HI HCR60

Requests the State Procurement Office clarify the deadline for submitting written protests based on solicitation content under section 103D-701, Hawaii Revised Statutes

Addresses confusion where agencies deny protests claiming bidders are not aggrieved until an award is made, and deny protests filed more than five days after bid opening

Directs the State Procurement Office to clearly define protest deadlines for three categories: protests based on solicitation content, protests based on an award or eventual award, and all other protests

Cites concerns that unclear protest procedures cause project delays and increased costs ultimately borne by state taxpayers

Requires certified copies be transmitted to the Governor and Acting Administrator of the State Procurement Office