06-INSTRUCTIONS_ON_HOW_TO_REGISTER_AS_A_PAYEE_.pdf06-INSTRUCTIONS_ON_HOW_TO_REGISTER_AS_A_PAYEE_.pdf

This is an instructional guidance document issued by the State of Ohio regarding vendor registration and payment procedures for state contracts. The document provides step-by-step instructions for vendors seeking to conduct business with Ohio state agencies, specifically outlining the process for creating an OH/ID account and registering with the Ohio Pays system, which serves as the state's centralized payment platform. The instructions direct vendors to first establish an OH/ID account through OHID.ohio.gov, then proceed to register on the Ohio Pays website at https://ohiopays.ohio.gov by accessing the "Getting Started" and "How to Register" sections. Vendors must complete the full registration process and provide Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) banking information to receive direct deposit payments from the state. The document provides contact information for technical support through OBM Shared Services at 1-877-644-6771 for vendors experiencing registration issues.

This guidance document applies to all vendors and contractors seeking payment for goods or services provided to Ohio state entities. The requirement for EFT enrollment ensures that all state payments are processed through direct deposit to vendor bank accounts. Support resources are available through both telephone contact with the OBM Shared Services Payee Group and through an online help form accessible via the Ohio Pays website contact portal. Vendors must complete the registration process prior to contract award to ensure their eligibility to receive payment for contracted work.