Diamond Blades (Bid-Discount)

The City of Tampa is conducting a solicitation for Diamond Blades (Bid No. 25-P-00213) to be utilized by various city departments. The procurement specifically seeks three distinct types of diamond blades: 20 units of a 14-inch multipurpose wet/dry blade with a 20mm arbor, 80 units of a 14-inch ductile iron blade, and 5 units of a 12-inch multipurpose blade. The bid is scheduled to open on Friday, April 25, 2025, at 2:00 pm, with an anticipated contract award within 120 days of bid opening. The contract period will span one year, with potential renewal options for two additional one-year periods and possible unilateral extensions by the City for up to three 30-day periods. Evaluation criteria will focus on selecting the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with the City reserving the right to award the bid by aggregate total or individual line items. Pricing must include all shipping costs, and the contract allows for potential price adjustments tied to the Consumer Price Index.

The solicitation includes specific set-aside provisions for City-certified Small Local Business Enterprises (SLBEs) and Underutilized Woman and Minority Owned Business Enterprises (U-WMBEs), offering a 5% bid discount (up to $10,000 for SLBEs and $20,000 for U-WMBEs). Bidders must comply with E-Verify employment eligibility verification, public records law, and non-discrimination policies. The procurement documents emphasize diverse business participation, requiring detailed reporting through forms like MBD-30 (Subcontractors/Consultants/Suppliers Payment Form) and MBD-40 (Letter of Intent). Vendors must provide comprehensive information about subcontractor participation, including ownership type, trade activities, and contract amounts. The department's budget for this procurement is $25,000, with pricing to include all associated costs. Bidders will need to demonstrate compliance with the City of Tampa's Equal Business Opportunity Program and provide detailed documentation of their business qualifications and subcontractor relationships.