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TNBES-TS021/2024 (RFx: 4000046506): SUPPLY, DELIVER, INSTALL, TEST AND
COMMISSION VALVE REGULATED LEAD ACID BATTERIES AT FOUR (4) SOLAR HYBRID
STATIONS AT PERAK, KELANTAN & JOHOR (PACKAGE 4)
SCOPE OF WORKS &

SPECIFICATION
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
SCOPE OF WORKS
This Specification is to be read and applied, where relevant with the Standard General Conditions
of Contract appended herewith and in accordance with the particular requirements of the
Schedules in this Specification.
The tenderer are to read carefully the FIDIC’s General Conditions – SHORT FORM of CONTRACT
(“The Green Book”). The Tenderer’s attention is drawn to the Notes for Guidance in the Green
Book, page 21 regarding the Agreement.
The scope of this Tender is as follows:-
TNBES-TS021/2024 (RFx: 4000046506) :SUPPLY, DELIVER, INSTALL, TEST AND COMMISSION

VALVE REGULATED LEAD ACID BATTERIES AT FOUR (4) SOLAR HYBRID STATIONS AT PERAK,
KELANTAN & JOHOR (PACKAGE 4)
SPECIFICATIONS
The contract comprises the “TNBES-TS021/2024 (RFx: 4000046506) :SUPPLY, DELIVER,

INSTALL, TEST AND COMMISSION VALVE REGULATED LEAD ACID BATTERIES AT FOUR (4)
SOLAR HYBRID STATIONS AT PERAK, KELANTAN & JOHOR (PACKAGE 4)”, all in accordance
with the Drawings, Schedules, Condition of Contracts and these Specifications.
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PART 1: GENERAL
1. GENERAL
This Specification is to be read and applied, where relevant with the General Conditions of
Contract appended herewith and in accordance with the particular requirements of the Schedules
in this Specification.
1.1. Definitions
1.1.1.The ‘Employer’ shall mean the TNB Energy Services Sdn. Bhd., and shall include the
Employer’s successors in title, and permitted assigns.
1.1.2.The ‘Contractor’ shall mean the tenderer whose tender has been accepted by the
Employer and shall include the Contractor’s legal personal representatives,
successors, and permitted assigns.
2. SCOPE
This contract comprises the provision of all plant, labour, materials and accessories manifestly
necessary for the proper completion of the works whether such items are specifically defined
or not.
3. STANDARDS AND CODES OF PRACTICE

All workmanship, materials and components throughout the Contract works shall comply with
the latest relevant Malaysian Standards and/or Codes of Practice or as the case may be, the
latest relevant British Standards or other Standards and/or Codes of Practice as are stipulated
in the Contract Documents.
4. APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS
The following documents form a part of this specification to the extent stated herein. Unless
otherwise indicated, use the issue in effect on the date of request for quotation. Bring any
conflicts between this specification and the referenced documents to the attention of the
Employer, in writing, for resolution before taking any related action. Where differences exist
between codes and standards, the one affording the greatest protection shall apply.
Consensus standards.
British Standards (BS)
a. BS6290 part 1 & 3

b. DIN standard 40736
IEC
a. IEC 896 Part 1
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Inc. (IEEE):

a. IEEE 100 Dictionary of Electrical and Electronics Terms
b. IEEE 450 Recommended Practice for Maintenance, Testing and Replacement of Large
Lead Storage Batteries for Generating Stations and Substations
c. IEEE 484 Recommended Practice for Installation Design and Installation of Large Lead
Storage Batteries for Generating Stations and Substations
d. IEEE 485 Recommended Practice for Sizing Large Lead Storage Batteries for Generating
Stations and Substations
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Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL)

(a) UL 94 Tests for Flammability of Plastic Materials for Parts in Devices and Appliances
(b) UL 486A Wire Connectors and Soldering Lugs for use with Copper Conductors
Malaysian Standard
MS 62257
Order of precedence
In the event of conflict between the text of this document and the references cited herein, the
text of this document takes precedence. Nothing in this document, however, supersedes
applicable laws and regulations unless a specified exemption has been obtained.
5. CONTRACT PERIOD
The whole works, embraced in the Contract, must be fully completed within the specified
period from the Date of Acceptance to the handing over to the Employer for the component to
be put into use.
6. PROGRAM OF WORKS
The Contractor shall submit the Employer, for approval, not later than one (1) week after
receipt of the Letter of Acceptance from the Employer, a work program showing the order of
procedures and method in which he proposed to carry out the work. The Employer may
require modification to be made and the Contractor shall be required to carry out such
modifications at his own cost but shall not be relieved of his duties and responsibility under
the contract. The Contractor shall in conjunction with the Employer’s representative review
the progress of works at frequent intervals not exceeding (15) days and shall take all steps that
may be required to remedy the delays.
The Contractor shall notify the Employer immediately as he becomes aware of any delay
occurring or likely to occur in the work, stating the cause and extent of the delay and the
action taken to remedy it. All costs incurred in complying with the above shall be borne by the
Contractor.
7. MATERIAL & TESTING

Before placing any order for materials or manufactured articles to be incorporated in the
permanent works, the Contractor shall submit to the Employer for his approval a complete
description of such items. When so directed, the Contractor shall submit samples and test
certificates for approval.
Notwithstanding the submission of successful test results for any materials, the Employer may
order further tests to be carried out by an independent person at such place as he may decide.
The Contractor shall provide the samples for testing but the cost of such testing shall be borne
by the Employer unless the material not to be in accordance with the requirements of the
specifications in which case the Contractor shall bear the cost of testing.
8. SITE ACCESS
The Contractor in visiting the site or sites before tendering shall thoroughly acquaint himself
with the site conditions, availability of access and all matters of a like nature which may affect
his tender. The Contractor shall be entirely responsible for making all arrangements for access
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to site(s), providing temporary access road, etc. all works under his heading are to be carried
out by the Contractor at his own expense and to the satisfaction of the Employer.
9. OTHER CONTRACTORS
The Contractor’s attention is drawn to the fact that there may be other Contractors working
on the site. He shall be required to corporate with these Contractors for the proper execution
of the works as directed by the Employer.
10. ACCESS TO WORK BY AUTHORISED PERSON(S)

