Elevator & Escalator Replacement, RJS

The Tampa Sports Authority is requesting proposals for the replacement of all elevators and escalators at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida under RFP 25-17, with proposals due September 22, 2026 and a mandatory pre-proposal meeting on September 9, 2026. SBE and Veteran Owned Business participation is weighted at 10 points on the shortlist evaluation, with up to 5 bonus points available for certification.

The scope comprises removal and modernization of twenty existing escalators and ten existing elevators that have exceeded the 20–25 year industry lifecycle standard. All escalators must be reversible with a minimum of two flat steps at the top and bottom; east and west club escalators must operate in tandem. All elevators must include modernized push buttons, car position indicators, lighting, key-switch floor lockoff capabilities integrated with the existing access control system, and retention of existing cladding and cab interiors where possible. The contractor is responsible for all permitting, inspections, and associated building work including potential lighting, emergency power operations, disconnects, and HVAC upgrades in machine rooms. F.O.B. pricing is required, quoted to Tampa, Florida, with all applicable federal, state, and local taxes excluded.

The shortlist evaluation weights Quality and Experience (30 points), Technical Approach (20 points), Price Proposal and Value (30 points), Schedule and Timeline (10 points), and SBE/Veteran Owned Business participation (10 points). Final interview scoring comprises Experience and Qualifications (40 points), Financial Proposal (40 points), and Interview Responsiveness (20 points). A bid bond equal to 5 percent of the proposal amount is required; the selected contractor must furnish performance and payment bonds equal to 100 percent of the contract sum, maintain Commercial General Liability Insurance of $1 million combined single limit and Professional Liability Insurance of $1 million, and provide Workers' Compensation per Florida statute.

The contract extends through certificate of occupancy upon project completion. Schindler Elevator Corporation has maintained the existing equipment since 1998 and will remain under that maintenance contract until removal begins. Liquidated damages are $1,500 per calendar day for failure to achieve substantial completion and $750 per calendar day for failure to achieve final completion. Written questions are due September 16, 2026 by 10:00 AM. Shortlist notifications occur October 8, 2026, with presentations and interviews October 14–15 and final ranking October 20, 2026. Contract award is anticipated following Finance Committee approval on October 27, 2026 and Board approval on November 3, 2026.