Saudi Arabia's grid runs at 60 Hz. Distribution equipment for the national utility is bought to the utility's own specifications from registered vendors; contractors, industrial plants and developers also buy directly for private networks.
Market research for project planning. Public procurement figures and buyer references on this page are not Trafovia sales, customer relationships or completed projects. Availability and compliance are confirmed for the proposed manufacturer and order.
Who buys, and what
| Contractors on utility and giga-projects | Transformers, RMUs and cables to the project or utility specification |
|---|---|
| Industrial plants | Transformers, MV panels and LV boards for process plants |
| Developers and data centres | Dry-type transformers, prefabricated substations and LV switchboards |
Tender requirements to confirm with the proposed supplier
| 60 Hz design | Confirm design suitability and test evidence for 60 Hz service with the proposed manufacturer |
|---|---|
| Utility vendor registration | Confirm the registration required by the utility and the eligibility of the named bidder and proposed manufacturer |
| SABER certificates | Confirm the applicable product and shipment certification requirements with an approved conformity assessment body |
Import conformity
- Imported products are certified on the SABER platform: a Product Certificate of Conformity (PCoC) per model, valid one year, and a Shipment Certificate of Conformity (SCoC) for each shipment.
- The Gulf technical regulation for low-voltage electrical equipment (BD-142004-01) covers equipment rated 50 to 1,000 V AC. Whether a medium-voltage transformer or switchboard falls under it, or under another regulation, is confirmed with the conformity assessment body for the product.
- Technical files typically include ISO 9001, test reports from accredited laboratories, product photographs and labelling, and an Arabic user manual.
Sources: SASO guidance for the Gulf technical regulation for low-voltage electrical equipment; Intertek and UL SABER notices.
Products for Saudi Arabia
- Oil-immersed distribution transformers and pole-mounted transformers
- Package substations and ring main units
- MV XLPE cables and overhead conductors
Prepare the project scope
- Prepare the BOQ, specification or tender document
- Confirm the proposed configuration, document availability and quotation schedule with the supplier
- Agree drawing approval, testing, inspection and release requirements in the order scope
- Confirm delivery terms, routing and applicable import documents before agreeing the order