The Employer’s representative shall at all reasonable times have access to the works.
11. SITE SECURITY

The Contractor shall ascertain and comply with all security regulations and requirements. No
payment will be made to the Contractor as compensation for any incident which may arise
from the negligence of the security regulation and requirements or from any other cause.
The Contractor is to note that the Solar Hybrid Station is protected as security area. No
workmen shall be allowed in the Station area without the presence of the Employer
supervisor.
12. MAINTENANCE OF SITE

The Contractor must ensure that the site and its surrounding area be swept clear of all
reasonable time. All debris must be taken back to mainland for proper disposal.
13. SAFETY OF PERSONNEL AND SERVICES

Maximum safety precautions consistent with good erection practice in all site works must be
accorded to personnel directly engaged on this contract.
14. ACCOMMODATION & STORAGE

The Contractor shall provide necessary accommodation and living facilities for his staffs during
the work at site(s). The Contractor shall in all cases make his own arrangements, at his own
expenses, with the Employers for storage areas and camps sites where necessary.
15. PROGRESS MEETING

The Contractor shall provide a set of progress report before commencement of the work and
thereafter fortnightly. The Contractor or his representative is responsible to attend the
progress meeting as directed by the Employer which will be held once every fortnight.
16. TRAINING
Prior to handing over, the Contractor shall conduct a special training on Operation &
Maintenance of the installed system for the Employer. The cost of organizing the the training
and other expenses incidental to the training shall be borne by the Contractor. This does not
include Employer’s expenses in attending the training.
17. TIME FOR COMPLETION

The Contractor must comply with the date of completion or delivery as specified by TNBES.
Time for Completion is of utmost importance and critical under this Works Contract. The
Contractor must ensure that his tender is able to meet the requirement as to time
performance and his tendered rates and prices shall be deemed to include all measures
necessary for him to adhere to this requirement.
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18. EXTENSION OF CONTRACT PERIOD

The Contract Period shall be calculated from the last day of the period for commencement as
stated in the appendix or such extended time as may be allowed in the Standard Conditions of
Contract.
The Tenderer shall allow in the tender for working such additional shifts and overtime as
maybe necessary due to unfavorable weather or any other causes in order to complete the
work within the time stated. He shall pay to the Employer such liquidated and ascertained
damages as per stipulated in the Standard Conditions of Contract.
19. FINAL RECORDS

After all items of contract have been erected, the following document and drawings will be
required for submission:
i) Supplied Material Specifications
ii) Operation & Maintenance Manual
iii) All ‘as-built’ drawing showing installation details
iv) Any special drawing required for the Contract
Three (3) copies of the abovementioned documents shall be handed over to the Employer
before the issuance of Taking Over Certificate.
20. PROJECT SCHEDULE

The total project period will be 20 weeks from the date of letter of award. The tentative
project schedule is as below:
No Description Start Completion

(week) (week)
1 Fabrication, FAT and Delivery 0 16
2 Installation 16 19
3 Testing , Commissioning & Handing Over 19 20
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PART 2: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Part 2A: General Specification of Solar Hybrid System

1. The Solar Hybrid Station is a power generation station utilizing Solar Photovoltaic (Renewable
Energy) and diesel generator with battery storage for supplying 24 hours electricity to the
community.
2. The battery Solar Hybrid Station will be installed at four (4) sites as follows;
No. Station Capacity

1. SHS Kg. Melela, Gerik, Perak Type 1 (1200AH)
2. SHS Kg. Sg. Tengah, Gerik, Perak Type 3 (2200AH)
3. SHS Kg. Blau, Gua Musang, Kelantan Type 1 (1200AH)
4. SHS Kg. Peta, Mersing, Johor Type 2 (2000AH)
3. Concept of Operation
In normal operation, the Solar PV generates electricity by converting the solar energy from sun
into a useful electric energy. The DC power then converted by inverter into AC power to supply
the load. Whenever there is an excessive energy generates by Solar PV, it will be charged up to
the battery storage.
At night or during the shortfall of solar energy, the DC power stored in battery will be
withdrawn and converted to AC power to supply the load. The diesel generator is brought on
line whenever there is a continuous demand of load which cannot be catered by both Solar PV
and battery storage as well as to periodically charging the battery to maintain it in good
condition.
Part 2B: Technical Specification of Sealed-Type Lead Acid Battery

A. SCOPE OF WORK
1. Purpose
This specification defines requirements for sealed-type (Gel), lead-acid storage batteries and
accessory equipment for battery storage to supply DC power applications, for Solar Hybrid
System.
2. Work to be provided.
The Contractor shall provide the following:
a. Design, manufacture, shop test, and deliver fully-charged batteries and accessories to all
respective sites inclusive sea transportation to sites. The contractor shall provide marine
insurance for sea transportation. To comply with Malaysian Standard MS62257.
b. Delivery of all equipment shall be packaged to provide protection during transportation
including recommended storage requirements.
c. Provide Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) at factory, Performance Test (in the workshop, prior
to delivery to site) and Field Test (during the Testing & Commissioning).
d. Provide all data specified in accordance with the submittal schedule.
f. Provide all competent manpower and tools required for installation, startup, operation,
maintenance, and adjustment.
h. Install, test and commission of battery system at all respective sites.
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i. Provide and conduct training complete with the materials.

j. Provide Operation & Maintenance manual and As-Built drawings.
k. To carry out inspection every 3 months or at least equivalent to manufacturing
recommendation during the Defect Liability Period for 2 years. Inspection report shall be
submitted after every maintenance exercise.
l. The contractor shall carry out site inspection for every year during performance warranty
period and collect relevant data or maintenance records from the Owner.
3. Warranty.
The Contractor shall warrant the batteries from any manufacturing defects for a minimum
period of two (2) years and shall warrant that the batteries shall perform as specified for a
minimum period of five (5) years. The contractor shall warrant the terminal post design from
cracking and corrosion or any defect for a minimum period of 5 years.
In any event that the battery becomes damaged/ not properly functioning/ performing poorly,
the contractor shall be responsible to troubleshoot, make good/ replace the battery at their
own cost.
B. REQUIREMENTS
1. System characteristics
The storage batteries will be used to supply DC power, inverted to AC power by an inverter to
supply the load demand in the absence or intermittence of Solar Energy. The DC voltages and
the DC power system is listed below. The batteries shall be complete in all respects, with all
required accessories. Only Valve-Regulated Lead Acid (VRLA) batteries are acceptable.
No. Station Capacity

