ShoreBox Egyptian Navy

Added: Oct 20, 2015 9:39 am

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Middle East District (TAM) is seeking preliminary information, for market research purposes only, from capable and reliable sources who may be interested in submitting a proposal for the procurement of a ShoreBoX, a containerized system manufactured by Schneider USA, commissioning, testing and both on-site and U.S. based training, to provide ship to shore power at Ras El Tin Naval base located in Alexandria, Egypt.

 

The scope of this action includes:

 

GENERAL: This requirement is for the procurement of one ShoreBoX, a containerized system manufactured by Schneider USA, to provide ship to shore power at Piers 3 and 4 at the Ras El Tin Naval base located in Alexandria, Egypt.  The ShoreBoX shall resolve the current issues with frequency converters and provide safe, clean, Host Nation power from which vessels docked at Piers 3 and 4 can access. The ShoreBox shall be modified to comply with U.S. rules and requirements and shall have some foreign components replaced with equivalent U.S. components.

 

     a. The Vendor, at the time of the solicitation, shall submit detailed specifications of the ShoreBoX system so that it can be evaluated by the U.S Army Corps of Engineers- Middle East District (TAM) for compliance to this Statement of Work.  This detailed specification shall incorporate all the required parameters in the following contract line items, and any variation should be highlighted during the solicitation time.

 

     b. The ShoreBoX system shall be installed on a metallic frame or concrete piers supplied by the Vendor.  Any stairs or platforms needed to access the ShoreBoX shall be provided as well.  All required clearances around the ShoreBoX shall be provided for access and maintenance.  The client is responsible for ensuring that these clearances are met by their site selection.

 

     c. This requirement consists not only of the procurement of the ShoreBoX system but also all commissioning, testing and both on-site and U.S. based training.

 

     d. The Vendor shall both provide and install the rods or buried copper cable for earthing (i.e., grounding).

 

     e. Cables (power and communication) upstream and downstream of the ShoreBoX shall be provided by the ship or the Host Nation.  The Vendor is not responsible for these items.  This includes the following cables:

 

•1)      Cable from utility feeder to ShoreBoX

•2)      Cable from ShoreBoX to connection box

•3)      Cable with associated plug from FRIMM

•4)      Cable from ShoreBoX to step down transformer (6.6 KV/440V)

•5)      Cable from step down transformer to 440 V, 60 Hz panel

 

     f. Client is responsible for the following:

 

•1)      Utility feeder to supply the 3MVA

•2)      Cables (see above)

•3)      Plug-in terminals for RM-6 (vendor shall provide the terminal specifications after award)

•4)      Available space for ShoreBox and access/maintenance clearance

•5)      Connection boxes

•6)      Data required for coordination study (see attached form)

 

ShoreBoX Configuration:  The ShoreBoX shall be sized for 3MVA and the frequency convertors, medium voltage switchgear, and all auxiliary equipment shall be housed in one (1) container.  The ShoreBoX container shall be composed of four (4) compartments with each compartment having a differentiated access with a dedicated key.  The four (4) compartments are:

 

•a.       Medium Voltage Compartment: this compartment contains the upstream (port side) transformer and downstream line protection circuit breaker equipped with digital protection relay, the voltage transformer cell and the voltage surge protections.

 

•b.      Upstream (port side) Transformer Compartment: this compartment contains the upstream transformer and the upstream busway.

 

•c.       Frequency Converter Compartment: this compartment contains the three frequency convertors (GFC 7000), automation and low voltage distribution.

 

•d.      Downstream (ship side) Transformer Component: this compartment contains the downstream transformer grounding resistor, downstream busway and voltage surge protection.

 

Main Characteristics

 

1. 
   
2. Rated Power: 3MVA
   
3. Design Input Voltage:  11KV
   
4. Design Output Voltage:  480V
   
5. Input Frequency: 50 Hz
   
6. Output Frequency: 60 Hz
   
7. Technology: static converter
   
8. Number of Unitary GFC block in parallel: 6
   
9. Rate of Power of One Unitary GFC block: 500 KVA
   
10. Downstream Earthing System: impedance of insulated
    
11. Cooling Method: air forced
    
12. Sectionized Cooling: yes-per compartment
    
13. Ingress Protection Indice: 44 IP
    
14. Mechanical Choc Resistance: 10 IK
    
15. Noise: <80 dB at 1 meter and
    
16. Color: Tan
    
17. Coating: class C5M according to ISO 12944-2 and meeting marine weather requirements
    
18. Weight: 42,000 KG
    
19. Lifting: by 8 points from the bottom
    
20. 15.5M long, 4.2M wide and 3.4M high
    

 

Parts Description:

 

a. Upstream Medium Voltage Switchgear: The incoming switchgear is RM6 Type

 

-Rated Current: 630 A

-Rated Voltage: Up to 24 kV

-Insulation Rated Voltage (50/60 Hz-1 min):50 kV

-Short Circuit Withstand Current (main bus bar): up to 20 kA/1S

-Short Circuit Withstand Current (CB-630A): up to 20 kA/1s)

 

b. Downstream Medium Voltage Switchgear: The outgoing switchgear is PREMSET Type

 

