Door Hardware and Locks

The City of Tampa, Florida, issued Request for Quotes (RFQ) solicitation 26-P-00144 on behalf of Hillsborough County for the procurement of door hardware and locks for use by various city departments. This solicitation encompasses eleven line items featuring various padlocks with specific master key configurations and keying arrangements, with quantities ranging from single units to 480 units per line item. All materials must be shipped freight prepaid to the specified delivery location and delivered within timeframes stated in the technical specifications. Bidders must submit all pricing on a firm, non-amendable basis, with all shipping, handling, and freight charges included in quoted prices. The City reserves the right to award by division, line item, or aggregate total to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder. Quotes must be submitted electronically through the OpenGov solicitation distribution system by the February 10, 2026 deadline, with award made by City of Tampa Purchase Order for a one-year period. The City retains the right to increase or decrease quantities without penalty and will make payment approximately 30 days after receipt and acceptance of materials and correct invoices.

Bidders must comply with all applicable federal and state laws, including the Florida Prompt Payment Act, E-Verify employment verification, and comprehensive insurance requirements, including commercial general liability insurance with minimum limits of $1 million per occurrence, workers' compensation insurance as required by Florida law, and automobile liability insurance. Bidders must also demonstrate compliance with the City's Ethics Code, non-discrimination provisions, and Florida Public Records Law, with all bid submissions becoming property of the City upon receipt. The solicitation document references a potential small local business enterprise (SLBE) set-aside; however, specific details regarding set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations are not clearly legible in the available documentation. No incumbent vendor information, existing infrastructure requirements, or specific budget ranges are discernible from the provided solicitation materials. Interested bidders should consult the complete RFQ documentation and technical specifications for comprehensive details regarding product specifications, performance requirements, and any additional compliance or qualification standards.