Ohio Buys New Bidder.pdf

This document is an instructional guide for registering as a new bidder in Ohio|Buys, the State of Ohio's online purchasing system operated by the Ohio Department of Administrative Services. The guide provides detailed step-by-step instructions for creating an OHIID account and completing the Bidder Registration Request process. The system allows suppliers to access procurement opportunities, view solicitations, and submit bids. Support is available through the Ohio Shared Services Help Desk via email at OBM.ContactCenter@obm.ohio.gov or phone at 614-338-4781/1-877-644-6771.

The registration process requires companies to provide their Tax ID Number (TIN/EIN/SSN), legal business name, Secretary of State Charter/Entity Number if applicable, and complete address information. Companies must also select relevant commodities they provide and can indicate any EOD Designations (EDGE, MBE, and/or VBE) with corresponding certification details. The system uses a secure single sign-on (OHIID) that requires email verification, password creation meeting specific criteria, and security verification. Once registered and approved by the State of Ohio, the person completing the registration becomes the Supplier Administrator with the ability to add additional users to the company's account.