Annexure I Scope For EPC - 230119 - 151602

Annexure I
Scope for EPC, indicating, Proposed project schedule, Price and Proposed payment terms
Scope for EPCs: Design, Engineering, Procurement, Supply, Construction, Installation, Testing / Trials
and Commissioning along with Comprehensive Maintenance Contract for 5 (Five) years, on Commercial
operation date (CoD); for 500MW (AC) Grid Interactive Ground Mounted Solar PV Power Generation
Plant with Sun Tracker comprising of number of units at multiple locations, in the state of Maharashtra,
individual capacity at particular location will be minimum 2MW (AC) up to (5x2Nos.) = 10MW (AC). It
includes construction / installation of all required facilities for operation of solar power plant efficiently not
limited to the items / equipments indicated in this document, (excluding in-house switchyard / sub-station
inside the plot boundary along with step-up transformer); but including access / approach road.
Connectivity with the Grid:

The project should be designed for delivery of energy at 11KV / 22KV level of substation of MSEDCL.
Criteria for generation:

The declared CUF shall in no case be less than 19% over a year. They shall maintain generation so as to
achieve CUF in the range of ±10 % of their declared value during PPA duration. The lower limit will,
however, be relaxed by MSEDCL to the extent of grid non-availability for evacuation which is beyond the
control of the Solar Power Generator.
Land: Land will be made available by NAFCO. EPC has no role in liaisoning or land lease activities. EPCs
has to Visit the proposed land for collection of required data / information for:-
a. Size and shape of proposed land / any illegal occupation / big trees / shadow effect by surrounding
infrastructure / any existing transmission line / underground pipeline, through proposed land
b. Any notified water body & its allowed margin / distance, Difference between High flood level (HFL)
recorded at nearby area and Natural Ground level (NGL) at proposed land
c. Do the soil testing, for Soil analysis report for resistivity and bearing capacity
d. Availability / possibility of resources for raw water
e. Availability / possibility of access / approach road up to proposed land
f. Availability / possibility of auxiliary / captive power
g. Availability / possibility of internet connectivity for remote monitoring system (RMS)
Topographical Survey: EPC has to do the Topographical survey for the entire proposed site at a grid
interval of 5m in both directions shall be carried out using Total Station. All surveying Northing & Easting
co-ordinates shall be based on UTM (Universal Transverse Mercator of respective Zone). After completion
of field survey, the EPCs shall submit contour layout (contour interval 0.5m) along with spot levels for the
total project. The EPC shall submit all data @ 5m Grid interval in both directions pertaining to the survey
to NACOF in a CD/DVD including all levels & co-ordinates in X-Y-Z format for the entire area.
Land Development: Land to be developed in a way to achieve maximum utilisation. The EPCs can also
use the natural contour of the land, if shadow is not affecting the generation. However, the EPCs shall take
reasonable care to ensure that the plant is aesthetically designed. The EPCs shall have to level the site, as
required, so as to compact the plant in minimum possible area and also to minimize shading losses because
of solar PV module structures. Removal of debris and bush-cutting is mandatory, earthwork for Site
grading, cutting, filling, levelling & compacting, internal Roads, Storm water drainage at the site is to be
done if required for easy drain of surface water naturally to avoid the accumulation of rainy water in plant
area. The EPCs has to clean the site from small trees and shrubs, removal of debris, if any; filled the
depression area and excavates and level the high level areas wherever required even though EPCs follows
the natural ground level for entire plant execution.
The NACOF shall construct suitable godowns at the Site of Work for storing the materials safe against
damage by rain, dampness, fire, theft etc. He shall also employ necessary watch and ward along with proper
illumination establishment for the purpose.
EPCs to prepare and submit plan General Layout of Solar PV Power Plant which includes PESS, PCSS,
module yard, LT/HT Transmission system, Switch yard, internal roadways / pathways / landscaped areas,
Implementation of 500MW (AC) Grid Interactive Ground Mounted Solar PV Power Generation Plants comprising of number of units at multiple
locations, in the state of Maharashtra for MSEDCL by NACOF as a lead consortium partner of SPD
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gate, drainage system and water distribution system mentioning all lines and levels, yard earth pits, yard
lightings, lightning posts / earth pits, etc.
The EPCs shall design landscaping / garden etc., aesthetically by considering the aerial view of the entire
Plant causing no shadow on the solar panels. Landscaping work of the Plant premises shall be designed
with suitable plant species, including arrangements for daily watering and manuring as and when necessary
and on regular basis.
EPC has to do the land levelling and construct all facilities indicated below, including the approach road as
per the approved drawings. Based on the contours, drainage system shall have to be designed. Levelling
shall have to be done based on the natural terrain. Hence the cutting, filling, levelling, if required, is in the
scope of the EPCs. The finished ground level of array yard, sub stations, etc., shall be finalised taking into
consideration all formation levels on completion of the above survey work. On completion of field survey
work, the EPCs shall submit soft copy of Draft Survey report to NACOF for review. The draft report shall
contain all relevant documents and General level layout drawing with clear demarcation showing boundary
pillars / fencing, main entrance gate, finished ground levels (FGL) of Array Yard, Power Collection Sub
Stations - Electrical room, Power Export Sub Station, Civil foundations for Tracker posts, Security cabin
at main entrance, Storage shed for spares, Site Office cum administrative building, underground raw water
reservoir, overhead treated potable water tank, building sewage / drainage systems, compound wall,
approach roads, peripheral roads, internal roads, storm water drains connecting to the nearest Nallah or to
the existing storm water drain, culverts, if any, watch towers etc., has to be prepared for submission to
NACOF. After attending NACOF’s comments if any in this regard, of the Final Survey report with all
relevant drawings shall be submitted to NACOF for approval. The FGL (if required, FGL should be; High
Flood Level-HFL + 500mm) should be got approved by NACOF before commencement of work at site.
RCC Precast Boundary Wall: The EPCs shall provide RCC precast boundary wall with barbed wire for
the entire plant boundary of solar plant site. Internal fencing for PCU, X’mer, and HT SWGR -Aux. Chain
link fencing of 2.0 Mtrs. Height with provision of gate shall be considered.
Watchman’s Cabin and Main Entrance Gate the EPCs shall provide main gate of structural steel material
of appropriate design. Also, necessary arrangement shall have to be made by EPCs to erect the main gate
on pylon stone. An all-weather main gate with width of at least 6 meter shall be erected at the entrance of
the plant site and another gate (4 Mtrs. width) for each pocket shall be provided for internal connectivity
with of proposed location. The Prefabricated Security Cabin of size 3.5 meter x 3.5 meter at the main
entrance gate shall be designed & constructed by the Successful EPCs keeping in view the safety and
security of the power plant. The EPCs shall provide detailed civil, electrical, plumbing, etc. drawings and
equipment specifications for the security cabin for approval.
Raw Water / Water: The EPCs shall have to make their own arrangements for the required Power Supply
& Water Supply during the construction, their labour camps. The water quality should be suitable for use
in civil construction work. All pumping installations, pipe network and distribution system will have to be
carried out by the EPCs at their own risk and cost. However, the NACOF does not guarantee the supply of
water and this does not relieve the EPCs of his responsibility in making his own arrangement and for the
timely completion of the various works as stipulated.
Storm Water Drainage System: The EPCs shall provide storm water drainage system for entire plant.
Natural slope of ground shall be followed and drainage shall be designed accordingly. There shall not be
any water accumulation in the project area.
Solar PV Module Cleaning System: Cleaning frequency shall be decided by the EPCs to meet the
guaranteed generation. For this, the EPCs shall construct and operate 10,000 litre /MW capacity RCC /
Sintex or underground water storage tank. The EPCs also has to drill a bore and construct pipeline for
carrying water to storage tank, provide electric panel and pump for bore and total water cleaning system.
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For module cleaning, the EPCs can provide new tanker with pump; water jet and hose pipe or establish a
pipeline network with valves.
Sewage System: Adequate sewage disposal arrangements shall be provided. The septic tank shall be
designed as per NBC guidelines. The outfall of septic tank shall be led to soak-pit of suitable dimensions
for dispersion. The drainage system design and construction drawings of sewage piping / septic tank shall
be submitted to NACOF for approval, before commencement of work.
Roads & Path Ways: The roads shall be designed and constructed based on the General layout of the Solar
Power Plant. The main approach road from the existing nearest road to the Solar Plant shall be a single lane
road, designed to carry the equipments as per relevant specification of IRC along with connecting RCC
culverts (M25) wherever required. The approach road & all internal roads are to be designed to suit the
Solar Plant layout and the approach road shall be of single lane of 4 M width. The internal roads shall be
of single lane of 3M width. These roads shall be laid with
a) Soling layer– this bottom layer shall be of two layers using laterite/ BG boulders/ locally available natural
rock boulders– each of 150 mm preconsolidated thick – rolled to 115 mm thick - consolidated thickness
totalling to 230 mm and each layer shall be blinded with gravel with 1/3 quantity of laterite/boulders
b) WBM – using 40 mm BG metal – one layer of 135 mm pre-consolidated thick – rolled to 100 mm thick-
consolidated thickness which includes dry and wet rolling, spreading gravel for blind age and consolidation
with water, spreading sand to a thickness of 3 mm and top rolling and
c) Top coat – Top finishing coat shall be of Bituminous Toping using 12 mm downgraded metal with
consolidated thickness of 20mm and seal coat. Outer peripheral road of the solar plant shall also be designed
and constructed in addition to the internal roads. This road also shall be of single lane of 3 M width. This
peripheral road shall be laid as follows.
a) Soling layer– this bottom layer shall be of two layers using laterite/ BG boulders/ locally available natural
rock boulders – each of 150 mm preconsolidated thick – rolled to 115 mm thick - consolidated thickness
totalling to 230 mm and each layer shall be blinded with gravel with 1/3 quantity of laterite/boulders and
b) WBM – using 40 mm BG metal - two layers – each of 135 mm preconsolidated thick – rolled to 100 mm
thick - consolidated thickness which includes dry and wet rolling of each layers, spreading gravel for blind
age and consolidation with water, spreading sand to a thickness of 3 mm and top rolling. All roads shall be
provided with 0.60 M wide berm on both sides with 150mm thick well compacted laterite/ BG boulders/
locally available natural rock boulders surface and trapezoidal earthern drains as per the approved drainage
layout. The area between the solar arrays shall be levelled for carrying panels and materials, modules
washing, easy movement during O & M, etc. The layout and details drawing of all roads and culverts (if
any) shall be submitted to NACOF and got approved, before commencement of work.
Pre-fabricated Invertor Room (for indoor inverters only) & R.C.C./PEB Control Room EPCs has to
submit the design drawing for approval of Pre-fabricated Inverter Room & R.C.C./PEB Control Room.
Civil work for Pre-fab Inverter Room & R.C.C. Control cum Conference room shall be of adequate size
and of be of standard manufacturer with sufficient lighting points and RCC cable trenches with oil painted
edge angle of 65mm x 65mm x 6mm and checker plate covers of 8 mm thickness and shall have exhaust
chimney and also sufficient ventilation. All prefab inverter room and Control Room shall be laid on RCC
plinth with sufficient foundation and reinforced grade slab with finished Kotah of 25mm thickness /Vitrified
of 8-10 mm thickness tile flooring and 100 mms skirting of same tiles. The plinth shall be minimum 500
mm high from formation level of the plant. Plinth protection shall be given throughout perimeter of width
0.75 m with rough Kotah of 25mm thickness on its top for Inverter rooms and Control Rooms. Sufficient
steps at the entry of the room with rough Kotah on its top and RCC ramp of sufficient angle shall be
provided for shifting the equipment in the rooms for all Inverter rooms and Control Room.
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Rain water pipe at various locations with gutter at the top shall be provided to discharge rain water. The
EPCs shall provide to NACOF the detailed civil, electrical, plumbing, etc. drawings and equipment
specifications for the inverter room & control room and shall obtain approval of the same. The drawings of
Panels with the make of components should be approved from NACOF. For invertor transformer Chain
link fencing of 2.0 Mtrs. height With provision of gate shall be provided
i. RCC frame structure below plinth Inverter Rooms/Control cum Conference Room shall have adequate
size of footing, pedestal columns, plinth beam, grade slab with reinforcement as per relevant IS
specifications considering seismic zone, wind & soil detail etc. Back filling material shall be of Laboratory
tested Murum or Sand. Grade slab shall be laid on 100 mm thick PCC. Also, Termite proofing is required
before preparation of grade slab and plinth protection. The Control cum Conference Room shall have a
rolling shutter at the front side.
ii. Control room It shall be of adequate size (minimum height 3.6 Mtrs.) for fixing the panels, battery banks
etc. With;
a) SCADA Room with Work station, Desktop and Chairs;
b) Store Room with almirah;
c) Pantry unit of sufficient size with sandwich type of platform with plumbing fixture and exhaust fan;
d) Toilet unit for Gents with urinals and Ladies having wash basins in each;
e) RCC cable trenches with covers and cable trays and all openings of cable entry shall have vermin
proofing using spray foam or mortar;
f) Furniture like conference table, chair and sofa etc.;
g) Lighting points and fixtures; and
h) Plumbing fixtures.
iii. Facilities required for Control cum Conference Room: It shall also have adequate size SCADA cabin
with necessary 2 numbers of work station with drawers of Godrej/ Durian/ Zuari make, 2 numbers
Computer and 1 number of LED TV of 48 inch of Sony/ Phillips / Samsung make, 4 numbers of chairs for
workstation, 2 Nos. of almirah and split A.C of 1.5 Ton of Voltas/ Hitachi/ Samsung/LG make for operating
staff for work station.
Office cum Conference Room shall also be equipped with conference table of 10 persons with Power
Sockets with 10 chairs of Godrej/ Durian/ Zuari / Usha / Lexus and sofas. In Control cum Conference room,
except control room (where panels are fixed) all other rooms like SCADA cabin, conference room, store,
pantry and passage shall have False ceiling that shall consist of 600 x 600 x 20 mm gypsum board with one
coat of primer and two or more coat of Acrylic emulsion paint. The suspension system shall consist of 6
mm diameter galvanised steel rods suspended from ceiling supporting by aluminium grid of 38 x 25 x 1.5
mm and cross tie of 25 x 25 x 1.5 mm and aluminium angle of 25 x 25 x 1.5 mm. Conference room shall
be equipped with an all-in-one printer cum scanner, landline phone, refrigerator (150 litre) of
Voltas/Godrej/Whirlpool make, projector and screen of 2m x 2m.
All material, installations, accessories to be provided shall be of best quality and of standard manufacturer.
All units of the Control cum Conference Room shall have marked signage of SS sheet of 1mm along with
engraving words and filled with black colour at all facilities within Control cum Conference room and on
all equipment. The lighting points and fixtures shall be of Anchor/Philips make. The fans shall be of
Khaitan/Usha/Bajaj make and lights (only LED shall be used) shall be of Philips /Syska /Havells make.
iv. Structural Steel, Insulated Walls and Roof for Super structure (prefabricated invertor room: Design of
Super-Structure i.e. Steel Structure like purlin, rafter, columns, truss etc. for fixing the Pre-Fabricated
Panels conforming to relevant IS codes and of Jindal/Tata/ RINL make. It shall include all necessary fitting
like nuts, bolts, washers etc. of good quality. All structural steel shall be treated with two coats of red oxide
and three coats of Oil paint (Asian Paints, Berger, and Durex). The gap between base plate of structural
members and concrete top of foundation shall be filled with GP-2 grouting material of reputed make. The
material of all Jbolts shall be of 8.8 Class. The Insulated panels should be of required size for roof and
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walls. The insulated wall and roof panels shall be sandwich type. The panels shall be made out with 0.35
mm thick pre coated steel sheet on both side of Poly Urethane Foam (PUF) for both wall and roof. The
density of PUF shall be 40±2 kg/m3 and thermal conductivity shall be within range of 0.019-0.021 W/m
˚K at 10°C. The total thickness of the panels for walls shall be 60mm and for roof is 40mm. The panels
shall be joined together by tongue and groove method. The joints of the panels shall be filled with silicon
or equivalent filling material. Panels shall be cuts such that the exposure of PUF and patch work is avoided.
The fixing of the panels shall be such that there should not be any gaps at joints like wall and roof, wall to
wall, etc. from which air and water particle can pass (Air and Water tight). Roof panel shall be extended
300 mm from the eaves wall and 150 mm from Gable walls. Rain water gutter shall be provided throughout
the periphery with rain water pipes (CPVC pipes) with proper clamping at regular interval. Provision of
future installation of Solar panels on the top of the roof shall be done by I or C section with Small base
plate assembly.
v. Landscaping: Landscaping in surrounding area of 2 meter of Main Control Room is to be done using
aesthetically pleasing and suitable varieties of flora.
vi. Flooring: Best quality Vitrified tile flooring having min size of 600 mm x 600 mm x 8-10 mm thickness
of standard manufacturers as approved by EIC.
vii. Toilet: Toilet shall be designed for 10 persons; and constructed with following finish -- Floor: Vitrified
tiles -- Door and window: made out of aluminium brown anodized sections, 6mm float glass -- Ventilators:
Mechanical exhaust facility -- Plumbing fixtures: Jaguar and Kohler make -- Sanitary ware: Hindware, Cera
or equivalent make -- EWC: 390 mm high with health facet, toilet paper roll holder and all fittings -- Urinal
(430 x 260 x 350 mm size) with all fittings. -- Wash basin (550 x 400 mm) with all fittings. -- Bathroom
mirror (600 x 450 x 6 mm thick) hard board backing -- CP brass towel rail (600 x 20 mm) with C.P. brass
brackets -- Soap holder and liquid soap dispenser.
vii. Doors and Windows: Doors and windows shall be made of aluminium sections. All sections shall be
20 microns anodized. Sections of door frame and window frame shall be adopted as per industrial standards.
Door shutters shall be made of aluminium sections and combination of compact sheet and clear float/wired
glass. All windows of Control cum conference room shall be protected by Sun film protection sheet. The
control room shall require a number of windows/louvers to be provided for ventilation/ fresh air
circulations. All fixtures for doors and windows shall be of Dorma, Godrej and Kich make.
viii. Water Supply for Toilets: GI pipes (B class) Tata or equivalent make. Separate Overhead water tank
Sintex or equivalent of 2,000 litres capacity.
ix. Drainage for Toilets: Drainage pipes shall be of CPVC (6 kg/cm2) Supreme, Prince or equivalent make.
Gully trap, inspection chambers, septic tank for 10person and soak well to be constructed for
abovementioned requirement.
x. Air Conditioner for Control Room: The control room shall be equipped with appropriate numbers of fans
for effective heat dissipation. The SCADA cabin and Conference room shall have split type air conditioning
units.
xi. Fire Extinguishers: Liquefied CO2 fire extinguisher shall be up right type of capacity 10 kg having IS:
2171. 7 IS: 10658 marked. The fire extinguisher shall be suitable for fighting fire of Oils, Solvents, Gases,
Paints, Varnishes, Electrical Wiring, Live Machinery Fires, and All Flammable Liquid & Gas. EPCs shall
provide Min. 10 no of fire extinguisher is envisaged for main control room.
xii. Sand Bucket: Sand buckets should be wall mounted, made from at least 24 SWG sheet with bracket
fixing on wall conforming to IS 2546. Bucket stands with four buckets on each stand shall be provided in
the Transformer Yard – 4 Nos.
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xiii. Sign Boards: The sign board containing brief description of various components of the power plant as
well as the complete power plant in general shall be installed at appropriate locations of the power plant. -
For Switchyard and Transformer Yard: The Sign boards shall be made of steel plate of not less than 3 mm.
Letters on the board shall be with appropriate illumination arrangements. - All Inverter Rooms and Control
and Conference Room: The name boards shall be made of acrylic sheet of 300mm height and fixed at the
entry of the all facilities. -- The EPCs shall provide to NACOF, detailed specifications of the sign boards.
Cable Trenches: Construction of RCC cable trenches with cable trays and covers for inverter and control
rooms, earthen excavated cable trench with alternate layers of sand and brick as per relevant IS from PV
arrays to inverter room to control room to switchyard shall be provided by the EPCs. However, during
detail engineering cable laying philosophy will be decided and EPCs shall have to follow respective
philosophy as per standard.
Module Mounting Structures (MMS): The EPCs shall design and construct appropriate civil foundations
for MMS. The array structure shall be so designed that it will occupy minimum space without sacrificing
the output from Solar PV panels at the same time it will withstand severe cyclonic storm with wind speed
as per IS 875 for calculations of Vz. EPCs shall take basic wind speed value for respective sites as per
following. Site wise wind speed to be mentioned here as per IS 875 Pile casting for testing shall be as per
IS before approval of drawing & design. Testing of pile by NABL accredited laboratory. It shall support
Solar PV modules at a given orientation, absorb and transfer the mechanical loads to the ground properly.
There shall be no requirement of welding or complex machinery at site and is strictly not allowed. Seismic
factors for the site to be considered while making the design of the foundation/ramming etc. or any
technology. The design of array structure shall be based on soil test report of the site and shall be approved
from NACOF.
Module Mounting Structures Design is to be certified by Chartered Structure Engineer and certificate to be
produced along with the design details for approval by NACOF. Civil foundation design for Module
Mounting Structures (MMS) as well as control room, inverters room shall be made in accordance with the
Indian Standard Codes and soil conditions, with the help of Chartered Structural Designer having
substantial experience in similar work.
The module mounting structure design shall generally follow the existing land profile. The top of the table
shall be in one plane.
In MMS analysis the column support shall be assumed at EGL/NGL.
In case of topographical variations more than 3o , the EPCs shall carry out detailed study of its effect on
array layout, shadow analysis and structural stability of MMS.
The structure shall be designed to allow easy replacement of any module and shall be in line with site
requirements.
The MMS stub/ column, rafter, purlin, ties and bracing members shall conform to following Indian
standards.
• IS: 2062 – Hot rolled Medium and High tensile structural steel
• IS: 811 – Cold formed light gauge structural steel sections
• IS: 1161 – Steel tubes for structural purposes
• IS: 4923 – Hollow steel sections for structural use
• Minimum grade of steel for sections conforming to IS: 811 & IS: 4923 shall be E350 conforming to IS:
2062 and YSt 310 conforming to IS: 1608 respectively.
The EPCs can also propose new light gauge structural steel or structural aluminium sections other than
specified in IS: 811 subject to approval of the Engineer. In this case the EPCs shall submit his proposal
stating the technical advantages of the proposed sections for Engineer’s review along with supporting
literature and sample design calculations conforming to present specifications at the time of bidding.
Aluminium-Zinc Alloy metallic coated steel strip or sheet of grade YS350 and minimum coating class
AZ200 conforming to IS 15961 : 2012 may also be used for fabrication of purlin sections. In such a case,
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all the sections of the base metal exposed after cutting of members and punching of holes shall be provided
with sprayed aluminium and zinc coating conforming to IS 5905.
The minimum thickness excluding anti corrosive treatment (BMT) of various elements of MMS structure
shall be as following:
• Stub/ column – 3.15mm,
• Rafter – 2.5mm &
• Purlin – Minimum thickness of the purlin section excluding anti corrosive treatment (BMT) shall be 1.5
mm.
Aluminium-zinc alloy metallic coated steel strip or sheet of grade YS350 and min. coating class AZ150
conforming to IS-15961:2012 may also be used for fabrication of purlin sections. In such a case, all the
sections of the base metal exposed after cutting of members and punching of holes shall be provided with
sprayed aluminium and zinc coating conforming to IS-5905.
• Other members – 2.0 mm
The MMS structure shall be hot dip galvanized with minimum GSM 610 kg/ sqm and/or minimum coating
thickness of 80 microns for protection against corrosion. Galvanization shall conform to IS-2629, 4759 &
4736 as applicable.
Sun Tracking system (optional): The Grid Interactive Ground Mounted Solar PV Power Generation Plant
are implemented under the “Mukhyamantri Saur Krishi Vahini Yojna (MSKVY)’ specifically to made
electricity available during day time for the Agricultural consumers. Trackers will help to to collect more
sun radiation by solar plants, resulting in higher and constant generation. Also, the energy generation will
begin early in the morning and continue until late in the evening, allowing farmers to have access to
electricity for longer periods of time and benefiting the government in achieving the MSKVY scheme.
Main Keywords
1) Made in India
2) Distributed Cable Drive Actuator
3) Self-Powered Controller and Wind Station.
4) Wireless communication for controller and wind station
5) Uniform Torque Tube section in the row.
Documents and Details Required
1. The single-axis tracking tender, EPCs confirmation letters and data shall be provided by the EPCss as
described below. Studies and reports to be covered in the confirmation letters from the manufacturer:
Stow Strategy Control System: The EPCs are responsible for the definition of a stow strategy which clearly
demonstrates the safe operation of the tracker during maximum wind speed events as defined in local code
or standard for wind loads. The following points should be included:
 Tracker inclination and orientation at stow position.

