d. SON _106-132_

No. IRCON/9030/MAL.SGDT/S&T/Commn./Pkg.III Date:04.01.2010

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STATEMENT OF NEEDS


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2. STATEMENT OF NEEDS FOR SYSTEMS WORKS 2.1 Background 2.1.1 The government of Malaysia has approved the implementation of the Double Track

Project to upgrade the railway infrastructure including Signalling and Communications between Seremban and Gemas with the intention of increasing the speed, frequency, capacity and efficiency of the train services whilst enhancing operational safety of both passenger and freight trains (hereinafter defined as the ‘Project’).

2.2 Implementation of the Project 2.2.1 The duration of the contract is five years and has to be carried out effectively to

complete the project within the stipulated contract period. 2.2.2 This document is for Systems Works Package only and shall be read together with

the Instruction to Contractor (ITC), Special Provisions to Conditions of Contract (SPCOC), Conditions of Contract (COC), all Appendices and Drawings as issued by the Government to the Contractor.

2.2.3 Under the Systems Works, the route between Seremban and Gemas to be electrified

using a 25 kV, 50 Hz, single phase overhead line system and equipped with modern signalling, communications and related systems.

2.2.4 All systems, equipment and materials must comply fully with the respective

Specifications. 2.2.5 The construction schedule and method of construction for System works shall take

into account simultaneous mobilisation and construction on various sites along the route to expedite the progress of works.

2.2.6 The Works shall be so scheduled and planned that there shall be minimal

interference or disruption to the existing train operations and shall not reduce the number of train services.

2.2.7 The Contractor is required to submit a comprehensive proposal within the stipulated

time frame for provision of modern and proven systems for electrification, signalling, communications and related facilities for the proposed electrified double track project.

2.2.8 The Contract between the Contractor and the Government to execute the Project

shall be carried out on a Fixed Lump Sum, Design and Build basis. 2.2.9 The following information and details shall be included in the Contractor’s proposal

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• Detailed technical description, brochures, drawings and data sheets of materials, equipment and system components to be supplied;

• List of suppliers nominated for supply of materials, equipment and system components;

• Proposed project approach and method of construction;

• Project schedules with milestones of completion for each phase of works;

• List of professional firms to be engaged and their scope;

• List of sub-contractors to be employed and their scope;

• List of key personnel to be employed and proposed project organisation;

• Statement of compliance in respect with statement of needs, technical specifications and general requirements stipulated in this document.

The Contractor shall ensure the adequacy of the proposal to enable an effective

evaluation by the S.O. The Contractor shall also furnish proof for sufficiency of implementation capacity to complete the contracted Works within the stipulated Contract period. Such details should not be confined to those specified in the listed schedules but should extend to all descriptions and information which are deemed to be able to adequately amplify the Contractor’s available resources, understanding of the tasks involved, requisite expertise and experience.

2.3 Location of the Works

2.3.1 The location of works under the Infrastructure Package extends from Chainage 461.500 Km near Seremban station and ends at Chainage 564.000 near Gemas.

2.3.2 The works under this Systems Package will extend beyond the limits indicated for

the Infrastructure Package, as required for the Systems Works, including interfacing and integration with existing signalling, communications, electrifications and related systems, as stated in the Contract Documents.

2.3.3 The Works shall generally be confined within the boundary of the KTMB railway

reserve, any acquired land intended for the Project and on any land owned by the Federal and/or State Governments, statutory bodies, local/town councils, etc. from whom permission to construct the respective Works shall have been granted.

2.3.4 All other locations of works and as required in the Contract Documents. These shall

include existing and new locations of stations, halts and other buildings, 2.4 Scope of the Systems Works 2.4.1 The Scope of Work includes execution and satisfactory completion of all Works

specified for signalling, communications, electrification and related systems works within the specified time scale and to the satisfaction of the S.O. The Works under the System Contract shall include the complete turnkey design, engineering, manufacture, supply, delivery, integration, interfacing, installation, testing,



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commissioning and provide guarantee during warranty period for provision of modern, reliable and proven signalling, communications, electrification and related systems for the operation of a modern double track electrified railway.

2.4.2 The Contractor shall also be responsible for procurement, manufacture,

transportation and handling of all materials and equipment necessary to satisfactorily complete the Works. It shall include provision of everything necessary (whether specifically mentioned in this specifications or not) including all small parts, items, etc., to ensure successful implementation and proper operation of the Works.

2.4.3 The Contractor must be familiar with the existing systems in KTMB and the

requirements for interfaces with these systems. The Contractor is also required to study the user requirements and assess the appropriate interfaces and modifications for all tie-in works. The Contractor shall submit his proposals to KTMB and obtain KTMB’s approval before proceeding with the detailed design. KTMB’s approval shall also be obtained before proceeding with the work. The user requirements, interfaces and modifications to be considered shall include, but not be limited to, the following: a. Study of the existing systems to facilitate the tie-in interfaces and modification

of related works, including any extension due to any additional works; b. Operational needs/requirements; and c. Interface check lists, drawings and documents to facilitate the confirmation of

the interface or tie-in works. 2.4.4 The Contractor shall take into account future KTMB traffic requirements as follows in

design and engineering of signalling system under this contract

• 123 express passenger trains per day in each direction, running with a maximum speed of 160 kph.

• 28 suburban passenger trains per day in each direction, running with a maximum speed of 160 kph.

• 23 freight trains per day in each direction, running with a maximum speed of 90 kph.

2.4.5 The Works shall be designed and engineered to be suitable for normal operation of

trains at speeds of up to 140 Kph. 2.4.6 The Contractor shall undertake the Scope of Works and meet all project deliverables

stipulated under the contract which shall include, but not necessarily be limited to the following:-

- Signalling, Communications and Related Systems, - 25 kV Overhead Line Electrification Systems, - Integration and Co-ordination with Infrastructure Works,



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- Construction of Buildings and Related Works,

- Consequential Works,

and other matters which are explained in more detail in the respective sections of this document.

2.5 Signalling, Communications and Related Systems

2.5.1 The Contractor shall undertake turnkey design, engineering, manufacturing, supply, installation, testing, commissioning, guarantee during warranty period and maintenance, as well providing requisite technical backup and support after the expiry of warranty period by a fully integrated system supplier accredited and approved by KTMB. It includes supply and integration of core signalling system components forming an integral part of a modern railway signalling system, namely the Centralised Train Control system, automatic block signalling system and processor based interlocking system.

