The County of Hawai‘i’s Purchasing Division is requesting quotations for 60 tons of YG3 silica sand to be used on the Hilo Municipal Golf Course. The sand must be delivered F.O.B. destination to 340 Haihai St, Hilo, HI 96720, with all freight, taxes (including the county’s 4.712 % General Excise Tax) included in the unit price. Quotations must be submitted electronically via the OpenGov procurement portal by 2:00 pm HST on Friday, October 23, 2026. Vendors must be HCE‑compliant for quotes $2,500 and above, provide certificates of compliance, and certify that the price is firm for the required delivery period (to be specified by the vendor). The award will be made by lot, and the contract (if awarded) will require a formal agreement for amounts over $50,000.
• Item: YG3 silica sand, 60 tons total
• Delivery location: 340 Haihai St, Hilo, HI 96720
• Pricing: Unit price inclusive of freight, taxes, and HET (max 4.712 %)
• Submission method: OpenGov procurement system (electronic)
• Deadline for questions: October 22, 2026 2:00 pm
• Quote deadline: October 23, 2026 2:00 pm
• Primary contact: Tina Louise DeMello, Buyer/Specialist (808) 961‑8977,
[email protected]
• Compliance: HCE registration required for quotes ≥ $2,500
• Award threshold: Formal contract required for awards > $50,000.