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- KALA Coconut Tree Pruning, Removal & Disposal Federal contract opportunity
- Solicitation number
- 140P8226Q0003
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This is a Questions and Answers (Q&A) document for solicitation 140P8226Q0003, issued by the National Park Service under the Department of the Interior, pertaining to coconut tree pruning, removal, and disposal services at Kalaupapa.
The Q&A clarifies key operational and logistical requirements for performing services at the remote Kalaupapa settlement. Contractors must use traditional tree-climbing methods including ropes and climbing spikes; bucket trucks and mechanical lifts are prohibited. The Government provides a Ford F450 dump truck (GVWR 16,000 lbs) for Contractor use. Coconut waste must be removed via the annual single-day barge operation (typically July or August) rather than chipped on-site, as chipping would conflict with the Cultural Landscape Report's preservation requirements for maintaining historic open ground planes and visual integrity. The Contractor bears full responsibility for determining staffing levels, service visit frequency, and scheduling to meet Statement of Work requirements. Contractors must arrange and pay for all personnel lodging (approximately $20 per person per night at DOH Visitor's Quarters on a space-available basis) and provide all food and meal provisions, as no commercial food services exist on the island. Roll-off container capacity on the barge is determined annually by the barge operator's stow plan, requiring Contractors to coordinate waste removal within these variable logistical constraints.
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| File | Type | Posted |
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| Sol_140P8226Q0003_Amd_0002.pdf | ||
| Sol_140P8226Q0003_Amd_0001.pdf | ||
| FY26-FY29_Coconut_Tree_Pruning__Removal____Disposal_PWS_0001.docx | DOCX document | |
| Sol_140P8226Q0003.pdf | ||
| Performance_Work_Statement_-_Coconut_Tree_Pruning__Removal___Disposal.pdf | ||
| Wage_Determination.pdf | ||
| APPENDIX_C_-_Neighborhood_Zones.pdf | ||
| APPENDIX_B_-_Kalaupapa_Risk_Acknowledgement_and_Liability_Waiver_09_08_2025.pdf | ||
| APPENDIX_D_-_KALA_Guidelines_for_the_Management_of_Coconut_Trees.pdf | ||
| APPENDIX_A_-_Coconut_Tree_Locations.pdf |
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Q&A for 140P8226Q0003 KALA Coconut Tree Pruning, Removal & Disposal
1. If I send my equipment (bucket truck) over on the barge for this service, does that mean my equipment will remain here [in Kalaupapa] until next year?
A: The Statement of Work (SOW) requires the use of traditional tree-climbing methods for coconut tree pruning and removal, including ropes and climbing spikes. The use of bucket trucks, mechanical lifts, or similar equipment is not permitted under this requirement. Except as specifically restricted by the SOW, the Government does not prescribe the Contractor’s means and methods.
2. How many climbers did the previous Contractor utilize to perform coconut tree pruning and removal services?
A: The previous Contractor utilized one qualified tree climber, supported by ground personnel and equipment operators, and conducted multiple service visits annually. This information is provided for informational purposes only. The Government does not specify or require any particular staffing levels, crew composition, or frequency of site visits. The Contractor shall determine the staffing, scheduling, and approach necessary to accomplish all work in accordance with the SOW.
3. How did the previous Contractor handle the removal and transportation of coconut waste during the Kalaupapa barge operation?
A: The previous Contractor staged coconut waste throughout the performance period using available equipment and consolidated it for removal during the annual barge operation. On barge day, Contractor-furnished roll-off containers were loaded and transported for off-island disposal. All loading and shipment activities occurred within the single-day barge operation. This description reflects one prior approach and is provided for informational purposes only. The Contractor shall be responsible for developing and executing a compliant approach that meets all SOW requirements and logistical constraints.
4. What is the size and load capacity of the NPS dump truck provided for Contractor use during this operation?
A: The Government-furnished vehicle is a Ford F450 dump truck with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of 16,000 lbs.
5. Why can’t the coconut waste be chipped instead of exported on the annual barge?
Disposal methods must be consistent with the Cultural Landscape Report (CLR) for Kalaupapa, which prioritizes preservation of historic landscape characteristics, including open ground planes and visual integrity. Chipping and dispersing coconut waste within the settlement is not consistent with these requirements. Accordingly, off-site removal via the annual barge operation is required to ensure compliance with applicable preservation standards.
6. Is lodging for each service visit required to be arranged outside of Kalaupapa?
A: Lodging within Kalaupapa may be available through the Department of Health (DOH) on a space-available basis. Such accommodations are basic and shared. There are approximately seven rooms over at the Visitor’s Quarters, each furnished with two single beds. Bathroom and kitchen facilities are shared with all guests lodging at the Visitor’s Quarters. Bed linens and one bath towel are provided for each guest. The current rate is approximately $20 per person per night. The Contractor is responsible for making all lodging arrangements and for all associated costs.
7. Are Contractors responsible for supplying and transporting all food and meal provisions for personnel during each service visit?
Yes. No commercial food services or retail facilities are available within Kalaupapa. The Contractor shall be responsible for providing and transporting all necessary food and provisions for its personnel.
8. How often does the barge run from Honolulu to Kalaupapa and back to Honolulu?
A: There is one annual single-day round-trip barge operation, typically occurring in July or August.
9. How many roll-offs can the barge ship from Kalaupapa to Honolulu?
A: The number of roll-off containers that can be transported is not fixed and is determined annually based on the stow plan developed by the barge operator. The Contractor is responsible for coordinating within these logistical constraints.
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