SDMC_Sole_Source_-_ROOTS.pdf
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The document is a Sole Source Certification from the School District of Manatee County's Purchasing Department in Bradenton, Florida, seeking to procure a Robotically Operated Training system (ROOTS) from Roots Education Co. LLC. The certification details the acquisition of a comprehensive robotics training system that includes a robot package, sensor package, actuator package, a specialized "cobot" table, curriculum, installation, and training services for various district sites. The document indicates the procurement will follow a 15-business day posting process in accordance with Florida Statute 287.057(3), with the total estimated cost of the project set at $200,000.00.
The sole source certification specifies that the ROOTS system is a specialized educational technology solution that can be expanded with additional packages depending on specific usage requirements. The vendor, Roots Education Co. LLC, will provide not only the hardware components but also installation and real-world application training. The document is dated July 17, 2025, and appears to be part of a strategic technology investment by the Manatee County School District to enhance robotics education and training capabilities across multiple school sites.
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School District of Manatee County
PURCHASING DEPARTMENT
215 Manatee Avenue West Bradenton, Florida 34205
Direct Line (941) 708-8770 FAX Line (941) 708-8485 www.manateeschools.net
School Board:
Heather Felton Chad Choate III
*Chair* Cindy Spray *Vice Chair*
Charlie Kennedy Richard Tatem
Superintendent Kevin Chapman
SOLE SOURCE CERTIFICATION
Date: July 17, 2025
Department: Various Sites
In accordance with the authority granted under Florida School Board Administrative rules, 6A-
1.012 and the Purchasing rules of The School District of Manatee County, the following documentation is submitted in support of a request to purchase the item(s) or services listed below without issuing a call for bids as they are only available from the vendor indicated below:
Upon Completion of this form, the 15 business day posting process in accordance with Florida Statute 287.057 (3) will begin.
Vendor: Roots Education Co. LLC
Item(s) or Service: Robotically Operated Training system (ROOTS), installation and training
Total Estimated Cost: $200,000.00
Description of Commodities/Services:
The robotics training systems are comprised of a robot package, sensor package, actuator package, a specialized “cobot” table, curriculum, installation, and training. Depending on the use of the robots, additional packages may be purchased. ROOTS Education is supplying the Robotically Operated Training system (ROOTS) which includes the robot, along with installation curriculum and real-world application training.
_See attached vendor letter_____________________________________________________________ I, the undersigned certify the above to be true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.
Purchasing Buyer Approval/Signature http://www.manateeschools.net/
Direct Line (941) 708-8770 FAX Line (941) 708-8485
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