Complete refit of the existing pump station. Work includes selected demolition of site structures and equipment, sewage bypass pumping, polymer concrete manhole, piping, submersible sewage pumps, submersible mixer, prefabricated climate controlled electrical building, new electrical system, PLC controls, VFD motor drives, generator, fuel tank, stormwater improvements, paving, fencing, electrical and water connections to odor control and chemical feed systems supplied by others, and coordination of a new electrical feed by TECO. Coating the overflow wet well is included as an add-alternate.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
184749
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
324.3
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
27,075
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
60 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
CautiousAggressive
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AI Adoption Score
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
ConservativeEarly Adopter
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Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Sole Source:If sale is less than $50,000, use sole source.
Coops:Frequently procures through OMNIA Partners and Sourcewell; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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City of Temple Terrace, FL maintains a strict competitive posture. No evidence of sole source awards over $50,000; treat $50,000 as the effective threshold requiring competition. Practical guidance: deprioritize sole source and pivot to preparing a compliant response to a formal solicitation posted on the city’s website and DemandStar.
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You can get onboarded to the recommended cooperative paths by reaching out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
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Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Temple Terrace
Temple Terrace City Council Meeting
Date: Aug 17, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting included a presentation on historic preservation efforts in the city, the recognition of a police officer for life-saving actions, and a proclamation designating Florida Water Professionals Month. The council also received a detailed legislative update concerning state session outcomes, budget projections, and upcoming leadership changes within the state legislature.
Temple Terrace City Council Special Workshop
Date: Aug 11, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The City Council held a special workshop to discuss the water and sewer utility fund for FY27, specifically focusing on water treatment plant rehabilitation and PAS mitigation. The council evaluated two primary scenarios: a connection to Hillsborough County's water system, which involves significant infrastructure work such as aerial crossings and extensive piping installations, and an alternative city-led solution involving the installation of a nano-filtration system. The discussion included financial estimates, logistical challenges for both infrastructure projects, and the consideration of temporary solutions such as granulated activated carbon to address water quality.
Temple Terrace Municipal Code Enforcement Board Regular Meeting
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to City of Temple Terrace.
Who manages procurement and purchasing for the City of Temple Terrace?
The Finance Department's Accounts Payable, Purchasing & Bids function administers procurement for the City of Temple Terrace. Vendors may contact Purchasing at 813.506.6416. The city is governed by a Mayor and City Council that meets the first and third Tuesdays at City Hall.
Where does the City of Temple Terrace post bids and RFPs?
The City of Temple Terrace posts official bids and RFPs on its Bids pages (https://www.templeterrace.gov/Bids.aspx and https://www.templeterrace.gov/183/Bid-Postings). The city also distributes solicitations through its contracted solicitation notification platform and accepts bid submissions by email to purchasing@templeterrace.com.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with the City of Temple Terrace?
Date: Aug 12, 2026
Type: Meeting mention
The board conducted hearings on code enforcement cases. A sanitation violation case regarding grass and weeds at 12609 North 52nd Street was found to be in compliance, resulting in no fine. A separate violation case concerning off-street parking at 306 Springdale Place was discussed; the property remains in violation as vehicles continue to be parked on the grass.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
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Track City of Temple Terrace meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
Vendors register with the City of Temple Terrace via the Contractor Registration portal and the city's contracted solicitation notification platform to receive bid notices. Contractor applicants must submit the Contractor Registration Application with supporting documentation; bids may also be emailed to purchasing@templeterrace.com.
What products and services does the City of Temple Terrace procure?
The City of Temple Terrace commonly procures professional and consulting services; enterprise software and IT systems; vehicles, equipment, and operational supplies; and construction and engineering for streets, storm drainage, water and sewer, parks, and public facilities.
What procurement requirements does the City of Temple Terrace publish for vendors?
Contracting firms must complete the City of Temple Terrace Contractor Registration and comply with the Procurement Manual; solicitations include certifications (for example, drug‑free workplace per Florida Statute 287.087). Insurance, bonding, and specific form requirements vary by solicitation and are listed in each posting.
How does the City of Temple Terrace approve procurement contracts and awards?
Finance Department purchasing staff administer bids for the City of Temple Terrace; awards and contracts are approved by the Temple Terrace City Council at publicly noticed meetings, typically the first and third Tuesdays of each month at City Hall.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for the City of Temple Terrace?
The City of Temple Terrace Procurement Manual governs purchasing and is referenced in solicitations; the City's Code of Ordinances is published on Municode. Applicable Florida purchasing thresholds and construction statutes are set by Florida Statutes §287.017 and §255.20.
