Precast Concrete Thrust Blocks

The City of Tampa Purchasing Department, operating under Hillsborough County jurisdiction in Florida, is soliciting quotes for precast concrete thrust blocks through a Request for Quotes (RFQ) mechanism with a posted date of April 14, 2026, and a closing deadline of May 5, 2026. The procurement seeks forty units of precast concrete thrust blocks designed for fire hydrants and fittings of 8 inches or smaller, subject to city engineer approval. The technical specifications require reinforcing using standard 60 KSI deformed bars with concrete strength of f'c=3000 PSI, with dimensions of 42 inches length, 24 inches width, and 8 inches height, featuring #4 reinforcing bars spaced 6 inches on center on the back face and lifting rings. All materials must be delivered Freight on Board (FOB) Destination within ten days after receipt of order to the specified location, with all shipping, handling, and freight charges included in the quoted price. The City reserves discretion to adjust quantities, reject any or all quotes, cancel the solicitation if funds become unavailable, and award by division, line item, or aggregate total. Vendors must provide proof of insurance prior to award, comply with Florida Public Records Law, utilize the E-Verify system for employee verification, and adhere to the City of Tampa Ethics Code and non-discrimination requirements, with bid prices required to be firm and quoted on all items for consideration.

The solicitation includes a Small Local Business Enterprise (SLBE) certified companies directory identifying two qualified vendors capable of supplying precast concrete thrust blocks: MBattle Construction LLC, an African American male-owned general contracting firm based in Safety Harbor, Florida with SLBE certification expiring August 2, 2027, and SAT Industrial Supplies & Solutions LLC, a Hispanic American female-owned supplier based in Lutz, Florida with SLBE certification expiring August 28, 2026. MBattle Construction specializes in underground excavation and service line work with extensive commodity codes related to precast concrete products and utility construction services, positioning it as a primary resource for thrust block procurement. Subcontracting is permitted only with written City consent, with the awardee required to perform at least fifty-one percent of work with its own forces. Award will be made via City of Tampa Purchase Order with a one-year contract period, with full payment made approximately thirty days after receipt and acceptance of materials and correct invoices. No specific budget range or award value is disclosed in the procurement documents; however, the solicitation applies to various departments within the jurisdiction, suggesting potential for expanded quantities or continued procurement relationships beyond the initial forty-unit order.