Sole Source - Avoteck Aviation Training Systems
- Citrus County Schools in Florida is seeking to procure specialized HVAC training equipment through a single/sole source procurement process. The district intends to purchase two specific training units for its technical college HVAC program: the iConnect Model #TU-601 Multi-Head Mini Heat Pump Training Unit and the Model #TU-620 HVAC Motor & Airflow Training Unit. These units are designed to provide students with hands-on training in ductless comfort cooling systems, heating, ventilation,...
- The School Board of Hillsborough County, Florida is issuing a Notice of Intent to Purchase Single/Sole Source Commodities and Services from Magic School, Inc., an education-specific artificial intelligence software-as-a-service platform. This is not a competitive solicitation but rather a sole-source procurement notification posted in accordance with Florida Administrative Code Rule 6A-1.012(12)(d). The platform being procured is Magic School AI, a K-12 focused system designed to serve both...
- The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is conducting a single-source procurement for a Fleet Service Plan and In-Person Training for IGNIS Aerial Ignition Systems manufactured by Drone Amplified. This is not a competitive solicitation but rather a request for vendors to demonstrate their capability to supply the specified services by February 10, 2026, at 3:30 p.m. ET. The procurement encompasses a three-year term contract that includes annual maintenance services for up to twenty...
- Brevard County, Florida, is pursuing a sole source procurement for specialized public safety tower lighting system components from Unimar. The county seeks to acquire a new flash head, cable, and white driver module to replace existing equipment for its public safety infrastructure. This procurement is being conducted through a sole source justification process under section 287.057(5)(3)(c) of the Florida Statutes and Brevard County Policy BCC-25. The Notice of Intended Decision was posted on...
- The Florida State Guard, operating under Leon County jurisdiction, is seeking to procure eight mission seating units for its King Air B350ER search and rescue aircraft through a single source procurement (PUR 7776). The procurement was posted on January 23, 2026, with a deadline for submission of information on February 16, 2026. The mission seating units are specialized components designed and manufactured by Aviation Fabricators (AvFab), the sole identified vendor capable of providing these...
- The State of Florida issued a sole source procurement notice on January 22, 2026, for goods or services to be provided by Medical Shipment LLC. The procurement posting invites interested vendors to review the attached justification document for a complete description of the sole source procurement and the specific products or services being procured. Potential bidders or alternative suppliers who believe they can provide equivalent goods or services are requested to submit quotes in response...
- Hillsborough County Public Schools (HCPS) is issuing a Notice of Intent to Purchase Single/Sole Source Commodities and Services for ChildPlus Management Software, which is a comprehensive data management solution for the Head Start program. The procurement covers core software, database access, and DRDP (Desired Results Developmental Profile) per-child assessment tools designed to manage critical student and family data including enrollment, registration, attendance, family goal setting, and...
- The School Board of Hillsborough County, Florida is pursuing a single-source procurement of the Fitness Court system and associated services from National Fitness Campaign LP (NFC). This notice of intent to purchase single/sole source commodities and services was posted on January 24, 2026, with a seven-business-day posting period extending through February 3, 2026, followed by a three-business-day protest period from February 4–6, 2026. The Fitness Court is a permanently installed, outdoor...
- Brevard County Board of County Commissioners is conducting a sole source procurement for Ruhrpumpen OEM Mechanical Seals through the Utility Services Department with Environmental Equipment Services identified as the intended vendor. The procurement is classified as a sole source acquisition pursuant to Section 287.057(5)(3)(c) of the Florida Statutes and Brevard County Policy BCC-25, indicating that the county has determined this vendor is the only source capable of supplying the required...
- Brevard County, Florida, through its Natural Resources Department, is pursuing a sole source procurement for the OceanSpace Aquatic Imager, a specialized flow-through optical imaging system designed to identify zooplankton and microplastics in situ. The procurement is specifically targeting the proprietary equipment and software manufactured exclusively by OceanSpace, LLC, with no alternative commercial systems deemed capable of meeting the county's specialized requirements. The notice of...
The School District of Manatee County in Florida is pursuing a sole source procurement for Avotek Aviation Training Systems to support its aviation systems instruction program. This procurement bypasses competitive bidding in favor of a direct award to Avotek, identified as the exclusive provider capable of meeting the district's specialized aviation training requirements. The justification for sole source designation is based on Avotek's unique technical capabilities, proprietary system design, and essential compatibility with the district's existing training infrastructure. The procurement encompasses acquisition of Avotek training systems and related support services necessary for aviation instruction, with emphasis placed on seamless integration with current operational systems and continuity of training program delivery. The posting was initiated on January 30, 2026, with a public notice period of 15 business days in accordance with Florida Statute 287.057(3), establishing a due date of February 23, 2026. This timeline allows interested parties to file protests during the prescribed window under Florida Statutes Chapter 120 prior to contract award. No specific pricing, quantities, delivery schedules, or detailed contract terms are disclosed in the available certification and justification documents. The procurement documents do not specify set-aside designations or restrictions limiting participation to particular enterprise categories such as disadvantaged, minority-owned, or women-owned business enterprises. Avotek is identified as the incumbent and sole source vendor for this aviation training systems procurement, with the award anticipated to proceed directly to this provider based on the established sole source justification. The requirement for integration with the district's existing training infrastructure and the proprietary nature of Avotek systems are cited as primary factors supporting the exclusive vendor determination and eliminating competitive alternatives. The specific award value and budget range for this procurement are not disclosed in the available documentation, though the scope encompasses equipment systems and ongoing support services for the aviation training program. Vendors or interested parties seeking additional details or intending to submit a protest may do so during the posting period ending February 23, 2026.
Name | Description | Size | Type | Posted |
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26-0109-TG_Avotek_Sole_Source.pdf | 499KB | 1/30/26 | ||
26-0109-TG_District_Sole_Source_Letter.pdf | 447KB | 1/30/26 |