LEGO® Education Computer Science & AI Classroom Bundles – Sole Source Purchase

Mississippi State University is seeking to acquire three LEGO® Education classroom bundles (K‑2, 3‑5, and 6‑8) that include hardware, software, curriculum, and professional‑development services. The purchase is being made under a proposed sole‑source notice, citing LEGO Education as the only authorized U.S. distributor for these specific educational kits. The total estimated cost is $8,547, and the procurement will proceed unless an objection is filed. • Items: LEGO® Education Computer Science & AI bundles for K‑2, 3‑5, and 6‑8 grades (item numbers 5010027‑5010029). • Reason for sole‑source: Unique combination of hardware, curriculum, and FIRST® LEGO® League materials; LEGO Education is the sole authorized distributor. • Procurement process: Open for objections; no competitive bidding unless an objection is upheld. • Contact: Jennifer Mayfield, Director of Procurement Services, via email [email protected].