Compressed Gasses

The City of Tampa is seeking competitive bids for compressed gases through Solicitation Number 25-P-00075, with the procurement divided into three distinct divisions: industrial and specialty gases, gas cylinder refilling services, and calibration gases. The bid covers an estimated annual usage of multiple gas types including acetylene, argon, helium, hydrogen, nitrogen, nitrous oxide, and oxygen in various grades and configurations. Delivery requirements specify a 48-hour turnaround for in-stock gases and up to 10 working days for special orders, primarily to fire stations and other City facilities. Bids are due by 5:00 pm on March 14, 2025, with a contract period of one year and potential renewal options for two additional one-year periods. The City reserves the right to unilaterally extend the contract for up to three additional 30-day periods. Technical specifications include detailed requirements for gas purity, cylinder testing, delivery standards, and labeling, with pricing to be submitted per cylinder and all related fees included in the unit price.

The procurement opportunity includes robust equal business opportunity provisions, with potential participation for Women/Minority Business Enterprises (WMBE) and Small Local Business Enterprises (SLBE). The City allows a 5% bid discount for underutilized business categories, including Black-owned, Hispanic-owned, Women-owned, Asian-owned, and Native American-owned firms. Bidders must comply with various requirements, including specific insurance provisions, public records law adherence, and criminal history screening practices. The estimated contract budget is approximately $78,000-$80,000, with potential expanded usage through the Hillsborough County Government Purchasing Council. Pricing will allow for potential escalation or de-escalation after the first year, limited to Consumer Price Index changes. Vendors must submit detailed documentation, including Letters of Intent (Form MBD-40) within ten working days of bid opening, and comply with the City's Diversity Management Initiative reporting requirements.