Cluster Box Units and All-Weather Parcel Lockers
During Mailbox Improvement Week, postmasters and managers or their designees must review all cluster box units (CBUs), neighborhood delivery and collection box units (NDCBUs), and outdoor parcel lockers (OPLs) in their delivery areas to identify any hazards or irregularities, and they must record the results of the review. Note: NDCBUs are not approved for use by Postal Service employees in new delivery or as replacement units for existing NDCBUs, even when privately purchased. Postal Service officials must not install Arrow locks in new NDCBUs or initiate delivery to NDCBUs installed as replacements.
Upon completion of the reviews, copies must be retained locally and consolidated copies sent to the designated growth coordinator for each district. PS Form 8143, Equipment Checklist and Follow-up Review, is the suggested format to use in conducting and recording the reviews. PS Form 8143 is available in this Postal Bulletin (see Exhibit G on page 13) and on the Delivery and Retail/Growth Management Web page (http://blue.usps.gov/delivery/del_growth_management.htm), and must be reproduced locally. Employees conducting the reviews must complete PS Form 1624, Delivery/Collection Equipment Work Request, for any equipment that poses a safety hazard to Postal Service customers or employees. Requisition PS Form 1624 from the MDC using normal ordering procedures (described on page 2). The relevant ordering information for PS Form 1624 is as follows:
PSN: 7530-01-000-9392
PSIN: PS1624
Unit of Measure: SE
Quick Pick Number: N/A
Bulk Pack Quantity: 10,000
Mimimum Order: 100
Price: $0.0154
Equipment Review Procedure
Employees must use the CBU and parcel locker equipment checklist and follow-up review procedure when examining the condition of CBUs, NDCBUs, and OPLs. Employees must do the following:
1. List the 5-digit, USPS-marked Postal Service ID number of the unit. This is usually visible on the front or side of the body or pedestal. If a Postal Service ID number is not available, list the unit location, equipment type, and manufacturer in the left-hand column. If you are able to access the back of the unit, list the unit's vendor-supplied serial number. The type listed must distinguish between NDCBU and CBU.
2. Assign each checklist item one of the following ratings:
a. OK - Equipment does not need attention for this item.
b. X - Equipment needs attention for this item.
c. NA - Item does not apply to this particular piece of equipment.
3. When examining the equipment, use the instructions below to complete PS Form 8143:
a. Check equipment. All CBUs, NDCBUs, and OPLs should be straight, vertical, and firmly mounted. For safety concerns, please ensure that customer compartments are facing away from the street. Visually verify that four bolts/nuts are firmly in place securing the pedestal to the concrete pad and to the CBU, NDCBU, or OPL. Apply hand pressure to the top edge of the unit from the front side. While the unit may flex under the load, verify that the pedestal stays firmly mounted to the concrete and that the unit does not separate from the pedestal. For safety concerns, please ensure that customer compartments are located such that customers do not have to stand in the street to access their mail.
b. Check visible welds. Make note of cracked, broken, or rusted welds. For NDCBUs and OPLs only, tap the pedestal with a lightweight hammer, especially along the seams, to check for corrosion from the inside out or perforated corrosion.
c. For CBUs and NDCBUs, observe whether the carrier access door is locked and secure. Open it and observe whether it is bowed or warped and whether the door and locking bar operate smoothly. With the carrier access door open, check whether restraining devices prevent the door from blowing closed. These devices, which may have to be set manually, should be serviceable.
d. Ensure that the Arrow lock operates smoothly and easily and that the mounting hardware is tight. For NDCBUs and OPLs, the cover that protects the Arrow lock from customer tampering must be serviceable and firmly attached.
e. For OPLs, the cover that protects the Arrow lock from theft must be secured with the proper quantity of tamper-resistant screws.
f. Ensure that all customer access doors are present, closed, and locked with no visible damage or signs of forced entry. Check that customer door numbers are readable.
g. Ensure that the exterior surface of the unit is free from rust and graffiti.
h. Examine the unit. Check it for defects or damage and whether it reflects a proper Postal Service image.
i. Check whether the unit and/or any protecting structure appears watertight and in good repair. Check whether there are any noticeable watermarks inside the unit or any wet mail.
j. Note any other conditions that require attention. Also, look for signs of vandalism such as pry marks on doors and locks.
