Description
The State of Hawaii, Department of Transportation, is seeking bids for the maintenance of landscaped areas and irrigation systems along the H-1 Freeway, from Kapiolani Interchange to Ainakoa Avenue, on the island of Oahu. The project includes furnishing all labor, materials, tools, and equipment necessary for the maintenance of designated landscaped areas and irrigation systems. The contractor will be required to perform work satisfactorily, respond to work requests, and cooperate with the Engineer. The contract term is 60 months, with an option to extend for four additional 12-month periods.
• The project requires the contractor to maintain landscaped areas, including planter boxes, and inspect and maintain irrigation systems.
• The contractor must possess a valid State of Hawaii Specialty Contractor's license.
• The contract includes a provision for liquidated damages for failure to respond to work requests or repair damaged State-owned property.
• The contractor must comply with all applicable laws, including those related to workers' compensation, unemployment compensation, payment of wages, and safety.
• The contractor must pay employees at wages or salaries not less than those paid to public officers and employees for similar work.