MCC National Electricity Dispatch Activity

Sierra Leone Compact - Electricity Distribution Project - National Electricity Dispatch Activity: The Distribution Dispatch Centers Activity, which is distinct from the Transmission Dispatch Centers Activity associated with EGTC, targets the need for both a distribution dispatch center and distribution backup dispatch center, as well as distribution infrastructure upgrades and staff training to improve distribution network connectivity, maintenance, and performance.

It shall.carry out such work through the following three sub-activities...(A) Distribution Dispatch Centers Buildings Sub-Activity: The Distribution Dispatch Centers Buildings Sub-Activity funds the construction and operationalization of both a distribution dispatch center and a distribution backup dispatch center, to improve EDSAs O&M performance and provide centralized visibility over the distribution network and remote operating capabilities to be able to remotely fix certain network issues...(B) Distribution Communication & SCADA Upgrades Sub-Activity: The Distribution Communication & SCADA Upgrades Sub-Activity funds the installation of SCADA hardware and software, retrofits to existing distribution lines and substations throughout the country to support connectivity and remote monitoring and operation, related telecom investments, and training for EDSA utility technicians so they are prepared to operate the distribution dispatch centers once operational...(C) Distribution Fiber Optic (ADSS) Upgrade Sub-Activity: The Distribution Fiber Optic (ADSS) Upgrade Sub-Activity funds the deployment of ADSS fiber optic cables to ensure full connectivity of the existing network with the distribution dispatch centers.