Water Street Tampa Improvement District Professional Services and Construction RFP 2026
Water Street Tampa Improvement DistrictUtility District · Tallahassee, FL- Due
- May 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 29, 2026
- Primary contact
- Kristen Suit
- (410) 207-1802
The 30-second brief
The Water Street Tampa Improvement District is soliciting proposals and qualifications for a wide range of professional and construction services for Fiscal Year 2026/2027. Procurement categories include Auditing Services (Rule 3.2), Insurance (Rule 3.3), Pre-qualification for vendors (Rule 3.4), and Construction Contracts including Design-Build (Rules 3.5 and 3.6). Specific opportunities mentioned in the agenda include the presentation of audited financial reports for 2024 and 2025 by Carr, Riggs & Ingram, and the selection of a District Manager and District Counsel. The document outlines detailed submission requirements, evaluation criteria based on personnel ability and experience, and public hearing schedules for budget approval and rule adoption. Deadlines vary by specific solicitation, with a regular meeting scheduled for May 6, 2026, to consider these items.
Audited Financial Reports, Proposed Budgets, Statements of Qualifications, Bids for Insurance, Design-Build Proposals
Ability of personnel, Experience, Ability to furnish required services, Price/Compensation, Past performance
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Summary
The Water Street Tampa Improvement District is soliciting proposals and qualifications for a wide range of professional and construction services for Fiscal Year 2026/2027.
Procurement categories include Auditing Services (Rule 3.2), Insurance (Rule 3.3), Pre-qualification for vendors (Rule 3.4), and Construction Contracts including Design-Build (Rules 3.5 and 3.6). Specific opportunities mentioned in the agenda include the presentation of audited financial reports for 2024 and 2025 by Carr, Riggs & Ingram, and the selection of a District Manager and District Counsel. The document outlines detailed submission requirements, evaluation criteria based on personnel ability and experience, and public hearing schedules for budget approval and rule adoption. Deadlines vary by specific solicitation, with a regular meeting scheduled for May 6, 2026, to consider these items.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Ability of personnel
- Experience
- Ability to furnish required services
- Price/Compensation
- Past performance
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Audited Financial Reports
- Proposed Budgets
- Statements of Qualifications
- Bids for Insurance
- Design-Build Proposals
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Exhibit A: Proposed Budget
- Form 1 2025
- Form 8B: Memorandum of Voting Conflict
- Submit to
- 1001 Water Street, Suite 1250, Tampa, Florida 33602
- Scope location
- Tampa, FL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Water Street Tampa Improvement District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 6, 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: 1001 Water Street, Suite 1250, Tampa, Florida 33602. For questions, contact Kristen Suit.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Water Street Tampa Improvement District 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 RFP 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 Kristen Suit at (410) 207-1802. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Audited Financial Reports, Proposed Budgets, Statements of Qualifications, Bids for Insurance, Design-Build Proposals. 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: "Ability of personnel, Experience, Ability to furnish required services, Price/Compensation, Past performance" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Water Street Tampa Improvement District?
All active and historical solicitations from Water Street Tampa Improvement District are tracked and searchable. As a utility district agency, Water Street Tampa Improvement District 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 RFP?
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: Exhibit A: Proposed Budget, Form 1 2025, Form 8B: Memorandum of Voting Conflict. Review the full document from Water Street Tampa Improvement District 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.