County of Hawaiʻi Office of Housing & Community Development Emergency Solutions Grant PY2027 RFP
county of Hawaii, Hilo, HI·Local Housing Authority
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- Reported Agency
- County of Hawaiʻi
- Primary Contact
- Grants Management Division · (808) 961-8379
- Contract Term
- 1 year
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope Location
- Hilo, HI
- Submission Address
- [email protected]
SUMMARY
The County of Hawaiʻi Office of Housing & Community Development (OHCD) is soliciting proposals for the Program Year 2027 (PY2027) Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) funding. Approximately $255,000 is anticipated to be available for projects including Street Outreach (SO), Emergency Shelter (ES), Homelessness Prevention (HP), Rapid Re-Housing (RRH), and Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) activities. The primary goal is to assist individuals and families in regaining stability in permanent housing after a crisis. Applicants must be private nonprofit organizations authorized to do business in Hawaiʻi and must provide a 100% match for awarded funds. Proposals are due via email as a password-protected .zip file by November 16, 2026, at 4:30 PM HST, with a mandatory follow-up phone call to provide the file password.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Community Need and Service Gap, Alignment with County ESG and CoC Priorities, Program Design, Participant Access, Service Coordination, Performance, Implementation Readiness, Risk Management, Budget, Match, Financial Capacity, Organizational Capacity, Staffing, Past Performance
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Hawaiʻi Compliance Express Certificate, SAM.gov and UEI documentation, Charter or Articles of Incorporation, Current bylaws, IRS tax-exempt determination letter, Board of Directors list, Authorized-signatory resolution, Detailed budget and budget narrative, Match commitment documentation, Financial statements, Single Audit documentation, Organizational operating budget, Financial-management policies, Procurement policy, Cost-allocation plan, Organizational chart, Key personnel résumés, Job descriptions, Conflict-of-Interest Disclosure, Applicant Certification, Proposal Submission Checklist
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How do I respond to this RFP from county of Hawaii?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 16, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Grants Management Division.
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Community Need and Service Gap, Alignment with County ESG and CoC Priorities, Program Design, Participant Access, Service Coordination, Performance, Implementation Readiness, Risk Management, Budget,..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from county of Hawaii?
All active and historical solicitations from county of Hawaii are tracked and searchable. As a local housing authority agency, county of Hawaii 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 16, 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 RFP?
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: Hawaiʻi Compliance Express Certificate, SAM.gov and UEI documentation, Charter or Articles of Incorporation, Current bylaws, IRS tax-exempt determination letter, Board of Directors list, Authorized-si. Review the full document from county of Hawaii for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including county of Hawaii 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 RFP 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 Grants Management Division at (808) 961-8379. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Hilo, HI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
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