 Maximum wind speed as per IS 875-III:2015 basic wind speed map of India.
 If study from authentic reputed source shows that the wind speed at the proposed site location is
different than given in local code or standard for wind loading, such wind speed acceptable per
client/owner’s request such study and its approval to be provided by client/owner in written format
as deviation from local code /standard for wind loading.
 Preference will be given for submission of Coefficients for computing loads are derived from a
Boundary layer Wind tunnel study from a Wind tunnel facility of International repute.
 Static coefficients along with dynamic Amplification factors to be used to design the structure.
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 Aeroelastic instability analysis for the proposed tracker structure to show that the stow angle will
not result in aeroelastic instability. This has to be demonstrated by the supplier.
 Time period required to move the tracker from maximum tilted working position into stow position
considering aero elastic instability study output for the tracker structure. This has to be
demonstrated by the supplier.
Wind tunnel tests from a recognized wind expert institute to be shown / submitted (CPP Wind Engineering,
RWDI or an alternative experienced institute subject to approval by the client). Boundary Layer Wind
Tunnel tests should be used to be in supplement calculations using appropriate models of the structure.
Successful tracker dynamic analysis and tests based on the actual tracker configuration, stiffnesses and
geometry with investigations of vortex shedding and all possible aeroelastic instabilities.
Independent Engineers Bankability review report from reputable agencies like Black and Veatch, DNV or
alternative experienced agency to be shown / submitted.
Structure design review document from any IIT civil/structural certifying department.
General Tracker Specification:
1. Single Axis Tracker: Independent Row Tracker.

2. Tracking Angle: minimum-60/+60.
3. DC Self –powered drive system with battery backup.
4. Suitable material for corrosion category compliance as per Corrosion map of India, EN ISO 14713, EN
ISO 1461, EN ISO 12944-5 or ASTM 123.
5. Module Configuration: IP configuration.
6. Actuation: Electro-mechanical.
7. Design wind speed as per site condition, basic wind speed as per wind map of India from IS 875-III:
2015.
8. Stow configuration: optimal Angle, as per aero elastic instability analysis.
9. Operational temp: -10 to 55 degree Celsius.
10. Distributed drive with multi location torsion lock for each tracker table to enhance table structural
stability. Tracker supplier to submit calculations to substantiate this.
11. Cleaning mode in control system- Compliant with robotic module cleaning.
12. Uniform minimal gaps between modules in a single table.
13. Individual row-level bi-directional control with communication redundancy through mesh networked
controllers.
Other technical requirement:
Tracker Bushing:
1. It should be type tested for operation cycles which solar plant will go through in its life of 25 years.
2. Preference will be given to maintenance free and/or lubrication free bushings.
3. Bearing must be resistant to dust, water and any other external elements, test report to be submitted.
Control and Monitoring:

