Circulating Water Pump, Kekaha, Kauai

The State of Hawaii Agribusiness Development Corporation is soliciting bids for the furnishing and delivery of one circulating water pump to Kekaha, Kauai, under IFB 26-200-011, with bids due August 21, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. and questions due August 12, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.

The pump must be a FLOWSERVE 27HSPR or equivalent model with a 200 HP rating, one stage, epoxy-coated carbon steel construction with a 316 stainless steel impeller, manufactured in 2026 or later. The pump will discharge water from the Kawaiele drainage ditch to prevent flooding. Bidders may request substitutions if they can demonstrate equal or superior quality and performance; substitution requests must be submitted by August 12, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., with approval or rejection posted by August 14, 2026. Substitution requests should be directed to Ken Nakamoto, Project Manager, at ken.t.nakamoto@hawaii.gov and must include supporting technical brochures and statements of variances.

The estimated contract cost is $250,000. All bids must include all costs such as shipping, tariffs, taxes, and associated expenses in the all-inclusive price. Delivery is required to 7189-D Kaumualii Highway, Kekaha, Hawaii 96752 on or before April 30, 2027. The contract term is one calendar year from the official notice to proceed, with the ADC retaining the option to extend at no additional cost. Upon delivery, the bidder must provide a Pump Hour Certificate, notarized Certificate of Bill of Sale, Certificate of Weight and Measures with verified weight, and Certificate of Origin. The circulating water pump carries a one-year manufacturer warranty from the date of final acceptance against defects, excluding vandalism, negligence by others, or acts of God, with all manufacturer warranties transferred to ADC. Payment is due within thirty calendar days of receiving satisfactory delivery and required documentation. Award is contingent on fund availability and approval by the State Department of the Attorney General.