Disposal Services for Construction Debris

The City of Tampa's Mobility Department is seeking a disposal facility for construction and demolition debris through Invitation to Bid (ITB) 25-P-00230, targeting a contractor to provide comprehensive waste processing services. The selected facility must be authorized by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection as a Waste Processing Facility, located within a 6-mile radius of 3802 E 26th Ave., Tampa, and operate Monday through Friday from 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Bidders must have been in business in Hillsborough County for two years, possess all necessary state and local permits, and have no recent regulatory violations. The procurement anticipates an estimated 2,000 tons of debris over the initial two-year contract term, with potential for three additional one-year renewals. Pricing will be established on a per-ton basis, and the facility will be responsible for sorting materials, capturing recoverable resources, and providing monthly certified weight tickets. The bid is scheduled to be opened on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at 2:30 pm, with bidders required to submit references, facility documentation, and comprehensive compliance information.

The City of Tampa has implemented robust diversity and small business participation requirements for this procurement, emphasizing opportunities for Women and Minority Business Enterprises (WMBE) and Small Local Business Enterprises (SLBE). The solicitation includes potential bid discounts of 5% for U-WMBEs (up to $20,000) and SLBEs (up to $10,000), with specific provisions encouraging participation from Black-owned, Hispanic-owned, Women-owned, Asian-owned, and Native American-owned firms. Vendors must complete several mandatory forms, including the MBD-40 Letter of Intent and MBD-30 Payments form, demonstrating their commitment to diverse business participation. The estimated contract value is $150,000, with an annual budget of $75,000, and bidders must comply with extensive regulatory requirements outlined in the Affidavit of Compliance. This includes verifying work authorization through E-Verify, attesting to no public entity crimes, and confirming they are not associated with specified foreign countries of concern. The procurement process emphasizes transparency, equal opportunity, and strict adherence to local, state, and federal regulations.