Anhydrous Ammonia

The City of Tampa's Water Department is soliciting bids for Anhydrous Ammonia through Invitation to Bid (ITB) No. 25-P-00378 for the David L. Tippin Water Treatment Facility located in Tampa, Florida. The procurement seeks approximately 175 tons of Anhydrous Ammonia annually, with specific requirements that the chemical must be 99-100% NH3, NSF 60 certified for potable water treatment, and meet rigorous chemical property standards. Bidders must be manufacturers or authorized distributors with proof of NSF 60 certification, capable of providing tank truck delivery FOB Destination between 7:00 AM and 3:00 PM on working days, with the ability to deliver within 24 hours of order receipt (or 5 hours in emergency situations). The contract term is one year with options to renew for two additional one-year periods, and the City may unilaterally extend the contract for up to three additional 30-day periods. Key dates include a pre-bid meeting on September 26, 2025, and the bid opening scheduled for October 14, 2025, with deliveries to be made at 7125 N 30th Street, Tampa, Florida.

The procurement includes provisions for Small Local Business Enterprise (SLBE) participation, with the City of Tampa's Equal Business Opportunity Program encouraging diversity in contracting. Bidders must complete various forms, including the DMI-30 Form for subcontractor payments and the DMI-40 Letter of Intent, which document subcontractor involvement and support local small businesses. While no specific SLBE goal percentage is mandated, there may be potential bid preferences such as a 5% bid discount for SLBEs (not to exceed $10,000). The estimated contract value is approximately $200,000, with comprehensive requirements for quality control, testing, emergency response planning, technical assistance, and maintenance/repair work. Contractors must also comply with local ordinances, state statutes, and OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard, providing detailed Safety Data Sheets and ensuring workplace safety. The procurement emphasizes transparency, accountability, and support for local business enterprises through its structured bidding and reporting processes.