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We build energy storage systems turnkey

From detailed design, through civil and electrical works, to grid connection and commissioning. We deliver with experienced construction partners, while Scavolt coordinates the whole project and is responsible for schedule, quality and acceptance.

Single point of contactProven partnersNC RfG-compliant acceptanceSmooth handover to O&M
Scavolt energy storage construction
EPC scope

Everything a storage build requires

We take over the project at RTB stage and take it through to commercial operation (COD).

Detailed design

Building and detailed design, system configuration and coordination of disciplines based on the RTB documentation.

Procurement and logistics

Supply of BESS, PCS, transformers and switchgear – scheduling, transport and factory acceptance.

Civil works

Site preparation, foundations, internal roads, drainage and fencing.

Electrical installations

LV and MV cabling, switchgear, earthing and lightning protection.

Substation and grid connection

MV/HV transformer substation and grid connection, coordinated with the DSO.

Automation and SCADA

EMS integration, DSO telemetry, monitoring and remote access.

Fire safety

Detection and suppression systems, safety zones and fire safety approvals.

Commissioning and acceptance

FAT/SAT tests, commissioning, DSO compliance tests and COD.

How we work

Six stages to commercial operation

1
Design
RTB documentation review, detailed design
2
Procurement
BESS, PCS, transformer, switchgear
3
Construction
earthworks, foundations, roads
4
Installation
container placement, cabling, substation
5
Commissioning
commissioning, DSO and NC RfG tests
6
COD and O&M
handover, documentation, operation
Scope and cost estimate

Every item costed before construction starts

We define the EPC scope using a detailed checklist. For every project we price each item separately and assign who is responsible for it – from grid connection fees to NC RfG compliance tests.

187
items on the checklist
7
work categories
154
items in the base scope
33
options and variants to compare
Delivered byScavolt / EPC partnerEPC + DSOGrid operator (DSO)Equipment supplierLaboratory and certificationDesigners and specialists
A15 kV MV route and connection from the HV/MV substation29 items
A01Grid connection application fee
A02Connection fee advance
A03Performance security
A04Final connection fee
A05Fee for MV cable over 200 m
A0615 kV MV cable 3 × XRUHAKXS 1×120/50
A07MV cable laying in trench
A08Mechanical cable trench excavation
A09DVK/HDPE Dz160 protective duct
A10Trench backfilling and compaction
A11Warning tape
A12Indoor MV cable termination
A13Outdoor MV cable termination
A14MV straight joint
A15Terminal cable pole
A16Intermediate cable pole
A17Tie-in to MV switchgear at the HV/MV substation
A18New MV bay at the HV/MV substation
A19DSO tie-in fee
A20ADSS 24-fibre optical cable
A21Fibre patch panel at the substation
A22Fibre splices
A23Intermediate patch panel
A24MV cable voltage test (VLF)
A25Partial discharge and tan δ measurement
A26MV cable insulation resistance test
A27Phasing check and termination inspection
A28Fibre attenuation test (OTDR)
A29MV connection building design and approvals
BSite development11 items
B01Clearing and topsoil removal
B02Road and yard subgrade preparation
B03Asphalt access road
B04Concrete-paved manoeuvring yard
B05Panel fence H = 2.0 m
B06Automatic sliding entrance gate
B07Service gate
B08CCTV monitoring
B09LED site lighting
B10Grass seeding
B11IT / LAN network
CStorage, switchgear, tests, commissioning and NC RfG81 items
C01Foundation for a 20 ft BESS container
C02Foundation for a 40 ft BESS container
C03Site levelling for containers
C04Transport and unloading of a 20 ft container
C05Transport and unloading of a 40 ft container
C06Mechanical and welding works at the container
C07DC cabling between modules
C08BESS container earthing
C09MV cable connection at the container
C100.4 kV LV switchboard – AC cabinet
C11Control and telecom cabling
C12BESS commissioning and FAT/SAT tests
C13Technical design and approvals
C14Owner’s supervision
C15MV switchgear – line bay
C16MV switchgear – transformer bay
C17MV switchgear – metering bay
C18MV switchgear – bus coupler bay
C19MV switchgear – IP54 outdoor enclosure
C20MV switchgear – Cu 630 A busbar
C21Internal MV cable YHAKXS 3×95
C22MV protection relay
C23Switchgear auxiliary supply 24 V DC
C24MV switchgear installation
C25Installation of an additional MV bay
C26Switchgear commissioning (IEC 62271)
C27MV switchgear detailed design
C28Variant: MV switchgear in supplier’s skid
C29MV cable from PCS skid to connection point
C30Internal trench excavation and backfill
C31Dz110 protective duct – internal route
C32BMS / EMS configuration and integration tests
C33BESS as-built documentation
C34BESS container installation
C35LV switchboard installation
C36CT/VT installation
C37MV switchgear voltage test
C38Switchgear phasing check
C39Substation earthing
C40Substation signage (safety, SLD)
C41Transformer voltage test
C42Transformer oil analysis (DGA)
C43Transformer winding resistance test
C44Transformer ratio test
C45Electric shock protection tests
C46Earthing resistance tests
C47Power quality measurements – 7 days
C48Protection and settings check
C49Interface protection tests (anti-islanding)
C50Harmonic filter measurements
C51Power quality recorder calibration
C52EMC measurements
C53EON documentation (PGMD)
C54EON – de-energised tests
C55EON – DSO attendance at tests
C56ION-1 – SCADA and remote control tests
C57ION-1 – control algorithm tests
C58ION-1 – island operation check
C59First charge from the grid
C60Full charge-discharge cycle test
C61Standby self-consumption measurement
C62System burn-in – 72 h
C63Connection certificate
C64Operating agreements – distribution and sales
C65Update of DSO grid code instructions
C66NC RfG certification – storage module
C67Firmware compliance verification
C68Sworn translation of the NC RfG certificate
C69Entry on the PTPiREE list
C70Test report and NC RfG certificate
C71Sworn translation of the test report
C72ION-2 NC RfG – full compliance tests
C73NC RfG – LFSM-O test
C74NC RfG – LFSM-U test
C75NC RfG – reactive power test
C76NC RfG – voltage dip ride-through test (LVRT)
C77NC RfG – island operation test
C78PGMD – power generating module document
C79PTPiREE device sheet and firmware
C80DSO staff training
C81SCADA documentation update
DTelecontrol – RTU, SCADA, EMS, protocols13 items
D01Modular RTU with I/O modules
D02Telecontrol cabinet with UPS
D03RTU and data map configuration
D04SCADA software licences
D05Redundant industrial switch
D06GSM/LTE router / firewall
D07Signal and control cabling
D08EMS/BMS mapping to DSO SCADA
D09FAT at the manufacturer
D10On-site SAT with the DSO
D11Communication tests with the DSO (1–3 months)
D12GSM/LTE and redundancy link test
D13IEC 61850 / 104 protocol verification
ERevenue metering system20 items
E01MID billing meter class 0.2S
E02Metering compartment in the skid
E03CT/VT metering circuit cabling
E04Revenue metering system design
E05Meter legal verification
E06Metering acceptance by the DSO
E07Data integration with DSO AMI / SCADA
E08Option: CTs class 0.2S
E09Option: VTs class 0.2
E10Option: CT/VT calibration
E11Metering gateway / recorder
E12Redundant CTs – gateway
E13Redundant VTs – gateway
E14Free-standing IP54 metering cabinet
E15Metering cabling – gateway
E16Gateway configuration with DSO / TSO
E17CT/VT and meter calibration (accredited lab)
E18Gateway commissioning and acceptance with the DSO
E19Gateway metering design
E20AMI licence / system fee

