Description
Piedmont Technical College is seeking to purchase a complete FANUC‑brand robot training cart system (ER‑4iA robot, controller, safety cart, iVision battery packages, iPendant accessories, and conversion kits) to expand its existing robotics curriculum. The college has justified a sole‑source award to Technical Training Aids, the exclusive regional FANUC reseller, citing brand continuity, curriculum alignment, and a discounted educational price that cannot be matched by other vendors. The total quoted price is $58,750, and the solicitation is open for alternate vendor responses until February 27, 2026.
• Equipment: One FANUC ER‑4iA robot with R‑30iB controller, safety cart, and accessories (≈$39,000).
• Additional items: Battery packages with iVision, iPendant conversion kits, touch‑screen iPendant (≈$19,750).
• Sole‑source rationale: Only Technical Training Aids can supply the required FANUC system as the authorized reseller, ensuring compatibility with existing lab assets.