Purchasing

Save the Date!

If you're a local business owner, contractor, or supplier that would like to work with The Wilds, this is your chance to connect and explore how we support the work of protecting endangered species, right here in Ohio, together.

Join us on Monday, July 29 from 10am–2pm at the Muskingum University Roberta A. Smith Library for a special forum focused on strengthening local partnerships and opening doors to new opportunities.

Learn how to become a registered vendor in B2GNow.
Hear about upcoming projects and business opportunities
Connect with our Purchasing Team
Get support as a small or minority-owned business
Learn how The Wilds is committed to local, sustainable sourcing

Bookmark this page! Registration will open soon.

Partner with Purpose: Become a Valued Supplier!

Whether you're looking to do business with the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, Zoombezi Bay, The Wilds, or Safari Golf Club, we invite you to join us in making a difference. Our commitment to conservation, education, and guest experience reaches millions each year—and none of it is possible without the support of trusted vendors and suppliers.

We’re always striving to build strong, diverse relationships with businesses that share our values and our mission: Empowering People. Saving Wildlife. By partnering with us, your company plays a key role in helping our parks thrive—while gaining access to meaningful, ongoing opportunities across four dynamic destinations.

Columbus Zoo The Wilds Zoombezi Bay Safari Golf Club

What You Can Expect from Us

Fair, transparent processes for all requests for proposals, qualifications, and bids
High ethical standards upheld by every purchasing decision-maker
Open competition through public quote and bid requests
Opportunities for diverse businesses to grow and succeed through inclusive practices

Using B2GNow

All upcoming opportunities for the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, The Wilds, Zoombezi Bay, and Safari Golf Club will be advertised exclusively through B2GNow.

We use a third-party vendor management system called B2GNow to streamline the process. This platform allows businesses to:

Register as a potential vendor
View open bid opportunities
Receive automatic notifications
Track and update business details

Vendor Forms

If you’ve recently been awarded a contract or need to update your vendor details, please complete and submit the appropriate form below using our secure vendor portal:

New Vendor Information Form Update Existing Vendor Info