City of Tampa - Howard F. Curren AWTP Aquifer Recharge Wells Pumping System Design-Build - 26-C-00022 (2026)
City of Tampa - Contract Administration DeptCity · Tampa, FL- Due
- Jun 11, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 17, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jim Greiner
- (813) 274-8598
The 30-second brief
The City of Tampa Wastewater Department seeks Design-Build services to complete the design and construction of an aquifer recharge well pumping system and related infrastructure at the Howard F. Curren Advanced Wastewater Treatment Plant (HFC AWTP). The project involves diverting treated high-level disinfection (HLD) effluent to five proposed 24-inch diameter recharge wells and five associated monitoring wells drilled into the Avon Park Formation of the Upper Floridan Aquifer (UFA). Services include initial design alternatives, complete design, construction drawings, technical specifications, Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) development, equipment procurement, construction, installation, and construction engineering and inspection (CEI) services. The estimated project cost is $75,000,000 to $125,000,000. Submission deadline is June 11, 2026, at 2:00 PM. A pre-submission conference will be held on May 13, 2026, at 2:00 PM.
Successful Comparable Project Experience (35 pts), Project Approach (30 pts), Workload and Availability (5 pts), Past Performance/Low amount of City Work (5 pts), Standard Form #A305 (5 pts), Ban-The-Box (5 pts), Planned SLBE Solicitation & Utilization Form DMI-10, 20, & 50 (15 pts)
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Summary
The City of Tampa Wastewater Department seeks Design-Build services to complete the design and construction of an aquifer recharge well pumping system and related infrastructure at the Howard F. Curren Advanced Wastewater Treatment Plant (HFC AWTP).
The project involves diverting treated high-level disinfection (HLD) effluent to five proposed 24-inch diameter recharge wells and five associated monitoring wells drilled into the Avon Park Formation of the Upper Floridan Aquifer (UFA). Services include initial design alternatives, complete design, construction drawings, technical specifications, Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) development, equipment procurement, construction, installation, and construction engineering and inspection (CEI) services. The estimated project cost is $75,000,000 to $125,000,000. Submission deadline is June 11, 2026, at 2:00 PM. A pre-submission conference will be held on May 13, 2026, at 2:00 PM.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- RFQ Transmittal Memorandum
- Letter of Interest
- Statement of Qualifications
- Standard Form A305
- Ban-The-Box documentation
- Planned SLBE Solicitation & Utilization Form DMI-10
- 20
- & 50
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Tampa, FL
- Reported agency
- City of Tampa
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Tampa - Contract Administration Dept?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 11, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Jim Greiner.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Tampa - Contract Administration Dept 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?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
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 Jim Greiner at (813) 274-8598. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Successful Comparable Project Experience (35 pts), Project Approach (30 pts), Workload and Availability (5 pts), Past Performance/Low amount of City Work (5 pts), Standard Form #A305 (5 pts), Ban-The-..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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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: RFQ Transmittal Memorandum, Letter of Interest, Statement of Qualifications, Standard Form A305, Ban-The-Box documentation, Planned SLBE Solicitation & Utilization Form DMI-10, 20, & 50. Review the full document from City of Tampa - Contract Administration Dept for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Tampa, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.