The Ohio Department of Health Office of Human Resources 58032 SFY26 27 Respirator Fit Testing

The Ohio Department of Health is issuing a contract for respirator fit testing services to ensure employee safety during routine job performance. The contract mandates that employees requiring respirators as part of their personal protective equipment be provided with OSHA-compliant fit testing, which must be conducted by trained personnel capable of evaluating medical clearance forms, performing physical examinations if necessary, and conducting respiratory fit tests. The awarded vendor must demonstrate the ability to perform all three components through quotes, adhering to detailed instructions and formatting specified in the Request for Proposal (RFP) documents. The contract is valued between $50,000 and $200,000 and is part of the state's efforts to maintain health and safety standards for its workforce. The solicitation, posted on September 29, 2025, with a response deadline of October 23, 2025, falls under NAICS code 621399, which pertains to miscellaneous health practitioners. The project is managed by the Ohio Department of Health, a state-level agency, and the procurement process is accessible through the OhioBuys portal. This contract is part of a broader procurement landscape that includes various projects such as conduit installation, ammunition purchase, sign shop equipment, and dump truck upfitting services, each with specific bidding timelines and technical requirements. The respirator fit testing contract emphasizes compliance with OSHA standards and the importance of qualified service providers to support the health and safety of state employees.