HWY-HM-2026-06 Maintenance of Landscaped Areas at Various

The scope of work consists of furnishing all labor, materials, tools, and equipment necessary for the maintenance of landscaped areas to certain designated areas, along and within the highway right-of-way. Work includes weeding, mowing, edging, the removal of debris and litter, and other services necessary for the care and upkeep of highway plantings along the State right-of-way on an open end, as-needed basis.

To be eligible for award, bidders shall possess a valid State of Hawaii Specialty Contractors "C-27" license at the time of bidding.

The scope of work consists of furnishing all labor, materials, tools, and equipment necessary for the maintenance of landscaped areas to certain designated areas, along and within the highway right-of-way. Work includes weeding, mowing, edging, the removal of debris and litter, and other services necessary for the care and upkeep of highway plantings along the State right-of-way on an open end, as-needed basis.

The requirement for services to be furnished by the Contractor will be on an indefinite quantity/ "as-needed" basis as called for in these specifications. Payment for services shall be paid by Purchase Order.

Bidders shall register and submit complete bids through **HIePRO** only. **HIePRO OFFER DUE DATE AND TIME is Monday, November 9, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., Hawaii Standard Time (HST).** Proposals received after said due date and time shall not be considered. FAILURE TO UPLOAD THE PROPOSAL TO HIePRO SHALL BE GROUNDS FOR REJECTION.

The awarding of the contract will be made to the lowest and responsive and responsible bidder.

Since public safety is of utmost importance, the bidder must maintain office(s) and maintenance crew on the Island of Hawaii and must have all required equipment available on the Island of Hawaii.

Prior to the execution of the contract, the successful bidder shall file good and sufficient **performance bonds** on the forms furnished by the Department. The performance bond amount required shall be as follows:

| Area | Performance Bond Amount |
| --- | --- |
| Area 1 - East, Hawaii | **$250,000.00** |
| Area 2 West, Hawaii | **$250,000.00** |

The contract, contract performance bond, and the *Certificate for Performance of Services* shall be executed by the successful bidder and returned within ten (10) days after the award of the contract.