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Commodity Item Description for the Autoclave Upgrade M17‐035

76 MXSG would like to upgrade their Autoclave Computer Control System with the following:

1) Remove the existing autoclave computer control system hardware/software, including data acquisition unit and bus extender, and replace with a new computer control hardware/software package and data acquisition unit. The computer control system hardware/software shall be made to United State of America specifications and/or market. The operating system shall not be a Microsoft Windows 8 or 8.1 platform.

2) Interface new hardware/software components to the existing hardware/software systems only when necessary.

3) Replace the current United McGill control panel with a modern equivalent that complies with the National Electrical Code and has the appropriate safety items to prevent electrical shock.

The Allen Bradley SLC5/01 programmable logic controllers (PLCs) contained within the United McGill control panel shall be replace with a modern equivalent PLCs. The vendor shall be capable to do all the necessary rewiring with new wiring.

4) The Opto 22 control modules along with the current cabinet shall be replaced with their modern equivalent. The vendor shall be capable to do all the necessary rewiring with new wiring.

5) Obtain operational status and perform system checkout to insure proper function of all new hardware and software components.

6) The contractor performing the work shall provide technical data for the hardware/software components, software back up on appropriate storage media, and engineering drawings for new mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems.

7) Conduct on‐site operator training sessions for the new autoclave control system software and computer operating system.