2.5.2 The integrity and optimum functional performance of the signalling system, which

correlate with safety and swift train operations, are of paramount concern and the overriding consideration for the S.O in evaluation of the Contractor’s proposal and performance of this Contract. Besides emphasis shall also be accorded to ensure optimum reliability and availability of signalling systems as well as the Contractor’s ability to meet project deliverables and timely completion of the signalling works.

2.5.3 To ensure coherency, interoperability and seamless integration of core and vital

signalling system, the turnkey supply, design, engineering, installation, testing and commissioning of the automatic block signalling system and processor based interlocking system shall be undertaken by a fully integrated signalling system supplier with requisite performance records and capabilities, accredited and approved by the S.O.

2.5.4 The supplier for the signalling system shall furnish guarantee to KTMB for the

requisite technical backup and support for the vital signalling systems after the expiry of the stipulated warranty period.

2.5.5 All equipment to be supplied shall be of types approved for use by KTMB for new

projects. It should be noted that some equipment types, although still in use, may no longer be approved for new installations.

2.5.6 Multiple aspect colour light signals, shunt signals, route indicators, etc. (all being

L.E.D. types) electric point machines, track circuits, and fully track circuited block signalling systems (or systems based on axle counters in lieu of track circuits), including automatic intermediate block signals, shall be supplied and installed throughout the project area.

2.5.7 Signal posts shall not be installed on platforms at stations and halts. If any signals

are needed within in covered area of platforms areas they shall be suspended from



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the roof structure and such installations shall be taken into consideration in the design of the roof structure, where necessary, under Infrastructure Works.

2.5.8 Modern, proven, microprocessor based signal interlocking and control systems at all

stations and intermediate sidings (if any), throughout the project area. 2.5.9 To ensure optimum system availability, the processor based interlocking equipment

shall be duplicated in a truly hot standby configuration. Changeover between the two interlocking shall be automatic and seamless without discernible interruption to train operations. The interlocking equipment shall be equipped with dedicated back-up power supply to prevent unwarranted shutting down of the interlocking system attributable to UPS failures.

2.5.10 The VDU for local control and indication facilities for the signalling system at stations

shall be duplicated to enhance availability. 2.5.11 Modification of the existing signalling equipment at Seremban, and at stations

adjacent to the project area, as necessary, to interface and operate correctly with the new signalling system.

2.5.12 Suitable signalling system along the double track sectors between stations within

the project area between Seremban and Gemas, with automatic intermediate block signals, which shall fulfil operational and track capacity needs.

2.5.13 Upgrading and other related works to integrate and incorporate the signalling and

communication system between Seremban and Gemas into CTC system. 2.5.14 New signalling equipment already in service in the existing systems within the project

area, which complies fully with the technical requirements for the new systems may be retained and/or reused, as part of the new signalling system.

2.5.15 Level crossing protection equipment, including electrically operated barriers, signals,

signages, etc. for protection, as required. These may be required for level crossings at railway yards or depots.

2.5.16 VDU based local control and indication facilities with graphic display for real time

monitoring and control of the signalling system individually at every station and intermediate siding within the project area. These control facilities shall be for use by the station master, or other designated operations personnel when the system is not controlled from CTC. In addition, monitoring and maintenance facilities shall be supplied and installed in the equipment rooms, for use by the technician for maintenance purposes.

2.5.17 Technician’s monitoring and maintenance facilities including industrial grade

computers and VDUs shall be supplied and installed within the signalling equipment rooms at all the stations. It shall be incorporated with graphical display of the



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signalling schematic within the controlled area to enable real time monitoring, recording facilities and supervision of system status in the controlled area.

2.5.18 Diagnostic tool for full diagnosis of microprocessor based interlockings. The local

maintenance facilities provided at all stations within the project site shall have built-in facility for diagnosis of faults and generating graphical replay of interlocking logged events from both local (on-site) and from remote locations on demand to enable analysis and investigation of past incidents and events. All local technician maintenance facilities shall in turn be linked and connected to a Maintainer’s Office for real time remote monitoring and supervision of all interlockings within the project site. Dial up facility for real-time remote monitoring of all interlocking systems installed under the Contract shall also be included.

2.5.19 The processor based interlocking system shall have the following built-in application

software and simulation tools to facilitate KTMB in validation of logic design, re-designing or modifying the application data of microprocessor based interlocking system installed under the project. The Contractor shall supply manuals, test equipment, off-line systems, and software application and simulation tools with details furnished in the Contractor’s proposal. It shall include, but not be limited to, the following: -

i) A graphical configuration tool for designing, modifying and validating the

processor based interlocking equipment. It shall enable design audit or entering of data to specify logic operation including automatic transforming data into relay equivalent logic form familiar to signal engineers;

ii) A graphical simulator tool for simulating of graphic logic and testing of

application data for validating the correct logic operation of the processor based interlocking system and trackside equipment; and

iii) A graphic editor tool to modify graphic displays of VDUs for local control and

maintenance facilities. 2.5.20 Supply of two (2) portable test sets for the processor based interlocking system

offered which are suitable for testing of printed circuit boards and to be adapted as training module. The units shall be equipped with toggle switches for simulation of inputs from trackside equipment and also LED indications for output of status of track circuits and trackside equipment.

2.5.21 Modification and extension of Automatic Train Protection system (ATP) including

provision of transponders and trackside equipment for speed restriction, curves, gradient and other application for safe control of train operation. The transponders and trackside equipment supplied shall be fully compatible and interchangeable with KTMB’s existing ATP system.

2.5.22 Modification, Integrate and extension of CTC system (Centralised Traffic Control) at

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features, including (but not limited to) the Train Describer System (TDS). Train Time-tabling System (TTS), Automatic Train Reporting system (ATR) and Automatic Route Setting (ARS) functions, Under normal circumstances the whole of the project area shall be remotely monitored and controlled from the main CTC Centre in Kuala Lumpur Sentral. The reposition and rearrangement of the operator terminals and position of wall display indication at Kuala Lumpur Sentral CTC shall be take into account in the proposal. The Contractor is require to coordinate with North Double Track Project Contractor to rearrange the such works and the upgrading at Kuala Lumpur Sentral CTC.

2.5.23 Supply and installation of Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) equipment of required

capacity, inclusive of maintenance free type battery banks at all stations, intermediate sidings and halts. The UPS shall be based on n+1 configuration and automatic bypass, having not less than one (1) hour of back-up time. The UPS equipment shall supply power back-up for all signalling, communications, and information systems and equipment, and shall be designed to avoid single point of failure (e.g. by including multiple incoming power sources feeding to UPS system and by-passes). The power supply protection equipment for power feeding to critical equipment must not be prone to unnecessary tripping during surges (e.g. lightning, etc).

