Press Room >> 2009 Press Releases For immediate release Ohio Tourism Division Seeks Publications Publisher COLUMBUS – The Ohio Tourism Division has announced the posting of a two-year contract to publish Ohio’s tourism publications. The Division is seeking an innovative, effective, and experienced publisher to create, produce, and deliver a print and online version of the Ohio Travel Planner (annually) and Ohio Calendar of Events (spring/summer and fall/winter issues) for fiscal years 2010 and 2011. # # #
Thursday, January 15, 2009
The current publisher of record agreement will expire at the end of fiscal year 2009, and the state is required to bid out the agreement to ensure a free and open competition for potential publishers.
The Division encourages all agencies interested to view the details page for the bid opportunity at http://procure.ohio.gov/proc/viewProcOpps.asp?oppID=6621. Clicking on the link that reads "Click to View Document" will provide the Request for Proposal document in PDF format. Any inquires about the process from perspective publishers will be accepted through the Web site until 8 a.m. on Jan. 28. Proposals are due by 1 p.m. on Feb. 4 .
The Ohio Tourism Division is the premier source of information for travelers and media about Ohio’s vibrant tourism experiences, attractions, and economy. Division marketing programs contributed to an estimated $38 billion in visitor sales in 2007 and 454,000 jobs sustained by visitors to the state. A part of the Ohio Department of Development, the Division’s mission is to promote and celebrate Ohio’s unique travel opportunities and market the state’s outstanding quality of life.
Media contacts: Tamara Brown at 614.466.8591
or the Communications and Marketing Office at 614.466.2609