Q25000209 Removal of five Keawe trees inside HIARNG Kalaeloa Compound

The State of Hawaii Department of Defense is seeking a qualified contractor to remove five Keawe trees located inside the Hawaii Army National Guard (HIARNG) Kalaeloa Compound at 91-1227 Enterprise Avenue. The project requires a comprehensive tree removal service that includes supplying all necessary equipment, labor, permits, and licenses to completely remove the trees and their stumps. Contractors must be DOD and/or State Certified herbicide handlers capable of root treatment if physical stump removal is not possible. The work must strictly adhere to environmental and safety regulations set by the EPA, OSHA, and federal, state, and local agencies. Mandatory requirements include a bid bond for bids over $25,000, performance and payment bonds for contracts over $50,000, and monthly employment certification. The contract opportunity is posted on July 31, 2024, with proposals due by August 9, 2024. Bidders must be registered with the Hawaii Compliance Express and maintain a "compliant" status.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned in the documentation. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with the State of Hawaii Department of Defense serving as the project owner. While no incumbent vendors are identified, the project requires sophisticated environmental compliance and specialized tree removal expertise. Contractors must utilize the FY 2024 State Pesticide Use List for any herbicide applications and maintain detailed Pest Management Maintenance Records using DD Form 1532-1. The documentation does not provide a specific budget range or total contract value for the tree removal project. Successful bidders will need to demonstrate comprehensive environmental management capabilities, proper certification for pesticide handling, and the technical ability to safely remove trees and stumps while maintaining strict regulatory compliance.