2.5.24 The new track layout at Gemas will also include a locomotive workshop with facilities

for inspection, fuelling and maintenance work, a permanent way maintenance depot, an electrification system maintenance depot and stabling/holding lines for trains. The new yard layout shall be fully signalled, including appropriate signals to control all train movements to and from these facilities. Separate local control facilities shall be provided, in addition to the Local Control Panel at the station, to facilitate localised train movements in the locomotive workshop, the permanent way maintenance depot, the electrification maintenance depot and the stabling/holding line areas. Appropriate communications facilities shall also be included.

2.5.25 Supply and installation of fibre optic cable based digital transmission system,

including a 24-core optic fibre cable, throughout the project area shall be laid along with other cables for signalling and communications systems, conforming to SDH STM-1 or STM-4 hierarchy including interfacing with the existing optical transmission system as required. The system shall include local and remote supervision facilities, management at CTC centre, loop back protection, etc. The contractor may utilise the spare capabilities available in the KTMB digital communication link between Seremban and new CTC office at KL Sentral to integrate Signalling and Communication facilities, subject to KTMB’s approval. The contractor is required to ascertain the availability may propose an alternative solution, if necessary.

2.5.26 Supply and installation of electronic Private Automatic Exchange (PAX) based Signal

Post Telephone (SPT) system, with telephones at all signals and at intermediate sidings throughout the project area, as well as facilities at stations for communication with the telephones in the adjacent areas. This PAX SPT system must also be linked to form a comprehensive network via the fibre optic digital transmission system and shall be interfaced and integrated with KTMB’s PAX type SPT network outside of the



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project area as required. The operator should also be able to connect to any PAX SPT telephone within his area of control when required. The PAX SPT system shall also include facilities such as system management, voice recording, call information logging, etc. as appropriate. The system must also to be linked to the PABX system so that it is possible to communicate between telephones connected to the two systems.

2.5.27 Modification, upgrade, relocation, supply and installation of electronic Private

Automatic Exchange (PABX) telephone system for the new double tracking project area. The new PABX equipment has to be located at appropriate locations, according to the system design, and be interfaced and integrated with KTMB’s existing PABX system to become an integral part of KTMB PABX network. KTMB’s existing PABX equipment has to modified, as necessary, for this purpose. These telephone extensions will be installed at stations, halts, KTMB offices, depots ect. The PABX system shall also include facilities such as system management, call information logging, system programme, operator’s consoles etc. Channels from the optic fibre based digital transmission system should be used for the linkages between stations, halts, and with the existing PABX network, as appropriate.

2.5.28 Relocation, upgrading and expanding any new PABX equipment already installed for

KTMB in the project area, as required, in order to interface and integrate with the new equipment being supplied and installed under this Contract.

2.5.29 Modification and upgrade a telephone concentrator facility at the CTC centre in

Kuala Lumpur Sentral. It shall be provided for each operator console. 2.5.30 Digital and analogue channels at 2Mb/s and below, as required, between KTMB

offices, stations, halts, sidings, etc. to meet KTMB's requirements for business, operational, maintenance and general communications, including the extension of KTMB’s STAR and SPOT systems.

2.5.31 Immunisation for all signalling, communications and related systems against

interference and any other undesirable effects from the 25KV AC Overhead Line Traction system.

2.5.32 Supply and installation of on-line, real-time and automated Passenger Information

System (PIS) with industrial grade LCD boards at platforms, within waiting halls and other areas at all stations and halts. It shall be fully compatible, and to be interfaced and integrated with the KTMB’s PIS installed for Klang Valley commuter service and under the Rawang to Ipoh project.

2.5.33 Supply, installation and extension of Long Line Public Address (PA) system, with

facilities for making local public address announcements, to serve platforms, waiting halls and other areas, at all stations and halts in the project area. The system should provide automated real time announcements on the running of trains, as well as instructions to passengers, and include appropriate interfaces to the CTC system. It must also be possible for the operator at the CTC or at the station or halt to intervene and use the system manually for making announcements when necessary. It shall be



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fully compatible and to be interfaced and integrated with the KTMB’s PA systems installed for Klang Valley commuter service and under the Rawang to Ipoh project.

2.5.34 Extension of a Centralised Clock System, with clocks to serve all platforms, waiting

halls and other areas, at all stations, halts and offices in the project area. All interlocking systems, equipment of related systems and slave clocks installed at all the stations, halts and other areas within the project area shall be synchronised with a master clock installed at the CTC, which shall in turn be synchronised with the Centralised Master Clock system installed under the Nationwide Digital Transmission Project at Old KL Station and at CTC-Central under Rawang-Ipoh Project and referenced to the GPS system.

2.5.35 Supply and installation of Stations & Halts Automation and Security System,

including colour CCTV system, to control and monitor equipment installed at all stations and halts within the project area. The systems shall be fully compatible, and be interfaced and integrated, as required, with the KTMB’s existing systems and/or systems installed under other current projects.

2.5.36 Provision of communication links for interconnection of Electrical Control Room

(ECR) located at CTC at Kuala Lumpur Sentral, with all Trackside Feeder Stations (TFS) within the project area to facilitate remote switching and control of the 25 KV traction supply.

2.5.37 Unless otherwise specified all existing signalling and communication systems plant

and equipment throughout the Works site shall be made redundant by the Works and shall not form part of the new finished Works.

2.5.38 All cost or charges levied by KTMB for provision of isolations and hand-signalling

shall be borne by the Contractor. 2.5.39 The Contractor shall relocate the existing workstations and ancillary equipment

dedicated for STAR and SPOTS systems, and also supply and install new workstations and equipment as required.

2.5.40 KTMB’s SPOTS system shall be linked to Train Describer System as part of the

Contract

2.6 25 kV Overhead Line Electrification Systems

2.6.1 The route to be electrified is between Seremban and Gemas, the Contractor shall undertake turnkey design, engineering, manufacturing, supply, installation, testing, commissioning, guarantee during warranty period, and maintenance, as well providing requisite technical backup and support after the expiry of warranty period by a fully integrated system supplier accredited and approved by KTMB, for the whole of a 25 kV 50 Hz single phase Overhead Line Traction Distribution System, and related works throughout the project area.



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2.6.2 The overhead electrification system installed shall be fully compatible, and be interfaced and integrated with KTMB’s existing Overhead Line Electrification (OLE) systems installed for the Klang Valley commuter service and under the Rawang-Ipoh project.

