Opportunity
Hawaii eProcurement Portal #Q27000358
Hawaii Solicits 30 Custom Mooring Buoys (Jim Buoy #4403 or Walsh Marine #W2400MAW or Equivalent)
Posted
September 03, 2026
Respond By
September 17, 2026
Identifier
Q27000358
NAICS
423910
The State of Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources, Division of Boating and Ocean Recreation, is seeking bids for the supply and delivery of 30 custom mooring buoys for use at Honokohau Small Boat Harbor and statewide. - Government Buyer: - State of Hawaii, Department of Land and Natural Resources - Division of Boating and Ocean Recreation, Hawaii District - OEMs and Vendors: - Jim Buoy (Cal June Jim Buoy) - Walsh Marine Products - Comparable OEMs may be considered if specifications are met - Products Requested: - 30 mooring buoys, 24-inch diameter - Acceptable models: Jim Buoy #4403 or Walsh Marine #W2400MAW - Custom bottom swivel type (no top eye, through rod, or top nut) - All hardware must be stainless or galvanized steel - Completely foam-filled with urethane foam meeting/exceeding US Coast Guard requirements - 2-inch reflective prismatic blue band (or no band if unavailable) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Buoys must be delivered by the specified deadline - Vendors must provide product specifications, pricing (including all taxes, fees, shipping, and handling), certificate of insurance, signed W-9, and blank invoice statement - Compliance with Hawaii Compliance Express (HCE) or equivalent is mandatory - Only bids submitted through HIePRO will be accepted - Transaction fee of 0.75% of award (max $5,000) applies
Description
This solicitation is for the supply of 30 mooring buoys, specifically Jim Buoy #4403 or Walsh Marine #W2400MAW models, to be delivered to the Hawaii District. The buoys must meet detailed specifications including being 24 inches in diameter, foam-filled with urethane foam meeting or exceeding US Coast Guard requirements, and equipped with specific hardware such as a galvanized swivel and a reflective prismatic blue band. Vendors must submit a formal proposal including product specifications and pricing, with all applicable taxes and delivery charges included. The delivery deadline is December 4, 2026, and vendors must provide required documentation such as a certificate of insurance and a signed W-9 form.