Hawaii Tourism Authority Consulting Svcs for Cruise Industry RFP P27000048 - 2026
Hawaii Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity | State of HawaiiState · Honolulu, HI- Due
- Aug 11, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 10, 2026
- Primary contact
- Tracey Fermahin
- (808) 973-2255
The 30-second brief
The Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA) is seeking an experienced cruise industry consultant to provide strategic guidance, stakeholder liaison services, and support for visitor experiences statewide. Proposals are due August 11, 2026.
Strategic guidance, Stakeholder liaison, Industry and legislative issue addressing, Coordination between cruise lines and local operators
Not explicitly detailed in the summary page, but referenced in attachments
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Summary
The Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA) is seeking an experienced cruise industry consultant to provide strategic guidance, stakeholder liaison services, and support for visitor experiences statewide. Proposals are due August 11, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Not explicitly detailed in the summary page, but referenced in attachments
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Strategic guidance
- Stakeholder liaison
- Industry and legislative issue addressing
- Coordination between cruise lines and local operators
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Budget Plan Worksheets
- Activity Measures Worksheet
- Offeror Check List
- Proposal Transmittal Letter
- Corporate Resolution
- Standard Qualifications Questionnaire
- Conflicts of Interest Disclosures and Attestations
- Contractor References
- Confidential Information List
- AG-008 103D General Conditions
- Scope location
- Statewide, HI
- Reported agency
- Hawaii Tourism Authority
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Hawaii Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity | State of Hawaii?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 11, 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. For questions, contact Tracey Fermahin.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Hawaii Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity | 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 Tracey Fermahin at (808) 973-2255. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Strategic guidance, Stakeholder liaison, Industry and legislative issue addressing, Coordination between cruise lines and local operators. 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: "Not explicitly detailed in the summary page, but referenced in attachments" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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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: Budget Plan Worksheets, Activity Measures Worksheet, Offeror Check List, Proposal Transmittal Letter, Corporate Resolution, Standard Qualifications Questionnaire, Conflicts of Interest Disclosures and. Review the full document from Hawaii Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity | 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.