Projects worldwide
intec has executed and is implementing large and complex projects in nearly all regions of the world.
The projects listed on the website represent only a selection of our project references.
Our projects
-
Montenegro - Lastva - Pljevlja Transmission Line Project
Technical assistance and support to CGES' PIU in connection with the procurement process and construction / implementation of the following equipment and measures:
- Lot 1: construction of a 400/110/35 kV GIS substation and extension of an existing 400/220/110 kV substation;
- Lot 2: construction of 35 km each of 400 kV double and single circuit lines, a 4 km diversion of an existing 110 kV line and the dismantling of 6 km of 400 kV line;
- Lot 3: construction of 120 km of 400 kV transmission line (partly d.c.), one 5 km and one 6 km diversion of existing 110 kV lines, and the dismantling of 10 km of 110 kV line.
Parts of the lines are in high mountain regions (above 2,000 m sea level).
intec's services
- Development of the PIU's operating procedures, the project implementation plan (PIP), a Project Procedures Manual and QA procedures;
- Support to the PIU in the process of obtaining the required permits and approvals from relevant Montenegrin institutions;
- Support during the procurement process (preparation of tender documents, launching of tenders, evaluation of bids, contract negotiations);
- Assistance with design review and approval and preparation of related comments / reports;
- Planning of and attendance to Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs);
- Site supervision, monitoring and reporting;
- Testing, commissioning and operational acceptance (planning and monitoring of testing procedures, review of contractors' test reports, preparation of acceptance certificates, instructions for operation);
- Assistance in the implementation of the Environmental and Social Action Plan;
- Knowledge transfer (training of the PIU on reporting requirements from loan agreements, implementation of time- or progress-dependant elements such as insurance policies, general progress reporting, etc.).
Client
Crnogorski Elektroprenosni Sistem AD (CGES)Financing
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD)Period of implementation
11.9.2013 - 31.07.2018 -
Mali - Implementation of the National Dispatching Centre
The multiplication of generation sources, the future development of the national transmission network and its interconnection to neighbouring countries require modern means of dispatching so as to facilitate, stabilize and optimise its operation. The construction of a national dispatching centre on the site of Lafiabougou Substation in Bamako has to be seen in this context.
The Consultant's mission generally aims at controlling and managing the related budget, the quality and the implementation period of works. It shall assure the correct realisation of the National Dispatching Centre through the implementation of all necessary site works.
intec's services
- Assistance to EDM-SA during the award of contract,
- Review and approval of Contractor's studies and plans during the execution of works,
- Supervision of manufacturing,
- Factory acceptance tests for major equipment,
- Establishment of monthly / quarterly activity programmes,
- Organisation of meetings and coordination of construction sites,
- Coordination and validation of testing and commissioning procedures,
- Budget control and management,
- Final invoicing,
- Elaboration of progress reports and of the Project Completion Report.
Client
Energie du Mali (EDM-SA)Financing
West-African Development BankPeriod of implementation
04.2012 - 07.2018 -
Uganda - 10 MW PV Solar Project in Tororo District
The Netherlands Development Finance Company (FMO) invests into a 10 MW PV solar power project to be developed, owned and operated by the company Tororo Solar North Ltd. (TSN). FMO contracted the services of a consultant to carry out lenders' technical, environmental and social due diligence of the project, construction supervision and monitoring of operational performance.
intec's services
A. Due Diligence Phase
- Project site assessment: topography, solar resource and ambient conditions; logistics; etc.
- Review of technology and plant design
- Review of energy yield analysis and forecasts for expected power production in kWh
- Review of project contracts / agreements (i.a. PPA, interconnection, O&M, water supply & land agreements)
- Review of construction and completion testing, of off-take structure (PPA) and of O&M structure
- Electrical interconnection review
- Check and follow-up of permits and licenses
- Review of expected project costs and of financial model assumptions
- Review of the project's environmental and social impact assessment (ESIA) process and report
- Summary of recommendations and proposed actions in a draft environmental and social action plan (ESAP)
B. Construction and Commissioning Phase
- Construction monitoring and quality assurance
- Design review and approval
- Review of acceptance testing procedures and test witnessing
- Participation in commissioning and taking-over
C. Operational Phase (services on call until 2032)
Monitoring of punch list items, review of operational performance, periodical review of operation reports
Client
Netherlands Development Finance Company ("FMO")Financing
Access Uganda Solar LimitedPeriod of implementation
20.3.2015 - 31.7.2018
Montenegro - Lastva - Pljevlja Transmission Line Project
Technical assistance and support to CGES' PIU in connection with the procurement process and construction / implementation of the following equipment and measures:
- Lot 1: construction of a 400/110/35 kV GIS substation and extension of an existing 400/220/110 kV substation;
- Lot 2: construction of 35 km each of 400 kV double and single circuit lines, a 4 km diversion of an existing 110 kV line and the dismantling of 6 km of 400 kV line;
- Lot 3: construction of 120 km of 400 kV transmission line (partly d.c.), one 5 km and one 6 km diversion of existing 110 kV lines, and the dismantling of 10 km of 110 kV line.
