City of Tampa Escalator and Elevator Inspection Services for Tampa Convention Center - 27-P-00029 (2026)
City of TampaCity · Tampa, FL- Due
- Nov 11, 2026
- 7 days left
- Posted
- Oct 29, 2026
- Primary contact
- Richard Lufriu
- (813) 404-2590
The 30-second brief
City of Tampa is seeking competitive quotes from qualified, licensed inspection agencies to perform annual safety inspections, compliance testing, and certifications for vertical transportation systems and stair lifts at the Tampa Convention Center. The scope involves KONE elevators, escalators, and Savaria stair lifts to ensure compliance with ASME A17.1, National Electrical Code (NEC), and local building codes. Project 27-P-00029 requires pricing itemized per elevator and escalator unit, hourly rates for follow-up re-inspections or consulting, and adherence to annual certification deadlines expiring July 31. Submissions are due by November 11, 2026.
Elevator 1: KONE Passenger, Traction, (4 landings); Elevator 2: KONE Passenger, Traction, (4 landings); Elevator 4: Fully Modernized by KONE, Passenger/Freight, Hydraulic, (4 landings); Elevator 5: KONE Passenger, Traction, (3 landings); Elevator 6: KONE Passenger/Freight, Traction, (3 landings); Stair Lift: Savaria; Escalator 1: KONE Outdoor (2 landings); Escalator 2: KONE Outdoor (2 landings); Escalator 3: KONE Outdoor (2 landings); Escalator 4: KONE Outdoor (2 landings); Escalator 5: KONE Indoor Short Esc (2 landings); Escalator 6: KONE Indoor Short Esc (2 landings); Escalator 7: KONE Indoor (2 landings); Escalator 8: KONE Indoor (2 landings); Escalator 9: KONE Indoor (2 landings); Escalator 10: KONE Indoor (2 landings); Additional Elevator Hourly Rate; Stair Lift Hourly Rate; Escalator Hourly Rate; Elevator Hourly Rate After Hours (6:00pm-6:00am); Stair Lift Hourly Rate (6:00pm-6:00am); Escalator Hourly Rate (6:00pm-6:00am); Additional Code Filing Rate; Other Administrative Fees
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Summary
City of Tampa is seeking competitive quotes from qualified, licensed inspection agencies to perform annual safety inspections, compliance testing, and certifications for vertical transportation systems and stair lifts at the Tampa Convention Center.
The scope involves KONE elevators, escalators, and Savaria stair lifts to ensure compliance with ASME A17.1, National Electrical Code (NEC), and local building codes. Project 27-P-00029 requires pricing itemized per elevator and escalator unit, hourly rates for follow-up re-inspections or consulting, and adherence to annual certification deadlines expiring July 31. Submissions are due by November 11, 2026.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
24- Elevator 1: KONE Passenger, Traction, (4 landings)
- Elevator 2: KONE Passenger, Traction, (4 landings)
- Elevator 4: Fully Modernized by KONE, Passenger/Freight, Hydraulic, (4 landings)
- Elevator 5: KONE Passenger, Traction, (3 landings)
- Elevator 6: KONE Passenger/Freight, Traction, (3 landings)
- Stair Lift: Savaria
- Escalator 1: KONE Outdoor (2 landings)
- Escalator 2: KONE Outdoor (2 landings)
- Escalator 3: KONE Outdoor (2 landings)
- Escalator 4: KONE Outdoor (2 landings)
- Escalator 5: KONE Indoor Short Esc (2 landings)
- Escalator 6: KONE Indoor Short Esc (2 landings)
- Escalator 7: KONE Indoor (2 landings)
- Escalator 8: KONE Indoor (2 landings)
- Escalator 9: KONE Indoor (2 landings)
- Escalator 10: KONE Indoor (2 landings)
- Additional Elevator Hourly Rate
- Stair Lift Hourly Rate
- Escalator Hourly Rate
- Elevator Hourly Rate After Hours (6:00pm-6:00am)
- Stair Lift Hourly Rate (6:00pm-6:00am)
- Escalator Hourly Rate (6:00pm-6:00am)
- Additional Code Filing Rate
- Other Administrative Fees
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Schedule of All Sub-Contractors/Consultants/Suppliers Solicited - DMI 10
- Schedule of Sub-Contractors/Consultants/Suppliers to be Utilized - DMI 20
- Proof of insurance
- References
- Timeline
- State/local Conveyance/Elevator Contractor License and Certified Elevator Inspector (QEI) credentials
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cityoftampa/projects/320628
- Scope location
- Tampa, FL
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Tampa?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 11, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cityoftampa/projects/320628. For questions, contact Richard Lufriu.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Tampa in FL, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFQ submission deadline?
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Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Richard Lufriu at (813) 404-2590. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Elevator 1: KONE Passenger, Traction, (4 landings); Elevator 2: KONE Passenger, Traction, (4 landings); Elevator 4: Fully Modernized by KONE, Passenger/Freight, Hydraulic, (4 landings); Elevator 5: KONE Passenger, Traction, (3 landings); Elevator 6: KONE Passenger/Freight, Traction, (3 landings); St. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
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What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Schedule of All Sub-Contractors/Consultants/Suppliers Solicited - DMI 10, Schedule of Sub-Contractors/Consultants/Suppliers to be Utilized - DMI 20, proof of insurance, references, timeline, state/loc. Review the full document from City of Tampa for the complete list.
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