Dry Cell Batteries

The City of Tampa's Purchasing Department has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) solicitation numbered 26-P-00084 for dry cell batteries to be utilized across various city departments. The procurement seeks quotes for seven specific line items, including alkaline batteries in AAA, AA, C, D, and 9-volt sizes, 6-volt spring terminal batteries, and CR-2032 lithium batteries, with a total estimated quantity of approximately 12,396 units. Vendors must submit electronic quotes through the OpenGov solicitation distribution system by January 22, 2026, with pricing required on a per-unit basis and all shipping, handling, and freight charges included in the quote price. Delivery will be on an FOB Destination basis, and the contract award period is set for one year. The City reserves the right to award by division, line item, or aggregate total, with bidders required to quote on all items to be considered for an aggregate award. Payment will be processed within approximately 30 days of receipt and acceptance of materials and correct invoicing.

No specific small business set-asides or disadvantaged enterprise provisions are identified in the solicitation. Vendors must comply with all applicable federal and state laws, adhere to the City's ethics code and non-discrimination requirements, maintain required insurance coverage, and utilize the E-Verify system for employee verification. The solicitation does not provide details about incumbent vendors or specific budget ranges for the contract. No formal bidder's conference or site visit is mentioned in the documentation. Vendors will be evaluated based on their ability to meet the specified battery requirements, provide competitive pricing, and demonstrate compliance with all municipal procurement regulations. The contract will be awarded via a City of Tampa Purchase Order, with the primary objective of securing a reliable supply of dry cell batteries for various municipal department operations.