KFD Helicopter Hanger Construction

This Invitation for Bid (IFB) seeks a qualified contractor to design and construct a new helicopter hangar for the Kauai Fire Department, including site grading, utility installation, concrete work, and a paved parking/landing area. The project will be a tension‑fabric structure of approximately 4,800 sq ft with a height of 23.5 ft, plus an adjoining asphalt‑concrete apron and parking lot of roughly 7,000‑8,000 sq ft. All work must comply with Hawaii state contracting rules, require a bid bond, and the contractor must hold an A or B class Hawaii State Contractor’s License. A non‑mandatory pre‑bid conference is scheduled for August 25, 2026. • Scope: earthwork, grading, import of granular fill, foundation (shallow footings and drilled piers for light poles), concrete slab, structural steel, tension‑fabric roof, electrical, mechanical, and site utilities. • Required documents: bid bond, acceptance of numerous specification PDFs, registration in the Public Purchase system. • Key dates: bid opening September 29, 2026; submission deadline November 4, 2026. • Location: 4444 Rice Street, Lihue, Kauai, HI – near Ahukini Road and Lihue Airport. • Mandatory qualifications: Hawaii Contractor License Type A or B, compliance with HCE tax/registration/labor requirements.