Description
The Hawaii State Department of Education (HIDOE) is seeking qualified vendors to provide comprehensive tree maintenance services—including pruning, trimming, removal, bracing, planting, and related tree surgery—for schools and office facilities across Oahu, Hawaii Island (Districts III & IV), and Maui (Districts I‑V). The contract will be awarded as a single lot covering all islands, with pricing to be submitted via the HIePRO electronic procurement system. Vendors must be registered in Hawaii Compliance Express (HCE) and demonstrate compliance with state tax, workers’ compensation, and other statutory requirements. A virtual pre‑proposal conference is scheduled for 10/22/2026 (optional). Proposals are due by 4:30 PM HST on 11/25/2026, and both electronic and hard‑copy documentation are required. The award will include a transaction fee of 0.75% (capped at $5,000) and quarterly reporting obligations for price‑list contracts.
• Scope: Tree pruning, trimming, removal, bracing, planting, surgery, and related services for multiple school districts and office sites.
• Geography: Oahu (select districts), Hawaii Island (Districts III & IV), Maui (Districts I‑V).
• Contract Type: Single‑lot RFP, electronic submission via HIePRO.
• Compliance: Must be registered in HCE, provide certificates of good standing, tax, workers’ comp, etc.
• Deadline: 11/25/2026 4:30 PM HST (electronic); hard‑copy submission within 5 business days thereafter.
• Pre‑proposal conference (optional): 10/22/2026 9:30 AM HST (virtual).
• Transaction fee: 0.75% of award, max $5,000; quarterly reporting required.