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Cultural and Linguistic Adaptation Services

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Response Deadline09/25/2026, 09:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract for Cultural and Linguistic Adaptation Services supports prime contractors on projects for the Hawaii Department of Human Services Med-QUEST Division. The selected provider will supply linguistic expertise and cultural consulting to review and adapt graphic materials and content, ensuring they are appropriate for diverse local communities within Hawaii. The contractor must possess a proven track record of creating materials for Hawaii's diverse populations and is responsible for delivering culturally vetted content and detailed linguistic review reports. This opportunity falls under NAICS code 541930, with a response deadline of September 25, 2026.

General Info

Subcontract for cultural and linguistic adaptation services for Hawaii Med-QUEST, due September 25, 2026.

Agency

Hawaii → Department of Human ServicesView Agency

NAICS

541930 - Translation and Interpretation ServicesView NAICS

Place of Performance

HI, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of Q27000420.

The full solicitation package (2 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Strategic Marketing and Public Relations Services

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Timeline

PostedSep 15

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Response DeadlineSep 25

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09/25/2026, 09:00:00 PM UTCin 9 days

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AgencyHawaii → Department of Human Services

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Supplies linguistic expertise and cultural consulting for prime contractors on Hawaii Department of Human Services Med-QUEST Division projects. Reviews and adapts graphic materials and content to be linguistically and culturally appropriate for local Hawaii communities. Requires a demonstrated track record of creating materials for diverse Hawaii populations. Delivers culturally vetted content and linguistic review reports.

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