EBO-26-P-00016_-_Sheltered-Market-Project-Details-SLBE_(1).pdf

This is a sheltered market project details document from the City of Tampa's Economic & Business Opportunity (EBO) Office for a fire sprinkler and alarm system inspection and repair contract at the Waste to Energy (WTE) Facility. The project (EBO-26-P-00016) requires furnishing all labor, tools, and supplies for inspections, testing, and emergency services to fire preventive sprinkler systems and fire pumps in accordance with National Fire Protection Association standards (NFPA 25, 72, and 2001), Florida Statute 633, and Florida Administrative Code. Work includes both routine inspections and repairs identified during inspections, as well as replacement or new installations of complete fire sprinkler systems, alarms, and pumps. The project is managed by the Solid Waste & Environmental Program Management division and was prepared on October 28, 2025, for the FY26 fiscal year.

The project has a cost estimate of $150,000 and is categorized as Non-Professional Services with NIGP Code 93633 for Fire Protection Equipment and Systems Inspection, Maintenance and Repair. The solicitation is restricted to Small Local Business Enterprises (SLBEs), with four SLBEs available in this category. The project is eligible for bond waiver under Florida Statutes 255.05(d), which permits exemption from payment and performance bonds for contracts of $200,000 or less; the City of Tampa Sheltered Market Program supports bond waivers for eligible projects. The contract opportunity was reviewed and prepared by Jose A. Valdez of the EBO Office.