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Q26002024 Backhoe Loader – Mid-Size Utility Class

General Information
Solicitation Number
Q26002024version:    01
Status
Awarded
Department
Land & Natural Resources
Division
State Parks
Islands (where the work/delivery is to be performed)
Statewide, Maui
Category
Goods and Services
Release Date
03/10/2026
Amendment Date & Time
03/10/2026 04:30 PM
Amendment Reason
This amendment is issued to correct the delivery location listed in the solicitation. The correct island of delivery for the equipment is Maui. All other solicitation requirements remain unchanged.
Offer Due Date & Time
03/24/2026 02:00 PM
Description
The Department of Land and Natural Resources, Division of State Parks, Maui District is seeking to purchase one (1) new mid-size utility class backhoe loader with attachments. Equipment shall be comparable to a John Deere 310 P-Tier backhoe loader or approved equivalent and must meet or exceed the minimum specifications listed below.
Contact Person
Kahula, Michael
Email
michael.k.kahula@hawaii.gov
Phone
808-281-3691
General Comments
The Department of Land and Natural Resources, Division of State Parks – Maui District is seeking to purchase one (1) new mid-size contractor-grade backhoe loader for use in park maintenance, infrastructure repair, drainage work, and general construction activities throughout Maui District State Parks.

Equipment offered shall be a current production model and must meet or exceed all minimum specifications listed in this solicitation. Equipment shall be comparable to a John Deere 310-class backhoe loader or approved equivalent.

The machine shall be designed and constructed for heavy-duty construction and municipal fleet use and shall not be a light-duty or rental fleet configuration.

The backhoe shall be equipped with a hydraulic thumb mounted on the rear boom to allow operators to grasp and manipulate materials such as rocks, logs, debris, and culvert pipe.

No additional attachments are requested as part of this solicitation. Machine shall be delivered with standard factory bucket configuration.

Vendor shall include all equipment, components, and accessories necessary for safe and complete operation of the machine.

Delivery shall include inspection, setup, and operational readiness.

Vendor shall provide operator and service manuals at time of delivery.

Vendor shall provide basic operator orientation or training upon delivery of the equipment.

Vendor must provide factory-authorized service and parts support within the State of Hawaii.

Delivery location will be Maui District State Parks maintenance facility unless otherwise coordinated with the Division.
Procurement Officer
Michael K. Kahula
Attachments
AG-008 103D General Conditions (1.10.23).pdf

Direct all questions regarding this Solicitation, and any questions or Issues relating to the accessibility of this Solicitation (Including the appendices and exhibits to this Document, and any other document related to this Solicitation), to: Kahula, Michael.

Q26002024 Backhoe Loader – Mid-Size Utility Class

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Title
Backhoe Loader – Mid-Size Utility Class
Description
Engine
Turbocharged diesel engine
Minimum 95 horsepower

Operating Weight
Minimum 15,000 lbs
Maximum 18,500 lbs

Transmission
Power shuttle or equivalent transmission
Minimum 4 forward and 4 reverse gears

Drive
Four wheel drive (4WD)

Hydraulic System
Closed center pressure flow compensated hydraulic system or equivalent providing smooth and precise operation

Backhoe Performance
Minimum digging depth 14 feet

Loader Performance
Minimum loader lift capacity 7,000 lbs

Steering
Hydrostatic or hydraulic power steering

Brakes
Wet disc service brakes

Cab
Fully enclosed operator cab with:
Heating and air conditioning
Adjustable suspension seat
Front and rear windshield wipers
Exterior work lights

Controls
Pilot operated joystick controls or equivalent

Electrical System
12-volt electrical system with heavy duty alternator

Telematics
Integrated machine monitoring or telematics system capable of tracking machine hours and maintenance intervals

Required Attachments

Front Loader Bucket
General purpose bucket with bolt-on cutting edge

Backhoe Buckets
One (1) 12 inch trenching bucket
One (1) 24 inch digging bucket

Extendable Dipper
Extendable dipper arm (extendahoe) or equivalent

Quick Coupler
Hydraulic quick coupler for bucket changes

Auxiliary Hydraulics
Auxiliary hydraulic lines installed for future attachments
Additional Requirements

Machine shall be new, unused, current production model

Vendor shall provide operator manual and service manual

Vendor shall provide minimum one (1) year full machine warranty

Vendor must provide authorized service and parts support within the State of Hawaii

Delivery shall include complete operational inspection and setup
Attachments

Print

Direct all questions regarding this Solicitation, and any questions or Issues relating to the accessibility of this Solicitation (Including the appendices and exhibits to this Document, and any other document related to this Solicitation), to: Kahula, Michael.

Q26002024 Backhoe Loader – Mid-Size Utility Class

Instructions
  • QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS SOLICITATION: Unless otherwise indicated, questions regarding this solicitation must be directed to the Buyer listed.
  • TRANSACTION FEES: The awarded vendor shall pay a transaction fee of 0.75% (.0075) of the award, not to exceed $5,000 for each award. This transaction fee shall be based on the original award amount and the awarded vendor shall be responsible for payment of the fee to Tyler Hawaii, the vendor administering the HIePRO. Payment must be made to Tyler Hawaii within thirty (30) days of receipt of invoice. The invoice is generated based on the date the award is posted.
  • OFFER DEEMED FIRM/AUTHORITY TO SUBMIT OFFER: Submission of an electronic response to the State of Hawaii constitutes and shall be deemed an offer to sell the specified goods and/or services to the State of Hawaii at the price shown in the response and under the State's Terms and Conditions. The electronic response submitter certifies that he/she is authorized to sign the response for the submitting vendor and that the response is made without connection with any person, firm, or corporation making a response for the same goods and/or services and is in all respects fair and without collusion or fraud.
  • COMPLIANCE AND DOCUMENTATION: Vendors are required to be compliant with all appropriate state and federal statutes. Proof of compliance is required through HCE or via paper documentation.
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  • VENDOR COMPLIANCE – PAPER DOCUMENTS : Vendors not utilizing HCE shall provide paper certificates that must be valid at the time of award. All applications for applicable clearances are the responsibility of the vendor, who must be compliant pursuant to HRS§103D-310(c) with the chapters 1) Chapter 237, General Excise Tax Laws; 2) Chapter 382, Hawaii Employment Security Law; 3)Chapter 386, Worker’s Compensation Law; 4) Chapter 392, Temporary Disability Insurance; 5)Chapter 393, Prepaid Health Care Act; and 6) §103D-310(c), Certificate of Good Standing (COGS) for entities doing business in the State. Upon receipt of compliance paper documents (A-6, LIR#27, COGS), the purchasing agency reserves the right to verify their validity with the respective issuing agency.
  • HAWAII GENERAL EXCISE TAX (GET): Unless otherwise stated in this solicitation, vendors shall include all applicable taxes in the price submitted. The Hawaii General Excise Tax (GET) shall not exceed 4.712% for the islands of Oahu, Kauai , Hawaii, and Maui.
  • ADDITIONAL FEES AND CHARGES: Vendors shall include all applicable fees, charges, surcharges, shipping/handling, delivery, or any other charges associated with this solicitation in the price submitted.
  • RESPONSE TO THIS SOLICITATION: Only responses submitted through HIePRO shall be considered for award.
  • VENDOR NON-COMPLIANCE : NON-COMPLIANCE may result in a vendor not receiving an award, delay of payment, or cancellation of award. If the vendor does not maintain timely compliance, which is the vendor’s responsibility, an offer otherwise deemed responsive and responsible may not be awarded. State agencies may check for compliance at any time.