Production & Distribution of a Natural Resources Documentary Film for IMAX (registered trademark) & Other Giant Screen Theaters

The Ohio Competitive Selection IDV (CSP020643) is focused on video production services, specifically the development and distribution of a giant screen documentary film about Ohio's natural resources. The contract enables the procurement of comprehensive film production services, including story development, location scouting, principal photography, post-production, distribution marketing, and educational outreach materials. Targeted for IMAX and giant screen theaters, the documentary will showcase Ohio's diverse landscapes, wildlife, and four seasonal environments, presenting a comprehensive visual narrative of the state's natural heritage.

The IDV is awarded to MacGillivray-Freeman Films, Inc. from Laguna Beach, California, with iWillCreate Media, LLC serving as a subcontractor, and is administered by the Ohio Department of Administrative Services (DAS). The contract has a total value of $2,485,000, with funds allocated across development, production, and distribution stages. The performance period spans from April 22, 2024, to December 31, 2026, with a planned theatrical release on September 30, 2025. As a Competitive Selection contract, it includes an Embedded Minority Set Aside Component and covers the entire state of Ohio, offering a structured payment model across 11 project milestones.