Welding Services (Bid Discount)

The City of Tampa's Department of Solid Waste & Environmental Program Management is seeking bids for welding services through an Invitation to Bid (ITB) numbered 25-P-00231, specifically for metal fabrication and welding services to be performed on an "as-needed" basis at various city locations. The procurement is structured as a bid discount contract with a one-year initial term and potential for two additional one-year renewals. Qualified contractors must provide comprehensive welding services including pipe welding, flange replacement, confined space welding, and work around hazardous materials at water and wastewater treatment facilities. Bidders must demonstrate a minimum of three years in business, have certified welders with American Welding Society (AWS) and American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) credentials, and possess 4-G certification. The bid opening is scheduled for May 29, 2025, at 1:30 pm, with a pre-bid meeting on May 16, 2025, at 10:30 am, and contractors will be required to provide both routine and emergency welding services with specific response time requirements.

The solicitation includes specific provisions for minority and small business participation, offering a 5% bid discount for Underutilized Women and Minority Business Enterprises (U-WMBEs) and Small Local Business Enterprises (SLBEs), with discounts not to exceed $20,000 and $10,000 respectively. The procurement specifically identifies two certified minority-owned businesses as potential contractors: E & I Mechanical, LLC (MBE and SLBE certified for African American ownership) and S & D Welding (SLBE certified with Hispanic American ownership). The contract has an estimated annual budget of $50,000, with pricing structured around hourly rates for journeyman welders and apprentices during routine and emergency service hours, and a maximum 10% markup on parts, materials, and equipment. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation including references, certifications, and employee experience lists, with the city reserving the right to approve subcontractors. The Equal Business Opportunity (EBO) Determination form indicates a preference for Black-Owned, Asian-Owned, and Native American-Owned firms, emphasizing the city's commitment to diverse business participation in municipal contracting.