26-P-00041_-_DMI-45-Form-EBO-Determination-Letter-SLBE.pdf

This is an Equal Business Opportunity Determination Letter issued by the City of Tampa's Parks & Recreation Department for procurement 26-P-00041, establishing the terms for a sheltered market contract for repair services on lawn, field, and landscape maintenance equipment. The contract covers comprehensive repair services including engine and differential rebuilds, transmission repairs, hydraulic system maintenance, electrical repairs, and fuel system services for equipment from nineteen manufacturers. Bidders must maintain a repair facility within Tampa city limits, hold authorized dealer status for specified equipment brands, and employ at least two trained technicians. The procurement requires a 72-hour standard turnaround time for repairs with estimates due within 24 hours of equipment receipt. Sealed bids must be submitted electronically via the OpenGov eProcurement Portal by 3:00 p.m. on January 5, 2026. The contract has an estimated value of $40,000 with an initial one-year award period and three optional one-year renewals. Award decisions will be made within 120 days of bid opening.

The contract is designated as a Sheltered Market exclusively for Small Local Business Enterprises (SLBEs), with a 5% bid discount available to certified SLBEs not to exceed $10,000. This determination was reviewed and approved by the Equal Business Opportunity Office and became effective on November 5, 2025. The procurement was classified as a Traditional Solicitation as the scope did not meet Racial/Women/Disadvantaged Availability (RWA) parameters for a narrowly tailored requirement. Successful bidders must provide proof of Florida business registration, comply with E-Verify requirements, and maintain appropriate insurance coverage. The contract allows for potential utilization by the Government Purchasing Council of Hillsborough County members, which may extend the contract's application beyond Tampa city limits.