FOUNTAIN Box Dryer SOW.pdf

Statement of Work:

USDA-ARS Raleigh NC small grains project needs a research seed dryer system.

Timely harvest of research plots is increasing difficult with frequent rainfall across locations of plots. Grain and seed are harvested at moisture levels (16% or greater) that require a dryer system. Dryer system will be installed at 3512 Mid Pines Rd, Raleigh, NC.

Specifications for USDA-ARS Raleigh NC research seed dryer system:

1) Two (2) station/bay plenum (steel) to allow for maximum of 3 boxes high/station

a) Plenum access doors, easily open/latch with hinges. Bolt to concrete pad.

b) Adjustable dampers for each station/bay

c) Gauge at each station to measure air pressure

2) Blower/Burner and assembly to plenum

a) Blower to adequately aerate each box of 1,000-2,000 lb of seed in paper/woven plastic containers.

b) Burner for propane gas to allow for maximum of 110⁰F. Digital temperature control system. Alarm with temperature-setting system.

c) 2-phase (220v) electric motor for fan

3) Six (6) steel boxes with forklift pallet-style bottom (3 boxes per plenum station)

a) Measurements 48”x48”x40” or a standard size with similar volume and easily managed with standard forklift.

b) Stackable

c) Perforated floor with about 2,000 lb capacity of seed.

d) Tag holder to easily identify contents.

4) Lid for each box to allow for seed transport in box from field-to-base station and keep seed dry if rain occurs.

5) Paint all equipment for weather protection, green and blue (USDA logo) or standard color tints.

6) Build and final invoice before August 30, 2020.

7) Deliver before end of September 30, 2020 to:

USDA-ARS

ATTN: Charlie Glover 3512 Mid Pines Rd Raleigh, NC 27606 919-513-7218