PWC Barkcamp Fire Ring Steel Blanks

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is seeking steel blanks for fire ring production at Barkcamp State Park through a competitive bidding process. The procurement involves 775 pieces of 3/16" thick raw steel blanks measuring 8" wide and 88" long, which will be used to fabricate fire rings at ODNR facilities. Each steel blank must include ODNR lettering cut into two equally spaced locations, with lettering specifications of 3.25" in height and 14" in length. Additionally, the contract requires 2,325 pieces of 8" long angle iron or bent steel (three 8" legs per ring) made from 3/16" x 2" x 2" angle. The solicitation will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder by line item, with the procurement covering Belmont County and posted on February 26, 2025, with a response deadline of March 13, 2025. All deliveries must be F.O.B. Destination/Pre-Paid/Allowed to Barkcamp State Park, with freight costs borne by the contractor, and the purchase order valid through June 30, 2025.

The contract opportunity provides preference points for various business classifications, including a 5% preference for the first preference category and 2% for second and third preference categories such as Buy American, Buy Ohio, and Veteran-Friendly Business preferences. Potential bidders must be registered on OhioBuys, the state's electronic procurement platform, and obtain an OH|ID credential with a valid email address. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, vendors must comply with Ohio Administrative Code requirements and provide proof of insurance with minimum limits of $1,000,000 for commercial general liability, automobile liability, and workers' compensation. The procurement supports MBE (Minority Business Enterprise) and EDGE (Encouraging Diversity, Growth and Equity) participation, suggesting opportunities for diverse businesses. Interested suppliers can access additional information through OhioBuys and obtain support from the Ohio Shared Services Team if needed. The contract represents a focused procurement for specialized steel fabrication components for state park infrastructure.