American Athletic Inc Equipment (AAI) gymnastics equipment (Lightning City Gymnastics) Single Source

The City of Tampa Parks & Recreation Department is pursuing a single source procurement (Solicitation Number 25-X-00953) for specialized gymnastics equipment through Lightning City Gymnastics, the authorized dealer for American Athletic Inc (AAI) gymnastics equipment in Florida. The procurement focuses on acquiring gymnastics equipment that meets international competition standards, with specific emphasis on sourcing from a local vendor that can provide advantageous shipping conditions. The procurement process requires vendors to demonstrate their authorized status through documentation, with interested parties directed to the online supplier portal at https://procurement.opengov.com/portal. The solicitation was posted on March 27, 2025, with a due date of April 1, 2025, and is specifically targeting gymnastics equipment for local recreational and competitive use. Procurement activities are being managed by Michelle Estevez, Senior Procurement Analyst, located at 2555 E. Hanna Ave., Tampa, FL 33610, who will oversee the vendor selection and documentation verification process.

The procurement appears to be unrestricted in terms of vendor set-asides or specific enterprise designations, with the primary qualification being authorized dealer status for AAI gymnastics equipment. The single source certificate, dated March 20, 2025, confirms Lightning City Gymnastics as the exclusive authorized dealer for AAI equipment in Florida, supported by a manufacturer's letter dated September 12, 2024. While specific contract value or budget ranges are not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, the procurement emphasizes local vendor benefits such as reduced or eliminated shipping costs. The solicitation requires comprehensive review for compliance with purchasing policies, legal sufficiency, and insurance requirements. No incumbent vendors are mentioned beyond Lightning City Gymnastics, and no specific infrastructure or technology integration requirements are outlined in the available documents. The procurement is specific to Hillsborough County and the City of Tampa, focusing on acquiring specialized gymnastics equipment for local recreational and competitive use.