Notice of Intent to Sole Source for VEX CTE Workcell and VEX CTE 6‑Axis Robotic Arm

This contract is a sole‑source procurement by the Williamsburg County School District to acquire VEX CTE educational robotics equipment, specifically a workcell and a 6‑axis robotic arm, for career‑technical education (CTE) programs. The district intends to spend $9,000 on the equipment under South Carolina Code §11‑35‑1560, which permits direct award without competition. The procurement manager, Nicole Dixon, is the primary point of contact, and any protests must be directed to the chief procurement officer, Brent Streett. • Scope: Purchase of VEX CTE Workcell and 6‑Axis Robotic Arm for classroom use. • Value: Fixed contract amount of $9,000. • Procurement: Sole‑source under state law, no competitive bidding required.