Life in Ancient Ohio Trading Cards series 2

The State of Ohio's Department of Administrative Services, specifically the General Services Division and State Printing & Mail Services, is seeking a contractor to produce 16,000 "Life in Ancient Ohio Trading Cards series 2" for the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR). The procurement involves digital, full-color printing of seven unique trading cards featuring prehistoric Ohio fossil species, with each card measuring 3.5x2.5 inches, utilizing 180lb stock with a satin finish, two-sided printing, and rounded corners. The cards will be packaged in shrink-wrapped packs of 250, contained in boxes not exceeding 40 pounds, with specific labeling requirements. The Invitation to Bid (ITB) requires bidders to submit proposals exclusively through the OhioBuys procurement platform, with a bid closing date of May 7, 2025, and a requested delivery date of June 20, 2025, to the ODNR Geological Survey in Columbus. Key requirements include that presswork cannot be subcontracted, and all invoices must reference job number SRC0000030370. Bidders must complete an Affirmation and Disclosure Form confirming service locations and compliance with Executive Orders regarding offshore services and data storage.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The procurement appears open to qualified printing contractors capable of meeting the detailed specifications for the educational trading card project. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the project is part of the Ohio Rocks! Earth Science Education program, suggesting potential ongoing educational initiatives. The trading card series covers prehistoric species ranging from the Early Silurian period to the Late Pleistocene epoch, indicating a comprehensive paleontological educational resource. Although a specific budget range is not provided, the project involves producing 16,000 cards across seven different designs, which suggests a moderate-scale printing contract. The successful vendor will need to demonstrate precise printing capabilities, adherence to specified dimensions and packaging requirements, and the ability to deliver high-quality, educational trading cards that meet the ODNR's scientific and educational standards.