FAQ for HePS Buyers
Frequently asked questions about HePS by Buyers
- What is HePS?
- What are some benefits of using HePS?
- What is SicommNet?
- When do state agencies have to utilize HePS?
- Is HePS being used for SPO price and vendor list contracts?
- What if the quote is less than $15,000?
- When don't state agencies use HePS for purchases less than the small purchase threshhold?
- What happens when the lowest quote is too high?
- Do we have to award to the lowest priced quotation?
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If I receive no quotes on my HePS solicitation, can I just award to whoever I can find?
- In "Award Type" what's the difference between definite and indefinite delivery?
- Are there approvals in HePS? How do they work?
- How are approvals established in HePS?
- What are compliance documents?
- When must a buyer obtain compliance documentation?
- Are vendors required to register in Hawaii Compliance Express when using HePS?
- If a vendor is not in Hawaii Compliance Express, can the quote be rejected?
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Do vendors located outside of Hawaii have to meet the requirement for compliance documents?
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Where can I find the Vendor Compliance Report after I have awarded in HePS?
- What statutes, administrative rules, procurement circulars etc. do buyers need to know to conduct a small purchase request for quote on HePS?
- For HePS awards, what documents must accompany the PO to pre-audit?
- Who should buyers or approvers contact if the password is forgotten?
- Who should buyers or approvers contact with questions?
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10-05-2009 11:14