RFP J28008 DOMESTIC VIOLENCE INTERVENTION SERVICE, FIFTH CIRCUIT

The Department of Judiciary for the State of Hawaii is soliciting proposals under RFP J28008 to provide domestic violence intervention services for the Fifth Circuit in Kauai. The primary objective is to enhance the safety of victims, children, and the community while holding adult offenders accountable through evidence-based, cognitive-behavioral intervention services. The scope of work includes providing offenders with skills to prevent further battering, offering trauma-informed counseling and advocacy for victims, and providing supportive services to children. All services must be delivered in-person and be gender-relevant, culturally responsive, and LGBTQ+ inclusive, adhering to the Hawaii Domestic Violence Intervention Program Standards. Qualified applicants must demonstrate the ability to collaborate with domestic violence coalitions, criminal justice agencies, and the Judiciary. The contract requires a program director and staff trained in program-specific dynamics and confidentiality, with a requirement for at least one staff member to be certified in First Aid and CPR. Evaluation will be conducted in three phases using a quantitative scoring system based on a 100-point scale. The selected provider must comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Rehabilitation Act, and Title VI regarding limited English proficiency. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the HIePRO portal by November 12, 2026, and include a budget using Form SPOH-205 and a recent financial audit. The contract may be extended for an additional two-year period based on funding and performance.