As used in this chapter, "adequate and reasonable competition" considers the numbers of providers solicited based upon the number of providers available and the value or price of the service. Because of variations in circumstances, it is not possible to define what is adequate and reasonable competition for every small procurement. However, in general, the more providers there are that can meet the needs of the purchasing agency, or the higher the price of the services, then a greater number of providers should be solicited.
Haw. Code R. § 3-146-202