Athletica Sport Systems — Ice arena and sports facility products

Master Agreement 081425 is a cooperative purchasing contract between Sourcewell, a Minnesota local government unit, and Athletica Sport Systems Inc. for the provision of ice rink and arena equipment, including ice resurfacers, dasher boards, and related supplies and services. The agreement is designed to facilitate streamlined procurement for eligible public entities, including governmental, educational, nonprofit, and tribal agencies across the United States and Canada. The contract term is four years, with potential extensions up to seven years, and provides participating agencies with a standard 5% discount off the manufacturer's suggested retail price. The scope of work covers the end-to-end delivery, installation, and ongoing support of equipment with an expected life expectancy of up to 25 years. Key performance requirements include 24/7 technical support and the ability to fulfill over 5,000 parts within 24 hours. All products must comply with NHL, AHL, and USA Hockey safety standards, as well as EPA guidelines for recovered materials and the Buy American Act. Award selection was based on a best-value trade-off process, with pricing accounting for 40% of the total score, followed by the depth of solutions, delivery capabilities, marketing plans, and financial viability.