Topic:"Cost Considerations" in M12839

Why do this project this way? The selected approach—refurbishing the superstructure while reusing the existing abutments—provides the lowest‑cost method to safely maintain the SCR through the anticipated coal-phaseout in 2030. The alternat...

AI summary The selected approach of refurbishing the superstructure while reusing existing abutments is the lowest-cost method to maintain the SCR through 2030. Replacing corroded girder cover plates would involve higher capital costs, longer timelines, and potential performance risks due to incomplete corrosion removal. Prefabrication and hoisting minimize coal delivery disruptions to Lingan.

Contingency Statement Contingency for this project has been determined using a combination of internal subject matter expert judgement (professional engineers) based on previous experience with these assets, and the non-binding contingency...

AI summary The project's contingency is set at 10% based on internal engineering expertise and non-binding guidelines, classified as Class 3. Risks include material cost volatility, contract price fluctuations, and unforeseen damage discovered during demolition and inspection phases of the bridge refurbishment.

CI C0084033 – RC SCR Bridge 10.10 Refurbishment (NSEB M12839) NSPI Responses to Nova Scotia Energy Board Information Requests 1 Request IR-6: 4 pricing volatility for materials and contracts and additional scope. 5 6 (a) Please discuss the...

AI summary The document addresses the NSPI's responses to information requests regarding the RC SCR Bridge 10.10 Refurbishment project. It discusses potential additional scope during demolition, cost comparisons to alternative investments like trucking coal, and material sourcing. The response indicates that structural assessments have confirmed the abutments' adequacy, and the project remains more viable than alternatives.

Request IR-7: - The Contingency Statement explains that the project risks are likely to be from market and pricing volatility for materials and contracts and additional scope. - a) Please discuss the additional scope that could be found du...

AI summary Request IR-7 seeks clarification on project risks, including additional scope during demolition, cost comparisons with coal trucking, and material sourcing. It also raises questions about procurement processes, confidentiality of consulting costs, and missing attachments in subsequent requests.