Description
The Kahoʻolawe Island Reserve Commission (KIRC) seeks a vendor to furnish and deliver up to 5,500 native Hawaiian plants for island restoration projects. The contract runs from November 1 2026 through June 30 2027, with a total budget not to exceed $18,000 (including delivery and taxes). Preferred species include Aki Aki; detailed species breakdown is provided on Form S‑3. Plants must be nursery‑grown, pest‑free, and delivered in containers no heavier than 50 lb each, with monthly deliveries (approximately 1,250 plants per month) to the Kihei Boat House, Maui. The vendor must be registered in Hawaii Compliance Express (HCE) and comply with all state tax and labor statutes. Bids are submitted electronically via HIePRO by 2 PM on October 7 2026; the lowest responsive, responsible offer will be awarded.
• Quantity: up to 5,500 native plants (≈1,250 per month)
• Delivery window: 11/1/2026 – 6/30/2027
• Budget cap: $18,000 all‑in (taxes, delivery, fees)
• Required compliance: HCE registration, certificates of good standing, tax filings
• Delivery location: KIRC Kihei Boat House, 2780 South Kihei Rd, Kihei, HI 96753
• Evaluation: lowest net total price