caused by third party interference
with cable during installation and service and
d. be capable of sustaining the specified earth fault currents for the time stipulated by the
Engineer.

The metallic sheath shall consist of the corrugated aluminium sheath/extruded corrugated
seamless aluminium sheath. Aluminium used for the sheath shall have the minimum purity
of 99.5% and shall be of best quality metal free from pinhole flaws and other imperfections.
The minimum thickness at any point shall not fall below 85% of the specified nominal
thickness by more than 0.1mm.

6.11.7 MDPE Outer Sheath

After applying the bitumin compound over the aluminium sheath, the extruded medium
density polyethylene material (MDPE) outer sheath shall be applied.

The nominal thickness of outer sheath shall be not less the specified value. The minimum
thickness at any point shall not fall below 85% of the specified nominal thickness by more

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than 0.1mm.

An outer conductive coating (graphite coating or extruded layer) shall be applied to the
outer sheath to serve as an electrode for the voltage test on the outer sheath.

6.11.8 Anti-Termite Protection

An approved chemical additive shall be added to the cable outer sheath compound to
protect it from termite attack.

6.11.9 Identification of Cable

The outer MDPE sheath of all cables shall carry the following identification marks in one
meter intervals approximately.

"ELECTRIC CABLES 132000 Volts and cross section in sq. mm. cu. PGCB, the name of
the manufacture and the year of fabrication."

The letters and numerals shall comply with IEC or BS Publication.

6.12 SEALING AND DRUMMING

Immediately after the works tests, both ends of the cable shall be sealed against the ingress
of moisture, dirt and insects and the end projecting from the drum shall be adequately
protected against mechanical damage during handling. The cable drums shall be arranged
to take a round spindle and be lagged with strong, closely fitting battens so as to prevent
damage to the cable. Only steel cable drum shall be used.

The complete cable shall be rolled on steel cable drums capable of withstanding the rough
handling during transport without damage of the cable and enabling easy and safe unrolling
of the cable during erection.

Each drum shall have marked in indelible paint on both flanges, the following indications
besides the shipping instructions.
- Destination
- Type of cable
- Exact length
- Net and gross weight
- Trade mark
- An arrow painting in the direction of unrolling

6.13 ACCESSORIES
This section specifies technical requirements for cable accessories for connecting and
terminating 132 kV copper conductor XLPE Insulated underground cables. The cable
accessories comprise but are not limited to joints, bonding and earthing accessories, and
terminations forming 132 kV cable systems.

It is preferable that all the cables, joints, terminations and other accessories, are made by
the same manufacturer to ensure compatibility, reliability and responsibility. The cable
accessories must be type tested to the internationally recognised standards.

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6.13.1 Outdoor terminations

Termination insulators must be manufactured from Porcelain or polymeric materials, all
materials shall be fully factory tested during production. In accordance with IEC 60815 the
pollution level specified is ‘Heavy’, due to the exposure of the terminations to salt-laden
winds of the sea.

The stress control method must allow for the thermal expansion of the cable and the
tenderer must state how this is achieved. The sealing ends shall be filled with high
viscosity poly isobutylene, silicone oil, or equivalent and expansion devices shall be
provided where necessary.

Corona shields and arcing rings or horns shall be provided at the top of each open type
termination and a horn or ring at the base. The base itself shall be insulated from
supporting steelwork by mounting upon porcelain pedestal type insulators.

Outdoor sealing end supporting structure shall be constructed of galvanised steel and their
design shall be subject to the written approval of the Employer. The minimum height
above ground of the structure shall be 2000 mm.

6.13.2 Gas Immersed Terminations

Gas immersed terminations at the SF6 switchgear shall comply with the requirements of
the latest version of IEC 60859. The Contractor shall demonstrate that terminations meet
the mechanical loading of IEC 60859. The terminations shall be of plug-in “dry type”
construction, containing an epoxy resin insulator and an elastomeric stress cone, such that
the terminations can be made separate from the GIS and then subsequently plugged into
GIS without the need for degassing. The insulator shall have a blind-ended construction to
eliminate the possibility of SF6 gas leaking into the cable termination via the conductor
connection.

The conductor connection will be made using a compression connector.

The cable glands of the sealing ends shall be insulated from the SF6 switchgear, and
transformers.

6.13.3 Joints
All joints shall be supplied complete according to the International Standard.

EPR or Silicon rubber pre-moulded insulating block including the semi-conducting layers
(Slip on type) shall be applied for cable connection. The conductor connection with such as
crimping, screw connector, etc. shall not be accepted, and welding should be avoided.

The joints shall be Pre-moulded type suitable for the type of cables offered and shall be
suitable for underground-buried installation. The Interface pressure between cable
insulation and joint rubber block insulator shall be maintained over 0.2 MPa.

The Bidder/Contractor shall, in great detail, explain his proposed method of jointing.

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Metallic sheath separation shall be provided at the insulation joint.

The cable metallic sheaths shall be connected by soldering to the copper tube. The copper
tube shall be connected to the cable sheath in such a way to withstand short-circuit currents
as specified in the technical data sheets.

The two sides of the metallic sheaths shall be isolated, and each to be connected to the link
box.

Finally, the outer covering of a protective glass fiber box casing shall be provided.

The protective glass fiber box casing shall be filled with water-proof compound, to the full
satisfaction of the Employer.

6.14 INSTALLTION OF CABLES

6.14.1 General
The successful bidder shall carry out all activities connected with the laying and
installation of the XLPE power cables and completion of the work for which the project is
intended and to the full satisfaction of the purchaser.

The bidder shall submit a CPM to complete the cable installation.

6.14.2 Scope
This part covers route survey, proposed method of cable laying-directly buried/cables in
ducts/pipes at road crossing of trenches and construction of joint bays as per requirement
of the field conditions.

The scope also includes supply of all requisite labour, tools and materials like sand bricks,
pipes, joint marker and route markers and all other consumables required for the
completion of work.

