Bid guide
How to bid on three fire trucks for Maui (IFB 26-27/P-13)
What Maui is buying and why it matters
The Maui Director of Finance is looking to purchase three distinct fire trucks. This includes a 1,500 GPM pumper for Hoolehua, a 6x4 3,500-gallon tanker for Wailea, and a 4x4 Type 5 crew-cab brush truck for Kaunakakai. This opportunity is for vendors who can supply specialized fire apparatus.
Supplying these vehicles helps Maui County enhance its emergency response capabilities across different terrains and community needs. For a vendor, this is a chance to secure a government contract for significant equipment.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The deadline to submit your bid for solicitation IFB 26-27/P-13 is September 11, 2026, at 8:00 PM ET. All responses must be submitted by this time.
It is crucial to ensure your submission is complete and received before the deadline. Late submissions are generally not accepted, so plan to submit well in advance.
Who this opportunity suits
This solicitation is ideal for companies that specialize in manufacturing or supplying fire fighting vehicles and related equipment. Specifically, firms with experience in providing pumpers, tankers, and brush trucks will find this opportunity relevant.
The category for this bid is equipment, making it suitable for vendors in the vehicle and emergency services equipment sector.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the full details and submit your response, you need to use Hawaii’s public bid system, HANDS. First, click on the "View original source" link to open the agency’s public bid postings.
Once on the HANDS system, locate solicitation IFB 26-27/P-13 using the bid number or keywords from the title. Open the posting, review all documents, and follow the specific instructions provided for submission before the deadline.
Practical tips for a competitive response
When preparing your bid, carefully review the specifications for each of the three fire trucks. Ensure your proposed vehicles meet all stated requirements for GPM, gallon capacity, drive type, and crew cab features.
Provide clear and detailed documentation for each vehicle, including technical specifications, warranties, and delivery timelines. Highlight any features that exceed the minimum requirements and demonstrate value. Double-check all pricing and calculations before submitting to avoid errors.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Maui Director of Finance; the original posting controls.