1. SHS Kg. Melela, Gerik, Perak Type 1 (1200Ah)
2. SHS Kg. Sg. Tengah, Gerik, Perak Type 3 (2200Ah)
3. SHS Kg. Blau, Gua Musang, Kelantan Type 1 (1200Ah)
4. SHS Kg. Peta, Mersing, Johor Type 2 (2000Ah)
Amp- Hour Capacity As above

( at 10 –hour rate (C10)
Nominal Voltage 2V
Nominal DC System (Battery) Voltage 240Vdc
Number Of Cells per Battery System 120
Type Of Battery Sealed Type Lead Acid Battery
Grid Alloy Lead Antimony
Positive Plate construction Tubular Type
End-of-Duty Cycle Voltage or Minimum 1.80V
Voltage During Duty Cycle
Life cycle (to provide life cycle vs DOD curve Min 1200 @ 80%DOD at 20 degrees Celsius
Pressure Relief Valve Type One way valve with flame arrestor
2. Performance.
i. Operating environment.
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Each battery and associated equipment shall meet the performance requirements of this
specification while operating under the environmental conditions specified below.
Battery Room Ambient Temperature Range 25ºC to 35ºC

Battery Room Relative Humidity Range 90 to 95%
ii. Duty cycle

The batteries shall supply power for the duty cycle noted in Schedule A and diagrammed
in Section F, when the temperature in the battery room is at its lowest level. The battery
will only be discharged up to 80% of depth of discharge (DOD). Electrolyte temperature
at the beginning of the discharge duty cycle shall be assumed to be (25°C). Each battery
shall operate for a at least 15-year rated life. Each battery shall perform in accordance
with the requirements of its respective duty cycle at any time, including at time of
delivery and when the battery has reached its rated life.
iii. Capacity
Batteries shall be greater than or equal to 90% rated capacity at the time of delivery.
iv. Charging cycle

The batteries shall be assumed to be fully charged and stabilized at the open-circuit
voltage specified in Contractor's proposal just prior to commencement of the duty cycle.
During normal operation, the batteries will undergo 3 modes of charging :
• Float- charged by solar PV system during the day when there is excess power. This
mode is controlled by a Solar Charge Controller.
• Float- charged by battery charger using diesel genset after minimum 80% DOD
(1.80V) is reached. This mode is controlled by system controller through a set of
user- defined setpoints.
• Equalize- charged by battery charger using diesel genset periodically. Manufacturer
to provide the recommended period. This mode is controlled by system controller
through a set of user- defined setpoints.
v. Charging Voltage
All cells shall be suitable for at least float at 2.25 V per cell and equalize at 2.35 V per cell.
The minimum discharge voltage shall be 1.80 V per cell.
3. Design and construction
i. Materials
All materials shall be new and selected to perform as specified. Like parts shall be
interchangeable. Workmanship shall be neat, comply with recognized industry standards,
and be in accordance with accepted engineering practices. All connectors and terminal
details shall be lead-plated copper. All connector hardware such as bolts, washers, and
nuts shall be type 316 stainless steel.
ii. Battery Type

a. Batteries shall be of the deep cycle valve regulated lead-acid (VRLA) type. All cells
shall be completely assembled and shall be shipped in accordance with paragraph 6.
b. Batteries shall be of the lead-antimony alloy type (‹2%) type, with tubular plate
positive. Active material for the positive plates shall be lead dioxide, and for the
negative plates shall be sponge lead. Active materials shall be retained in structures
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designed to retard corrosion and withstand overcharging. Negative plates shall have a
life equal to or greater than that of positive plates.
iii. Cell features

a. Each cell element shall be in a fire-retardant, high-impact transparent plastic jar and
cover. The jar and cover material shall have a limiting oxygen index (LOI) of at least
28%.
b. Cement or otherwise fasten cell covers to containers to form a leakproof and gas-tight
seal, and fit with spray proof vents. The vent plug shall be the flame-arrester type.
c. Size jars to prevent compression of the plates, and to allow space at the bottom for
sediment that may accumulate during the life of the battery, yet prevent contact
between the sediment and the plates. Design cells to accommodate plate growth such
that the jar and cover will not crack.
d. Mark at least one side of each cell jar with high and low electrolyte-level lines.
e. Support plates so that no undue stress is placed on the jar or cover during the life of
the battery. Negative and positive plates shall be matched. Reinforce the plates as
needed to retain their shape and maintain the low internal resistance necessary to
carry the current to or from all parts of the plate under all operating conditions.
Separators and retainers shall be impervious to the chemical action within the cell, and
shall provide proper spacing and insulation between the plates to permit free
circulation of electrolyte.
f. Provide the battery complete with electrolyte. The specific gravity of the electrolyte in
the lead-acid batteries at (25°C) shall be 1.250 nominal.
g. Provide the cells with separators and retainer mats. Separators shall be micro porous
rubber; retainers shall be glass fiber.
iv. Battery racks

a. Provide battery racks made of steel, properly insulated and coated with corrosive
protection unless stainless steel, galvanized, bronze and other nonferrous coating in
accordance with paragraph 2.6.1. The paint shall resist the corrosive effects of the
battery electrolyte. Battery racks made of wood will not be considered.
b. The racks shall be two step types, complete with all necessary steel frames, fittings,
rails and braces, plastic insulating channels, plastic spacers and hardware.
c. The racks shall permit battery mounting in the rooms shown on Drawing No. 1 and
shall permit easy battery maintenance.
d. Each rack shall have a ground-loop connection point and a lead-plated terminal lug
ground conductor.
e. Where racks are shipped unassembled, number or match-mark all parts to facilitate
field assembly and provide installation instructions.
v. Terminals and connectors

