A06 Specifications.docx

Salient Characteristics S20074

MICROBIOLOGY ANALYZER

SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS:

1 EA, Analyzer:

1. Shall consist of an autonomous, self-contained, ALERT-type, system capable of collecting and analyzing pathogens in surface waters.

2. System shall be suitable for use in lakes, rivers, and water bodies near drinking or wastewater plants.

3. Shall be capable of being installed as a buoy or attached to a fixed structure.

4. Shall be field-ruggedized weighing no more than 25 lbs.

5. Shall have a response time no less than 1 hour.

6. Shall use reagents and be fully automated.

7. Shall be capable of obtaining E. coli, Total Coliforms, or Enterococci measurements through internal vacuum sampling and optical detection.

8. Shall have measurement range of at least 4 x105 Colony Forming Units per 100 mL.

9. Shall be able to take at least 7 measurements on one charge.

10. Shall use GSM network for programing and data management.

i) Shall allow the user to start measurements via cell phone either manually or through pre-programming.

ii) Shall be capable of sending “alert” text messages.

11. Shall have a USB communication interface.

12. Shall include an internal, rechargeable, lithium-ion type battery.

13. Shall have integrated internal antenna.

1 EA, Annual Web Based Service:

14. Shall be compatible with analyzer specs above.

15. Shall allow for annual subscriptions.

300 EA, Disposable Reagent Cartridges:

16. Shall mix an incubate samples for analyzer, specs above.

1 EA, Extra Battery:

17. Shall be compatible with analyzer specs above.

1 EA, Training:

18. Shall be at least 1 day on site training, TBD.

1 EA, Installation:

19. Shall include installation of the float with cables and weights.

1 EA, Installation:

20. Shall include installation of a rail and bracket that is at least 100 cm.