NH-093-1(035) Farrington Highway Widening

The Farrington Highway Widening project, solicitation B27000387, is an invitation for bids issued by the Hawaii Department of Transportation to develop an auxiliary lane between Nanakuli Avenue and Mohihi Street in the District of Ewa, Oahu. The scope of work includes excavation, cold-planing, paving, striping, signage, drainage structure modifications, and the installation of retaining walls. The estimated construction cost is between 35 million and 37 million dollars, with a performance period of 780 calendar days from the start work date. Bidders must hold a valid State of Hawaii General Engineering A license and submit their proposals via HiePRO by October 28, 2026. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder based on the summation of unit bid prices and approximate quantities. Key requirements include the submission of a surety bid bond for proposals exceeding 25,000 dollars, as well as performance and labor and material payment bonds. The project adheres to federal and state regulations, including the Davis-Bacon Act, the Build America, Buy America Act, and Hawaii Revised Statutes Chapter 103D. Contractors are required to comply with strict prompt payment terms, paying subcontractors within 10 calendar days of receiving progress payments from the agency. Final acceptance is determined by the Engineer based on full compliance with contract documents, including specific quality standards for pavement smoothness and compaction.