County of Hawaii Psychological Services Notice and Request for Exemption - EX 27-0075 2026
Hawaii CountyCounty · Hilo, HI- Due
- Oct 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 19, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Desiree Gomes
- (808) 961-2274
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Summary
The County of Hawaii is posting a Notice of and Request for Exemption procurement of psychological services from Marvin W. Acklin, PhD, Inc. for pre-employment and fitness for duty assessments for the Police Department.
Vendors who object to the Notice of Exemption shall respond by uploading written objections through OpenGov prior to the deadline and address them to the Chief Procurement Officer. The contract value is $60,000 for the period from July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027. Written objections must provide sufficient bases to support the objection and will place the exemption request on hold pending review. Submission deadline is October 27, 2026.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
written objection
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/hawaiicounty/projects/318189/document?projectId=27-0075
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Hilo, HI
- Reported agency
- County of Hawaii
Questions about this RFI
How do I respond to this RFI from Hawaii County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 27, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/hawaiicounty/projects/318189/document?projectId=27-0075. For questions, contact Desiree Gomes.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFI?
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 RFI 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 Desiree Gomes at (808) 961-2274. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFI?
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: written objection. 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.