E-Commerce Platform Development Design and develop a visually compelling, user-friendly, mobile responsive e-commerce website that is fully aligned to the “Ohio, the Heart of it All” brand guidelines Ensure site architecture allows for easy navigation, secure checkout, and integration with payment gateways. Develop the platform in a way that allows for seamless visual and functional integration with Ohio.org, including the potential for cross-linking, embedded storefront elements, or shared branding assets to create a unified user experience. Site Hosting and Maintenance Provide reliable and secure hosting services with high uptime and data protection standards Deliver regular maintenance and technical support to ensure optimal site performance and prompt issue resolution Ensure compliance with ADA accessibility standards and industry best practices for security and user data privacy. Merchandise Sourcing and Production Note: The Department of Development will not hold or procure any inventory. Source, produce, and manage inventory of high-quality branded merchandise including (but not limited to): Men & Women T-Shirts – Silkscreened Men & Women Polo Golf Shirts – Embroidered Baseball Caps – Embroidered Sweatshirts/Hoodies – Silkscreened Men & Women Jackets – Embroidered Men & Women Vests – Embroidered Winter Caps – Embroidered Coffee Mugs Stickers & Decals Water Bottles Provide expert recommendations on: Product styles and trends Tiered product quality levels (e.g., good, better, best) Logo placement and brand presentation on each item Source or manufacture high-quality merchandise that meets the Department’s brand guidelines and visual standards. Ensure all products meet quality control standards and feature the “Ohio, The Heart of it All” logo and branding in accordance with brand guidelines provided by the Ohio Department of Development. All final products, designs, and logo placements will be approved by the Department of Development prior to production or sale.
