When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due October 30, 2026. Questions must be submitted by September 18, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

Settle estimates the budget at $14,200,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.

It was issued by Hawaii State Hospital. The work is located in Kaneohe, Hawaii, United States.

Nursing Services (Due October 30, 2026)

The Hawaii State Hospital is seeking proposals from qualified applicants to provide nursing services, including Registered Professional Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and Psychiatric Technicians, to supplement existing staff.

Must be licensed in Hawaii or possess a license accepted by the State of Hawaii
Registered Professional Nurses must have one year of psychiatric inpatient hospital experience
Licensed Practical Nurses must have six months of psychiatric experience in an inpatient psychiatric setting
Psychiatric Technicians/Paramedical Assistants must have six months of experience in an inpatient psychiatric setting
Must maintain professional liability insurance
Must maintain general liability insurance
Must maintain automobile insurance
Must provide proof of compliance with Hawaii law for contracts worth $2,500 or more
Must have a valid, current State of Hawaii driver's license
Must have a current CPR card
Must provide annual physical examination verifying ability to perform the job
Must provide annual TB clearance
Must provide annual influenza vaccination or declination form

Solicitation Release: August 24th, 2026

Pre-Offer Conference: September 11th, 2026

Due date for written questions: September 18th, 2026

Proposal Submittal Deadline: October 30th, 2026

Notice of Award: November 23rd, 2026

Estimated Contract start date: January 1st, 2027

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The Hawaii State Hospital, a secured psychiatric facility under the Department of Health, is requesting proposals to provide nursing services to supplement its existing staff of Registered Professional Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and Psychiatric Technicians. The services are required to fill vacant positions and meet staffing standards across twelve inpatient treatment units. The contract term is one year, with five possible one-year extensions, for a maximum length of six years.

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