Hoop Houses for State Nursery

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking to purchase 10 hoop house kits for the new Buckeye State Nursery in Zanesville, Ohio. The hoop houses must meet detailed specifications, including dimensions, wind/snow load ratings, end wall materials, poly covering, roll-up side curtains, inflation/ventilation systems, and heating systems. The contract also provides for up to 6 months of installation support services from the contractor, although DNR will be responsible for assembling the hoop houses. This is a one-time procurement, and the state makes no guarantee regarding the purchase volume. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on the total bid price, and delivery must be made within 42 days of the order receipt to the Buckeye State Nursery in Zanesville. Bidders may be required to submit descriptive literature for evaluation.

This Invitation to Bid solicitation is open to qualified vendors in the jurisdictions of Muskingum County, Youngstown City, and Youngstown City. There are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The state has not listed any incumbent vendors or current contractors, and the procurement does not require integration with any existing infrastructure or technology. The budget range for this contract has not been specified.