6.14.3 Route Survey

The successful contractor shall make a detailed survey of the cable route after the award of
contract to decide the requirements of the following:
Cable delivery length per drum.
Location of joint bay position.
Quantity of joints required.
Design of cable laying-directly buried/cables in ducts/pipes for road, communication
circuit, gas line, drainage etc. crossing

6.14.4 Location of Joint bays

The location of joint bays should be carefully decided to avoid collection of sub soil water
and any possibility of flooding due to storm waters. The joint bays located should be easily
accessible for inspection and test.

6.14.5 Installation of underground Cables

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The installation of underground cables inclusive excavation of cable trenches, cable laying,
cable jointing and termination and backfilling the cable trenches and testing and
commissioning shall be carried out under the supervision with approved cable
manufacturer’s engineer(s) who shall have sufficient knowledge and experience in
construction of underground 132 kV or higher voltage grade XLPE cable circuits. CV of
cable engineers mentioning their experiences shall be submitted to the Employer by the
Contractor before execution of installation of underground cable circuits for approval. This
is a Hold Point.

Cable drum shall be unloaded handle and in an approved manner on hard and well drained
surface so that they must not sink. In no case shall the drum be stores flat i.e. with flange
horizontal rolling of drums shall be avoided. For unreeling of cables, the drum shall be
mounted on suitable jacks or on wheels. All possible care shall be taken during unreeling
and laying to avoid to dust twist, kink or sharp bends.

Bending radii for cables shall be as per manufacture’s recommendations. Manufacture’s

instruction shall be strictly adhered to and necessary conducting medium shall be provided
over the cable outer sheath for checking the healthiness of outer sheath applied.

Cable trenches shall be constructed for directly buried cables as per drawings of Drawing
Section. Cables shall be installed by direct burial at an average depth of 1.5 meter from
finished ground level. Construction of trench for cable shall also include excavation,
preparation of sieved sand bedding, riddled soil cover, supply and installation of concrete
protective covers back filling and compacting supply and installation of route marker and
joint marker. Back filling shall be by the material excavated. However, bigger stones and
pieces of rock etc. shall be removed.

The cables shall be laid in trefoil formation and shall be surrounded by well compacted
shifted sand of approximately 100 mm thickness in all directions from cable surface for
protection against damage. Concrete protective covers (RCC slabs) shall be
installed/provided directly over the compacted sand over the cable surface, RCC slabs shall
sufficiently cover the width of all the cables.

The cable jointing and termination work shall be carried out by experienced cable
manufacturer’s jointers who shall have adequate skill and experience in jointing an
termination of 132 kV or higher voltage grade XLPE cables. CV of cable jointers
mentioning cable jointing experiences shall be submitted to the Employer by the
Contractor before execution of cable jointing for approval. This is a Hold Point.

Bidder shall carry out the earthing of cable metallic sheath with the cross bonding system.

The sheath/screen shall be bonded to the earth through disconnecting type link boxes at
straight through joints and both end of cable terminations to avoid any induced voltage.

6.14.6 Bonding
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be earthed with the cross bonding system.

Bonding leads shall be of sufficient cross sectional area to carry the maximum imposed
short circuit level. A schematic diagram detailing the proposed bonding system with
describing the detailed earthing items such as the bonding leads, link boxes and all the
necessary equipment shall be submitted with the Bid.

6.15 TESTS

6.15.1 General
All type, routine and sample tests for cable and its accessories shall be carried out in
accordance with the requirement of IEC 60840.

The bidder must furnish the type tests report from an independent laboratory for type tests
conducted on cable and its accessories of same or higher voltage grade.

The bidder shall give clear three weeks notice in advance to the purchaser to arrange for
inspection/witness of tests.

6.15.2 Type Tests

The cables to be supplied by the Contractor under this Contract shall be type tested as per
the requirement of IEC 60840 and the type test reports shall be submitted by the Bidders
with their bids.

6.15.3 Routine Tests

The specified tests in IEC60840 shall be carried out on each manufactured length of cable.

6.15.4 Sample Tests

The tests specified in IEC60840 shall be carried out on samples which taken to represent
batches.

6.15.5 Tests at site after installation

Tests on new installations are carried out according to IEC 60840 when the installation of
the cable system has been completed.

6.16 EARTHING SYSTEM

The cross-bonding system of the single-core 132kV cable sheath circuit as well as design
of the relative individual accessories shall be subject to the approval of Employer.

The cable sheaths shall be directly earthed through link boxes at every third joint bay. At
the intermediate joints the sheaths shall be earthed through voltage limiters to limit steep-
fronted transient over voltages to a value which can be safely withstood by the sheath
insulation. The voltage limiters shall be made of non-linear resistors.

At all joints where cables are not cross-bonded (at solidly bonded joints on the cross-
bonded system) all cable sheaths are to be connected directly through isolation links to

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earth without sheath voltage limiters.

6.17 SURGE ARRESTER

6.17.1 General
Surge arresters shall be of the type employing non-linear metal oxide resistors without
spark gaps. The Contractor shall demonstrate by calculations that the surge arresters will
adequately protect the switchgear arrangement proposed.

Arresters shall be designed and tested in accordance with the requirements of IEC 99-4.
Any departure shall be the subject of agreement between the Employer and the Contractor.

Surge arresters shall be housed in porcelain insulators designed to withstand extremes of

the environment described. The insulation shall have a minimum creepage distance of 25
mm/kV rated system phase to phase voltage. Porcelain shall comply with IEC 233. The
method of sealing against the ingress of moisture shall be of a type well proven in service
and the manufacturing procedures shall include an effective leak test which can be
demonstrated to the inspecting engineer if required.

The internal components of arresters shall be arranged to minimise radial voltage stresses,
internal corona and to ensure minimal capacitive coupling with any conducting layer of
pollutant on the outside of the porcelain housing.

Good electrical contact shall be maintained between resistor blocks taking account of any
thermal expansion and contraction of the block or mechanical shock during transport and
erection, by installing a well proven clamping system.

Metal oxide arresters installed outdoors shall be able to dissipate, when new, twice the
energy generated in the resistor blocks when energised at their maximum continuous
operating voltage immediately having been subjected to the discharge duties specified in
IEC 99-4 and assuming that the porcelain housing and the surrounding air is at least 5 C
higher than the maximum ambient air temperature specified.

