The Public Works Building Division of the County of Hawaii is responsible for maintaining and upgrading municipal infrastructure to ensure safe, accessible, and functional public facilities across the Big Island. Its core mission centers on sustaining critical building systems through targeted procu...
The Public Works Building Division of the County of Hawaii is responsible for maintaining and upgrading municipal infrastructure to ensure safe, accessible, and functional public facilities across the Big Island. Its core mission centers on sustaining critical building systems through targeted procurement of facility-related equipment, vehicle fleets, and specialized maintenance components. Strategic priorities include enhancing accessibility compliance, modernizing energy-efficient infrastructure, and supporting operational mobility for field personnel. Key programs focus on ADA retrofitting, HVAC and electrical system upgrades, and fleet modernization to support field operations and public service delivery.
The agency routinely procures automotive vehicles—both new and used—as well as hardware for doors, plumbing and hydronic systems, electrical installations, and household appliances like vacuum cleaners. Contract structures are primarily direct solicitations without set-asides, indicating a preference for open competition based on technical specifications and operational suitability rather than socio-economic preferences. Procurements are often tied to immediate facility needs, such as ADA motor retrofits or rooftop solar inverter replacements, reflecting a reactive yet maintenance-driven operational model.
Primary procurement activity is concentrated in NAICS categories related to automotive supply (new and used car dealers, vehicle manufacturing), building components (metal doors and hardware), electrical contracting, and hydronic equipment distribution. The agency consistently sources from commercial vendors in the automotive, building materials, and facility services sectors, favoring established suppliers with proven product reliability and rapid delivery capabilities. No set-aside preferences are indicated in procurement history.
Located in Hilo, the Public Works Building Division operates under the County of Hawaii’s Department of Public Works, managing infrastructure assets across the entire island. It utilizes standard municipal procurement vehicles, including price term agreements and direct solicitations, to acquire goods and services essential to facility operations and public safety.
