Miscellaneous Mechanical Maintenance Services for AWTP (Bid Discount)

The City of Tampa's Wastewater Department is seeking Miscellaneous Mechanical Maintenance Services for the Howard F. Curren Advanced Wastewater Treatment Plant (AWTP) and various Wastewater Department Pumping Stations through Invitation to Bid (ITB) Number 25-P-00220. The procurement is a time and material contract for mechanical maintenance services including piping work (stainless, ductile, cast iron, HDPE, and steel), structural fabrication, rigging, precision alignments, and motor/valve connections and disconnections. Bidders must have a minimum of three years of relevant experience, operate facilities in Hillsborough County or adjacent counties, and provide comprehensive documentation including hourly rates, references, employee qualifications, equipment lists, and safety documentation. A mandatory pre-bid meeting and site inspection is scheduled for May 6, 2025, at 2700 Maritime Blvd., Tampa, FL, with bids due by 3:00 pm on May 16, 2025. The contract term is three years with potential renewal for an additional two years, and work will be performed on an as-needed basis, typically involving small jobs lasting one to seven days.

The solicitation includes significant provisions for minority and small business participation, offering a 5% bid discount for City-certified Small Local Business Enterprises (SLBEs) and underutilized Women and Minority Business Enterprises (WMBEs), with discounts not exceeding $20,000 and $10,000 respectively. Preference will be given to Black-Owned, Asian-Owned, and Native American-Owned firms, with a focus on businesses in the non-professional services industry category. A certified contact list includes six minority-owned and SLBE firms, demonstrating a commitment to diverse business participation. The estimated contract budget is $900,000, with hourly rates specified for various trades including foremen, certified welders, pipe fitters, riggers, maintenance mechanics, helpers, painters, and electricians. The contract includes provisions for overtime work, equipment rental, and markup percentages for replacement parts, with the City reserving the right to adjust quantities and cancel or reject bids as needed.