Hooks and Shackles

The City of Tampa, Florida Purchasing Department, on behalf of Hillsborough County, is issuing Request for Quotes (RFQ) 26-P-00214 for the procurement of hooks, shackles, and related lifting and securing hardware for use across various city and county departments. The solicitation encompasses 20 line items including screw pin anchor shackles in multiple sizes (1/4 inch to 3/4 inch) in both stainless steel and galvanized finishes, clevis slip and grab hooks in grades 40, 70, and 80, tie-down straps of various lengths, 316 stainless steel chain, roller chain components, and nylon slings with quantities ranging from 2 to 400 units per line item. All quotes must be submitted electronically through the OpenGov solicitation distribution system, and bidders are required to quote on all items to be considered for aggregate award consideration. Pricing must be submitted on a firm, fixed basis that cannot be amended after the quote opening date, with all shipping, handling, and freight charges included on a Freight On Board (Destination) basis and delivery required within ten days of order receipt. The contract will be awarded for a one-year period, and the City reserves the right to award by division, line item, or aggregate total, as well as to increase or decrease quantities without penalty. The solicitation was posted on March 18, 2026, with a due date of April 15, 2026.

There is no specific set-aside designation identified for this procurement, though the specification document references a "NO_SLBE" designation, which may indicate the solicitation is not restricted to Small Local Business Enterprises. Prospective vendors must comply with all applicable federal and state laws, City of Tampa ordinances, Florida's Public Records Law, and non-discrimination requirements, and must provide proof of insurance prior to award. No specific incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the solicitation documents. Full payment will be made approximately 30 days after receipt of materials, acceptance, and correct invoicing, though no specific funding amount or budget range is disclosed in the available RFQ documentation. The City estimates the quantities listed but does not commit to minimum or maximum purchases, providing flexibility in contract performance based on departmental needs.