Hawaii Department of Education - External Evaluation Services for Federal Grant Compliance - PS D27-004 (2026)
Hawaii Department of EducationState · HI- Due
- Jun 30, 2027
- 256 days left
- Posted
- Apr 6, 2026
- Primary contact
- Tricia Tamayose Okamura
- (808) 307-3963
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Hawaii State Department of Education seeks professional services in the category of General Education and Training (GS-1701) to provide external formative and summative evaluation services for federal grant compliance during school year 2026-2027. Qualified firms will be placed on a qualified list to provide annual external evaluation services throughout the grant award period as federal awards are anticipated. Submittals are due by May 21, 2026 at 2:00 P.M. Hawaii Standard Time for the first deadline, and the solicitation remains open through June 30, 2027. Selection criteria prioritize relevant experience and professional qualifications, past performance on similar projects, and capacity to accomplish work in the required time.
Experience and professional qualifications relevant to the project type, Past performance on projects of similar scope for public agencies or private industry, Capacity to accomplish the work in the required time
SUMMARY
The Hawaii State Department of Education seeks professional services in the category of General Education and Training (GS-1701) to provide external formative and summative evaluation services for federal grant compliance during school year 2026-2027.
Qualified firms will be placed on a qualified list to provide annual external evaluation services throughout the grant award period as federal awards are anticipated. Submittals are due by May 21, 2026 at 2:00 P.M. Hawaii Standard Time for the first deadline, and the solicitation remains open through June 30, 2027. Selection criteria prioritize relevant experience and professional qualifications, past performance on similar projects, and capacity to accomplish work in the required time.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Experience and professional qualifications relevant to the project type, Past performance on projects of similar scope for public agencies or private industry, Capacity to accomplish the work in the required time
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Transmittal Letter
- Attachment A – Professional Services Submittal Identification and Information Form
- Attachment B – Client Project Information
- Evidence of authority to bind the Offeror
- Education and training qualifications of key employees
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Statewide, HI
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Hawaii Department of Education?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 30, 2027. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Tricia Tamayose Okamura.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Hawaii Department of Education 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 Tricia Tamayose Okamura at (808) 307-3963. 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 professional qualifications relevant to the project type, Past performance on projects of similar scope for public agencies or private industry, Capacity to accomplish the work in the r..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Hawaii Department of Education?
All active and historical solicitations from Hawaii Department of Education are tracked and searchable. As a state agency, Hawaii Department of Education 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 June 30, 2027, 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 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: Transmittal Letter, Attachment A – Professional Services Submittal Identification and Information Form, Attachment B – Client Project Information, evidence of authority to bind the Offeror, education. Review the full document from Hawaii Department of Education for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Statewide, HI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.