Rainsuits

The City of Tampa, Florida, located in Hillsborough County, is soliciting proposals for a comprehensive rainsuit procurement under RFP number 26-P-00075. The solicitation seeks rain apparel for various city departments, including 21 line items totaling approximately 430 individual pieces and sets. Specific items include lime green Class 3 rain jackets in sizes ranging from small to 5XL, high-visibility Class E 150D rain pants in multiple sizes, and complete rainsuits from RiverCity and Classic Series brands. All quotes must be submitted electronically through the OpenGov solicitation distribution system by December 29, 2025. The contract will be awarded for a one-year period, with the City reserving the right to award by division, line item, or aggregate total. Bidders must provide firm pricing for all items and cannot amend bid prices after opening, with materials to be shipped FOB Destination within the specified technical specification timeframes.

The procurement appears to be a standard competitive bid without specific small business or disadvantaged enterprise set-asides. Contractors must comply with several key requirements, including E-Verify employment verification, public records disclosure under Florida Statutes Chapter 119, and non-discrimination provisions. Insurance requirements are comprehensive, mandating Commercial General Liability of $1M per occurrence, Automobile Liability of $500,000 to $1M depending on contract value, and Workers' Compensation as required by Florida law. Successful vendors must adhere to the City of Tampa Ethics Code and municipal ordinances. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the solicitation covers approximately 430 pieces of rain gear across multiple departments. Payment terms indicate vendors will receive compensation within approximately 30 days of material receipt and invoice acceptance, following the Florida Prompt Payment Act guidelines.