04-EO_2022-02D (2).pdf

This document is Executive Order 2022-02D issued by Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on March 3, 2022, establishing the State of Ohio's response to Russia's war on Ukraine. The order directs all state agencies, boards, commissions, educational institutions, and pension funds to divest from Russian institutions and companies, terminate existing contracts with Russian entities, and refrain from future investments or contracts with Russian institutions. The Department of Administrative Services, through Ohio's Chief Procurement Officer, must ensure all agency procurement officers implement standard contract language prohibiting purchases from Russian entities and require service providers to disclose business locations and affirm compliance.

The order establishes specific requirements for Agency Procurement Officers (APOs) including confirmation that all quotations and proposals reflect the prohibition on Russian services, adequate training on the order's terms, and updating of procurement manuals and procedures. The order defines "Company" broadly to include various business structures like corporations, partnerships, and joint ventures. This order works in conjunction with Executive Order 2019-12D regarding offshore services and will remain in effect until rescinded or modified by a future executive order.