WTE Urea (Bid Discount)

The City of Tampa's Solid Waste & Environmental Program Management Department is seeking a supplier for WTE Urea through Invitation to Bid (ITB) No. 24-P-01383, specifically targeting a 50% Urea Solution with NOxOUT A additive for treating NOx in flue gas at the McKay Bay Waste-to-Energy Facility. The procurement involves an estimated annual usage of 250 tons, with deliveries of approximately 5,000 gallons per load, and requires the urea to meet specific physical and chemical specifications while being maintained at a minimum of 80 degrees Fahrenheit during transportation. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for November 21, 2024, at 10:30 am, followed by a site inspection, with final bids due on December 17, 2024, at 3:00 pm. Pricing will be based on the previous month's FOB US Gulf average price published in the Green Markets Index, plus 1% on the day of order placement, and will include a fixed fee per ton to cover delivery costs, NOxOUT A additive, and administrative charges. The successful vendor must provide emergency contingency and spill response plans, as well as technical assistance related to the product, with an initial award period of three years and potential renewal for an additional two years.

The City of Tampa offers bid discounts for City-certified Small Local Business Enterprises (SLBEs) and underutilized Woman and Minority Owned Business Enterprises (U-WMBEs), with potential discounts of up to 5% of the total bid amount. The procurement is part of the city's Equal Business Opportunity Program, which emphasizes participation of diverse businesses through specific guidelines and documentation requirements. Potential bidders must complete forms such as the Letter of Intent (MBD-40) and provide detailed information about subcontractor involvement, with a focus on promoting opportunities for minority and women-owned businesses across various industry categories. The total department budget for this procurement is $125,000, and bidders must adhere to strict Environmental, Health, and Safety (EH&S) requirements for working at the McKay Bay Waste-to-Energy Facility. The solicitation includes a list of seven NOxOUT Reagent Licensees from Fuel Tech, Inc., providing potential vendors with a network of authorized distributors for the specialized environmental technology product.