How to bid on an Apex Raman spectrometer for Ohio DRC

What Ohio DRC is buying

The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction is seeking an Apex Raman spectrometer for Chillicothe Correctional Institution. The solicitation is SRC0000042628, listed in the spectrometers category.

Equipment vendors that can supply this type of instrument may want to review the posting and its documents before deciding whether to respond.

Deadline and submission

The response deadline is November 9, 2026, at 9:00 AM ET. Plan to submit through OhioBuys before that time; the solicitation details do not specify what happens to responses received after the deadline.

Who this opportunity may suit

This opportunity may suit suppliers of spectrometers and other firms that can provide the requested Apex Raman spectrometer. Review the solicitation documents to confirm the instrument and supplier requirements.

How to access and respond

Open solicitation SRC0000042628 on OhioBuys. Viewing the posting is public and does not require an account. OhioBuys clears its quick automated browser check in your browser.

To download documents or submit a response, sign in with a free OHID supplier account before the deadline.

Prepare a clear, competitive response

Read the full solicitation and all available documents before preparing your response. Check the requested instrument details and make sure your offer addresses each stated requirement.

Allow time to set up or verify your OHID supplier sign-in, gather accurate product and pricing information, and submit through OhioBuys well before the deadline. Confirm that the portal shows your response as submitted.