Port Tampa Bay bids, RFPs and contracts
Tampa, Floridaporttb.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 20, 2026
- 15 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 12
- 2 in the last 30 days
- Contracts
- 2,195
- 339 vendors
The 30-second brief
12 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Port Tampa Bay's meetings, most in capital projects and grants. The latest, from Oct 20: $1M Port Master Plan Update Funded for 20-Year Development Framework.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Professional Services and Administration & Finance.
Latest awards: Florida Department of Transportation for port Tampa Bay Amends FDOT Transportation Grant Agreement (Oct 2026) and USACE for port Tampa Bay Approves $1 Million Harbor Design Match ($1,000,000, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Port Tampa Bay's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who Port Tampa Bay buys from, taken from council records. 2,195 contracts with 339 vendors.
Questions about Port Tampa Bay
How do I become an approved vendor for Port Tampa Bay?
Port Tampa Bay currently works with 339 vendors across contract types including OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, and FACILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.
How do I win a contract with Port Tampa Bay?
Small purchases under FL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (30), Professional Services (14), and Administration & Finance (7), so these are the areas most likely to have upcoming spend. The key is timing: reach the right department head while they're still scoping the project, not after the RFP is already live. Monitoring what agencies are discussing and spending on helps you start conversations before the competition.
Where does Port Tampa Bay publish RFPs?
Port Tampa Bay publishes formal RFPs on its official website and FL's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Port Tampa Bay?
At Port Tampa Bay, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call.
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What does Port Tampa Bay spend the most on?
Based on 63 tracked contracts, Port Tampa Bay spends most on Capital Projects (30), Professional Services (14), Administration & Finance (7), Equipment (6), and Public Safety (6). Contract types include OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, and FACILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Port Tampa Bay's current vendors?
Port Tampa Bay currently works with vendors including FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, USACE, FDOT, DISTRICT 7, AREHNA ENGINEERING INC, SPECTRASERV INC, ARDAMAN & ASSOCIATES INC, U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS, AMALIE OIL R.E. LLP, CEMEX CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS FLORIDA LLC, and PCS CIVIL INC. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, and FACILITIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.