4. Record the results of the inspection on the checklist.
5. Submit the completed PS Form 1624 for each unit reviewed to the maintenance office responsible for centralized delivery equipment installation and/or repair in the area.
Carriers must note equipment deficiencies and report them to the postmaster, supervisor, or designee. The postmaster or designee must then submit PS Form 1624 reporting the equipment defects. In addition, carriers should complete PS Form 1767, Report of Hazard, Unsafe Condition, or Practice, for items that pose an immediate threat to safety, such as an improperly secured or leaning NDCBU/CBU. Order PS Form 1767 from the MDC using normal ordering procedures (described on page 2). The relevant ordering information for PS Form 1767 is as follows:
PSN: 7530-01-000-9422
PSIN: PS1767
Unit of Measure: SE
Quick Pick Number: 141
Bulk Pack Quantity: 1000
Minimum Order: 25
Price: $0.537
The postmaster or supervisor must immediately notify by telephone the office responsible for repair of reported hazards. The postmaster or supervisor must follow up to ensure that the work is satisfactorily completed and documented. The office responsible for repair should use its local buying authority to accomplish the repairs.
In January 1999, the Postal Service announced that NDCBUs cannot be installed for delivery of mail beginning in fiscal year 2000. As previously stated, there are no waivers granted for this policy. The contracts with American Locker Security Systems, Auth-Florence Manufacturing, and Security Manufacturing expire May 31, 2005. OPLs are available only through the national contract with American Locker. As of June 1, 2005, all orders for CBUs and OPLs must be placed against the new national contract with Auth- Florence, and all orders must be placed through eBuy.
For eBuy ordering instructions, go to the Blue page at http://blue.usps.gov; under "Essential Links," click on eBuy, then Training. For additional assistance, call 800-USPS- HELP.
Cluster Box Units (CBUs)
USPS-B-1118E, June 1994
AMERICAN LOCKER SECURITY SYSTEMS INC
608 ALLEN ST
JAMESTOWN NY 14701-3966
800-828-9118
716-664-9600
716-483-2822 (fax)
www.americanlocker.com
Contract #072368-01-P-0378* - Place orders through eBuy.
Unit is painted plastic - pedestal is painted plastic.
* This contract expires May 31, 2005. As of June 1, 2005, all USPS purchases will be made through Auth-Florence Manufacturing Co.
AUTH FLORENCE MANUFACTURING CO
5935 CORPORATE DR
MANHATTAN KS 66503-9675
800-275-1747
785-323-4400
800-275-5081 (toll-free fax)
785-323-4470 (fax)
www.auth-florence.com
Contract #072368-01-P-0379* - Place orders through eBuy.
Unit is anodized, painted aluminum - pedestal is anodized, painted stainless steel.
* This contract expires May 31, 2005. As of June 1, 2005, all USPS purchases will be through Contract #1CDSEQ- 05-B-3001, available on eBuy on that date. This new contract incorporates the updated security performance specification, USPS-B-1118F.
SECURITY MANUFACTURING CORP
815 S MAIN ST
GRAPEVINE TX 76051-5535
800-762-6937
817-329-1600
817-481-3993 (fax)
www.securitymanufacturing.com
Contract #072368-01-P-0380* - Place orders through eBuy.
Unit is anodized, painted aluminum - pedestal is anodized, painted aluminum.
* This contract expires May 31, 2005. As of June 1, 2005, all USPS purchases will be made through Auth-Florence Manufacturing Co.
