Automated Materials Handling System

The Dakota County is seeking bids for an automated materials handling system at Burnhaven Library in Burnsville. The system should have the ability to handle and mechanically separate multiple items at each book drop, and include a minimum of seven bins with a capacity to handle 2,180 items. The project involves replacing the existing automated materials handler just after completion of a renovation in January 2027. The successful bidder will be required to design, fabricate, and install the AMH with one external book drop and one internal book drop, and provide a fire suppression system at the external book drop. Some key features of the project include: • The system must have the ability to handle and mechanically separate multiple items at each book drop • The system should include a minimum of seven bins and have the capacity to handle 2,180 items • A fire suppression system is required at the external book drop • The project involves replacing the existing automated materials handler just after completion of a renovation in January 2027 • The successful bidder will be required to design, fabricate, and install the AMH with one external book drop and one internal book drop