County of Hawaii - Custom Fire Engine for the Hawai'i Fire Department - IFB 27-0070 (2026)
Hawaii CountyCounty · Hilo, HI- Due
- Nov 10, 2026
- 7 days left
- Posted
- Oct 20, 2026
- Primary contact
- Nicole Charon
- (808) 961-8498
The 30-second brief
Furnish and deliver one (1) custom stock fire engine to maintain operational readiness and ensure reliable emergency response capabilities for the Hawai'i Fire Department, County of Hawaii. This procurement seeks a custom stock fire engine vehicle to support emergency response and firefighting operations in Hawaii, HI. Bids are due by November 10, 2026, at 2:00 pm HST, with questions/requests for substitution due by October 30, 2026. Sealed tenders will be received electronically on the OpenGov Procurement System.
One (1) custom stock fire engine
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Summary
Furnish and deliver one (1) custom stock fire engine to maintain operational readiness and ensure reliable emergency response capabilities for the Hawai'i Fire Department, County of Hawaii.
This procurement seeks a custom stock fire engine vehicle to support emergency response and firefighting operations in Hawaii, HI. Bids are due by November 10, 2026, at 2:00 pm HST, with questions/requests for substitution due by October 30, 2026. Sealed tenders will be received electronically on the OpenGov Procurement System.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
One (1) custom stock fire engine
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/hawaiicounty
- Scope location
- Hawaii, HI
- Reported agency
- County of Hawaii
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Hawaii County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 10, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/hawaiicounty. For questions, contact Nicole Charon.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Hawaii County 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 IFB 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 Nicole Charon at (808) 961-8498. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: One (1) custom stock fire engine. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Hawaii County?
All active and historical solicitations from Hawaii County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Hawaii County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 10, 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 IFB?
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. Review the full document from Hawaii County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Hawaii, HI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.