Single Source Certification Pioneer Athletics

The state and local contract opportunity involves a single source procurement by the Tampa Parks & Recreation Department in Hillsborough County, Florida, for specialized athletic field marking paint from Pioneer Athletics. The procurement specifically seeks Game Day and Quik Stripe Aerosol Marking Paints in white, red, and blue colors, with a unique requirement for a 22 oz aerosol paint can compatible with the department's existing field striper machines. Other manufacturers only provide 18 oz cans that are not compatible with their equipment, necessitating this sole source certification. The contract opportunity was posted on February 18, 2025, with a due date of November 12, 2024, and includes a quote valid from October 31, 2024, to November 30, 2024. The total quote value is $550.00, with NET 15 payment terms and free freight with liftgate service. Pioneer Athletics is positioning itself as a unique vendor, emphasizing its status as the world's first VOC-free EPA Recognized Field Marking Paints manufacturer and highlighting its use in high-profile sporting events like the NFL Super Bowl and NCAA College Bowl games.

There are no explicit set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations mentioned in the documentation. The procurement appears to be a direct single source procurement without a competitive bidding process. Pioneer Athletics is presented as the sole source provider due to its specialized 22 oz aerosol paint can design and compatibility with the department's field striper machines. The contract does not indicate any incumbent vendors or require specific integration with existing infrastructure beyond the paint's compatibility with current field striping equipment. The awarded contract value is relatively modest at $550.00, covering the paint supplies for the Tampa Parks & Recreation Department. The single source certification emphasizes Pioneer Athletics' unique market position and specialized product features, which differentiate it from other field marking paint manufacturers and justify the direct procurement approach.