Repower of the Boston Whaler (REBID)

The City of Tampa, located in Hillsborough County, Florida, is seeking a vendor to repower a Boston Whaler for the Police Department through an Invitation to Bid (ITB No. 25-P-00206). The procurement specifically requires the supply, delivery, and installation of marine equipment, including two Yamaha 250 horsepower outboard motors, a Yamaha Command Link Plus CL7 Touchscreen Display, custom starboard, control box, key switch, boat harnesses, command link kit, saltwater series propellers, and isolator charge leads. Vendors must be factory-authorized dealers with factory-authorized installers and provide comprehensive warranty information. The bid is due electronically through the OpenGov eProcurement Portal by 3:00 pm on May 2, 2025, with an initial award period of one year and potential for two additional one-year renewals. Bidders are required to include all labor, transportation, and installation costs in their pricing, with a maximum 10% markup on parts. The City will be responsible for transporting the vessel to and from the repair facility, and used motors must be returned upon completion of the project.

The solicitation includes significant emphasis on minority and women-owned business enterprise (WMBE) participation, with detailed procurement guidelines that categorize business enterprises by ownership demographics, including Black, Hispanic, Asian, Native American, and Woman-owned businesses. Vendors must complete specific forms such as the MBD-40 Letter of Intent and MBD-30 Subcontractors Payment Form to document diversity compliance. The bid requires extensive insurance coverage, including commercial general liability, automobile liability, worker's compensation, and excess liability. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the comprehensive technical requirements suggest a substantial procurement investment. Vendors must also comply with various federal requirements, including provisions related to lobbying, labor practices, and criminal history screening. The procurement supports the City of Tampa's Equal Business Opportunity Program, which aims to promote diversity and opportunity in municipal contracting by facilitating the inclusion of Women-Owned/Minority-Owned Business Enterprises and Small Local Business Enterprises.