Keaiwa Heiau State Recreation Area Water System Improvements

The contract pertains to water system improvements at Keaiwa Heiau State Recreation Area on Oahu, Hawaii, with the scope encompassing the replacement of an existing water line, water bladder tanks, tank enclosure building, and associated site work. The solicitation, numbered B26002501, was posted on April 28, 2026, with responses due by June 2, 2026, and is administered by the Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources through its e-Procurement system, HIePRO. Proposals must be submitted electronically via HIePRO by the deadline; mail, fax, or courier submissions are not accepted unless explicitly requested after closing. The contract is structured around definitive quantity requirements, with no firm fixed price or indefinite delivery indicators specified, though cost-reimbursement language is referenced. Pricing is not fully defined, with only one line item—Field Office Allowance—listed at $10,000; other items such as copper waterline, brass fittings, and concrete are included but lack unit or extended prices, rendering total contract value undetermined. Optional additive bids exist for Stone Veneer and Road Repair, which may be accepted or rejected upon award. Performance is to occur at the recreation area on Oahu, and all work must adhere strictly to contract drawings, specifications, and applicable standards including ASTM D-1557, ASTM C-962, ASTM C-920, and ACI 318-11. Materials must be inspected at source and destination, with final acceptance occurring on-site by the Engineer or state representative following submission of as-built drawings, punch list resolution, and compliance certifications. Contractor responsibilities include compliance with state-specific safety, tax, and employment certifications under HRS Chapters 103D, 396, 444, and 11-355, including submission of a safety plan for contracts exceeding $100,000 and disclosure of joint contractors and subcontractors. A 5% bid price reduction is available to bidders participating in a certified apprenticeship program, and a 10% preference applies to bids using recycled materials, though the final award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder under an LPTA approach. Additional obligations include adherence to state confidentiality laws, prohibition of conflicts of interest and campaign contributions, and performance of at least 20% of the work with the contractor’s own workforce.