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THE ISRAEL ELECTRIC CORPORATION LIMITED

CENTRAL METERING UNIT

Specification No. 307-4-15

SINGLE-PHASE STATIC WHOLE CURRENT ELECTRICITY METERS

FOR ACTIVE ENERGY

I.E.Co Catalog No. 4453502

Name Signature Date

Prepared by: E. Feinstein

Data exchange advisor: E. Abramovich

Metrology policy: N. Calamaro

Approved by: I. Gueta

Approved by: M. Levy

Page 2 of 52 SPECIFICATION

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Israel Electric Corp.

Central Metering Unit

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. PURCHASER

2. NAME OF ITEM & PROJECT

3. LOCATION OF ITEM / PROJECT

4. SCOPE OF WORK

4.1 SCOPE OF SUPPLY / SERVICE

5. TERMINAL POINTS & TERMINAL CONNECTION

6. CYBER & INFORMATION SECURITY

7. QUALITY MANAGEMENT & QUALITY CONTROL

7.1 GENERAL QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

7.2 INTERCHANGEABILITY

8. STANDARDS & CODES

9. TECHNICAL DOCUMENTATION

9.1 GENERAL

9.2 TECHNICAL DOCUMENTS TO ACCOMPANY THE PROPOSAL

9.3 TECHNICAL DOCUMENTS AFTER NOTIFICATION OF AWARD

10. TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

10.1 ENVIROMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS & SERVICE CONDITIONS

10.2 RELIABILITY, AVAILABILITY, MAINTAINABILITY (RAM)

10.3 FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS

10.4 PROPERTIES

10.5 DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION

10.6 COMMISSIONING

10.7 OPERATION & MAINTANANCE


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10.7.1 GENERAL

10.7.2 SPARE & RENEWAL PARTS

11. TESTS & INSPECTIONS

12. PACKAGING & DELIVERY

13. STORAGE & HANDLING

14. NAMEPLATE / MARKING

15. NOTES

16. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Appendix 1 – Shaped Screw Head for the Terminal Cover

Appendix 2 – Protective Sleeve for the Terminal Cover Screw

Appendix 3 – Nameplate Format

Appendix 4 – Official Logo of the Israel Electric Corp.

Appendix 5 – Company Symbol

Appendix 6 – Stranded Steel Wire for Sealing

Appendix 7 – Sealing

Appendix 8 – Pallet

Appendix 9 – Off the Shelf Product Requirements

Appendix 10 – Conformity with Bid Requirements Questionnaire

Appendix 11 – Manufacturer’s Qualification Questionnaire

Appendix 12 – Glossary


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1. PURCHASER

The Israel Electric Corporation Limited (I.E.Co)

2. NAME OF ITEM & PROJECT

Single-Phase Static Whole Current Electricity Meter for Active Energy.

3. LOCATION OF ITEM / PROJECT

The specification refers to static active energy meters, with direct connection for single-phase

2-wire service.

4. SCOPE OF WORK

Single-Phase Static Whole Current Electricity Meters for Active Energy, Laboratory software,

Laptop software, HHU software. The manufacturer shall supply the communication protocol

reference data and manual. Also the software sources for the PC and HHU, subject to confidential

(Non Disclosure) agreements.

4.1 SCOPE OF SUPPLY / SERVICE

4.1.1 HHU / Portable PC / Lab PC Applications

a. The different applications shall run by different parameters (routine/function running with

different parameters, excluding the lab PC software).

b. HHU and portable PC shall use the same software (EXE, DLL, etc).

c. Portable software (portable - doesn't require installation) distribution should be by "copy and

paste" method, not installation and registration.

d. The software baud rate fixed/variable baud-rate will be according to the application, meter port

usage, and connections.

e. The software baud rate fixed /variable baud-rate is according application and meter port usages

and Connections. Meaning: 1200 bps1, 9600 bps

f. All software/licenses will be without time limitations.

Level Performed by Activities

0

Operator (meter

reader) with HHU

a

Meter reading. Automatic downloading and uploading

of data as follows:

b Enable copying of any file (configuration) from the

HHU to PC.

c Capable of identification of the meter model.

d Capable of identification of meter S.N.

e Capable of reading standard IECo data file (4.1.4).

1 BPS – Bits Per Second


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f Capable of being embedded at an IECo wrapping

software through an executable command line, or

through an API. Control of software through that

interface should be of all required parameters.

1

Technician (meter

installer/

maintainer)

with portable PC

a

b

All the activities of Level 0

Dial Test mode (=ability to modify: enlarge/decrement,

meter's display resolution by 2-3 last decimal digits)

2

Technician/

Engineer with

Laboratory PC

a

b

All the activities of Level 0, 1

Same requirements as HHU.

4.1.2 Required operation

Operation HHU

Portable

PC Lab PC

1

Read meter billing data (current +

billing / parametric choice) √ √ √

2 Read reverse energy flag status √ √ √

3 Clear reverse flag (flag stays until

reading) √ √ √

4 Adjust meter to HI res /dial test mode √ √

5 Read High resolution registers √ √

6 Firmware update at Israel without

sending outside IECo √ √


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Figure 2: MC 65 HHU

4.1.3 Software and Routines / Data Flow and Process

System Computing Hardware and OS

a. The Manufacturer shall provide the software and all other means required for data exchange

between the Meter and the HHU/portable PC/Lab PC via the different communications.

b. System hardware and OS (operating system)

b.1. HHU type: Motorola MC 65 Rugged software configurable dual 3.5G WAN

Enterprise Digital Assistant (EDA).

Operating system: Microsoft® Windows Mobile® 6.5 Professional.

COM port: USB2 powering cradle for charging HHU and for interfacing with PC.

Keypad Options : Alpha/Numeric

b.2. Portable PC:

Operating system: Win 7.

COM port: USB2

b.3. Lab PC:

Operating system: Win 7.


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COM port: regular serial com port, USB2.

c. In case of third party software, the manufacturer shall provide the software license needed from

the software developer. At the case that the third party software is the entire software's upper

layer, it should be capable of being embedded at an I.E.Co wrapping software through an

executable command line, or through an API. Control of software through that interface should

be of all required parameters. The latter should abide to both HHU and portable/Lab PC.

The HHU software is mandatory limited to a volume of around 2Mbytes.

Note:

In order to minimize SW integrations faults between the HHU and I.E.Co and Bidder SW

the Bidder should develop the HHU SW on the same HHU as I.E.Co .

I.E.Co will provide the HMI SW (only) to run this SW.

d. Software license – all software licenses (manufacture and third party) should be for unlimited

time duration.

Data Files and Auxiliary Management / Control Files Requirements

e. Meter data output files

e.1. There are three data files read out from the meter.

e.2. Limited technical data and events log file – I.E.Co format

e.3. Full technical data and events log file – manufacturer's format

e.4. The data files, output of the HHU/PC software, shall be ASCII files

e.5. The HHU and the PC data output meter files shall have the same data file structure

e.6. File and Record Formats data files shall include all the data available in the system, and the

Purchaser shall select the relevant data from these files.

f. Communication / Data Conversion / Software reports results Error File

f.1. During/after running the software an error file should be created.

f.2. The report result is for I.E.Co management of software usage.

f.3. The Error File output of the software, will be 3 bytes long (leading zero format), containing

results codes of operation.

f.4. If the communication / data conversion ends with no error, the ERR.DAT file will contain

the value 000, else the error code meter files shall be provided in ASCII format.


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4.1.4 I.E.Co Basic Meter File

Note:

In case there are fields that not defined in the meter, the value will be filled by zero.

This file is also for TOU meters, so TOU / TIME depending events should be filled with zeros.

Blue colored fields should be filled.


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5. TERMINAL POINTS & TERMINAL CONNECTION

5.1 HHU compatibility

The meter shall be able to communicate with I.E.Co standard HHU (MOTOROLA) via the optical

port and an adapter cable. See 4.1.1, 5.2

5.2 Local Communication Port

The meter shall have a local communication port, as follows.

5.2.1 An optically isolated connector, physically conforming to IEC62056-21 (2002) which shall

be installed on the front panel of the Meter and shall be immediately accessible (there shall

be no need to remove a cover for access).

5.2.2 The optical port should work with I.E.Co (REALLIN) optical probe, BLUSKY optical

probe as well as with ABACUS probe.

Figure 1 bellow shows these probes.

5.2.3 Data baud rate: 300 - 9600 bit /sec. A complete specification of manufacturer sign on rate and

general rate during all of its protocols, and dependent on hardware – is required.

A - Abacus probe B- REALLIN I.E.Co probe C - BLUSKY HHU probe

Figure 1: Images of optical probes

Important notes to the meter manufacturer:

The manufacturer should be aware that the meter must work with ABACUS, BLUSKY and

REALLIN optical probes. The manufacturer should be aware of the following notes for adaptation

of his meter to I.E.Co comm. requirements:

Probe type Requires/does not

require supply &

control signals

Connection

meter to HHU

Direct/indirect

Supported HW

protocol standard

Meter to Lab PC/laptop

Direct/indirect

connection

ABACUS Not required Direct IEC 62056-21

(previously 1107) Direct USB

REALLIN Not required Direct IEC 62056-21


BLUSKY Not required Direct IEC 62056-21



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5.2.4 Communication Protocol Sources/Manuals

The manufacturer shall supply the communication protocol reference data and manual. Also the

software sources for the PC and HHU, subject to confidential (Non Disclosure) agreements.

