Citywide Cabling Services (Bid Discount) (Re-Bid)

The City of Tampa's Technology and Innovation Department is seeking qualified vendors for Citywide Cabling Services, specifically for Moves, Adds, Changes (MAC) activities involving voice and data cabling and installation services. The procurement, located in Hillsborough County, Florida, is a re-bid opportunity posted on January 8, 2026, with proposals due by February 16, 2026. Bidders must be experienced in cabling services and must adhere to the detailed Cabling System Guidelines/Requirements outlined in the solicitation. Vendors are required to demonstrate comprehensive technical capabilities in voice and data cabling installation, with a particular focus on meeting the city's specific infrastructure needs. The solicitation includes mandatory accessibility requirements, with proposers needing to submit an Accessibility Conformance Report based on WCAG 2.2 Level AA and Section 508 standards, along with a Supplemental Accessibility Report detailing evaluation methods, accessibility features, and potential remediation plans.

The procurement includes specific provisions for Small Local Business Enterprises (SLBEs), with bidders required to complete a Letter of Intent (DMI-40 Form) documenting commitments between prime contractors and SLBE participants. Contractors must provide detailed documentation of SLBE involvement, including specific scope of work, corresponding bid line items, and the agreed-upon cost of work as a percentage of the total contract amount. The city will require successful bidders to submit executed subcontract agreements and maintain compliance with OSHA Hazard Communication Standards, including comprehensive Safety Data Sheets. While specific budget ranges were not explicitly stated, the contract appears to be a comprehensive citywide service agreement with potential for significant ongoing cabling infrastructure work. Proposers must also be prepared for potential hands-on testing of proposed information and communication technology (ICT) items to verify accessibility claims and ensure compliance with the city's stringent requirements.