Employment Services for Low-Income Persons and Legal Permanent Residents

The Hawaii Department of Labor & Industrial Relations, through the Office of Community Services, is seeking proposals from qualified organizations to deliver employment services targeted at low-income individuals and legal permanent residents within the state. The contract, funded by the Hawaii State Legislature, is set for a one-year period beginning October 1, 2025, and concluding September 30, 2026, with the possibility of a one-year extension. Multiple contracts may be awarded under this solicitation, which is open to organizations classified as SLED (Small Local Eligible Disadvantaged Entities). The project budget ranges from $500,000 to $2,000,000, emphasizing the scope and scale of the services to be provided. Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their proposals by the response deadline of June 4, 2025. The primary point of contact for inquiries is Alan Burdick, reachable via email at alan.b.burdick@hawaii.gov or by phone at 808-586-8670. This initiative aims to enhance employment opportunities for underserved populations across Hawaii, aligning with state legislative priorities to support economic self-sufficiency among low-income residents and legal permanent residents. Further details and the application process are available through the Hawaii State's official procurement portal.