I.E.Co request for information: regarding to comm. protocol software layer, that is dressed on top

of the HW interface (IEC 1107). Every manufacturer implements a protocol specified by data

packets, control words, the amount of data fetched by a single transaction, etc. During the tender,

the meter manufacturer should specify to I.E.Co to which of the following categories does the

protocol abide:

SW protocol layer standardization category

International comm. standard

Joint collaboration of several companies

Private company intellectual property

Data Readings Time Limitation

Current

Local (HHU/PC) 30 sec

Notes:

Data reading – Total kWh, Status Flag

Local HHU/PC to meter baud rate: 9600 bit/s

The time does not include connection time.


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6. CYBER & INFORMATION SECURITY

n/a

7. QUALITY MANAGEMENT & QUALITY CONTROL

The Manufacturer’s Quality Management Program shall meet the requirements described in ISO

9001 (2008).

7.1 GENERAL QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

7.1.1 The Israel Electric Co. shall have the right to audit and comment on Manufacturer’s Quality

Management System, regardless of whether it was previously audited by a certifying agency

or any other body.

I.E.Co experts may ask to visit the manufacturer's plant at the technical stage of proposal

evaluation or later.

7.1.2 The Contractor shall submit under this paragraph his QM Manual and procedures for:

• Calibration (including explanation of calibration chains for main measurements that make

conditions to quality of final product).

• Qualification of suppliers.

• Non conformities and corrective actions.

7.1.3 Quality Control (QC)

The Manufacture shall submit with his proposal a preliminary Inspection and Test (I&T) Plan.

A mutually agreed inspection point plan, including witnesses and points, shall be agreed between

I.E.Co and the Manufacturer. Any subsequent alteration to this program shall require I.E.Co

agreement, prior to start of any work affected by these alternations.

Test and Inspection certificates as required in the specification and the applicable standards, shall be

submitted immediately following their generation. The certificates shall be original, signed by the

manufacturer, and contain actual measured values.

The generation of certificates, indulging those generated by subcontractors and sub-suppliers shall

bear no extra cost to the Israel Electric Co.

Any equipment non-conformance to drawings, specifications or any other purchase order

requirements which are considered by the manufacturer as “acceptable as it is” or “for repair”, shall

be submitted to the Israel Electric Co. for approval, with their recommended dispositions. All such

non-conformances shall be approved by the Israel Electric Co., shall be documented, and a copy of

the approval shall accompany each shipment.

All materials used in manufacturing the equipment shall conform to specifications, approved

drawings, and accepted Standards.

7.1.4 Manufacturing Experience and Capacity

The Bidder shall declare his experience in manufacturing meters identical to the proposed or of

similar type (see the definition of "similar type" in Preliminary Conditions). Bidder with experience

of less than two years will not be acceptable. More experienced bidder will have privilege (refer

Score Matrix, section 16, clause 9).

The Bidder shall declare his monthly capacity for manufacturing and calibrating the specific meter

type, while fulfilling all requirements for Quality Management, and without any degradation in

product quality (see MQQ - Appendix 11 - 3.3.4).


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In case that the required monthly delivery quantity exceeds the manufacturer's declared capacity the

manufacturer shall provide proof on how he intends to deliver the order in time while meeting all

quality requirements.

Note: If, as a result of technological innovations, the manufacturing capacity is increased, an

I.E.Co representative will have the right to inspect and approve the new manufacturing processes

when they come on line.

7.2 INTERCHANGEABILITY

n/a

8. STANDARDS & CODES

The electricity meters proposed by the Bidder must fully comply with international standards

IEC62052-11 and IEC62053-21, or EN62052-11 and EN62053-21, or EN50470-1 and EN50470-3.

To show conformance with this requirement the bidder must provide a copy of a certificate of type

(pattern) approval from an authorized body or, in case of MID certified meter, valid Notified Body

as published by European Commission, confirming that the meter type, identical with the proposed

one, complies with the requirements of IEC62052-11 and IEC62053-21, or EN62052-11 and

EN62053-21, or EN50470-1 and EN50470-3 as per section 9.2.1 of the Spec 307-4-15.

8.1 LIST OF RELEVANT PUBLICATIONS

1. IEC62058-11 (2008) Electricity metering equipment - Acceptance testing – Common

requirements

2. IEC62058-31 (2008) Electricity metering equipment (AC) – Acceptance inspection –

Particular requirements for static meters for active energy (classes 0,2 S, 0,5 S, 1 and 2)

3. IEC62052-11 (2003) / EN62052-11

Electricity metering equipment (a.c.) – General requirements, tests and test conditions – Part

11: Metering equipment

4. IEC62053-21 (2003) / EN62053-21

Electricity metering equipment (a.c.) – Particular requirements – Part 21: Static meters for

active energy (classes 1 and 2)

5. IEC62056-21 (2002)

Electricity metering – Data exchange for meter reading, tariff and load control – Part 21:

Direct local data exchange

6. IEC60605 (1994)

Equipment Reliability Testing – Compliance test plans for failure rate and mean time between

failures assuming constant failure rate

7. IEC60300-3-2 (1993)

Dependability management – Part 3: Application guide – Section 2: Collection of

dependability data from the field

8. IEC62059-21 (2002)

Electricity metering equipment – Dependability – Part 21: Collection of meter dependability

data from the field


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9. IEC60068-2-31 (2008)

Environmental testing - Tests – Test Ec: Rough handling shocks, primarily for equipment-

type specimens

10. IEC60529 (2001)

Degree of protection provided by enclosures (IP Code)

11. BS7856:1996

Code of practice for design of alternating current, watt-hour meters for active energy (classes

1 and 2)

12. EN 50470-1

Electricity metering equipment (a.c.) – General requirements, tests and test conditions – Part

1: Metering equipment (class indexes A, B and C).

13. EN 50470-3

Electricity metering equipment (a.c.) – Particular requirements – Part 3: Static meters for

active energy (class indexes A, B and C).

14. 62059-31-1

Accelerated reliability testing – Elevated temperature and humidity.

9. TECHNICAL DOCUMENTATION

9.1 GENERAL

All applicable documents shall be in English, and shall refer to the specific plant where the

proposed meters are manufactured.

9.2 TECHNICAL DOCUMENTS TO ACCOMPANY THE PROPOSAL

9.2.1 A true copy of a certificate of type (pattern) approval from an authorized body (institute,

laboratory or competent organization), confirming that the meter type, identical with the

proposed one, complies with the requirements of IEC62052-11 and IEC62053-21 or

EN62052-11 and EN62053-21, or EN50470-3.

The certificate must include complete test results according to all requirements of the above

standards, or the test results shall be supplied separately, performed by an ISO 17025

accredited laboratory such as PTB, OFGEM, KEMA, NMI, METAS, etc. or by valid

Notified Body listed by NANDO:

(http://ec.europa.eu/enterprise/newapproach/nando/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.notifiedbo

dy)

If the tests are performed in a laboratory other than those listed above, the laboratory must

be internationally accredited to ISO17025 and provide proof that its Scope of Activity

includes meter testing and certification. A true copy of the laboratory accreditation

certificate must be enclosed.

If it is not possible to receive the test results officially printed, the bidder shall provide

results of the same tests, carried out in another accredited laboratory but traceable to the

National Laboratory and also approval certificate, issued by the Authorized institute, that the

meters comply with the standard.


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The Bidder shall provide full details of modifications – if any – made to the offered meter

since it was submitted for type test approval.

9.2.2 A copy of a certificate of compliance with ISO9001 (2008) issued by a Certification Body

(CB) which is a qualified by an Accreditation Body (AB).

9.2.3 A list of utilities, which have purchased electricity meters of a similar type and of the same

manufacture, proposed in the bid, during a period of three years, just preceding the last date

for submission of technical proposals. Such list shall include the dates of sale, the quantities

sold and the name of person to whom I.E.Co may contact for clarifications at these utilities.

The dates and quantities must be proved by the customers' reference letters provided with

the offer.

9.2.4 Filled copy of Manufacturer's Qualification Questionnaire (Ap. 11).

9.2.5 Filled copy of the RAM Questionnaire (section 10.2).

9.2.6 Manufacturer Quality Management Manual.

9.2.7 Filled copy of Conformity with requirements questionnaire.

9.2.8 A list as well as Calibration certificates and traceability charts for all relevant test and

calibration equipment including equipment for initial calibration.

9.2.9 The manufacturer shall attach with the technical offer a complete description of the meter

with all its properties and its detailed relation to each item of this specification.

9.2.10 The manufacturer shall fill in the Checklist of the Documents (See Appendix 10, T. 5).

The manufacturer shall authorize his agreement to every item of this specification by signing.

9.3 TECHNICAL DOCUMENTS AFTER NOTIFICATION OF AWARD

Manufacturer shall submit for Purchaser’s approval, no later than four (4) weeks after award of

contract, the documents indicated below.

