Topic:"Cost Considerations" in M12900

Why do this project now? Completing this work concurrently with the developer completing all civil work (including trenching, ductbank installation, and restoration) as part of their development scope presents a time-sensitive opportunity...

AI summary The project aims to install underground infrastructure concurrently with civil work to avoid higher future costs and disruptions. Early installation ensures a reliable distribution network for future load growth, while deferral would require a standalone project with increased expenses. The project is deemed in-service by August 2026, with the Final Cost Date set for June 2028.

Contingency Statement Contingency for this project has been developed using professional judgment from distribution engineering, project management, estimating, and finance subject matter experts, informed by experience with similar underg...

AI summary The project's 10% contingency, classified as Class 3, addresses risks like subsurface uncertainties, ductbank adjustments, material/labor variations, construction refinements, and coordination with developer-led civil work, informed by expert judgment and non-binding guidelines.

Execution Year: 2026-2027 Description Unit Quantity Unit Estimate Total Estimate Cost Support Reference Completed Similar Projects (FP#'s) Regular Labour Electrician PD 1520 $ 404 $ 614,052 Engineering PD 28 $ 452 $ 12,664 Technologists PD...

AI summary The document outlines a detailed cost breakdown for a project spanning the 2026-2027 execution year, including labor, materials, travel, and overhead costs. It provides estimates for various tasks and items such as electrician labor, engineering, materials like sectionalizers and switches, and administrative and vehicle overheads.

NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-1: 29 unique to the Seton Ridge development. 30 1 While the spare duct capacity will be utilized in the future to support system expansion 2 associated with growth in the surrounding Bedford, Seton Ridge, Suzi...

AI summary The text discusses the installation of spare duct capacity for future system expansion in areas like Bedford and Seton Ridge, clarifying that no additional costs are incurred for future provisions. It also requests a detailed cost estimate for civil work and confirmation that these costs will not be included in NS Power's rate base.

3 1 Request IR-5: 2 3 (a) Please compare the expected asset life and provide a complete cost and economic 4 comparison between the underground and overhead options for the proposed 1,750- 5 metre development section, including: 6 7 (i) Lif...

AI summary The request asks for a comparison of lifecycle costs between underground and overhead distribution options for a 1,750-metre development section, including capital, operating, and future upgrade costs. NS Power has not conducted a detailed lifecycle cost analysis but advanced the underground solution based on development layout, reliability, and future expansion needs.

Replacement of Existing Systems - The Company will be responsible for costs associated with the best (generally lowest cost) supply option should an 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 underground system (or any part thereof) have to be replaced. Where this opt...

AI summary The Company is responsible for replacing existing underground systems with the lowest-cost supply option. If overhead supply is chosen, customers wishing to maintain underground service must cover the cost difference. Requests for cost breakdowns and confirmation of secondary services are made.

Request IR-5: - a) Please compare the expected asset life and provide a complete cost and economic comparison between the underground and overhead options for the proposed 1,750- metre development section, including: - i. Life cycle costs...

AI summary Request IR-5 seeks a detailed lifecycle cost comparison between underground and overhead options for a 1,750-metre development section, including capital, maintenance, and future upgrade costs. Request IR-6 asks for quantified benefits of the underground system over the overhead alternative, focusing on reliability, safety, and operation costs.

please explain why not. - i) Please list and compare all related upgrades, equipment, civil works, and associated costs required for the 12.5 kV to 25 kV conversion under both overhead and underground options, including primary equipment,...

AI summary The document includes several requests for clarification regarding the 12.5 kV to 25 kV conversion project, the 10% contingency required by NS Power, and the relevance of a system impact study dated November 30, 2021. The requests focus on comparing costs, explaining the contingency, and confirming the study's currency and alignment with recent data.

Request IR-17: - Pdf pg. 38, Attachment 1, 7.0 Cost & Right of Way Responsibility indicated by NS Power Regulation 2.6 and 2.12 for customer cost responsibilities. - a) Please confirm whether these regulations apply only to overhead distri...

AI summary The text discusses the applicability of NS Power Regulation 2.6 and 2.12, which outline cost responsibilities for customer projects, and whether these regulations apply only to overhead distribution systems. It also asks for clarification on the scope of work and cost responsibilities if an overhead system were constructed for the Seton Ridge Development.