2.6.3 Feeder stations, track sectioning and tie breaker locations to supply traction power and provide sectioning and protection requirements for the overhead line system.

2.6.4 Modification of the existing OLE system and facilities at Seremban, as necessary, to interface and operate correctly with the new OLE system.

2.6.5 Undertake a power system study including simulation taking into account all KTMB’s existing and new infrastructure and system installations as well as 132kV cumulative effect study on adjacent TNB’s substations. The study shall also take into account KTMB’s future operational requirement as per the traffic forecast indicated in the Appendix. As part of this Power System Study, the Contractor shall also carry out preliminary studies on the feasibility of KTMB having its own facilities for power generation at the power injection points to meet KTMB’s projected power requirements for its entire electrified railway network.

2.6.6 A comprehensive maintenance depot for the electrification system shall be set up in Gemas. The buildings, tracks and all related infrastructure works for this maintenance depot will be part of the Infrastructure Works, while the design, supply and installation of all electrification systems and related equipment shall be part of the Systems Works.

2.6.7 Provision of substation buildings at all TSL and Feeder Stations.

2.6.8 The nominal contact wire height should be 5.0 m above the rail level.

2.6.9 Distance separation between TSL should not exceed 20 km.

2.6.10 In positioning of OLE structures, the Contractor shall take cognisance of the needs to ensure unobstructed view and optimum positioning of all signal positions in accordance with the approved final signalling layout.

2.6.11 Masts and similar structures shall not be installed on covered platforms at stations and halts. The OLE equipment in such places shall be supported from the roof structures. Such installations shall be taken into consideration in the design of the roof structure, where necessary, under the Infrastructure Works.

2.6.12 All cost or charges levied by KTMB for provision of isolations and hand-signalling shall be borne by the Contractor.

2.6.13 Supply and installation of guards for electrification masts, safety screens, warning signs, and clearance of trees that will become hazardous to electrification equipment shall form an integral part of the Works.



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2.7 Integration and Co-ordination with Infrastructure Works 2.7.1 The construction of a single continuous buried concrete cable trough route, with

minimum internal dimensions 300mmx400mm, on either the “DOWN” or “UP” side, alongside and outside of the tracks throughout the length of the work area for the installation of signalling and communications cables will be a part of the Works for the infrastructure works. The trough design will also include partitions, as necessary, to separate different types of cables (e.g. power and signalling/communications cables). The trough covers will be in the form of interlocking, vandal resistant, concrete slabs with an opening facility at regular intervals, say at every 30 meters. The concrete troughs and covers will be of the pre-cast type (not cast at the site) and the design must be approved by the S.O. before the production takes place. The installation of the cables inside the cable trough shall be a part of the Works for the Contract. The Contractor is also required to fill the cable trough with sand after all cables have been installed, and then replace the covers. Any damage to the cable trough, and the covers which may occur during or as a result of the work by the Contractor shall be repaired and made good to the satisfaction of the S.O.

2.7.2 Construction of cable ducts for under track crossings, cable pits, cable ducting along

platforms, at bridges and other obstructions etc., together with under track crossings and entry ducting which shall connect this main cable route with main equipment rooms at stations, sidings, halts, etc. will be part of the Infrastructure Works. The Contractor must liase with and coordinate the works with the infrastructure works, at an early stage and ensure that the cable ducts at crossings and other places are provided as required. Any damage to the cable ducts, which may occur during or as a result of the work by the Systems Contractor shall be repaired and made good at the Systems Contractor’s cost, to the satisfaction of the S.O.

2.7.3 Construction of subsidiary under track crossings connecting the main cable route to

the opposite side of the railway at locations where cables are required to cross completely from one side of the track to the other without interruption will be part of the Infrastructure Works, but the installation of cables through the cable ducts will be a part of the System Works and the Contractor must liase with and coordinate the works with the Infrastructure Works, at an early stage, to ensure that crossings are provided as required. Any damage to the cable ducts, which may occur during or as a result of the work by the Contractor shall be repaired and made good at the Systems Contractor’s cost, to the satisfaction of the S.O.

2.7.4 Cable conduits which are required for the installation of wires and cables for the

connection of equipment supplied and installed under the Contract, including (but not limited to) speakers, PIS display boards, telephones, TVM, clock system, closed circuit cameras etc., within buildings, such as stations and halts, and at platforms, which are to be constructed as a part of the Infrastructure Work, will be provided as part of the Infrastructure Works. The Installation of cables through the cable conduits will be part of System Works. The Contractor shall liase and coordinate the works with the Infrastructure Works, at an early stage, to ensure that conduits are provided as required. Any damage to the cable ducts, which may occur during or as a result of



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the work by the Contractor shall be repaired and made good to the satisfaction of the S.O.

2.7.5 The removal, replacement and all manhandling of trough lids, cable pit lids and

covers etc. and all work necessary to pull cables into under track crossings, platform ducting, other ducting, pipes and equipment room access points, etc., for laying of cables in the main concrete trough route, subsidiary routes, under track crossings, etc. shall be a part of the Systems Works. . Any damage, which may occur during or as a result of the work shall be repaired and made good to the satisfaction of the S.O.

2.7.6 The Contractor shall pay special attention to the cable troughs, under track

crossings, conduits and other infrastructures being provided for the use by the Systems, but as part of the Infrastructure Package. The Contractor shall further liase and coordinate the works with the Infrastructure Works, from an early stage of implementation of the Contract, to ensure that the infrastructures are provided as required, in accordance with the agreed schedule.

2.7.7 The installation only, of all Insulated Rail Joints (IRJ) required for track circuits, shall

be a part of the Infrastructure Works and not included within the Systems Works. However, the supply of all IRJ as required, shall be a part of the Systems Package. Factory assembled glued insulated joints must be used. The glued IRJ within points and crossings shall be included as a part of the supply of the points and crossings. The Contractor must liase with and coordinate the work with the Infrastructure Contractor from an early stage, beginning with the preparation of the Contractor’s Proposal (to ensure that the relevant costs are included in both Contracts), and ensure that the IRJ are installed at the correct locations to meet the requirements of the signalling system.

2.7.8 The Infrastructure Works will include the 3-phase mains power supply (415 V 50 Hz,

Star connection), together with a standby diesel generator set (low noise, air-cooled type), and power factor correction capacitor banks, at every railway station and halt within the project area. The Systems Contractor must liase with the Infrastructure Contractor, submit details of all power requirements for the Systems, as well as the interfacing requirements for remote monitoring and control, at an early stage for preparation of the Contractor’s Proposal, and the subsequent implementation of the Contract, and the Infrastructure Contractor must ensure that these requirements are included. All signalling, communications and related systems must operate with power from the diesel generator set during any failure of the mains power supply.

