Kikiaola Small Boat Harbor Hurricane Lowell Marg. Wharf Repair

The State of Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources is soliciting competitive sealed bids for Job No. KA26-01 to repair the marginal wharf at Kikiaola Small Boat Harbor in Kekaha, Kauai, which was damaged by Hurricane Lowell. The project requires the contractor to furnish all labor, materials, and equipment to fully remove the existing wooden superstructure and construct a new one using marine-grade lumber treated with Chemonite A CZA and 316 stainless steel hardware. Key deliverables include the installation of 15-inch cast aluminum cleats and the implementation of Best Management Practices for environmental management. All work must be completed within 90 consecutive calendar days from the written notice to proceed. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder, with preferences considered for recycled products, Hawaii products, and registered apprenticeship agreements. Bidders must be incorporated or registered in Hawaii and possess a valid contractor's license. Required submission documents include tax clearances from DOTAX and the IRS, a DLIR certificate of compliance, and a DCCA certificate of good standing. For bids of $50,000 or more, bid security is required, and the successful awardee must provide performance and payment bonds equal to 100% of the total contract price. Final acceptance is contingent upon an inspection by the Engineer and the submission of as-built drawings, written guarantees, and complete payroll records.