WALK-IN FREEZER

The County of Hawai'i is issuing a solicitation for a walk-in freezer, designated as RFQ number R2602863, with a posting date of November 26, 2025, and a response deadline of December 3, 2025. The procurement is managed through the County’s OpenGov Procurement Portal, and proposals must be submitted electronically by the specified deadline. The project involves acquiring a walk-in freezer with detailed specifications aligning with models similar to Norlake Fast-Trak Indoor Walk-In Freezer 8'x8'x7'7" with remote compressor, operating at -10°F, with features such as LED lighting, digital thermometers, and NSF listing. The unit is intended for indoor use in Hilo, Hawaii, and must meet all specified dimensions, voltage, cooling capacity, and refrigerant requirements. The contractual framework emphasizes compliance with local procurement laws and includes provisions for warranties, delivery terms (FOB destination), and legal clauses governing modifications, terminations, and bonds, notably performance and labor/payment bonds. The contract clauses are locally defined, with general terms and conditions established in May 2023, but do not follow federal FAR clause numbering. The evaluation process for award is based on best value, considering both technical merit and price, although specific evaluation criteria, weights, or sub-factors are not detailed. The scope of work encompasses all labor, materials, and incidental services necessary for satisfactory completion, with performance to be inspected and accepted at the designated destination by County personnel. Pricing information is not provided in the available documents, with placeholders indicating that unit costs, shipping, and taxes are to be determined or submitted by vendors. The contract does not specify particular packaging, preservation, or marking requirements, nor does it mention military standards or labeling protocols. Offeror certifications include compliance with wage laws, non-collusion affirmations, and verification of tax and business standing through Hawaii Compliance Express, but no specific socioeconomic or size certifications are required. The contract administration details specify the County’s Purchasing Division as the primary administrative office, with no explicit mention of specific performance periods, delivery schedules, or detailed contractual special requirements beyond general compliance and bonding provisions.