Intent to Single Source for Mister Boardwalk Roll-Out Boardwalk

The City of Tampa's Parks & Recreation department is pursuing a single-source procurement for a specialized Mister Boardwalk Roll-Out Boardwalk system, identified by solicitation number 25-P-00277. The procurement targets a unique boardwalk solution from MR Industries LLC, featuring a proprietary roll-out design that offers rapid deployment, flexibility, and exceptional durability. The specific requirement includes 130 sections of a 60-wide x 5' long x 5/4' high walkway in Teak/Ipe material, totaling 650 linear feet, with connecting holes and bolts. Vendor qualifications include comprehensive insurance coverage, including Commercial General Liability, Automobile Liability, Worker's Compensation, Cyber Liability, and Installation Floater coverage. The insurance requirements vary based on contract value, with minimum limits ranging from $500,000 to $2 million. The solicitation was posted on June 9, 2025, with a due date of June 12, 2025, requiring vendors to demonstrate authorized vendor status and upload supporting documentation. Evaluation will focus on the vendor's ability to meet stringent technical specifications and insurance requirements.

The procurement appears to be open to all qualified vendors, with no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises mentioned in the documentation. MR Industries LLC is positioned as the sole source for these boardwalks, emphasizing their exclusive manufacturing rights and unique product design. The total quoted value for the boardwalk system is $58,357.09, which includes a merchandise total of $53,867.44 and shipping costs of $4,489.65. The pricing incorporates two discounts: a 5% government discount and a 5% volume discount for commercial orders between 100-999 pieces. The per-unit price for walkway sections is $454.85, with connectors priced at $5.00 each. The boardwalk system is specifically designed for versatile applications including beach access, parks, trails, and commercial pathways, with the product being customizable to meet various environmental and functional requirements. The procurement covers Hillsborough County, Florida, with MR Industries LLC headquartered in Arkansas City, Kansas.