2.7.9 All electrical power supply distribution required outdoors in the project area, and

alongside the railway tracks, in order to provide power for equipment cases, signals, point machines, etc. for the signalling, communications and related systems will be an integral part of the Systems Contract.

2.7.10 Multi-stage protection for the Systems equipment against transient high voltages and

currents, which may be introduced via the mains power supply system at stations, intermediate sidings and halts, and elsewhere, will be an integral part of the Systems



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Contract. Only the first stage of protection for the mains power supply system, at the incoming power supply switch-boards, at the stations and halts, where the buildings are part of the Infrastructure Works, will be included under the Infrastructure Contract. However for buildings to be constructed as a part of System Works, the provision of the first stage of protection shall also be an integral part of the System Works.

2.7.11 Earth connections for all signalling, communication, and related systems, including

power and multi-stage lightning protection systems, a system of earth leakage detection, warning devices and protection fuses on all signalling and communication cables entering into the signalling and communications equipment rooms are all included in the Systems Contract. The main earthing systems for the buildings, such as the stations and halts, which will be built under the Infrastructure Contract, will form part of the Infrastructure Contract. However for the CTC and any other building constructed as an integral part of the System Works, this will be a part of the Systems Contract. The Systems Contractor must provide details of the maximum resistance value and any other earthing requirements to the Infrastructure Contractor (ref: General Requirements) and integrate the earthing for the signalling and communications cables and equipment with the earthing system for the building, and thus achieve an effective, common earthing system with low resistance and low impedance.

2.7.12 The earthing systems required at equipment cases and other out-door equipment for

all signalling, communication, and related systems shall be within the scope of the Systems Contract.

2.7.13 The design and construction of buildings for all stations, halts and depots will be part

of the Infrastructure Works. The buildings will include equipment rooms and operational rooms, as required, as well as amenities and facilities, including mains power supply, automatic diesel generator set for standby power supply, electric lighting, air-conditioning, ventilation equipment, power sockets, wash rooms, discharging outlets, direct line telephones, fire alarms, protection, security etc. all of which will be within the scope of the Infrastructure Contract. The Systems Contractor must liase with the Infrastructure Contractor, at an early stage, and submit details of the requirements to match the needs of the Systems Works, and the Infrastructure Contractor will ensure that the Systems Works requirements are fulfilled.

2.7.14 The design and construction of buildings, tracks and all related infrastructure works

for an electrification systems maintenance depot at Gemas will be part of the Infrastructure Works. All electrification systems and equipment required to designed, supplied and installed for this maintenance depot shall be part of the Systems Works. The Systems Contractor must liase with the Infrastructure Contractor, at an early stage, and submit details of the requirements to match the needs of the Systems Works, and the Infrastructure Contractor will ensure that the Systems Works requirements are fulfilled.

2.7.15 Masts and similar structures for signals and OLE equipment shall not be installed on

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be supported from the roof structures. Such installations must be taken into consideration in the design of the roof structure. The Systems Contractor must liase with the Infrastructure Contractor, at an early stage, and submit details of such requirements to and the Infrastructure Contractor will ensure that the Systems Works requirements are fulfilled.

2.7.16 The Infrastructure Contractor shall plan and coordinate with the Systems Contractor

in planning the programme of works and division of tasks and responsibilities for the phased implementation of track re-modelling works, new track works, earthworks and civil construction works, so as to have minimal disruptions to train operations and prevailing signalling arrangements at the work site. The existing Block Sections shall be maintained in the course of phased remodelling of station, re-alignment of tracks and civil construction works until the successful changeover of final signalling system.

2.7.17 The Contractor shall undertake all stage works and temporary works in respect of the

phased modification and/or upgrading of KTMB’s signalling and communication systems, plant and equipment as appropriate, including testing and commissioning of the Works in portions or stages to facilitate the phased re-modelling of track and civil construction works undertaken by the Infrastructure Contractor. Such works shall form an integral part of System Works and be carried out in accordance with KTMB’s rules and regulations.

2.7.18 The Contractor shall undertake to provide (but not limited to) the following: -

a. Coordination with the Infrastructure Contractor to ensure an expeditious and

successful implementation of all phased signalling works in tandem with civil/track programme of works;

b. Planning and execution all phased signalling works within the project to ensure

that the safety and integrity of KTMB’s train operations shall not be compromised in any way, and swift progress of all civil and track works shall not be impeded;

c. Reuse and incorporate the KTMB’s existing system, equipment and materials

within the project site in implementation of all phased signalling and communication works. Provision of all new system, equipment and materials requisite for the phased works shall be included as part of the Contractor’s scope;

d. Maintenance of all phased signalling and communication works until the

issuance of Certificate of Practical Completion in respect of the Permanent Works;

e. Relocation of all materials and equipment including DTS equipment, fibre optic

links, interlocking equipment etc. from the existing station buildings to new station buildings or new DTS rooms/cabins in the course of implementing all phased signalling staging works in transition to the Permanent Works. The



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relocation works shall conform to standards and specifications prescribed by equipment suppliers an/or KTMB; and

f. Dismantling and recovery of all materials and equipment made redundant after

each phases of signalling works and handing over to KTMB. 2.7.19 The works to be undertaken by the Contractor shall be planned, coordinated and

integrated with the Infrastructure Works, including earth works, track works and building works which would be proceeding simultaneously at the work site. Such planning and integration shall ensure that most expeditious and efficient exchange of information, use of site, sequencing of work etc. and shall take into account all key dates established for project deliverables under both the Infrastructure and Systems Works.

The Contractor’s attention is particularly drawn to the following: -

a. Integrated site depots/offices; b. Efficient possession planning/sharing; c. Staging and temporary of works; d. Design and installation of insulated rail joints; e. Design of equipment rooms; f. Cable works e.g. underground/under track cabling, conduits, etc.; g. Power supplies/earthing/bonding at stations, etc; h. Fencing and access to site and new buildings; i. Installation of on track equipment, trackside equipment and cables; j. Safety of works at site; k. Application and convening Signal Notice, line blocks etc; l. Staking, storage and handing over of track materials; m. Erection of signals, electric posts and other structures at site; n. Recovery of redundant materials and equipment. The Contractor shall verify that the Works to be performed by Infrastructure Contractor, and has to be interphased and/or integrated with the Systems Works is fit for purpose and adequate.



