Real-Time Syndromic Surveillance Program RFP

The State will hold a virtual pre-Proposal conference on April 21, 2026, at 2:00PM Columbus, Ohio local time. Please see Section 3 of the RFP for further information.

The purpose of this RFP is to solicit proposals for a statewide syndromic surveillance system. The System will accept real-time or near-time data from emergency departments, inpatient hospitals, urgent care centers, and poison control centers.

If there is a need for technical support during your proposal submission in the last 48 hours prior to the submissions, contact 614-466-5090.  This number is for OhioBuys solicitation technical questions only; there will not be any questions answered regarding the solicitation.

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Please find resources below to aid with using OhioBuys and solicitations:

1. Using OhioBuys: https://procure.ohio.gov/bidders-and-suppliers/resources/03_Using+OhioBuys
2. Submitting a response: https://procure.ohio.gov/bidders-and-suppliers/resources/04_Submitting+a+Response
3. Additional Webinars regarding OhioBuys and Solicitations: https://procure.ohio.gov/bidders-and-suppliers/resources/bidder-and-supplier-training/01_Supplier+Webinars

To participate or submit an inquiry for this RFx, you need to be registered in the OhioBuys Supplier Portal. Suppliers are not required at this time to be registered in OAKS. If you have a need to seek technical support, clearly specify you need access to an active Ohio Buys solicitation.

Technical Support 1-877-644-6771