Pentair EQ Series Commercial Plastic Pumps with Motors

The City of Tampa Parks & Recreation Department is seeking to procure four Pentair EQ Series Commercial Plastic Pumps with Motors through Invitation to Bid (ITB) No. 25-P-00133. The specific procurement is for the EQK-1000 model, which is a 10 HP, 3-Phase, 208-230/460 Volt self-priming pump with a 6 x 4 inch port size. No product substitutions will be permitted, and the department has standardized this pump for its pool pump infrastructure. Sealed bids will be received electronically through the OpenGov eProcurement Portal until 2:30 pm on Friday, March 14, 2025. The contract period will span one year from the award date, with potential renewal options for two additional one-year periods. Evaluation criteria will focus on the lowest responsive and responsible bid, with the City reserving the right to award by aggregate total or line items. Pricing will remain firm for the first year, with potential future price adjustments tied to the Consumer Price Index.

The procurement includes significant set-aside and diversity provisions, offering bid discounts for City-certified Small Local Business Enterprises (SLBE) and Underutilized Woman and Minority Owned Business Enterprises (U-WMBE). Discounts can reach up to $10,000 for SLBEs and $20,000 for U-WMBEs, with preferences solicited from Black-Owned, Hispanic-Owned, Women-Owned, Asian-Owned, and Native American-Owned firms. The estimated contract value is approximately $30,000, with potential procurement of 1-10 pump units. Bidders must provide comprehensive documentation, including manufacturer's literature, parts lists, and repair manuals. The City has prepared a certified contact list of 22 potential vendors representing diverse business categories, and will require prime contractors to complete detailed documentation such as the MBD-30 Sub-Contractors Payment Form and MBD-40 Letter of Intent to demonstrate compliance with equal business opportunity guidelines. Successful vendors must be prepared to provide detailed subcontractor information and adhere to strict reporting requirements.