T- Handle Fiberglass Probe Rod

The City of Tampa's Purchasing Department is seeking procurement of 170 T-Handle Fiberglass Probe Rods through RFP Number 26-P-00081, targeting various city departments. The specific procurement involves fiberglass probe rods measuring 48 inches in length, equipped with T-handles and metal tips. Submission of quotes must be completed electronically through the OpenGov solicitation distribution system, with a strict deadline that does not allow post-submission modifications. The contract period will span one year from the award date, with pricing requirements mandating firm, fixed quotes that include all shipping, handling, and freight charges. Delivery will be managed on a Freight On Board (FOB) Destination basis, with the City reserving the right to award by line item, division, or aggregate total and maintaining flexibility to adjust quantities without penalty. The primary contact for this procurement is Missy Campagnano, Inventory Specialist, located at 2555 E Hannah Avenue, Tampa, FL 33610.

Bidders must demonstrate compliance with comprehensive legal and regulatory requirements, including federal and state laws, City of Tampa ordinances, and specific insurance standards requiring $1 million per occurrence and $2 million general aggregate Commercial General Liability coverage. While the procurement documents reference "NO_SLBE" in a filename, suggesting no specific Small Local Business Enterprise set-aside, vendors must adhere to non-discrimination provisions and ethics regulations. The City will process payment within approximately 30 days following material receipt, acceptance, and correct invoicing, in alignment with Florida's Prompt Payment Act. All submitted proposals become the property of the City of Tampa and will not be returned. Though specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the procurement appears focused on standardized equipment acquisition with potential for flexible ordering quantities. Vendors should be prepared to provide comprehensive documentation demonstrating their capability to meet the technical specifications and contractual requirements for these specialized probe rods.