ATTACHMENT 06 Subcontractor References if applicable.docx

This is a subcontractor references attachment document for a Request for Proposals issued by the Hawai'i Tourism Authority (HTA) for the development of a Statewide Hawai'i Agritourism Study and Plan (RFP No. 27-16). The attachment requires prime contractors to provide references for any subcontractors they intend to utilize on this project. The document establishes the framework for demonstrating subcontractor qualifications and experience relevant to the agritourism study initiative, which aims to create a data-informed, implementation-oriented statewide framework supporting responsible agritourism development. The reference submission enables the HTA to evaluate subcontractor capabilities in areas such as agricultural research, tourism planning, economic analysis, community engagement, and policy development that may be necessary to complete the comprehensive agritourism study.

The specific requirements for subcontractor references, including the format, number of references required, and evaluation criteria, would be detailed within this attachment document. This reference requirement is standard procurement practice that allows the HTA to assess the qualifications and track records of proposed subcontractors before award, ensuring that all team members contributing to the agritourism study possess relevant expertise and a demonstrated history of successful project delivery. The inclusion of this attachment in the RFP package indicates that the HTA anticipated that qualified proposers would likely need specialized subcontractor support to adequately address the study's multifaceted requirements.