Good quality control of the manufacturing process of the resistors shall be ensured by
rigorous testing procedures. The procedures shall ensure that the characteristics of the
blocks are, and will remain, within the specified limits when new and throughout the
anticipated life of the arresters. Samples may be selected at random by the Employer for
special tests to be agreed with the manufacturer.

All surge arresters shall be fitted with a pressure relief diaphragm which shall prevent
explosive shattering of the porcelain housing in the event of an arrester failure and the
arrester shall have been tested according to the high and low current tests specified in IEC
60099-1.

Arresters shall be supplied complete for installation in an outdoor switchyard, including

insulating bases and surge counters, one per phase, and, if applicable, grading rings. The
material used for terminals shall be compatible with that of the conductors to which they

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are to be connected.

Each arrester shall be identified by a rating plate in accordance with the requirements of
IEC 60099-4. In addition an identification mark shall be permanently inscribed on each
separately housed unit of a multi-unit arrester so that units can be replaced in the correct
position in the event of them being dismantled.

Surge counters shall have an internal assembly which is matched to the line discharge
capability of the arrester and shall include a leakage current meter with a bi-linear scale for
ease of reading. Auxiliary contacts are to be provided to signal remote indication of
counter operation.

6.17.2 Test
Routine tests shall be carried out in accordance with the requirements of this Specification
and as per IEC 60099-4.

The following routine tests shall be carried out all arrester units in accordance with Clause
8.1 of IEC 60099-4:
(a) Measurement of reference voltage
(b) Residual voltage test
(c) Partial discharge test
(d) Housing leakage test
(e) Current distribution test for multi-column arresters
The following acceptance tests shall be carried out on one complete arrester of each
voltage rating and/or type being supplied, all in accordance with Clause 8.2 of IEC 60099-
4:
(a) Measurement of power frequency voltage at reference current
(b) Lighting impulse residual voltage at nominal discharge current
(c) Partial discharge current
(d) Accelerated ageing test followed by an operating duty test (details are to
be agreed with the Employer).

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APPENDIX 6.Al
REFERENCE STANDARDS

The reference standards and other documents referred to in this Section of the Specification are
listed below:

The cable and accessories shall be complying with the current issues of IEC standards and
documents detailed in this specification or other approved equivalent.

IEC 60 228 Conductors for insulated cable

IEC 60 229 Test on cable over sheaths
IEC 60 230 Impulse test on cables and their accessories
IEC 60 270 Partial discharge measurements
IEC 60 287 Calculation of continuous current carrying capacity
IEC 60 502 Power cables with extruded insulation for rated voltage above 30 kV upto
150 kV
IEC 60 840 Power cables with extruded insulation and their accessories for rated
voltages above 30kV (Um=36kV) up to 150kV (Um=170kV) – Test
methods and requirements
IEEE 48 Test procedures and requirements for High-Voltage cable termination
IEEE 404 Joints for use with solid dielectric cables rated voltage 5 kV – 138 kV

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 POWER GRID COMPANY OF BANGLADESH LIMITED

BID DOCUMENNT
FOR
PROCUREMENT OF
PLANT DESIGN, SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION

Replacement of existing 132 kV double Circuit line over proposed

400kV switchyard by underground cable and supply of Stub
Materials on Turnkey Basis

SECTION 7

OPTICAL FIBRE CABLE AND REQUIRED ACCESSORIES

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SECTION 7

OPTICAL FIBRE CABLE AND REQUIRED ACCESSORIES

CONTENTS

CLAUSE NO. TITLE PAGE NO.

7.1 SCOPE ....................................................................................................................................................... 1

7.1.1 General ............................................................................................................................................... 1
7.1.2 Types and Uses .................................................................................................................................. 1
7.2 DESIGN ..................................................................................................................................................... 1
7.2.1 Reliability........................................................................................................................................... 1
7.2.2 Optical Fibre ...................................................................................................................................... 1
7.3 PACKING .................................................................................................................................................. 2
7.3.1 Drum .................................................................................................................................................. 2
7.3.2 Cable end ........................................................................................................................................... 2
7.4 OPTICAL JOINT BOXES ........................................................................................................................ 2
7.4.1 General ............................................................................................................................................... 2
7.4.2 Characteristics.................................................................................................................................... 3
7.5 FIBRE OPTIC TERMINATION ENCLOSURE ...................................................................................... 3
7.6 FIBRE OPTIC PIGTAILS ......................................................................................................................... 4
7.6.1 General ............................................................................................................................................... 4
7.7 PROTECTIVE TREATMENT.................................................................................................................. 4
7.7.1 Optical Fibre cable ............................................................................................................................. 4
7.7.2 Ingress of Moisture ............................................................................................................................ 4
7.8 INSTALLATION ...................................................................................................................................... 4
7.8.1 General ............................................................................................................................................... 4
7.8.2 Workmanship ..................................................................................................................................... 5
7.8.3 Optical Fibre Joints ............................................................................................................................ 5
7.9 QUALITY CONTROL.............................................................................................................................. 6
7.9.1 General ............................................................................................................................................... 6
7.9.2 Optical Fibres..................................................................................................................................... 6
7.9.3 Optical Joint Boxes ............................................................................................................................ 6
7.9.4 Non-metallic Underground Fibre Optic Cable .................................................................................. 6
7.9.5 Fibre Optic Cables ............................................................................................................................. 6
7.9.6 Test Certificates ................................................................................................................................. 6
7.9.7 Certificates of Conformity ................................................................................................................. 6
7.9.8 Factory Acceptance Tests .................................................................................................................. 6
7.10 TESTING AND COMMINSSIONING .................................................................................................... 7
7.10.1 General ............................................................................................................................................... 7
7.10.2 Routine Test of Materials .................................................................................................................. 7
7.10.3 Sample Test of Cable ......................................................................................................................... 7
7.10.4 Routine Test of Cable ........................................................................................................................ 7

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SECTION 7

OPTICAL FIBRE CABLE AND REQUIRED ACCESSORIES

7.1 SCOPE

7.1.1 General

This section covers optical fibres suitable for incorporation into the non-metallic underground
fibre optic cables.

