26-P-00016_-_DMI-45-Form-EBO-Determination-Letter-SLBE.pdf

This document is an Equal Business Opportunity (EBO) Determination Letter issued by the City of Tampa in accordance with Tampa Code Chapter 26.5 for the Waste to Energy (WTE) Facility Fire Sprinkler and Alarm System Inspections & Repairs project (26-P-00016). The project, managed by the Solid Waste & Environmental Program Management Department, encompasses furnishing all labor, tools, and supplies necessary to perform inspections, testing, and emergency services on fire preventive sprinkler systems and fire pumps in compliance with National Fire Protection Association standards (NFPA 25, 72, and 2001), Florida Statutes 633, and Florida Administrative Code. The scope of work includes repair services resulting from inspection findings, as-needed repairs, and replacement or new installation of complete fire sprinkler systems, alarms, and pumps. The project start and end dates are to be determined.

The estimated contract amount is $150,000.00. This is classified as a construction-related service contract and is designated as a sheltered market for Small Local Business Enterprises (SLBEs). Eligible SLBEs will receive a bid discount of 5 percent, not to exceed $10,000. The determination was made as a traditional solicitation, as the scope did not meet the parameters for a narrowly tailored requirement. The metrics and EBO Economic Opportunity participation goals were reviewed and approved in accordance with established policy. The determination was approved by Jose A. Valdez, Committee Chair, and became effective on October 28, 2025.