Fanuc Robot and Related Components for Withlacoochee Technical College

The School Board of Citrus County, Florida (CCSB) is seeking a qualified vendor to supply a Fanuc CRX-10iA Collaborative Robot and related components for Withlacoochee Technical College through a competitive Invitation to Bid (ITB). The procurement encompasses a comprehensive robotic system including a 2D vision guidance package, grippers, quick change robot side, tool cable kit, extended warranty, mobile assembly kit, and a 3-day training session. Bidders must be authorized distributors and must submit a manufacturer's letter confirming their authorized status, with bids potentially being disqualified without this documentation. The solicitation timeline includes a bid posting on April 30, 2025, with questions due by May 9, 2025, and final bids due on May 22, 2025, at 2:00 PM EST. The bid opening will occur immediately after the submission deadline, with the School Board set to approve the award on June 10, 2025. The contract is a one-time purchase with a mandatory completion date of June 30, 2025, driven by grant funding requirements. The primary objective is to provide an educational robotic system for training students in industrial robot operation, programming, and maintenance in a collaborative environment.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The procurement is for a single complete robot system, with pricing required to be firm through June 30, 2025, and inclusive of all equipment, installation, training, and standard delivery charges. While no incumbent vendors are identified, the bid requires potential vendors to demonstrate comprehensive capabilities in robotic systems, including technical expertise, installation proficiency, and training capabilities. The project appears to be grant-funded, though the specific budget or award value is not explicitly stated in the provided documentation. Vendors must provide detailed information about delivery timelines, project completion, and training specifics, with an emphasis on their ability to meet the June 30, 2025 procurement deadline. The successful bidder will need to provide a fully integrated robotic system capable of supporting educational training objectives at Withlacoochee Technical College.