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`d RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS
FOR TWO (2) 3 -WHEEL REFUSE VEHICLES FOR USE IN THE REFUSE DEPARTMENT OF
THE CITY, AND PRESCRIBING THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS UPON WHICH SUCH
PURCHASE SHALL BE MADE
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE CITY OF
PADUCAH, KENTUCKY:
SECTION 1. That the City Manager be, and he is hereby, requested
to advertise for bids for the purchase of two (2) 3 -wheel refuse
vehicles for use by the Refuse Department of the City, having the
following specifications:
Capacity: 1000 lbs. or 1; cubic yards
Engine: 18 H.P. or more, Die cast aluminum, 2 -cylinder hori-
zontally opposed, heavy duty, air cooled 4 -stroke cycle,
12 volt electric start. Bore: 3� inches; stroke, 2�.
inches; piston displacement, 43.3 cu. in.
Drive Train: Power train to consist of an automotive minimum
6'h in. diameter clutch. Automotive -type transmission
with 3 -speed forward and one reverse. Synchro-mesh
in second and high. Standard "H" pattern with shift
lever on steering column.
Ratios: 1st - 2.6 to 1
2nd - 1.63 to 1
3rd - 1 to 1
Reverse - 3�, to 1
Differential worm gear type with precision hearings
Electrical system: 12 volt with heavy duty 42 amp. alternator.
Segmented wiring harness with provisions to connect
accessories. Sealed beam single headlight with com-
bination stop and taillight with dirmner switch mounted
on floodboard. Turn signals.
Brakes: Heavy duty, hydraulic internal expanding on all three
wheels. Braking mechanism to be protected from sand,
dirt and water under normal conditions. Over center
adjustable parking brake with adjustment at end of
brake handle.
Steering: To be automotive type
Suspension: Front, leading link type, supported by two tension
springs with shock absorbers. Steering shaft to turn in
ball bearings.
Rear: Semi -elliptical springs with torsion bar
stabilizer and shock absorbers.
Control Protection: Controls to be protected by splash shield
from road splash.
Wheels & Tires: Wheels to be heavy duty automotive type
pressed steel. Tapered roller bearings in all wheels.
Basic Dimensions:
Wheel base 72"
Rear wheel tread 41-3/4"
Height to top of hopper 50-3/4"
Ground clearance (differential) 5"
Height to top of cab 70"
Overall length, 115"
Overall width, 45�"
Unit to be equipped with fiberglass cab, electric windshield wiper.
To be quoted as options: Folding doors, doors must fold back
out of the way of the operator; hot air heater.
Each bidder shall state the approximate length of time required
for delivery after execution of a contract.
SECTION 2. The City Manager shall advertise for sealed bids
by notice posted up at the City Hall door and by publication pursuant
to ERS Chapter 424. No bid shall be opened within ten days from
the date on which the resolution is adopted, and no bid shall be
received after the hour fixed for the opening of bids. All bids
received by the city Manager up to the time for opening of same
shall be filed with the Board of Commissioners who may let a contract
to the lowest responsible bidder. The City shall have the right to
refuse and reject any and all bids.
SECTION 3. This resolution shall be in full force and effect from
and after its adoption.
Com,, T/ `n -
Mayor
Passed by the Board of Commissioners June 6, 1972
Recorded by Sarah Thurman, City Clerk, June 6, 1972.
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