Outdoor Parcel Locker (OPL)
USPS-B-1116A, September 13, 1989
AMERICAN LOCKER SECURITY SYSTEMS INC
608 ALLEN ST
JAMESTOWN NY 14701-3966
800-828-9118
716-664-9600
716-483-2822 (fax)
www.americanlocker.com
Contract #072368-01-P-0378* - Place orders through eBuy.
Unit is plastic - pedestal is anodized aluminum. (Note: Pedestal can be used only on American Locker units.)
* This contract expires May 31, 2005. As of June 1, 2005, all USPS purchases will be made through Auth-Florence Manufacturing Co. |
Replacement Pedestals - NDCBU Universal
AUTH FLORENCE MANUFACTURING CO
5935 CORPORATE DR
MANHATTAN KS 66503-9675
800-275-1747
785-323-4400
800-275-5081 (toll-free fax)
785-323-4470 (fax)
www.auth-florence.com
Contract #072368-01-P-0379* - Place orders through eBuy.
Pedestal is anodized aluminum. Does not fit Superior units.
* This contract expires May 31, 2005. As of June 1, 2005, all USPS purchases will be through Contract #1CDSEQ- 05-B-3001, available on eBuy that date.
SECURITY MANUFACTURING CORP
815 S MAIN ST
GRAPEVINE TX 76051-5535
800-762-6937
817-329-1600
817-481-3993 (fax)
Contract #072368-01-P-0380* - Place orders through eBuy.
Pedestal is painted aluminum. Does not fit Superior or ARA units.
* This contract expires May 31, 2005. As of June 1, 2005, all USPS purchases will be through Contract #1CDSEQ- 05-B-3001, available on eBuy that date.
Replacement Pedestals - OPL
AMERICAN LOCKER SECURITY SYSTEMS INC
608 ALLEN ST
JAMESTOWN NY 14701-3966
800-828-9118
716-664-9600
716-483-2822 (fax)
www.americanlocker.com
Contract #072368-01-P-0378* - Place orders through eBuy.
Pedestal is anodized aluminum. (Note: Can be used on only American Locker units.)
* This contract expires May 31, 2005. As of June 1, 2005, all USPS purchases will be through Contract #1CDSEQ- 05-B-3001, available on eBuy that date.
AUTH FLORENCE MANUFACTURING CO
5935 CORPORATE DR
MANHATTAN KS 66503-9675
800-275-1747
785-323-4400
800-275-5081 (toll-free fax)
785-323-4470 (fax)
www.auth-florence.com
Contract #1CDSEQ-05-B-3001 - Place orders through eBuy. Contract start date is June 1, 2005, available through eBuy.
Apartment House Mail Receptacles - Horizontal and Vertical
Note: USPS has finalized a complete revision to USPS- STD-4B. The new standard is USPS-STD-4C, effective September 3, 2004.
For replacement of existing equipment, security- enhanced versions of both horizontal and vertical boxes are now available. They are referred to as "USPS- STD-4B+" boxes and are designed to fit cleanly into buildings with old USPS-STD-4B boxes.
In the very near future, a new generation of boxes will be available. The new boxes will be referred to as USPS- STD-4C boxes.
USPS-STD-4B and USPS-STD-4B+ boxes are approved for Postal Service mail delivery for indoor installations or protected outdoor locations. However, the Postal Service is prohibited from purchasing this equipment for apartments. You may only order replacement parts for Postal Service-owned equipment that was installed in the past.
Please refer to the attached timelines on page 14 for critical dates in implementation of USPS-STD-4C. If there are any additional questions regarding these timelines, please contact area or district growth coordinators for further information.
AMERICAN DEVICE MANUFACTURING
5935 CORPORATE DR
MANHATTAN KS 66503-9675
www.auth-florence.com
800-275-1747
785-323-4400
800-275-5081 (toll-free fax)
785-323-4470 (fax)
Horzontal units only.
AMERICAN EAGLE MANUFACTURING CO
3017 WHEELOCK ST
DALLAS TX 75220-2944
800-488-4810
214-358-5544
214-358-2261 (fax)
Horizontal only.
