Intent to Single Source to MPC Buoy Ultrasonic Algae Control and Monitoring System

The City of Tampa is issuing an Intent to Single Source (ISS) procurement for the MPC Buoy Ultrasonic Algae Control and Monitoring System to support operations at the David L. Tippin Water Treatment Facility. This procurement is being conducted by the City of Tampa Procurement Department, with Eryn Berg, Certified Procurement Analyst, serving as the primary contact. The goods and services being procured include the MPC Buoy Ultrasonic Algae Control and Monitoring System, which is currently utilized at the facility for monitoring and adjusting water treatment operations as needed. Prospective vendors must be authorized manufacturer distributors or dealers for the system and must be capable of quoting the product and providing comprehensive warranty service, maintenance, and repairs. The procurement requires that only OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) parts and service be accepted to ensure proper system compatibility and operational integrity. The solicitation was posted on April 10, 2026, with a response due date of April 16, 2026. Interested vendors must respond affirmatively to the solicitation and provide documentation confirming their authorized vendor status for the MPC Buoy Ultrasonic Algae Control and Monitoring System.

The LG Sonic US, LLC currently serves as the existing provider of the MPC Buoy Ultrasonic Algae Control and Monitoring System for the facility, and the single-source procurement is justified based on the City's ongoing use of this specific system and the necessity for authorized vendor status to ensure proper service delivery and parts compatibility. No specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises or other restrictions on bidder eligibility have been identified in the procurement documentation. The solicitation does not specify pricing terms, contract duration, renewal options, or anticipated award values, leaving these details to be determined through direct negotiation with the selected vendor. Additional information and submission instructions are available through the City of Tampa's online supplier portal at https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cityoftampa. Prospective vendors should act promptly given the compressed timeline between the posting date and the April 16, 2026 response deadline.