Writing Utensils, Pens, Pencils, Highlighters and Imprinted Writing Utensils

The Ohio Requisite Program CRP30817 is an Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) focused on providing writing instruments and related office supply products to state agencies, higher education institutions, and cooperative purchasing members. The contract covers a comprehensive range of writing utensils, including ballpoint pens, gel pens, markers, highlighters, mechanical pencils, and accessories from brands such as BIC, PaperMate, Pilot, Sharpie, Pentel, and Expo. Procurement through this vehicle allows for flexible ordering with minimum purchase requirements of $20, diverse ink color options, and various tip styles to meet the specific needs of government and educational organizations.

The master contract is awarded to the Center for Individual & Family Services and is administered by the Ohio Department of Administrative Services (DAS). The contract period runs from April 1, 2024, to March 31, 2027, with an effective amendment date of February 1, 2025. State agencies can utilize this contract for purchases up to $2,500 using the State of Ohio Payment Card, with larger purchases requiring an official state purchase order. The contract provides standard lead times of two to three days for in-stock items and up to 30 days for non-stocked items, offering a streamlined procurement process for writing instruments across Ohio's 88 counties.