Through participation in the Small Business Administration’s NHO 8(a) Program, Kumaumau offers streamlined, direct-award contracting options that provide clients with efficient access to high-quality, culturally rooted services. This approach allows us to deliver impactful solutions while reducing the complexities and time requirements of traditional competitive procurement.
At Kumaumau, we collaborate with federal, defense, and community-focused organizations to deliver culturally informed, high-impact solutions that meet today’s complex needs while honoring Hawaiian values.
As part of the Small Business Administration’s NHO 8(a) Program, we offer clients a seamless pathway to quality services through direct award contracts. This approach streamlines procurement, allowing clients to prioritize outcomes while reducing the time and complexities of competitive bids.
Direct, Tailored Solutions: Work closely with our team to prioritize needs and develop solutions that align with your mission.
Eliminate Procurement Delays: Avoid the extended timelines associated with traditional procurement, enabling faster project starts.
Significant Contracting Flexibility: For Department of Defense projects, contracts up to $100 million can proceed without justification and approval (48 CFR 219.808-1(a)).
Support Federal SBA Goals: Direct awards to Kumaumau satisfy federal SBA objectives and cannot be protested (13 CFR 124.517(a)).
As a Native Hawaiian Organization-owned family of small businesses, Kumaumau provides swift access to services that balance expertise with a deep cultural perspective, always centering the unique needs of our clients.
1.) Initiation: The Client and Contracting Officer identify a need and decide to sole source the project to Kumaumau.
2.) Notification: The Contracting Officer sends a Letter of Intent to Award along with a project description to the SBA.
3.) Review: The SBA reviews the project scope and validates Kumaumau’s capability to fulfill the requirements.
4.) Acceptance: The SBA issues a letter of acceptance to the Contracting Officer.
5.) Negotiation: With SBA approval, the Contracting Officer and Client initiate final negotiations with Kumaumau.
6.) Award and Implementation: Once terms are agreed upon, the contract is awarded, and the Kumaumau team begins work promptly.
By choosing Kumaumau, you gain a trusted partner dedicated to sustainable solutions, efficient processes, and meaningful impacts that serve both your organization and the Hawaiian community. Let’s work together to create a future grounded in excellence and respect for heritage.
Welcome to Kumaumau Companies, where our passion is to nurture and sustain the rich Hawaiian culture and community through education, advocacy, and direct support. Join us in our journey to empower individuals and preserve our invaluable heritage for future generations.