7.1.2 Types and Uses

The specified requirements for the single mode optical fibre shall be complied with the
requirement of Appendix 7.A1.

7.2 DESIGN

7.2.1 Reliability

The overall system design of the fibre optic system shall meet the following minimum
requirements:
▪ The product reliability is to be ensured strictly through quality testing of each product
batch. Both initial and periodical quality testing is to be performed to assure the cable
performance and durability in the field environment.
▪ Increase in optical system transmission attenuation due to accumulated ageing and other
effects at the end of five years not more than 0.05 dB/km.

7.2.2 Optical Fibre

7.2.2.1 General

Optical fibres shall be single mode fibre. The fibres shall be coded for ready identification at
each end. Single mode fibres shall conform to CCITT G652 or to IEC 793-2-B1 and
Appendix 7.A1.

The optical fibre coating material shall be mechanically strippable. The optical fibres shall be
capable of being joined by fusion splicing techniques.

The optical fibres shall not be subjected to any critical stresses when the cable is at its
maximum system loading, reference Appendix 7.A1.

The fibre optic cable shall be circular in cross section and shall be designed so that any cable
strain is not directly imported on the optical fibres. The cables shall not include any metallic
components to prevent high induced voltage when used alongside the power cables.

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7.2.2.2 Constructional Features of Optical Fibre Cable

The constructional features of the optical fibre cable shall be complied with the following
requirements and data.

▪ Optical fibre Table 1, Figure 1 and 2

▪ Loose buffer tube Table 2 and Figure 3
▪ Cable Table 3 and Figure 4
▪ Colour code Table 4

After finalisation of the drum lengths, the Contractor/Supplier shall submit the calculation
results for the expected overall attenuation and dispersion. This is a Hold Point. This will be
compared with the actual values measured after a completion of the installation. For
evaluation of the Bidder’s capability/eligibility of the project, Bidder shall submit their
detailed experiences of similar projects(as a minimum three(3)) with the your Offer.

7.2.2.3 Characteristics
▪ Optical properties of the optical fibre: Table 5

7.2.2.4 Marking

The following marks shall be carried out onthe cable sheath with suitable method in one
meter intervals:
▪ Symbol of FOC
▪ Number of fibre core
▪ Manufacturer Name
▪ Year of manufacture
▪ Length marking

7.3 PACKING

7.3.1 Drum

The cable will be delivered in the length required on a suitable drum.

7.3.2 Cable end

The both end of the cable shall be fitted with a suitable cap to protect the FOC from the
ingress/penetration of water or dirt.

7.4 OPTICAL JOINT BOXES

7.4.1 General

Optical joint boxes shall be provided to protect the splice joints, when individual lengths of
fibre optic cables are jointed. The optical joint Boxes shall protect the splice from both
mechanical and environmental damage.

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7.4.2 Characteristics

The joint boxes shall consist of high impact plastic ABS box to IEC 529 IP54.

The external housing shall be designed so that rainwater is directed-away from the door, and
there shall be no water ingress when the door is opened.

The door of the box shall be fitted with captive hinges and shall be fastened shut by screw
fixings.

The bottom of the box shall be fitted with a gland plate with four entry points suitable for a
certain number of different FOC diameters. The joint boxes shall be supplied complete with
all fittings to secure and seal the cable in the gland plates or blank the unused spigots. Cable
cleats to secure the fibre optic underground cable shall be fitted inside the box. The cleats
shall not have a detrimental effect on the performance of the optical fibres when tightened to
the recommended torque.

The top and bottom of the joint box shall be vented, and the vents provided with vermin
shields.

The box shall be supplied complete with internal splice cassettes to accommodate the
required number of splices. Glands shall be fitted to accommodate the underground fibre
optic cable.

Required drawings and specifications are to be supplied along with the document and
standard of specification is to be referred to.

7.5 FIBRE OPTIC TERMINATION ENCLOSURE

At both end of a FOC line fibre optic termination equipment (FOTE) is to be installed, where
the FOC shall be terminated, spare length and pigtails are safely fixed. The FOTE should
provide easy access to the FOC for maintenance and operation purposes. The interior of the
FOTE has to contain cable trays to allow safety store of fibres and splices in accordance with
the FOC specification.

The drawing and specifications of the FOTE are to be submitted with the Offer and standard
of specification is to be referred to. The enclosure shall perform the following functions:

▪ FOTE shall support, organise and protect the optical fibres and the fibre splices whilst
ensuring that the optical fibre minimum – bending radius is not exceeded.
▪ The splice tray shall not have any sharp edges or protrusions that may damage the optical
fibre cable.
▪ FOTE shall provide entry for FOC up to 47 fibres
▪ Number tags for tube and fibre identification are to be included.
▪ FOTE shall provide mounting positions for the bulkhead FC/PC type connectors on
which the cable will be terminated.
▪ FOTE shall allow patching of fibres.
▪ FOTE shall consist of two (2) separate, lockable compartments, one to connect the FOC
with pigtails to the couplings and store the spare length of the FOC / pigtails accurately

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and a second compartment which provide access to the other site of the coupling only.
This type of enclosure shall be mounted on the wall at a conveniently accessible height.

7.6 FIBRE OPTIC PIGTAILS

7.6.1 General

Where a termination enclosure is installed, all fibres of all cables are to be terminated on
pigtails with a minimum length of 1 m.

The pigtail shall be a Kevlar (or aramide) reinforced and plastic coated optical fibre
conforming to ITU-T Recommendation G.652. For terminating and connecting the FOC
FC/PC type connectors shall be provided. The connector shall be inserted on the cable side of
the bulkhead (feed-through) connector in the termination enclosure.

All connectors shall be supplied with a removable cap to be protected against moisture and
dust ingress when not connected to a coupling.

Required drawing and specifications are to be supplied with the offer and standard of
speciation is to be mentioned.

7.7 PROTECTIVE TREATMENT

7.7.1 Optical Fibre cable

Where two layers of wire strands are provided over the optical sub-unit, the external surface
of the optical sub-unit and the inner strand layer shall be greased, using approved conductor
grease.

