City of Tampa - Washington Street Park and Curtis Hixon Park Improvements Design-Build - 26-C-00025
City of Tampa - Contract Administration DeptCity · Tampa, FL- Due
- May 21, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 17, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Jim Greiner
- (813) 274-8598
The 30-second brief
The City of Tampa seeks professional design-build services for Washington Street Park Improvements and Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park Improvements under RFQ 26-C-00025. The scope includes complete park and streetscape renovations, demolition, stormwater drainage, reinforced concrete pavement, granite pavers, dog parks, playground installation, custom architectural shade structures, irrigation, electrical systems, lighting, and landscaping. The total project estimate is $10,000,000, with an initial design and pre-construction budget of $400,000 and construction budgets of $4,400,000 for Washington Street Park and $4,800,000 for Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park. Submissions are due by May 21, 2026, at 2:00 PM via email to [email protected]. Evaluation is based on comparable project experience, project approach, workload and availability, past performance, Form A305, Ban-The-Box documentation, and Planned SLBE Solicitation & Utilization forms DMI 10, 20, and 50.
Professional Design-Build services, Comprehensive project scheduling and management, Professional design and engineering services, Demolition, Construction, Grading, Fabrication, Stormwater improvements, Reinforced concrete pavement, Granite pavers, Dog park construction, Playground installation, Architectural shade structures, Irrigation systems, Electrical and lighting packages, And landscape installation.
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 seeks professional design-build services for Washington Street Park Improvements and Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park Improvements under RFQ 26-C-00025.
The scope includes complete park and streetscape renovations, demolition, stormwater drainage, reinforced concrete pavement, granite pavers, dog parks, playground installation, custom architectural shade structures, irrigation, electrical systems, lighting, and landscaping. The total project estimate is $10,000,000, with an initial design and pre-construction budget of $400,000 and construction budgets of $4,400,000 for Washington Street Park and $4,800,000 for Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park. Submissions are due by May 21, 2026, at 2:00 PM via email to [email protected]. Evaluation is based on comparable project experience, project approach, workload and availability, past performance, Form A305, Ban-The-Box documentation, and Planned SLBE Solicitation & Utilization forms DMI 10, 20, and 50.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
16- Professional Design-Build services
- Comprehensive project scheduling and management
- Professional design and engineering services
- Demolition
- Construction
- Grading
- Fabrication
- Stormwater improvements
- Reinforced concrete pavement
- Granite pavers
- Dog park construction
- Playground installation
- Architectural shade structures
- Irrigation systems
- Electrical and lighting packages
- Landscape installation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- RFQ Transmittal Memorandum
- Letter of Interest
- Statement of Qualifications
- Standard Form A305
- Ban-The-Box documentation
- Planned SLBE Solicitation & Utilization Forms DMI 10
- 20
- & 50
- Confidential financial info in a separate PDF
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 12 months
- 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 May 21, 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: Professional Design-Build services, Comprehensive project scheduling and management, Professional design and engineering services, Demolition, Construction, Grading, Fabrication, Stormwater improvements, Reinforced concrete pavement, Granite pavers, Dog park construction, Playground installation, Ar. 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 (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 is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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 Forms DMI 10, 20, & 50, confidential. 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.