Anhydrous Ammonia

The City of Tampa's Water Department is seeking bids for Anhydrous Ammonia through Invitation to Bid (ITB) number 26-P-00014, targeting procurement for the David L Tippin Water Treatment Facility. The solicitation requires approximately 150 tons of Anhydrous Ammonia annually, with specific technical requirements including 99-100% NH3 purity, NSF Standard 60 certification, and approval for potable water treatment. Qualified bidders must be manufacturers or authorized distributors with substantial inventory, demonstrating significant product and distribution capabilities. Delivery is specified between 7:00 AM and 3:00 PM on normal working days, with the bid opening scheduled for Friday, November 14, 2025. Evaluation criteria will encompass product quality, delivery capabilities, safety practices, and compliance with technical specifications, with pricing assessed on a per-ton basis. The initial contract period is one year, with potential renewal options for two additional one-year periods and the City's reserved right to unilaterally extend the contract for up to three additional 30-day periods.

The procurement includes specific provisions for small local business enterprise (SLBE) participation, as evidenced by the attached DMI forms and EBO Determination documents. While no specific SLBE goal percentage is explicitly stated, the City of Tampa demonstrates a commitment to diversity management initiatives through required documentation like the DMI-30 Sub-Contractors Payments Form and DMI-40 Letter of Intent Form. Contractors must provide comprehensive subcontractor payment tracking and comply with Ordinance 2008-89. The estimated contract value is approximately $200,000, though precise budgetary allocations are not definitively specified. Potential bidders must also submit detailed safety documentation, including OSHA Hazard Communication Safety Data Sheets, and demonstrate comprehensive emergency response planning, safety training capabilities, and technical assistance protocols. The procurement emphasizes not just product delivery, but also robust safety, compliance, and business diversity standards.