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2.7.20 The Contractor shall be responsible to plan and undertake electrification staging works, interfacing with the existing KTMB’s electrification system network, and to facilitate the phased re-modelling of track and civil construction works undertaken by the Infrastructure Contractor. This shall form an integral part of System Works.

2.7.21 Supplying and installing level crossings protection systems, and modifying and/or

relocating the existing level crossing protection systems, when necessary as a part of the phased signalling works associated with phased civil construction works or remodelling and realignment of tracks, until the actual completion of the project (or completion of new overhead bridges renders the level crossing equipment unnecessary), will be part of the Systems Contract.

2.7.22 Provisions of any new private or temporary level crossing and/or relocation and

maintenance of existing private level crossings, as necessary, during the implementation of the Infrastructure Works shall be within the scope of the Infrastructure Contract.

2.7.23 The Infrastructure Contractor shall formulate overall safety policy and enforce strict

adherence by all concerned in respect to safety procedures and guidelines imposed within the project site in relation to occupational safety and health, safety of train operations and working in adjacent to an operational electrified railway environment as per all procedures, guidelines, rules and regulations laid down by the Authorities and KTMB.

2.7.24 Temporary modifications, and re-location of existing signalling, communications and

related systems and equipment as required to allow railway operations to continue during the various stages of progress of the Infrastructure Works and Systems Works, including temporary and/or permanent re-location of track, etc., will be a part of the Systems Contract. The existing stations must remain in operation during progress of the Infrastructure Works in order to meet operational requirements, even though some of the stations are to be eventually closed in accordance with the project.

2.7.25 The Infrastructure Contractor shall be responsible to provide security at site for S.O

facilities, site stores, staking yards, site offices, depots, as well as buildings, which are part of the scope of Infrastructure Works. The Contractor shall provide security at the work sites for all his own Works until such time the Works have been handed over to KTMB.

2.7.26 The Contractor is expected to be familiar with the existing systems and interface

requirements. The Contractor is also expected to perform user requirements captures to assess the extent of interface and modification for all tie-in works under the scope. The user requirements captured shall be finalised prior to any detail design and require approval from KTMB. All tie-in works shall obtain KTMB’s approval before work starts. The user requirement captured is not limited to the following: - (a) Assessment of existing system to facilitate the tie-in interfaces and modification



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of related works, and shall include extension due to any additional works. (b) Operational needs/requirements. (c) Interface check lists, drawings and documents to facilitate the confirmation of

the interface or tie-in works. 2.8 Construction of Buildings and Related Works

2.8.1 The complete design and construction of the buildings at railway stations and halts, including equipment rooms, as required, to house the equipment to be supplied and installed under the Systems Contract, will be a part of the Infrastructure Contract. The design and construction of the buildings shall also include all power supply, communications, fire protection, security, wash-rooms, and other ancillary systems, automatic diesel generator set for back-up power supply, lighting system, air-conditioning, etc.

2.8.2 The complete design and construction of the building for the buildings for Feeder

Stations and TSL, and any other buildings which may be necessary for the Systems Works, excepting those buildings at stations and halts which are already included as a part of the Infrastructure Works, shall be a part of the Systems Works. The Systems Works will then also include the complete design and construction of such buildings, complete with all amenities and facilities, including but not limited to, mains power supply, communications, fire protection, security, intrusion alarm, CCTV, lighting, fixtures, cabling, wiring, ducting, discharging outlets, wash-rooms, other ancillary systems, including power cubicle unit, UPS, automatic diesel generator set for back-up power supply, raised platform, cabling, wiring, ducting, lighting system, split-type air-conditioning units, interfacing of the existing systems, etc. as required.

2.8.3 The buildings must be constructed conforming to all building by-laws, requirements of

the Authorities and design criteria. 2.8.4 The buildings must be aesthetic and provided with the following facilities:-

i) Access roads to the buildings. ii) All mechanical and electrical works in accordance with building requirements. iii) An approved security system. iv) Fire protection for equipment and building as per the requirement of Fire

Services Department (Bomba) and the relevant authorities. v) Adequate car parking facilities (including covered car parks where

appropriate). vi) Adequate signages vii) Proper drainage system.



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viii) Landscaping, turfing and fencing of the land allocated for the building, including gates for vehicles.

ix) All internal and external plumbing, including metering. x) All indoor and outdoor lighting, including lighting for the compound.

2.8.5 The Contractor shall at his own cost comply with all the requirements of the Local Authorities, State and Federal Government Agencies.The Contractor shall be responsible for obtaining the Certificate of Fitness as well as other permits and approvals as required.

2.9 Consequential Works 2.9.1 The Contractor shall be responsible for consequential work, modifications etc

which are required to be made to adjacent KTMB and 3rd Party systems, plant and equipment which arise as a result of provision of the Works. In the context of this Clause, and except where otherwise stated, KTMB and 3rd party plant, systems and equipment shall be deemed to be these types, which are equivalent to or similar to systems, plant and equipment to be provided under this contract. Such works shall include, but not to be limited to, the following: -

a) Interfacing and immunisation of KTMB signalling and communications systems to

the north and west of Seremban (Seremban - Kuala Lumpur sector and Seremban - Port Dickson sector).

b) Interfacing and immunisation of KTMB signalling and communications systems

towards north-east of Gemas (Gemas – Bahau sector) and towards south of Gemas (Gemas-Batu Anam). The new signalling, communications and related systems should also include facilities for integration, in the future, of the whole of the Gemas – Tumpat sector with the new systems.

c) Interfacing, integration and coordinate with other contractor not limited to North

Double Track Project to reposition and rearrangement of operators terminal and wall display at Kuala Lumpur Sentral CTC.

d) Interfacing, integration and interconnection of the new digital transmission system

and related subsystems including, CCTV, SCADA, PAX type SPT system, PIS and PA with all those subsystems installed under the Rawang - Ipoh project.

e) Interfacing, integration and interconnection of all new PABXs and PAX type SPT

systems with KTMB’s network of integrated exchanges. f) Interfacing integration and interconnection the electrification system KTMB’s

existing systems at Seremban and to the north of Seremban. g) Connection of new power supply points to TNB’s national grid system as required

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h) Upgrading and modification of KTMB’s existing SCADA equipment within the Kuala

Lumpur Electrical Control Room as required to incorporate the SCADA facilities for the project area.

i) Provision of bonding to earth, safety screening and isolation as necessary of

metallic 3rd Party and other services and structures within or crossing the railway reserve.

j) Raising or relocation of all services and utilities at sub-level, adjacent to or across

the track, or any where within the work area, as necessary in order to make way for the installation of cables, equipment, etc. (or other work for the systems), including, but not limited to,

a) Tenaga National Power Supply Lines. b) Telecom Bhd. Telecommunications Lines. c) Public Works Department and/or District Council Services. d) KTMB power, signalling and communication services. e) Fiberail Sdn. Bhd fibre optic cables. f) Other service providers not specifically mentioned above. The cost of relocation of such services and utilities including any anticipated damages or financial loss to the authorities/owners shall be borne by the Contractor and no additional claims shall be entertained by the S.O. The Contractor shall make all the necessary arrangements to relocate or re-site the services and utilities affected. Sufficient notice shall be given to the respective authorities/owners. No extension of time shall be granted for any delay in the Works due to re-site of such services and utilities including claims for re-imbursement.