1. The tracker controller must have at least one tilt sensor per tracker table for measurement of tracker tilt
angle.
2. Each logical tracker block should have at least one wind station for measuring and monitoring the speed
of the wind. The wind speed data should be transmitted to the block wirelessly.
3. Tracker controller should have the Micro-controllers for controlling all the outputs of the sensors. Details
of Algorithm used to be submitted to client.
4. Battery backup should be provided for controller. Minimum 2 days of backup and self-powered, power
consumption less than 0.075% of generated power on per MWp basis (calculation to be submitted)
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Design Parameters and Design Loads: The structure shall be designed for loads and load combination as
per Indian Standards (latest revisions) 68
i. Dead load: Dead loads shall be self-weight of all the modules, members and fasteners.
ii. Wind Load: The wind load parameters shall be considered as per latest IS 875 (Part-3).
iii. Earthquake Load: The MMS structure shall be designed for Seismic forces. Seismic parameters Zone
& Importance Factor shall be based on latest BIS: 1893(Part-1).
iv. Vertical Deflection & Horizontal Sway Limits: The limiting permissible vertical and horizontal
deflection for structural steel members shall be as per latest IS 800: 2007.
Photovoltaic modules
In line with OM no 283/54/2018 GRID SOLAR-Part-I dtd 10.03.2021(Requirement for compulsory
registration), Order 2019, PV modules are to be sourced from ALMM Annexure - 1 of above OM and
amended from time to time.
The EPCs shall employ solar PV module of Crystalline-Si (Poly / Multi or Mono / Single) solar technology
only. The EPCs shall provide detail Technical Data Sheets, Certifications of Standard Testing Conditions
(STC: defined as Standard Testing Condition with air mass AM1.5, irradiance 1000W/m2, and cell
temperature 25°C) as per the latest edition of IEC 61215 and IEC 61730 and as tested by IEC / MNRE
recognized test laboratory.
The EPCs shall also specify the minimum guaranteed energy output of solar PV module as per the site
condition in the RFP.PV module must be registered with BIS.
i. The PV modules to be employed shall be of minimum 72 cell configuration with rated power of module
≥300 Wp as certified for solar PV module power performance test as prescribed by latest edition of IEC
61215 and IEC 61730 and as tested by IEC / MNRE recognized test laboratory. The maximum tolerance
in the rated power of solar PV module shall have maximum tolerance up to +3%. No negative tolerance in
the rated capacity of solar PV module is allowed.
ii. PV module must be registered with BIS.
iii. All modules shall be certified IEC 61215 2nd Edition (Design qualification and type approval for
Crystalline Si modules), IEC 61730 (PV module safety qualification testing @ 1000 V DC or higher). IEC
62804 Certified PV modules should be PID free, documents for the same should be submitted with
conditions of the PID test should be for a humidity of 85 % and a cell temperature of 850 C at 1000Volts ,
IEC 62716 , IEC 61701.
iv. The certified Bill of Material (BOM) to be used in the PV Modules should be the same as used during
the IEC certification of reference PV Module certified by renowned agency like TUV, UL, etc.
v. Minimum certified module efficiency shall be 15% for crystalline with minimum fill factor of 0.75.The
permissible maximum temperature coefficient of power (Pmpp) shall be -0.43%/ 0C or better.
vi. All photovoltaic modules should carry a performance warranty of >90% during the first 10 years, and
>80% during the next 15 years.
vii. Further, module shall have performance warranty during the first year of installation as under.
 Mono > 97%
 Poly > 97.5%
viii. The module mismatch losses for modules connected to an inverter should be less than 1%. (Maximum)
ix. SPV module shall have module safety class-II and should be highly reliable, light weight and must have
a service life of more than 25 years.
x. The PV modules shall be equipped with IP67 or higher protection level junction box with min. 3 by pass
diodes of appropriate rating and appropriately sized output power cable of symmetric length with twist
locking connectors.
xi. The SPV module shall be made up of high transmitivity glass (Not less than 3.2 mm) & front surface
shall give high encapsulation gain and the module shall consists of impact resistance, low iron and high
transmission toughened glass. The module frame shall be made of corrosion resistant material, which shall
be electrically compatible with the structural material used for mounting the modules.
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xii. The SPV modules shall have suitable encapsulation and sealing arrangements to protect the silicon cells
from environment. The encapsulation arrangement shall ensure complete moisture proofing for the entire
life of solar modules.
xiii. The module frame should have been made of Aluminium or corrosion resistant material, which shall
be electrolytically compatible with the structural material used for mounting the modules with sufficient
no. of grounding/installation.
xiv. All materials used for manufacturing solar PV module shall have a proven history of reliability and
stable operation in external applications. It shall perform in relevance as per IEC standards.
xv. Modules only with the same rating and manufacturer shall be connected to any single inverter. Modules
shall compulsorily bear following information in the form of ID encapsulated with solar cell in the manner
so as not to cast shadow on the active area and to be clearly visible from the top.
xvi. The EPCs shall provide to CEL in the Bid, power performance test data sheets of all modules. The
exact power of the module shall be indicated if the data sheet consists of a range of modules with varying
output power.
xvii. Only those crystalline modules (above 300Wp) of the same module manufacturer which has supplied
for a capacity more than 0.75MW x *awarded project capacity, in other projects in India with minimum 1
project size of 0.075MW x*awarded project capacity. On this account, the EPCs shall provide full
information, to the satisfaction of NACOF, before placing final order for the modules. The EPCs shall also
submit the proof of original purchase.
* This is to be noted that, cumulative capacity of awarded project shall be considered in case of single EPCs
are awarded project for more than one Site.
xviii. NACOF reserves the right to inspect the modules at the manufacturer’s site prior to dispatch.
xx. The EPCs would be required to maintain accessibility to the list of module IDs along with the above
parametric data for each module.
Table 1 Information to be displayed on solar PV module
Junction Box/ Combiner Box

i. The EPCs shall provide sufficient no. of Array Junction Boxes / PV combiner boxes / DCDBs.
ii. All switch boards shall be provided with adequately rated copper bus-bar, incoming control, outgoing
control etc. as a separate compartment inside the panel to meet the requirements of the Chief Electrical
Inspector of Government (CEIG). All live terminals and bus bars shall be shrouded. The outgoing terminals
shall be suitable for connection to suitable runs and size of cables required for the Inverter/Transformer
rating.
iii. The degree of protection for following equipment shall be:
 Indoor Junction box : IP 21
 Outdoor Junction Box: IP 65
iv. All junction/ combiner boxes including the module junction box, string junction box, array junction box
and main junction box should be equipped with appropriate functionality, safety (including fuses,
grounding, etc.), string monitoring capabilities, and protection.
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v. The terminals will be connected to copper bus-bar arrangement of proper sizes to be provided. The
junction boxes will have suitable cable entry points fitted with cable glands of appropriate sizes for both
incoming and outgoing cables. Suitable markings shall be provided on the bus-bars for easy identification
and cable ferrules will be fitted at the cable termination points for identification. Each Array Junction Box
shall have suitable Reverse Blocking Diodes / Fuses of maximum DC blocking voltage of 1000 V with
suitable arrangement for its connecting. The Array Junction Box shall also have suitable surge protection
device. In addition, over voltage protection shall be provided between positive and negative conductor and
earth ground such as Surge Protection Device (NACOF) or on-load DC dis-connectors with shoes. All
incoming & outgoing cables must be terminated with Brass Gland for Cu Cables & Steel Gland for Al
Cables. EPCs can also provide polyamide glands and MC4 connector. All Glands must be of Double
Compression type for Outdoor duty & Single Compression type for Indoor duty. The rating of the Junction
Boxes shall be suitable with adequate safety factor to inter connect the Solar PV array.
vi. The Junction Boxes shall have suitable arrangement for the followings
vii. Combine groups of modules into independent charging sub-arrays that will be wired into the controller.
viii. Provide arrangement for disconnection for each of the groups.
ix. Provide a test point for each sub-group for quick fault location.
x. To provide group array isolation
xi. The rating of the Junction Boxes shall be suitable with adequate safety factor to inter connect the Solar
PV array.
xii. The junction boxes shall be dust, vermin, and water proof and made of thermoplastic/ metallic in
compliance with IEC 62208, which should be sunlight/ UV resistive as well as fire retardant & must have
minimum protection to IP 65(Outdoor)/ IP 21(indoor) and Protection Class II or higher.
xiii. The terminals shall be connected to copper bus-bar arrangement of proper sizes. The junction boxes
shall have suitable cable entry points fitted with cable glands of appropriate sizes for both incoming and
outgoing cables.
xiv. The current carrying rating of the Junction Boxes shall be rated with standard safety factor to
interconnect the Solar PV array.
xv. Suitable markings shall be provided on the bus-bars for easy identification and cable ferrules will be
fitted at the cable termination points for identification.
xvi. Adequate capacity solar DC fuses & isolating miniature circuit breakers / MCCB should be provided
if required. Fuses for string and outgoing DC dis-connector for SMB are allowed. The Junction Box must
have space for the maintenance and 10% Spare Install Capacity for future integration.
xvii. Detailed junction box specifications and data sheet shall be provided in the Technical Bid document.
xviii. Other Sub systems and components used in the SPV power plants (Cables, connectors, Junction
Boxes, Surge Protection devices, etc.) must also confirm to the relevant international /national standards
for electrical safety besides that for quality required for ensuring expected service life and weather
resistance. It is recommended that the cables of 600-1800 Volts Dc for outdoor installations should comply
with the draft EN 50618 for service life expectancy of 25 years. Inverter and Power Conditioning Unit
(PCU)
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EPCs can consider Central or String Inverters
(A) Central Inverters

i. Only those PCUs/ Inverters which are commissioned for more than **0.75 MW1x awarded project
capacity, capacity in other solar PV projects till date shall be considered for this project. The EPCs has to
provide sufficient information to the satisfaction of NACOF before placing the final order for
PCUs/Inverters. Power Conditioning Unit (PCU) shall consist of an electronic inverter with latest
technology available in the market along with associated control, protection and data logging devices and
must be fully communicable to SCADA with OPEN Communication Protocol. If any software required for
the communication & SCADA, the same to be made available within the EPC package.
ii. All PCUs should consist of associated control, protection and data logging devices and remote
monitoring hardware, software for string level monitoring.
iii. Dimension and weight of the PCU shall be indicated by the EPCs in the Bid.
iv. Capacity of single unit of inverter shall be min. 1,000 kW. This plant shall be divided into 40-50 identical
Solar PV arrays “sections”, wherein the capacity of each section varies depending upon supplier’s product
capacity.
v. No. of inverters to be supplied shall be worked out by the EPCs based on DC rating of inverter, Pnom
ratio, limit on overloading capacity.
vi. The EPCs shall guarantee average annual power loss due to non-threshold condition to be less than 0.1%
and shall support the claim with necessary document / data / graphs in the Bid.
**This is to be noted that 0.75 MW x awarded project capacities for the Inverter manufacturer to test their
strength and capability for supplying for this Project. Also, cumulative capacity of awarded project shall be
considered in case of single EPCs awarded project for more than one site.
vii. DC Injection into the grid: This shall be avoided by using a step-up transformer at the output of the
inverter. DC injection shall be limited to 1% of the rated current of the inverter as per IEC 61727.
viii. Inverters shall be capable of operating at varying power factor preferably between 0.85 lag to 0.85 lead
and shall be able to inject or absorb reactive power.
ix. Inverters shall operate at ambient temperature of 50°C without deration.
x. The up-time of Inverters should be of 99% in a year, in case of failing to achieve this due to failure of
any component of inverter the EPCs shall either replace the inverter or the component at his own cost.
xi. All inverters shall be tested for IEEE 519 &IEC 62116 standard.
xii. DC input terminals must be in enough numbers so as each terminal is connected to dedicated single
input. Two DC inputs cannot be connected on the single input DC terminal of the inverter. If adequate
number of input are not available in the selected inverter by the EPCs then a DC junction box with
protection devices such as fuse, DC disconnects may be incorporated in to design.
xiii. The minimum European efficiency of the inverter shall not be less than 98% measured at 100% load
as per IEC 61683 standards for measuring efficiency. The EPCs shall specify the conversion efficiency at
different loads i.e. 25%, 50%, 75% and 100% in the Design document.
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xiv. The PCU shall be tropicalized and design shall be compatible with conditions prevailing at site.
Provision of exhaust fan with proper ducting for cooling of PCU’s should be incorporated in the PCU’s,
keeping in mind the extreme climatic condition of the site.
xv. The inverters shall have Protection Class II or higher and minimum protection of IP as under:
Outdoor : IP 65(Electronics )/ IP 54 (Magnetic)
Indoor : IP 21
xvi. Nuts & bolts and the PCU enclosure shall have to be adequately protected taking into consideration
the atmosphere and weather prevailing in the area.
xvii. (Grid Connectivity) Relevant CERC/MERC regulations and grid code as amended and revised from
time to time shall be complied. The system shall incorporate a uni-directional inverter and should be
designed to supply the AC power to the grid at load end. The power-conditioning unit shall adjust the
voltage & frequency levels to suit the Grid.
xviii. All three phases shall be supervised with respect to rise/fall in programmable threshold values of
frequency.
xix. The inverter output shall always follow the grid in terms of voltage and frequency. This shall be
achieved by sensing the grid voltage and phase and feeding this information to the feedback loop of the
inverter. Thus control variable then controls the output voltage and frequency of the inverter, so that inverter
is always synchronized with the grid. The inverter shall be self-commutated with Pulse width modulation
technology.
xx. This should be capable to synchronize maximum within 1 Minutes.
xxi. The PCU shall be capable of controlling power factor dynamically.
xxii. Maximum power point tracker (MPPT) shall be integrated in the power conditioner unit to maximize
energy drawn from the Solar PV array. The MPPT should be microprocessor based to minimize power
losses. The details of working mechanism and make of MPPT shall be mentioned by the EPCS in design
document. The MPPT must have provision for constant voltage operation. The MPPT unit shall confirm to
IEC 62093 or EN50330 for design qualification.
xxiii. The system shall automatically “wake up” in the morning and begin to export power provided there
is sufficient solar energy and the grid voltage and frequency is in range.
xxiv. Sleep Mode: Automatic sleep mode shall be provided so that unnecessary losses are minimized at
night. The power conditioner must also automatically re-enter standby mode when threshold of standby
mode reached.
xxv. Stand – By Mode: The control system shall continuously monitor the output of the solar power plant
until pre-set value is exceeded & that value to be indicated.
xxvi. Basic System Operation (Full Auto Mode): The control system shall continuously monitor the output
of the solar power plant until pre-set value is exceeded & that value to be indicated.
xxvii. The PCU shall include appropriate self-protective and self-diagnostic feature to protect itself and the
PV array from damage in the event of PCU component failure or from parameters beyond the PCU’s safe
operating range due to internal or external causes. The self-protective features shall not allow signals from
the PCU front panel to cause the PCU to be operated in a manner which may be unsafe or damaging. Faults
due to malfunctioning within the PCU, including commutation failure, shall be cleared by the PCU
protective devices. In addition, it shall have following minimum protection against various possible faults
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a. Earth Leakage Faults: The PCU shall have the required protection arrangements against earth leakage
faults and –ve DC directional protection.
b. Over Voltage & Current: In addition, over voltage protection shall be provided between positive and
negative conductor and earth ground such as Surge Protection Devices (NACOF).
c. PCU shall have arrangement for adjusting DC input current and should trip against sustainable fault
downstream and shall not start till the fault is rectified.
d. Galvanic Isolation: The PCU inverter shall have provision for galvanic isolation. Each solid state
electronic device shall have to be protected to ensure long life of the inverter as well as smooth functioning
of the inverter.
e. Anti-islanding (Protection against Islanding of grid): The PCU shall have anti islanding protection. (IEEE
1547/UL 1741/ equivalent BIS standard).
f. Unequal Phases: The system shall tend to balance unequal phase voltage.
g. Heat Transfer / Cooling / Built in Ventilation Systems must be provided with 20% Spare capacity. EPCss
to Submit Heat Rejection / Transfer calculation for Air Conditioning of Inverter Room.
h. Inverter must be provided with –ve earthing for protection of PV modules against possible “Potential
Induced Degradation”.
xxviii. Reactive Power: The output power factor of the PCU should be of suitable range to supply or sink
reactive power. The PCU shall have internal protection arrangement against any sustained fault in the feeder
line and against lightning in the feeder line.
xxix. Isolation: The PCU shall have provision for input & output isolation. Each solid-state electronic
device shall have to be protected to ensure long life as well as smooth functioning of the PCU.
xxx. All inverters/ PCUs shall be three phase using static solid state components. DC lines shall have
suitably rated isolators to allow safe start up and shut down of the system. Circuit breakers used in the DC
lines must be rated suitably.
a. Sinusoidal current modulation with excellent dynamic response.
b. Compact and weather proof housing.
c. Direct use in the outdoors with outdoor housing.
d. Comprehensive network management functions (including the LVRT and capability to inject reactive
power to the grid).
e. No load loss < 1% of rated power and maximum loss in sleep mode shall be less than 0.05%.
f. Unit wise & integrated Data logging
a. EPCs shall consider as per standard design of vendor for Ethernet networking.
b. PCU shall have protection against over current, sync loss, over temperature, DC bus over voltage,
cooling fan failure (if provided), short circuit, lightening, earth fault, surge voltage induced at
output due to external source, power regulation in the event of thermal overloading,
xxxi. It shall have bus communication via interface for integration, remote control via telephone model or
mini web server, integrated protection in the DC and three phase system, insulation monitoring of PV array
with sequential fault location. Alternatively, the same can be provided through SCADA.
xxxii. Ground fault detector which is essential for large PV generators in view of appreciable discharge
current with respect to ground.
xxxiii. The power conditioner must be entirely self-managing and stable in operation. A self-diagnostic
system check should occur on start up. Functions should include a test of key parameters on start up.
xxxiv. Over voltage protection against atmospheric lightning discharge to the PV array is required.
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xxxv. The power conditioner must be entirely self-managing and stable in operation. A self-diagnostic
system check should occur on start up. Functions should include a test of key parameters on start up.
xxxvi. Standards and Compliances: The EPCs also has to confirm the PCU specifications in the Bid.
Table 2. Detailed Specifications of PCU
a. PCU shall confirm to IEC 60068-2 standards for Environmental Testing.

