County of Hawaii - PERSONALIZED PROMOTIONAL ITEMS - R2701261 (2026)
Hawaii CountyCounty · Hawaii County, HI- Due
- Sep 24, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 21, 2026
- Primary contact
- Tina Louise DeMello
- (808) 961-8977
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The County of Hawai'i Purchasing Division is seeking quotations for personalized promotional items under solicitation R2701261. The required items include twist and fold hand fans, presentation folders, stress balls, rice paddles, round magnetic memo clip holders, Jada stylus twist pens, and foldable reusable tote bags, all customized with county branding and specific formatting. Quotations are to be submitted through the OpenGov Procurement System no later than 2:00 pm HST on Thursday, September 24, 2026. Award will be made by individual line item, and unit prices must not exceed two decimal places while remaining inclusive of all applicable taxes, including Hawaii general excise tax and use taxes up to 4.7120%. Vendors must ensure proof is provided prior to printing and comply with Hawaii Compliance Express requirements for awards of $2,500 or greater.
Twist and Fold Hand Fans, Presentation Folders, Stress Balls, Rice Paddles, Round Magnetic Memo Clip Holders, Jada Stylus Twist Pens, Foldable Reusable Tote Bags
Price
SUMMARY
The County of Hawai'i Purchasing Division is seeking quotations for personalized promotional items under solicitation R2701261.
The required items include twist and fold hand fans, presentation folders, stress balls, rice paddles, round magnetic memo clip holders, Jada stylus twist pens, and foldable reusable tote bags, all customized with county branding and specific formatting. Quotations are to be submitted through the OpenGov Procurement System no later than 2:00 pm HST on Thursday, September 24, 2026. Award will be made by individual line item, and unit prices must not exceed two decimal places while remaining inclusive of all applicable taxes, including Hawaii general excise tax and use taxes up to 4.7120%. Vendors must ensure proof is provided prior to printing and comply with Hawaii Compliance Express requirements for awards of $2,500 or greater.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Twist and Fold Hand Fans
- Presentation Folders
- Stress Balls
- Rice Paddles
- Round Magnetic Memo Clip Holders
- Jada Stylus Twist Pens
- Foldable Reusable Tote Bags
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
V8 Form, Certificate of Vendor Compliance
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/hawaiicounty/projects/304686
- 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 September 24, 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/304686. 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: Twist and Fold Hand Fans, Presentation Folders, Stress Balls, Rice Paddles, Round Magnetic Memo Clip Holders, Jada Stylus Twist Pens, Foldable Reusable Tote Bags. 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: V8 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.