City of Tampa - Main Switchgear Facility Replacement and Standby Power Facility Improvements - RFQ 25-C-00032 (2026)
City of Tampa - Contract Administration DeptCity · Tampa, FL- Due
- Mar 26, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 13, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jim Greiner
- (813) 274-8598
The 30-second brief
The City of Tampa Wastewater Department desires design-build services for the replacement of the Main Switchgear Facility and improvements/upgrades to the existing Standby Power Facility to provide reliable, redundant, and fully integrated power distribution for the Howard F. Curren Advanced Wastewater Treatment Plant (HFC AWTP). The project scope includes engineering investigations, site planning, cost estimating, preliminary and comprehensive design services, regulatory permitting, preconstruction services with a guaranteed maximum price (GMP), equipment procurement, construction and installation, testing, start-up, and commissioning, O&M manuals, and training. The estimated fee is $35,000,000 to $45,000,000. Submissions are due by March 26, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. A pre-submittal conference is scheduled for March 9, 2026, at 1:00 P.M. at the Howard F. Curren AWTP Maintenance Training Room.
Replacement of the Main Switchgear Facility, Improvements/upgrades to the existing Standby Power Facility, Final design, Permitting, Project management, Construction management, Start-up, O&M manuals, And training
Successful Comparable Project Experience (65 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 desires design-build services for the replacement of the Main Switchgear Facility and improvements/upgrades to the existing Standby Power Facility to provide reliable, redundant, and fully integrated power distribution for the Howard F. Curren Advanced Wastewater Treatment Plant (HFC AWTP).
The project scope includes engineering investigations, site planning, cost estimating, preliminary and comprehensive design services, regulatory permitting, preconstruction services with a guaranteed maximum price (GMP), equipment procurement, construction and installation, testing, start-up, and commissioning, O&M manuals, and training. The estimated fee is $35,000,000 to $45,000,000. Submissions are due by March 26, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. A pre-submittal conference is scheduled for March 9, 2026, at 1:00 P.M. at the Howard F. Curren AWTP Maintenance Training Room.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Replacement of the Main Switchgear Facility
- Improvements/upgrades to the existing Standby Power Facility
- Final design
- Permitting
- Project management
- Construction management
- Start-up
- O&M manuals
- Training
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- RFQ Transmittal Memorandum
- Letter of Interest
- Statement of Qualifications
- Standard Form A305
- 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 March 26, 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: [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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Replacement of the Main Switchgear Facility, Improvements/upgrades to the existing Standby Power Facility, Final design, Permitting, Project management, Construction management, Start-up, O&M manuals, And training. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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 (65 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 So..." 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, 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.