b. All inverters shall be IEC 61000 compliant for electromagnetic compatibility, harmonics, etc.
c. All inverters shall be safety rated as per IEC 62109 (1 &2), EN 50178 or equivalent DIN or UL standard.
d. Each PCU shall be compliant with IEEE standard 929 – 200 or equivalent.
The EPCs should select the inverter (Central / String) as per its own system design so as to optimize the
power output.
xxxvii Display
a. The PCU shall have local LCD (Liquid crystal display) and keypad for system control, monitoring
instantaneous system data, event logs, data logs and changing set points. Control and read-out should be
provided on an indicating panel integral to the Inverter. Display should be simple and self-explanatory.
Display to show all the relevant parameter relating to PCU operational data and fault condition in form of
front panel meters/ LEDs or two line LCD Display.
b. PCU front panel shall be provided with display (LCD or equivalent) to monitor the following
 Instantaneous DC power input
 DC input voltage
 DC Current
 Instantaneous active AC power output
 Instantaneous reactive AC power output
 AC voltage ( all the 3 phases and line)
 AC current ( all the 3 phases and line)
 Power Factor
 kWh Produced during entire day
 Total kWh produced during its life time
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 Thermal loading (percentage) PCU must be provided with display and also the same has to be made
available at the SCADA monitoring & controlling desk installed in Main Control Room through Universal
Open Protocol of Communication.
xxxviii Documentary Requirements & Inspection.

a. The bill of materials associated with PCUs should be clearly indicated while delivering the equipment.
b. The EPCs shall provide to CEL data sheet containing detailed technical specifications of all the inverters
and PCUs. Operation & Maintenance manual should be furnished by the EPCs before dispatch of PCUs.
Note: The NACOF or its authorized representative reserves the right to inspect the PCUs/ Inverters at the
manufacturer’s site prior to dispatch.
(B) String Inverters
Technical specifications for string Inverter
(1) Codes and Standards: The PCU shall conform to all applicable IEC standards. Where an applicable IEC
standard is not available, IS/ any applicable international standard shall be referred to as best practice.
(2) GENERAL REQUIREMENTS OF PCU
 The minimum euro efficiency of the PCU as per IEC 61683 shall be 97%. The EPCs shall specify the
conversion efficiency at following load conditions i.e. 25%, 50%, 75% and 100% during detail engineering,
which shall be confirmed by type test reports.
 The PCU shall remain connected to the grid as per Central Electricity Authority Technical (standards for
connectivity to the grid) regulation 2007 with all latest amendments and its components shall be designed
accordingly.
 In case auxiliary supply of PCU is met internally, then it should have sufficient power backup to meet the
LVRT requirement. EPCs needs to submit the detail auxiliary supply arrangement for PCU during detail
engineering stage.
 The PCU shall be capable of operating in the frequency range of 47.5 Hz to 52 Hz and shall be able to
deliver rated output in the frequency range of 49.5 Hz to 50.5 Hz.
 The monitoring/measurement of DC inputs and AC output shall be done using transducers/instruments
having sensor accuracy of 0.5 class or better.
 Internal Surge Protection Device (NACOF) shall be provided in the PCU on DC and AC side. It shall
consist of Metal Oxide Variaster (MOV) type arrestors. The discharge capability of the NACOF shall be at
least 12.5kA at 8/20 micro second wave as per IEC 61643-12.
 The PCU shall be capable of supplying reactive power as per grid requirement (manual intervention
through SCADA) during solar generation hours. However, reactive power support, below 0.95 power
factor, might be as the behest of active power.
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 The PCU shall have protection against any sustained fault in the feeder line and against lightning
discharge in the feeder line.
 The EPCs shall ensure by carrying out all necessary studies that the PCU will not excite any resonant
conditions in the system that may result in the islanded operation of PV plant and loss of generation. In
case there is excitation of any resonant condition in the system during PV plant operation that may result
in the islanding/tripping of the PV plant and affect the power transfer, it shall be the responsibility of EPCs
to rectify the design and carryout required modification in the equipment of his supply.
 The PCU must be self-managing and stable in operation.
 In case of grid failure, the PCU shall be re-synchronized with grid after revival of power supply. EPCs to
furnish the time taken by PCU to be re-synchronized after restoration of grid supply during detailed
engineering.
 The PCU shall include appropriate self-protective and self-diagnostic feature to protect itself and the PV
array from damage in the event of PCU component failure or from parameters beyond the PCU’s safe
operating range due to internal or external causes. The self-protective features shall not allow signals from
the PCU front panel to cause the PCU to be operated in a manner which may be unsafe or damaging. Faults
due to malfunctioning within the PCU, including commutation failure, shall be cleared by the PCU
protective devices.
 PCU shall have active power limit control, reactive power and power factor control feature. Plant operator
shall be able to provide (manual intervention) Active power, reactive power and power factor control/limit
set point through SCADA HMI and local control display unit (or Laptop computer). PCU shall be provided
with remote start and stop facility from SCADA HMI. All required hardware and software required for this
purpose shall be provided by EPCs.
 PCU shall have necessary limiters in build in the controller so as to ensure safe operation of the PCU
within the designed operational parameters.
 PCU shall have thermal overloading protection to prevent failure of switching devices (i.e. IGBT) and
other components of Inverter. PCU controller shall automatically regulate/limit the power output in order
to reduce the PCU cabinet and switching devices temperature. EPCs to submit the PCU power vs ambient
temperature curve during details engineering stage. PCU shall be able to provide inverter inside cabinet and
IGBT's (switching device) temperature (in soft analog value) to SCADA system for remote monitoring,
storing and report generation purpose.
 PCU shall have the following feature,
a) AC & DC overcurrent protection.
b) Synchronization loss protection.
c) Over temperature protection.
d) DC & AC under and over voltage protection.
e) Under & over frequency protection.
f) Cooling system failure protection
g) PV array ground fault monitoring & detection
h) PV array insulation monitoring
i) LVRT
j) Anti-islanding protection
k) Grid monitoring
 One number of laptop PC shall be supplied for PCU configuration and troubleshooting purpose. Laptop
shall be supplied with complete set of hardware & software accessories. Laptop detailed configuration must
ensure suitability for the required applications. Supplied Laptop shall be protected with the latest anti-virus
software and shall be provided 3 Years onsite warranty including its battery. At least two sets of
communication cable for Laptop to PCU communication shall be provided.
 PCU shall be provided with Mobile user interface facility for monitoring of inverter by plant O&M
personal for better O&M and highest yield from PV plant. In case PCU does not have this facility, then
EPCs can provide the same facility through plant SCADA system.
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 PCU shall have AC and DC side monitoring capability and reporting to SCADA system (measured analog
and digital value measured within PCU). Any special software if required for this purposes shall be provided
for local and remote monitoring and report generation.
 DC Overloading: Maximum PCU DC overloading shall be limited to its design PV Array power to PCU
nominal AC power ratio. EPCs needs to submit all the relevant technical documents/test report from PCU
manufacturer (OEM) during detailed engineering stage in support of declared PCU design DC overloading
capacity.
(3) EARTHING OF INVERTERS:-

The PCU shall be earthed as per manufacturer recommendation. During detail engineering the EPCs needs
to submit the details earthing arrangement of PCU and system earth pit requirement during detail
engineering stage. The detail specification for panel earthing for safety has been mentioned elsewhere in
this specification.
(4) OPERATING MODES OF PCU
a) Low Power Mode: - The PCU shall be able to wake-up automatically when PV array open circuit voltage
value is equal/more than preset value in the PCU program. Once it starts generation the PCU shall
automatically enter maximum power mode.
b) Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT):- In order to maximized the energy collection from solar PV
array, the PCU shall have inbuilt maximum power point tracker (MPPT) controller and MPPT shall be able
operate the PV array at its maximum power point by adjusting output voltage of PV array system according
to atmospheric condition. PCU MPPT controller shall ensure that it operates the PV array system at its
global maximum power point and it shall not trap into PV array local maximum power point during cloudy
atmospheric condition. The PCU shall operate within its MPPT operating input DC voltage range (window).
The PCU MPPT operating DC voltage range shall be large enough so that it shall be able to satisfactorily
operate the PV modules exposed to the maximum ambient temperature of 500C or any other condition. In
case the solar PV array operating maximum power point voltage fall below (or above) the PCU MPPT
operating voltage range, then the PCU controller shall automatically adjust the PCU input voltage so that
PCU shall not enter into sleep mode. If the PV array output power fall below the PCU minimum preset
power value then PCU shall automatically switched to sleep mode. In case, PV modules connected to
Inverter are in Flickering shading zone of Wind turbines, Suitable MPPT algorithm shall be adopted for
those Inverters to optimize Energy Yield.
c) Sleep Mode: -PCU shall automatically go into sleep mode when the output voltage of PV array and/or
output power of the inverter falls below a specified limit. During sleep mode the inverter shall disconnect
from grid. Inverter shall continuously monitor the output of the PV array and automatically start when the
DC voltage rises above a pre-defined level. During evening and night (non-solar generation hours) the PCU
shall be in sleep mode in order to minimize the internal power loss. Maximum loss in sleep mode shall be
less than 0.05% of PCU rated power.
d) Standby Mode: - In standby mode the PCU DC & AC contactor are open, inverter is powered on
condition and waiting for start command.
(5) PCU shall meet the following technical parameter
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(6) Inverter Details
 The string inverter enclosure protection class shall be IP 65 or better protection.