Parts of the lines are in high mountain regions (above 2,000 m sea level).
intec's services
- Development of the PIU's operating procedures, the project implementation plan (PIP), a Project Procedures Manual and QA procedures;
- Support to the PIU in the process of obtaining the required permits and approvals from relevant Montenegrin institutions;
- Support during the procurement process (preparation of tender documents, launching of tenders, evaluation of bids, contract negotiations);
- Assistance with design review and approval and preparation of related comments / reports;
- Planning of and attendance to Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs);
- Site supervision, monitoring and reporting;
- Testing, commissioning and operational acceptance (planning and monitoring of testing procedures, review of contractors' test reports, preparation of acceptance certificates, instructions for operation);
- Assistance in the implementation of the Environmental and Social Action Plan;
- Knowledge transfer (training of the PIU on reporting requirements from loan agreements, implementation of time- or progress-dependant elements such as insurance policies, general progress reporting, etc.).
Client
Crnogorski Elektroprenosni Sistem AD (CGES)Financing
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD)Period of implementation
11.9.2013 - 31.07.2018Mali - Implementation of the National Dispatching Centre
The multiplication of generation sources, the future development of the national transmission network and its interconnection to neighbouring countries require modern means of dispatching so as to facilitate, stabilize and optimise its operation. The construction of a national dispatching centre on the site of Lafiabougou Substation in Bamako has to be seen in this context.
The Consultant's mission generally aims at controlling and managing the related budget, the quality and the implementation period of works. It shall assure the correct realisation of the National Dispatching Centre through the implementation of all necessary site works.
intec's services
- Assistance to EDM-SA during the award of contract,
- Review and approval of Contractor's studies and plans during the execution of works,
- Supervision of manufacturing,
- Factory acceptance tests for major equipment,
- Establishment of monthly / quarterly activity programmes,
- Organisation of meetings and coordination of construction sites,
- Coordination and validation of testing and commissioning procedures,
- Budget control and management,
- Final invoicing,
- Elaboration of progress reports and of the Project Completion Report.
Client
Energie du Mali (EDM-SA)Financing
West-African Development BankPeriod of implementation
04.2012 - 07.2018Uganda - 10 MW PV Solar Project in Tororo District
The Netherlands Development Finance Company (FMO) invests into a 10 MW PV solar power project to be developed, owned and operated by the company Tororo Solar North Ltd. (TSN). FMO contracted the services of a consultant to carry out lenders' technical, environmental and social due diligence of the project, construction supervision and monitoring of operational performance.
intec's services
A. Due Diligence Phase
- Project site assessment: topography, solar resource and ambient conditions; logistics; etc.
- Review of technology and plant design
- Review of energy yield analysis and forecasts for expected power production in kWh
- Review of project contracts / agreements (i.a. PPA, interconnection, O&M, water supply & land agreements)
- Review of construction and completion testing, of off-take structure (PPA) and of O&M structure
- Electrical interconnection review
- Check and follow-up of permits and licenses
- Review of expected project costs and of financial model assumptions
- Review of the project's environmental and social impact assessment (ESIA) process and report
- Summary of recommendations and proposed actions in a draft environmental and social action plan (ESAP)
B. Construction and Commissioning Phase
- Construction monitoring and quality assurance
- Design review and approval
- Review of acceptance testing procedures and test witnessing
- Participation in commissioning and taking-over
C. Operational Phase (services on call until 2032)
Monitoring of punch list items, review of operational performance, periodical review of operation reports
Client
Netherlands Development Finance Company ("FMO")Financing
Access Uganda Solar LimitedPeriod of implementation
20.3.2015 - 31.7.2018-
Mongolia - New Turbine for Darkhan Thermal Power Plant (DTPP)
The existing Darkhan Thermal Power Plant is a coal-fired steam power plant with a total capacity of 50 MW, sole purpose of which is to supply electricity, process steam and heat to surrounding industrial consumers and to the city of Darkhan. It comprises the following installations:
- 9 boilers, each having a capacity of 75 t/h at 440 ºC and 39 barat,
- 4 extraction steam turbines each having a capacity of 12 MWel,
- associated auxiliary and ancillary plant.