AUTH FLORENCE MANUFACTURING CO
5935 CORPORATE DR
MANHATTAN KS 66503-9675
www.auth-florence.com
800-275-1747
785-323-4400
800-275-5081 (toll-free fax)
785-323-4470 (fax)
BOMMER INDUSTRIES INC
PO BOX 187
LANDRUM SC 29356-0187
www.bommer.com
800-334-1654
864-457-3301
864-457-5370 (fax)
JENSEN INDUSTRIES INC
1946 E 46TH ST
LOS ANGELES CA 90058-2096
www.jensen-ind.com
323-235-6800
800-882-6489 (fax)
SALSBURY INDUSTRIES
1010 E 62ND ST
LOS ANGELES CA 90001-1598
www.mailboxes.com
800-323-3003
213-232-6181
800-725-9393 (fax)
SECURITY MANUFACTURING CORP
815 S MAIN ST
GRAPEVINE TX 76051-5535
www.securitymanufacturing.com
800-762-6937
817-329-1600
817-481-3993 (fax)
Locks and Cams, CBU/NDCBU
PSIN 0910A and B (locks) & PSIN 0913A through K (cams)
USPS-L-1172C, July 23, 2004
COMPX SECURITY PRODUCTS (Formerly National Cabinet Lock)
200 OLD MILL RD
PO BOX 200
MAULDIN SC 29662-0200
www.compxnet.com
Contact: Craig Lambert
864-286-1694
864-286-1698 (fax)
Contract #ICDSEQ-05-P-0371
Locks, Interlocking System, Parcel Locker, CBU
PSIN 0306P
USPS-L-1294A, November 19, 1996
Note: The items referenced below are only compatible with CBUs manufactured to USPS-B-1118E, June 1994.
KABA ILCO CORPORATION
400 JEFFREYS RD
PO BOX 2627
ROCKY MOUNT NC 27802-2627
Contact: Mike Philips (x256)
800-334-1381
252-446-3321
252-446-4702 (fax)
No national contract.
AMERICAN LOCKER SECURITY SYSTEMS INC
608 ALLEN ST
JAMESTOWN NY 14701-3966
www.americanlocker.com
800-828-9118
716-664-9600
716-483-2822 (fax)
No national contract.
State and Local Regulations
Some states have enacted laws that are more stringent and specific about the type of mailbox that may be used, the post or support that must be used to mount the mailbox, and the location of the delivery equipment. Regulations and recommendations published in this notice might not reflect appropriate requirements for your area. When providing guidance to the general public concerning mailbox placement and replacement, advise them not only of Postal Service regulations but also of any mailbox regulations that you know have been enacted by state or local authorities.
For further information, visit http://blue.usps.gov/dois/growth_del_point_mgmt/growth_del_point_mgmt_ overview.htm, or write:
AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF STATE HIGHWAY AND
TRANSPORATION OFFICIALS
444 N CAPITOL ST NW STE 249
WASHINGTON DC 20001-1512
FEDERAL HIGHWAY ASSOCIATION
OFFICE OF HIGHWAY SAFETY HHS-10
400 7TH ST SW
WASHINGTON DC 20590-0003
Publicity
Postmasters should give these guidelines and suggestions maximum local publicity. Consult your area Public Affairs and Communications representative for further guidance and assistance in publicizing Mailbox Improvement Week. The news release on page 12 is provided for postmasters to distribute to daily or weekly newspapers or broadcast stations in their delivery area to promote Mailbox Improvement Week. Postmasters should retype the release double-spaced on Postal Service letterhead. It may also be helpful to alert the media to locations of particularly interesting mailboxes in your delivery area.
Responsibility
Motorized city, rural, and highway contract box delivery route carriers must cooperate to ensure the success of this endeavor and later report the results to the postmaster. In addition, postmasters should use the most up-to-date list of manufacturers and mailbox suppliers when providing motorized city, rural, and highway contract box delivery route customers with information about the type of box to install.
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