Drinking Fountain with Bottle Filler 4/7/2026

The State of Ohio is soliciting competitive bids through the Ohio Buys procurement process for the supply and delivery of drinking fountains with integrated bottle filler units. The procurement is open to qualified vendors capable of providing these products with all associated shipping costs included in their bid submissions. The evaluation will be conducted on a lowest-bid basis, with price being the primary determining factor for award. The deadline for proposal submission is April 21, 2026, providing potential bidders with a two-week window from the posting date of April 7, 2026 to prepare and submit their bids. While specific technical specifications, quantity requirements, and detailed product standards are not enumerated in the available documentation, bidders should anticipate that submissions will need to address product quality, delivery timelines, and total cost of ownership including transportation to the designated location or locations within Ohio.

The procurement documentation does not indicate any specific set-aside provisions for disadvantaged business enterprises, minority-owned businesses, or other protected classes, nor does it reference any incumbent vendors or existing contractor relationships that would require consideration. No information regarding existing infrastructure requirements or technology integration needs has been provided in the available contract materials. Similarly, the documentation does not specify an award value, budget range, or quantity of drinking fountains with bottle fillers required for this procurement. Interested vendors should consult the full Ohio Buys solicitation posting for additional specifications, technical requirements, and submission instructions necessary to prepare a competitive bid response.