Fuel Polishing Equipment

The City of Tampa's Wastewater Department is seeking to procure a single unit of fuel polishing equipment through Request for Proposals (RFQ) 26-P-00127. The equipment must be delivered to the department's warehouse located at 2700 Maritime Blvd, Tampa, FL 33605 between 7:00 AM and 3:00 PM. Specific technical requirements include a steel and aluminum chassis with Brite Tread, a maximum lift height of 15 feet, and a working pressure of 40 PSI for fuel. The equipment must feature a positive displacement pump with internal bypass, capable of a maximum flow rate of 1,320 gallons per hour, and include a two-gallon water trap. Power specifications call for 115/230V single-phase, 50/60Hz operation with a 3/4 horsepower TEFC motor. Proposals must be electronically submitted through the OpenGov solicitation distribution system, with quote prices required to remain firm for a minimum of sixty days. The due date for submissions is January 23, 2026, with an expectation that quotes include comprehensive specifications and confirm FOB shipping costs.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises were mentioned in the procurement documents. The contract appears to be a one-time purchase with no renewal options, and the City reserves the right to award by line item or aggregate total, with the ability to reject any or all quotes. While no specific award value was disclosed, the procurement is for a single unit of specialized fuel polishing equipment. Potential vendors must comply with City of Tampa codes and ordinances, including insurance requirements, non-discrimination provisions, E-Verify employment verification, and Florida Public Records Law. Payment will be processed approximately 30 days after receipt and acceptance of materials, correct invoices, and required documentation. The equipment must meet precise technical specifications, including specific dimensional requirements (30 inches wide, 37 inches deep, 50 inches overall height), and include specialized components such as Cam-Loc inlets and outlets, a liquid-filled vacuum gauge, bag sludge filters, and a military-type micro-glass water coalescer.