Utilization Discovery and Market Development Services
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SUMMARY
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TIMELINE
RFI open for submissions: August 17th, 2026
RFI closes: August 28th, 2025
Award announced: September 5th, 2025
Project period: September 15th, 2026 – June 30th, 2027
Final invoice and report due: July 15th, 2027
Issuing Agency
Department Of Land And Natural Resources, Division Of Forestry And Wildlife
DESCRIPTION
The procuring organization is seeking information from vendors capable of providing utilization discovery and market development services. The work will include project coordination and facilitation, including organizing regular participant meetings, preparing agendas, facilitating discussions, documenting outcomes, distributing meeting notes, tracking action items, and following up on responsibilities.
The engagement will assess market barriers across harvesting, transportation, milling, kiln drying, secondary manufacturing, product development, marketing, distribution, procurement, and workforce investment opportunities. The selected vendor is expected to develop a robust demand-side component that can support the local wood economy and forest management needs.
The work will also include implementation support and strategic planning. Deliverables are expected to include a roadmap identifying potential buyers, coordination of existing demonstration projects, increased visibility of utilization opportunities, priority actions, investment recommendations, policy recommendations, and potential funding opportunities.
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Frequently asked questions
- When is the submission deadline?
- Submissions are due August 31, 2026.
- Who issued this RFP?
- It was issued by Department Of Land And Natural Resources, Division Of Forestry And Wildlife. The work is located in Hawaii, United States.
- Who is a good fit for this opportunity?
- Market development and economic consulting firm
- Experience with forestry, wood products, or natural resource industries
- Expertise in stakeholder facilitation and project coordination
- Capability to analyze supply chains, market barriers, and buyer demand
- Experience developing strategic roadmaps, investment recommendations, and policy options
- Familiarity with local workforce, procurement, and forest management initiatives
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