25-P-00304_-_Sheltered-Market-Project-Details.docx

This is a Sheltered Market Project Details document prepared by the City of Tampa's Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) for a street signage storage and installation project within the Ybor City 1 and 2 CRA districts. The project involves providing comprehensive storage and installation services for approximately 400 street signs, with the City of Tampa responsible for sourcing and fabricating all sign materials prior to contractor involvement. Contractors must develop a detailed installation plan, conduct post-installation inspections, and ensure compliance with local regulations and FDOT Roadway and Traffic Design Standards. The bid deadline is October 27, 2025, with a contract period of one year and three additional optional one-year renewals. Key contractor qualifications include a minimum of one year in business, provision of professional references, demonstrated storage capacity for 400 signs, and at least one employee holding an FDOT Intermediate Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) Certification.

The estimated project cost is $150,000, and the procurement is classified as bond waiver eligible under Florida Statutes 255.05(d) for contracts valued at $200,000 or less. This opportunity is designated as a Sheltered Market procurement targeting Small Local Business Enterprises (SLBEs) and Underutilized Women and Minority Business Enterprises (U-WMBEs), with specific focus on Black-Owned, Asian-Owned, and Native American-Owned firms. Three SLBE-certified contractors are identified as potential bidders. The solicitation includes a potential SLBE bid discount of up to 5 percent (maximum $10,000). The project requires a five-year warranty on workmanship and materials, with liquidated damages assessed at $250 per calendar day for missed completion deadlines. Contractors must coordinate with the City's Mobility Department and comply with all technical specifications, including maintenance of traffic controls and utility clearance requirements.