9.3.1 Functional Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Report

9.3.1.1 Foreword - objective

In order to let I.E.Co receive a meter with a high quality and smoother adaptation to I.E.Co

requirements a Functional Test Report (along with the meters calibration certificate and metrology

report) should be submitted by the manufacturer. The FAT submittal must be not later than at the

stage of the first trial meters submitting for the tests of the Spec. conformity conducted by I.E.Co

after the winners have been proclaimed.

9.3.1.2 Testing chapters

The following table defines the test chapters:

No. Basic test chapters Chapter contents, description

1 Software support package testing according to its

functions:

Reading data file

Communication

If the software is tested as a byproduct of the meter

testing, the manufacturer shall separately mark the

software test items.


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2 I.E.Co standard file testing Section 4.1.4 – file spec

3 Registration of the status flags

testing

Verify functionality by simulation of the status bits.

4 HHU testing Test the full I.E.Co required capability with HHU

(sections 5.1, 5.2 )

5 Portable PC, Lab PC testing Horizontally test sections 1-3 above.

6 Miscellaneous Any test item that is not correlated with previous

chapters.

Example: file read during comm. sudden break.

9.3.1.3 Test report structure

The report shall include a separate chapter for each of the test chapters specified above.

The report shall be table styled. A suggested table scheme is followed hereby:

Test

no.

Test index from

manufacturer test

program

Tested

module Subject

Short Test

description

Test

method

Testing

technician

Date

Pass/Fail

Reference

1 3.5.5.3 HHU Data

file read

Generate

I.E.Co

standard

data file at

various

scenarios

John

Smith

3.12.09

Pass

User

manual

section 3.6.

Every chapter shall include: date, and chapter verification owner.

The initial page shall include:

No. Item Description

1 Header <Meter type> functional Acceptance Tests Report

2 Table of contents

3 Signatures Lab manager, test program manager, test group members

9.3.2 Accuracy, AC voltage (insulation) and functionality tests results including initial calibration

data of each shipped meter shall be sent to the Meter Test Station Department of the Israel Electric

Co. in Excel or Access files on memory disks or other electronic media prior to each shipment, for

purpose of metrology normalcy.

The manufacturer must state whether accuracy test is performed on the meters with closed or open

voltage links. If the meters are calibrated with open voltage links, quality control routine must be

implemented to insure correct meters functionality after their sealing (closed links).

The results of tests that have been performed on samples at the manufacturer plant for quality


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inspection purposes shall also be sent in the same format. Each shipped platform arrangement will

be announced and attached to the test report.

9.3.3 Calibration certificate of test equipment, on which calibration and final test of the meters are

performed, in accordance with IEC 60736, including traceability chain.

9.3.4 List of qualified suppliers of the most important parts and components (microprocessor,

metering IC, non-volatile memory, LCD, etc.).

10. TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

The Meter must have the following main features:

• Single rate (flat rate) active energy

• Reference voltage (Un): 230 V

• Basic current (Ib): 10 A or 5 A

• Maximum current (Imax): 60 A or more

• Reference frequency: 50 Hz

• Accuracy: Class 2 according to IEC62053-21 / EN62053-21 or Class index B according to

EN 50470-3

• Meter performance including memory will not require an internal battery or super-cap.

Note: Meters which are type approved to Class 1 accuracy will also be acceptable.

10.1 ENVIROMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS & SERVICE CONDITIONS

Meters shall be finished to keep all specified features when installed indoors in humid tropical

environment, and exposed to direct solar radiation.

In addition to mechanical tests described in IEC/EN 62052-11, the meter shall withstand the free

fall test prescribed in IEC60068-2-31.

10.2 RELIABILITY, AVAILABILITY, MAINTAINABILITY (RAM)

A1. Definitions

The definitions for RAM purposes in the Specification for electronic watt-hour meters as included

in IEC TR62059-11, IEC62059-21, IEC62059-41. The RAM parameters are characteristics of the

meter design and production only, when they are properly used and maintained.

The following notes will be taken to consideration:

1. Electronic Watt-hour Meters - SINGLE-PHASE STATIC WHOLE CURRENT

METERS FOR ACTIVE ENERGY

See items of Specification.

2. Maintenance

Maintenance is any action taken to:

• Replace a faulty meter with a properly working one, after a failure, and

• Test the operable condition of a replaced meter.


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Note. Both these actions should conform meter replacement time (MRT).

A2. RAM Requirements

The Bidder is required to provide I.E.Co with meters with the following RAM properties:

1. Reliability

• MTTF (operating time to first failure): 20 years or more.

• Useful life: At least 16 years, without the need for maintenance or recalibration.

2. Maintainability

The RAM estimate based on free of “preventive maintenance” service. Corrective maintenance only

should applicable.

Note. Since I.E.Co approach to meter fault elimination is by means of valid replacement of a

damaged meter by another one (new or used, however tested as revised product) conducting by

appropriate billing, maintainability is converting to influence of definite meter type on mean time

of these replacement (MRT). The MRT shall not exceed 20 min for the same meter type replacement

by trained personnel.

A3. RAM Information

The Bidder shall submit to I.E.Co the following information regarding RAM:

1. RAM activities in his plant concerning the offered meter, and how he is organized to perform

these activities.

2. Supervising on his subcontractors, suppliers and vendors for their RAM activities.

3. The optimization shall consider the following:

• Criticality (long supply time, high price, short life length, high failure rate, single supply

source, sensitive or vulnerable materials, etc.

• Latent failure rate (λ), and induced failure rate (caused by human).

• Turn Around Time (door to door).

• Quantity in service.

• Recommended “probability of no shortage” (spares availability) on shelf.

• Cost.

A4. Bidder RAM Declaration

1. The Bidder shall state in Table A1 of the Annex AA attached to this document, the minimum

predicted MTTF, and the useful life length values of his offered meter, when operated within

their specified environmental extreme conditions, as per the Specification of the meter. The

sum rate λ and these components values as predicted and verified (tested) will be reflected at

MTTF state.

Note. The MTTF prediction shall be based on models, stress methods and reporting

mode as given by IEC62059-41.

2. The Bidder shall state also in Table A2 of the Annex AA, the RAM historical field data of his

offered meter.


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The Bidder shall state the rationales for his above-mentioned declarations (usage/tests/

analysis/estimation).

A5. RAM Field Data

The data collection report shall be in categories of IEC62059-21.

A6. Reliability Demonstration

I.E.Co has the privilege to exercise a Reliability Field Demonstration (RFD) concerning the

supplied meter. The purpose of the RFD is to verify that the meters meet the reliability

requirement, i.e., MTTF of 20 years.

If subject to execution, the RFD will be conducted in accordance with the following principles:

1. The RFD shall be objective, quantitative and based on data collection from returned faulty

meters (see IEC60300-3-2 Application Guide, IEC62059-21).

2. The Contractor has nothing to do in the RFD, except to participate in the Failure Review Board

(FRB). However, the Contractor has to do his best in his plant in the following areas, in order

to supply to I.E.Co with reliable meters, and thus to pass the RFD with high probability:

• Design and Development.

• Parts, materials, and components.

• Manufacturing Processes.

• Quality Management and Control.

• Tests and inspections.

• Subcontractors, Suppliers, and Vendors supervision.

• Packaging, Handling, Storage, and Transportation (PHST).

3. The FRB is the only body entitled to classify failures as “Relevant”, or “Non-relevant” for the

purpose of the RFD.

4. The Contractor is responsible for productive agency of RFD results.

5. The RFD shall be ended with either ACCEPT, or REJECT result.

6. The meaning of REJECT result is violation of the specification, and the contract will deal with

such a situation.

7. The RFD will be framed in accordance with standard reliability test methods.

Note:. It is recommended to:

• Explore IEC60300-2, in order to show the dependability program of the offered meter.

• Explore IEC62059-11 and IEC62059-21, in order to demonstrate the dependability level

by means of internationally agreed procedures for dependability data collection.

However, if it will be agreed between I.E.Co and winner of the Contract, another equivalent

test plan could be chosen and published, as required by the relevant national body of the

country where the meter is manufactured.

8. The complete RFD plan, including demonstration parameters, will be prepared after contract

award, in consultation between I.E.Co Reliability, and Equipment Dept., and the contract

winner.


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9. Annex AA

RAM Questionnaire

Static (solid state) Single-Phase Whole Current Electricity Meter Model No._____________ ,

complying with Specification 307-4-14.

AA1. Contractor Declaration

Reliability and Life Length

The reliability parameters of the meter are as follows:

Table A1: Meter Reliability Data

Reliability Parameter MTTF/Life

Operational MTTF (years)

Operational Service Life Length (years)

Rationale(usage/tests/analysis/estimation)

AA2. RAM Field Data

Table A3: RAM historical Field data for meter Model No. ________________

2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 Field Data

Total number of installed

meters

Total number of replacements

for any reason

Failures due to wrong design

Failures due to faulty

production

Failures due to bad use/

handling

Random failures

10.3 FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS

10.3.1 Connection Diagram

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Note: The connection terminals of mains and customer service must be marked on the terminal

block as given on the diagram with irremovable figures. The arrangement of terminals must be

according to BS7856.