 The string inverter should be placed inside a canopy shed with at least 15 cm in all direction, if installed
in open. Alternatively, the EPCs can also install the inverter on the column post of the module mounting
structure, below the modules. In such case, the canopy is not required and the column and foundation shall
be designed accordingly.
 String inverter shall have suitable communication port (RS485/TCP-IP/PLC) for SCADA integration. All
necessary hardware, software and accessories used for communication with SCADA (including Data logger
if supplied) at both the ends shall be provided by the EPCs.
 String inverter shall have string monitoring capability and reporting to SCADA system. Any special
software if required for this purposes shall be provided for remote monitoring and report generation.
 Anti-PID device along with all hardware and communication cable/device shall be provided in case
negative grounding of PV string provision is not available in string inverter. Data logger used in Anti-PID
device shall be integrated with SCADA system.
 DC fuse requirement for PV string at string inverter end shall be as per string manufacturer/system
requirement and same shall be finalized during detail engineering stage.
 Provision for AC electrical isolation device (such as MCB/MCCB/Isolator) inside string shall be as per
string inverter manufacturer practice.
 Local Display unit for viewing important parameters, configuration and troubleshooting purpose shall be
provided as per string inverter manufacture practice.
(7) TYPE TESTING
During detailed engineering, the EPCs shall submit all the type test reports including temperature rise test
and surge withstand test carried out within last ten years from the date of techno-commercial bid opening
for Owner's approval. These reports should be for the test conducted on the equipment similar to those
proposed to be supplied under this contract and the test(s) should have been either conducted at an
independent laboratory or should have been witnessed by a client.
However if the EPCs is not able to submit report of the type test(s) conducted within last ten years from the
date of techno-commercial bid opening, or in the case of type test report(s) are not found to be meeting the
specification requirements, the EPCs shall conduct all such tests under this contract at no additional cost to
the owner either at third party lab or in presence of client/owners representative and submit the reports for
approval.
Cables and Wires
i. All cables and connectors for use for installation of solar field must be of solar grade which can withstand
harsh environment conditions for 25 years and voltages as per latest IEC standards. (Note: IEC standards
for DC cables for PV systems is under development, the cables of 600- 1800 volts DC for outdoor
installations should comply with the draft EN 50618 for service life expectancy of 25 years). Copper cable
as per EN50618 shall be used to connect module to module & module to SCB. DC Cable from SCB to
Inverter shall be as per IS 7098.
ii. Wires with sufficient ampacity and parameters shall be designed and used so that average voltage-drop
at full power from the PV modules to inverter should be 2% (including diode voltage drop). PV Modules
should be connected with USE-2/RHW-2 cables array to junction box conductors and junction box to
photovoltaic disconnector with the THHN/THWN-2 sunlight resistant with 90ºC wet rated insulation cable.
Due consideration shall be made for the de-rating of the cables with respect to the laying pattern in buried
trenches / on cable trays, while sizing the cables. The EPCs shall provide voltage drop calculations in excel
sheet during detail engineering. Cable used from PV Module to SCB as per EN 50618 & for SCB to Inverter
shall be IS 7098 ( part -2). EPCs shall also allow following EN 50618, IEC 60228 and IS7098 (Part-2).
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iii. All cables shall be supplied in the single largest length to restrict the straight-through joints to the
minimum number. Only terminal cable joints shall be accepted. No cable joint to join two cable ends shall
be accepted. All wires used on the LT side shall conform to IS and should be of appropriate voltage grade.
Copper conductor wires of reputed make shall be used. Armoured Aluminium cable connecting SMB and
Inverter and also for LT applications are allowed.
iv. All wires used for connecting the modules and array should conform to the NEC standards. Modules
should be connected with USE-2/RHW-2 cables array to junction box conductors and junction box to
photovoltaic dis-connector with the THHN/THWN-2 sunlight resistant with 90ºC wet rated insulation
cable.
v. All high voltage cables connecting the main junction box/string inverters to the transformers should be
PVC insulated grade conforming to IS 1554 and cables shall also conform to IEC 60189 for test and
measuring the methods.
vi. Irrespective of utilization voltage and current rating all type of power cables shall be minimum of 1100
V grade PVC insulated conforming to IS 1554 / IS 694 for working voltage less than 150 V control cable
shall be of minimum 500 V grade, the control and power cable shall have to be laid separately. All LT
XLPE cables shall confirm to IS: 7098 Part I & II. All HT XLPE Cables (up to 33kV) Shall confirm IS:
7098 PART-2 & IEC -60287, IEC-60332 and the EPCs to submit technical data sheet, Voltage drop
calculation, Power Loss Calculation and type test report for the approval of client / consultants. LV cables
with voltage grade less than or equal to 1.1KV shall be as per IS 7098 part - 1, MV cables with voltage
grade ranging from 1.1KV to 33KV shall be as per IS 7098 part - 2, HV cables with voltage grade greater
than 33KV shall be as per IS 7098 part – 3.
vii. The cables shall be adequately insulated for the voltage required and shall be suitably colour coded for
the required service. Bending radius for cables shall be as per manufacturer's recommendations and IS:
1255.
viii. EPCs shall also allowed for cable testing and measurement as per IS 7098 (Pt-2) 2011, IS 8130 (2013)
and IS 3975 (1999).
Table 3 Relevant Codes & Standards for Cable
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Technical Specification for LT XLPE Cable
General Constructional Features: The medium voltage cables shall be supplied, laid, connected, tested and
commissioned in accordance with the drawings, specifications, relevant Indian Standards specifications,
manufacturer’s instructions. The cables shall be delivered at site in original drums with manufacturer’s
name, size, and type, clearly written on the drums.
A. Material: Medium voltage cable shall be XLPE insulated. PVC sheathed, aluminium or copper
conductor, armoured conforming to IS: 7098 Part I.
B. Type: The cables shall be circular, multi core, annealed copper or aluminium conductor, XLPE insulated
and PVC sheathed, armoured.
C. Conductor: Uncoated, annealed copper, of high conductivity up to 4 mm² size, the conductor shall be
solid and above 4 mm², conductors shall be concentrically stranded as per IEC:228.
D. Insulation: XLPE rated 70° c. extruded insulation.
E. Core Identification: Two core : Red and Black Three core : Red, Yellow and Blue Four core : Red,
Yellow, Blue and Black Single core : Green cable with Yellow strips for earthing Black shall always be
used for neutral.
F. Assembly: Two, three or four insulated conductors shall be laid up, filled with non-hygroscopic material
and covered with an additional layer of thermoplastic material.
G. Armour: Galvanised steel flat strip / round wires applied helically in single layers complete with covering
the assembly of cores.
 For cable size upto 25 Sq. mm. : Armour of 1.4 mm dia G.I. round wire
 For cable size above 25 Sq. mm. Armour of 4 mm wide 0.8 mm thick G.I strip
H. Sheath: The cable shall be rated extruded for XLPE 90 deg.C. Inner sheath shall be extruded type and
shall be compatible with the insulation provided for the cables. Outer sheath shall be of an extruded type
layer of suitable PVC material compatible with the specified ambient temp 50 deg. C and operating
temperature of cables. The sheath shall be resistant to water, ultraviolet radiation, fungus, termite and rodent
attacks. The colour of outer sheath shall be black. Sequential length marking required at every 1.0 meter
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interval on outer sheath shall be available. The EPCs has to furnish resistance / reactance / capacitances of
the cable in the technical datasheet.
I. Rating: Rating shall be as per IS 7098 (part-II).
Technical Specification for HT XLPE Cable
General Constructional Features:
A. Conductors: The conductor shall be of circular stranded Aluminium confirming to IS: 8130 & IEC: 228.
It shall be clean, reasonably uniform in size & shape smooth & free from harmful defects. Any other form
of conductor may also be accepted if in line with modern trends.
B. Semi-Conductor Barrier Tape/Tapes: The semi-conducting barrier tape/tapes shall be provided over the
conductors.
C. Conductor Screen: The conductor screen shall consist of an extruded layer of thermosetting semi-
conducting compound which shall be extruded simultaneously with the core insulation.
D. Insulation: The insulation shall be super clean XLPE compound applied by extrusion and vulcanized to
form a compact homogenous body.
E. Insulation Screen:
a. Each insulation have an insulation screen in two parts consisting of:
b. A water barrier tape/Non-metallic semi-conducting swellable tape part and a metallic screen part.
c. The non-metallic part shall be directly applied upon the insulation of each core and may consist of an
impregnated but nylon/PVC tape or a similar approved material or, an extruded semi-conducting material
extruded simultaneously with the conductor screen and insulation (triple extrusion).
d. The semi-conductor shall be readily strippable and must not be bonded in such a manner that it has to be
shaved or scraped to remove.
e. The metallic part shall consist of a copper tape helical applied with a 30% overlap over the water barrier
tape/blocking tape. A binder tape of copper shall be applied over the copper wire metallic screen.
F. Laying Up:
a. The cores shall be identified on the non-metallic part of the insulation screen by legible printing on the
length of each conductor or, by the inclusion of a marker tape.
b. The cores shall be laid up with a right hand direction of lay.
c. Binder tape/Moisture barrier: During layup, a suitable open spiral binder may be applied, at the
manufacturer's discretion, before the application of an extruded inner covering.
G. Fillers: Fillers shall be polypropylene.
H. Inner Covering/Sheath: he inner covering shall be extruded over the laid up cores to form compact and
circular bedding for the metallic layer.
I. Metallic Layer: The metallic layer shall be galvanised steel wire.
J. Outer Sheath: The tough outer sheath, black coloured best resisting PVC polyethylene compound type
ST-2 as per IS: 5831 for the operating temperature of the cable shall be provided over the armour as
specified in relevant standards by extrusion process.
K. Cable Marking:
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a. Embossing on outer sheath: The following particulars shall be properly legible embossed on the cable
sheath at the intervals of not exceeding one meter throughout the length of the cable. The cables with poor
and illegible embossing shall be liable for rejection.
 CEL’s Customer SPVPP (or as instructed by customer) – EPCs must ask these details from CEL before
procuring
 Voltage grade
 Year of manufacture
 Manufactures name
 Successive Length
 Size of cable
 ISI mark
i. Packing and marking shall be as per clause No. 18 of IS 7098 (part I)/1988 amended up to date.
ii. Cables inside the control room and in the switchyard shall be laid in Galvanized Cable Trays mounted
on mild steel supports duly painted, in constructed trenches with RCC raft and brick sidewalls and provided
with removable RCC covers.
iii. Cable terminations shall be made with suitable cable lugs & sockets etc, crimped properly and passed
through brass compression type cable glands at the entry & exit point of the cubicles.
iv. All cable/wires shall be provided with Punched Aluminium tags only. The marking on tags shall be done
with good quality letter and number ferrules of proper sizes so that the cables can be identified easily.
v. The wiring for modules interconnection shall be in the GI pipe /HD Pipe of approved make.
vi. Data sheets of individual cable sizes (HT & LT) shall be submitted for approval by the Company. Drum
numbers and drum length details shall be submitted with each consignment.
vii. Cable end terminations and joint kits shall comply with the latest version of the relevant IS standard.
viii. The cable ends shall be terminated with adequate size copper lugs and sockets etc, single/double
compression cable glands. Cable glands shall be of robust construction capable of clamping cable and cable
armor (for armored cables) firmly without injury to insulation. The metallic glands shall be earthed at two
locations. Suitable lock type crimping lugs shall be used for cable end terminations. Where cables are
raising from ground, suitable PVC pipe guarding shall be provided for cable raising with sealing of the
guarding PVC pipe including a suitable clamp.
ix. HT cable termination kits and straight through joints shall be selected as per the cable specifications.
Installation shall be as per the instructions given in the manufacturer’s manual. Heat shrinkable type kits
only shall be used for HT and LT cables.
x. Data sheets of the joints and kits shall be submitted for approval by EPCs. Clamps and Connectors
i. The bus-support clamps, spacers, T-connectors and various equipment connectors shall be supplied as
per the enclosed drawings. The material to be used for these items shall be generally as per the below
mentioned table against point (iii).
ii. The materials shall be of the best workmanship, and all the sharp edges and corners shall be rounded off.
The thickness of tinning, wherever applicable, shall be not less than 10 microns. The minimum thickness
of pads made of copper shall be 10 mm and those made out of Aluminium/Aluminium Alloy, shall be 12
mm, unless otherwise indicated in the specifications.
iii. All the clamps and connectors shall be designed to carry a continuous current not less than 125% of the
rated current of the conductor (twin/single as the case may be)/equipment terminal to which these are to be
connected. Temperature rise of the connector under the above condition shall not be more than 50% of the
temperature of the main conductor/equipment terminal.
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Table 4 - Clamps & Connectors
iv. All the fasteners (i.e. nut-bolts, washers, check-nuts, etc.) used in the clamps and connectors shall be of
non-magnetic stainless steel. The straight bolts shall be fully threaded, and the U-bolts shall be threaded up
to 30 mm from the ends. For connectors made out of Aluminium/Aluminium Alloy, the bolts shall be of 12
mm diameter, and for copper connectors the bolts shall be of 10 mm diameter.
v. The clamps and connectors meant for ACSR and AAAC shall have the same crimping dimensions. It
shall be possible to use the same clamp/connector for ACSR or AAAC, as would be required, without any
modification/change at site.
vi. The length of bolt shall be chosen such that after fully tightening the nut and check- nut, minimum 5
(five) threads of the bolt shall project outside the nut/check-nut.
vii. As an alternative to the various types of clamps and connectors detailed under 2.0 above, the EPCs may
offer connectors of Power Fired Wedge Pressure Technology (PFWPT). However, the same needs to be
specified in the Bid.
viii. Connectors of PFWPT type shall meet the general requirements for various connections/joints as
indicated in the relevant drawings.
ix. PFWPT type connectors shall comprise of:
a. Tapered `C' - shaped spring member
b. Wedge for connecting solid/stranded conductor along with handle, suitable for connection between:
 Aluminium & Aluminium

