Publication date: 31 July 2020
Submission date: 30 October 2020
Category: Construction
Country: Zambia
Entity: Republic of Zambia
Description: The scope of the works contracts will cover the rehabilitation, extension and strengthening of the existing low voltage distribution networks (11kV and 400V overhead lines) in eight (8) pre-selected high-density low-income areas of Lusaka city. The scope of works will include the supply of material and equipment plus the subsequent installation and commissioning for low voltage distribution networks composed of 185 mm2 XLPE 11kV 3 core cable, 100 mm2 ACSR conductor overhead lines at 11kV, 315kVA 11/0.4kV and 100kVA 11/0.4kV distribution transformers, and 95 mm2 ABC conductor overhead lines at 0.4kV. The overhead distribution lines will be constructed using wooden poles.
The upgraded distribution network will introduce additional electricity power capacity to enable the connection of at least 63,000 new beneficiaries - individual households, social/public amenities and micro and small medium enterprises in preselected urban and peri-urban areas of Lusaka.
