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When is the deadline for the Hawaii Department of Education RFP?

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The deadline for this RFP is Jan 23, 2026. Make sure to submit your proposal before this date to be considered.

Question 2

What is Hawaii Department of Education looking for?

Accepted Answer

Supply and deliver fresh poi (milled from locally grown taro) to Hawaii State Department of Education school cafeterias statewide; packaging includes 4‑ounce single‑serve containers and 5‑pound bags.  IFB is divided by island/geographic groups with specified 12‑month estimated quantities; vendors must register on HIePRO and complete pre‑approval documentation plus sample submission and taste testing.

Question 3

How do I find RFPs before my competitors?

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Starbridge centralizes thousands of state, local, education, and university bid portals into one AI-powered feed. We monitor 24/7 and alert you the moment an RFP drops, so you're always first to know. Plus, we track early buying signals—like contract expirations and meeting minutes—months before RFPs are released.

Question 4

Should I wait for the RFP to be released?

Accepted Answer

No. If you're not already part of the RFP writing process, you're already behind. Starbridge helps you identify opportunities months early through buying signals like strategic plans, board meeting mentions, contract expirations, and new budgets—so you can influence requirements before competitors even see the RFP.

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How does Starbridge help me win more RFPs?

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Starbridge helps you create winning proposals in half the time with AI-powered proposal drafting based on your product knowledge base. We auto-fill responses, generate compliance matrices, and provide real-time collaboration tools. Plus, you get verified decision-maker contacts and account intelligence to tailor your approach.

Question 6

What results do Starbridge customers see?

Accepted Answer

Starbridge customers report booking 5 meetings in their first week, 40% lifts in campaign response rates, and identifying 300+ opportunities in their first month. On average, Starbridge helps sales teams book 30-40% of leads into meetings by targeting the right accounts at the right time.

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