a. Connectors shall meet the requirements of UL 486A or comparable standard by any
nationally recognized testing laboratory (NRTL) recognized under 29 CFR 1910.7.
b. Clearly mark each cell post for permanent identification of polarity, and seal to the
cover.
c. Provide lead-plated copper bus bar connectors for connecting the jars in series. All
connecting bus and hardware shall be able to carry the 10-hour rating of the battery,
or a continuous current equal to the battery's end-of-discharge voltage of 1.80 V per
cell, whichever provides the higher current-carrying capability. This shall be
accomplished without exceeding a temperature rise of 30°C above ambient. Interjar
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connectors supplied shall in no way affect installation of the flame arrester vents
provided with the cells.
d. For jars mounted on the same step of a battery rack, provide interjar connectors of
such a length as to allow an air space of approximately 1/2 inch (13 mm) between jars.
e. Provide insulated cable connectors between steps and between jars on different rack
sections where the rack sections are located adjacent to each other, or back-to-back.
Arrange cable on the racks to prevent external mechanical damage.
f. The Contractor shall provide the cable interconnections between the battery string
(positive and negative terminals) and the battery charger. The Contractor shall also
provide the inter-rack and inter-step cabling where rack sections are not arranged
end-to-end or back-to-back.
g. Provide ground conductor for battery rack.
h. Interconnection cable must be laid in a concealed high impact PVC conduit or trunking.
vi. Fuse
a. The Contractor shall provide appropriate sized fuse of complete with an insulating
base, large set-screw cable lugs, and protective transparent cover.
b. The fuse shall be placed at each positive and negative terminal and shall have separate
fuse box, in between the battery string and the battery charger.
4. Accessories
Furnish and deliver with each set of battery (4 sets), any and all accessories essential for
proper installation, operation and maintenance. Accessories include the following but not
limited to:
i) Multimeter (Fluke brand OR equivalent)

ii) Current Clamp meter (Fluke brand OR equivalent)
iii) IR Thermometer.
iv) Protective grease for connections.
v) Wall-mounted accessories box
vi) Signage for battery hazard, handling and maintenance
vii) Trolley for loading and unloading battery
viii) Handling Fuse
5. Spare parts, accessories, and special tools.
i. Spare parts
Provide a list of recommended spare parts, identifying each one and the specific
subassembly to which it applies.
ii. Special tools

Furnish all special tools necessary for installation, startup, operation, maintenance, and
adjustment of the equipment and of the accessories provided. Provide a list of all special
tools furnished, identifying the function of each tool and the specific items for which it is
used. Furnish insulated tools where required.
6. Surface preparation and coatings
i. Corrosion protection
Select a coating system for the steel battery racks to provide corrosion protection during
shipment, storage, and operation in the environment indicated in paragraph 3.2.1. The
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coating system provided shall resist the corrosive effects of the battery electrolyte,
resistant to 93% sulfuric acid in immersion duty. Stainless steel, galvanized, bronze and
other nonferrous surfaces will not require coating.
ii. Steel treatment

Steel surfaces shall receive Contractor's standard treatment prior to application of the
coating system.
iii. Color
Primer and top coat materials shall be by the same manufacturer. Final color shall be
manufacturer's standard light grey.
1. Equipment marking.
2. Nameplate
Provide a corrosion-resistant nameplate with clearly legible writing for each battery
system, in an easily visible place. It shall provide all necessary information pertaining
to the equipment but, as a minimum, include the following:
- manufacturer's name
- type of battery cell
- manufacturer's type designation
- nominal electrolyte specific gravity at (25°C)
- date of manufacture.
iv. Schematic Drawings.

Provide laminated schematic drawings, posted at visible place inside the battery’s room.
v. Polarity markings
For each battery cell, the positive posts shall be marked either with a positive sign (+) or
letters "POS." Negative posts shall carry a negative sign (-) or the letters "NEG."
vi. Cell numbers from "1" to highest cell number for each battery cell, and positive (+) and
negative (-) sign labels, with provision for permanent field mounting on cell jars or racks.
Contractor shall also provide battery rack number labels. The cell and battery rack number
labels shall be corrosion resistant.
vii. Provide battery- related warning/ danger signage to be installed at each respective site.
7. Installation
The Contractor shall install the batteries complete with accessories. Provide adequate skilled
and competence manpower to carry out installation and startup. Provide adequate
information covering installation requirements (methodology, installation manual, guideline,
drawing and etc) in time for Employer's use.
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Overall summary of sites technical specification

Component Site 1 Site 2 Site 3 Site 4
Melela Sg. Tengah Blau Peta
Battery Type 3 Type 3 Type 2 Type 3
Battery Capacity: At least At least At least At least
• Power capacity 360 kWh 360 kWh 288 kWh 360 kWh
• Nominal Cell Voltage 2 VPC 2 VPC 2 VPC 2 VPC
Type Of Battery Valve-Regulated Lead Valve-Regulated Valve-Regulated Lead Valve-Regulated

