Typical situation no. 27
A general contractor is preparing its bid for a 40 MW data center. The high-voltage package accounts for a quarter of the contract value and the delivery date carries penalties. Its equipment lead time assumptions date from 2022.
WHAT IS BLOCKING
- Lead times for transformers, switchgear and generators have changed significantly since then.
- An underestimated lead time turns into penalties; an overly cautious one loses the tender.
- The bid is due in three weeks.
WHAT WE DO
- Review of the high-voltage specifications.
- Update of lead times by equipment family, based on market tracking and targeted supplier consultations.
- Identification of critical equipment to reserve in advance.
- Recommendations on the qualifications to include in the bid.
WHAT YOU GET
- A table of updated lead times, by equipment item.
- The risks to cover in the bid.
- A note that can be used in the bid presentation.
Typical format: Short engagement, one to two weeks. Every assignment is scoped in writing before it starts.
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Typical situation, based on real enquiries and anonymised. Figures are illustrative.