25-P-00406_Testing_and_Repair_Services_of_Transformers_at_the_AWTP.docx

This is a sheltered market project details document for the City of Tampa's procurement of Testing and Repair Services of Transformers at the Advanced Wastewater Treatment Plant (AWTP). The City seeks qualified vendors to provide comprehensive annual testing and maintenance services for 50-56 distribution transformers located at two municipal facilities: the Howard F. Curren AWTP at 2700 Maritime Boulevard and the San Carlos Pump Station at 4406 West San Carlos Street. The scope of work includes non-destructive testing, laboratory analysis, oil sampling, power factor testing, and repair services, with all testing required to meet ANSI Standards C57.10.00 and C57.12.90 and repairs complying with the National Electrical Code. The sealed bid submission deadline is 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, through the OpenGov eProcurement Portal. The contract award period is one year with options for four additional one-year renewals.

The estimated project cost is $50,000 with bond waiver eligibility under Florida Statutes 255.05(d) for contracts at or below $200,000. This is a sheltered market opportunity exclusively for Small Local Business Enterprises (SLBEs), with a 5% bid discount available to qualifying SLBE vendors not exceeding $10,000 in awarded contract value. Thirty-two certified SLBE firms have been identified as potential participants in electrical engineering, supply, and transformer maintenance services. Evaluation will be based on the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, with the City reserving the right to award by division or aggregate total. Successful bidders must obtain Port Passes, comply with E-Verify employment eligibility verification, non-discrimination requirements, and the City of Tampa's Equal Business Opportunity Program requirements. All test results must be compiled into a detailed report in both electronic PDF and bound hard copy formats, delivered within thirty days of field testing.