BIOLIGICAL SERVICES TO SURVEY AND MONITOR ENDANGERED SPECIES

The County of Hawai'i is soliciting biological services to survey and monitor endangered species under solicitation number R2604143, with responses due by April 30, 2026, through the OpenGov Procurement Portal. The work involves comprehensive field surveys and ongoing monitoring activities to ensure compliance with federal and state environmental regulations, particularly those under the Endangered Species Act and relevant Hawai‘i Revised Statutes, including HAR §3-123 and HRS §103D-702. Contractors must provide all labor, equipment, materials, and incidental services necessary to complete the project, adhering to strict standards of quality and regulatory adherence. The contract requires submission of a CAGE Code, tax clearance through Hawai‘i Compliance Express, and proof of good standing with the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, with additional mandatory certifications triggered by bid value—specifically, a Certificate of Cost or Pricing Data for offers over $100,000 and a wage compliance certification for contracts exceeding $25,000. Insurance requirements are stringent, mandating $1 million in professional liability coverage, $1 million in business automobile liability, and statutory workers’ compensation with $1 million in employers’ liability, all naming the County as additional insured with a waiver of subrogation. Performance is to take place at locations designated in the contract, with F.O.B. destination terms applying, meaning all delivery and handling costs are included in the quoted price. The period of performance begins upon issuance of a Notice to Proceed, and time is of the essence, with no tolerance for delays. The County reserves the right to inspect and accept work at any time, requiring that all deliverables conform to specifications or offer equal or superior alternatives with documented proof. The award basis depends on the solicitation method: for IFB, it will go to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder under a lowest price technically acceptable model; for RFP, award will be based on best value considering unspecified evaluation factors. While no formal evaluation criteria, weights, or scoring matrix are provided, evaluators may adjust scores during review. No contract type is explicitly stated, and no funding codes, payment office details, or COR/COTR designations are included. Invoicing procedures are undefined beyond a 30-day payment timeline, and electronic invoicing systems like WAWF are not mandated. Special provisions prohibit campaign contributions to elected officials and require immediate reporting of any debarment status changes. All proposals must be submitted