Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) has awarded a contract worth SAR 248.9 million (USD 66.3 million) for the construction of four 132/13.8kV Substations for the King Salman Park in Riyadh.
The project has been awarded to Saudi based construction firm, NESMA Telecom & Technology, a subsidiary of NESMA Holding. Earlier, during June 2021, SEC received proposals from fifteen bidders for the project.
The project scope of work includes 132kV Gas Insulated Switchgear, 67MVA Power Transformers, Medium Voltage switchgear, Capacitor Banks, Protection System, Substation Automation System, Electro-mechanical works, civil works, Cyber Security, Security System.
Covering over 13 square kilometers, King Salman Park will be among the biggest city parks worldwide.
The project will also host many facilities including a royal art complex, a national theater, an opera house, art academies, museums, and galleries. Furthermore, the park will feature extensive green areas, plazas, sports compounds, and an 18-hole royal golf course.
SEC already awarded 132kV Cable project, interconnecting above substations.
