McKay Bay Expansion Joint 111226BB

The City of Tampa's Solid Waste & Environmental Program Management division is soliciting quotes for two Parker-Hannifin EPS RM/Dynex series Viton expansion joints for its WTE Facility, with quotes due November 20, 2026. No substitutions are permitted because the equipment is OEM, so the specified Parker-Hannifin product is the only eligible offering.

The units are 5-1/2 inches wide by 21 feet long, with Viton material rated to 400 degrees Fahrenheit, a 1/4-inch thickness, and two-ply fiberglass-reinforced cloth construction. They are unpunched and open-ended for band fitting to duct and install between the spray dryer absorber cone and the bin activator at 107 North 34th Street, Tampa, Florida. Bidders must have been in business for a minimum of five years.

Compliance requirements are substantial. The awardee must verify employment eligibility for all employees and subcontractors through E-Verify and perform at least 51 percent of the work with its own forces, with any subcontracting requiring written City consent. Personnel delivering to the Port of Tampa must obtain a Port Access Badge at the awardee's expense, including photo identification and a background check with fingerprinting. Vendors must submit proof of insurance before award regardless of dollar amount. Materials must be delivered Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., following shipping signs after gate entry approval.

Pricing must include shipping, handling, and freight on an FOB Destination basis. Quote prices are firm for a minimum of 60 days, and lead time is the manufacturer's standard after order receipt. Payment is made approximately 30 days after acceptance of materials, correct invoices, and required subcontractor payment forms. Quotes must be submitted electronically through the OpenGov system only. Bidders claiming public records exemptions must submit a redacted copy with specific statutory citations and agree to indemnify and defend the City.