Provide Refuse Collection and Disposal Services for the HIDOE

Solicitation IFB D27-037 is an invitation for bids from the Hawaii State Department of Education to provide refuse collection and disposal services for various schools and state public buildings on the island of Molokai. The contract is scheduled to commence on February 1, 2027, and end on January 31, 2028, with the possibility of up to three additional twelve-month extensions. The selected contractor must maintain a Molokai-based facility and an active County of Maui Refuse Account Number. Services include the provision of metal bins with casters and plastic covers, with a requirement that all collections be completed by 6:00 P.M. HST on scheduled days. Strict hygiene standards are mandated, including disinfecting and deodorizing food service bins after every pickup and a comprehensive cleaning of all bins every sixth week. The contract will be awarded to the qualified offeror submitting the lowest all-inclusive bid price per cubic yard. To be eligible, bidders must demonstrate at least two consecutive years of experience, provide three professional references, and certify compliance with federal and state requirements. Bids must be submitted electronically via the HiePRO system by October 27, 2026, followed by hard copies of original offer pages delivered to the Procurement and Contracts Branch in Waipahu. Payment terms are set at thirty calendar days following the receipt of separate itemized invoices for schools and state public buildings. Compliance with HRS wage rates and the provision of a Tax Clearance Certificate are mandatory requirements for the contractor.