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I'hrow PRES(X)TT zaor,uide,}itoNcfnow COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO MEETING DATE/TYPES: VOTING SESSION 5-13-14 DEPARTMENT: Field and Facilities Services AGENDA ITEM: Approval of purchase of two (2) ea. D-600 six cubic-yard vertical 'stationary compactors from Wastequip, Inc., using NJPA Contract No. 060612-WQI pricing in the total amount of $17,591.73 (Solid Waste Operating Fund) Approved By: Date: Director: Miller, Stephanie 104/24/2014 City Manager: McConnell, Craig I Av. s- /4" Item Summary The Solid Waste Division is requesting authorization to purchase two new 6 cubic-yard vertical stationary compactors to replace the two existing 6 cubic-yard units located in Whiskey Row Alley. This purchase will include the installation of the new compactors in place of the existing compactors. Background In 2005, the City installed stationary vertical compactors in the Whiskey Row Alley when the Garage on Granite parking structure was built. The compactors were intended to consolidate Solid Waste Collection and disposal. The existing compactors are ten years old, and are at the end of their useful lives. Maintenance has included replacement of major hydraulic components, electrical components, and structural repairs. The vertical compactors compact solid waste at a ratio of 4:1. The two compactors allow the Division to provide 48 yards of solid waste service each day in Whiskey Row Alley while minimizing the number of containers. Without the two compactors the Division would have to place six 8 cubic-yard dumpsters to provide the same daily service. This would clutter the thoroughfare and restrict access by delivery vehicles.