-Rated Current: 630 A

-Rated Voltage: 12 kV

-Insulation Rated Voltage (50/60 Hz-1 min): 40 kV

-Short Circuit Withstand Current (main bus bar): 21kA/1S

-Short Circuit Withstand Current (CB-630A): 25 kA/1s)

-Number of operations for DO6H Heavy-duty Line Protection: 10,000

 

c. Incoming Power Transformers: The incoming transformer is a TRIHAL type, IEC 60076 standard

 

-Rated Power: 3000 kVA

-Rated Frequency: 50 Hz

-Transformer Type: Dry-cast resin

-Ingress Protection Degree: 00 IP

-Rated Primary Voltage: 11 KV

-Rated Secondary Voltage: 440 V

-Vector Group: Dyn 11

-Impedance Voltage (AF): 10%

-Cooling: AF

-Thermal Protection Relay: Yes

 

d. Outgoing Transformer: The outgoing transformer is a TRIHAL type, IEC 60076 standard

 

-Rated Power: 3000kVA

-Rated Frequency: 50/60 Hz

-Transformer Type: Dry-cast resin

-Ingress Protection Degree: 00 IP

-Rated Primary Voltage: 440 V

-Rated Secondary Voltage: 6.6 kV

-Vector Group: Dyn 11

-Impedance Voltage (AF): 8.5%

-Cooling: Yes

-Thermal Protection Relay installed on enclosure: Yes, SEPAM relay

-Surge Arrestor on High Voltage side: Yes

 

e. 31.5 Auxiliary Transformer:  To ensure full insulation by circuit separation of the auxiliary circuit an auxiliary LV-LV transformer 31.5 kVA is required. It is directly connected to the upstream transformer TRAi with its own protection included in the LVPT. Type-TRIHAL, IEC 60076 standard.

 

-Rated Power: 31.5 kVA

-Rated Frequency: 50 Hz

-Transformer Type: Dry

-Off Load Tape Changer: +/- 5%

-Ingress Protection Degree: 00 IP

-Rated Primary Voltage: 400 V

-Rated Secondary Voltage: 400 kV

-Vector Group: Dyn 11

-Impedance Voltage: 5%

-Cooling: AN

-Thermal Protection Relay installed on enclosure: Yes, SEPAM relay

 

     f. Neutral Ground Resistor: the secondary wiring of the transformer is connecte fault in the ship. It is connected between the neutral point of the downstream transformer and the Earthing connection.

 

-Rated Resistance: 200 ohms

-Rated Voltage: 6.6 kV

-Insulation Voltage: 7.2 kV

-Rated Permanent Current: 5 A

-Rated Peak Fault Current: 25 A

-Rated Fault Time: 5 s

-Ambient Temperature: 50 degrees C

 

      g.   Frequency Convertors: possess full digital control, output paralleling, automatic output

current equalization, automatic synchronization, active and reactive power control, fully reversible.

 

-Rated Power: 6 units x 500 kVA

-Output Voltage (phase-phase): 380, 400, 415, 440 V

-Output Voltage Regulation: +/- 1%

-Dynamic Output Voltage Setting: Yes

-Range for Dynamic Voltage Setting: +/- 5%

-Output Frequency: 50 or 60 per off-load choosing

-Output THDU: <3%

-Downstream PF: >0.9

-Overload/Duration: 150/30-125/600 %/s

-Downstream Earthing System: yes

-Input Voltage: 400 V

-Input Frequency: 45 to 66 Hz

-Efficiency at Rated Power: 94.5%

-Upstream THDI: <5%

-Power Factor: >0.99

-Upstream Earthing System: yes

-Design Temperature: 35 degree C

-Humidity: 95% max without condensation

-Ingress Protection Indice: 20 IP

-Mass: 1700 Kg

-Dimension (H x L x P): 1900 mm x 1812 mm x 855 mm

 

Auxiliary Cubicles (Low Voltage):

 

•a.       Transformer Protection (LVTP): protects downstream and upstream connections for the auxiliary transformer.

 

•b.      Distribution Cabinet (LVD): distributes the auxiliary power on all auxiliary components and cabinets.

 

•c.       DC Charger (Galv): the charger is supplied to maintain the main functions during grid breakdown. 24VDC.

 

•d.      General Control System Cabinet (GCS).

 

•e.       Low Voltage Shore Interface (LVSI): this cabinet is the control and safety interface between the ship and the shore connection system. All of the safety equipment (relay, ground check, etc.) are inside this cabinet.

 

•f.       Cooling Distribution Cabinet (LVC): supplies all the cooling system (heating and fans) for the transformer compartments and Frequency Converters.

 

•g.      Junction Cabinet (LVG): Interface between the Frequency Convertors and the PLC to centralize all status and communication

 

Automation:  

 

The automation system comprises of a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), software, external Ethernet connection (fiber optic) for port centralized management, and Ethernet switch to communicate with the equipment in the shelter.  The automation system shall be located in the ShoreBoX as recommended by the Vendor.  

