Bid guide
How to bid on Plastic Front End Load Containers for the City of Tampa
What the City of Tampa is buying
The City of Tampa's Solid Waste Environmental Program Management Department is looking to purchase custom plastic front-end-loading containers. These containers must come with lids and be available in various sizes.
A key requirement is that each container must have a hot-stamped or molded production date and a sequential inventory number. Both the date and number need to be at least one inch in height. The resulting contract will be for a one-year term.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This solicitation was published on August 25, 2026. The deadline for submitting your response is September 22, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET. All submissions must be completed by this time.
Responses are managed through OpenGov Procurement. It is important to submit your bid before the deadline to be considered.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for businesses that manufacture or supply custom plastic containers, particularly those with capabilities for hot stamping or molding specific production dates and sequential inventory numbers. Firms specializing in environmental or waste management equipment would find this relevant.
Vendors with experience in providing durable goods for municipal solid waste programs are encouraged to bid. The category for this opportunity is environmental.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the full details and respond, you need to visit the City of Tampa's procurement portal on OpenGov Procurement. You will first encounter a brief security check, which you should allow to complete.
Once on the project page, you must sign in or create a free vendor account. This account will allow you to download plans, ask questions, join the planholders list, and submit your response. Any addenda or updates will also be communicated through OpenGov.
Practical tips for a competitive response
When preparing your response, pay close attention to the specifications for the production dates and sequential inventory numbers, ensuring they meet the minimum one-inch height requirement. Clearly describe your manufacturing process for these custom features.
Highlight your capacity to supply containers in various sizes as requested. Provide clear documentation of your product's durability and suitability for solid waste management. Ensure all required forms and documentation are completed accurately and submitted well before the deadline to avoid any last-minute issues.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from City of Tampa; the original posting controls.