Executive Order 2022-02D Summary

This is an Executive Order issued by the State of Ohio addressing procurement and contracting procedures. The order applies to the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction (ODRC) and other state agencies involved in competitive contracting processes. The Executive Order establishes requirements and guidelines governing how state agencies conduct solicitations, evaluate bids, and award contracts for goods and services, including professional services such as chaplaincy positions. The order outlines the procedural framework that agencies must follow when issuing requests for proposals, managing bidder communications, and selecting qualified contractors or service providers to fulfill state needs.

The Executive Order serves as a directive to standardize contracting practices across Ohio state agencies to ensure compliance with state procurement regulations and best practices. It addresses the governance structure and authority under which agencies like ODRC operate when seeking external service providers for specialized roles, including the Protestant Chaplain position at Grafton Correctional Institution. The order establishes the legal and procedural foundation that supports the state and local contract opportunity for chaplaincy services and ensures that all procurement activities are conducted in accordance with Ohio's established contracting requirements and competitive bidding standards.