What the buyer needs

AI summary

The Department of Human Services, Office of Youth Services issues this Request for Information to prepare for procuring Safe Spaces Emergency Shelter beds and services for young adults ages 18 through 24 on Hawai’i Island. The planned scope includes 24/7 overnight shelter, hot meals, hygiene supplies, intake assessments, individualized case management, crisis stabilization, and education, employment, and medical access. The agency seeks information and feedback from interested community-based organizations, juvenile justice public entities, private organizations, community members, and concerned individuals. Interested parties must submit written comments by facsimile, USPS mail, or email to Leanne Gillespie by 2:30 PM on Friday, November 6, 2026.

Scope of work

Provide 24/7 overnight emergency shelter care, supervision, and services in a safe and structured setting
Provide a calm and safe place to rest
Provide gender and culturally responsive support and services
Conduct intake assessments to identify needs, strengths, and goals
Develop and implement short-term service plans that are individual- and/or family-driven
Provide hot meals, hot showers, food, hygiene supplies, clothing, laundry facilities, and basic essentials
Provide access to medical care and behavioral health crisis stabilization services
Provide educational, employment, and trauma-informed individualized case management support

Documents to include with your response

Written comments, information, suggestions, and feedback addressing RFI questions

How to submit

Method: facsimile transmission, USPS mail-in, or via email
Instructions: Send to Leanne Gillespie, Executive Director, Department of Human Services, Office of Youth Services, 1010 Richards Street, Suite 314, Honolulu, Hawaii 96813-2301