7.7.2 Ingress of Moisture

The cable shall be capped before shipment to prevent the ingress of water.

7.8 INSTALLATION

7.8.1 General

The manufacturer of the Optical fibre cable will be responsible for the supervision of
installation by the Contractor, to ensure that overall system reliability requirements are met.
To ensure that this is undertaken, the manufacturer will provide the services of a suitably
qualified/experienced installation supervisor, who shall supervise the installation of the
Works and shall advise the Employer and the Contractor in matters of methods procedures
and precautions to be followed and will be responsible for all matters pertaining to the quality
of the installation. The manufacturer’s installation supervisor shall make at least four visits of
2(two) weeks each during progress of Optical fibre cable installation work for the purpose.

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The Contractor shall provide the Employer with a method statement giving sequential details
of the stripping procedure and the optical fibre jointing (splicing) procedure. The method
statement shall take full cognizance of the manufacturer's installation instructions.

The underground optical fibre cable shall be installed through a HDPE duct through out the
length of the cable. The permissible bending radius of the FOC has to be considered in design
of the cable route. The HDPE duct has to be sealed on the end to avoid animals, e.g. rats can
not get in and eat the FOC.

The cable should be installed at least 6” inch below the level of power cable following the
drawing attached herewith (Annex-1).

The overall attenuation of the installed cable shall not exceed that calculated using the
attenuation and splice loss values specified in Appendix 7.A1.

The Contractor shall give the Employer the requisite period of notice prior to commencing
the tests. This is a Notification Point. Details of the test results shall be submitted to the
Employer.

The manufacturer of the FOC is requested to co-operate with the Fibre Optic Terminal
Equipment Manufacturer (if this is under a separate contract) and shall supply all technical
data requested.

The method statement shall be submitted to the Employer for acceptance with the requisite
period prior to optical fibre jointing commences. This a Hold Point.

The following tests shall be undertaken by the Contractor:

▪ Prior to installation the fibre optic cable shall be tested with an OTDR on each fibre to
ensure that no physical damage has occurred to the fibre during, delivery and shall be
compared with the results prior to despatch
▪ After installation the above test shall be repeated to ensure that no damage has occurred
to the fibre during installation
▪ An end-to-end attenuation measurement shall be taken in each direction on each fibre
using an optical source and optical power meter
The overall attenuation of the installed cable shall not exceed that calculated using the
attenuation and splice loss values specified in Appendix 8.A1. The tests records have to be
submitted to the Employer for approval.

7.8.2 Workmanship

The Contractor shall ensure that the fibre optic cables are not strained or damaged either
mechanically or optically during laying out and paying out of cable and jointing. If necessary,
the Contractor shall demonstrate the suitability of his proposed method, including the choice
of running blocks prior to the commencement of laying out and paying out operations.

7.8.3 Optical Fibre Joints

Optical fibre joints between non-metallic underground fibre optic cables shall be housed in
optical joint boxes.

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7.9 QUALITY CONTROL

7.9.1 General

Type, sample and routine tests shall be undertaken on non metallic underground fibre optic
cable, all fittings & accessories and the optical fibres in accordance with the requirements of
this Specification, CCITT G652, IEC 793 and IEC 794 as appropriate. Contract drawings
previously submitted to the Employer shall be available at the time of testing.

The Contractor/Manufacturer shall give the Employer the requisite period of notice prior to
undertaking the tests, and shall submit to the Employer a test programme and procedures for
approval. This is a Hold Point.

7.9.2 Optical Fibres

Optical fibres shall be tested in accordance with the requirements of CCITT G652 and IEC
793 as appropriate.

7.9.3 Optical Joint Boxes

Optical joint boxes shall be visually inspected to ensure they meet the specified requirements.
If the external housing or its door show any signs of distortion than the box shall be rejected.
Details of the inspection shall be recorded and shall be made available to the Employer upon
request.

7.9.4 Non-metallic Underground Fibre Optic Cable

Non metallic underground fibre optic cable and the optical fibres shall be tested in
accordance with the requirements of CCITT G652, IEC 60793 and IEC 60794 as appropriate.

7.9.5 Fibre Optic Cables

All fibre optic cables shall be tested prior to despatch using an OTDR on each fibre.

7.9.6 Test Certificates

Test records, covering Type and Sample tests shall be made available to the Employer.

7.9.7 Certificates of Conformity

When requested copies of the following certificates/records shall also be forwarded:

▪ Optical joint boxes visual inspection records

▪ Routine test records
▪ The records of the OTDR test results

7.9.8 Factory Acceptance Tests

In case the FOC’s and fittings are a significant portion of the Contract the Employer reserves
the right to attend Routine tests at works of the manufacturer.

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7.10 TESTING AND COMMINSSIONING

7.10.1 General

The Contractor shall provide details of all proposed type, routine, sample, pre-commissioning
and commissioning tests to be carried out on each FOC cable type, for each drum of cable
delivered and each FOC link installed, as appropriate.

7.10.2 Routine Test of Materials

The Contractor shall provide test certificates for routine tests which are performed to ensure
basic materials meet the requirements of the FOC Types.

7.10.3 Sample Test of Cable

Contractors shall provide test certificates of sample tests which are performed on each drum
of cable manufactured. Such certificates shall include as a minimum:

▪ Cladding diameter measurement

▪ Mode diameter on each fibre
▪ Cut-off wave length on each fibre
▪ Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR) scan results for each fibre at the system
wave length (attenuation test)

7.10.4 Routine Test of Cable

Contractors shall provide test certificates of routine tests which are performed on each cable
Batch manufactured. The routine test shall include as a minimum:

▪ Water immersion/penetration tests for all FOC Type

▪ Cable tensile strength tests for all FOC Types
▪ Repeat bending performance test for all FOC types
▪ Fibre strain test for all FOC Types
▪ Cladding diameter measurement for all fibres on all FOC Types
▪ Mode field concentricity error measurement on all fibres on all FOC Types

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Table 1. Construction of the optical fiber

Item Specification
Fiber Type Matched Clad type single mode optical fiber
The optical fiber are compliance with
recommendation G.652.B
Core Material Doped silica
Cladding Material Silica
Diameter 125 + 1 µm
Primary Inner layer Material UV curable acrylate
Coating Outer layer Material UV curable acrylate
Diameter 245 ± 10 µm
Core / cladding concentricity error Max. 0.8 µm
€
Cladding non-circularity Max. 1 %
Mode field diameter 9.0 µm ± 0.5 urn at 1310 nm
Identification Color coating
Proof test level Equivalent to 1% strain, 1 sec.

