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FAQ for HePS Buyers

Frequently asked questions about HePS by Buyers


  1. What is HePS? 
  2. What are some benefits of using HePS?
  3. What is SicommNet?
  4. When do state agencies have to utilize HePS?
  5. Is HePS being used for SPO price and vendor list contracts?
  6. What if the quote is less than $15,000?
  7. When don't state agencies use HePS for purchases less than the small purchase threshhold?
  8. What happens when the lowest quote is too high?
  9. Do we have to award to the lowest priced quotation?
  10. If I receive no quotes on my HePS solicitation, can I just award to whoever I can find?

  11. In "Award Type" what's the difference between definite and indefinite delivery?
  12. Are there approvals in HePS? How do they work?
  13. How are approvals established in HePS?
  14. What are compliance documents?
  15. When must a buyer obtain compliance documentation?
  16. Are vendors required to register in Hawaii Compliance Express when using HePS?
  17. If a vendor is not in Hawaii Compliance Express, can the quote be rejected?
  18. Do vendors located outside of Hawaii have to meet the requirement for compliance documents?

  19. Is there a way to check Hawaii Compliance Express for vendor compliance if I am not in the process of awarding?

  20. Where can I find the Vendor Compliance Report after I have awarded in HePS?

  21. If a buyer expects a solicitation on HePS to be over $15,000 but award is less than $15,000 is the vendor required to provide compliance documents?

  22. What statutes, administrative rules, procurement circulars etc. do buyers need to know to conduct a small purchase request for quote on HePS?
  23. For HePS awards, what documents must accompany the PO to pre-audit?
  24. Who should buyers or approvers contact if the password is forgotten?
  25. Who should buyers or approvers contact with questions?
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