Intent to Single Source – Sulzer/ABS Pumps and Parts and Service

The City of Tampa Wastewater Department is pursuing a single-source procurement for authorized service, parts, and repairs specifically related to Sulzer/ABS Pump products. This procurement opportunity, identified by the contract ID 685ee7a9453e55f5fa0694a0, is focused on obtaining specialized maintenance and replacement components for municipal wastewater infrastructure. The solicitation targets direct procurement of pump-related services and replacement parts from an authorized vendor, indicating a highly specific technical requirement. The opportunity is located within Hillsborough County, Florida, and involves critical municipal infrastructure maintenance. The procurement is currently posted as of February 18, 2025, with a response deadline of November 1, 2024, providing potential vendors with an extensive window for proposal preparation and submission.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the available documentation, the single-source nature suggests a narrowly defined procurement with specific vendor qualifications. The procurement appears to be limited to vendors with direct authorization from Sulzer/ABS for pump product services and parts, which may inherently restrict competitive bidding. No specific incumbent vendors are mentioned, though the technical specificity implies a potential existing relationship with a specific service provider. The solicitation does not provide explicit budget ranges or award values, which is typical for highly specialized municipal infrastructure maintenance contracts. The procurement is specifically scoped to support the City of Tampa Wastewater Department's operational requirements, focusing on maintaining critical water management infrastructure through targeted pump service and parts acquisition.