Notice of Intent to Sole Source – Heat Pump Trainers with R‑290 Refrigerant and iConnect Curriculum

This sole‑source procurement by Greenville Technical College awards Southern Educational Systems Inc. a contract valued at approximately $128K to provide heat‑pump trainer equipment equipped with R‑290 refrigerant and an iConnect curriculum that integrates with the college’s existing training programs. The scope includes delivery of the trainer units, the refrigerant charge, and curriculum materials designed to support hands‑on training for HVAC technicians. The contract is justified under South Carolina Code Ann. §11‑35‑1560, eliminating competitive bidding. • Vendor: Southern Educational Systems Inc. (single‑award) • Goods/Services: Heat‑pump trainer units with R‑290 refrigerant plus iConnect curriculum • Contract Value: $127,946.64 (fixed‑price) • Procurement Method: Sole source, no competition, justified by state code.