This contract is for the purchase of a new, horizontally feed industrial diesel grinder with an enclosed upswing grinding mechanism for use in landfill operations. The grinder must meet specific technical requirements, including a minimum 18.1L engine displacement, a turbocharged-after-cooled engine, and a direct-injection combustion system. The contract also includes requirements for the material feed system, discharge conveyor system, and controls. The contract was awarded to Powerscreen of California, with a total cost of $787,709.00. Key features of the contract include:
• The grinder must be capable of processing a variety of materials, including wood and other organic materials.
• The grinder must have a minimum of 755 bhp and 2203 lb.-ft of torque at 1800 rpm.
• The grinder must have a wear-resistant alloy steel plate construction, with a minimum thickness of 2.5 inches.
• The contract includes a two-year/2,000-hour machine and engine warranty.
• The contract requires the vendor to provide maintenance and repair services, including on-site service and parts replacement.