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[LastDayScout]

Here is another Scout related solicitation. Interesting.

Ad Title:
Festo Training Equipment
Purchasing Agent/Entity:
SC Technical College System
Ad Publish Date:
October 13, 2026
Solicitation #:
5400030320
Direct Inquiries To:
Alexis Jackson
Bid/Submittal Due Date:
October 29, 2026 - 10:00am
Buyer Phone#:
803-896-5310
Buyer Email:
jacksona@sctechsystem.edu
Description:
The purpose of this solicitation is to procure entry-level mechanical maintenance training equipment for the Scout Motors Training Center located in Blythewood, SC. The equipment should support hands-on training in Bearings, belts and pulleys, chains and sprockets, shafts, keys, and couplings, gears and mechanical power transmission fasteners and bushings, basic mechanical assembly/disassembly, basic inspection, adjustment, and troubleshooting. All equipment must be Festo brand name.
Full Details / Download:
https://apps.sceis.sc.gov/SCSolicitationWeb/contractSearch.do?solicitnumber=5400030320
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[speedrye]

I just noticed this solicitation this morning. What in the world is a "light tunnel" ?

Ad Title:
Scout Light Tunnel
Purchasing Agent/Entity:
SC Technical College System
Ad Publish Date:
October 14, 2026
Solicitation #:
5400030328
Direct Inquiries To:
Alexis Jackson
Bid/Submittal Due Date:
November 2, 2026 - 10:00am
Buyer Phone#:
803-896-5310
Buyer Email:
jacksona@sctechsystem.edu
Description:
The South Carolina Technical College System is seeking a qualified vendor to furnish and install a light tunnel at the Scout Motors Training Center. The light tunnel will support instructional activities and training demonstrations conducted at the facility. The vendor will need to provide plans for the physical structure and mechanical layout components based on the specifications below for approval prior to constructing and installing the light tunnel.
Pre-Bid Information:
Pre-bid will be 10/23/2026 at 10am online via teams. Invite will be sent to those who request it. Contact Alexis Jackson.
Full Details / Download:
https://apps.sceis.sc.gov/SCSolicitationWeb/contractSearch.do?solicitnumber=5400030328
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In the residential world, it's basically a skylight with a reflective tube from roof to work space. Sound like they're trying to give workers some natural light.

 

[THil08]

I just noticed this solicitation this morning. What in the world is a "light tunnel" ?

Ad Title:
Scout Light Tunnel
Purchasing Agent/Entity:
SC Technical College System
Ad Publish Date:
October 14, 2026
Solicitation #:
5400030328
Direct Inquiries To:
Alexis Jackson
Bid/Submittal Due Date:
November 2, 2026 - 10:00am
Buyer Phone#:
803-896-5310
Buyer Email:
jacksona@sctechsystem.edu
Description:
The South Carolina Technical College System is seeking a qualified vendor to furnish and install a light tunnel at the Scout Motors Training Center. The light tunnel will support instructional activities and training demonstrations conducted at the facility. The vendor will need to provide plans for the physical structure and mechanical layout components based on the specifications below for approval prior to constructing and installing the light tunnel.
Pre-Bid Information:
Pre-bid will be 10/23/2026 at 10am online via teams. Invite will be sent to those who request it. Contact Alexis Jackson.
Full Details / Download:
https://apps.sceis.sc.gov/SCSolicitationWeb/contractSearch.do?solicitnumber=5400030328
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A light tunnel.

It’s used at the end of the line or at certain check points to inspect a vehicle

 

[OleScout]

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A light tunnel.

It’s used at the end of the line or at certain check points to inspect a vehicle

Thanks for the clarification.

 

[speedrye]

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A light tunnel.

It’s used at the end of the line or at certain check points to inspect a vehicle

This makes me want to add lights to my garage walls...