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ri <br /> Preliminary needs analysis has indicated that at a minimum the new facility should include <br /> the following: <br /> ..Approximately 10 bays, with at least four property equipped and of a size to accommodate <br /> heavy equipment repair (eg. sanitation trucks). <br /> ...Overhead hoists, centralized lubricant dispensing system, hydraulic floor lifts, and a <br /> compressed air system; <br /> ...Break/lunchroom area to accommodate staff, as well as to function as an area for Motor <br /> Pool, Sanitation and Buildings and Grounds division staff meetings; <br /> ..Appropriate storage areas for tires, batteries and a centralized parts room; <br /> ...Specialized service areas for tire changing, electrical analysis. <br /> ...Restrooms and shower areas. <br /> Types of service which will be performed in the maintenance garage include, but may not be limited <br /> to: <br /> New car preparation; <br /> Oil changes; <br /> Lubrication of vehicles and equipment; <br /> Miscellaneous other preventative maintenance; <br /> Alternator, starter, generator repairs; <br /> Tire service; <br /> Transmission and axle repair, <br /> Engine overhaul; <br /> Hydraulic system repairs; <br /> Welding. <br /> Anticipated outside development associated with this project includes: <br /> ...Location and development of a new access road,to enter from the Intersection of Highways <br /> Off and 67; <br /> ...Installation of a computerized fueling station for gasoline and diesel fuels. Since this <br /> function will need to be accessible 24-hours daily, It is likely that It should be located <br /> remote to the garage facility. The Town of Hillsborough and the County will share this facility. <br /> ...Installation of anautobath function, to accommodate automobiles and light trucks. If the <br /> budget allows,it Is preferable to have a facility which will also accommodate large vehicles, <br /> such as sanitation trucks. It Is likely that this function should be located in close proximity <br /> to the fueling station to provide 24 hour access. <br /> ...Installation of a waste oil facility; <br /> ...Development of sufficient parking areas for departmental vehicles, equipment, employee <br /> vehicles and routine maintenance traffic. <br /> Some priorities to be addressed within the scope of this project include: <br /> ..Adequate lighting, use of daylighting is a focus; <br /> ...Good ventilation within the maintenance garage; <br /> ...Good climate control In work areas; <br /> ..Adequate noise control measures; <br /> ...Energy efficiency,both In manpower and In the ongoing use of energy for heat,cooling,etc. <br /> Each firm making proposal should also be aware that the County is concerned about the use of <br /> bulking materials derived from non-renewable energy sources. Careful study wave be required to <br /> detenmirne the beet building materials for use in this faektlly. <br />