The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) · Awarded contract
Awarded

Power Infrastructure Upgrade for Defra Weybridge Site via Dual 132/11kV Substations

Awarded 23 Oct 2022

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Awarded23 Oct 2022
Value£40,911,986.65
SupplierUK Power Networks Services (Commercial) Limited
AgencyThe Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra)
RegionSouth East
CategoryEnergy & Environment
Ended 5d ago4y term
Awarded 23 Oct 2022Expired 30 Oct 2026

About

The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) awarded a contract to UK Power Networks Services (Commercial) Limited for the connection of 43,000kVA with high resilience via dual feed 132/11kV substations from West Weybridge GSP and Laleham GSP.

The works, valued at AUD 40,911,986.65, include non-contestable elements such as modification applications with National Grid, installation of 132kV circuit breakers and sealing ends, upgrading SGT1 at West Weybridge from 180MVA to 240MVA, auto-switching schemes, and RTU installations.

Cable route works involve feasibility studies and installation of approximately 13km of 132kV cable.

Substation works comprise 60MVA dual wound transformers, 9-panel 11kV switchboards, and civil works.

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