10.3.2 Display

The meter display shall be LCD with good contrast and wide viewing angle for easy meter readout.

It must have a wide operating temperature range (industrial grade) and a life time of at least 20

years.

The LCD must display 6 digits for the registered energy, with digit height of at least 8 mm. The

display readout will be of whole kWh only, including leading zeros, and shall be the default screen

at meter power up.

10.3.3 Dial Test Mode

For dial test acceleration of the initial change of normal kWh resolution shall be done. The dial test

mode shall be activated for at least 60 min via the optical port (the mode switch on/off standalone

portable application shall be included in the offer). In this mode, the display shall show 2 or 3

digits after the decimal point (see Score Matrix – section 16, clause 7). There must not be a

possibility for unauthorized entering Dial Test Mode. The meter will exit the dial test mode to

normal display resolution either by a command via the optic port, or when it is powered down.

10.3.4 Optical Test Output

A light emitting diode (LED) indicator must be provided on the meter front panel, which will flash

in direct proportion to the power flow regardless of the current direction. The LED conversion from

emitting light to extinction or back shall denote the test pulse length. The LED light shall be in the

visible spectrum (preferably red), and shall not be modulated. The output constant shall be 500

imp/kWh or higher.

10.3.5 Optical Port

The meter must be equipped with an optically isolated connector, physically conforming to

IEC62056-21. This port shall be located on the front panel of the meter, and be fully accessible.

The baud rate shall be at least 2400 bit/s after log-on, and no more than 9600 bit/s.

The port shall be equipped with a ferro-metallic ring. In accordance with IEC62056-21 pp. 25-29,

the optical probe shall be tested for the following conditions:

(a) Detachment strength of at least 5 Newton between probe and port, while the probe is on

top of port. ABACUS and REALLIN USB and Motorola (connected to HHU) probes

shall be used.

(b) Detachment strength of at least 1.5 Newton between probe and port while the probe is 2

mm far from the port.

The optical port shall be used for reading the energy consumption registers and other data, such as

the meter serial number and status flags. It may also be used to enable and disable the

Dial Test display mode. It shall not be possible to reset the main energy register, or to change the

meter constant, serial number and other metrological parameters via the optical port.


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10.3.6 Energy Registers

The meter shall measure and register energy irrespective of the direction of current flow. The

register will show the absolute active energy total kWh (OBIS 15.8.0). The content of this register

will be displayed, and also be readable via the optical port for billing purposes.

An additional energy register shall be provided – for diagnostics purposes – to record the negative

active energy total separately (OBIS 2.8.0).

The energy register data shall be backed up in a non-volatile memory (NVM) location, so that

during mains power failure energy readings are not lost or reset.

10.3.7 Excessive Magnetic Flux Protection

The meter shall be protected against external continuous magnetic flux levels which exceed the

value defined in IEC/EN62053-21, para. 8.2.4, as an influence factor. An external flux of up to 1.5

kG will not change the meter error by more than ± 2%.

The test conditions for protection level are as follows: an external source of 1.2-1.5 kG magnetic

flux will be placed as close as possible to any meter surface. Meter errors prior and after the

application of flux will be compared. The test load is Un, Ib, PF=1.

10.3.8 Status Flags for Diagnostics and Service Events

On power-up, the meter shall perform a self-test and produce an appropriate error code.

10.3.9 Status Register Reset

Status flags (reverse flow, magnet, error, etc.) shall be saved in the meter memory between

sequential meter readings. The flags shall be reset to their default state via the optical port as part of

the reading procedure (flags are shown in the read data), or as an initiated password protected

operation. The status flag data shall be saved in the non-volatile memory (NVM).

10.3.10 Meter Serial Number

The meter's unique serial number shall be recorded both as printed numbers and barcode, and also

recorded in permanent memory, and available for readout via the optical port. It must be impossible

to change or delete the serial number.

The barcode and the internal memory's serial number shall consist of 12 digits: the first 4 digits

shall present the meter code with leading zeroes if necessary, and the next 8 digits shall present the

unique serial number where the first two digits present the manufacture year. These 8 digits shall

form also the serial number imprint for visual reception (See section 14 and Appendix 3). The

figures of the imprinted serial number shall be of at least 4 mm height and 2 mm width.

10.3.11 Data Structure and Software

The manufacturer shall define the format of the energy registers, status register, diagnostics and

other data read via the optical port. The file structure and the relevant software for interfacing with

the HHU, etc. must be sent by the tender winner to I.E.Co along with the preliminary 5-meter series

(see section 16).

10.3.12 Rate Schedule

The meter shall be single rate (flat rate) type. There will be no need for a real time clock, calendar,

back-up battery, time-stamped log file, or any other real-time-related feature.


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10.3.13 Over-voltage Protection

If a voltage of up to 400V is applied between the phase and neutral, the meter shall not be damaged,

and continue to operate properly when the over-voltage condition is removed.

Note: The thermal voltage (Uth) test conditions are as follows. The meter must run for two hours at

Uth, and immediately afterwards for two hours at Un. The meter error values before and after the

test will be compared. The test load is Un, Ib and PF=1.

10.3.14 Long-term Over-current (Thermal Current) Protection

Above and beyond the requirements specified in IEC/EN62053-21, the meter shall continuously

withstand a current of at least 120% Imax. The meter shall not be damaged, and continue to operate

properly when the over-current condition is removed.

Note: The thermal current (Ith) test conditions are as follows. The meter must run for two hours at

Ith, and immediately afterwards for two hours at Imax. The meter error values before and after the

test will be compared. The test load is Un, Imax and PF=1.

10.4 PROPERTIES

10.4.1 Dimensions

The meter dimensions shall not exceed those defined in BS7856:1996 publication

10.4.2 Mounting Holes

The mounting holes spacing shall be in accordance with BS7856:1996, Fig.1.

The top mounting hole (hanging point) is optional.

10.4.3 Weight

Weight: ≤ 1.5 kg.

10.5 DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION

10.5.1 Meter Case

The meter case shall be made of non-hygroscopic insulating material, self-extinguishing class V-2

according to IEC60695-11-10. It shall be insulating encased with protective class II according to

IEC/EN 62052-11, and sealed against penetration of dust and moisture (IP 51, per IEC60529). Its

shape shall be in accordance with BS7856:1996 (for single-phase).

The meter case, as a whole, shall withstand the spring hammer test with energy equal to

0.35 J.

10.5.2 Display Window

The display window shall be made of transparent, UV radiation resistant polycarbonate, or another

equivalent material. If a material other than polycarbonate is used, the Bidder is required to submit

a full description about its characteristics and evidence for its quality and durability.


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10.5.3 Display Backlight

A backlight feature for the display is preferred. If provided, the display backlight shall be activated

by a front panel push button or any other freely accessible facility

10.5.4 Voltage Link

The input voltage connection (link), if any, shall be inside the meter case and shall not be accessible

while opening the cover of the terminal block.

Note: The meters will be supplied to I.E.Co with the link, if any, closed, and checked for continuity.

10.5.5 Sealing

The meter base and cover could be either ultrasonically welded or permanently glued together to

prevent access to internal components.

Alternatively, two screws securing the meter cover to the base should be either unidirectional, or be

featured by sheared head, so as to be irremovable when the meter is mounted in location.

The seals shall be of the same type, made of tin-coated electrolyte copper and crimped on a

galvanized or stainless steel cable ("rope").

The seal should be fixed adjacent as much as possible to the screw which is sealed, and the surplus

cable ends should be cut off adjacent to the seal.

The measures must be taken to prevent user wounding from sharp seals rope edges.

If the meter is not welded or glued it should have tamper evidence sticker on both meter's sides.

Drawings of the sealing cable are attached (Appendix 5).

Drawings and details of the preferable and alternative seals are shown in Appendix 6.

The seal shall carry metrological marking that demonstrates the initial calibration performed on the

meter.

The manufacturer must submit a sample of the proposed seal for I.E.Co approval. Exactly the same

type of seal shall be used throughout the period of supply. Any further change in seal shape or

format must be notified to I.E.Co in advance and approved.

10.5.6 Terminal Block

The shape of the terminal block and its cover shall be in accordance with BS7856:1996 on the

assumption of meter features and performance.

10.5.6.1 Terminals

Each terminal must be provided with two screws to tighten copper conductor/thimble directly (so-

called "pillar-bar-type" terminal), or by means of lift-clip which pinches a conductor (so-called "lift-

type" terminal). "Pillar-bar-type" terminal is preferable. See Score Matrix - section 16, clause 4.

"Pillar-bar-type" terminal must be made of brass and be protected against corrosion. Ni plating (5

micron min) is preferable.

The pinching clip of "lift-type" terminal must be either made of Steel 8,8 and be Nickel plated, or

made of brass and be protected against corrosion. Ni plating (5 micron min) is preferable.

The terminals in their tightened position must allow steady bottom connection of the meter to

"quick springy connectors" of Test Benches for metrological tests.

There must not be access to internal parts of the meter through the terminals.

