Haw. Code R. § 3-124-70 - Purpose

The purpose of this subchapter is to establish procedures to implement the Hawaii Small Business Preference program. The procedures are intended to be flexible to allow for ongoing assessment and modification to:

(1) Strengthen and nurture emerging Hawaii industries;

(2) Increase competition by broadening the local small business contractor base;

(3) Develop and enhance the ability of local small businesses to win and successfully perform federal, state, and local government contracts;

(4) Provide increased employment opportunities for local workers in high-skill trades and technical fields; and

(5) Ensure the Small Business Preference program is implemented so as to maximize competition and obtain quality goods, services, and construction at reasonable prices.

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Haw. Code R. § 3-124-70

[Eff 1/6/07; comp 3/3/08; am and comp AUG 24 2009] (Auth: HRS §§ 103D-202, 103D-902) (Imp: HRS § 103D-902)