Metal Culvert Pipe

Hillsborough County is seeking competitive sealed bids for a metal culvert pipe procurement through Invitation to Bid (ITB-26-00071), targeting experienced and qualified suppliers to provide metal culvert pipes on an as-needed basis. The procurement will follow Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction, specifically Sections 945 and 449, with materials to be delivered within 14 days of purchase order receipt to primary locations in Dover, Tampa, and Riverview, Florida. Bidders must submit proposals electronically through the County's Euna Procurement system by January 13, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST, with award going to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all specifications. Suppliers must provide certified heat and mill analysis certifications with materials, ensure compliance with OSHA requirements, and submit unit pricing inclusive of shipping costs. Evaluation will focus on conformance to technical specifications, pricing, and ability to meet delivery timelines, with all materials requiring documentation proving adherence to FDOT standards for aluminum pipe, pipe arch, and structural plate specifications.

The contract is non-exclusive, with no guaranteed minimum purchase quantities, though potential requirements may exceed initial estimates during the three-year contract term. No specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises were explicitly mentioned in the documentation. The project has an estimated budget of $1,190,000.00, with pricing subject to annual adjustments based on the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U). Notably, no insurance or bid bonds are required for this procurement, and the Cone of Silence procurement policy will be in effect. Vendors must complete supplementary documentation including a Drug-Free Workplace Form, Direct Deposit Authorization, and a Substitute W-9 Form to be considered eligible. Questions regarding specifications must be submitted through the Euna Procurement messaging system no later than 14 calendar days after solicitation issuance, with all material deliveries expected to conform to specified technical requirements.