City & County of Honolulu - Furnish and Deliver Uniform Shorts - RFB-OSD-2070502 (2026)
city and county of HonoluluLocal Housing Authority · Honolulu, HI- Due
- Oct 22, 2026
- 5 days left
- Posted
- Sep 17, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Kevin Gentry
- (808) 768-5535
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City & County of Honolulu, Ocean Safety Department is seeking bids for furnishing and delivering uniform shorts under solicitation RFB-OSD-2070502. The required items include uniform athletic, surf, and board shorts in red and black, featuring the HOSD seal and department logo screen-printed on the front left leg. Specifications call for durable, water-repellent, quick-drying 4-way stretch fabric with drawcord/cinch-fly closures and specific branding guidelines. Quantities include 1,000 pairs of red shorts and 1,000 pairs of black shorts in men's sizes 28 through 40 on an as-needed basis over a 24-month contract term, with a 1-year warranty against manufacturing defects. Hardcopy offers are due by October 22, 2026, at 14:00 HST, submitted to the Division of Purchasing at Honolulu City Hall. Questions regarding the solicitation must be emailed to [email protected].
Uniform Athletic/Surf/Board Shorts (RED), Uniform Athletic/Surf/Board Shorts (BLACK)
Lowest Total Sum Bid
SUMMARY
The City & County of Honolulu, Ocean Safety Department is seeking bids for furnishing and delivering uniform shorts under solicitation RFB-OSD-2070502.
The required items include uniform athletic, surf, and board shorts in red and black, featuring the HOSD seal and department logo screen-printed on the front left leg. Specifications call for durable, water-repellent, quick-drying 4-way stretch fabric with drawcord/cinch-fly closures and specific branding guidelines. Quantities include 1,000 pairs of red shorts and 1,000 pairs of black shorts in men's sizes 28 through 40 on an as-needed basis over a 24-month contract term, with a 1-year warranty against manufacturing defects. Hardcopy offers are due by October 22, 2026, at 14:00 HST, submitted to the Division of Purchasing at Honolulu City Hall. Questions regarding the solicitation must be emailed to [email protected].
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest Total Sum Bid
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Uniform Athletic/Surf/Board Shorts (RED), Uniform Athletic/Surf/Board Shorts (BLACK)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Hawaii Bidder/Offeror Preference Certification Form, Certificate of Acceptance of Solicitation Requirements
- Submit to
- Division of Purchasing, Department of Budget and Fiscal Services, 530 South King Street, Room 115, City Hall, Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
- Duration
- 24 months
- Scope location
- Oahu, HI
- Reported agency
- City & County of Honolulu
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from city and county of Honolulu?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 22, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Division of Purchasing, Department of Budget and Fiscal Services, 530 South King Street, Room 115, City Hall, Honolulu, Hawaii 96813. For questions, contact Kevin Gentry.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including city and county of Honolulu in HI, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Kevin Gentry at (808) 768-5535. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Uniform Athletic/Surf/Board Shorts (RED), Uniform Athletic/Surf/Board Shorts (BLACK). Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest Total Sum Bid" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from city and county of Honolulu?
All active and historical solicitations from city and county of Honolulu are tracked and searchable. As a local housing authority agency, city and county of Honolulu regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 22, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Hawaii Bidder/Offeror Preference Certification Form, Certificate of Acceptance of Solicitation Requirements. Review the full document from city and county of Honolulu for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Oahu, HI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.