 Copper & Copper
 Aluminium & Copper
 Aluminium & Al. Alloy
 Copper & Al. Alloy
 Al. Alloy & Al. Alloy
i. Components of the PFWPT type connectors shall be made of Aluminium Alloy suitably heat-treated to
ensure that the required Mechanical & Electrical parameters are in line with ANS 1 specification no. C
119.4-1991. The connectors shall have`self-cleaning' capability during application. The connector shall
ensure stable and low contact resistance under varying load conditions and the thermal cycling effects.
ii. The special tools and tackles required for installation of the PFWPT type connectors shall be identified
in the offer. One set of these bolts and tackles shall be included in the scope of supply.
iii. The EPCs shall furnish the following information in their bill of material:
a. Availability of the PGWT connectors indigenously.
b. Unit rate of each item
c. Not-withstanding anything stated above, the final decision regarding acceptance of the type of clamps
and connectors (conventional/PFWPT type) shall rest with EPCs
Structural Steel Work
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i. The structural steelwork required for termination incoming 11KV / 22KV line/ Cable, equipment
supports, lighting masts and for shielding towers together with all foundation bolts shall be included by the
EPCs in its scope of work. The steel work shall be fabricated from galvanized structural sections. The height
of structures for incoming line shall be as per the design developed by the EPCs and drawings submitted.
ii. The incoming line gantry shall be designed on the basis of ACSR conductor/Cable considered in the
design and also considering that MSEDCL terminal tower will be located at a distance of not more than
100 meters from the incoming gantry at SPV power station switchyard. The EPCs shall take into account
wind load, temperature variation etc. while designing the gantry structure. The column shall be provided
with step bolts and anti-climbing devices.
iii. The entire structural steel work shall conform to IS: 802. The EPCs shall furnish design calculations for
approval by EPCs before procuring the material.
iv. The design of the switchyard towers, gantries and equipment structures shall also be designed in
conformity with the standards followed by the Company. Approval from the Company also shall be
obtained by the EPCs if required.
Hardware
i. Metal fittings of specified material for string hardware meant for power conductor and earth wire shall
have excellent mechanical properties such as strength, toughness and high corrosion resistance. The
suspension and tension clamps shall be made from aluminium alloy having high mechanical strength.
Suspension and tension clamps offered shall be suitable for ACSR / AAAC conductor as per design.
ii. All hooks, eyes, pins, bolts, suspension clamps and other fittings for attaching insulators to the tower or
to the power conductor shall be so designed as to reduce (to a minimum) the damage to the conductor,
insulator or the fitting arising from conductor vibration.
iii. All drop-forged parts shall be free-from flaws, cracks, or other defects and shall be smooth, close-
grained and of true forms and dimensions. All machined surfaces shall be true, smooth and well-finished.
The thickness of all structural steel of Switchyard shall be minimum 80 microns measured at all points of
the structure member when measured. No averaging is allowed. The gap between base plate of structural
members and concrete top of foundation shall be filled with GP-2 grouting material of reputed make. The
material of all J-bolts shall be of 8.8 Class.
iv. All ferrous parts of hardware shall be galvanized in accordance with IS 2629. The galvanization shall
withstand four dips of 1-minute duration each in copper-sulphate solution as per the test procedure laid
down in the relevant ISS.
v. The threads in nuts and tapped holes shall be cut after galvanizing, and shall be well-lubricated/greased.
All other threads shall be cut before galvanizing.
vi. Both the suspension and the tension hardware shall be of ball and socket type, and shall be with `R' and
`W' type security clip of stainless steel or phosphor Bronze conforming to IS 2486. The tension clamps of
both compression type and bolted type as shown in the relevant drawings shall be offered. Arcing horns
shall be provided on the line side for both the suspension type and compression type hardware. a. Danger
Plates
vii. Size of each Danger Notice plates shall be 200 mm x 150 mm made of mild steel sheet and at least 2
mm thick, and vitreous enameled white on both sides and with inscription in signal red colours on front
side as required. The inscriptions shall be in Gujarati and English.
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ix. The installation shall meet all applicable statutory requirements, safety regulations in terms of fire
protection
x. Liquefied CO2 fire extinguisher shall be upright type of capacity 10 kg having IS: 2171. 7 IS: 10658
marked. The fire extinguisher shall be suitable for fighting fire of Oils, Solvents, Gases, Paints, Varnishes,
Electrical Wiring, Live Machinery Fires, and All Flammable Liquid & Gas. EPCs shall provide portable
fire extinguisher as given below:
xi. The minimum 1 no. of fire extinguishers shall be required for every installations / building.
xii. Sand bucket should be wall mounted made from at least 24 SWG sheet with bracket fixing on wall
conforming to IS 2546.
Lightening Protection for PV Array
i. The source of over voltage can be lightning or other atmospheric disturbance. Main aim of over voltage
protection is to reduce the over voltage to a tolerable level before it reaches the PV or other sub-system
components as per IS: 2309 – 1989 (Reaffirmed – 2005), Edition 3.1 (2006-01).
ii. Necessary foundation / anchoring for holding the lightning conductor in position to be made after giving
due consideration to shadow on PV array, maximum wind speed and maintenance requirement at site in
future.
iii. The lightning conductor shall be earthed through flats and connected to the earth mats as per applicable
Indian Standards with earth pits. Two earth pits shall be provided for each lightening arrestor. Each
lightning conductor shall be fitted with individual earth pit as per required Standards including accessories,
and providing masonry enclosure with cast iron cover plate having locking arrangement, watering pipe
using charcoal or coke and salt as required as per provisions of IS & Earth Resistance of Lightening System
must be less than one (1) Ohm. EPCs may use maintenance free earth electrodes with compound as per
standard.
a. If necessary more numbers of lightning conductors may be provided. The EPCs is also free to provide
franklin rod / Early Streamer type of lightning arrestors on the MMS structure designed in such a way not
to cast shadow on the next raw of solar PV modules. The EPCs to submit necessary calculations based upon
rolling sphere method for the Lightening protection system.
i. The EPCs shall submit the drawings and detailed specifications of the PV array lightning protection
equipment to NACOF for approval before installation of system.
AC Network
AC converted by the inverter is transmitted through the appropriate cables from the Inverter to appropriately
sized Inverter transformer and from transformer to adequate rating of 11/33KV or 22/33KV VCB breakers.
VCB breakers should be equipped with adequate protection relays, fuses, annunciations and remote
operating and controlling facility from the Main Control Room. Relevant national & international codes to
be follows:-
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Table 5 Relevant National & International Code
i. Radial scheme through VCB panel is acceptable. It shall have circuit breaker of suitable rating for
connection and disconnection of PCU from grid. The bus bar shall connect the AC distribution board to the
transformer. It shall have provision to measure bus voltage, current and power of the transformer. Outdoor
inverter & RMU panel with IP65 or above are acceptable. In case of outdoor inverters, the inverter station
should be properly provided with canopy structure and working platform.
ii. Bus-bars shall be of high conductivity Aluminium alloy or Copper of adequate size. The bus-bars shall
be adequately supported by non-hygroscopic, non-combustible track resistant and high strength type
polyester fibre glass moulded insulators. Separate supports shall be provided for each phase and neutral bus
bar. The bus-bars joints shall be provided with high tensile steel bolts, Belleville washers and nuts, so as to
ensure good contacts at the joints. The bus-bars shall be colour coded as per IS 375.
iii. The EPCs shall submit the detailed specifications of the AC bus and panel in the Bid.
iv. The VCB panel with thermal over current and earth fault releases. The incomer shall be selected one
size higher than the required rating as per Type 2 selection chart (For LV switchgear).
v. Removable gland plates with gaskets shall be provided in the cable alleys for glanding the power and
control cables. The distance between the gland plate and the incomer terminals shall not be less than 450
mm.
vi. The EPCs should submit theoretical design calculations and detailed explanations along with drawings
shall be provided and approved by the Company.
vii. Design short circuit levels shall be at least as per following table and has to be supported by calculation
sheet: 11 KV or 33 KV 25KA for 3 sec
Protective Relays
i. The Solar PV system and the associated power evacuation system interconnections should be protected
as per IEC 61727 Ed.2, norms. Over current relays, differential protection relays and earth fault relays have
to be essentially provided. All relay should be numerical type & should be remote operating and controlling
facility from the control room.
ii. The numerical relays shall have RS 485 port for communication.
iii. The operating voltage of the relays shall be 110 V DC/220 V DC as per battery bank rating.
iv. Detailed Design calculations shall be provided on fault power computations and the philosophy of
protective relaying with respect to short circuit kA calculations. Design, drawing and model of protection
relay shall be approved by the Company/Electricity Authority (MSEDCL).
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i. The photovoltaic modules, BOS and other components of power plant requires adequate earthing for
protecting against any serious faults as guided by IEC 60364.
ii. The earthing system shall be designed with consideration of the earth resistivity of the project area. The
earth resistivity values shall be measured prior to designing the earthing system. Unless otherwise specified,
earthing system shall be in accordance with IS: 3043 and IEEE 80, Indian Electricity Rules, Codes of
practice and regulations existing in the location where the system is being installed.
iii. The permissible system fault power level at all the voltage shall be kept in consideration while designing
the earthing system. Each array structure of the PV yard, LT power system, earthing grid for switchyard
,all electrical equipment ,control room ,PCU, All junction boxes, ACDB& DCDB ,all motors and pumps
etc .shall be grounded properly as per IS 3043 - 1987. All metal casing / shielding of the plant shall be
thoroughly grounded in accordance with Indian electricity act / IE Rules.
iv. The earthing for array and LT power system shall be made of 3.0 m long 40 mm diameter perforated
Cu/GI/ chemical compound filled, double walled earthing electrodes including accessories, and providing
masonry enclosure with cast iron cover plate having pad-locking arrangement, chemical compound mix as
required as per provisions of IS: 3043. EPCs is also allowed to use chemical earthing system with 17.2 MM
Dia 3 Mts long Cu bonded rod. Detail calculation to satisfy tender specification shall be submitted during
detail engineering.
v. Necessary provision shall be made for bolted isolating joints of each earthing pit for periodic checking
of earth resistance.
vi. Each string/ array and MMS of the plant shall be grounded properly. The array structures are to be
connected to earth pits as per IS standards. Necessary provision shall be made for bolted isolating joints of
each earthing pit for periodic checking of earth resistance.
vii. The complete earthing system shall be mechanically & electrically connected to provide independent
return to earth.
viii. For each earth pit, a necessary test point shall be provided.
ix. In compliance to Rule 11 and 61 of Indian Electricity Rules, 1956 (as amended up to date), all non-
current carrying metal parts shall be earthed with two separate and distinct earth continuity conductors to
an efficient earth electrode.
x. The EPCs should submit the earthing system design calculations along with the system layout for the
Company’s approval prior to the installation of the system
xi. Unless otherwise specified, the earthing system primary and secondary grid conductors, equipment
connections shall be constructed with galvanized iron flat. However the earthing of transformer neutrals,
plc and inverter terminals and electronic earthing shall be provided using copper earthing conductor only.
xii. Earthing Mesh is to prepared and installed in entire power plant. Earthing shall be as per IS-3043.
However, Earthing mesh in the area of 11/22 KV equipments of Solar plant end and 11/22 KV MSEDCL
yard shall be provided as per tender specifications.
Lightening Protection for PV Plant and Earthing
i. The source of over voltage can be lightning or other atmospheric disturbance. Main aim of over voltage
protection is to reduce the over voltage to a tolerable level before it reaches the PV or other sub-system
components as per IEC 60099 / IS: 2309 – 1989 (Reaffirmed – 2005), Edition 3.1 (2006-01). Lightening
Protection System required for Solar PV Plant, Inverter Room, and Substation Structure & Control Room
within the EPC scope of work. The intent of specification can be conventional as per IS : 2309 or can be
Early Streamer Emission Type depending upon Area, Protected Equipment & Technical feasibility.
Necessary concrete foundation for holding the lightning conductor in position to be made after giving due
consideration to shadow on PV array, maximum wind speed and maintenance requirement at site in future.
We recommended going with Early Stream Emission Air Terminal Technology as per NFC 17-102 / IEC
62305-2. Level of Protection must be defining as per Rolling Sphere Method LPL-I, LPL-II, LPLIII &
LPL-IV where the radius shall be of 20mtr, 30mtr, 45mtr & 60mtr respectively.
ii. Rp(h) : Protection radius at a given height (h) Rp(h) = √ 2rh - h2 + Δ(2r + Δ) (for h ≥ 5 m) For h < 5 m,
refer to the table below h : Height of the OPR tip above the surface(s) to be protected r(m) : Standardized
striking distance ∆(m) = 106 .ΔT (OPR efficiency)
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ii. The lightning conductor shall be earthed through flats and connected to the earth mats as per applicable
Indian Standards with earth pits. Each lightning conductor shall be fitted with individual earth pit as per
required Standards including accessories, and providing masonry enclosure with cast iron cover plate
having locking arrangement, chemical compound as per provisions of IS.
iii. If necessary more numbers of lightning conductors may be provided as per design calculation
iv. The EPCs shall submit the drawings and detailed specifications of the PV array lightning protection
equipment.
v. The design, manufacture, inspection, testing and performance of Lightning Arrester shall comply with
all currently applicable statutes, safety codes, provision of latest Indian Electricity Act, Indian Electricity
Rules and Regulations of Statutory Authorities.
vi. EPCs shall provide dedicated two earth pits for Lightening Arrestor as per relevant IS standard.
Isolators cum Earthing Switches, Contacts, Insulators, Bus bars
i. This specification covers design, manufacture, testing and supply of. Manually operated 11KV / 22KV,
800 Amps upright mounting type with manually operated with earth switch Isolators. The Isolators and
Isolator-cum-Earthing Switched shall comply with the requirements of the IS: 9921 and IEC: 129 (latest
edition) except specified herein. The Insulators shall comply with the requirements of IS : 2544 and IEC :
168-1988 (latest edition) for 11KV / 22KV pole mounted structure wherever required. 11KV / 22KV pole
mounted structure would be supplied, installed and commissioned by the EPCs wherever required.
ii. The isolator shall be of the motor operated type with earthing switches and shall complete with all parts
and accessories including insulator operating rods, mounting attachments, necessary for their efficient
operation. The equipment shall confirm in all respect to high standards of engineering Equipment shall
capable of performing in continuous commercial operation up to the suppliers guarantee in a manner
acceptable to the client, The equipment offered shall be complete with all components necessary for its
effective and trouble free operation along with associated equipments, interlock, protection schemes, etc.
Such components shall be deemed to be within the scope of the EPCs's supply irrespective of whether those
are specifically brought out in this specification or not. All similar parts particularly removable ones shall
be interchangeable.
iii. Each pole shall have three Pedestal type of Insulator’s stacks. Necessary arrangements shall be provided
for proper alignment of the contacts. Ganged operated links shall be so designed that all phases shall make
and break simultaneously. The design of Isolators and Isolator-cum-Earthing Switches shall be provided
for positive control of blades in all positions with minimum mechanical stress on the Insulators. Fixed
guides shall be so provided that proper setting of contacts shall be obtained, when a blade is out of alignment
even by 25mm in either direction. All movable parts which may be in current path shall be shunted by
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flexible copper conductor of adequate cross-section and capacity, which shall be furnished under bill of
material.
Low Voltage Switchgear
i. This specification is for the 415V TP&N Power Control Centre (PCC).
ii. The PCC shall be rated for the maximum output of the supply transformer feeding the system.
iii. The short circuit withstand rating (1 sec) at rated voltage of the switchgear shall be minimum of 20 kA
(rms) and corresponding dynamic rating shall be 50 kA (peak). However, this shall be supported by design
calculations. Rating shown as above is indicative only.
iv. The configuration of the PCCs shall be as per the Single Line Diagram of the system.
Execution
i. Single front / compartmentalized, modular design, degree of protection IP52 with provision of extension
on both sides.
ii. Incomer feeders: mains incomer - Electrically operated draw out type Air Circuit Breakers (ACBs).
iii. Outgoing feeders : Electrically operated draw out type Air Circuit Breakers (ACBs) / Moulded Case
Circuit Breakers (MCCBs)
iv. The colour finish shade of switchgear enclosure for interior shall be glossy white & for exterior it shall
be light grey, semi glossy shade 631 of IS: 5. If a different exterior shade is desired by the PURCHASER,
the same shall be intimated to the supplier.
v. The PCC shall be fabricated out of CRCA sheet steel; 2 mm thick for the outer shall allround. The internal
walls and separators shall be of 1.6 mm thick CRCA sheet steel.
vi. The gland plates shall be 3 mm thick.
Control & Relay Specification for 415V TP & N Power Control Centre (PCC)
i. This specification is for the 415V TP&N Power Control Centre (PCC).
v. The PCC shall be rated for the maximum output of the supply transformer feeding the system. The short
circuit withstand rating (1 sec) at rated voltage of the switchgear shall be minimum of 20 kA (rms) and
corresponding dynamic rating shall be 50 kA (peak). However, EPCs shall have to carry out the short circuit
current analysis and shall submit to NACOF for approval before selection of short circuit rating of
equipments. Rating shown as above is indicative only.
ii. The configuration of the PCCs shall be as per the Single Line Diagram of the system. Execution Power
Control Centres (Construction)
a. Single front / compartmentalized, modular design, degree of protection IP52 with provision of extension
on both sides.
b. Incomer feeders: mains incomer - Electrically operated draw out type Air Circuit Breakers (ACBs).
c. Outgoing feeders: Electrically operated draw out type Air Circuit Breakers (ACBs) / Moulded Case
Circuit Breakers (MCCBs)
d. The colour finish shade of switchgear enclosure for interior shall be glossy white & for exterior it shall
be light grey, RAL 7032 of IS: 5. If a different exterior shade is desired by the PURCHASER, the same
shall be intimated to the supplier.
e. The PCC shall be fabricated out of CRGO sheet steel; 2 mm thick for the outer shall allround. The internal
walls and separators shall be of 1.6 mm thick CRGO sheet steel
f. The gland plates shall be 3 mm thick.
Control Circuit
a. Control supply for breaker closing / tripping - 110V DC
b. Air Circuit Breaker spring charge motor – 240 /220 V AC/DC
c. Moulded Case Circuit Breakers – 240 V AC, 1 phase
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d. Indications, annunciation – 110V DC

e. Space heater, sockets, etc. – 240 V AC, 1 phase
Bus bar and Cable Cavity

a. The material for main bus bars and tap off bus bars shall be electrolytic grade aluminium with HR PVC
sleeved insulation
b. Bus bars shall be suitable for short circuit rating and current suitable for all connected load.
c. Bottom cable entry for incoming and outgoing cables
d. A suitable gland plate shall be supplied for termination of power, control and instrumentation cables.
e. Whenever feeders are housed in multi-tier configuration, these tiers shall be segregated by sheet metal
barriers.
Control Room Electrical Wiring

i. Electrification of building shall be carried out as per IS 732-1989, IS 46481968 and other relevant
standards. Suitable AC Distribution Board should be designed to Supply AC power in Control room.
ii. Control room AC distribution Board theoretical design, calculations and detailed explanations along with
drawing shall be provided and approved by NACOF.
Auxiliary Power Supply

i. The EPCs shall install a separate 11KV/415V or 22KV/415V step down transformer to supply power for
internal equipment such as power for control equipment, area lighting, water pumps, and conference room
fixtures, control room lighting and air-condition, etc.
ii. This auxiliary power should be utilized directly from the grid through a separate meter and should not
interfere with accounting of solar electricity fed into the grid.
DC Battery & Charger

i. Adequate capacity DC battery Bank should be provided for emergency control supply of inverters, control
/ protection system & emergency lighting. A appropriate capacity battery charger with relevant IS/IEC
standards & protection and automatic change over system should be provided to charge the battery bank
along with relay circuit, fuses, annunciations and remote operating and controlling facility from the Main
Control Room.
ii. A DC power supply Distribution panel/board should be supplied along with the Charger as per relevant
IS standards. Inverter room / Control room DC Battery Bank & DC supply system theoretical design,
calculations and detailed explanations along with drawing shall be provided and approved by NACOF/State
Nodal Agency. Integral DCDB in a separate compartment shall be provided.
iii. DC Batteries the batteries shall have the following specifications
a. Type : Nickel Cadmium Stationary/ VRLA, sealed type, storage battery
b. Rating : 110 V D.C., Minimum 80 Ah at 8 Hour rate of discharge
c. Standard : IS 1651 – 1979 ; performance as per IS 8702
d. Container : Plastic Resin, ABS or PP
e. Terminal Post : Designed suitably to accommodate external bolted connections
iv. The battery room shall be provided with epoxy paint coated exhaust fan for removal of gasses released
from the battery cells.
v. The data sheet for the battery shall be submitted along with the Bid for evaluation.
Earthing
i. Earthing bus bar shall be terminated at both ends of the switchgear to suit the connections to outside
earthing conductor. All components inside the module are required to be earthed individually and are to be
looped and connected to the horizontal earth bus. Terminals a. CT circuit - Isolating link type terminals
with shorting facility b. PT circuit – clip on type terminals c. Spare contacts shall be wired up to terminal
block. 10% spare terminals shall be provided for each module
Specific Requirements
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1. All ACBs shall be 4 pole, electrically operated, draw-out type, with closing coil, spring charge motor,
trip coil, TNC switch for close and trip, manual closing and tripping push buttons, door I/L, test and service
position micro switches, emergency P.B., safety shutters, etc. The circuit breaker shall be provided with
anti-pumping feature.
2. ACBs shall be complete with microprocessor release and shall be provided with over current, short circuit
and earth fault protections.
3. Minimum10% spare feeders of each rating shall be provided in the switchgear. No spare feeder is
required for 11kV VCB panel and SMB.
4. All current transformers shall have 5/1A secondary and all meters shall be suitable for 5/1A operation.
5. All indicating lamps shall be of LED cluster type. ACB feeders shall be provided with ON, OFF,
AUTOTRIP, SPRING CHARGED, TEST, SERVICE, TRIP CIRCUIT HEALTHY indications
6. All indicating instruments shall be flush mounting, Digital, 96 sq.mm size.
7. Window annunciator with hooter and accept, test, reset button shall be provided. Necessary auxiliary
relays for contact multiplication shall be provided in the panel.
8. The maximum temperature of the bus bars, droppers and contacts at continuous current rating under site
reference ambient temperature of 50º C shall not exceed 105º C.
Instrumentation: Switchgear instrumentation shall be provided as follows:

