University of Hawaii at Hilo bids, RFPs and contracts
Hilo, Hawaii3,729 students · hilo.hawaii.edu- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 9, 2026
- 29 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 16
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 9
- None open now
- Contracts
- 115
- 78 vendors
The 30-second brief
16 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in University of Hawaii at Hilo's meetings, most in professional services and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 9: University Allocates FY 2027 Strategic Funds for IT Infrastructure Upgrades.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Environmental Services and Administration & Finance.
Latest awards: SSFM for MKSOA Discusses Possible SSFM Contract Amendment (Sep 2026) and Sustainable Resources Group International Inc for consultant Engaged for Fuel Storage Upgrade Planning (Jun 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in University of Hawaii at Hilo's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations University of Hawaii at Hilo has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who University of Hawaii at Hilo buys from, taken from council records. 115 contracts with 78 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at University of Hawaii at Hilo.
Questions about University of Hawaii at Hilo
How do I become an approved vendor for University of Hawaii at Hilo?
University of Hawaii at Hilo currently works with 78 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and SUPPLIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 88 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 University of Hawaii at Hilo?
Small purchases under HI's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at University of Hawaii at Hilo include University Of Hawaii At Hilo — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), University Of Hawaii At Hilo — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and University Of Hawaii At Hilo — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), 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 University of Hawaii at Hilo publish RFPs?
University of Hawaii at Hilo publishes formal RFPs on its official website and HI's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 9 solicitations from University of Hawaii at Hilo. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Environmental Services, Administration & Finance. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at University of Hawaii at Hilo?
At University of Hawaii at Hilo, 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. Verified contact details are available for 88 decision-makers at University of Hawaii at Hilo.
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What does University of Hawaii at Hilo spend the most on?
Based on 527 tracked contracts, University of Hawaii at Hilo spends most on Capital Projects (274), Environmental Services (147), Administration & Finance (46), Community & Outreach (32), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (28). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and SUPPLIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are University of Hawaii at Hilo's current vendors?
University of Hawaii at Hilo currently works with vendors including SSFM, SUSTAINABLE RESOURCES GROUP INTERNATIONAL INC, MKSOA CONSULTANTS, HAYES, JIM, UNIVERSITY OF HAWAI‘I, M3 ENGINEERING, CMS, HAWAIʻI ANT LAB, TALSTAR PROFESSIONAL, and BISHOP MUSEUM. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and SUPPLIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is University of Hawaii at Hilo working on?
Based on 12 tracked meetings, University of Hawaii at Hilo is actively discussing: University Of Hawaii At Hilo — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), University Of Hawaii At Hilo — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), University Of Hawaii At Hilo — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Maunakea Board Meeting: Observatory Leases, Fuel Storage, Governance, and Maunakea Board Meeting: CMS Transition, Site Planning & Public Input. 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 University of Hawaii at Hilo have?
University of Hawaii at Hilo currently has 9 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (274), Environmental Services (147), and Administration & Finance (46). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, HI's state portal, and other sources.