Navy Public Works Center, Material Department, 9742 Maryland Ave., Norfolk, VA 23511-3095

45 -- COMPACTOR SOL N00187-97-Q-5887 DUE 041597 POC Carolyn Cross, (757) 444-4838/Contract Specialist, or Dennis Holland, Supervisory Contract Specialist, (804) 444-6979. Refuse compactors; Qty. of 4 each. Octagonal shape, 35 cubic yards. Charge box minimum of 1.5 cubic yards as calculated using NSWMAN standards. Enclosed hopper with 42' x 44' hinged access doors on each side. Access doors shall have surface mounted handles and heavy duty hinges with grease fitting. Dumpster understructure with double end pickup. Fire hose ports: (2) Two total, one each side. End door with ratchet latch and full, one piece, leak proof seal. Liquid sump reservoir feature to collect liquids until disposal. Conforms to ANSI-Z245.1 safety standards. All hinges must be heavy duty with grease fittings. The unit shall have hydraulic connections ports on both sides, and at each end of the unit, with a quick disconnect feature. Hydraulic pressure gauge. Container full light (rotating beacon on mast). Compactor/container shall be connected to the hydraulic system only, with no direct connection to the power source or electric panel. Key lock start and reverse control station. Weather cover on power pack. All electrical controlled panels UL approved, with all electrical circuits fused. FOB is Norfolk, VA. Anticipated award date is April 20, 1997. All inquires should be directed to Carolyn Cross (757) 444-4838. Written requests for solicitations are required. Written quotes are required, facsimile quotes will not be acceptable. FAX (757) 445-4218. Award will be based on suitability of products offered and the overall low bid. All responsible sources may submit an offer which if timely received will be considered. (0069)

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