Salang Tunnel Transmission Line Tap and 220/20kV Substation Project

Budget information contained herein is for illustrative purposes. All policy, personal, financial, and procurement sensitive information has been removed. The report was prepared for the United States Agency for International Development, Contract No. EDH-I-00-08-00027-00, Task Order 01, Afghanistan Engineering Support Program. Principal contacts include Firouz Rooyani, Senior Vice President, International Operations, Tetra Tech, Inc., and other project managers and engineers. The document outlines the scope of work for the Salang Tunnel Transmission Line Tap and 220/20kV Substation Project. The project aims to design, supply, and install a transmission line tap and substation to improve the power transmission system in Afghanistan. The project is part of the Afghanistan Power Transmission Expansion Program, which aims to increase the country's power transmission capacity. The report provides detailed specifications for the project, including the design and installation of the transmission line tap and substation. The project will be implemented in two phases, with the first phase focusing on the design and procurement of equipment, and the second phase focusing on the installation and testing of the equipment. The project will be carried out by a consortium of international and local companies, with Tetra Tech, Inc. serving as the lead consultant. The report outlines the technical requirements for the project, including the specifications for the transmission line tap and substation. The project will involve the installation of a 220/20kV substation near the Salang Tunnel, which will provide a reliable and efficient power transmission system for the region. The project will also involve the installation of a transmission line tap, which will connect the substation to the existing power transmission system. The report provides detailed information on the project's timeline, budget, and technical requirements. The project is expected to be completed within 24 months, with a budget of $10 million. The project will be implemented in accordance with international standards and best practices, and will be monitored and evaluated by the project team and the client. The report also outlines the project's environmental and social impact, including the potential risks and mitigation measures. The project will be carried out in accordance with the client's environmental and social policies, and will involve the engagement of local communities and stakeholders. The report concludes by outlining the project's benefits and outcomes, including the improved power transmission capacity and reliability, and the increased economic benefits for the region. The project will contribute to the development of Afghanistan's power transmission system, and will help to improve the country's energy security and economic growth.