NOTICE AND REQUEST FOR EXEMPTION - TOWING FOR HAWAI'I COUNTY POLICE

The County of Hawaii is seeking an exemption from standard procurement procedures to acquire towing services for the Hawaii Police Department under solicitation number 27-0027. This request is positioned as an exemption, suggesting the County believes full competitive bidding is not necessary, potentially due to unique operational needs or existing relationships. The notice was posted on August 11, 2026, and all objections from vendors must be submitted via OpenGov no later than August 18, 2026. Objections must be in writing, clearly state the basis for contention, and cannot be sent via email to the Purchasing Division. Any timely objections will halt the procurement process until the Chief Procurement Officer reviews and issues a written determination. Inquiries about the solicitation may be directed to the provided contact emails, but responses to this notice do not constitute formal bids, proposals, or quotes. The services are to be performed in Hawaii, with primary contact for questions being Hauoli Aiona, Accountant IV, and Michael Lampard, Procurement and Specifications Specialist, both affiliated with the Hawaii Police Department and the County’s procurement office.