COASTERS

The State of Ohio, through the Department of Administrative Services' General Services Division and State Printing & Mail Services, is seeking bids for a coaster printing contract (Bid Number SRC0000030679) specifically for the Ohio Department of Taxation. The procurement involves producing 500 coasters in three potential substrate options: 4mm Cork, 60pt Paper, or 4mm Felt, each measuring 4" x 4" and requiring full-color printing on one side. The solicitation was issued on May 7, 2025, with bid submissions due online by May 13, 2025, and a requested delivery date of May 30, 2025, or earlier to the Department of Taxation in Columbus, Ohio. Bidders must provide unit pricing for all three substrate options, with the agency retaining the right to select the final substrate for production. Key evaluation requirements include completing an Affirmation and Disclosure Form, adhering to strict presswork guidelines that prohibit subcontracting, and following specific packaging and delivery instructions. Invoicing must reference the job number and include a signed delivery receipt submitted to DAS State Printing.

The procurement does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises in the provided documentation. Bidders are required to disclose service locations and demonstrate compliance with executive orders regarding offshore services and data storage. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the contract appears to be a straightforward printing service with a relatively modest scope of 500 coasters. The document suggests that pricing will be determined through competitive unit pricing, with potential award values likely in the low to mid-thousands of dollars, depending on the selected substrate and printing specifications. The solicitation emphasizes operational transparency, requiring vendors to provide comprehensive information about their service capabilities and adherence to state procurement guidelines. Interested vendors must carefully review the Invitation to Bid document and ensure full compliance with all stated requirements to be considered for the contract award.