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45 -- TOXIC WAST SHREDDER SOL Req #NB838000606481 DUE 120495 POC David Groton, 303-497-3107 The National Institute of Standards & Technology (NIST) requires one (1) shredder capable of reducing soft radioactive toxic waste to a particle size of 3 mm and below in the largest dimension, in a cryogenic environment. The waste contains cloth, paper, plastic, and rubber, as well as small metal parts such as zippers, snaps, and rivets. To retain any toxic solvents present, the shredder will be operated at a temperature of 77 K (-320 degrees F) for long periods. The materials of the shredder and bearings must be capable of operating satisfactorily at 77K. The shredder must be easy to maintain and clean in a glove box environment. A request for written quotations pursuant to the simplified acquisition procedures will be available ASAP after December 4, 1995. The anticipated award is approximately February 1, 1996. This requirement is 100% set aside for small businesses (size standard = 500 or fewer employees). (0324)

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