HAWAII BUILDING PERFORMANCE STANDARDS STUDY

The University of Hawaii is seeking a contractor to conduct a study on Hawaii Building Performance Standards for the Natural Energy Institute. The study aims to evaluate the cost impacts, savings potential, data readiness, barriers, and policy solutions that can accelerate the adoption of energy-efficient buildings in Hawaii. The contractor will be required to analyze the current status and readiness for statewide implementation of Building Performance Standards, identify barriers to adoption, and provide recommendations for legislation and policies to support the adoption of Building Performance Standards. The contractor will also be required to evaluate activities that can enhance building codes and standards in Hawaii. • The scope of work includes three tasks: • Task 1: Analysis of Hawaii's Building Performance Standards • Task 2: Barriers to Adoption and Implementation of BPS • Task 3: Potential Legislation and Policy Recommendations • The contractor will be required to provide biweekly progress reports, monthly reports, technical reports, and a legislative briefing document. • The University of Hawaii anticipates a single award in the range of $200,000 to $300,000.