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The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction has issued Invitation to Bid SRC0000033552 for satellite television services at the Belmont Correctional Institution. The contract provides for the delivery of services to 2,450 outlets, including an expansion of the channel lineup to 42 satellite channels and the integration of 30 over-the-air channels. Key technical requirements include upgrading to digital modulation, rewiring the head-end area, installing two additional four-post equipment racks, and upgrading facility amplifiers. The total estimated contract value is 698,544 dollars, based on a monthly billing rate of 9,702 dollars over a 72-month term, with potential renewals up to six years depending on funding. The contract is awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder and is governed by the laws of the State of Ohio. The selected contractor must comply with strict regulatory requirements, including Executive Order 2019-12D and 2022-02D, which prohibit the use of public funds for offshore services and forbid contracts with Russian institutions. Additionally, the contractor must maintain a minimum of 1,000,000 dollars in employer's liability insurance and provide an approved Affirmative Action Plan. Payments are processed via electronic funds transfer on a 30-day cycle following the receipt of a proper invoice. Performance is subject to liquidated damages of 1% of the order value per day for non-compliance.