This contract is a Virginia‑state‑law‑compliant sole‑source award by Longwood University for a specialized sports‑video analytics platform required by the NCAA and the Big South Conference. The university purchased a single‑user/enterprise license of Synergy Sports Technology’s video‑exchange, database, and analytics software to support its basketball program’s film review and performance analysis needs. The award amount is $8,000, reflecting a negotiated price that aligns with conference‑wide agreements.
• Scope of work: Provide Synergy Sports Technology software (license and access) for Longwood University’s basketball program.
• Sole‑source justification: Only Synergy offers the NCAA‑mandated, conference‑wide video database; no alternate product meets the requirement.
• Procurement details: Awarded under Virginia Code § 2.2‑4303(E); price deemed reasonable; contract value $8,000; no public posting required (under $50K).
• Key contacts: Erin Evans (procurement contact, longwood.edu) and Abbie McDonald (Athletics Business Manager).
• Vendor: Synergy Sports Technology, Anacortes, WA, providing a cloud‑based analytics platform.