KW Wassen WV4.2 Ball Valve Overhaul

This tender concerns the overhaul of ball valves MG1 & MG2 at the Wassen Power Plant (KWW), a critical component of the Reuss cascade which supplies 40% of Swiss Federal Railways (CFF) traction power. The Wassen facility, situated on the Reuss river, generates an average of 290 GWh annually, underscoring its importance for north-south rail energy supply. Package WV 4.2 specifically includes the comprehensive revision of the aforementioned ball valves. Additionally, the scope of work involves the supply of new bypass pipelines and new filling valves. Prospective bidders should be aware that potential temporal overlaps with ongoing works related to other tender packages are possible. Consequently, interruptions to construction activities during the execution phase cannot be ruled out. This project requires meticulous planning and coordination to ensure the continued, reliable operation of this vital energy infrastructure while maintenance and upgrades are performed.

This is a consulting contract in the energy and power, architecture and engineering and general supplies sectors, with a focus on Power Generation and Mechanical Engineering. Located in Switzerland, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.

Published through TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU), a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for consulting in the energy and power sector. Consulting assignments are typically evaluated with a strong emphasis on the technical proposal, including the methodology and qualifications of key experts. Shortlisted firms may be invited to submit financial proposals in a second stage. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.