Provide Refuse Collection and Disposal Services for the HIDOE

The Hawaii Department of Education (HIDOE) is seeking a qualified vendor to provide comprehensive refuse collection and disposal services for its schools and public buildings located on the island of Molokai. The contract will cover routine trash pickup, recyclable material hauling, operation of solid‑waste landfills, and non‑hazardous waste incineration as required. Bids must be submitted electronically through the state’s HIePRO system by 4:30 p.m. HST on 27 October 2026, and hard‑copy offer pages must be delivered within five business days after the deadline. Vendors must be registered in Hawaii’s compliance system (HCE) and include all applicable taxes, fees, and a transaction fee of 0.75 % (capped at $5,000). • Service area: Island of Molokai (state‑wide education facilities) • Scope: Refuse collection, recyclable hauling, landfill operation, waste incineration (non‑hazardous) • Contract type: Invitation for Bids (IFB) – single‑lot, award based on lowest responsive price • Submission: Electronic via HIePRO; hard‑copy offer pages required within 5 working days after bid closing • Mandatory compliance: HCE registration, proof of tax, workers’ compensation, insurance, and other state statutes • Deadline: 27 Oct 2026, 04:30 PM HST • Estimated contract value: $200 K‑$500 K annually (see payout estimate)