6975IE PCI Art Classes

The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation & Correction, specifically the Pickaway Correctional Institution (PCI), is soliciting a contractor to provide art instruction services for incarcerated individuals. The procurement involves delivering 16 two-hour art classes to groups of 12-15 participants, focusing on drawing, painting, and other approved art mediums. These classes will be conducted at PCI's facility in Orient, Ohio, with the schedule to be mutually determined. Contractors must possess demonstrable art instruction experience, successfully pass a background check, and meet stringent security clearance requirements. Prior to service commencement, the selected contractor must submit a comprehensive syllabus for review and approval. The solicitation requires all bid submissions to be completed through Ohio|Buys by January 9, 2025, at 4:00:00 p.m. Columbus time. Evaluation criteria will include the bidder's experience, financial condition, past performance, management skills, and overall ability to execute the contract effectively.

The procurement does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, as determined by ODRC and in accordance with Ohio Revised Code. While no incumbent vendor is identified, the solicitation requires extensive compliance documentation, including an Affirmative Action Program Verification Certificate, Certificate of Liability Insurance, Bureau of Workers Compensation Certificate, and an Affirmation & Disclosure Form related to offshore services and the Ukraine crisis. Contractors must affirm that services will be performed within the United States and disclose any potential offshore service locations. The specific compensation rate will be determined through a quick quote solicitation process, and PCI will provide basic art supplies, though contractors may propose additional materials for approval. Potential bidders should note that the state assumes no responsibility for bid preparation costs, and the usage estimates provided are not guarantees of actual purchases.