Department of Human Services - Emergency Shelter for Exploited Minors of the Juvenile Justice System - RFP HMS-501-27-01 (2026)
Hawaii Department of Human Services | State of HawaiiState · Honolulu, HI- Due
- Oct 22, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 8, 2026
- Contract term
- 1.5 years
- Primary contact
- Tammi Kahookele
- (808) 587-5705
The 30-second brief
The Department of Human Services, Office of Youth Services, is requesting proposals for short-term residential emergency shelter services for exploited minors of the juvenile justice system on the island of Oahu. Services target youth ages 12 through 17 who are suspected or confirmed victims of commercial sexual exploitation, sextortion, and labor sex trafficking. The program requires 24/7 care, trauma-informed therapeutic services, case management, counseling, education support, and individualized service plans to serve approximately 20 unduplicated youths per year. The initial contract term is 1.5 years from January 1, 2027, through June 30, 2028, with a possible 24-month extension. Proposals are due by October 22, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. Hawaii Standard Time.
Experience and Capability (15 points), Project Organization and Staffing (15 points), Service Delivery (55 points), Financial (15 points)
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Summary
The Department of Human Services, Office of Youth Services, is requesting proposals for short-term residential emergency shelter services for exploited minors of the juvenile justice system on the island of Oahu.
Services target youth ages 12 through 17 who are suspected or confirmed victims of commercial sexual exploitation, sextortion, and labor sex trafficking. The program requires 24/7 care, trauma-informed therapeutic services, case management, counseling, education support, and individualized service plans to serve approximately 20 unduplicated youths per year. The initial contract term is 1.5 years from January 1, 2027, through June 30, 2028, with a possible 24-month extension. Proposals are due by October 22, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. Hawaii Standard Time.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Proposal Application Identification Form (Form SPOH-200)
- Proposal Application Checklist
- Table of Contents
- Proposal Application (Form SPOH-200A)
- Provider Compliance
- Cost Proposal
- SPO-H-205 Budget
- SPO-H-206A through SPO-H-206J Forms
- Performance Plan (Form 4-1)
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 42 months
- Scope location
- Oahu, HI
- Reported agency
- State of Hawaii
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Hawaii Department of Human Services | State of Hawaii?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 22, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Tammi Kahookele.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Hawaii Department of Human Services | State of Hawaii 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 RFP 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 Tammi Kahookele at (808) 587-5705. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Experience and Capability (15 points), Project Organization and Staffing (15 points), Service Delivery (55 points), Financial (15 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1.5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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: Proposal Application Identification Form (Form SPOH-200), Proposal Application Checklist, Table of Contents, Proposal Application (Form SPOH-200A), Provider Compliance, Cost Proposal, SPO-H-205 Budget. Review the full document from Hawaii Department of Human Services | State of Hawaii for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Oahu, HI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.