The bore diameter for external cable connection shall be at least 8.0 -0.22 mm in accordance with


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ISO 286-1, 282-2 tolerances specifications.

10.5.6.2 Terminal Screws

The screw diameter must be at least M6. The screw bottom must be chamfered, without rough

edges. The pinching screws must be made either of Steel 8,8 and be Nickel plated (5 micron min),

or made of brass and be protected against corrosion. Nickel plating (5 micron min) is preferable.

See Score Matrix – section 16, clause 5.

In any case, there should no galvanic couple be set up between the screws, terminals and copper

conductor/thimble. Alloys potential difference must not exceed 0.15V (refer ASTM G82 Standard).

The meters must be supplied with all terminal screws fully inserted into the terminals, and tightened

enough to prevent being loosened due to vibrations during transportation.

Manufacturer is required to state the maximum allowed torque to be applied to the pinching screws.

10.5.6.3 Terminal Cover

The terminal cover shall be non-breakable, UV radiation resistant and self-extinguishing class V-2

according to IEC60695-11-10, or better.

The cover shall be extended type with free space of at least 40 mm for the connecting cables.

The cover shall be firmly attached to the case with one or two shaped-head screws in protective

sleeves (Appendix 2), which are an integral part of the cover.

The cover shall be packed for shipping unscrewed, together with the meter, while the

measures are taken to prevent the cover screws from "self-tightening" during transportation.

The shaped screws, however, shall be inserted into their places in the cover.

The shaped-head screw shall have a hole suitable for sealing of the terminal block with sealing wire

(Appendixes 1 and 2). The screw shall have M4x0.5 thread and be made of MS58 brass 10µm

nickel-plated. The shaped-head screw shall be protected from slip out from the sleeve when not

tightened.

After the meter is mounted, no access to the installation screws as well as terminals or cables shall

be possible without breaking the seal or the cover itself.

The connection diagram of the meter with terminals marking should be attached to or stamped on

the inner side of the cover.

10.5.7 Modification of the Meter Design and Technology

Any change in technology processes – including its replacement, modification of the meter form, its

components (including sub-supplier swap), structure of parts or materials from which the parts are

made of – after I.E.Co has approved the meter, shall be done only after written agreement with the

Israel Electric Co. has been settled. For obtaining this agreement the manufacturer shall present the

company with the following:

• The engineering drawings describing the modification.

• In case of components sub-supplier swap – batch QC data

• Samples to be tested in the Israel Electric Co. according to its judgment.

• Proof that the proposed modification does not reduce the quality or performance of the meter.

Note: In case the main manufacturing line is replaced by another, an I.E.Co representative will

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If the said modifications result in degradation of meter performance or quality, I.E.Co reserves the

right to demand that the meters be returned to their original form.

If it has been agreed between the manufacturer and the I.E.Co to carry out the modification, the

manufacturer shall inform the company in writing about the serial number of the first modified

meter, and the batch or shipment identification details.

10.6 COMMISSIONING

10.6.1 Preproduction Series

The awarded bidder must send to the company the meters as preliminary (preproduction) series by

quantity of 5 meters for a Conformity of Compliance in 50 working days period after receiving the

order. The meters must be in their final version, manufactured or assembled in the same plant where

the remaining meters will be produced, tested with the same equipment that will be used in the

course of manufacturing, and packed in the same form that the future meters will be supplied. The 5

meters delivery must be accompanied by the data reading software, and the files described in

section 4.1.

After approval of these 5 meters the awarded bidder must send to the I.E.Co the meters as

preliminary (preproduction) series again, this time by quantity of one full pallet.

100% inspection will be applied to this pallet.

If the meters and the packing of the preliminary series are found to be in full compliance with

I.E.Co requirements with Acceptance Quality Limit (AQL) equals 1 or better (IEC62058-11) - they

will be approved by I.E.Co.

After the Israel Electric Co. approves Conformity of Compliance, the company will select 4 meters

from the preliminary series of production as representing a reference sample. One meter will be

returned to the manufacturer and the other three will be kept in the company until the end of

contract.

10.6.2 Series Production and Acceptance Test

The meters shall be manufactured and calibrated in homogeneous production series and supplied in

piles. The piles on appropriate pallets will be grouped for shipping in standard containers, trucks,

or other simultaneously shipped aggregate platforms. An inspection shall follow the “serial quality”

approach regarding units of such containers or trucks.

The meters must be manufactured under ISO 9001(2008) over a whole contract period. Valid ISO

9001(2008) approval certificate issued by a Certification Body (CB) which is a qualified by an

Accreditation Body (AB) must be available at any stage of the contract.

The content of the shipped meters' main total register (OBIS 15.8.0) shall not exceed 10kWh.

Acceptance lot-by-lot inspection by attributes will be performed at the Meter Test Station according

to IEC62058-11, ISO2859-1 and IEC62058-31. Lot for the acceptance inspection will be defined as

cumulative quantity of piles that have been delivered to I.E.Co Metering Unit premises within one

container or truck. Alternatively, I.E.Co may define a lot at its sole discretion.

Inspection level II will be used. Single sampling plan for normal inspection, AQL=1 will be

used regarding non-critical nonconformities (as per table 4 in IEC62058-31).

For critical nonconformities (as per table 4 in IEC62058-31) Single sampling plan for normal

inspection with acceptance number 0 will be used.

If lot will be rejected next lots will be tested according to Double sampling plan for normal

inspection.

Other meter's attributes may be tested for conformity. Failures in these tests will be


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considered as non-critical nonconformities

Regarding nonconforming meters applicable procedures are given by IEC62058-11 and shall be

continued by the following measures. In case of rejection the whole lot will be replaced by

reshipping, or arresting on the place with 100% revision before presenting for re-inspection. The

Contractor will be responsible for bearing all associated costs. The Contractor will be notified by

phone/facsimile/e-mail. Rejection of five or more lots upon the same order delivery will be

considered as Contractor’s failure, and will lead to legal action.

The results of the acceptance tests will be reported to the I.E.Co Import Department that will notify

the manufacturer about the acceptance tests failure.

The nonconforming meters within a lot in quantities, which are still within acceptance criteria, will

be subject to replacement if claimed by the Purchaser.

Note: In order to prevent any holdback in I.E.Co to install newly purchased meters due to rejected

lots, the Manufacturer will be obligated to expedite extra deliveries, above and beyond the agreed

timetable.

If three or more meters delivered according to the same order will be found with a same

failure caused by production failure, or wrong meter construction, or component

failure, which affects normal operation of the meter, the failure will be considered as "serial

failure" and will lead to legal action.

During the life cycle of the meters I.E.Co may conduct from time to time and at its sole discretion

number of tests detailed in the Type Test procedure, in order to ascertain the stability of the meter

metrology characteristics. If the meters fail to comply with the test requirements, the manufacturer

will assume responsibility.

I.E.Co representative, at I.E.Co sole discretion, may visit and inspect the active production line

being used to manufacture and assemble the meters in order to assure the suitability and

compatibility of the new (or renewed) meter deliveries with all requirements of this specification at

any stage of the contract.

10.7 OPERATION & MAINTANANCE

10.7.1 GENERAL

Warranty

The manufacturer shall be responsible for the meter quality and correct operation for a period of 60

months from the time the meters have been supplied.

The manufacturer shall replace each faulty meter that has been returned to the manufacturer during

the warranty period – excluding those that have been damaged due to incorrect usage – with a new

or repaired meter at no cost (including transportation), within 3 months from the date the faulty

meters have been returned to the manufacturer.

A faulty meter is defined as the case where the meter does not meet one or more of the requirements

in this Spec., as well as requirements for safety, reliability, physical integrity, etc.

If during the warranty period more than 0.5% of the installed meters fail to meet the requirements of

this specification, the warranty period shall be doubled.

The manufacturer shall be informed about the failures found, in order to be able to perform

corrective actions.

10.7.2 SPARE & RENEWAL PARTS

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(terminal covers and terminal screws) to I.E.Co, which are required to maintain the quantity of the

purchased meters.

The parts shall be supplied as long as the meters are purchased and shall continue to be available for

at least 5 years after the manufacturer has stopped supplying the purchased meter type.

Note: The following quantities of spare parts shall be supplied together with each delivery shipped:

I.E.Co Cat. No. Description Quantity

4249389 Terminal Cover 4%

4249397 Terminal Screw 1% (8 screws per meter)

5247517 Clip-on mounting bracket 1% (if applicable)

11. TESTS & INSPECTIONS

11.1 Accelerated Life Test (Aging)

The meter type should undergo accelerated life tests (at maximum voltage and current, and

extended temperatures – above and beyond the operating temperature range) in order to

demonstrate its reliability and long service life. The test shall be carried out per IEC62059-41 and

IEC 62059-31-1 methodology, and its results shall be provided with the technical offer.

11.2 Final Factory Tests before shipping

Accuracy, AC voltage and functionality tests results including initial calibration data of each

shipped meter shall be sent to the Meter Test Station Department of the Israel Electric Co. in Excel

or Access files on memory disks or other electronic media prior to each shipment, for purpose of

metrology normalcy.