Acid Battery Lead Acid Battery Acid Battery Lead Acid Battery
Diesel Generator Type 1 Type 2 Type 3 Type 2
Generator Capacity (Additional/ New) At least At least At least At least
48 kW at 0.8 PF 48 kW at 0.8 PF 2 x 36 kW at 0.8 PF 48 kW at 0.8 PF
AC System Voltage 415 V, 415 V, 415 V, 415 V,
3 Phase, 50Hz 3 Phase, 50Hz 3 Phase, 50Hz 3 Phase, 50Hz
Solar PV
Solar PV Capacity At least At least At least At least
30 kWp 35 kWp 25 kWp 42 kWp
Hybrid System Controller Type 4 Type 3 Type 2 Type 3
Inverter/Rectifier At least At least At least At least
(For battery and/or solar PV) 60 kW 45 kW 30 kW 45 kW
• Capacity
• AC System Voltage 415 V, 415 V, 415 V, 415 V,
3 Phase, 50Hz 3 Phase, 50Hz 3 Phase, 50Hz 3 Phase, 50Hz
Solar Charge Controller / PV Inverter At least At least At least At least
30 kWp x 110% 35 kWp x 110% 25 kWp x 110% 42 kWp x 110%
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C. QUALITY ASSURANCE
1. General
Contractor shall have methods to assure that items and services, including subcontracted
items and services, comply with this specification.
2. Employer surveillance
Manufacturing, processing, testing and inspection operations affecting the equipment or
material shall be subject to surveillance by the Employer.
3. Fabrication sequence
Prior to production, submit a fabrication sequence describing inspection and/or tests to be
performed, for use in determining inspection points which the Employer may desire to
witness. The Employer will advise the Contractor, prior to production, of those fabrication
steps and shop inspection points that the Employer desires to witness. The Contractor shall
give the Employer adequate notice, at least 5 working days, prior to those fabrication steps
and tests which the Employer desires to witness.
4. Production Test
Perform the following production tests at the factory:
i) Cell voltage measurement.
The tolerance shall be + 20mV from a nominal 2.0 V/cell.
ii) Pressure-relief vent operation and reseal.
Shall pass manufacturer’s standard test.
iii) Cell-jar leakage test.
5. Deviations
All deviations to this specification shall be documented and referred to the Employer for
disposition.
6. QA documentation
Provide the following quality assurance (QA) documents for the Employer's records:
i) Certificate of compliance, stating the following: "All work provided by Contractor under
this specification complies with all requirements of this specification and Employer-
accepted deviations."
ii) Documents identifying deviations and their acceptance.
D. INSPECTION AND TESTING
1. General
i) Purpose of tests
Factory and field tests shall be conducted to determine the materials and work are free
from defects, and to establish design and construction meet the requirements of this
specification and the purchase order. Employer acceptance of the equipment shall not
relieve the Contractor of responsibility for meeting all the requirements of this
specification.
ii) Expense of testing
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The cost of equipment, instruments, tools, personnel, and other expenses incidental to the
tests, including replacement of damaged materials and subsequent retests, shall be borne
by Contractor. This does not include Employer's expense in witnessing the tests.
iii) Tenderer shall provide with the proposal, a list and specifications of the Contractor's
testing equipment to carry out a Performance and Field Test. Before
commencing/performing any test (i.e Factory Test, Performance Test and Field Test),
tenderer shall provide a complete testing procedure for Employer reviewing and approval.
The tenderer is requested to produce a specific test procedure/method to be carried out,
to ensure the battery's performance is conformed to Employer's requirement and/or
manufacturer specification.
iv) Failed tests
If the battery system or any part of it fails to meet the specified performance guarantees,
correct/rework or replace the part which fails, as mutually agreed with the Employer.
v) Tests results
Submit test results for Employer review.
a. Tests in Factory
- Batch test
Perform the production test at the factory and submit the test result for Employer
review and approval. The quantity of the battery shall be 5% (Five Percent) from
the total quantity of batteries supplied for this contract.
- Factory Acceptance Test (FAT)
Perform Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) at the factory prior to delivery of
equipment. The Employer reserves its right to witness the FAT if required.
- Performance Test
The Contractor shall perform a battery performance test at the factory prior to the
delivery of the batteries to job site. In the event that the batteries are imported
from foreign country in dry charged condition, the Contractor shall perform a
battery performance test at a certified local battery workshop or factory prior to
the delivery to job site. The Employer shall witness the test.
b. Field Test
Upon installation and commission of the battery system, the Employer will perform a
battery performance test in accordance with IEEE 450 on the fully-assembled batteries
at the job site. The test will be based on the battery manufacturer's ampere-hour
rating of the battery. Contractor may attend this test as noted in Schedule A,
paragraph 10.
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E. TRAINING
1. Contractor shall provide training for operation and maintenance. The number of participants
will be advised by the Employer.
2. The cost of organizing the training and other expenses incidental to the training shall be borne
by Contractor. This does not include Employer’s expenses in attending the training.
F. PREPARATION FOR DELIVERY
i. Delivery
If the battery system is imported from other country, the Contractor is responsible for the
transportation from the country of origin to Malaysia. Whether the battery is imported or local
manufactured, the Contractor shall deliver the battery system to each respective sites.
ii. Cleanliness
At the time of shipment, the equipment shall be clean inside and outside. Remove all rust, oil,
grease (except corrosion-inhibiting compound on cell posts), chalk, crayon, and paint marks,
and other deleterious material from all surfaces of the equipment. Touch up any cuts, nicks, or
scratches to the coating system.
iii. Preparation for shipping and storage

i) Packaging equipment for shipment to protect it from damage during shipment and
subsequent storage.
ii) Protect all openings to prevent damage, corrosion, and entrance of foreign matter
during shipment and storage.
iii) Adequately support equipment for shipment. Crate or box loose parts for shipment,
appropriately identified.
iv) Label and number packaging so that each section or assembly may be identified before
being uncrated.
v) Ship each cell dry and charged dry, and with separate electrolyte. Batteries that are
shipped charged shall be suitable for storage for a period of at least three months
without the need for charging.
vi) The Contractor shall provide a storage environment similar to the installation location.
vii) Provide storage and handling instructions including descriptions for periodic inspections
and/or storage maintenance to assure that no deterioration will occur during storage.
Securely fasten one set of these instructions to the outside of the shipping unit.
viii) Provide recommended instructions for long-term storage.
G. DOCUMENTATION
1. General
i) Submit the drawings and data required by the specification within the time specified for
Employer's review.
ii) The Employer's general review of drawings and data or waiver of same shall in no event
relieve Contractor of any responsibility to meet all requirements of this specification or the
purchase order.
2. Drawings and Data.