2.9.2 The Contractor shall repair and make good as his own cost to the satisfaction of the S.O. for all damages and defects inflicted on adjacent systems, plant and equipment owned by KTMB, the Infrastructure Contractor or any 3rd Party as a result of works undertaken by the Contractor. It shall include all partially or fully completed Works undertaken by the Infrastructure Contractor or any other parties.

2.10 Associated Information, Data, Drawings and Appendices 2.10.1 All information, data, drawings and appendices included in these contract

documents and included in the contract document for infrastructure works for Associated Works issued together with these contract documents, shall be taken into account in the proposals and in provision of the Works.

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2.11.1 In respect of the following, only KTMB standardised systems and equipment are permitted, such systems and equipment to be provided must be compatible and fully interchangeable with existing system or equipment: -

a) Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system.

2.12 Other Requirements 2.12.1 To minimise spare holding, facilitate maintenance routines and avoid re-training of

maintenance personnel, the Contractor shall ensure that: - a) The numbers of different types of systems and equipment supplied under the

Contract shall be kept to an absolute minimum; and b) Equipment or system with similar functionality shall be sourced from the

same manufacturer. 2.12.2 The integrated system supplier for core vital signalling system shall furnish

guarantee to KTMB in provision of requisite technical backup and support for the vital signalling systems after the expiry of the stipulated warranty period.

2.12.3 Prior to commencement of any physical works at site, the Contractor shall furnish

full documentation to the S.O including diagrams, schematics, drawings, layout, plans, tables, method of statements, handbooks, manuals, etc. necessary for provision of the Works.

2.12.4 The Contractor shall submit Quality Assurance Plan and Safety Plan in its

submission for evaluation. 2.12.5 Supply of spares, documentation, as-built drawings, manuals, off-line systems,

special tools, and test equipment to enable KTMB to effectively operate and maintain the System Works within 30 days from the date of issuance of Certificate of Practical Completion.

2.12.6 The Contractor shall submit and warrant System Availability performance (MTBF,

MTTR, etc.) in the Proposal. 2.12.7 Supply of all tools, instruments, test units, special tool, specialist test equipment,

plant and equipment, vehicles, etc. necessary for the System Works. The Contractor shall ensure that KTMB personnel are trained to use the above equipment.

2.12.8 Supply of special test units, special tools and faults diagnosis facilities for repair of

printed circuit boards and modules for equipment supplied for the System Works. There shall be step-by-step instructions, which will help the technicians to identify, locate and rectify faulty components. This testing facility should not be used to redisplay the same error code or status, which shall be normally found on the



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equipment rack when the fault occurred. The Contractor shall furnish a list of the above in the Proposal.

2.12.9 The UPS supplied shall be modular in design based on n+1 configuration with

automatic and maintenance bypass facilities. It shall have a minimum of an hour back-up time. The UPS shall be connected to all critical signalling and communication systems and equipment as well as Information Technology (IT) equipment. The uninterrupted power supply system shall be resilient in design with multiple incoming power sources and built in bypasses to avoid single point of failure.

2.12.9.1 Supply of five (5) units laptop computer pre-loaded with software requisite for

maintenance of Traction Power Supply. 2.13 Personnel 2.13.1 The Contractor is responsible for the deliverables of this Contract, and hence is

responsible for the provision of all resources, including personnel. However, in the interest of ensuring adequate and experienced staffing, the Employer requires that at least the following nominated specialist personnel be included in the Contractor’s site based team: -

(a) Project Managers The Contractor shall as a minimum designate employ an experienced and

competent site based professional engineer experienced in railway systems design, procurement and construction Contracts at a senior level, to lead the contractor’s team and be the point of contact between the Contractor, Employer, S.O. and KTMB for the duration of the Contract. The Project Manager must be conversant in English and be experienced in working in a Quality Assurance environment.

(b) Signalling Engineers The Contractor shall designate an experienced and competent site based

Signalling Engineers for the duration of the Contract, particularly to deal with the Signalling requirements of this Contract.

(c) Communication Engineers The Contractor shall designate an experienced and competent site based

Communication Engineer for the duration of the Contract, particularly to deal with the Communication requirements of this Contract.

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The Contractor shall designate an experienced and competent Design Engineers for the duration of the Contract. Apart from design audits, they shall be responsible for liaison and coordination with S.O and KTMB over design submission, design reviews and approval process of design and engineering of the Works.

(e) Testing Engineer The Contractor shall employ an experienced and competent site based

Testing Engineers for the duration of the Contract to formulate testing procedures, perform functional testing of signalling and communication installations.

(f) System Integration Engineers The Contractor shall employ an experienced and competent site based

engineers for the duration of the Contract, particularly in interfacing and integration of all subsystems, signalling and communication works of the Works.

(g) AFC Engineer The Contractor shall employ an experienced and competent site based AFC

Engineer for the duration of the Contract, particularly to deal with the AFC requirements of the Contract.

(h) CTC Engineer The Contractor shall designate an experienced and competent site based

CTC Engineer for the duration of the Contract, particularly to deal with CTC’s requirements of this Contract.

(i) Overhead Electrification Engineers The Contractor shall designate an experienced and competent site based

overhead electrification Engineers for the duration of the Contract, particularly to deal with overhead electrification requirements of this Contract.

(j) Safety Officers The Contractor shall designate an experienced and competent site based

Safety Officers for the duration of the Contract, particularly to deal with safety issues and requirements arising of this Contract.

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The Contractor shall designate an experienced and competent site based Engineers during the period that Works Trains are operating to attend Works Train Committee (WTC) meetings for coordination with KTMB and other contactors with respect to Works train operations.

(l) Planning Engineers The Contractor shall designate an experienced and competent site based

Planning Engineers for the duration of the Contract, particularly to deal with the necessary planning and scheduling requirements of this Contract.

