City of Tampa - Tampa Convention Center Switchgear Modernization - Contract 26-C-00026 (2026)
City of Tampa - Contract Administration DeptCity · Tampa, FL- Due
- Oct 13, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Jim Greiner
- (813) 274-8111
The 30-second brief
The City of Tampa is soliciting bids for Contract 26-C-00026 to modernize the main electrical switchboards serving the Tampa Convention Center. The work involves modernizing fourteen low-voltage switchboards and three medium-voltage switches through retrofitting circuit breakers, electronic trip units, digital metering, surge protection, and communications capability within existing enclosures where feasible, along with conditional structure and bus replacement. Additional scope includes mechanical conditioning, sealing, and fire-rating for electrical rooms, the chiller plant, and the generator room. Sealed proposals are due by 1:30 P.M. on October 13, 2026, at the Tampa Municipal Office Building, 306 E. Jackson Street, 4th Floor Conference Room, Tampa, Florida 33602, where they will be publicly opened and read aloud. Bidders must provide a certified check or bid bond of at least 5% of the total bid amount and possess appropriate current licenses under Florida Statutes.
Modernization of main breaker and fourteen (14) low-voltage switchboards and three (3) medium-voltage switches, Building improvements, Mechanical conditioning, Room sealing, And fire rating.
Lowest responsible bidder
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Summary
The City of Tampa is soliciting bids for Contract 26-C-00026 to modernize the main electrical switchboards serving the Tampa Convention Center.
The work involves modernizing fourteen low-voltage switchboards and three medium-voltage switches through retrofitting circuit breakers, electronic trip units, digital metering, surge protection, and communications capability within existing enclosures where feasible, along with conditional structure and bus replacement. Additional scope includes mechanical conditioning, sealing, and fire-rating for electrical rooms, the chiller plant, and the generator room. Sealed proposals are due by 1:30 P.M. on October 13, 2026, at the Tampa Municipal Office Building, 306 E. Jackson Street, 4th Floor Conference Room, Tampa, Florida 33602, where they will be publicly opened and read aloud. Bidders must provide a certified check or bid bond of at least 5% of the total bid amount and possess appropriate current licenses under Florida Statutes.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Modernization of main breaker and fourteen (14) low-voltage switchboards and three (3) medium-voltage switches, Building improvements, Mechanical conditioning, Room sealing, And fire rating.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Proposal
- Attestation of Compliance
- Good Faith Effort Compliance Plan (DMI 50 Form)
- SLBE Solicitation (DMI 10 Form)
- SLBE Utilized (DMI 20 Form)
- Bid Bond
- Criminal History Screening Practices (Form BTB-1)
- Submit to
- http://www.tampagov.net/contract-administration/programs/construction-project-bidding
- Scope location
- Tampa, FL
- Reported agency
- City of Tampa
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Tampa - Contract Administration Dept?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 13, 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: http://www.tampagov.net/contract-administration/programs/construction-project-bidding. For questions, contact Jim Greiner.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
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 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 Jim Greiner at (813) 274-8111. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Modernization of main breaker and fourteen (14) low-voltage switchboards and three (3) medium-voltage switches, Building improvements, Mechanical conditioning, Room sealing, And fire rating.. 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: "Lowest responsible bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Proposal, Attestation of Compliance, Good Faith Effort Compliance Plan (DMI 50 Form), SLBE Solicitation (DMI 10 Form), SLBE Utilized (DMI 20 Form), Bid Bond, Criminal History Screening Practices (Form. 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.