Regional Guides Initiative for TourismOhio

Location: Ohio
Posted: Jul 21, 2026
Due: Aug 19, 2026
Agency: State Government of Ohio
Type of Government: State & Local
Category:
  • 76 - Books, Maps, and Other Publications
Solicitation No: SRC0000040683
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Solicitation ID: SRC0000040683
Solicitation Name: Regional Guides Initiative for TourismOhio
Original Begin Date: 7/21/2026 2:26:07 PM
Begin Date: 7/21/2026 2:26:07 PM
End Date: 8/19/2026 2:30:00 PM
Inquiry End Date: 8/11/2026 2:30:00 PM
Commodity: Published Products
MBE Set Aside: MBE Set Aside
Agency: DEV101230 BUDGET & FINANCE RFTR27
DEV-Dept of Development
Solicitation Status: Open for Bidding
Solicitation Type: Request For Proposal (RFP) (Double Envelope)

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Solicitation ID
SRC0000040683
Solicitation Name
Regional Guides Initiative for TourismOhio
RFx Type
Request For Proposal (RFP) (Double Envelope)
Lot #
1
Solicitation Status
Open for Bidding
Round #
1
MBE Set Aside
Begin Date
7/21/2026 2:26:07 PM (ET)
Amendment?
End Date
8/19/2026 2:30:00 PM (ET)
Inquiry End Date
8/11/2026 2:30:00 PM
Summary

TourismOhio seeks an innovative and experienced publishing partner to collaborate on a new initiative to produce Regional Guides to showcase Ohio’s five regions as places to visit, live, learn, and build a future. Through compelling photography, authentic storytelling, and practical information, these guides will help audiences envision what life in Ohio looks like—not just for a weekend, but for years to come.

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