Utility Van, Tampa Sports Authority

The Tampa Sports Authority (TSA) is seeking to procure a single 2025 utility van through a competitive bid process, with proposals due on January 20, 2026, by 10:00 AM. The solicitation requires a utility van with specific technical specifications, including a 3.5L engine, automatic transmission, white paint, and standard bucket seats. Mandatory equipment for the van includes tow/haul mode with trailer wiring, trailer brake controller, full-size spare tire, power-adjusting mirrors, daytime running lamps, rear compartment lighting, all-weather floor mats, heavy-duty load floor protection, cargo tie-down hooks, multi-level fixed shelving, center console, D-pillar assist handles, 400W onboard power outlets, backup alarm, and a ladder rack. Bids can be submitted electronically to bids@tampasportsauthority.com or hand-delivered to Raymond James Stadium in Tampa. The evaluation criteria will consider price, conformity to specifications, financial ability, previous performance, facilities and equipment, availability of repair parts, experience, delivery promise, and payment terms. The final day for submitting questions is January 14, 2026, at 10:00 AM, with the van delivery scheduled for April 3, 2026, between 7:00 AM and 3:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time.

The bid opportunity includes several preference provisions for potential bidders, with tie-breaking priorities given to vendors with a Drug-Free Workplace Statement, Service-Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise registrants, Minority or Small Business Enterprise registrants, and businesses with a principal place of business in Hillsborough County. Bidders must comply with various legal requirements, including E-Verify, drug-free workplace programs, public entity crimes statutes, and foreign country of concern attestations. The Tampa Sports Authority reserves the right to waive minor informalities, reject any or all bids, and defer award for up to 45 days. The contract will be awarded on a one-time purchase basis with no renewal options, and all prices must be quoted F.O.B. Tampa, Florida, with the Authority being tax-exempt. Payment will be processed approximately 30 days after invoice receipt and approval. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the procurement is for a single utility van, suggesting a moderate-value contract focused on meeting the TSA's operational vehicle replacement needs.