The manufacturer must state whether accuracy test is performed on the meters with closed or open

voltage links. If the meters are calibrated with open voltage links, quality control routine must be

implemented to insure correct meters functionality after their sealing (closed links).

The results of tests that have been performed on samples at the manufacturer plant for quality

inspection purposes shall also be sent in the same format. Each shipped platform arrangement will

be announced and attached to the test report.

12. PACKAGING & DELIVERY

Each meter must be packed, together with its not tightened terminal cover, in an individual

cardboard box, which can be opened and re-closed without need of adhesives. The measures should

be taken to prevent the cover from "self-tightening" during transportation. The shaped screws,

however, shall be inserted into their places in the cover.

The box shall prevent, as much as possible, penetration of dust during long storage period. The box

must be designed for multiple use and be robust, with wall thickness of at least 4 mm.

The packaging will protect the meters against shock and vibration, preventing damage due to the

road conditions during transportation. The electrical and mechanical properties shall not be affected

by these disturbances.

4 to 10 boxed meters should be packed together in a group box. This box shall be marked – on the

front (wide side) and on the narrow side – with the manufacturer name, meter type, meter code,

I.E.Co catalog number 4453502, production serial numbers (or these numbers' lot borders), serial

number bar-codes (or bar-codes' borders), manufacturing year, the sign “FRAGILE” and the Israel

Electric Co. logo.

For shipping the group boxes shall be close packed by stockpiles of suitable quantities on pallets.


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The meters numbers sequence (without partition) shall be kept in each stockpile. A stockpile

will be protected against moisture by a polyethylene hood, covered with a cardboard cover (hood),

and fixed onto the pallet by parallel polypropylene bands, using protection angle bars at the corners.

The hood shall be marked – on the front (wide side), on the narrow side and on the top – with

I.E.Co logo, the manufacturer's name, meter type, meter code, I.E.Co catalog number 4453502,

production serial numbers' borders, serial number bar-codes borders, manufacturing year, the I.E.Co

order number, the sign “FRAGILE”.

The pallet shall also carry a unique label (for example, "Pallet 1 out of 24") to distinguish it in the

total shipment.

An impact detector ("ShockWatch") label shall be attached to the cardboard hood of several pallets

in each container, to warn of possible rough handling during shipment, transport and storage.

The general form, overall and access dimensions of the pile are as given in Appendix 7.

Each pallet should contain between 100 and 300 meters. The actual number of meters on each

pallet will be agreed with the I.E.Co when the manufacturer is awarded an order.

13. STORAGE & HANDLING

n/a

14. NAMEPLATE / MARKING

The nameplate could be an intrinsic part of the meter case or cover, a separate part mounted under

the transparent window, or made by permanent fade-proof overprint on the front cover surface.

In addition to the marking required by IEC/EN 62052-11 and IEC 62053-52 the meter nameplate

shall show manufacturing country, the official logo of the Israel Electric Co. (Appendixes 3 and 4)

and an encircled code number consisting of 3 or 4 digits. The code number will be given to the

manufacturer who is awarded the order. The 8 digit serial number shall be marked with digits at

least 4 mm high. The first two digits shall reflect the year of manufacture.

The serial and the code number shall be included in bar-code mark laser etched on the plate.

The marking shall be done in code 128C with 12 digits, the first four digits for the meter code and 8

digits for the serial number, adding leading zeros if necessary (see 10.3.10).

The bar-code coding and readability shall be checked and confirmed by I.E.Co. The result shall be

at least 95% and light reflection at least 80%.

The meter current range shall be marked in the form "10-60 A", for example, where the maximum

current is marked with larger font than the basic current.

The final format of the nameplate is subject to I.E.Co approval. No stickers to carry or supplement

the nameplate marks will be acceptable! See Appendix 3 for the nameplate sample.

15. NOTES

n/a

16. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Samples

The manufacturer shall provide 5 sample meters of the type to be supplied together with the

technical offer for inspection by the Israel Electric Co. Besides the Preliminary/Threshold

Condition, the samples must be of the same manufacturer and from the same plant that will supply


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the meters in case the manufacturer is awarded an order.

If the sample varies from the proposed type, the manufacturer shall clearly state the deviations, but

these deviations must be corrected in meters to be supplied. Corrections of such deviations would

require only trivial changes to the meter, without the need for new type (pattern) approval.

The samples shall be submitted with a proper nameplate (including bar-code) for checking of

nameplate data format (see section 14).

The samples must be accompanied by necessary software to enable the communication with the

meter through the optical port and to activate/deactivate Dial Test Mode (see 10.3.3).

The I.E.Co shall be allowed to perform tests on the samples according to its judgment. The meters

will not be returned.

Note:

The I.E.Co reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to allow a bidder, who has not submitted one or

more of the above listed documents or meter samples along with its technical proposal to

accomplish its proposal and to submit the missing documents within extra time as allowed by

I.E.Co. The I.E.Co will disqualify bidders, who have not submitted the above listed documents

within such extra time, if any.


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Score Matrix for Evaluation of Proposal

Feature Ref. Para. Weight, % Range Score Actual

1. Basic current � 10 5 5 A 100 5

10 A 50 2.5

2. Specified operating temperature

range (continuous operation) � IEC/EN

62052-11

5

-10 to 60 °C 100 5

-10 to 55 °C 75 3.75

-10 to 50 °C 50 2.5

3. Influence of variation of ambient

temperature: �

IEC/EN

62053-21

5

Mean temp. coeff. (%/°K)

(3 ≤ t ≤ 43 °C)

0.1 Ib ≤ I ≤ Imax, PF=1 and ∆≤ 0.01 100 5

0.2 Ib ≤ I ≤ Imax, PF=0.5

0.1 Ib ≤ I ≤ Imax, PF=1 and 0.01≤∆<0.03 90 4.5

0.2 Ib ≤ I ≤ Imax, PF=0.5

0.1 Ib ≤ I ≤ Imax, PF=1 and 0.03≤∆<0.04 80 4

0.2 Ib ≤ I ≤ Imax, PF=0.5

0.1 Ib ≤ I ≤ Imax, PF=1 and 0.04≤∆<0.05 70 3.5

0.2 Ib ≤ I ≤ Imax, PF=0.5

0.1 Ib ≤ I ≤ Imax, PF=1 and 0.05≤∆ ≤0.10 50 2.5

0.2 Ib ≤ I ≤ Imax, PF=0.5

4. Terminals type � 10.5.6.1 5 Pillar-bar 100 5

lift 50 2.5

5. Terminal block screws � 10.5.6.2 5 nickel plated (5 micron min) 100 5

Brass 50 2.5

6. Power consumption of voltage

circuit , in Watt � IEC/EN

62053-21

10

P < 0.5 100 10

0.5 ≤ P < 0.7 90 9

0.7 ≤ P < 1.2 80 8

1.2 ≤ P ≤ 2.0 50 5

7. Additional Dial Test mode

digits after the decimal point � 10.3.3 10

3 (nnn.xxx) or more 100 10

2 (nnnn.xx) 50 5

8. Display backlight feature � - 10 provided 100 10

not provided 50 5

9. Experience in manufacturing solid

state meters by the same

manufacturer � - 15

More than 10 years 100 15

6 to 10 years 75 11.5

3 to 5 years 50 7.5

10. Sells to OECD countries � - 15 > 4 countries 100 15

3-4 countries 50 7.5

11. Sells to > 4 OECD countries +

Meter type is MID certified � - 15 yes 100 15

no 50 7.5

Maximum possible score 100

Total awarded score:

Notes:

1. In the response to the Tender, the Score Matrix should not be filled-in. (However, the tables in

Appendix 10 should be filled-in as required).

2. For each item in the above table – the score will be awarded according to:

� Manufacturer's declaration accompanied by evidences (see Appendix 10)

� Parameters measured in I.E.Co laboratory tests.

3. Evidences of at least 5000-meter-batches deliveries only will be considered for bidder rating at

sections 10 and 11. Meters for direct connection manufactured on the same factory only will be taken

into account.

4. Actual score = Weight × Score.


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Appendix 1 – Shaped Screw Head for the Terminal Cover

Material: Brass MS58 with 10 µm nickel plating


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Appendix 2 – Protective Sleeve for the Terminal Cover Screw


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Appendix 3 – Nameplate Format (Sample)

Note: The above is provided as an example of information which should be included on the

nameplate, including the serial number and barcode format.


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Appendix 4 – Official Logo of the Israel Electric Corp

Version 1 – Hebrew (preferred)

Version 2 – English

Version 3 – Bilingual


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Appendix 5 – Company Symbol

2

4

6

8

10

12

16

14

02 4 6 8 1410 12 160

KM

Symbol Design: The symbol basic design is a positive square. It is important to keep the

proportions of the form in order to get the right performance.

Note: The square dimensions in the drawing are for proportional reference only.


