26-P-00115-EBO-Determination-Letter-SLBE.pdf

This is an Equal Business Opportunity (EBO) Determination Letter issued by the City of Tampa's EBO Office for the "Removal, Towing, Storage and Disposal of Vessels" contract (Project Number 26-P-00115), managed by the Parks and Recreation Department. The procurement seeks qualified vendors to provide comprehensive vessel removal, towing, storage, and disposal services on an as-needed basis. The contract is classified as a construction-related service contract with a revenue-generating designation and an estimated contract amount not specified in the determination letter. The contract will be awarded for an initial one-year period with options for four additional one-year renewals and up to three additional 30-day unilateral extension periods. Sealed bids are due by 3:00 PM on Monday, March 2, 2026, with the contract effective date of January 14, 2026. The determination indicates that all work must be completed within five business days of authorization unless otherwise agreed.

This procurement has been designated as a Sheltered Market exclusively for Small Local Business Enterprises (SLBEs), with certified SLBE vendors eligible to receive a five percent bid discount not to exceed $10,000. The determination was made following a review that determined the scope did not meet Relevant Work Area (RWA) parameters for a narrowly tailored requirement, and no specific subcontracting goals were established for SLBE participation. The document was reviewed and approved by Jose A. Valdez, Committee Chair, and became effective on January 14, 2026. Prime contractors are encouraged to utilize SLBEs as subcontractors or suppliers, with required documentation to be submitted via DMI-40 Letter of Intent form within ten workdays after notice of intent to award.