In addition, category F contains 14 optional items (e.g. landscaping, walkways, levelling, type tests) and category G 19 alternative variants that let you compare solutions and prices. Unit prices are presented in the offer for a specific project.

Delivery model

We build with partners and take responsibility for the whole

We combine BESS technology know-how with our construction partners’ experience. That way the storage system is designed and built with its operation and earnings in the years ahead in mind.

01
Single point of contact

Scavolt runs the project from start to finish: schedule, budget, reporting and communication with the DSO.

02
Partners matched to the project

Civil and electrical works are carried out by proven construction partners experienced in renewables and MV/HV grids – selected for the project’s scale and location.

03
Supervision and quality control

Our team supervises construction, carries out interim and final acceptance and looks after the as-built documentation.

Sample design package

GPZ Scavolt – ST-BESS 4000 kVA substation

This is the kind of documentation we prepare before construction: a concept for a 15.75/0.69 kV transformer substation for an energy storage system with four PCS units.

ST-BESS substation visualisation – GPZ Scavolt
3D visualisation – exterior view, 10.5 × 4.5 m enclosure
ST-BESS substation cross-section – interior
Interior: MV switchgear, 4000 kVA transformer, LV switchboard
Package contents
Plan view and enclosure elevations
MV and LV switchgear views
Single-line diagram of main circuits
Auxiliary supply, metering and automation
Transformer and equipment selection
3D visualisations of the substation
ST-BESS substation plan view
Sheet 01 – plan view, 10.5 × 4.5 m variant
ST-BESS 4000 kVA substation single-line diagram
Single-line diagram – MV 15.75 kV, LV 690 V, 4 × PCS
PDF
Plans and elevations
Enclosure, MV and LV switchgear, auxiliaries, 3D visualisations, catalogue data
7 A3 sheets · 5.4 MB · PL
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PDF
Schematic diagram
Single-line diagram of main circuits, auxiliaries, metering and automation
3 A2 sheets · 0.5 MB · PL
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Quality

Standards that protect your investment

Health & safety and coordination

Site health and safety plan, subcontractor coordination and safe site organisation.

Grid compliance

Acceptance and tests in line with DSO requirements and the NC RfG code.

Documentation

Complete as-built documentation, test reports and operating manuals.

Continuity after COD

Smooth handover to O&M: 24/7 monitoring and guaranteed availability >95%.

Got an RTB project? We’ll price the build

Send us the grid connection conditions, storage power and capacity, and location. We’ll prepare the EPC scope, schedule and quote. Don’t have a project yet? See our RTB projects.

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