Automated Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD5) Analyzer

The City of Tampa's Howard F. Curren Advanced Wastewater Treatment Plant is seeking to procure an Automated Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD5) Analyzer through an Invitation to Bid (ITB) for its wastewater laboratory. The procurement specifically requires one highly automated analyzer capable of precisely determining biochemical oxygen demand (BOD5) and carbonaceous biochemical oxygen demand (CBOD5) for wastewater and industrial wastewater effluents. The analyzer must feature automated capabilities for adding dilution water, seed, and nitrification inhibitor, and must include comprehensive hardware, software, installation, and training specifications. The bid requires the selected vendor to provide detailed technical documentation, on-site training for three days, and ensure compatibility with existing laboratory systems including Microsoft Windows 11 and the facility's Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). The bid is scheduled to be opened on Thursday, December 5, 2024, at 2:00 pm, with a three-year award period and potential for one additional two-year renewal.

The procurement includes provisions for diversity and inclusion, with the City of Tampa's Equal Business Opportunity Program encouraging participation from Women/Minority Business Enterprises (WMBE) and Small Local Business Enterprises (SLBE). While no specific subcontracting goals were set for this project, bidders are required to complete Diversity Management Information (DMI) Forms demonstrating good faith efforts in soliciting diverse business participation. The total estimated contract amount is $70,000, with the city reserving the right to award the contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. The successful vendor must provide one year of no-charge repairs, parts, labor, and expenses, followed by ten years of parts availability and optional service agreements. Additionally, the bid requires a 60-day post-installation conformance period where the analyzer must meet specific performance criteria. Vendors must also provide references and comply with city, state, and federal regulations, with potential additional requirements such as "Ban the Box" provisions and possible legal review for procurements approaching or exceeding the $100,000 threshold.