a. Mains Incomer – Voltmeter with selector switch
b. Ammeter with selector switch
c. Power Factor meter
d. Frequency meter
e. TVM + MD meter
f. Potential indicating lamps
g. Outgoing Feeders
h. Ammeter with selector switch on all feeders.
General Technical Specifications of Control Panel

i. The panel shall be self-supporting, free standing, floor mounted, modular type with construction having
degree of protection of IP 54 as per IS 2147.
ii. The panel shall be fabricated from 2 mm CRCA sheet steel for frame & load bearing surfaces. Partitions
may be fabricated from 1.6 mm CRCA if no components are mounted on them.
iii. The panel shall be painted with 2 coats of primer after pre-treatment and 2 coats of Polyurethane / epoxy
paint with shade as decided by the Company.
iv. Stiffeners shall be provided at corners & between modules to make panel rugged. The stiffeners will
necessarily be required for relay compartments or doors where heavy components are mounted.
v. The open-able covers shall be provided with lift off type hinges, quarter turn door locks and flexible
copper wire for earth connection.
vi. The panel shall be dust and vermin proof. Synthetic or neoprene gaskets shall be provided at all openings.
vii. The panel shall be of dead front construction suitable for front operated and back maintained
functioning.
viii. Panel shall be provided with fl. lamp of 20 w capacity operated by door operated limit switch. Panel
shall also have space heaters and thermostat arrangement.
ix. Panel shall be provided with 3 pin switch socket combined unit of 5 Amp capacity.
x. Lifting hooks shall be provided at the top of the panel.
xi. The hardware components used in the panel shall be hot dipped galvanized.
xii. The control components shall be fixed on mounting plate by drilling & tapping.
xiii. Aluminium anodized legend plates shall be provided for all the components. For components mounted
on front face, legend plate from inside shall also be provided.
xiv. Pre-treatment by 7 tank process shall be done before painting / powder coating the panel.
xv. Panel shall have provision of drawing pocket.
xvi. The panel shall be designed to ensure maximum safety during operation inspection, connection of
cables and maintenance. Inside panel, checking and removal of components shall be possible without
disturbing other units.
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xvii. Cable entries will be from bottom. The opening of cable entry shall be covered by 3 mm thick gland
plates.
xviii. The panel shall be provided with all necessary components / devices and instruments as per the
enclosed schematic diagram and functional requirements.
xix. The components such as protective relays, auxiliary relays, push buttons, switches, instruments shall
be flush mounted on the front side of a panel.
xx. The control wiring shall be done with PVC insulated flexible copper wire. For CT secondary circuits
2.5 sq.mm. wire shall be used. For control wiring 1.5 sq.mm. wire shall be used.
xxi. Earthing bus bar of suitable cross section shall be provided throughout the length of panel.
xxii. The panel shall be fully wired all the terminals shall be brought out for cable connections. 10% spare
terminals shall be provided on each terminal block. Separate terminal block shall be provided for different
voltages. All wire shall have P.V.C. ferrules as per wiring diagram.
xxiii. Proper shrouding to incoming and outgoing terminals shall be provided to ensure safety during
operation, inspection and maintenance.
xxiv. Indicating lamps shall be with multiple LEDs & shall be suitable for the voltage specified.
xxv. All the components in the panel shall be properly labeled. The labels shall be made of non-rusting
metal or engraved PVC material properly fixed by screws.
xxvi. The panel layout shall be made in such a way that it will always facilitate easy removal and
reconnection of control cables without disturbing other wiring.
xxvii. Centre lines of control switches, push buttons and indicating lamps shall be matched so as to give
neat appearance. Similarly top lines of indicating instruments and relays shall also be matched.
xxviii. The panel shall be provided with electrolytic grade aluminium bus bar of suitable cross section so
as to maintain max current density of 0.8 AMP/ Sq.mm.
xxix. Bus bars shall be provided with colour coded heat shrinkable sleeves.
xxx. Bus bars shall be supported by high quality epoxy insulators provided at specified distances so as to
withstand to the given fault level.
xxxi. The bus bar chambers shall be provided with suitable ventilation arrangements so as to limit the
maximum temperature of 85°C while carrying rated current.
xxxii. Proper clearance of minimum 25 mm shall be maintained between phase bus bars and between bus
bars.
xxxiii. The panel shall be inspected at manufactures works before dispatch to site at the discretion of
NACOF.
xxxiv. All routine tests shall be carried out on the panel in presence of the Company / its representative.
These tests shall include following:

a. Verification of components ratings and operation.
b. High voltage measurement test.
c. Insulation Resistance measurement.
xxxv. Control testing.

xxxvi. Approval on following drawings shall be obtained before manufacturing the panels
a. General arrangement drawing.
b. Wiring Diagram.
xxxvii. Detail bill of material
Illumination:
Standards and Codes LED luminaires shall be tested at independent laboratory as per the following test
standards.
Standard/Code Description
LM79-08 Electrical and Photometric Measurements of Solid-State Lighting Products
LM 80-15 Measuring Luminous Flux and Colour Maintenance of LED Packages, Arrays and
Modules
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General specification
This specification covers design, supply and installation of uniformly Illumination system along the
peripheral & internal roads, main control room & inverter rooms, switchyard and other facilities including
entry points/gate(s) inside the plant area.
The EPCs shall furnish Guaranteed Technical Particulars of the LED luminaires, from renowned brands
available in the market for approval of Employer.
Lighting system shall work on the auxiliary supply and same shall be incorporated in auxiliary loads. The
NACOF shall provide minimum 20% of total lighting points as emergency lighting points, fed from UPS
DB or DCDB as per scheme adopted by the NACOF. Indoor and outdoor emergency lights shall be
provided at each inverter room, main control room, security room and main gate.
Lighting Levels
The average LUX level of 10 lm is to be maintained in switchyard. However, a lux level of 20 lm ((10+10)
additional switchable on requirement only) is to be maintained in switchyard on transformer.
The lighting system for outdoor and indoor areas of solar power plant shall be designed in such a way that
uniform illumination is achieved. Average LUX level to be maintained in different areas shall be as under:
Area LUX
Control Room and equipment rooms 300
Office 300
Battery & other rooms 150
Internal 4
Transformer yard/Switchyard 20
H – pole and metering point 10
The lighting level shall take into account appropriate light output ratio of luminaires, coefficient of
utilization maintenance factor (of 0.7 or less) to take into account deterioration with time and dust
deposition and illuminance uniformity [Uo] shall be min 0.3.
Plant boundary/ Peripheral area shall be illuminated with chain-link/Boundary wall post mounted LED
floodlights (at every 100m) for area lighting as per following specifications:
LED Luminaire for Outdoor Applications (Other than Peripheral Area)

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LED luminaires shall meet the following parameters.
The LED luminaire (outdoor) housing, heat sink, pole mounting bracket, individual LED reflectors and
front heat resistant tempered glass should be provided.
The LED luminaire (outdoor) housing should be made of non-corrosive, high pressure, die-cast aluminium
and the housing should be power coated grey, so as to ensure good weather ability. Each individual LED
source should be provided with an asymmetrical distribution high reflectance aluminized reflector, which
should ensure that the light distribution of the luminaire is suitable for road lighting applications (wide
beam distribution) and should ensure high pole to pole spacing.
The luminaire should be provided with in-built power unit and electronic driver.
The luminaire should be suitable for standard street light poles and should be suitable for side entry and
bottom entry (post top).
GI Lighting pole of suitable diameter capable of withstanding system and wind load, shall be provided with
average Zn coating thickness of 80micron. The street light poles shall have loop in loop out arrangement
for cable entry and light fixture / wiring protected with suitably rated MCB.
All outdoor lighting system shall be automatically controlled by synchronous timer or photocell. Provision
to bypass the timer or photocell shall be provided in the panel.
Lighting panels shall be earthed by two separate and distinct connections with earthing system. Switch
boxes, junction boxes, lighting fixtures, etc. shall be earthed by means of separate earth continuity
conductor. Cable armour shall be connected to earthing system at both the ends. Proper earthing of street
light poles shall be ensured.
Junction box for lighting shall be made of fire retardant material. The degree of protection shall be IP55 for
outdoor JB.
Lighting cables, wherever exposed to direct sunlight, shall be laid through Double Wall Corrugated (DWC)
HDPE conduits.
LED Luminaire/Lamps for Indoor Applications
LED luminaire/lamps shall have minimum 3-star BEE rating.
All indoor LED luminaire/lamps shall be supplied with proper diffuser to avoid direct visibility of LED and
suitable heat sink for longer life.
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Warranty
All luminaires shall be warranted against all material/manufacturing defects and workmanship for
minimum of 2 (two) years from the date of supply.
Weather Monitoring System
As a part of weather monitoring system, the EPCS shall provide the following measuring instruments with
all necessary software and hardware required to integrate with SCADA.
Pyranometer
The NACOF shall provide minimum 6 (six) number of secondary standard pyranometers (ISO 9060
classification) along with necessary accessories for measuring the incidental solar radiation at horizontal,
inclined plane of array and albedo at each site.
Specification of the pyranometer shall be as follows.
Each instrument shall be supplied with necessary cables. Calibration certificate with calibration traceability
to World Radiation Reference (WRR) or World Radiation Centre (WRC) shall be furnished along with the
equipment. The signal cable length shall not exceed 20m. The EPCs shall provide instrument manual in
hard and soft form.
Downward facing pyranometer to measure albedo shall be mounted at least 2 m above uniform surface. To
avoid reflections, masts/mounting pole shall be painted with black, non-reflective paint. To minimize
shading, the pyranometer shall be mounted on boom (minimum length 1 m) extending towards the equator.
Temperature Sensor
The EPCs shall provide minimum 3 (three) temperature sensors (1 (one) for ambient temperature
measurement with shielding case and 2 (two) for module temperature measurement) at each site. The
temperature sensor shall be Resistance Temperature Detector (RTD)/ Semiconductor type with
measurement range of 0°C to 80°C. The instrument shall have valid calibration certificate.
Anemometer
EPCs shall provide minimum one no. ultrasonic wind sensor (no moving parts) for wind speed and direction
monitoring.
Parameter Specification
Velocity range with accuracy limit 0-60m/s with +/-2% accuracy @12 m/s; Resolution:
0.01m/s
Wind direction range with accuracy limit 0 to 360o (No dead band) with +/-2 o accuracy @12 m/s;
Resolution: 1o
Mounting Bracket Anodized Aluminium bracket to reduce corrosion, all
mounting bolts of SS
Protection Class IP66
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Output RS232 and RS485
Data logger and Data Acquisition System
Data logger for the weather monitoring station should have the following features:
Provision for analog, digital and counter type inputs for interfacing with various type of sensors
(i) Analog Input adequate nos. for all analog sensors with redundancy Provision for operation in different
current and voltage ranges as per connected sensors Accuracy of +/-0.1% of FS
(ii) Digital Inputs Adequate no. of Digital inputs and outputs for the application
(iii) Provision for RS232 and RS485 serial outputs
(iv) Built-in battery backup
(v) Connectivity and Data transmission: RS485 MODBUS interface for data collection and storage on
SCADA Communication protocol should support fast data transmission rates, enable operation in different
Frequency bands and have an encryption-based data security layer for secure data transmission
(vi) Display Settings: Graphic LCD screen which should be easily accessible and should display relevant
details like all sensor values, battery strength, network strength etc.
(vii) Provision of Time synchronization from telecom time or server time
(viii)Data Storage: Provision for at least 2 MB internal Flash Memory and at least 8 GB Micro SD card
(expandable)
(ix) Protection level: IP65
CCTV Camera
CCTV Cameras along with monitoring stations (sufficient numbers) and all other accessories required for
its proper operation must be installed to have complete coverage of following areas for 24 hours.
(i) Main entry: Covering all the entry/exit
(ii) Along the Plant Perimeter: Covering complete perimeter of Plant Area to capture all possible intrusion
(iii) Control Rooms: Covering Entry/Exit and Equipment Rooms
(iv) Switchyard
Monitoring stations of the CCTV Network shall be installed in Main Control Room.
The CCTV system shall be designed as a standalone IP based network architecture. System shall use video
signals from different cameras at defined locations, process the video signals for viewing on monitors at
control room and simultaneously record all video streams using latest compression techniques.
Camera shall be colour, suitable for day and night surveillance (even under complete darkness) and network
compatible.
It shall be possible to control all cameras i.e., PTZ auto/ manual focus, selection of pre-sets, video tour
selection etc. The software shall support flexible 1/2/4 windows split screen display mode or scroll mode
on the display monitor for live video.
The system shall support video analytics in respect of the following:

(i) Video motion detection
(ii) Object tracking
(iii) Object classification
(iv) Camera server shall be provided with sufficient storage space to storage recordings of all cameras at
HD mode for a period of 15 days. All recordings shall have camera ID, location, date and time of recording.
Fire Alarm System
Standards and Codes
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Standard/Code Description
IS 2189 Selection, Installation and Maintenance of Automatic Fire Detection and
Alarm System Code of Practice
IS 2171 Portable Fire Extinguishers, Dry Powder (Cartridge Type)
IS 8149 Functional requirements for twin CO2 fire extinguishers (trolley mounted)
IS 2546 Galvanized mild steel fire bucket
National Building code 2016
NACOF shall ensure the compliance of fire detection and alarm system as per relevant standards and
regulations. The installation shall meet all applicable statutory requirements and safety regulations of
state/central fire department/body or any other competent authority in terms of fire protection.
Fire fighting system for the proposed power plant for fire protection shall be consisting of but not limited
to:
(i) Sand buckets
(ii) Portable fire extinguishers (CO2 and dry powder type)
(iii) Microprocessor based fire alarm panel
(iv) Multi sensor smoke detectors
(v) Hooter cum strobe
(vi) Manual call points
(vii) Cables from sensor to fire Panel.
Minimum two numbers of fire extinguishers (CO2 and Foam type each, of capacity 9 kg having BIS
certification marking as per IS: 2171) shall be provided at every building/ enclosure, transformer yard and
switchyard. However, NACOF must comply with existing building code for fire protection and relevant IS
codes.
Four numbers of stand with four sand buckets on each stand shall be provided in the Transformer Yard.
Sand buckets inside the building shall be provided at strategic locations as decided during detailed
engineering.
Digital output from the fire detection system shall be integrated with SCADA
NACOF shall submit the plan for fire and smoke detection system for the NACOF approval.
Comprehensive operation & Maintenance of the Solar PV plant including supply of spare parts,
consumables, repairs/replacement of any defective equipment etc. shall be performed by the EPCs for a
period of 05 years. Supply of mandatory spares & special tools and tackles
Spare Modules (As Mandatory Spares, 0.50% of total supply of solar modules)
S. No. Equipment/Material Quantity (for each type and rating)

