Bascule Bridge Maintenance and Emergency Response Repair Services

The City of Tampa's Mobility Department is requesting bids on comprehensive maintenance and emergency response repair services for five bascule bridges spanning the Hillsborough River under ITB 26-P-00309, with sealed bids due September 28, 2026 at 3:00 p.m.

The scope covers routine maintenance, inspections, small and large repairs, component replacements, and new installations on the Brorein Street Bridge, Cass Street Bridge, Laurel Street Bridge, Platt Street Bridge, and Columbus Street Bridge. Work includes cleaning and pressure-washing bridge pits and maintenance of electrical and mechanical equipment including motors, variable frequency drives, motor controls, and lighting systems. The selected contractor must provide 24/7 emergency response services with a 90-minute on-site arrival time from notification. Materials must be factory-fresh in original packaging, and the awardee shall provide a one-year guarantee on all materials. The contractor must perform at least 51 percent of work with its own forces unless written City approval is obtained for greater subcontracting.

The initial award period is two years from the effective date, with options for mutual renewal for two additional two-year periods. The City reserves the right to unilaterally extend the original or renewal term for up to three additional 30-day periods. Bid prices must be firm with all shipping costs included, F.O.B. Tampa, Florida; all applicable taxes are the awardee's responsibility. A price escalation provision is permitted one year after the award period begins and annually thereafter, provided written notice is given at least 90 days in advance and the increase does not exceed the previous year's Consumer Price Index change for All Urban Consumers.

Award will be made to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder. The City reserves the right to award by division or aggregate total. Bids must be submitted electronically through the OpenGov eProcurement Portal. The selected contractor must maintain Commercial General Liability, Automobile Liability, Worker's Compensation, and Excess Liability insurance; register to transact business in Florida; and comply with E-Verify requirements.