Replacing Steel Grating with Fiberglass Grating

The City of Tampa is seeking vendors to supply and deliver fiberglass grating to replace existing steel grating in the McKay Bay area. The grating must meet heavy‑duty, vehicle‑traffic, corrosion‑resistant, and impact‑resistant specifications, fit a 26‑inch trench, and be easy to maintain. • Scope: Provide two (2) pieces of fiberglass grating, each 1.25″ tall, 2‑ft‑2‑in wide, up to 4 ft long, gray, with ≥½″ slotted holes for drainage. • Technical specs: 25″ wide grating for a 26″ trench, anti‑split textured surface, max length 4 ft, slotted for drainage, corrosion‑resistant, suitable for heavy‑duty industrial use. • Delivery: FOB Destination; must be delivered within the days ARO (exact number not specified) to the project site. • Pricing: All freight, handling, and insurance costs must be included; quotes valid for at least 60 days. • Procurement: Quotes submitted electronically via OpenGov; purchases under $2,000 may be made with a purchasing card. • Compliance: Vendors must provide proof of insurance, adhere to Florida Prompt Payment Act, obtain Port of Tampa access badges if needed, and use E‑Verify for employees. • Evaluation: Lowest responsive and responsible bidder will be awarded; the City reserves the right to modify quantities or award by line item/aggregate.