Furnish and Deliver Network Cabling Materials & Supplies HIDOE

The Hawaii State Department of Education is soliciting bids under IFB D26-129 for the procurement and delivery of network cabling materials and supplies, including fiber optic cables, connectors, housings, and related hardware. The contract is an order-driven procurement where the state will purchase items based on estimated quantities for Oahu and the Neighbor Islands. Award will be granted to the lowest responsive and responsible offeror based on the total bid price per item. Bidders must be authorized distributors with at least one year of experience and maintain a business presence on Oahu with a designated local point of contact. Deliveries are required to be completed within 30 calendar days of a purchase order and are shipped FOB Destination. All materials must be new, free from defects, and compliant with manufacturer specifications and safety codes. Offerors must submit bids electronically via the HlePRO system, with a final submission deadline of August 31, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. HST. Key compliance requirements include maintaining a valid Tax Clearance Certificate, submitting a DOE Form-22, and registering with Hawaii Compliance Express. The contract also emphasizes strict confidentiality obligations regarding student records and personally identifiable information.