County of Hawaii - Jet Skis for Hawaii Fire Department - R2701477 (2026)
Hawaii CountyCounty · Hawaii County, HI- Due
- Oct 12, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 7, 2026
- Primary contact
- Tina Louise DeMello
- (808) 961-8977
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The County of Hawaii is seeking quotations for the procurement of two 2025 or newer Yamaha FX HO watercraft for the Hawaii Fire Department. The scope of goods includes 1.8L or greater high-output Yamaha marine engines, 1898CC displacement, 3-rider capacity, white color, and specific technical features as outlined in the attachments. Quotations must be submitted through the OpenGov Procurement System no later than 2:00 pm HST on October 12, 2026. Applicable shipping, General Excise Tax up to 4.7120%, and local taxes must be included in the unit price F.O.B. destination to Hilo, HI.
2025 or newer Yamaha FX HO 4-cylinder, 4-stroke, 1.8L or greater, High output Yamaha marine engine 1812CC or greater in size
Price
SUMMARY
The County of Hawaii is seeking quotations for the procurement of two 2025 or newer Yamaha FX HO watercraft for the Hawaii Fire Department.
The scope of goods includes 1.8L or greater high-output Yamaha marine engines, 1898CC displacement, 3-rider capacity, white color, and specific technical features as outlined in the attachments. Quotations must be submitted through the OpenGov Procurement System no later than 2:00 pm HST on October 12, 2026. Applicable shipping, General Excise Tax up to 4.7120%, and local taxes must be included in the unit price F.O.B. destination to Hilo, HI.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- 2025 or newer Yamaha FX HO 4-cylinder
- 4-stroke
- 1.8L or greater
- High output Yamaha marine engine 1812CC or greater in size
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
V-8 Form, Certificate of Vendor Compliance
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/hawaiicounty/projects/314611
- Scope location
- Hilo, HI
- Reported agency
- County of Hawaii
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Quote from Hawaii County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 12, 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/projects/314611. For questions, contact Tina Louise DeMello.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Quote?
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 Quote 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 Tina Louise DeMello at (808) 961-8977. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 2025 or newer Yamaha FX HO 4-cylinder, 4-stroke, 1.8L or greater, High output Yamaha marine engine 1812CC or greater in size. 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.
What documents are required to bid on this Quote?
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: V-8 Form, Certificate of Vendor Compliance. 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.