Installation of Pedestrian Barricades (Bid Discount)

The City of Tampa Mobility Department is soliciting bids under solicitation number 26-P-00525 for comprehensive pedestrian barricade management services. The selected vendor will be responsible for the delivery, installation, on-site event support, and removal of bicycle-style barricades for parade routes and special events. The contract offers two pricing structures: Option 1, where the vendor provides all equipment and must demonstrate ownership of at least 1,500 barricades, and Option 2, where the vendor utilizes approximately 600 City-owned units while providing their own transport equipment. All vendor-provided barricades must be comparable to Tamis Corporation standards, measuring approximately 4 feet high by 8 feet wide, and all transportation equipment must display the company logo. The contract is for an initial one-year term with the possibility of four one-year renewals and limited unilateral extensions. Award will be granted to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with a 5% bid discount available for certified Small Local Business Enterprises (SLBE). Bidders must submit all documentation electronically via OpenGov by October 30, 2026, including mandatory DMI-10 and DMI-20 forms, a bidder's affidavit, and proof of Florida business licensure. Performance requirements include completing deployment one to two hours before event start times and coordinating planning meetings two weeks in advance. Payment is issued by the City's Accounts Payable Department upon receipt of itemized invoices and required subcontractor payment reports.