MSA Replacement Gas Sensor Modules

The City of Tampa, Solid Waste & Environmental Program Management division, issued Request for Quotes (RFQ) 26-P-00290 seeking replacement of MSA gas sensor modules for the state of Florida, specifically within Hillsborough County jurisdiction. The procurement requires two units of MSA 5200-28-IT-AL Point IR Gas Detectors for Combustible Gas Detection and one unit of MSA 5100-28-IT-A1-01-0-1-C Sensor Assembly. All materials must be delivered Freight On Board (FOB) Destination with shipping, handling, and freight charges included in the quoted price, and delivery must occur within the timeframe specified in the Technical Specifications section. Quote prices must remain valid for a minimum of sixty days from submission, and all vendors are required to submit proof of insurance prior to award and comply with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's E-Verify system for employment eligibility verification. Quotes were due by May 13, 2026, with submission required electronically through the OpenGov solicitation distribution system. The City reserves the right to award by division, line item, or aggregate total, and to increase, decrease, add, or delete items as deemed in its best interest; to be considered the lowest responsive and responsible bidder by aggregate total, bidders must quote on all items in the solicitation.

The procurement documentation includes reference to a Women and Minority Business Enterprise (WMBE) and Small Local Business Enterprise (SLBE) Certified Companies Directory, indicating that eligible certified vendors may have priority consideration. The documentation identifies SAT Industrial Supplies & Solutions LLC, a Tampa SLBE-certified Hispanic American woman-owned business located in Lutz, Florida (Hillsborough County), as a qualified vendor with extensive capabilities in safety equipment, public safety and tactical equipment, and related commodities; the company's SLBE certification was valid through August 28, 2026. Payment will be made approximately 30 days after receipt and acceptance of materials, correct invoices, and required subcontractor documentation, subject to compliance with the Florida Prompt Payment Act. A tax exemption certificate valid through 2027 is available for the procurement, which may reduce overall project costs by enabling tax-exempt purchasing on eligible items. The City does not obligate itself to purchase any minimum or maximum quantities and reserves the right to cancel or reject any or all quotes if funds become unavailable; specific award values or budget ranges are not disclosed in the available documentation.