Piilani Highway Slope Stabilization at Nuanualoa Gulch MP36.5

The County of Maui Department of Public Works is soliciting electronic sealed bids for Job No. 24-27, the Piilani Highway Slope Stabilization project at Nuanualoa Gulch MP36.5 in Kipahulu, Maui. The project involves repairing a damaged section of roadway and slope embankment on the makai side of the highway. The scope of work includes pavement reconstruction, rock slope scaling, the installation of reinforced shotcrete with grouted soil nails, and the application of erosion control matting with mechanical earth anchors. Additional requirements include site clearing, traffic management, and the implementation of Best Management Practices for erosion and sediment control. The estimated construction cost is between 2,000,000 and 2,500,000 dollars, with a performance period of 150 working days from the notice to proceed. Bids must be submitted via the Public Purchase System by September 17, 2026. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder based on the summation of unit bid prices and approximate quantities. Required submission documents include a signed proposal, a valid surety bid bond, and various certifications, including a DLIR certificate of compliance and tax clearances from the IRS and Hawaii State Department of Taxation. Contractors must adhere to prevailing wage laws and provide a written safety and health plan for bids exceeding 100,000 dollars. Final payment is contingent upon a Certificate of Vendor Compliance from the Hawaii Compliance Express.