Core

Cladding

Primary Coating
(Inner) Cladding Core

Primary Coating
(Outer)

Color Coating

245 µm

Fig.1 Cross sectional view of Fig.2 Refractive Index Difference

optical fibre (Refractive Index difference:
0.36%)

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Table 2. Construction of loose buffer tube

Item Specification

Optical fiber Spec. The same as Table 1

Fiber/Tube Max. 6
Filling Material Thixotropic Jelly Compound
Tube Material PBT or equivalent with color coding
Nom. Outer Dia. (mm) 2.5
Color Code Table 4

Not to scale

Optical fiber (Table 1)

Filling jelly compound

Loose buffer Tube

Not to scale

Fig. 3 Cross sectional view of loose buffer tube (6F/tube)

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Table 3 Construction of cable

Item Specification
Fiber Number 24
Loose buffer tube Spec. The same as Table 2.
Fiber/tube 6
Number 4
Central Material FRP (Fiber reinforced with plastic) rod
strength Dia. (mm) 2.0±0.1
Filler
member Material Plastic rod, colored natural
Dia. (mm) 2.5±0.1
Number 1
Binder Material Nylon Yarn(s)
Flooding Compound Material Water Resistant Compound
Strength Element Material Aramid Yarn(s)

Material Plastic thread High Density

Ripcord 1
Material Polyethylene, colored black
Inner Thickness 1.0 ± 0.15
Ripcord 2 (mm)
Material Aramid Thread
sheath
Armor Flooding Material Water Resistant Compound
Outer Sheath Material High Density Polyethylene, colored
Thickness black 1.310.2
Nylon Sheath (mm)
Material Polyamide, colored black
Thickness 0.7±0.2
Cable dimension (mm)(mm)
Approx. 16
Cable weight ' Approx. 240
(kg/km)
Structure Fig. 4

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Cable Construction for -----fiber cable

Optical Fiber Loose
Buffer Tube
Tube Filling Compound
Filler
Central Strength Member
Core Binder
Ripcord 1
Flooding Compound
Strength Element
inner Sheath Armor
Flooding Corrugated
Armor Ripcord 2
Outer Sheath
Polyamide Sheath

Not to Scale

Fig. 4 Cable C

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Table 4. Color code

(1) Color code for the fiber in a tube

Fiber No. Color of fiber

1 Blue
2 Orange
3 Green
4 Brown
5 Grey
6 White

(2) Color code for the tube

Tube No. Color of tube

1 Blue
2 Orange
3 Green
4 Brown
5 Grey
6 White

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Table 5. Mechanical properties of the cable

Item Specification
Maximum tensile strength 2700 N
Bending radius of the cable Min. 10D mm Min. 20D mm Min. 20D
• at no load mm (D : Overall Cable diameter (mm))
• at half max. design tensile load
• at max. design tensile load

Temperature range -10° to 70T

Operation Installation -10° to 70°C

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APPENDIX 7.A1

SINGLE MODE OPTICAL FIBRE CABLE REQUIREMENTS

Table: 5
Particulars Requirements

Coating diameter µm 245 ± 10

Cladding diameter µm 125 ± 1
Cladding non-circularity % ≤1
Mode field diameter µm 9 ± 0.5
Mode field concentricity error µm ≤1
Cut off wave length nm ≤1270
Attenuation at 1285 nm 1330 dB/km ≤ 0.4
(maximum average)
Attenuation at 1550 nm dB/km ≤ 0.25
(maximum average)
Zero dispersion wave length nm ≤ 1310

Chromatic dispersion at 1285 nm 1330 ps/(km-nm) ≤ 3.5

Chromatic dispersion at 1550 nm ps/(km-nm) ≤ 20
Individual splice loss dB ≤ 0.15
Mean splice loss dB ≤ 0.1

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APPENDIX 7.B1

ENGINEERING DOCUMENTS TO BE SUBMITTED BY CONTRACTOR

Clause Document Description Comment

Reference

4.1 Expected overall attenuation and dispersion

Optical Joint Boxes - Contract drawings Fixing clamps -
7.4.3 contract drawings
7.6.1 Installation instructions
7.7.1 Method Statement
Optical fibre cable fittings
Non-metallic underground fibre optic cable and optical
7.7.1 fibres - Type test certificates
7.7.2 Type test programme
7.7.4 Optical fibre cable test Documentary evidence
Optical joint boxes - visual inspection test records & Test proposals
7.7.8
Optical fiber cable fittings and optical fibres - Type test
7.7.8 records
Optical fibre cable fitting & optical fibres
7.7.9 - Routine test records
7.7.10 Certificate of Conformity
Installation test records

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APPENDIX 7.C1

NOTIFICATION AND HOLD POINTS

Clause Notification Point Hold Point

Reference

7.4.1 Contract drawings

7.6.1 Method Statement
7.7.1 Type test programme
7.7.2 Optical Fibre Test-Test Proposal
7.7.10 Installation Tests Type & Routine Test Proposal

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APPENDIX 7.Dl

REFERENCE STANDARDS

The reference standards and other documents referred to in this Section of the Specification are listed
below:

IEC 529: Classification of decrees of protection provided by enclosures

IEC 793- 1: Optical Fibres Part 1: Generic Specification
IEC 793-2: Optical Fibres Part 2: Product Specification
IEC 794-1: Optical Fibre Cable Part 1: Generic Specification
IEC 794-2: Optical Fibre Cable Part 2: Product Specification
BS 729: Specification for hot dip galvanised coatings on iron and steel articles
BS 1490: Specification for Aluminium and aluminium alloy ingots and castings for general
engineering purposes
BS 3100: Specification for steel castings for general engineering purposes
BS 3643: Ingot zinc
BS 4190: Specification for ISO Metric hexagon bolts, screws and nuts
BS EN 1676: Aluminium and aluminium alloys - Alloyed ingots for remelting
BS EN10025: Specification for hot rolled products of non-alloying structural steels and their technical
delivery requirements.
CCITT G652: Characteristics of single mode optical fibre cable.

