The Repair and Maintenance of Plumbing

The State of Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources, through its Division of Boating and Ocean Recreation, is soliciting bids under IFB B26002876 for plumbing diagnosis and repair services at six harbor facilities and one launch ramp across Hawaii. The work is to be performed by a licensed plumbing contractor holding a valid State C-37 license, with bidders disqualified if they have had a contract terminated or canceled for non-performance within the past five years. The contract is structured as a Firm Fixed-Price arrangement based on an Invitation for Bid, with award going to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder in accordance with Hawaii Revised Statutes Chapter 103D-310, adhering to a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable approach where technical compliance is a pass/fail criterion. Performance is required at the designated harbor and launch ramp locations, with no scheduled preventive maintenance included unless specifically ordered by the Contract Administrator or Chief Engineer. The contract term is twelve months starting no earlier than June 30, 2026, with the option for two additional twelve-month extensions, each at the same or lower contract price unless otherwise allowed. The only quantified financial element is a fixed allowance of $35,000 for unforeseen conditions, equipment rental, and additional work; labor and equipment usage are priced on an hourly basis without disclosed rates, making the total contract value uncertain beyond this allowance. Bidders must submit a completed proposal electronically via the HIePRO portal by June 4, 2026, including five original copies of executed documents, and the apparent low bidder has ten days post-award to provide proof of general liability insurance, along with performance and labor and material payment bonds if required. All work must adhere to Hawaii Administrative Rules and state labor compliance standards, with contractors required to maintain tax clearances, register with Hawaii Compliance Express, and ensure all personnel complete security training and sign confidentiality agreements. Contract modifications exceeding 15% in cost or 30 days in duration require prior approval from the head of the purchasing agency, and inspections by the State are permitted at any reasonable time to verify compliance with contractual and regulatory standards. Invoicing must be submitted in paper form to the designated address in Kailua-Kona, referencing the contract number and accompanied by certifications of completed work, with payment contingent on available funding and proper financial documentation.