PWC Mohican Visitor Center Camper Play Exhibit

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is seeking a vendor to fabricate two custom exhibit components for the Mohican State Park Visitor Center: a Play Camper and a Scanner Station. The Play Camper will be a 7' long by 5' tall interactive exhibit featuring an interior floor plan with a 4' wide by 2' deep kitchenette and a 1.5" wide by 4' deep bench, designed to enhance visitor engagement. The complementary Scanner Station will measure 57" tall with a 24" countertop, 26" width, and 24" depth, including a low cabinet with lockable doors and space for a scanner arm and wall-mounted monitor. The project is located in Ashland County and requires precise fabrication according to detailed specifications provided in the CamperSpecs1.1.pdf document. The procurement is scheduled for completion by July 29, 2025, with a contract validity through June 30, 2025. Bidders are encouraged to conduct a site visit and will be evaluated based on being the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. The point of contact for this opportunity is Sarah Mill, reachable at sarah.mill@dnr.ohio.gov or 614-265-6561.

While no specific set-aside designations were explicitly detailed in the documents, contractors must complete an Affirmation and Disclosure Form ensuring all services and data remain within the United States. Vendors must comply with Ohio's Standard Terms and Conditions, which include requirements for maintaining confidential information, conducting background checks, and adhering to state IT security policies. The procurement will be processed through OhioBuys, the state's procurement platform, which requires suppliers to obtain an OH|ID credential. Invoicing will be managed through Ohio Shared Services, with specific requirements for invoice submission, including the Purchase Order number, complete itemization of services, and precise documentation. Though no specific budget range was provided, the comprehensive technical specifications and strict procedural requirements suggest a structured and professional procurement process targeting qualified exhibit fabrication contractors with experience in creating interactive, educational display components.