Mobile Water Bars

The Tampa Water Department is committed to providing high-quality, reliable drinking water while promoting environmental sustainability and public health throughout our community. As part of our ongoing outreach and customer engagement initiatives, the Department participates in numerous local festivals, neighborhood gatherings, and public events each year. To reduce single-use plastic waste, enhance public access to clean drinking water, and foster meaningful conversations regarding water quality and conservation, the Tampa Water Department is seeking to procure two custom-branded, mobile water bars. These versatile, event-ready hydration stations will serve as interactive focal points to educate the public, showcase municipal sustainability efforts, and deliver refreshing, chilled water directly to the community. The Tampa Water Department is seeking two movable, branded water bars designed to provide free, drinking water at community events, while creating an engagement opportunity to educate customers about their water, water quality, and sustainability. Key Requirements Mobile and Event-Ready: Freestanding, portable water bars designed for use at a variety of indoor and outdoor events. Multiple Serving Stations: The water bars must include multiple water spigots or dispensing stations, allowing several people to access water simultaneously and minimizing wait times. Large Water Capacity: Each unit must hold a minimum of 18 gallons of potable water, with consideration for a larger capacity if feasible. Ability to connect to a direct water source is a plus. Water Chilling: The design must accommodate an integrated water-chilling system to provide cool, refreshing drinking water throughout events. Easy Transportation: The water bar must be equipped with durable wheels/casters and designed for efficient loading, unloading, and transportation in a truck or similar vehicle. Custom Branding: The exterior must support customizable wraps and graphics that can incorporate Tampa Water Department branding, messaging, educational content, and event-specific designs. Durable Construction: Materials and finishes should be suitable for frequent transportation and repeated use at community events while maintaining a professional appearance. Cleaning and Maintenance: The unit must be accompanied by a clear cleaning, sanitization, and maintenance guide, including recommended procedures, frequency, and any applicable equipment or supplies.