Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) has recently awarded a significant Letter of Acceptance (LoA) to Panasonic Manufacturing (Beijing) Co., Ltd. for the installation of Platform Screen Doors on Corridors 3 and 5 of the Phase-2 project.
More Details:
- Tender Reference Number: CMRL/PHASE II/SYS/ASA11/2023
- Name of Work: Design, manufacture, supply, installation, testing and commissioning of Platform Screen Doors for Corridor 3 (Madhavaram Depot to Tharamani Metro) and Corridor 5 (Kolathur Junction Metro to Villivakkam MTH Road Metro) of CMRL Phase-2.
- Work Completion Period: 1465 Days
- Awarded Value: INR 87,36,03,003/-
Scope of Work for the Contractor:
- Full Height Platform Screen Doors (PSDs): The scope includes the supply and installation of full-height PSD systems designed for 3-car trains, with an approximate length of 70 metres per platform.
- Bi-Parting Sliding Doors: Each platform will be equipped with 12 sets of bi-parting sliding doors, complete with drive mechanisms and electric motors, to ensure smooth and safe operation.
- Electrical and Electronic Components: The contractor will provide all mechanical, electrical, and electronic equipment necessary for the PSD façade, including integrated manual control panels.
- Control Equipment: Equipment for the control circuitry of the PSD system will be installed in designated equipment rooms, ensuring reliable operation and integration with metro systems.
- Infrastructure and Fixtures: Concrete or metallic bases, pedestals, anchor fasteners, and supports for indoor and platform equipment will be supplied to securely install the PSD systems.
- Cabling and Connectivity: All necessary cables, including optical fibre cables, terminations, protection pipes, and accessories, will be provided to ensure full connectivity and functionality of the PSD system.
- Workstations and Servers: The contractor will supply, install, and commission all required workstations, servers, and maintenance and diagnostic software for System Control Room (SCR), Operational Control Center (OCC), and Backup OCC (BOCC).
- Cable Management: All spur cable containments, trays under false flooring inside equipment rooms, control rooms, track crossing pipes, and concealed conduits will be provided to manage cabling infrastructure efficiently.
- Safety and Interfaces: All necessary equipment and interfaces will be supplied to meet safety standards and performance requirements, including temporary safety arrangements during different project stages.
- Spare Parts and Tools: The scope includes the provision of special test equipment, tools, keys, maintenance utilities, and spare parts for the testing and commissioning period, Defect Liability Period (DLP), and warranty period.
Conclusion:
The detailed scope of supply for the Platform Screen Doors in Chennai Metro Rail’s Phase-2 project ensures a thorough approach to enhancing passenger safety and efficiency. By covering installation, maintenance, and safety requirements, the project aims to provide a reliable and modernised metro system, significantly improving the commuter experience in Chennai.
Source: CMRL – Tender Update | Image Credit (representational): CMRL