Provide with the proposal, the following drawings, and data:
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i) Sufficient illustrative and descriptive material to allow a detailed evaluation of the

equipment being proposed. Contractor-provided data shall indicate the guaranteed
performance data, predicted performance, interface characteristics, installation
instructions, and construction features of all Contractor-provided equipment. The accuracy
of such information and the compatibility of such information with overall performance
requirements specified by the Employer, are the sole responsibility of Contractor.
ii) Preliminary general assembly drawing(s) indicating approximate overall dimensions and
clearances needed for operation and maintenance or a statement that Employer's battery
room dimensions are satisfactory to accommodate the battery string. Indicate the
minimum required clearances between battery racks, between battery racks and other
equipment/structures, and vertical clearances for installation.
iii) Completed data sheets included in Schedule A.
iv) Complete listing of codes and standards referenced in Part I: General, paragraph 4 which
the battery system meets.
3. Instruction and maintenance manuals

Provide in the manner, four (4) numbers of copies, and within the time limits, as set forth in
these specifications, instruction manuals in accordance with the Employer's requirements. One
copy of the instructions applicable to each component or group of components, if there are no
differences, shall be shipped with the component(s). Include details of the maintenance work,
testing and record-keeping and a typical example of a maintenance report.
H. DATA SUBMISSION SCHEDULE
ITEM DESCRIPTION CONTRACTOR'S SUBMISSION

DATE
1 Preliminary drawings, performance With proposal
data, catalogue/ brochure, data of cell
features details for the Employer to
evaluate equipment
2 Completed data forms With proposal
3 Warranty statement With proposal
4 Shop drawings/construction drawing & 4 weeks before shipment
data
5 Installation & maintenance 4 weeks before shipment
instructions/ manuals
6 Contractor's recommended instructions 4 weeks before shipment
for long-term storage
7 Storage and handling instructions 4 weeks before shipment
8 Testing procedure (Factory Test, 2 weeks before each commencing
Performance Test and Field Test) of test
8 Factory test results 2 weeks before shipment
9 Certificate of compliance With shipment
10 Quality assurance (QA) documents With shipment
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Part 2: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION OF BATTERY SYSTEM

Section 2
• TECHNICAL SCHEDULE
NOTE : Tenderer is advised to read and examined the technical specification depicted in this section carefully.
Tenderer need to complete the schedule which represents the official offer pertaining to the
equipment, works, technical, specification, ratings and standard. Each page of this section shall be
stamped with tenderer offical stamp and initialed by the authorised person.
VALVE-REGULATED LEAD ACID BATTERY DATA SHEETS
Minimum Requirement Offered Specifications;

Descriptions
Specifications Please describe in details
1. General Data
Manufacturer Tenderer to specify …………………………………..
Model Number Tenderer to specify Type 1 :

(1200AH)
Type 2 :
(2000AH)
Type 3 :
(2200AH)
Tenderer to specify (To provide

Country Of Origin
letter of Originality from the
manufacturer) …………………………………..
Provide Letter of Authorisation
from OEM / Manufacturer
Country of Manufacturer
specifying manufacturer’s YES / NO
address and contact person.
(to provide Warranty YES / NO
*Warranty :
Statement)
2 years YES / NO
* Manufacturing Defect
*Terminal Post cracking 5 years YES / NO
*Operating Life & 5 years YES / NO

Performance
*Applications : Deep-cycle, renewable energy YES / NO

application
The product shall have at least

10 years spare parts & support
service whereby all required
spare parts & technical support
are available within the
period.(To provide warranty
* Spare Parts & Support
statement)
Service
YES / NO
SPEC-1

Descriptions
2. System Characteristic
* Amp-Hour-Capacity (at 10hour

rate (C10)
Please specify the manufacturer
Battery Capacity:- rating for each model/type Type 1 :
supplied. The proposed amp- (1200Ah) AH
*Type 1 (at least 1200Ah) hour rating shall be equivalent
or higher to the required amp- Type 2 :
*Type 2 (at least 2000Ah) hour rating (-5%,+10%). (2000Ah) AH
*Type 3 (at least 2200Ah) Type 3 :

(2200Ah) AH
*Type of battery
Valve-Regulated Lead Acid Type 1 : YES / NO
*Type 1 (1200AH) (1200Ah)
*Type 2 (2000AH) Type 2 : YES / NO

(2000Ah)
*Type 3 (2200AH)
Type 3 : YES / NO
(2200Ah)
*Nominal Voltage 2V Type 1 :

(1200Ah) YES / NO
Type 2 :
(2000Ah) YES / NO
Type 3 :
(2200Ah) YES / NO
Number of Positive Plate Tenderer to specify Type 1 :

(1200Ah)
Type 2 :
(2000Ah)
Type 3 :
(2200Ah)
Thickness of Positive Plate Tenderer to specify Type 1 :

(1200Ah) mm
Type 2 :
(2000Ah) mm
Type 3 :
SPEC-2

Descriptions
(2200Ah) mm
*Positive Plate Construction Tubular Type Type 1 : YES / NO

(1200Ah)
Type 2 : YES / NO
(2000Ah)
Type 3 : YES / NO
(2200Ah)
*Grid alloy Lead Antimony (<2%) Type 1 : YES / NO

(1200Ah)
Type 2 : YES / NO
(2000Ah)
Type 3 : YES / NO
(2200Ah)
*End- of- Duty Cycle Voltage or 1.80V/cell Type 1 :

Minimum Voltage (1200Ah) Volt/Cell
During Duty Cycle
Type 2 :
(2000Ah) Volt/Cell
Type 3 :
(2200Ah) Volt/Cell
*Life cycle Min 1200 @ 80% DOD At 20 Type 1 :

Degrees Celsius (1200Ah)
Type 2 :
(2000Ah)
Type 3 :
(2200Ah)
Type 1 : YES / NO
(1200Ah)
(To provide life cycle vs DOD
curve) Type 2 : YES / NO
(2000Ah)
Type 3 : YES / NO
(2200Ah)
SPEC-3

Descriptions
Recommended Battery Charger
Data:
◼ Floating voltage range Tenderer to specify Type 1 :

(1200Ah)
Type 2 :
(2000Ah)
Type 3 :
(2200Ah)
◼ Equalizing voltage range Tenderer to specify Type 1 :

(1200Ah)
Type 2 :
(2000Ah)
Type 3 :
(2200Ah)
◼ Maximum cell Voltage Tenderer to specify Type 1 :

(1200Ah)
Type 2 :
(2000Ah)
Type 3 :
(2200Ah)
◼ Current rating Tenderer to specify Type 1 :

