Seal, Neoprene Firm C/C Sponge

The City of Tampa, Florida, Purchasing Department has issued Request for Quotes (RFQ) 26-P-00133 for the procurement of neoprene firm closed-cell (C/C) sponge seals for use by various city departments. The specific deliverable consists of 12 units of Seal, Neoprene Firm C/C Sponge measuring 1/2 X 6 X 11-1/2 feet with adhesive backing. All quotes must be submitted electronically through the OpenGov solicitation distribution system by March 2, 2026, with the solicitation having been posted on February 16, 2026. The City will evaluate bids to determine the lowest responsive, responsible bidder and reserves the right to award by division, line item, or aggregate total, with a preference for aggregate award only if all items are quoted. All items must be shipped Freight On Board (FOB) Destination with delivery required within the timeframe specified in technical specifications, and all shipping, handling, and freight charges must be included in the quoted price. Bid prices must be firm and cannot be amended after the opening date and time. The contract term is set for one year, with payment to be made approximately 30 days after receipt and acceptance of materials, correct invoices, and normal processing time, subject to the Florida Prompt Payment Act.

Bidders must comply with all applicable federal and state laws, the City's Ethics Code, non-discrimination requirements, and maintain Commercial General Liability insurance with minimum limits of $1 million per occurrence for agreements valued at $2 million or less. The solicitation does not specify set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations eligible to respond, nor does it indicate any incumbent vendors or current contractors. No minimum purchase quantities are guaranteed, and the City reserves the right to increase or decrease quantities without penalty. The procurement documents do not specify an award value or budget range for this solicitation. No site visits, bidders' conferences, or specific response dates for questions are mentioned in the available documentation. Vendors interested in this opportunity should ensure they can meet the delivery and insurance requirements while maintaining compliance with all City of Tampa procurement regulations and the Florida Prompt Payment Act.