Department of Land & Natural Resources, Furnish and Deliver Native Hawaiian Plants for Kaho`olawe Island, IFB No. OCEAN27-PLANTS01 (2026)
Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources | State of HawaiiState · Honolulu, HI- Due
- Oct 7, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 24, 2026
- Duration
- 8 months
- Primary contact
- Matthew Hatakeyama
- (808) 243-5024
The 30-second brief
Furnish and deliver the maximum amount of native Hawaiian plants to the Kaho`olawe Island Reserve Commission (KIRC) for restoration projects on Kaho`olawe Island, Maui, Hawaii. The scope of work includes providing various native plant species such as Kou, Wiliwili, Ma`o, Hau, Pohuehue, Naio, Nuapauka, Aki`aki, Milo, and `Akulikuli over the contract period from November 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027, with a maximum budget not to exceed $18,000 USD including delivery and taxes. Bidders must adhere to strict plant specifications including sterile growing medium, dibble tubes, hardening off, and specific delivery at the KIRC Kihei Boat House. The submission deadline is October 7, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on the net total outright purchase price.
Native Hawaiian plants (Cordia subcordata, Erythrina sandwicensis, Gossypium tomentosum, Hibiscus tiliaceus, Ipomoea pes-capre, Myoporum sandwicense, Scaevola sericea, Sporobolus virginicus, Thespesia populnea, Sesuvium portulacastrum)
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on the net total outright purchase price
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Summary
Furnish and deliver the maximum amount of native Hawaiian plants to the Kaho`olawe Island Reserve Commission (KIRC) for restoration projects on Kaho`olawe Island, Maui, Hawaii.
The scope of work includes providing various native plant species such as Kou, Wiliwili, Ma`o, Hau, Pohuehue, Naio, Nuapauka, Aki`aki, Milo, and `Akulikuli over the contract period from November 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027, with a maximum budget not to exceed $18,000 USD including delivery and taxes. Bidders must adhere to strict plant specifications including sterile growing medium, dibble tubes, hardening off, and specific delivery at the KIRC Kihei Boat House. The submission deadline is October 7, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on the net total outright purchase price.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on the net total outright purchase price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Native Hawaiian plants (Cordia subcordata, Erythrina sandwicensis, Gossypium tomentosum, Hibiscus tiliaceus, Ipomoea pes-capre, Myoporum sandwicense, Scaevola sericea, Sporobolus virginicus, Thespesia populnea, Sesuvium portulacastrum)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Offer Form, Hawaii Compliance Express Certificate of Vendor Compliance
- Submit to
- https://hiepro.ehawaii.gov/public-display-solicitation.html?rfid=27000462
- Scope location
- Maui, HI
- Reported agency
- Department of Land & Natural Resources
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources | State of Hawaii?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 7, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://hiepro.ehawaii.gov/public-display-solicitation.html?rfid=27000462. For questions, contact Matthew Hatakeyama.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources | State of Hawaii in HI, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the IFB submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Matthew Hatakeyama at (808) 243-5024. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Native Hawaiian plants (Cordia subcordata, Erythrina sandwicensis, Gossypium tomentosum, Hibiscus tiliaceus, Ipomoea pes-capre, Myoporum sandwicense, Scaevola sericea, Sporobolus virginicus, Thespesia populnea, Sesuvium portulacastrum). Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on the net total outright purchase price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 8 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Offer Form, Hawaii Compliance Express Certificate of Vendor Compliance. Review the full document from Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources | State of Hawaii for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Maui, HI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.