(1200Ah)
Type 2 :
(2000Ah)
Type 3 :
(2200Ah)
◼ Maximum Charge Current Tenderer to specify Type 1 :

(1200Ah)
Type 2 :
(2000Ah)
Type 3 :
(2200Ah)
SPEC-4

Descriptions
◼ Recharge time:
Type 1 :
Float charge Tenderer to specify (1200Ah) Hours
Equalizing charge Hours

Type 2
(2000Ah)
: Hours
Hours
Type 1
(1200Ah)
: Hours
Hours
◼ Heat Released During :

Tenderer to specify _________________________(W)
Discharge duty cycle
_________________________(W)
Float charge
Equalizing charge
_________________________(W)
Self-discharged rate Tenderer to specify

Type 1 :
(1200Ah) Amp/ Month
* The battery shall self-
discharged upon no connection
with load, hence no charging Type 2 :
(2000Ah) Amp/ Month
and discharging cycle during the
period.
Type 3 :
(2200Ah) Amp/ Month
Time battery can be stored Tenderer to specify Type 1 :

(1200Ah) Month
without a recharge.
Type 2 :
(2000Ah) Month
Type 3 :
(2200Ah) Month
3. Performance Data
a. Float Voltage Without Type 1 (1200AH)

a. :
Equalizing
V/cell
b. :
b. Float Voltage With Equalizing V/cell
SPEC-5

Descriptions
c.
c. Equalizing Charge Voltage V/cell
d. :
Once every …….……… days
d. Recommended Frequency of All cells shall be suitable for at e. :
Equalizing Charge least float at 2.25 V per cell and hours
equalize at 2.35 V per cell. The f. :
V/cell
e Recommended Duration of minimum discharge voltage
g. :
Equalizing Charge shall be 1.80 V per cell (V/cell) at 25 oC
f. Open-Circuit Voltage Type 2 (2000AH)

a. :
V/cell
g. Short-Circuit Current at Short- b. :
V/cell
Circuited (bolted) Battery c.
Terminals at Float Voltage V/cell
(temperature at 25°C) d. :
e. :
hours
f. :
V/cell
g. :
(V/cell) at 25 oC
Type 3 (2200AH)
a. :
V/cell
b. :
V/cell
c.
V/cell
d. :
e. :
hours
f. :
V/cell
g. :
(V/cell) at 25 oC
4. Physical Description
a. Cell Features: Type 1 (1200AH)

• Size (L x W x H)
……………… X ……………… X ……………… mm
• Weight with electrolyte
kg
• Weight without kg
electrolyte Tenderer to specify
Liters
• Volume of electrolyte
Type 2 (2000AH)
……………… X ……………… X ……………… mm
kg
SPEC-6

Descriptions
kg
Liters
Type 3 (2200AH)
……………… X ……………… X ……………… mm
kg
kg
Liters
b. Jar construction
• *Jar cover material SAN, high impact plastic cover ______________________________
• *Jar container material SAN, high impact transparent ______________________________

• Separator material
Microporous rubber or ______________________________
equivalent
• Retainer material
______________________________
• Vent plug/sprayproof PVC & Glass fibre or equivalent
vent
Flame arrester type
_____________________________
(please specify other features of
• Electrolyte level marking supplied vent plug)
Mark at least one side of each

cell
_____________________________
Made of steel and properly

c. Battery Rack:
insulated and coated with anti-
• *Material
corrosion and acid-resistant ______________________________
For each battery system

• *Quantity of racks for
_____________________________
the battery
2-step
• *Type
_____________________________
d. Total Net Weight of Battery

Including Racks & accessories Tenderer to specify Type 1 (600AH)
SPEC-7

Descriptions
kg
Type 2 (1200AH)
kg
Type 3 (1500AH)
kg
e. Provide Drawing of Assembled

Battery, including Rack Tenderer to provide YES / NO
Dimensions
Each rack shall have a ground

loop connection point and a
lead plated terminal lug for
ground conductor.
f. Ground terminal
Insulated copper cable for YES / NO
ground conductor.
Earthing resistance shall less

than 3 ohm
g. Terminal Post
▪ Number of terminal Tenderer to specify …………………. Positive terminal
…………………. Negative terminal
▪ Terminal post features Terminal post to be designed to YES / NO

prevent terminal cracking
(Please specify features of ……………………………………………………………
terminal post) ……………………………………………………………
…..
▪ Technical drawing Tenderer to provide YES / NO
h. Connectors:
i. Intercell :
*Type Insulated Cable / Busbar ______________________________
*Material Copper / Lead-plated copper ______________________________
No. per connection Tenderer to specify ______________________________
Size (mm²) Tenderer to specify __________________________ mm²
Rating Tenderer to specify __________________________Amp
SPEC-8

Descriptions
ii. Inter-Step:
*Type Insulated cable connector ______________________________
*Material Copper ______________________________
No. per connection Tenderer to specify ______________________________
Size (mm²) Tenderer to specify __________________________ mm²
Rating Tenderer to specify __________________________Amp
5. INSPECTION, TESTING &

DELIVERY
a. Factory Acceptance Test •To be done at the factory
•Shall be witnessed by the YES/NO
Employer.
•Cost of FAT shall be at Please state where the test will take
Contractor cost. place (Company’s Name & Location
•Test result is required. Address)
•All expenses shall be borne by ……………………………………………………………
contractor with TNB’s Manager ……………………………………………………………
Eligibility. ……………………………………………………………
b. Field Test AND Testing & •To be carried out by the
Commissioning Contractor at respective site.
•Must be witnessed by the YES/NO
Employer.
•Test results are required.
SPEC-9
DRAWINGS
Pakej 1,2,4 & 5

