Universal Maintenance Spare Sample Clauses
The Universal Maintenance Spare clause establishes the provision and management of spare parts that are universally compatible with multiple systems or equipment covered under a contract. In practice, this clause requires the supplier to maintain a stock of spare parts that can be used interchangeably across different models or units, ensuring that maintenance and repairs can be performed efficiently without waiting for specific parts to be sourced. The core function of this clause is to minimize equipment downtime and streamline maintenance operations by ensuring readily available, versatile spare parts, thereby enhancing operational reliability and reducing logistical delays.
Universal Maintenance Spare. A universal maintenance spare is one (1) whole spare duct (typically 4”) and one (1) spare innerduct. The universal maintenance spare in each manhole is available to all existing attaching parties (and Ameritech )which have existing working cables in the conduit system, for maintenance purposes. Only one party at any time may occupy the maintenance spare. Any party utilizing the maintenance spare must vacate the maintenance spare within sixty (60) days after placing its facilities in the universal maintenance spare. Access to a Universal Maintenance Spare must be requested through the ASAC and the ASAC must grant access to CLEC within five (5) business days of the request. This section (7.6.5) applies to routine maintenance. For emergency situations, Section 7.12.3, below, applies.
Universal Maintenance Spare. 4.2.1 The universal maintenance spare may be used by all Attaching Parties with Attachments in the conduit section for maintenance and emergency use.
4.2.2 Access to a universal maintenance spare for maintenance purposes must be requested through the SBC Primary Point of Contact 5 days in advance of proposed work.
4.2.3 Any party utilizing a universal maintenance spare must vacate it or provide an equivalent spare within 30 days. An additional 30 days may be requested in unique or special circumstances.
4.2.4 For emergency use of the maintenance spare, refer to section 8.
Universal Maintenance Spare. A full sized duct typically 3 inches or larger which may be used, on a short-term basis, for maintenance, repair, or emergency restoration activities. In those locations where there is not a full-sized duct, SBC will designate an inner duct, if one is available.