 

     a. Performs automatic sequences management (power-up, power-down, circuit breaker inter-locking, ship connection/disconnection, etc.).

     b. Emergency stop management.

     c. Alarms and faults report and logging.

     d. Operator interface.

     e. Manual control of the Compact Box.

     f. Maintenance and troubleshooting help.

     g. Status, events and data logging.

     h. Energy management, power and consumptions calculations.

 

Current Frequency Converters

 

Below are the frequency convertors on site, with their power requirements.  When operational these convertors were able to support U.S. Navy vessels:

 

Data & Model of Existing SFCs:

 

FCX 375 Converters - Model # PFC 300-V-06-DT-12PP

 

Power:

                V             PH          FLA         HZ           KVA       KW

 

I/P          380           3             570          50             375         316

O/P        480            3            451          60             375         300

 

Inspection and Commissioning Activities

 

     a. Pre-delivery inspection at port (PDI): Vendor shall inspect the ShoreBoX and its associated parts and materials upon arrival at the military port of Alexandria and provide a written report of findings including any damages that may have occurred during shipping.  This report shall be provided to the Contracting Officer with a copy to Mr. Emad Khodeiry within 10 calendar days of completion.   

           

     b. 7.2 On-site startup and commissioning at Ras El Tin, Piers 3/4 in Egypt.  Prior to start of training, the Vendor shall re-assemble any parts or components that were disassembled during shipment.  Each delivered piece of equipment shall be started and commissioned.  The Vendor shall ensure that all parts and systems are in working condition and are ready to be used for the on-site training.  This includes any on load tests, etc.

 

     c. The Vendor shall coordinate an inspection of the completed ShoreBoX prior to pick-up by the designated Freight Forwarder.  This inspection shall be coordinated with the Contracting Officer and the Egypt Program Manager at least two (2) to three (3) weeks in advance of the inspection.

           

Manuals 

 

The following manuals are required with this procurement.  All manuals are to be in English:

 

     a. Operator Manual:  10 each

     b. Parts Manual with compact disc: 2 each

     c. Service Manual: 2 each

 

Standard Training 

 

The Vendor shall provide its standard manufacturer's training in-country for five (5) Egyptian Engineering staff members.  Training shall cover both operation and maintenance aspects of the equipment and shall be conducted in the Arabic language.  The Vendor shall provide a copy of its standard training curriculum prior to commencement of the training to the Contracting Officer, the Egypt Program Manager, and the U.S Army Corps of Engineers representative in Egypt.   

 

Warranty

 

The Vendor shall include the warranty implementation and procedures for all supplied equipment under this contract.  A point of contact (POC) for warranty implementation shall be identified by the Vendor.  The POC shall have a local representative in Egypt.  Manufacturers' standard warranty shall be provided and specified in the contractor's proposal.

 

Spare Parts

 

The Vendor shall provide a priced list of spare parts and consumable parts for the specified equipment and the U.S. Government, in conjunction with the client, will select the spares and consumables to be provided.   This will be an un-priced contract line item with a Not to Exceed (NTE) amount of $100,000.00.   The list shall include supplementary items such as tool kits and similar items.  The Contracting Officer will direct the Vendor for the parts and quantities to be procured within the NTE contract line amount.

 

Factory Training

 

The Vendor shall provide Factory Operation and Maintenance training for four (4) Government of Egypt officers for two (2) weeks with full accommodations to include lodging, meals and miscellaneous, and economy class airline tickets on a U.S. carrier.  The two (2) weeks shall be continuous and does not include travel time to and from the Host Nation.  A Factory Training Plan shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer within 30 calendar days prior to the event.

 

Period of Performance 

 

The Vendor shall fabricate, inspect, and receive approval to ship the above listed equipment within 240 calendar days after contract award.  The period of performance for this procurement is a total of one (1) year after contract award with a one (1) year standard commercial warranty period.   

Interested Parties 

Interested parties should provide a capabilities statement which demonstrates the ability to procure, ship, deliver, and install and/or replace the elements listed above.

 

If a solicitation is released at a later date, a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) supply contract type is being considered.  The Period of Performance is anticipated to be one year after contract award.

 

Interested parties should provide information with regard to their particular company to include company name, organizational chart, address, point of contact, email address, phone number, and fax number.

 

A.  Site location: Egypt

 

B.  The magnitude of procurement for this acquisition is between $500,000.00 and $2,000,000.00.

 

C. Response should be submitted using the following Process:

 

Please submit your responses by 03 November 2015 no later than 2:00pm U.S. Eastern Standard Time to the individuals identified below.  Also, if you have any questions please direct them to the individuals below.

 

Holly K. Watson

Telephone:  540-665-2592

Email:  Holly.K.Watson@usace.army.mil

 

David L. Worthington

Phone:  540-665-3939

Email:  David.L.Worthington@usace.army.mil

 

Additionally, since this is a Request for Information (RFI) only, your response shall not constitute an offer.  If the determination is made to conduct a limited competition, then only those companies who respond with a complete Capabilities Statement shall be considered for inclusion in the limited competition.

 

Please be advised that in order to be eligible for contract award with USACE, your company must be actively registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) systems. It is recommended that you take the necessary steps now to ensure that your company is registered in this system.