This tender seeks a comprehensive Grid Operation Solution for the Energy Management Directorate, focusing on an Outage Management System (OMS) integrated with SCADA functionalities. The contract duration is 24 months, aiming to enhance operational efficiency and reliability.
The eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality is inviting tenders for the procurement of a Grid Operation Solution, specifically an Outage Management System (OMS) integrated with Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) functionalities. This solution will facilitate real-time monitoring, control, outage handling, and work management across high-voltage (HV), medium-voltage (MV), and low-voltage (LV) networks. The successful vendor will be responsible for the design, procurement, commissioning, and deployment of a robust OMS capable of meeting the current and future needs of the Energy Management Directorate.
Key requirements include a modular, open-architecture system compliant with industry standards, predictive outage analytics, and the ability to manage distributed energy resources. The solution must support seamless integration with existing IT and operational technology systems, ensuring operational efficiency and improved response times during outages. Additionally, the system should provide advanced functionalities such as automated switching and restoration, comprehensive incident management, and a user-friendly graphical interface for operators and field crews. This initiative aims to enhance the reliability of the distribution network and reduce outage durations, ultimately benefiting the municipality and its customers.
This tender is suitable for businesses specializing in energy management systems, software development for utilities, SCADA solutions, and companies with experience in implementing integrated grid operation technologies.