Fire Hydrant Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance Services (Bid Discount)

The City of Tampa is soliciting bids for the inspection, testing, certification, and maintenance of approximately 32 fire hydrants at the Howard F. Curren Advanced Wastewater Treatment Plant located at 2700 Maritime Blvd. The scope of work includes annual flow testing in accordance with AWWA M17 standards, painting of tested hydrants using OSHA-approved high-grade enamel, and the installation of aluminum identification tags and bidirectional reflective pavement markers. Bidders must provide a detailed report for each hydrant inspected and notify the Department Representative five days prior to starting work. The contract is for an initial one-year term with the possibility of two additional one-year renewals and three unilateral 30-day extensions by the Director of Purchasing. The award will be granted to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Qualification requirements include at least three years of experience in similar services and client references demonstrating the annual maintenance and flow testing of at least 1,000 hydrants. The solicitation includes a bid discount for certified Small Local Business Enterprises (SLBEs) and requires compliance with the Davis-Bacon Act and various non-discrimination laws. Bids must be submitted electronically via the OpenGov portal by 3:00 pm on September 14, 2026. Payment is issued following the receipt and acceptance of services in accordance with the Florida Local Prompt Payment Act, with specific DMI 30 forms required for any subcontracting activities.