Hawaii Department of Health - Hawaii Peer Connect Peer to Peer Program RFP HTH-CF-100-2027-01 - 2026
Hawaii Department of Health | State of HawaiiState · Honolulu, HI- Due
- Nov 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Brandon Suzuki
- (808) 733-9048
The 30-second brief
The Hawaii Department of Health, Family Health Services Division, Maternal and Child Health Branch is soliciting proposals to provide statewide peer-to-peer support services for children and families. Services will focus on strengthening family resilience, reducing the risk of child abuse and neglect, connecting families to community-based resources and supports, providing assistance related to intimate partner violence, and supporting individuals and families affected by substance use. The selected contractor will coordinate and deliver culturally responsive, accessible peer support services statewide in accordance with the requirements of the RFP. Services shall be provided statewide, with the contractor responsible for ensuring access to eligible families across all islands, including rural and underserved communities. Services may be delivered through a combination of in-person, virtual, and community-based approaches, as appropriate. Submission deadline is November 2, 2026.
Implementation of peer-to-peer support services for families with young children from birth through age five (0-5); development and support of community-based peer support networks; peer mentorship and support for families impacted by substance use and/or involved with Child Welfare Services (CWS); facilitation of peer-led gatherings and family support activities; outreach and engagement to connect families with peer support opportunities and community resources; coordination of a statewide network of peer support providers.
Experience and Capability (20 Points), Project Organization and Staffing (15 Points), Service Delivery (55 Points), Financial (10 Points)
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Summary
The Hawaii Department of Health, Family Health Services Division, Maternal and Child Health Branch is soliciting proposals to provide statewide peer-to-peer support services for children and families.
Services will focus on strengthening family resilience, reducing the risk of child abuse and neglect, connecting families to community-based resources and supports, providing assistance related to intimate partner violence, and supporting individuals and families affected by substance use. The selected contractor will coordinate and deliver culturally responsive, accessible peer support services statewide in accordance with the requirements of the RFP. Services shall be provided statewide, with the contractor responsible for ensuring access to eligible families across all islands, including rural and underserved communities. Services may be delivered through a combination of in-person, virtual, and community-based approaches, as appropriate. Submission deadline is November 2, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Implementation of peer-to-peer support services for families with young children from birth through age five (0-5)
- Development and support of community-based peer support networks
- Peer mentorship and support for families impacted by substance use and/or involved with Child Welfare Services (CWS)
- Facilitation of peer-led gatherings and family support activities
- Outreach and engagement to connect families with peer support opportunities and community resources
- Coordination of a statewide network of peer support providers
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
17- Proposal Application Identification Form (SPOH-200)
- Proposal Application Checklist
- Table of Contents
- Proposal Application (SPOH-200A)
- SPOH-205 Budget
- SPOH-206A Salaries & Wages
- SPOH-206B Payroll Taxes
- Assessments & Fringe Benefits
- SPOH-206C Travel: Inter-Island
- SPOH-206E Contractual Services - Administrative
- SPOH-206F Contractual Services - Subcontracts
- SPOH-206H Program Activities
- SPOH-206I Equipment Purchases
- Budget Narrative
- Organization-wide Organization Chart
- HPC Program Organization Chart
- Letter(s) of Intent from proposed subcontractor(s)
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 52 months
- Scope location
- Statewide, HI
- Reported agency
- Hawaii Department of Health
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Hawaii Department of Health | State of Hawaii?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 2, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Brandon Suzuki.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Hawaii Department of Health | 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 Brandon Suzuki at (808) 733-9048. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Implementation of peer-to-peer support services for families with young children from birth through age five (0-5); development and support of community-based peer support networks; peer mentorship and support for families impacted by substance use and/or involved with Child Welfare Services (CWS);. 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: "Experience and Capability (20 Points), Project Organization and Staffing (15 Points), Service Delivery (55 Points), Financial (10 Points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Hawaii Department of Health | State of Hawaii?
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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 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 (SPOH-200), Proposal Application Checklist, Table of Contents, Proposal Application (SPOH-200A), SPOH-205 Budget, SPOH-206A Salaries & Wages, SPOH-206B Payroll. Review the full document from Hawaii Department of Health | 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: Statewide, HI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.