Pakej 1,2,4 & 5

Pakej 1,2,4 & 5

Pakej 1,3,4 & 5

PRICE SCHEDULE
STATIONS AT PERAK, KELANTAN JOHOR (PACKAGE 4)
PRICE SCHEDULE
PRICE PER
TOTAL PRICE TOTAL PRICE
UNIT
QTY EXCLUSIVE OF SST (RM) INCLUSIVE OF
No Description EXCLUSIVE
(A) SST (RM) (D) SST (RM)
OF SST (RM)
(C)= (AxB) (E)= (C+D)
(B)
A Battery System
i Supply of Valve-Regulated Lead Acid (VRLA) Battery System complete with battery rack, cabling and related accessories.
a) Type 1 (at least 1200Ah)

120 cells X 2 site
Actual Capacity : …………………..… Ah
b) Type 2 (at least 2000Ah)

120 cells X 1 sites
c) Type 3 (at least 2200Ah)

120 cells X 1 sites
ii Supply and deliver of accessories inclusive of :
a. Multimeter (FLUKE or equivalent) 2 Units _________ ___________
b. Current clamp meter (FLUKE or equivalent) 2 Units _________ ___________
c. Digital IR Thermometer 2 Units _________ ___________
d. Wall-mounted Accessories box 4 Units _________ ___________
e. Safety Signage & Marking 4 Lots _________ ___________
f. Insulated socket wrench for connector bolt 4 Units _________ ___________
g. Trolley 4 Units _________ ___________
h. Fuse handler 4 Units _________ ___________
PS-1
PRICE SCHEDULE
PRICE PER
UNIT
OF SST (RM)
(C)= (AxB) (E)= (C+D)
(B)
B INSTALLATION
i Installation work for Battery System complete with accessories;
a) Type 1 (1200AH) 2 lot
b) Type 2 (2000AH) 1 lot
c) Type 3 (2200AH) 1 lot
C DELIVERY
i Shipment from country of origin to Malaysia 1 Lot
ii Transportation to project site inclusive land and sea transportation (inclusive marine insurance if applicable) to sites.
a) SHS Kg. Melela, Gerik, Perak 1 Lot
b) SHS Kg. Sg. Perak, Gerik, Perak 1 Lot
c) SHS Kg. Blau, Gua Musang, Kelantan 1 Lot
d) SHS Kg. Peta, Mersing, Johor 1 Lot
GRAND TOTAL PRICE SCHEDULE A:
PS-2
PRICE SCHEDULE
PRICE PER
UNIT
OF SST (RM)
(C)= (AxB) (E)= (C+D)
(B)
D TESTING & COMMISSIONING
Test & Commission of Battery System inclusive of:

i
a) Factory Acceptance Test
- Sampling units (6 Units of batteries/ 5% of the total quantity of batteries supplied) 1 lot
- Expenses of testing 1 Lot

- Expenses of transportation and accommodation of Employer’s authorized personnel to
witness the FAT at the equipment’s factory.
- Equivalent to TNB Eligibility 2 pax
- Air ticket Business Class
b) Performance Test (at local testing workshop) 1 Lot
c) Field Test at respective site (to include expenses of testing only). 1 Lot
Inspection (Defect Liability Period)

E 4 times
- To perform the required inspection works on the batteries and other related accessories.
F Others
Other works / equipment not stated in BQ but specified in the drawings/ specification or
commonly / trivially necessary for the completion of the installation and proper functioning of
the system that is supplied with this contract (Please Specify):
a)……………………………………………………………………………
b) …………………………………………………………………………
c) …………………………………………………………………………
GRAND TOTAL PRICE SCHEDULE B:

GRAND TOTAL PRICE SCHEDULE (A+B):
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The contract comprises the “TNBES-TS021/2024 (RFx: 4000046506) :SUPPLY, DELIVER,

3. STANDARDS AND CODES OF PRACTICE

British Standards (BS)

a. BS6290 part 1 & 3

Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Inc. (IEEE):

Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL)

7. MATERIAL & TESTING

10. ACCESS TO WORK BY AUTHORISED PERSON(S)

11. SITE SECURITY

12. MAINTENANCE OF SITE

13. SAFETY OF PERSONNEL AND SERVICES

14. ACCOMMODATION & STORAGE

15. PROGRESS MEETING

17. TIME FOR COMPLETION

18. EXTENSION OF CONTRACT PERIOD

19. FINAL RECORDS

20. PROJECT SCHEDULE

No Description Start Completion

PART 2: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Part 2A: General Specification of Solar Hybrid System

No. Station Capacity

Part 2B: Technical Specification of Sealed-Type Lead Acid Battery

i. Provide and conduct training complete with the materials.

No. Station Capacity

Amp- Hour Capacity As above

Battery Room Ambient Temperature Range 25ºC to 35ºC

ii. Duty cycle

iv. Charging cycle

3. Design and construction

ii. Battery Type

iii. Cell features

iv. Battery racks

v. Terminals and connectors

i) Multimeter (Fluke brand OR equivalent)

5. Spare parts, accessories, and special tools.

ii. Special tools

6. Surface preparation and coatings

ii. Steel treatment

iv. Schematic Drawings.

Overall summary of sites technical specification

Type Of Battery Valve-Regulated Lead Valve-Regulated Valve-Regulated Lead Valve-Regulated

D. INSPECTION AND TESTING

ii) Expense of testing

iv) Failed tests

F. PREPARATION FOR DELIVERY

iii. Preparation for shipping and storage

2. Drawings and Data.

i) Sufficient illustrative and descriptive material to allow a detailed evaluation of the

3. Instruction and maintenance manuals

H. DATA SUBMISSION SCHEDULE

ITEM DESCRIPTION CONTRACTOR'S SUBMISSION

Part 2: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION OF BATTERY SYSTEM

VALVE-REGULATED LEAD ACID BATTERY DATA SHEETS

Minimum Requirement Offered Specifications;

Manufacturer Tenderer to specify …………………………………..

Model Number Tenderer to specify Type 1 :

Tenderer to specify (To provide

*Operating Life & 5 years YES / NO

*Applications : Deep-cycle, renewable energy YES / NO

a. Multimeter (FLUKE or equivalent) 2 Units _ ___

b. Current clamp meter (FLUKE or equivalent) 2 Units _ ___

c. Digital IR Thermometer 2 Units _ ___

d. Wall-mounted Accessories box 4 Units _ ___

e. Safety Signage & Marking 4 Lots _ ___