Hawaii County bids, RFPs and contracts
Hilo, HawaiiPop. 210,043 · hawaiicounty.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 21, 2026
- 13 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 171
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 7+
- Next due Nov 5
- Contracts
- 3,668
- 1,660 vendors
The 30-second brief
171 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Hawaii County's meetings, most in equipment and public works. The latest, from Oct 21: The council agenda added the Mass Transit Agency Kailua-Kona Hub and Park & Ride Facility to the capital budget. The project value was $5,000,000, funded by general obligation bonds, the Capital Projects Fund balance, or other sources. This is an early funding signal for transit facility planning and eventual design and construction procurement. The amendment required a two-thirds vote at the October 21, 2026 meeting.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
7+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 5. Latest awards: Action 4 Animals Hawaii for county Considers $3,000 Animal Wellness Grant ($3,000, Oct 2026) and Friends of Hale ‘oluea Clubhouse for county Considers Mental Health Event Grant ($5,000, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Hawaii County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Hawaii County is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Hawaii County buys from, taken from council records. 3,668 contracts with 1,660 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Hawaii County.
Questions about Hawaii County
How do I become an approved vendor for Hawaii County?
Hawaii County currently works with 1,660 vendors across contract types including OTHER, EQUIPMENT, and STAFFING. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 131 known contacts at this agency to help you find the right point of entry. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.
How do I win a contract with Hawaii County?
Small purchases under HI's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Hawaii County include Hawaii County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Hawai'i County Veterans Advisory Committee Meeting Summary (Nov 19, 2025), and Hawaii County Code Amendments: Business Impacts and Zoning Changes (2025), 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 Hawaii County publish RFPs?
Hawaii County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and HI's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 74 solicitations from Hawaii County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Hawaii County?
At Hawaii County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Planning, Mass Transit Agency, City Council, and Fire. Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call. Verified contact details are available for 131 decision-makers at Hawaii County.
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What does Hawaii County spend the most on?
Based on 5,720 tracked contracts, Hawaii County spends most on Capital Projects (2,565), Grants (1,912), Public Works (668), County Taxes (315), and Public Safety (260). Contract types include OTHER, EQUIPMENT, and STAFFING. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Hawaii County's current vendors?
Hawaii County currently works with vendors including ACTION 4 ANIMALS HAWAII, FRIENDS OF HALE ‘OLUEA CLUBHOUSE, HIKI OLA, UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING & URBAN DEVELOPMENT, NORTH KOHALA COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER, ‘O KA‘Ū KĀKOU, ISLAND OF HAWAI‘I YMCA, GG FOUNDATION, MANNION, MATTHEW L, and OLIVEIRA, DARRYL J. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, EQUIPMENT, and STAFFING. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Hawaii County working on?
Based on 19 tracked meetings, Hawaii County is actively discussing: Hawaii County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Hawai'i County Veterans Advisory Committee Meeting Summary (Nov 19, 2025), Hawaii County Code Amendments: Business Impacts and Zoning Changes (2025), Hawai'i County Council Approves Grants, Leases, Budget Amendments, and Hawai'i County Council Finance Committee Meeting Summary, Oct 21, 2025. 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 Hawaii County have?
Hawaii County currently has 74 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (2,565), Grants (1,912), and Public Works (668). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, HI's state portal, and other sources.