Enclosures for Solid Waste Dumpsters and Carts

The City of Tampa in Hillsborough County, Florida, is soliciting bids for a contract to design, manufacture, and deliver garbage container enclosures for the downtown area, with bid number 25-P-00382. The procurement seeks two primary enclosure types: dumpster enclosures capable of housing two 4-yard front-end load containers and cart enclosures designed to hold one to four 95-gallon carts. Vendors must provide comprehensive proposals including detailed design specifications, material details, access control technology descriptions, maintenance protocols, production timelines, and itemized cost breakdowns. The technical requirements mandate enclosures with three solid sides, a solid top, lockable doors, and hardware for secure surface attachment, with the goal of enhancing urban cleanliness, reducing visual clutter, and improving pedestrian experiences. Qualified contractors must demonstrate expertise in public space design, utilize durable and corrosion-resistant materials, and ensure compatibility with existing waste management infrastructure. The bid is scheduled to open on Friday, October 31, 2025, with a contract period of one year and potential for one additional one-year renewal. Evaluation will focus on the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, considering factors such as design quality, technical specifications, and urban aesthetic compatibility.

The procurement includes provisions for Small Local Business Enterprise (SLBE) participation, with the City of Tampa's Equal Business Opportunity Program actively encouraging diverse business involvement. Contractors must complete specific documentation, including the DMI-40 Form (Letter of Intent) and DMI-30 Form (Payment Tracking), to verify subcontractor engagement and payment compliance. The solicitation suggests potential bid discounts for SLBE participation and requires prime contractors to document their intent to utilize small local business subcontractors. While a specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the initial project estimate is $25,000.00, with pricing to remain firm for the first year and potential subsequent adjustments based on the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U). The city reserves the right to award the bid by aggregate total and will require successful vendors to comply with non-discrimination policies, public records laws, and scrutinized companies provisions. Interested vendors must submit comprehensive portfolios demonstrating experience with similar urban waste enclosure projects and the capability to meet the city's stringent design, safety, and aesthetic requirements.