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BID DOCUMENNT
FOR
PROCUREMENT OF
PLANT DESIGN, SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION

Replacement of existing 132 kV double Circuit line over proposed

400kV switchyard by underground cable and supply of Stub
Materials on Turnkey Basis

SECTION 8

PACKING, PROTECTION AND DESPATCH MARKING

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SECTION8

PACKING, PROTECTION AND DESPATCH MARKING

CONTENTS

CLAUSE NO. TITLE PAGE NO.

8.1 GENERAL ................................................................................................................................................. 1

8.2 CONTAINERISATION ............................................................................................................................ 1
8.3 CABLE ...................................................................................................................................................... 2
8.4 ASSOCIATED ACCESSORIES ............................................................................................................... 2

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SECTION 8

PACKING, PROTECTION AND DESPATCH MARKING

8.1 GENERAL

The following minimum packing methods shall be adopted for suppliers external to the
country of the transmission line installation, unless otherwise specified.

The Supplier shall be entirely responsible for ensuring that the packing is suitable for transit
and storage and will be held responsible for any shortages or damage during transit.

Wherever possible, the Supplier shall utilise shipping by container vessels in the containers of
the correct type for the item being shipped to reduce the likelihood of damage to the items. If
containerisation is not possible the requirements of the following clauses shall be applicable.

All materials shall be carefully packed in a manner suitable for transport to and storage under
the climatic conditions present. Items packed in cases or crates shall be so secured that they
are not free to move, and cannot work loose in transit.

Wood wool is to be avoided as a packaging material as far as possible.

Waterproof paper and felt lining are to overlap at the seams by at least 12 mm, and the seams
secured together in an approved manner, but the enclosure is to be provided with vermin
proof screened openings to permit ventilation.

A packing note in a weatherproof plastic envelope is to be securely attached to the right hand
lower corner of one side of all cases or crates. A copy of the packing list shall also be included
inside.

All packing cases or crates shall be marked on the outside to show the correct way up and
where relevant, where the weight is bearing and the correct positions for slings.

Shipping mark, numbers and symbols will be provided by the Employer. These marks shall be
applied to cable drums and cases either by the use of a waterproof stencil, flo-pen or any other
permanent method. The use of tie-on tags is not permitted. Cases shall be marked on two
opposite sides.

ALL MARKS SHALL BE CLEARLY LEGIBLE AT THE TIME OF DESPATCH.

8.2 CONTAINERISATION

Where materials shipped by the use of containers, a reduced level of packing, is acceptable.

(a) Strap-band centres may be increased to 3m for 32 mm x 0.8 mm bands and 2.5m for
19 mm x 0.8 mm bands.

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(b) The use of wire through bundle ends is not required.

(c) Cases may be 20 mm thick timber.

8.3 CABLE

Cable shall be supplied on drums of sufficient sturdiness to withstand overseas shipment, and
the drums shall be securely battened to prevent damage to the cable.

Steel drums shall be used for cable to be supplied and shall comply with the requirements of
this specification or other equivalent National Standards.

Drums shall be provided with a secure waterproof label displaying the maker's name, type,
size and length of cable on the drum. Drum serial number shall be either chiselled into one
drum flange or impressed onto a secure metallic label. Drums shall be painted on all outer
surfaces.

Drums shall display an arrow and the words "Roll This Way" on each flange to show the
correct direction of rolling.

8.4 ASSOCIATED ACCESSORIES

Associated accessories shall be cased (maximum net mass 500 kg).

Cases shall be of sturdy construction, made from new 25 mm thick timber and constructed
with annular (rag) nails. They shall have packing pieces on the underside to enable the use of
fork-lift trucks.

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BID DOCUMENNT
FOR
PROCUREMENT OF
PLANT DESIGN, SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION

Replacement of existing 132 kV double Circuit line over proposed

400kV switchyard by underground cable and supply of Stub
Materials on Turnkey Basis

SECTION 9

METHOD OF MEASUREMENT & PAYMENT

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SCOPE OF WORK

CONTENTS

CLAUSE NO. TITLE PAGE NO.

9.1 INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................... 1

9.1.1 General..................................................................................................................................... 1
9.1.2 Surplus Material ...................................................................................................................... 2
9.1.3 Quantities ................................................................................................................................. 2
9.1.4 CIP Price .................................................................................................................................. 2
9.1.5 Freight and Insurance Prices................................................................................................... 2
9.1.6 Ex-works (EXW) Price ........................................................................................................... 2
9.1.7 Local transportation & Erection (LT&E) Price ..................................................................... 2
9.1.8 Drawings, Reference Standards and Records ........................................................................ 3
9.1.9 Instruction of Employer's Staff ............................................................................................... 3
9.2 SURVEY.......................................................................................................................................... 3
9.3 ROUTE CLEARANCE & ACCESS ............................................................................................... 3
9.6 CABLES AND FITTINGS.......................................................................................................... 3
9.7 MISCELLANEOUS ........................................................................................................................ 3
9.8 PAYMENT FOR WORK CARRIED OUT AT TIME AND MATERIAL RATES ..................... 3

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SECTION 9

METHOD OF MEASUREMENT & PAYMENT

9.1 INTRODUCTION

9.1.1 General

Payment will be made in accordance with the unit prices and total prices set against the items
in the Price Schedules as amplified in this section and against the final quantities approved by
the Employer. These unit prices and total prices shall include all of the work, temporary and
permanent, necessary to comply with the Contract. Where unquantified unit prices are
required in the Bid submission, they shall be so provided. Measurement for the purposes of
payment shall where appropriate be made jointly by the representative of the Employer and
the Contractor.

