Sphero Robot Supplies

The Commonwealth of Virginia is soliciting purchases of Sphero brand robots pre-approved for educational programming with no substitutions permitted, with proposals due October 16, 2026. The procurement covers two jurisdictions: Richmond City and Roanoke City.

The scope is limited to Sphero brand robots designated for educational use; all product details are available via website links in the line-item description. No alternative manufacturers or models are permitted.

All vendors must register in the eVA e-procurement portal and pay vendor transaction fees of 1 percent capped at $500 for DSBSD-certified small businesses or $1,500 for other businesses. Vendors must carry commercial general liability insurance of $1 million per occurrence and workers' compensation insurance at statutory rates. Contracts exceeding $10,000 require drug-free workplace certification. Contractors with more than five employees must complete sexual harassment training. Payment to contractors is due within 30 days of invoice or delivery, whichever occurs last, and must reference the state contract number and federal employer identification number. Subcontractors must be paid within seven days of the prime contractor's receipt of payment. All vendors must comply with federal and state debarment certifications and immigration reform provisions.

The General Terms and Conditions document does not specify estimated contract value, contract term, quantities, or anticipated award date. A pre-bid meeting or site visit is not identified.