Replace 4.16kV & 480V Distribution Switchgear, Phase II, Bldg. 202
Hines, Illinois

Description

This project consisted of the provision of the following:

• Installation of new 5kV outdoor metal clad switchgear building. Work included removing existing main substation in close coordination with Commonwealth Edison.
• Over 35 - 5kV circuits were transferred from the old to the new switchgear.
• Extensive rework of underground manhole system and cabling with new 6 W 5" and 4W 4" duct banks.
• Installation of over 20,000' 5kV primary cabling and over 200 splices and terminations.
• Provided temporary power to keep power outages to a minimum.
• Coordination and safety were integral to this project to keep critical life support systems intact.

Comments

Time extensions were a direct result of design changes and additional work directed by the government via seven (7) changes (Supplemental Agreements). The work included adding ground wires, relocating feeders, tagging cables, providing metering current transformers, removal of 4 trees, relocating fencing and installing street light circuits.

Performance Evaluation

Overall Performance Evaluation: Outstanding

Quote from Department of Veterans Affairs letter Dated January 31, 2000:

“Webb Electric has performed in an outstanding fashion on the above noted project. The construction work was performed in a quality manner by knowledgeable personnel. Further, the work was accomplished with an emphasis on cost effectiveness and timeliness. As a result of Webb Electric's professionalism and technical expertise, the project was completed ahead of schedule and within the allocated budget.”