4" - 6" Ductile Iron Pipe (Bid Discount)

The City of Tampa is requesting bids for 4" to 6" ductile iron pipe under ITB 26-P-00565, with bids due October 16, 2026. City of Tampa certified Small Local Business Enterprises (SLBEs) are eligible for a five percent bid discount, not to exceed $10,000, applied for evaluation purposes only.

The scope comprises 1,860 linear feet of 4" ductile iron pipe and 2,780 linear feet of 6" ductile iron pipe to be supplied on an as-needed basis. All materials must be domestically manufactured, conform to ANSI/AWWA C151/A21.51 standards, include cement mortar lining and asphaltic coating per ANSI/AWWA C104/A21.4, carry NSF/ANSI 61 certification for potable water contact, and be furnished in standard 20-foot lengths at Class 350 psi pressure rating. Acceptable manufacturers are U.S. Pipe & Foundry (Tyton Joint) and American Cast Iron (Fastite Joint). Materials must be delivered within 14 working days of order receipt and carry a 90-day warranty against defects.

Bid prices must be firm, include all shipping costs F.O.B. Tampa, Florida, and incorporate all applicable taxes, royalties, and patent costs. The initial award period is one year from the effective date, with options for three additional one-year renewals by mutual written agreement, plus up to three additional thirty-day unilateral extension periods at the City's discretion. Award will be made to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder within 120 days of bid opening.

Bidders must submit completed DMI Forms 10 and 20 with their bids and comply with all federal, state, and local employment verification, ethics, and non-discrimination requirements. Questions regarding bid specifications must be submitted at least six business days prior to bid opening. Sealed bids must be submitted electronically through the OpenGov eProcurement Portal by 3:00 p.m. on October 16, 2026. The City of Tampa and eligible members of the Hillsborough County Government Purchasing Council may utilize this award.