The Contractor when requested shall attend for purposes of measurement, or otherwise
accept measurements made by the Employer alone.

Where applicable the Contractor shall indicate on each invoice the identification number of
each support to which items in the invoice refer.

Unit prices in the Schedule where applicable shall be deemed to include for all work on site
irrespective of access conditions, including slope of ground, nature of subsoil, presence of
water or other obstacles adjacent to or across the line of the route.

The unit prices shall include all incidental expenses which the Contractor or specialist
Subcontractor may incur in the preparation and maintenance of access, in the provision of site
services and of all transportation for labour whether skilled or unskilled.

The unit prices in the Schedules shall include all out allowances or other supplementary
payment to skilled or unskilled labour, customary, authorised or required by regulations in
force at the date of the Bid.

The unit prices shall be deemed to include payment to labour, or other expenses incurred for
idle time during which work on site is interrupted by weather conditions or flooding by storm
overflow or the like.

Whilst every assistance will be provided to facilitate line construction activities in sequence
in accordance with the Contractor's agreed programme of work, there could be occasions
when this may not be possible. No claims for additional costs to the Contractor will be
accepted solely for such discontinuity of working.

Only those prices shown in the miscellaneous unit prices will be accepted as additional to the
Contract price where the use of such unit prices is authorised by the Employer.

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9.1.2 Surplus Material

NOT USED.

9.1.3 Nominated Subcontractor/Supplier

NOT USED.

9.1.4 Specialist Subcontractors

NOT USED.

9.1.5 Quantities

The quantities set out in the schedules are unless otherwise defined estimated quantities of
the Works. They are not to be assumed as the actual and correct quantities to be executed by
the Contractor in fulfilment of his obligations under the Contract. The Contractor is
presumed to have satisfied himself as to the relevance of the estimated quantities in the
preparation of his Bid.

Final quantities shall be established and agreed upon between the Employer and Contractor
immediately after the date of signing of the Contract.

9.1.6 CIP Price

The term CIP shall be governed by the rules prescribed in the Incoterms of cuurent edition published
by the International Chamber of Commerce, Paris.

9.1.7 Freight and Insurance Prices

Freight and all insurance prices will be paid at cost but estimated amounts shall be included in
the Price Schedules. Freight and insurance prices quoted in the Schedules shall be the
maximum amount and freight charges will be paid, at cost, up to the values quoted.

9.1.8 Ex-works (EXW) Price

EXW price shall include all items of Goods domestically manufactured and offered locally,
from within Bangladesh, inclusive of duties and taxes paid or payable on components and
material incorporated or to be incorporated in the Goods, and available for delivery at the
Supplier's premises (i.e. works, factory, warehouse etc).

9.1.9 Local transportation & Erection (LT&E) Price

Not Used.

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9.1.10 Drawings, Reference Standards and Records

The provision of all drawings, design calculations, records etc. as specified in the Contract
shall deemed to be included in the Contract price.

9.1.11 Instruction of Employer's Staff

Not applicable

9.2 SURVEY

Full precision check survey undertaken by the Contractor on the Employer's instruction shall
be paid for at Schedule-A unit prices and shall be measured to the nearest metre along the
centre-line of the route. The unit price shall include for the establishment or re-establishment
of the line route between both terminal points, full ground survey, preparation and submission
of route maps, mouza maps, obstacle marking. During check survey, the route might need to
be changed due to the field constraint. Cost involved in such changes shall deemed to be
included in the price indicated in the price Schedule. Payment shall be done considering the
actual length of cables installed.

9.3 ROUTE CLEARANCE & ACCESS

Route clearance undertaken by the Contractor on the Employer's instruction shall be paid for
at Schedule -A unit prices and shall be measured to the nearest metre along the centre line of
the route. The prices of route clearance shall include payment of all kinds of damage
compensation by the Contractor. All damage compensation shall be paid by the Contractor.

9.6 CABLES AND FITTINGS

The power cables and optical fibre cables shall be paid for at the Schedule of Rates and
Prices, and shall be measured to the actual length installed after completion of installation
and jointing.

The cost of the joint boxes of optical fibres shall be included in the supply unit price of
Optical fiber cable.

9.7 MISCELLANEOUS

Tools and spares shall be paid for the unit prices at the Schedule of Rates and Prices.

9.8 PAYMENT FOR WORK CARRIED OUT AT TIME AND MATERIAL RATES

The Employer may, if in their opinion it is necessary or desirable, order that any additional or
substituted work shall be executed on a Time and Material basis.

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No work shall be carried out on a Time and Materials basis without written instructions of the
Employer. All applications for payment for such work by the Contractor shall be accompanied
by statements, authorising the undertaking of such work, duly signed by the Employer and
shall be submitted within three months of completion of such work.

When the work is in progress the Contractor shall render daywork sheets in duplicate to the
Employer showing the number of men so employed with the number of hours worked and
detailed quantities of materials used. The Contractor shall obtain the Employer's certification
of the daywork sheets at the end of each working week whilst the work is in progress and
failure to do so shall render the Contractor liable to forfeiture of payment.

Where the Contractor is required to carry out work at the Time and Material unit prices, the
Employer will furnish the Contractor with such particulars as necessary to enable the
Contractor to prepare such drawings and schedules as required for such work. Unit prices for
work executed on a Time and Material basis shall be agreed with both parties.

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BID DOCUMENNT
FOR
PROCUREMENT OF
PLANT DESIGN, SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION

Replacement of existing 132 kV double Circuit line over proposed 400kV

switchyard by underground cable and supply of Stub Materials on
Turnkey Basis

SECTION 10

DRAWINGS

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 DRAWING LIST

Drawing No. Title

A001 Typical Trench of 132kV Cables

A002 Road Crossing Trench of 132kV Cables
CSL/ZTT-SINOTEC/H-P(TT), REV-2 Line Drawing Diagram of H-Pole
PGCB/TLD/MMA/4DR/STUB-1, REV-0 Structural Drawing of Stubs.
Note: Soft copy of above drawings shall be supplied in CD during Bid Document Purchase.

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