Hawaii Department of Health - Nursing Services for Hawaii State Hospital - RFP-430-26-03 (2026)
Hawaii Department of Health | State of HawaiiState · Honolulu, HI- Due
- Oct 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 24, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Naomi Yanagishita
- (808) 247-2191
The 30-second brief
Hawaii Department of Health is seeking competitive sealed proposals for nursing services to supplement existing nursing staff at Hawaii State Hospital (HSH) in Kaneohe, Oahu. The scope includes providing Registered Professional Nurses (RPNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Psychiatric Technicians / Paramedical Assistants (PMAs) for inpatient treatment units, acute units, and the Treatment Mall. The contract term is one year with five optional one-year extensions, up to a maximum of six years. The submission deadline is October 30, 2026, at 4:00 PM HST. Required qualifications include psychiatric inpatient experience, valid Hawaii licensure, CPR certification, background checks, and drug screening.
Registered Professional Nurses (RPNs) - Long Term Hire, Registered Professional Nurses (RPNs) - Temporary Hire, Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) - Temporary Hire, Psychiatric Technicians (PTs) - Temporary Hire, Paramedical Assistants (PMAs) - Temporary Hire
Experience and Capability (40 points), Project Organization and Staffing (30 points), Service Delivery (20 points), Pricing and Financial (10 points)
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Summary
Hawaii Department of Health is seeking competitive sealed proposals for nursing services to supplement existing nursing staff at Hawaii State Hospital (HSH) in Kaneohe, Oahu.
The scope includes providing Registered Professional Nurses (RPNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Psychiatric Technicians / Paramedical Assistants (PMAs) for inpatient treatment units, acute units, and the Treatment Mall. The contract term is one year with five optional one-year extensions, up to a maximum of six years. The submission deadline is October 30, 2026, at 4:00 PM HST. Required qualifications include psychiatric inpatient experience, valid Hawaii licensure, CPR certification, background checks, and drug screening.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Registered Professional Nurses (RPNs) - Long Term Hire
- Registered Professional Nurses (RPNs) - Temporary Hire
- Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) - Temporary Hire
- Psychiatric Technicians (PTs) - Temporary Hire
- Paramedical Assistants (PMAs) - Temporary Hire
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Proposed Price and Rate Schedule
- SPO-H-200 Proposal Application Identification Form
- SPOH-200A Proposal Application
- SPO-H-205 Budget
- SPO-H-206A Budget Justification-Personnel
- Most recent Audit Report or financial audit
- Submit to
- Hawaii State Hospital, Administration Office, 45-710 Keaahala Road, Kaneohe, HI 96744
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Oahu, 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 October 30, 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: Hawaii State Hospital, Administration Office, 45-710 Keaahala Road, Kaneohe, HI 96744. For questions, contact Naomi Yanagishita.
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 Naomi Yanagishita at (808) 247-2191. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Registered Professional Nurses (RPNs) - Long Term Hire, Registered Professional Nurses (RPNs) - Temporary Hire, Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) - Temporary Hire, Psychiatric Technicians (PTs) - Temporary Hire, Paramedical Assistants (PMAs) - Temporary Hire. 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 (40 points), Project Organization and Staffing (30 points), Service Delivery (20 points), Pricing and Financial (10 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 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: Proposed Price and Rate Schedule, SPO-H-200 Proposal Application Identification Form, SPOH-200A Proposal Application, SPO-H-205 Budget, SPO-H-206A Budget Justification-Personnel, Most recent Audit Rep. 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: Oahu, HI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.