1 PV Modules 0.5% of total supply
2 MC4 connectors (including Y-connector if used) 1% of total supply
3 String Monitoring Unit 1% of total supply
4 Power Conditioning Unit
(i) Central Inverter As per OEM recommendation
(ii) String Inverter 1% of total supply
5 Inverter Transformer
(i) HV bushing with metal parts and gaskets 2 set
(ii) LV bushing with metal parts and gaskets 2 set
(iii) WTI with contacts 2 set
(iv) OTI with contacts 2 set
(v) Buchholz relay 2 set
(vi) Magnetic Oil Gauge 2 set
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(vii) Complete set of gaskets 2 set

6 HT Switchgear
(i) Vacuum pole 2 nos.
(ii) Closing coil 2 nos.
(iii) Tripping coil 2 nos.
(iv) Spring charging motor 2 nos.
(v) Relay 2 nos.
(vi) Meter 2 nos.
(vii) Current Transformer 2 nos.
(viii) MCCB 2 nos.
(ix) MCB 2 nos.
(x) Fuse 10% of total supply
(xi) Indicating lamp 10% of total supply
(xii) Rotary switch 10% of total supply
7 LT Switchgear
(i) MCCB 2 nos.
(ii) MCB 2 nos.
(iii) Fuse 10% of total supply
(iv) Relay 2 nos.
(v) Meter 2 nos.
(vi) Current Transformer 2 nos.
(vii) Voltage Transformer 2 nos.
(viii) Indicating lamp 10% of total supply
(ix) Rotary switch 10% of total supply
8 Solar Cable 1% of total supply
9 DC Cable 1% of total supply
10 AC Cable 1% of total supply
11 Communication Cable 1% of total supply
12 Fuse 10% of total supply
13 Battery 2% of total supply along with all Cell/ Battery
Auxiliary Systems, interconnectors, monitoring
devices
Project Implementation
The NACOF is going to execute the project through an EPC NACOF for this project. The project is
expected to be completed in a time span of a minimum of 8 months which include both Planning as well as
Installation phase.
EPC’s Team will have to take care of following activities:
 Implementation
 Co-ordination and arranging for all requisite statutory compliances / consents for project
implementation
 Project planning & programming in consultation with the Technical consultant
 Co-ordination with the Turnkey project executor for smooth implementation as per the contractual
agreement
 Ensuring the terminal points and provide site support services w.r.t. land availability, storage space
availability, utilities, construction power, civil front construction.
 Inspection of equipment
 Monitoring work progress & generation of reports
 Periodic project reviews and interactions
 Control over the project cost
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 Ensure the grid connectivity to the project site, as it will have a major impact on timely project
commissioning on completion of construction,
 Check for proper implementation of the project as per specifications & drawings.
 To ensure all statutory compliances required for commissioning of the project.
 Assist the Turnkey project Executor in Plant commissioning & stabilization activities.
 Performance tests & Trial runs
 On successful of above, takeover plant operation
Prerequisite for Construction /Site Preparation
 Site preparation for entire PV plant

 Site levelling and cleaning
 All earthwork including excavation, back filling and compaction
 Site Construction Office, Including all furniture, supplies, etc.
 Site Warehouse and Storage for all equipment and materials
 First Aid Station, Safety and health facilities
 Construction Facilities for Labour such as toilets, shelters, change rooms, etc.
 Fencing of entire plot area
 Supply and Installation of weather station
 Main approach road, pathways, WBM surface for main approach road till site boundary
 Strom Water Drainage system: minimum drainage system as per the site requirements
Civil Engineering Works:
 A minimum of two bore wells and a water reservoir system and water management system
 Foundations for module mounting structures
 Construction of AC/DC cable trenches and Hume pipes across the solar PV yard
 Construction of modular block control rooms / inverter stations
 Foundations as required for all electrical systems/MV substation including transformers, panels,
distribution boards etc.
 Foundations as required for MV substation including transformers, switchgear and switchyard
 Construction of main control room including storage, administration office, toilets etc.
 Construction of auxiliary substation as required.
 All other civil and structural works as required to complete the plant.
 Accommodation
 Security Control Room
Electrical Engineering Works:
 Transformer substations with energy metering as required for plant auxiliary power supply.
 Inverters, DC and AC switchgear and panels as required.
 LV/MV (11KV/22KV) substation and switchgear as required for modular block.
 DC and AC cabling as required for LV and HV side of project
 Earthing and lightning protection system
 Internal electrification for all control rooms, inverter stations and substations
 Lighting system
 Battery chargers and battery banks as required
 Emergency power supply system for all modular block control rooms
 Auxiliary power supply system including all cabling as required.
 Controls and monitoring system including SCADA system
 Performance monitoring from solar Inverter level onwards
 Bay Construction at Interconnecting Sub-station
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Plant Monitoring: The energy yield of the plant as well as all critical parameters of individual equipment
will be monitored at the plant as well as using the remote data acquisition system connected to each inverter
as described in the earlier section. Significant reduction in energy yield will trigger specific maintenance
requirements, such as inverter servicing or module replacement. In addition to this, on-going maintenance
of the plant may be required.
Warranty: Comprehensive Maintenance Contract will for 5 (Five) years on COD. It is necessary that EPCs
as system integrator, place procurement orders for all major items / equipments in the project name “Solar
Project by NACOF” and ensuring execution of documents applicable for availing guaranty/warranty from
Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) / Supplier. During CMC period EPCs should efficiently support
for availing applicable guaranty/warranty / free replacement for faulty items / equipments from
OEMs/Suppliers, having manufacturing defect / performing not for desire output.
a. PV modules used in grid connected solar power plants must be warranted for peak output wattage, which
should not be less than 90% at the end of 10 years and 80% at the end of 25 years from the COD of the
project.
b. The modules shall be warranted for at least 10 years for failures due to material defects and workmanship.
c. The mechanical structures, electrical works and overall workmanship of the grid solar power plants must
be warranted for a minimum of 5 years.
d. The Inverters/PCUs installed in the solar power plant must have a warranty for 5 years.
Identification and Traceability Each PV module used in any solar power Project must use a RF
identification tag. The following information must be mentioned in the RFID used on each module (This
can be inside or outside the laminate, but must be able to withstand harsh environmental conditions):
i) Name of the manufacturer of PV Module
ii) Name of the Manufacturer of Solar cells
iii) Month and year of the manufacture (separately for solar cells and module)
iv) Country of origin (separately for solar cells and module)
v) I-V curve for the module at Standard Test Condition (1000 W/m2, AM 1.5, 25 0C)
vi) Wattage, Im, Vm and FF for the module
vii) Unique Serial No. and Model No. of the module
viii)Date and year of obtaining IEC PV module qualification certificate
ix) Name of the test lab issuing IEC certificate
x) Other relevant information on traceability of solar cells and module as per ISO 9000 Site owners would
be required to maintain accessibility to the list of Module IDs along with the above parametric data for each
module.
Safe Disposal of Solar PV Modules: The NACOF will ensure that all Solar PV modules from their plant
after their ‘end of life’ (when they become defective/ non-operational/ non-repairable) are disposed in
accordance with the “e-waste (Management and Handling) Rules, 2011” notified by the Government and
as revised and amended from time to time.
Shortfall in minimum generation:

During the term of PPA, if for any Contract year, it is found that the Solar Power Generator has not been
able to generate minimum energy corresponding to the lower limit of CUF as declared by the Solar Power
Generator; such shortfall in performance shall make Solar Power Generator liable to pay the compensation
provided in the PPA as payable to MSEDCL. This will, however be relaxable by MSEDCL to the extent of
grid non-availability for evacuation, which is beyond the control of the Solar Power Generator. The amount
of such penalty will be in accordance with the terms in the PPA.
Commissioning and penalty for delay in commissioning:

1) The Projects shall be commissioned within a period of 12 (Twelve) months of issuance of LoI
2) Commissioning certificates shall be issued by NACOF / SLDC / MSEDCL after successful
commissioning of Project / Units.
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3) The Project shall be commissioned by the Scheduled Commercial Operation Date. In case of failure to
achieve this milestone, NACOF shall forfeit the Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) in the following
manner.
a) Delay up to Two (2) months from SCOD – MSEDCL will forfeit Performance Bank Guarantee on per
day basis and proportionate to the balance Capacity not commissioned.
b) In case the commissioning of the project is delayed beyond Two (2) months from SCOD – MSEDCL
will forfeit total PBG and the PPA capacity shall stand reduced / amended to the Project Capacity
Commissioned at the end of 14 th month from the date of issuance of Letter of Award.
Commercial Operation Date (COD):

Commercial Operation Date with respect to the Project / Unit shall mean the date on which the Project/
Unit is fully commissioned (certified by SLDC/MSEDCL) and available for commercial operation.
Insurance:
EPC shall be responsible and take an Insurance Policy for transit-cum, storage-cum-erection for all the
materials to cover all risks and liabilities for supply of materials on site basis, storage of materials at site,
erection, testing and commissioning. EPC shall also take appropriate insurance during O&M / CMC period
for 100% of offered price.
The EPCs shall also take insurance for Third Party Liability covering loss of human life, engineers and
workmen and also covering the risks of damage to the third party/ material/ equipment/ properties during
execution of the Contract. Before commencement of the work, the EPCs will ensure that all its employees
and representatives are covered by suitable insurance against any damage, loss, injury or death arising out
of the execution of the work or in carrying out the Contract. Liquidation, Death, Bankruptcy etc., shall be
the responsibility of NACOF.
The EPCs shall provide insurance coverage ex-factory until commissioning and acceptance for replacement
or repair of any part of the consignment due to damage or loss.
EPCs to have insurance for entire system components for the period; well before dispatch from
Manufacturing Facility up to completion of 6 (Six) months on declaration of COD.
Applicable work permissions & insurance policy for each and every team member appointed for site
execution is in the EPCs scope.
List for site team indicating Name, Designation, Contact No., Role & Responsibility, company letter head
is to be submitted, person having company issued identity card and having his/her name in submitted list,
will only be allowed to enter in project premises. Execution at site shall be done with all necessary safety
measures. EPCs has to pay actual repair cost, in case of any damage to existing property inside the project
premises. NACOF will not be in any manner will be responsible for any accident at site during execution.
Regarding Timelines of the Milestones
D represents Effective Zero Date of signing of MoU

S. Query item Response
No.
A. Acceptance to this LoI
B. Site Visit (for survey and collections of required Completed the visits at all allocated sites on
data) dated of issue of this LoI + 15 days
C. Submission of Technical Proposal by EPC Dated of issue of this LoI + 15 days
considering most efficient latest technical
specifications and makes for the components
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D. Signing of MoU, indicating the site locations D

viz. capacity of solar plant, final technical
specifications, makes, detailed scope, role &
responsibilities of EPC, implementation
schedule indicating inspection hold points and
payment terms .. etc.
1. Submission of Design Drawing Documents for By D + 1.5 months
review and approval by NACOF
2. Land development Start of construction activities–
D + 1.5 month onwards
Completion of Land development activities – D
+ 2.5 months
3. Civil construction as per approved drawings Start of construction activities–
D + 1.5 month onwards
Completion of construction –
D + 4 months
4. Procurement and Installation of tracker D + 1.5 months -
Completion of installation
D + 4.5 months
5. Tentative date/month of procurement of RE - Solar Modules/Panels –
generating equipment’s such as Solar D + 1.5 months -
Modules/Panels/Inverters/Transformer, etc
Completion of supply at site –
D + 5 months
6. Country of Import, if not domestically procured - Solar Inverters ------ -
7. Testing and Commissioning D + 7 months
8. Scheduled Commercial Operation Date D + 8 months
(SCOD)
EPC Price / Rate: Rs. 4.85 to 5 Crore per MW (AC) inclusive of all applicable taxes and duties / GST.
For entire scope of EPC including Design, Procurement, Supply, Civil Construction, Installation,
testing and commissioning of 200MW (AC) Grid Interactive Ground Mounted Solar PV Power
Generation Plant with Sun Tracker comprising of number of units at multiple locations, in the state of
Maharashtra, individual capacity at particular location will be minimum 2MW(AC) up to
(5x2Nos.)=10MW(AC)
Payment Schedule for EPC NACOFs
 95% by LC payable against material supply and work progress

 5% BG applicable – to be deposited with OUR (PROJECT DEVELOPERS) towards Warranty
for 5 (Five) years on COD; during the period for CMC.
OR
 20% advance on signing of contract against submission of BG

 75% on completions agreed stages for supply and installation
 5% BG applicable – to be deposited with OUR (PROJECT DEVELOPERS) towards Warranty
for 5 (Five) years on COD; during the period for CMC.
NACOF’s (Solar Project Developers) Scope:
1. Right of way and transmission line till sub-station

2. Government Approvals like CEIG, etc.
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3. Evacuation, bay extension and commissioning with approvals
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Connectivity with the Grid:

Criteria for generation:

• Other members – 2.0 mm

Documents and Details Required

 Tracker inclination and orientation at stow position.

General Tracker Specification:

1. Single Axis Tracker: Independent Row Tracker.

Other technical requirement:

Control and Monitoring:

Table 1 Information to be displayed on solar PV module

Junction Box/ Combiner Box

EPCs can consider Central or String Inverters

(A) Central Inverters

ix. Inverters shall operate at ambient temperature of 50°C without deration.

xx. This should be capable to synchronize maximum within 1 Minutes.

xxi. The PCU shall be capable of controlling power factor dynamically.

Table 2. Detailed Specifications of PCU

a. PCU shall confirm to IEC 60068-2 standards for Environmental Testing.

xxxviii Documentary Requirements & Inspection.

(B) String Inverters

Technical specifications for string Inverter

(2) GENERAL REQUIREMENTS OF PCU

(3) EARTHING OF INVERTERS:-

(4) OPERATING MODES OF PCU

(5) PCU shall meet the following technical parameter

(6) Inverter Details

 The string inverter enclosure protection class shall be IP 65 or better protection.

(7) TYPE TESTING

Cables and Wires

Table 3 Relevant Codes & Standards for Cable

Technical Specification for LT XLPE Cable

D. Insulation: XLPE rated 70° c. extruded insulation.

I. Rating: Rating shall be as per IS 7098 (part-II).

Technical Specification for HT XLPE Cable

General Constructional Features:

G. Fillers: Fillers shall be polypropylene.

I. Metallic Layer: The metallic layer shall be galvanised steel wire.

Table 4 - Clamps & Connectors

 Aluminium & Aluminium

Structural Steel Work

viii. Fire Extinguishing System

Lightening Protection for PV Array

Table 5 Relevant National & International Code

Earthing for PV Array

Lightening Protection for PV Plant and Earthing

Isolators cum Earthing Switches, Contacts, Insulators, Bus bars

Low Voltage Switchgear

d. Indications, annunciation – 110V DC

Bus bar and Cable Cavity

Control Room Electrical Wiring

Auxiliary Power Supply

DC Battery & Charger

Instrumentation: Switchgear instrumentation shall be provided as follows:

General Technical Specifications of Control Panel

These tests shall include following:

xxxv. Control testing.

xxxvii. Detail bill of material

LED Luminaire for Outdoor Applications (Other than Peripheral Area)

LED luminaires shall meet the following parameters.

LED Luminaire/Lamps for Indoor Applications

LED luminaire/lamps shall have minimum 3-star BEE rating.

Weather Monitoring System