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65 -- MEDICAL EQUIPMENT, (WASTE AUTOCLAVE) SOL N00189-97-Q-6272 DUE 092497 POC David C. Zareczny, Contracting Officer, Code 2029.02, (757) 445-2290 Previously synopsized on 26 August 1997, This combined synopsis/solicitation is reopened. New closing date is 24 September 1997. Additional information is provided on (1) each, Medical Waste Auotclave. This system will come with (1) each Steam Generator, (1) each Ejector Vacuum, and (1) each Water Treatment System, (2) each 3/4 CY Carts, (1) each Deodorant System Package, (1) each Spare Parts Package, (1) each Cold Weather Package, Freight and Handling to Catania,Italy, and Start-up and Inservice Training, which includes onsite operator training, and training for Naval Hospital's Technicians at the contractor's facility on preventive maintenance. The Navy will be responsible for all travel,living expenses for these technicians. Additional specifications are this system must utilize 220 volt 50 hertz single phase power for the control unit, and 380 volt 50 hertz triple phase power for steam generator. Naval Hospital can handle any amperage requirements of the autoclave system in-house. Building water pressure is set to 4 bar/60 psi. Drainage is capable of handling 8 gallons per minute. Minimum Chamber size of 24" wide x 24" high x 36" deep and be constructed of ASME code 316L stainless steel. The door must be constructed of the same material, hinged on the left, and have some sort of locking mechanism once system is in operation. Door may be manually or power operated. The system must have removable panels on all sides to enable access to operating components without moving the system. The system must have a railed cart system within the chamber to allow removal of the waste after processing without having to actually handle it. The system must be freestanding, though it will be secured to the floor with 3/8" concrete bolts. The system must be capable for generating its own steam by stated power requirements. The system must have an ejector vacuum to handle the amount of waste that is processed at one time. If steam generator requires hot water, hot water heater must be provided, if system requires deionized water, or some other water requirement, a water treatment system capable for providing the quality of water required for the system must be included. Water Treatment System may be freestanding, not part of steam generator. The System must include chemicals required for operation, anticipated duration of the chemicals, and cost of replacement chemicals. The unit must be designed to hold temperature of 280 degrees f at 28 PSI for 30 minutes.and have automatic drying cycle of 30 minutes. The entire control of the cycle from start to finish should be fully automatic. The control unit must be able to operate with specified power and should be a control microprocessor. Cycle Recording Systems are acceptable. The steam must go to a self contained condensation tank, which then exits the system via building drainage. The system should contain some type of deodorant package if condensation or sterilization odors are a problem. Rolling disposal carriage is required. Responsible sources may fax their proposals to (757) 444-1724/4145. (0263)

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