SITUATION:
BOND self-performed perimeter security upgrades to the existing substation for a local utility company. Our scope of work included the following: 277 hybrid pre-cast foundations, 3,200 LF of panelized ballistic fencing in 10’/15’/20′ sections, two structural vehicle gates, three structural pedestrian gates, electrical infrastructure for security camera installation, trenching excavation and backfill for associated grounding, conduits and perimeter barbed wire-installation.
CHALLENGES:
- Fast track schedule through the winter
- Confidentiality and security around the construction site
- Work performed within an existing live substation
- Aggressive construction schedule
- Fence line installation work revolved heavily around high voltage overhead line
SOLUTIONS:
- Enforcement of strict communication protocols to minimize disruption to local communities
- Constant coordination and client’s site management team including client’s fence material vendor, state and local officials
- Worked closely with client to develop mitigation strategies to allow efficient and productive construction methods to meet and exceed the fast track schedule
RESULTS:
- The client’s substation physical security conforms to national and regional standards
- Met stringent federal and regional reliability standards
- Completed project on time and within budget