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Appendix 6 – Stranded Steel Wire for Sealing


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Appendix 7 – Sealing (if meter case is not welded/soldered/glued)

R2.00

R1.25 +0.05

1.50 Ref.

R0.75

4.00 Ref.

Welding or

soldering

6.00 8.00 -0.50

13.00 Ref.1.00

Coining 5.00

0.75 +0.05

Welding

(Alternative shape)

Dimensions: mm

Tolerance (unless stated otherwise): ±0.2 mm

Material: tin-coated electrolyte copper

Tin plating: 5 µm minimum

Plate thickness: 0.75 mm nominal

Rockwell Hardness: 55-65 T15

Coining:

One side: Israel Electric Corp. logo (see Appendix 4)

Other side: The manufacturer sign


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Appendix 8 – Pallet

10

50

-1

00

250 ±20100 -10

800 -40

11

0 +

10

15

0 -

10

150 -10

1200 -200

KMKM

Cardboard Hood Polyethylene Hood

(Dimensions in mm)

Maximum gross weight: 250 kg.

Note:

The wooden pallet should be treated and protected against woodworms and other vermin.

The cardboard and polyethylene hood design could be in any of the following forms:

a. Both the cardboard and polyethylene hoods could be open at the bottom, per drawing;

b. The cardboard hood could be an inverted box, and be easily separated from the base, either

manually or with a box cutter;

c. The polyethylene hood could be a close-fitting cover, and be easily separated from the base,

either manually or with a cutter;

If options "b" or "c" are used, then a separation line – about 10 mm above the pallet – should be

clearly marked.


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Appendix 9 – Off the Shelf Product Requirements

The Meter shall be an "off the shelf" product, complying with the requirements defined below.

The Product:

• Is completely defined (design, construction and performance) by a formal technical

specification.

• Is manufactured in accordance with formal production drawings, processes and procedures

which govern all stages and aspects of the manufacturing process.

• Has successfully passed all qualification tests and type tests in particular.

• Is currently manufactured, with at least 200,000 operating units supplied to electric utilities

during the last three years, and the accumulated operational data proves high reliability

indicating that the product is mature.

• Is regularly checked for reliability by field data collection, collation and corrective actions

taken when needed.

• Is accompanied by a complete set of drawings and procedures, reliability prediction, user

manuals and maintenance manuals. The awarded bidder is requested to submit these

documents to I.E.Co.


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Appendix 10 – Conformity with Bid Requirements Questionnaire Name of Bidder: _______________________________

Meter type: ___________________________________

Bidders are required to fill-in the following questionnaire:

1. Preliminary/Threshold Conditions

Subject Clause in

Annex. BB

Confirm/

Details The Bidder is the manufacturer of the proposed meters (encircle) Yes / no

At least 200,000 of identical type meters have been supplied

to 3 OECD countries in the course of last 3 years

Amount:

Countries:

Manufacturer holds a valid certificate of compliance with

ISO 9001 (2008) in manufacturing and design of el. meters Yes / no

Proposed meters comply with the requirements of IEC/EN

62052-11 and 62053-21 (encircle) Yes / no

Proposed meters MID certified (encircle) Yes / no

Proposed meters are “off the shelf” (encircle) Yes / no

5 Meter samples with reading/configuration software

submitted with the offer Yes / no

2. Compliance with Technical Requirements

Subject Clause

in Spec.

Confirm/

Details

Data structure and software per requirements (encircle) 4.1 Yes / no

Operating temperature range Score-2 [°C]

Functional Acceptance Tests Report will be provided 9.3.1 Yes / no

Reference voltage: 10 V

Basic Current: 10 Amps

Maximum Current: 10 Amps

Meter is single (flat) rate (encircle) 10 Yes / no

Accuracy class according to IEC/EN 62053-21 or

EN50470-3 (encircle) 10 Cl.1 / Cl.2 / B

Meter performance does not require battery (encircle) 10 Yes / no

Terminal connections per diagram (encircle) 10.3.1 Yes / no

Meter display per requirements (encircle) 10.3.2 Yes / no

Dial Test Mode on/off portable application included in

proposal 10.3.3 Yes / no

Number of decimal digits in Dial Test mode 10.3.3 digits

Meter constant 10.3.4 imp/kWh

Optical test output per requirements (encircle) 10.3.4 Yes / no

Optical port per requirements (encircle) 10.3.5 Yes / no

Reverse register via optical port (encircle) 10.3.6 Yes / no

Excessive Magnetic Flux Protection up to 1.5 kG 10.3.7 Yes / no Meter serial number per requirement (encircle) 10.3.10 Yes / no

Meter protected against over-voltage 10.3.13 Volts

Meter protected against over-current 10.3.14 Amps

Display backlight provided (encircle) 10.5.3 Yes / no Data format and software supplied with the samples (encircle) 16 Yes / no


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3. Physical Characteristics

Subject Clause in

Spec.

Confirm/

Details

Meter dimensions including terminal cover 10.4.1 mm x mm x mm

Bottom mounting holes per requirements (encircle) 10.4.2 Yes / no

Meter weight 10.4.3 kg

Double Insulation 10.5.1 class

Protection against moisture and dust penetration (IP 51) 10.5.1 Yes / no

UV radiation resistant window 10.5.2 material

Voltage links not accessible (inside meter case) (encircle) 10.5.4 Yes / no

Sealing of meter cover (welded/glued, screws) 10.5.5 type

Tamper evidence sticker (if not welded/glued) (encircle) 10.5.5 Yes / no

Terminal material 10.5.6.1 material

Terminal type ("pillar-bar" / "lift") 10.5.6.1 type

Terminal screws material and finishing 10.5.6.2 material

Max allowed torque applied to pinching screw 10.5.6.2 Nm

Bore diameter of terminals, including neutral 10.5.6.1 mm

Non-breakable terminal block cover material 10.5.6.3 material

Self-extinguishing terminal cover 10.5.6.3 class

Free space of terminal cover 10.5.6.3 mm

Shaped-head screw with protective sleeve (encircle) 10.5.6.3 Yes / no

Connection diagram inside terminal cover with terminals

marking (encircle) 10.5.6.3 Yes / no

Nameplate with IEC/EN 62052-11 requirements, I.E.Co

code and logo, and bar code (encircle) 14 Yes / no

4. Qualitative Supply Requirements

Subject Clause

in Spec.

Confirm/

Details

QA program per ISO 9001 (2008) (encircle) 7 Yes / no Manufacturing capacity sufficient for timely supply (encircle) 7.1.4 Yes / no

100% AC insulation test before shipment 9.3.2 Yes / no Meters are calibrated with voltage links …… 9.3.2 open / closed Closed voltage links position is checked before packaging 9.3.2 Yes / no Factory test results (insulation + metrology) will be sent to

I.E.Co on electronic media (encircle) 9.3.2 Yes / no

Modifications subject to prior agreement (encircle) 10.5.7 agree / disagree

Replaced manufacturing line subject to approval (encircle) 10.5.7 agree / disagree

Preproduction series lot will be made available (encircle) 10.6.1 Yes / no Procedure for defective meters will be per IEC 62058-11

(encircle) 10.6.2

Yes / no

Expedited extra delivery available to cover defectives (encircle) 10.6.2 Yes / no

Repair/replacement under warranty at no cost (encircle) 10.7.1 agree / disagree

Excessive faults shall double the warranty period (encircle) 10.7.1 agree / disagree

Warranty period 10.7.1 months

Spare parts available for 5 years (encircle) 10.7.2 Yes / no

Accelerated Life tests results provided (encircle) 11.1 Yes / no


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Meters will be supplied in piles/pallets (encircle) 12 Yes / no

Number of meters packed in one group box 12 pcs

Sturdy box, with wall thickness at least 4 mm (encircle) 12 Yes / no Boxes and hoods marked with required info. (encircle) 12 Yes / no

Pallet protected by polyethylene wrap and hood (encircle) 12 Yes / no

Impact detectors included (encircle) 12 Yes / no

Pallet dimensions 12,

App. 8

mm x mm x mm

Number of meters packed in pallet 12 pcs

Pallet gross weight App. 8 kg

Note: The "Details" must be a concrete answer on appropriate requirement, including a short

description and references.

5. Checklist of main documents preliminarily provided with the offer

Document Clause in

Spec./Annex BB

Confirmation

of supply

IEC/EN 62052-11 and 62053-21 or MID compliance

certificate 9.2.1

ISO 9001 (2008) certificate 9.2.2

Type approval certificate 9.2.1

Type test results report 9.2.1

List of customers incl. meter type and sold quantities 9.2.3

Customers' confirmations of purchased quantities 9.2.3

Complete description of the meter 9.2.9

Filled Manufacturers’ Questionnaire 9.2.4, App. 11

Filled RAM questionnaire 9.2.5, 10.2

Manufacturer Quality Management Guide 9.2.6

List of test equipment for initial calibration 9.2.8

Calibration certificates for test equipment 9.2.8

Traceability charts for test equipment 9.2.8

LCD grade statement 10.3.2

5 meter samples delivery note 16

Note: all relevant documents that are not listed here must be also provided with the offer.

Manufacturer Part Numbers (please fill-in):

Type Part No. I.E.Co Cat. No.

Meter 4453502

Terminal cover 4249389

Terminal screws 4249397

Clip-on mounting bracket 5247517


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Appendix 11 – Manufacturer's Qualification Questionnaire

Note: The data provided in this appendix should refer only to the plant where the meters are

manufactured.

