Heap Posters, Brochures and Renovate Books 32042

The State of Ohio's Department of Administrative Services, General Services Division, Print Procurement is seeking a contractor to produce three specific print materials for the Ohio Department of Development through an Invitation to Bid (ITB) numbered SRC0000032042. The procurement requires the production of 5,000 HEAP Income Posters (11" x 14", four-color process), 25,000 HEAP Brochures (17" x 11", two-sided, four-color process), and 10,000 Renovate Right Books (5.5" x 8.5", 16-page saddle-stitched book). Specific technical requirements include printing at 600 dpi minimum, precise color reproduction, and detailed packaging instructions such as shrink-wrapping in specific quantities. The bid was released on July 2, 2025, with proposals due online by July 9, 2025, and a requested delivery date of July 29, 2025, to State Printing and Mail Services in Columbus, Ohio. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all specifications, with a mandatory requirement to bid on all items. Bidders must complete an Affirmation and Disclosure Form and comply with specific technical and packaging requirements.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. An Affirmation and Disclosure Form is required, which includes provisions about service locations, data storage, and compliance with Executive Orders regarding offshore services and purchasing restrictions. The bid documents indicate compliance requirements with federal and state regulations, particularly for the HEAP and lead-safe renovation materials being produced. While no specific budget range is detailed, the procurement involves the production of multiple printed materials for state energy assistance and renovation safety programs. The materials will support Ohio's Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) and lead-safe renovation guidance, targeting low-income residents and providing critical information about energy assistance and renovation safety. Contractors must demonstrate capability to meet precise printing specifications and deliver materials to State Printing and Mail Services in Columbus, Ohio by the specified delivery date.