PEP CARDS

The State of Ohio, specifically the Ohio Department of Health through the Department of Administrative Services, is seeking a procurement for 1,000 specialized PEP (Post-Exposure Prophylaxis) medical protocol cards. The contract requires the production of two distinct card versions: 500 "Immunocompromised cards" and 500 "Immunocompetent cards" with precise specifications. The cards must be manufactured using 20 mil PVC material, sized at 2.0" x 3.5", featuring two-sided printing with digital color process and bleeds, rounded corners, a matte finish, and a rectangular portrait slot punch for badge reel attachment. The procurement is specifically for Franklin County and is set to be awarded with a bid opening date of February 19, 2025. Delivery is expected by March 10, 2025, or earlier, to the Ohio Department of Health warehouse in Columbus. Bidders must submit pricing with no more than three decimal places and must bid on all items to be considered for the contract.

The solicitation includes specific requirements that effectively restrict potential vendors, including a mandatory Affirmation and Disclosure Form confirming all services will be performed within the United States. The contract explicitly prohibits offshore services and engagement with Russian institutions. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are mentioned, the detailed technical specifications suggest vendors must have advanced printing capabilities and experience with medical protocol documentation. Packaging requirements are strict, mandating that each card version be packaged separately in cartons not exceeding 35 pounds, with large jobs requiring palletization on 48" x 40" pallets capable of being moved with a pallet jack. Although a specific contract value is not disclosed, the technical complexity and precise specifications indicate this is a specialized procurement likely requiring a vendor with sophisticated printing and medical documentation production capabilities.