At a glance
- Competitive bid threshold
- $20,000
How to register
- Visit HI Procurement System
- Create account
- Enter NAICS codes
- Provide W-9, insurance
- Receive notifications
Certifications
Native Hawaiian Business (NHB)
Residency requiredMajority NHB owned/managed. Strongest preferences. Residency required.
Small Business Enterprise (SBE)
No residency requiredHI small business. Set-asides.
Free tool
Set-aside eligibility checkFor federal bids: see which SBA set-aside programs you meet the tests for.
Register on Hawaii Procurement System. Out-of-state vendors allowed but face 10% HI preference and strong NHB (Native Hawaiian) preferences. $16B annual spending on infrastructure, education, services.
Who Can Sell?
Out-of-state vendors can bid but face 10% HI preference and strong NHB preferences. Competition significant.
Agencies
DOT, Education, University of Hawaii major buyers.
Differences
Remote delivery challenges unique. Seasonal restrictions possible. Logistics expertise valued.
Frequently asked questions
Out-of-state disadvantage?
HI gives 10% preference to HI-based and strong NHB preferences. Out-of-state faces price disadvantage.
Logistics challenges?
HI island geography requires remote delivery, special logistics. Address operational capability.
Native Hawaiian Business?
NHB provides strongest state preferences. Residency and NHB ownership required.