Inventory Discharge Hoses

The City of Tampa, located in Hillsborough County, Florida, is soliciting proposals for Inventory Discharge Hoses under solicitation number 26-P-00102, seeking to procure hose assemblies for various city departments. The procurement includes four specific line items: twelve 4-inch by 100-foot hose assemblies with male and female cams, four 6-inch by 100-foot assemblies with male and female cams, six 4-inch by 50-foot assemblies, and four 6-inch by 50-foot assemblies. Proposals must be submitted electronically through the OpenGov solicitation distribution system by January 28, 2026. The contract will be awarded for a one-year period, with the city reserving the right to award by division, line item, or aggregate total. To be considered for the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, vendors must quote on all items within the solicitation. Bid prices will be firm and not subject to amendment after the opening date, with all shipping, handling, and freight charges included in the quote price. Delivery must occur within the specified number of days after receipt of order as detailed in the technical specifications.

While the solicitation is noted as "NOT_SLBE_ONLY," indicating it is open to all vendors, the accompanying vendor directory highlights SAT Industrial Supplies & Solutions LLC, a certified Small Local Business Enterprise (SLBE) and Women/Minority Business Enterprise (WMBE) vendor based in Lutz, Florida. The city reserves the right to reject any and all quotes, cancel the solicitation, or waive irregularities. Successful bidders must comply with various legal requirements, including E-Verify, Florida Public Records Law, and the City of Tampa Code of Ordinances. Insurance requirements are comprehensive, mandating Commercial General Liability of at least $1 million per occurrence, Automobile Liability, and Workers' Compensation insurance. Payment will be processed approximately 30 days after receipt and acceptance of materials, subject to the Florida Prompt Payment Act. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the solicitation covers multiple hose assembly configurations, suggesting a potential contract value that would accommodate the city's departmental needs for discharge hoses.