Workplace Investigation, Oahu, Hawaii

The Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR), Bureau of Conveyances, released a Request for Proposals (RFP-BOC 2025-1) seeking qualified applicants to provide independent workplace investigative services in Oahu, Hawaii. The investigation focuses on allegations of workplace misconduct, involving approximately eight allegations with interviews of about four employees. The selected contractor is expected to conduct thorough interviews, evaluate the credibility of statements, establish findings regarding violations of policies, and produce a comprehensive investigative report. This report will serve as a basis for decision-making by the State and may require availability for follow-up testimony under separate agreement terms. The investigation process must comply with Hawaii state laws and regulations, particularly those governing procurement and contract performance per Chapters 40 and 103D of the Hawaii Revised Statutes, and must adhere to standards outlined in the AG-008-103D General Conditions. Proposals are due by December 18, 2025, with services anticipated to commence around January 1, 2026. Offerors must submit fixed hourly pricing inclusive of all costs, and proposals will be evaluated on a 100-point scale emphasizing qualifications and relevant experience (45 points), responsiveness to RFP requirements (25 points), and price competitiveness (10 points). Preference is given to applicants with prior experience conducting workplace investigations for government agencies in Hawaii and submission of a sample redacted investigation report. The appointment will be awarded on a tradeoff basis, allowing consideration of overall best value rather than lowest price alone. Contract terms require the contractor to provide proof of insurance including general liability, automobile, and workers’ compensation, with the State named as additional insured. Compliance with Hawaii business registration, tax clearance, and non-campaign contribution statutes are mandated. Payment will be based on monthly billing submissions via email and withheld retainage up to 50% may be imposed until final acceptance and compliance are verified. Confidentiality provisions allow for protection of proprietary information except pricing, which remains subject to public disclosure. The solicitation encourages electronic proposal submissions exclusively and restricts all investigative activities and deliverables to Hawaii. The contract does not follow federal FAR clauses but aligns with state procurement practices and contractual conditions outlined in Exhibit A, AG-008-103D.