City and County of Honolulu bids, RFPs and contracts
Honolulu, HawaiiPop. 988,703 · Hawaii.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 24, 2026
- 40 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 9
- Open bids
- 9+
- Next due Nov 4
- Contracts
- 12
- 12 vendors
The 30-second brief
9 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City and County of Honolulu's meetings, most in capital projects and grants. The latest, from Sep 24: The committee scheduled action on a conceptual plan for the 1588 Ala Moana mixed-use development at 1450 Ala Moana Boulevard. The CD1 text says the project would include affordable rental units, a $5 million monetary contribution for Complete Streets improvements, a new City bus stop or adopted bus stop improvements, and a bikeshare station. Because this is still a conceptual-plan vote, the work is not awarded, but the agenda gives a clear development trigger and future coordination points.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Safety.
9+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 4. Latest awards: Kaluhiwa, Leialoha "Rocky" for honolulu Committee Considers Nature Park Rental Agreement (Sep 2026) and Haskell Foundation for council Considers Haskell Foundation Travel Gift ($1,301.04, Sep 2026).
9 pre-RFPs tracked at City and County of Honolulu. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City and County of Honolulu's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City and County of Honolulu is accepting responses to now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City and County of Honolulu buys from, taken from council records. 12 contracts with 12 vendors.
Questions about City and County of Honolulu
How do I become an approved vendor for City and County of Honolulu?
City and County of Honolulu currently works with 12 vendors across contract types including FACILITIES, OTHER, EQUIPMENT, TRANSPORTATION, and Partnership. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.
How do I win a contract with City and County of Honolulu?
Small purchases under HI's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City and County of Honolulu include city and county of Honolulu — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), city and county of Honolulu — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and North Shore Sustainability Plan Meeting: Implications & Opportunities, suggesting active spending in these areas. The key is timing: reach the right department head while they're still scoping the project, not after the RFP is already live. Monitoring what agencies are discussing and spending on helps you start conversations before the competition.
Where does City and County of Honolulu publish RFPs?
City and County of Honolulu publishes formal RFPs on its official website and HI's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 329 solicitations from City and County of Honolulu. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Safety. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City and County of Honolulu?
At City and County of Honolulu, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call.
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What does City and County of Honolulu spend the most on?
Based on 91 tracked contracts, City and County of Honolulu spends most on Capital Projects (60), Grants (9), Public Safety (8), Public Works (8), and Transportation (6). Contract types include FACILITIES, OTHER, EQUIPMENT, TRANSPORTATION, and Partnership. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City and County of Honolulu's current vendors?
City and County of Honolulu currently works with vendors including KALUHIWA, LEIALOHA "ROCKY", HASKELL FOUNDATION, IDEMIA, ALL ISLAND WRECKERS, HAWAII STATE PUBLIC LIBRARY, KAWAHARA, MARJORY JEAN P, MARQUEZ, DEIOLEEN, HAYSLIP, ROBERT M, MARJORY JEAN P KAWAHARA IRREVOCABLE TRUST, and KAWAHARA, MARK H. These vendors span contract types like FACILITIES, OTHER, EQUIPMENT, TRANSPORTATION, and Partnership. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is City and County of Honolulu working on?
Based on 7 tracked meetings, City and County of Honolulu is actively discussing: city and county of Honolulu — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), city and county of Honolulu — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), North Shore Sustainability Plan Meeting: Implications & Opportunities, Honolulu Charter Commission Approves Timeline & Input Forms, and Honolulu Charter Commission Reviews Timetable for 2025-2026 Session. These meeting topics indicate active project areas where the agency is scoping requirements, allocating budget, or evaluating vendors — often 6–18 months before formal RFPs are published.
How many active solicitations does City and County of Honolulu have?
City and County of Honolulu currently has 329 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (60), Grants (9), and Public Safety (8). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, HI's state portal, and other sources.