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City of Tampa - Intent to Single Source for Military Talent Acquisition Training Program - 26-X-01677

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Due
Aug 28, 2026
Deadline passed
Posted
Aug 25, 2026
Primary contact
Derek Lang
(813) 276-3498

The 30-second brief

What they're buying

The City of Tampa Police Department is seeking specialized military talent acquisition training to enhance recruitment and hiring efforts focused on military veterans and transitioning service members for law enforcement careers. The training will provide personnel involved in recruitment, talent acquisition, and community outreach with strategies and tools to identify, attract, engage, and recruit qualified military talent. Training will address military-focused candidate outreach, recruiting channels, candidate engagement and communication, data-driven recruiting, staffing forecasting, candidate retention, and the development of actionable recruiting plans. The procurement includes a two-day Military Talent Acquisition Recruitment Bootcamp and a two-day Advanced Military Talent Acquisition Recruiter Training program. Submission deadline is August 28, 2026.

What you must deliver

One two-day Military Talent Acquisition Recruitment Bootcamp; One two-day Advanced Military Talent Acquisition Recruiter Training program; Training curriculum and instructional materials necessary to conduct each course; Practical exercises and tools necessary to support implementation of the training; Development of military-focused recruiting and prospecting strategies; Development of actionable implementation plans, Including a 30/60/90-day recruiting action plan where applicable; Individual recruiter feedback and/or action planning as part of the advanced training

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Summary

The City of Tampa Police Department is seeking specialized military talent acquisition training to enhance recruitment and hiring efforts focused on military veterans and transitioning service members for law enforcement careers.

The training will provide personnel involved in recruitment, talent acquisition, and community outreach with strategies and tools to identify, attract, engage, and recruit qualified military talent. Training will address military-focused candidate outreach, recruiting channels, candidate engagement and communication, data-driven recruiting, staffing forecasting, candidate retention, and the development of actionable recruiting plans. The procurement includes a two-day Military Talent Acquisition Recruitment Bootcamp and a two-day Advanced Military Talent Acquisition Recruiter Training program. Submission deadline is August 28, 2026.

REQUIRED DELIVERABLES

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  • One two-day Military Talent Acquisition Recruitment Bootcamp
  • One two-day Advanced Military Talent Acquisition Recruiter Training program
  • Training curriculum and instructional materials necessary to conduct each course
  • Practical exercises and tools necessary to support implementation of the training
  • Development of military-focused recruiting and prospecting strategies
  • Development of actionable implementation plans, Including a 30/60/90-day recruiting action plan where applicable
  • Individual recruiter feedback and/or action planning as part of the advanced training

REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS

documentation that you are an authorized vendor for this product/service

Submit to
https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cityoftampa
Scope location
Tampa, FL

Questions about this BID

How do I respond to this Bid from City of Tampa?

Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 28, 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. For questions, contact Derek Lang.

Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?

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 Bid 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 Derek Lang at (813) 276-3498. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.

What are the key deliverables?

The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: One two-day Military Talent Acquisition Recruitment Bootcamp; One two-day Advanced Military Talent Acquisition Recruiter Training program; Training curriculum and instructional materials necessary to conduct each course; Practical exercises and tools necessary to support implementation of the traini. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.

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Where can I find more RFPs from City of Tampa?

All active and historical solicitations from City of Tampa are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Tampa regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.

What documents are required to bid on this Bid?

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: documentation that you are an authorized vendor for this product/service. Review the full document from City of Tampa 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.

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