The project comprises consulting services for
- the erection of a new turbine house and control room
- the supply and installation of a new 35 MWe extraction condensing turbine
- the supply and installation of related steam turbine instrumentation and control
- the supply and installation of high-pressure and cooling water pipelines, a new cooling tower, and of electrical equipment for the 0.4, 6, 35 and 110 kV systems of the plant;
- the supply and installation of two new 40 MVA transformers;
intec's services
- Preparation of the project
- Elaboration of tender documents
- Assistance in bid evaluation and evaluation reports
- Assistance in contract negotiations and contract award
- Assistance in checking and approval of contractor's drawings and specifications
- Assistance in the coordination and supervision of site activities, commissioning activities, including QA and QC procedures, good quality of erection works, eventual insurance issues
- Organisation of as-built drawings and operation & maintenance manuals
- Checking and approval of suppliers' invoices
- Support to the Client to put the project back on track after the underperformance of one EPC contractor (termination of contract procedure, procurement process for outstanding equipment and installation works, site supervision and project closure).
Client
Darkhan Thermal Power Plant (DTPP)Financing
Kreditanstalt für Wiederaufbau (KfW)Period of implementation
6.10.2009 - 13.7.2018 -
Slovakia - Complex ES Bystricany - Transformation 400 / 100 kV
This project is related to the shutdown of Bohunice V1 NPP and is supported through the Bohunice International Decommissioning Support Fund (BIDSF). It includes the following technical measures:
- Construction of a new 400 kV substation and two new 400/110 kV transformers adjacent to Bystričany 220 kV Substation
- Construction of a new double-circuit 400 kV OHL (30 km) between Horna Zdana Substation and Bystričany Substation and Oslany municipality to connect the new Bystričany Substation to the 400 kV network
- Extension of the 400 kV Substation Horna Zdana by two bays for connection to the 400 kV OHL from Bystričany Substation
- Construction of a new double-circuit 400 kV overhead line (80 km) between the Bystričany and Krizovany Substations, one circuit being operated at the 220 kV level
- Extension of the 400 kV Substation Krizovany by one bay to permit connection to the 400 kV overhead line from Bystričany Substation
Services under the overall project are divided into three stages:
Stage 1: Procurement / Project Preparation
Stage 2: Project Implementation / Construction Supervision and Management
Stage 3: Defect Notification Period
intec's services
Stage 1:
- Management support to SEPS concerning all aspects of project implementation
- Project organisation, i.a. assistance to SEPS in the set-up and operation of an effective Project Management Unit (PMU) concerning staffing, organisational structure, roles and functions, project procedures manual, quality assurance plan, etc.
- Project scheduling and planning / set-up of the procurement process
- Review of technical specifications for defined supply packages, preparation of additional supporting studies
- Preparation of tender documents
- Execution of the tender process (invitation to tender, pre-bid meeting and minutes, site visit, clarification to bidders' queries, evaluation of received bids, support during contract negotiations, preparation of draft contract documents) for a total of 3 lots
- Reporting
Stage 2:
- Monitoring of all technical and financial aspects related to the contracts (e.g. engineering, manufacturing, construction and commissioning)
- Follow-up of project progress, corrective actions
- Management of any deviations, claims, variation orders, deficiencies, defects and disputes
- Supervision of installation, testing, commissioning and acceptance of the works
- Preparation of final contract completion reports for the projects
Stage 3:
- Services during the defect notification period
Client
Slovenská elektrizačná prenosová sústava, a.s. (SEPS)Financing
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD)Period of implementation
20.1.2015 - 30.6.2018 -
Guinea - Conakry Electrical Networks (PREREC 2)
PREREC 2 aims at contributing to the improvement of the government and financial management of EDG, at assisting the government in the reform of the subsector and at extending the electricity distribution network in the Lambandji, Kobaya, Wanindara and Yattayah quarters of the country's capital. It is a follow-up to the first project, PREREC 1.
The project foresees the construction of the following installations:
- 20 km of mixed MV/LV lines
- 87 km of LV lines
- 49 kiosk MV/LV substations
- 20,000 consumer connections and installation of 20,000 prepaid meters
- 3,500 street lighting units
intec's services
- Technical control of design
- Inspection of equipment and materials in the factory
- Supervision of works on the site
- Commissioning testing
- Final taking-over
- Delivery of all professional and technical services and assistance in line with FIDIC directives
- On-the-job training
Client
Electricité de Guinée (EDG)Financing
African Development Fund (ADF)Period of implementation
2015 - 2018
Mongolia - New Turbine for Darkhan Thermal Power Plant (DTPP)
The existing Darkhan Thermal Power Plant is a coal-fired steam power plant with a total capacity of 50 MW, sole purpose of which is to supply electricity, process steam and heat to surrounding industrial consumers and to the city of Darkhan. It comprises the following installations:
- 9 boilers, each having a capacity of 75 t/h at 440 ºC and 39 barat,
- 4 extraction steam turbines each having a capacity of 12 MWel,
- associated auxiliary and ancillary plant.
