EBO-26-P-00028_-_Minimum-Certified-Contact-List-SLBE.xlsx

This is a Sheltered Market Small Local Business Enterprise (SLBE) Minimum Certified Contact List for the City of Tampa's procurement of Cardiac Science Defibrillators and accessories (EBO-26-P-00028). The procurement seeks to maintain and update the city's existing inventory of over 190 Cardiac Science Powerheart G5 Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) located throughout city-owned buildings. Specific deliverables include 100 adult AED pads, 50 Powerheart G5 batteries, 20 complete AED units with iCPR fully automatic dual language capability, 20 AED/CPR response kits, 10 AED surface mount wall cabinets, and 10 V-shape wall mount signs. Each AED unit includes a carry sleeve, 4-year battery, one set of adult pads, data cable, user guide, AED inspection tag, on-site window static sticker, and an 8-year warranty. Bids are due by 3:00 p.m. on December 19, 2025, through the OpenGov eProcurement Portal, with questions accepted up to six business days before the opening date. The City reserves the right to award within 120 days after bid opening, and materials must be delivered within 15 working days after order receipt.

This is a Sheltered Market procurement restricted to certified SLBEs, with seven eligible vendors listed, including Buyer's Point LLC, Universal Home Health and Industrial Supplies Inc., Pepe & Associates Inc., Luna By The Moon LLC, SAT Industrial Supplies & Solutions LLC, SweTech Holdings LLC, and Vivid Consulting Group LLC—all primarily located in the Tampa Bay area. The procurement offers a 5 percent bid discount available to certified SLBE vendors, not to exceed $10,000. The estimated contract amount is $60,000.00. The previous vendor, Who We Play For, declined to renew the contract due to pricing constraints. Bidders must be registered to do business in Florida and provide proof of registration within ten days of award notification. Additional requirements include submitting manufacturer's original warranty documentation and proof of distributorship. The City will award the contract to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder and reserves the right to reject all bids or award by division or aggregate total.