Backflow Prevention and Fireline Repair Parts (Bid Discount)

The City of Tampa’s Water Department is soliciting bids for the provision of backflow prevention devices and fire line repair parts on an as-needed basis through Solicitation Number 26-P-00305, with responses due by June 22, 2026. The contract requires the awarded vendor to maintain at least two of the specified items in stock at all times and to deliver goods within 14 working days after receipt of order, with backorders to be fulfilled within five working days. All materials must be new, in original factory packaging, and of first quality; re-packaged, damaged, adulterated, or aftermarket items will be rejected. The key line items include specific backflow prevention models with designated part numbers, and the vendor must provide fully itemized invoices tied directly to the bid pricing on OpenGov, including purchase order numbers, delivery locations, dates, and extended costs—aggregate invoices are prohibited. Payment is contingent upon successful inspection and acceptance of goods and submission of proper documentation, including the original manufacturer’s warranty for each item shipped. The contract includes a bid discount for City-certified Small Local Business Enterprises (SLBEs), who must submit valid certification documents prior to bid opening, and encourages participation from Women/Minority Business Enterprises (WMBEs), though no formal goal is specified. Bidders must complete and submit MBD Forms 10 and 20 for subcontractors, and Form MBD-30 with every payment request, along with lien waivers and payment affidavits where applicable. All proposals must be submitted electronically via the OpenGov portal; mail, fax, email, or hand delivery are not accepted. Compliance with Florida statutes is mandatory, including E-Verify attestation, prohibitions against human trafficking, adherence to the convicted vendor list, and minimum wage requirements under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution. Contractors must also comply with federal civil rights laws, ADA standards, and provide OSHA Safety Data Sheets when applicable. The City reserves the right to award by line item or aggregate total, and the award will go to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder based on financial stability, past performance, insurability, bonding eligibility, and documented experience. The contract has an initial term with options for two additional one-year renewals and up to three 30-day unilateral extensions. Deliveries must occur between 7:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. on weekdays, FOB to the City’s designated facility, with