The project comprises consulting services for
- the erection of a new turbine house and control room
- the supply and installation of a new 35 MWe extraction condensing turbine
- the supply and installation of related steam turbine instrumentation and control
- the supply and installation of high-pressure and cooling water pipelines, a new cooling tower, and of electrical equipment for the 0.4, 6, 35 and 110 kV systems of the plant;
- the supply and installation of two new 40 MVA transformers;
intec's services
- Preparation of the project
- Elaboration of tender documents
- Assistance in bid evaluation and evaluation reports
- Assistance in contract negotiations and contract award
- Assistance in checking and approval of contractor's drawings and specifications
- Assistance in the coordination and supervision of site activities, commissioning activities, including QA and QC procedures, good quality of erection works, eventual insurance issues
- Organisation of as-built drawings and operation & maintenance manuals
- Checking and approval of suppliers' invoices
- Support to the Client to put the project back on track after the underperformance of one EPC contractor (termination of contract procedure, procurement process for outstanding equipment and installation works, site supervision and project closure).
Client
Darkhan Thermal Power Plant (DTPP)Financing
Kreditanstalt für Wiederaufbau (KfW)Period of implementation
6.10.2009 - 13.7.2018Slovakia - Complex ES Bystricany - Transformation 400 / 100 kV
This project is related to the shutdown of Bohunice V1 NPP and is supported through the Bohunice International Decommissioning Support Fund (BIDSF). It includes the following technical measures:
- Construction of a new 400 kV substation and two new 400/110 kV transformers adjacent to Bystričany 220 kV Substation
- Construction of a new double-circuit 400 kV OHL (30 km) between Horna Zdana Substation and Bystričany Substation and Oslany municipality to connect the new Bystričany Substation to the 400 kV network
- Extension of the 400 kV Substation Horna Zdana by two bays for connection to the 400 kV OHL from Bystričany Substation
- Construction of a new double-circuit 400 kV overhead line (80 km) between the Bystričany and Krizovany Substations, one circuit being operated at the 220 kV level
- Extension of the 400 kV Substation Krizovany by one bay to permit connection to the 400 kV overhead line from Bystričany Substation
Services under the overall project are divided into three stages:
Stage 1: Procurement / Project Preparation
Stage 2: Project Implementation / Construction Supervision and Management
Stage 3: Defect Notification Period
intec's services
Stage 1:
- Management support to SEPS concerning all aspects of project implementation
- Project organisation, i.a. assistance to SEPS in the set-up and operation of an effective Project Management Unit (PMU) concerning staffing, organisational structure, roles and functions, project procedures manual, quality assurance plan, etc.
- Project scheduling and planning / set-up of the procurement process
- Review of technical specifications for defined supply packages, preparation of additional supporting studies
- Preparation of tender documents
- Execution of the tender process (invitation to tender, pre-bid meeting and minutes, site visit, clarification to bidders' queries, evaluation of received bids, support during contract negotiations, preparation of draft contract documents) for a total of 3 lots
- Reporting
Stage 2:
- Monitoring of all technical and financial aspects related to the contracts (e.g. engineering, manufacturing, construction and commissioning)
- Follow-up of project progress, corrective actions
- Management of any deviations, claims, variation orders, deficiencies, defects and disputes
- Supervision of installation, testing, commissioning and acceptance of the works
- Preparation of final contract completion reports for the projects
Stage 3:
- Services during the defect notification period
Client
Slovenská elektrizačná prenosová sústava, a.s. (SEPS)Financing
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD)Period of implementation
20.1.2015 - 30.6.2018Guinea - Conakry Electrical Networks (PREREC 2)
PREREC 2 aims at contributing to the improvement of the government and financial management of EDG, at assisting the government in the reform of the subsector and at extending the electricity distribution network in the Lambandji, Kobaya, Wanindara and Yattayah quarters of the country's capital. It is a follow-up to the first project, PREREC 1.
The project foresees the construction of the following installations:
- 20 km of mixed MV/LV lines
- 87 km of LV lines
- 49 kiosk MV/LV substations
- 20,000 consumer connections and installation of 20,000 prepaid meters
- 3,500 street lighting units
intec's services
- Technical control of design
- Inspection of equipment and materials in the factory
- Supervision of works on the site
- Commissioning testing
- Final taking-over
- Delivery of all professional and technical services and assistance in line with FIDIC directives
- On-the-job training