1. General

1.1 Company’s Name: ___________________________________________________

1.2 Commercial Address: _________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________

1.3 Telephone No.: ______________________________________________________

1.4 Fax No.: ___________________________________________________________

1.5 Questionnaire Respondent’s Personal Data:

Name: _____________________________________________________________

Position: ___________________________________________________________

Telephone No. (if different to 1.3 above) _________________________________

Date: _________________ Signature: ___________________________

2. Company Profile

2.1 General Description of the Company (e.g. Manufacturer of ...):

____________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________

2.2 Management Organization (attach organization chart showing directors and other key

personnel):

____________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________

2.2.1 Corporate Structure:

____________________________________________________________________

2.2.2 Management Organization of the Manufacturing Division/Plant/Service directly responsible

for manufacturing the Equipment or supply the Service.

___________________________________________________________________

2.2.3 Local Israeli Agent (if any):

Name: _____________________________________________________________

Address: __________________________________________________________


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Phone No.: ________________________________________________________

For what purposes: _________________________________________________

2.3 The profile of the Company Field

� System Engineering ____________________________________________

� Product Engineering ____________________________________________

� Manufacturing _________________________________________________

� Construction/Erection ___________________________________________

� Services ______________________________________________________

2.4 Describe ownership capital and share structure:

___________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________

2.4.1 Authorized Capital: _____________________

2.4.2 Issued Capital: _________________________

2.5 Annual value of work undertaken for each of the last five years and projected for the current

year:

__________________________________________________________________

2.5.1 Home: ____________________________________________________________

2.5.2 Internationally: _____________________________________________________

2.6 Attach the most recent audited financial report (profit/loss, assets, liabilities, balance sheet),

and for the two previous years.

___________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________

2.7 Names and addresses of associated companies, if any, to be involved in the project and

whether as joint venture, parent, subsidiary or other.

___________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________

2.8 If Company responding is a subsidiary, describe the extent of involvement, if any, of the

parent company in the Project, administratively, technically, financially, other.

___________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________

2.9 Name and address of Bankers from whom references can be obtained.

__________________________________________________________________


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__________________________________________________________________

3. Company Capabilities

3.1 General

3.1.1 Total turnover (specify total turnover for the last five years, yearly)

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

3.1.2 Detail amount of raw materials purchased by the company for the last five years (answer if

corresponds to your activities).

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

3.1.3 Describe the main products and services.

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

3.1.4 Give details of the principal equipment, which has been designed and/or manufactured:

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

3.1.5 Indicate number of years of experience as supplier of Product in:

3.1.5.1 Own country: ________________________________________________

3.1.5.2 International Market: ___________________________________________

3.1.6 Number of years experience as subcontractor/sub-supplier in:

3.1.6.1 Own country: _______________________________________________

3.1.6.2 International market: _________________________________________

3.1.7 Give a reference list of the major works (or contracts) that the Company had carried out

recently (last five years). Specify at least:

a. Location of the project;

b. Year of project was put in operation;

c. Materials handling with the equipment;

d. Principal technical parameters;


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e. Value of the contract:

f. Scheme diagrams of other information related to the project.

g. What major obstacles were encountered, if any, in design, manufacturing, delivery,

warranty, operation and scheduling in the above major works.

h. Similarity to our IECo specifications.

3.2 Personnel (fill in the table):

Personnel Description

Department Engineers

and other

academics

Technicians Crafts

men Operators

Other

personnel Total

1. Management

2. Manufacturing

3. Engineering

4. Quality

Management

5. Quality Control

6. Sales

7. Purchasing

8. Others

Note: In case the Company employs temporary personnel, please specify their qualification and

quantity with the same description as above.

3.3 Total Facilities

3.3.1 Actual area:

3.3.1.1 Manufacturing ___________________________________________ m2

3.3.1.2 Storage _________________________________________________ m2

3.3.1.3 Office __________________________________________________ m2

3.3.1.4 Erection of subassemblies __________________________________ m2

3.3.1.5 Laboratories and experimental facilities _______________________ m2

3.3.1.6 Others __________________________________________________ m2

Total: ____________________________ m

2

3.3.2 Describe the location of:


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3.3.2.1 Main office ________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________

3.3.2.2 Main facilities ______________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________

3.3.2.3 Main machinery available in the above facilities ___________________________

___________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________

3.3.2.4 Access to the Manufacturing and Erection facilities _________________________

___________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________

3.3.3 Detail the manufacturing capability: ______________________________________

___________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________

3.3.4 Capacity for manufacturing the offered Meter: ________________ units / month.

3.4 Technological Capability

3.4.1 List the national and international standards used in design ____________________

___________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________

3.4.2 Specify the relevant licensing agreements signed, with whom and their purposes.

___________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________

3.4.3 Specify the relevant “patent use” agreements signed, with whom and their purposes.

___________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________


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___________________________________________________________________

4. Quality Management and Quality Control Organization

4.1 Specify the quality level the company and its subsidiaries are qualified, according to which

standards, and the name of the accreditation bodies.

___________________________________________________________________

4.2 Do you have your own Quality Management Manual and/or Quality Control Manual?

(Yes/No - give details)

___________________________________________________________________

4.3 Does your company have and utilize Quality Control procedures and instructions?

(Detail titles and date of approval).

___________________________________________________________________

4.3.1 For purchasing materials, components, equipment (Yes/No)

___________________________________________________________________

4.3.2 For use and maintenance of equipment (Yes/No)

___________________________________________________________________

4.3.3 For acceptance test of purchased material/components (Yes/No)

___________________________________________________________________

Indicate where it takes place ____________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________

4.3.4 For materials and products handling and storage (Yes/No)

___________________________________________________________________

4.3.5 For fabrication processes (Yes/No) (indicate name of procedures)

___________________________________________________________________

4.3.6 For shipping (Yes/No)

___________________________________________________________________

4.3.7 For final inspection of your products before delivery (Yes/No)

___________________________________________________________________

4.3.8 Do you consider your procedures and instructions are as contractual with your client?

___________________________________________________________________

4.4 Internal Documentation and Certificates:

4.4.1 Are there any procedures regarding the issuance, distribution and retrieval system?


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For the documentation issued for:

Processes: _________________________________________________________

Material certificates: _________________________________________________

Inspection and tests: _________________________________________________

Documents for approval by the purchaser: ________________________________

4.5 Does your company have procedures for design review and control? (Yes/No)

(detail names and dates of approval).

___________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________

4.6 Describe the procedure applied to materials and products with defects:

___________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________

4.7 Describe the capability (human resources, equipment, facilities, technology, etc.) to perform:

4.7.1 Measurements _______________________________________________________

4.7.2 Special tests _________________________________________________________

4.7.3 Calibration system ____________________________________________________

5. Engineering Organization

5.1 List current Executive Directors, if any, within the engineering organization (only to be

answered if specially indicated by IECo)

5.1.1 Name: _____________________________________________________________

5.1.2 Present Position held __________________________, since __________________

5.1.3 Years experience in profession __________________________________________

5.1.4 Years experience in company ___________________________________________

5.2 List key personnel who would be assigned to Project (If more than one, please add extra

sheets).

5.2.1 Name: _____________________________________________________________

5.2.2 Present Position held __________________________, since _________________

5.2.3 Years experience in profession _______________________________________

5.2.4 Years experience in company ________________________________________

5.2.5 Would such person(s) be solely assigned to the Project?

(Yes/No) _________________________________________________________


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5.3 Please fill in the following table:

Field

Number of Employees

Current Position

Engineers Technicians Administration

Conceptual Design

Research and Development

Process/System Design/ Eng.

Detail Design

Architecture

Civil Works

Construction

Electrical Engineering

Automation & Control

Manufacturing Engineering

Models

Software Engineering

Electronic Engineering

Packaging Engineering

Total:

5.4 Special Field Service Engineering Manpower

Please fill in the following table:

Areas

Number of Employees

Current Position

Engineers and

other academics

Technicians

Administration

Project Manager

Construction/Erection Management

Tests & Inspection

Laboratories:

Metallurgy

Electrical

Chemical

Quality Control

Customer Service

Total:


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Remarks: __________________________________________________________________

5.5 Computation Capability:

5.5.1 Equipment (Hardware)

Describe the Company’s own equipment: __________________________________

___________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________

5.5.2 Software:

Field Program’s Name Main Characteristics

Process Engineering

Civil Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Project Management

Project Control

CAD

Others


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Appendix 12 – Glossary

HHU Hand-held Unit

I.E.Co Israel Electric Corporation Ltd.

OECD Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development

LCD Liquid Crystal Display

LED Light Emitting Diode

MTF Mean time to first failure

MTTF Mean time to failure

NVM Non-volatile Memory

PC Personal Computer

TF Time to first failure

Certification Body (CB) – An independent external body authorized to confirm that

tended/supplier's Management System conforms with the requirements specified in the

standard, by issuing a certificate. The Certification Body should be qualified to certify by

an Accreditation Body.

Accreditation Body (AB) – An independent body, being a member of the International

Accreditation Forum Multilateral Arrangement – IAF MLA, having authority to formally

approve the competence of a certification body providing certification services.