County of Hawaii - ENGINE FOR 2022 MCI D4000 TRANSIT COACH BUS - IFB 27-0048 (2026)
Hawaii CountyCounty · Hawaii County, HI- Due
- Oct 30, 2026
- 13 days left
- Posted
- Oct 15, 2026
- Primary contact
- Michael Lampard
- (808) 961-2801
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The County of Hawai'i Mass Transit Agency is requesting bids for a replacement ReCon X12 Cummins engine for a 2022 MCI D4000 transit coach bus, featuring ESN 75101592 and compatible with VIN 1M8D2W918NP105475. The required engine must be brand new and equipped with a turbo, water pump, air compressor, and EGR with EGR cooler, with no core return required. The contract requires delivery within 120 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed, FOB destination, freight prepaid. Bids are due by October 30, 2026, at 2:30 pm HST via the OpenGov Procurement System, with questions due by October 22, 2026. No bid bonds, performance bonds, insurance, or licenses are required for this procurement.
FURNISH AND DELIVER ENGINE FOR 2022 MCI D4000 TRANSIT COACH BUS
Price
SUMMARY
The County of Hawai'i Mass Transit Agency is requesting bids for a replacement ReCon X12 Cummins engine for a 2022 MCI D4000 transit coach bus, featuring ESN 75101592 and compatible with VIN 1M8D2W918NP105475.
The required engine must be brand new and equipped with a turbo, water pump, air compressor, and EGR with EGR cooler, with no core return required. The contract requires delivery within 120 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed, FOB destination, freight prepaid. Bids are due by October 30, 2026, at 2:30 pm HST via the OpenGov Procurement System, with questions due by October 22, 2026. No bid bonds, performance bonds, insurance, or licenses are required for this procurement.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
FURNISH AND DELIVER ENGINE FOR 2022 MCI D4000 TRANSIT COACH BUS
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Bidder-Proposal_Signature_Page, V8_FORM_(Rev_4-2026).pdf
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/hawaiicounty
- Scope location
- Hilo, HI
- Reported agency
- County of Hawaii
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from Hawaii County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 30, 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: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/hawaiicounty. For questions, contact Michael Lampard.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
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 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 Michael Lampard at (808) 961-2801. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: FURNISH AND DELIVER ENGINE FOR 2022 MCI D4000 TRANSIT COACH BUS. 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: "Price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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 October 30, 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: Bidder-Proposal_Signature_Page, V8_FORM_(Rev_4-2026).pdf. 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: Hilo, HI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.