Public Display Award

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Award Title
PUBLIC RELATIONS SERVICES FOR UH HNEI, MANOA
Award Description
PUBLIC RELATIONS SERVICES FOR UH HNEI, MANOA
Date of Notice of Award
01/15/2026
Solicitation Number
P26001062
Contract Number
TBD
Basis of Award
Adequate Competition
Contract Start Date
02/01/2026
End Date / Delivery Date
12/31/2030
Awardee
Strategic Communication Solutions, LLC
Method of Procurement
Competitive Sealed Proposals (RFP)
Department
University of Hawaii
Original Award Amount
$174,869.04
Current Award Amount
$174,869.04
General Comments
Contact Person
Sarah-Jane Allen
Email
sallen9@hawaii.edu
Phone
808-213-1210
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PROVIDE PUBLIC RELATIONS SERVICES
Description
SCOPE OF WORK
TASK 1: Communications Plan

Objective: Develop a comprehensive communications plan including select HNEI activities but
centered on HEPF’s goals. The communications plan will provide the framework for activities
for the forum over the course of a year. The communication plan should identify and
strategically incorporate optimal mediums for different audiences.


TASK 2: Website Redesign for HEPF

Objective: Update the HEPF website for improved viability and engagement. The contractor will provide content communication training to HNEI staff and assist in content management, but will not be solely responsible for maintaining content. The primary activities for this task will be updating the WordPress website with timely and engaging material. The updated website will serve as a modern, accessible, and engaging platform to effectively communicate HEPF’s
mission, research, and energy industry-relevant information to its target audience.


TASK 3: Email/Newsletter Design and Campaign

Objective: In collaboration with HNEI, create engaging newsletters that inform and inspire
HEPF members, stakeholders, policymakers and stakeholders. Content will strengthen
relationships and include updates on research activities and projects, Forum activities, news from the Capitol, and industry news. HNEI staff will maintain listserv and will be responsible for the distribution of emails and newsletters once content is finalized for each newsletter.


TASK 4: Legislative Briefings and Reports – Digital and Print Mediums

Objective: Working with HNEI staff, develop a template for legislative briefs that is consistent
with HNEI’s and HEPF’s branding guidelines. The template will be designed for adaptability
across different audiences, including policymakers, stakeholders, and the public, ensuring clarity, visual appeal, and accessibility. The Contractor will also incorporate research products into report templates to strengthen relationships and the brand of HNEI and HEPF as a leader in relevant and timely engagement and research.


TASK 5: Graphic Design of Collateral

Objective: Design professional graphics and infographics, photos, and imagery to be used with
HNEI and HEPF materials and collateral, on HEPF website, LinkedIn, newsletters, briefings,
and reports.


TASK 6: Annual Forum Event

Objective: The objectives of the PR campaign for the legislative briefing are to effectively
communicate key messages and reasons why legislators and stakeholders should attend the one-day event. The materials should get the attention of lawmakers, generate awareness and support for the policies or initiatives that will be discussed, and position the organization as a credible and knowledgeable resource on the topics that will be presented at the conference. The campaign will need to attract attendance by targeted legislators and stakeholders, by providing clear and engaging materials.
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  • TRANSACTION FEES: The awarded vendor shall pay a transaction fee of 0.75% (.0075) of the award, not to exceed $5,000 for each award. This transaction fee shall be based on the original award amount and the awarded vendor shall be responsible for payment of the fee to Tyler Hawaii, the vendor administering the HIePRO. Payment must be made to Tyler Hawaii within thirty (30) days of receipt of invoice. The invoice is generated based on the date the award is posted.
  • HAWAII GENERAL EXCISE TAX (GET): Unless otherwise stated in this solicitation, vendors shall include all applicable taxes in the price submitted. The Hawaii General Excise Tax (GET) shall not exceed 4.712% for the islands of Hawaii, Kauai, Oahu and Maui.
  • ADDITIONAL FEES AND CHARGES: Vendors shall include all applicable fees, charges, surcharges, shipping/handling, delivery, or any other charges associated with this solicitation in the price submitted.
  • Protest: ANY PERSON WISHING TO FILE WRITTEN OBJECTIONS TO THE ISSUANCE OF THE CONTRACT SHALL FILE THEIR OBJECTIONS WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAI‘I, OFFICE OF PROCUREMENT MANAGEMENT, 1400 LOWER CAMPUS ROAD, ROOM 15 HONOLULU, HAWAI‘I 96822, WITHIN FIVE (5) WORKING DAYS FROM THE DATE THIS NOTICE WAS POSTED.