Active SLED Opportunity · HAWAII · STATE OF HAWAII

    RFP 26-OC2 requests proposals from eligible producers, registered to do business in the State, that have experience with the raising, growing or processing of aquaculture commodities or manufacturing kindred goods, including food merchandise in the State. Applicants shall propose a project to increase production for local consumers and/or to replace imported seafood into the State. Priority will be given to eligible producers with innovative projects to share with the industry that have potential for county or statewide benefit. To achieve this goal, the HDOA announces the availability of approximately $160,000 in general funds for these Aquaculture Projects. There will be four awards – one award of $40,000 for each county, Hawaii, Kaua’i, Maui and O’ahu. Eligible producers may submit separate proposals for more than one county, however, they may be limited to one award.

    Issued by Agriculture and Biosecurity
    stateRFPState of HawaiiSol. RFP-26-OC2
    Open · 12d remaining
    DAYS TO CLOSE
    12
    due May 26, 2026
    PUBLISHED
    May 1, 2026
    Posting date
    JURISDICTION
    State of
    state
    NAICS CODE
    112519
    AI-classified industry

    AI Summary

    The State of Hawaii seeks proposals from experienced aquaculture producers to increase local seafood production and reduce imports. Four awards totaling $160,000 are available, with priority for innovative projects benefiting the state.

    Opportunity details

    Solicitation No.
    RFP-26-OC2
    Type / RFx
    RFP
    Status
    Open
    Level
    state
    Published Date
    May 1, 2026
    Due Date
    May 26, 2026
    NAICS Code
    112519AI guide
    Jurisdiction
    State of Hawaii
    State
    Hawaii
    Agency
    Agriculture and Biosecurity

    Description

    RFP 26-OC2 requests proposals from eligible producers, registered to do business in the State, that have experience with the raising, growing or processing of aquaculture commodities or manufacturing kindred goods, including food merchandise in the State. Applicants shall propose a project to increase production for local consumers and/or to replace imported seafood into the State. Priority will be given to eligible producers with innovative projects to share with the industry that have potential for county or statewide benefit. To achieve this goal, the HDOA announces the availability of approximately $160,000 in general funds for these Aquaculture Projects. There will be four awards – one award of $40,000 for each county, Hawaii, Kaua’i, Maui and O’ahu. Eligible producers may submit separate proposals for more than one county, however, they may be limited to one award.

    Key dates

    1. May 1, 2026Published
    2. May 26, 2026Responses Due

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    SLED stands for State, Local, and Education. These are solicitations issued by state governments, counties, cities, school districts, utilities, and higher education institutions — as opposed to federal agencies.

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