Intent to Single Source for Tencarva Pumps (ITT - Goulds, Allis-Chalmer)

The contract involves a single-source procurement for OEM parts and services related to Goulds and Allis-Chalmer pumps at the McKay Bay Waste-to-Energy Facility in Tampa, Florida. The City of Tampa intends to exclusively acquire these parts from authorized distributors to ensure reliable repairs, warranty coverage, and system integrity. The procurement is managed under solicitation number 26-X-00343, with a posted date of December 1, 2025, and a response deadline of December 4, 2025. The scope emphasizes the importance of OEM components, requiring vendors to demonstrate authorized distributor status, and mandates comprehensive insurance coverage, including general liability, automobile liability, workers’ compensation, professional liability, pollution, and railroad protective liability if applicable. These insurance requirements are highly specific, requiring coverage limits, endorsements, and certificates of insurance before work begins, with provisions for extended reporting periods and waivers of subrogation to protect the City’s interests. The contractual framework also details performance and inspection criteria, indicating that work will be inspected and accepted at the project site in Tampa, with the City serving as the responsible party for oversight and acceptance. The contract value is estimated at $75,000 annually for parts and services, with no explicit mention of contract duration beyond this estimate. The procurement process involves submitting detailed responses, including proof of vendor authorization, insurance documentation, and compliance certifications, with the City reserving the right to require additional coverages or modifications. The emphasis on OEM parts, strict insurance conditions, and limited evaluation factors underscores the specialized, high-reliability nature of this single-source contract, aimed at maintaining critical pump operations at the facility.