Roadway materials (prime and tack coats)

The City of Tampa's Mobility Department is seeking bids for Roadway Materials (Prime and Tack Coats) through Invitation to Bid (ITB) No. 25-P-00001, which is divided into two distinct divisions. Division I focuses on materials only, requesting 20,000 gallons of emulsified asphalt (Grades SS-1 & SS1H), 5,000 gallons of cutback asphalt (Grade RC-70), 5,000 gallons of P-MS emulsion, and 5,000 gallons of undiluted emulsified asphalt. Division II covers 50,000 gallons of trackless tack and 50 trip fees for mobilization, with materials to be loaded into City trucks within a 15-mile radius of 2555 E Hanna Avenue, Tampa. The bid specifications are based on Florida Department of Transportation Standard Specifications, with pricing per gallon and a minimum overall charge of $750 for tacking projects. The solicitation requires vendors to provide roadway materials with specific technical requirements, ensuring quality and compliance with local standards. The bid is scheduled to be opened on Friday, November 29, 2024, with a proposed contract period of three years and an option to renew for an additional two years.

The City of Tampa has implemented robust diversity and inclusion initiatives for this procurement, offering bid discounts for certified Small Local Business Enterprise (SLBE) and Underutilized Woman and Minority Owned Business Enterprise (U-WMBE) participants. SLBEs can receive a 5% discount up to $10,000, while U-WMBEs can receive a discount up to $20,000. Vendors must comply with detailed insurance requirements, including Commercial General Liability, Automobile Liability, and Worker's Compensation, with specific coverage limits. The procurement process includes mandatory documentation such as the MBD-30 Payments Form, MBD-40 Letter of Intent, and MBD-50 Good Faith Effort Compliance Plan to ensure meaningful participation of disadvantaged businesses. While no specific total contract value is listed, the comprehensive solicitation suggests a significant procurement opportunity for roadway material suppliers. Vendors must demonstrate compliance with the City's Diversity Management Initiative and provide comprehensive documentation of subcontractor payments and business ownership details.