Services to Administer Nurse Aide Examinations and Registry

The State of Hawaii’s Department of Commerce & Consumer Affairs (Professional and Vocational Licensing Division) is seeking a qualified vendor to administer the statewide Nurse Aide examinations and to maintain the Nurse Aide Registry in compliance with the Federal Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA) of 1987. The contract will be awarded to the responsive, responsible offer that demonstrates the ability to deliver testing services, manage registration data, and comply with all state‑required certifications and tax obligations. Submissions must be made electronically through the HIePRO system by the deadline. • Scope: Design, schedule, proctor, score, and report Nurse Aide certification exams across all Hawaiian islands. • Registry: Ongoing maintenance of a secure, up‑to‑date Nurse Aide Registry, including data entry, verification, and public access provisions. • Compliance: Vendor must satisfy Hawaii’s General Excise Tax, employment security, workers’ compensation, temporary disability, prepaid health care, and Certificate of Good Standing requirements. • Fees: Include all taxes, fees, and a transaction fee of 0.75% (capped at $5,000) payable to Tyler Hawaii. • Submission: Electronic sealed proposals due 2:00 PM HST, 21 Sept 2026; questions due 1 Sept 2026.