Q24002059 E00BO42A Demolition of Abandoned Bldgs at 87-028 Farrington Hwy

The State of Hawaii's Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) Engineering Division is soliciting competitive bids for a demolition and hazardous material abatement project located at 87-028 Farrington Highway in Waianae, Honolulu County. The procurement opportunity (Job No. E00BO42A) involves the complete demolition, removal, and abatement of two abandoned houses containing hazardous materials including lead-based paint and asbestos floor tiles. Additional project scope includes demolishing and removing a converted carport workshop, storage shed, and two damaged boats. Contractors must submit bids through the Hawaii State e-Procurement (HIePRO) system by May 20, 2024, with a voluntary pre-bid conference and site visit scheduled for May 3, 2024. Required qualifications include possessing a valid State of Hawaii Contractor's license, compliance with prevailing wage rates, and the ability to provide performance and payment bonds. Bidders must also agree to complete all work within 45 consecutive calendar days and will be subject to liquidated damages of $100 per calendar day for late completion.

The contract includes several set-aside and preference provisions, specifically a Hawaii Products preference and an apprenticeship agreement preference. Contractors must hire a minimum of 80% Hawaii residents to perform the work and are prohibited from making campaign contributions during the contract term. The estimated construction cost is approximately $150,000, with the contract award contingent upon the availability of funds and subject to review by the Board of Land and Natural Resources, which reserves the right to hold all bids for 90 days. The project requires extensive hazardous material handling, including sampling, analysis, testing, and monitoring of asbestos, lead, and potential arsenic-containing materials. Successful bidders must demonstrate comprehensive environmental compliance capabilities and possess appropriate certifications for hazardous material abatement. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder, with evaluation criteria focusing on technical capability, compliance with specifications, and cost-effectiveness.