(m) Quality assurance Engineers The Contractor shall designate experienced and competent site based

certified Quality Assurance Engineers for the duration of the Contract, particularly to deal with the necessary QA/QC requirements of this Contract.

2.14 Spares 2.14.1 The spare would be ordered subsequently after discussion with KTMB. At this

stage, the bidder shall provide a list of necessary spares with their unit rates and confirm availability of these spares for at least ten (10) years in the market. This shall not from part of the contract cost.

The cost of each item indicated as spare shall be less than the cost given in the

main price schedule and contract shall be able to justify this cost based on breakup of such items used in equipment.

2.14.2 The quantity for each item shall not be less than 10 percent of the total quantity of

the same item in use in the Works, not less than two (2) units or pieces whichever is greater. For consumable items with limited life, such as lamps, fuses, etc., appropriate quantities will be required.

2.14.3 The Contractor shall furnish a list which shall include, but not be limited to, the

following:

i) The total quantity of each of the materials, equipment, components and parts to be supplied and installed as part of the Works under the Contract;

ii) The total quantity of each of the materials, equipment, components and parts

to be supplied as spares under the Contract; iii) The quantities listed shall include information such as the expected failure

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2.14.4 The maintenance spares provided under the Contract shall not be used for the purpose of execution of the Works other than in exceptional circumstances and with the express permission of the S.O. In the event of maintenance spare being opened during the execution of the Works or a seal broken, a new spare with sealed labelled shall be provided by the Contractor at no additional cost.

2.14.5 Maintenance spares, wherever appropriate, shall be preloaded with necessary

software and ready to be used without incurring any expenses to KTMB. EPROMs preloaded with application software with the latest versions for all signalling and communication installations shall be furnished to KTMB for maintenance of the systems.

2.14.6 The list of spares may be modified during the contract period, where necessary, to

take into account any design changes or variation orders which may arise. Before completion of the Contract, the Contractor shall furnish a final list consisting of total quantity of each of the materials, equipment, components and parts to be supplied and installed as part of the Works and spares to be supplied under the Contract.

2.14.7 The decision of actual quantities of spares to be supplied by the Contractor, under

the Contract, shall be made by S.O before completion of the Contract. 2.15 Tools and Test Equipment 2.15.1 Supply of all tools, instruments, test units, special tools, test equipment, plant and

equipment, vehicles, etc. necessary to enable KTMB to carry out maintenance, re-calibration, testing, repair and modifications to the systems when necessary to accommodate changes to track layout, buildings, etc. This shall also include test equipment for diagnosing of faults and detection of fault locations for fibre-optic cables. The Contractor’s Proposal shall include a full list of all such tools and equipment, together with their respective costs and quantities. The Contractor shall ensure that KTMB personnel are adequately trained to use the tools and equipment.

2.15.2 Supply of special test equipment, special tools and faults diagnosis facilities for

repair of printed circuit boards, electronic components and modules for equipment supplied for the System Works. There shall be step-by-step instructions, which will help the technicians to identify, locate and rectify faulty components. This testing facility should not be used to redisplay the same error code or status, which shall be normally found on the equipment rack when the fault occurred. The Contractor shall furnish a full list, together with costs and quantities of all such tools and equipment in his Proposal.

2.15.3 Actual types and quantities of tools and test equipment to be supplied under the

Contract shall be subject to approval by the S.O. who shall have the right to add or exclude from the Contract, any or all of the tools and test equipment offered by the Contractor.



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2.15.4 Minimum of three (3) sets of each type of special tools and test equipment shall be included in the Contractor’s Proposal.

2.15.5 Supply of laptop computers, pre-loaded with software requisite for maintenance of

the Systems Works and meeting KTMB’s operational needs: -

(a) Five (5) units of laptop computers pre-loaded with software requisite for maintenance of Traction Power Supply system;

(b) Supply of individual licensed software for every computer supplied under the

Contract.

2.15.6 Software for all system components to be handed over to KTMB requisite for installing and de-installing of system software, re-booting of software, modifying or re-configuration of system parameters, updating of system software etc shall be in the form of CD with user friendly auto run format with step by step instruction for downloading and selection of choice of actions required.

2.15.7 Tools, software and test equipment to be supplied by the Contractor shall include

(but shall not be restricted to) those which are necessary for: -

(a) Testing, repairing, calibration, programming and adjusting various indoor and outdoor equipment which shall include but be limited to trunk radio equipment, AFCS, digital transmission equipment, CCTV etc.

(b) Checking and replacing faulty components in VDU control/monitoring facilities

and projectors as well as provision of software to make any necessary modification the detailed and general views of the above.

(c) Setting-up, testing, design validation, programming, repairing, modifying etc

microprocessor systems including workstations, software tools, application software, generation programmes and other special tools and equipment etc.

(d) Test rigs for verifying failure of electronic cards or other systems components.

2.16 Training of KTMB Personnel

2.16.1 The actual training programme to be implemented shall be dependent on the types

of systems and equipment to be provided and the Contractor’s training programme and proposals. Detailed training requirements should be submitted and be approved by S.O.

2.16.2 The Contractor shall submit details in his proposal for the proposed training

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2.16.3 The bidder’s financial offer should be inclusive of the cost of training. No separate cost towards training shall be payable.

2.17 Inspections by S.O at the Contractor’s Works 2.17.1 The actual programme for inspection and Factory Acceptance Test to be

implemented shall be dependent on the types of systems and equipment to be provided and in respect to the Contractor’s proposals. Detailed inspection requirements should be submitted.

2.17.2 The Contractor shall prepare and submit test certificates for all systems and

equipment supplied under the Contract.

2.18 The Contractor shall furnish a list which shall include, but not be limited to, the

following: i.) The total quantity of each of the materials, equipment, components and parts to be supplied and installed as part of the Works under the Contract; The contract shall be turnkey on design and built basis and thus it is the responsibility of contractor to supply, install, test and commission each and every item required to obtain end objective. If the quantity of material indicated here falls shorts, then it is the responsibility of the contractor to bring all additional items without any extra charge and install, test and commission the same. However, if any item is saved after execution, the same shall be the property of Ircon.

ii.) Ircon has to maintain system for 24 months from the date of issuance of practical completion by KTMB. The consumables required to keep the system functional for 24 months shall be supplied. The total quantity of each of the materials, equipment, components and parts to be supplied shall be indicated. However, if the consumption of such items is more than what has been given at bidding stage, the same shall be supplied by the contractor free of charge.

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