11.26.24_Moonwalk_Sole_Source_Letter.pdf

This document is a sole source letter dated November 26, 2024, from PPG Automotive Refinish to the Purchasing Department of the School District of Manatee County, Florida. The letter confirms PPG as the exclusive supplier of Moonwalk® equipment, a specialized paint mixing technology for the collision repair industry. The communication serves to establish PPG's unique position as the sole provider of this proprietary technology, potentially supporting a direct procurement process for the school district.

The letter provides contact information for Scott Baxter, Territory Manager, including a mobile number (901-331-7749) and address in Port Charlotte, Florida. While the document does not specify pricing, quantities, or specific procurement details, it positions the Moonwalk® equipment as a specialized, exclusive technology that the School District of Manatee County may be interested in acquiring. The sole source designation suggests that the district would need to work directly with PPG for this specific paint mixing equipment, potentially bypassing traditional competitive bidding processes.