Description
Piedmont Technical College is procuring four Skill Boss Smart Factory training systems and accompanying hand‑tool packages to create a mobile‑lab solution for advanced technical training in PLC, robotics, and production operations. The equipment will support students pursuing the MSSC Certified Production Technician (CPT+) certification. Because Amatrol products are exclusively distributed in South Carolina by Technical Training Aids, the agency has issued a sole‑source determination and is seeking any alternate vendor responses by September 28, 2026, after which the award will proceed to Technical Training Aids.
• 4 Skill Boss Smart Factory systems (Allen‑Bradley PLC‑based) – $22,420 each
• 4 Hand‑Tool Packages – $1,920 each
• Total contract value $100,280.80 (including freight)
• Sole‑source justification: exclusive distributor status; only Amatrol manufactures the required system
• Deadline for alternate‑vendor responses: 09/28/2026, 2 PM