Fair promo items

The Ohio Department of Higher Education (ODHE) is soliciting bids for a contractor to supply a range of promotional items for distribution at fairs, aiming to enhance the visibility and outreach of their educational initiatives. The contractor will be responsible for delivering 16,000 promotional items by June 30th, 2025, to the ODHE's office located at 25 South Front Street, 7th Floor, Columbus, Ohio. The items required include 2,500 Aspire Ripstop Utility Zipper Pouches with Carabiner, 2,500 Choose Ohio First Small Zip Bags, 1,500 CCP Twin Pocket Pencil Pouches, 1,500 Shake-A-Word Games, 3,000 USA Hacky Sack Kick Balls, 2,500 Drawstring Backpacks with Front Zipper Pocket, and 2,500 Customized Logo Standard Playing Cards. The promotional products will feature respective logos and color schemes that align with each program being promoted. ODHE's contract falls under the SLED (State, Local, and Education) Contract Opportunity category and targets procurement in the advertising, promotional, and public relations services sector as indicated by the NAICS code 541890. Interested parties must submit their proposals by April 2nd, 2025. The project is managed by DAS-Administrative Services, with Barry Zimmerman as the primary contact, offering clarity and assistance regarding project specifications and expectations. The estimated contract value ranges from $80,000 to $120,000, ensuring a significant investment in the department's promotional efforts.