Needs Assessment and Strategic Planning for Hep B Elimination

The Hawaiʻi Department of Health is seeking a qualified vendor to manage and execute a comprehensive needs assessment and strategic planning process aimed at eliminating hepatitis B virus (HBV) in Hawaiʻi. The contract requires the selected vendor to collaborate closely with the department and community partners such as Hep Free Hawaiʻi to assess existing resources, programs, and data relevant to HBV by mid-2026. This includes facilitating virtual meetings and a key in-person convening on Oʻahu to develop a strategic plan that addresses HBV elimination goals. The final deliverables will include a detailed strategy document and supporting materials, scheduled for completion by the end of 2026. The project emphasizes the importance of the vendor possessing prior experience in viral hepatitis elimination initiatives and a demonstrated history of working within Hawaiʻi. The vendor must be capable of coordinating stakeholder engagement effectively and producing clear summaries and reports throughout the process. The solicitation was posted in May 2026, with a response deadline a week later, and falls under the Department of Health's purview, specifically focused on implementing impactful community health strategies on Oʻahu to combat HBV.