CLIENT: CALTEX AUSTRALIA
LOCATION: Newman, WA.
SCOPE:
Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC).
TECHNICAL SITUATION
APD was engaged by Caltex to undertake provide the following EPC services:
- Feasibility study to determine the network impact and options to supply the load request;
- Prepare budget cost estimates and technical / economic evaluation of supply arrangement options;
- Liaise with BHPIOSA to seek approval on the recommended option;
- Perform detailed design for the HV and LV installations including powerline modifications and cable reticulation to supply Caltex load;
- Prepare the HV submission including the power systems (load flow, short circuit and protection grading), and detailed earthing system design;
- Prepare equipment specifications and contractual scope documentation;
- Conduct tendering to procure the long lead items and construction works;
- Witness Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), project management and coordinate delivery of the equipment to site and deployment of hired generators;
- Prepare and coordinate outage plans with BHPBIOSA;
- Obtain a certified traffic management plan and coordinate its implementation on-site;
- Community consultation through letter drop, door knocking and public forums;
- Provide technical assistance, testing and commissioning, site construction verification and final sign off;
- Project close out including as-builts and operate and maintain documentation.
SERVICES PROVIDED
- Procurement & Construction Management;
- Project & Contract Management;
- Site Specific Quality Management System Implementation;
- Finance Management & Cost Control;
- Feasibility Studies & Concept Designs;
- Engineering & Detailed Design;
- Budget Estimating & Tendering;
- Factory and Site Acceptance Testing (FAT, SAT).