25048_Price_Sheet.xlsx

The file is a Price Sheet (25048_Price_Sheet.xlsx) for Hillsborough County Public Schools (HCPS) Procurement Services Department's Invitation to Bid (ITB) No. 25048-ITB-DST for Commercial Water Heaters for Student Nutrition Services (SNS) cafeterias. The procurement seeks five different types of water heaters, including a gas water heater (199,900 BTU), an electric water heater, two tankless gas water heaters, and a mini tank hot water heater, with an estimated annual usage of 15-20 units per item. Technical questions were due by February 20, 2025, with bids due on March 6, 2025, at 3:30 PM, and an anticipated award date of May 6, 2025. The initial contract term is one year (May 7, 2025 to May 6, 2026), with potential for four additional one-year renewals.

The bid requires vendors to provide Energy Star certified equipment with specific technical requirements, offer a minimum one-year warranty on parts and labor, and comply with various regulatory requirements. The procurement is supported by United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) funding, with a financial assistance award of $125,000.00 per year. Vendors must adhere to federal regulations, including debarment checks, Clean Air and Water Pollution Control Acts, and domestic procurement preferences. The solicitation emphasizes support for small businesses and minority-owned enterprises. Multiple vendors are expected to be awarded, with current recommended vendors including Amalgamated Services, Inc., Ferguson US Holding, Inc., and Tampa Winsupply Company. Water heater unit prices range from approximately $146.98 to $9,311.59, with warranty terms typically covering 1-3 years for parts and tank. The bid allows for purchases by other public agencies within Hillsborough County and charter schools, with no minimum order requirements and a 30-day delivery expectation after purchase order receipt.