EO_2019-12D.pdf

Executive Order 2019-12D is an official policy document issued by Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, focused on prohibiting the expenditure of public funds for offshore services. The order mandates that no State Cabinet Agency, Board, or Commission shall enter into any contract using funds to purchase services to be provided outside the United States. The directive applies to all purchases of services made directly by an Executive Agency and services provided by subcontractors, with the goal of preserving and creating jobs within Ohio.

The order requires all agency procurement officers to include standard language in Executive Agency contracts that reflects the prohibition on offshore services. Contractors must affirm understanding of the order, disclose service locations, and provide details about data access, service locations, and business locations for both the contractor and subcontractors. Specific exceptions are outlined for services necessary to attract jobs to Ohio, academic and instructional services supporting international missions of Ohio's public colleges and universities, and potential emergency situations where the Director of Administrative Services may grant waivers.