When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due November 25, 2026. Questions must be submitted by November 6, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

Settle estimates the budget at $100,000 – $500,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.

It was issued by Hawaii State Department of Education. The work is located in Hawaii, United States.

Tree Maintenance Services for Various Schools and Offices (Due November 25, 2026)

Overview

Construction, Facilities & Maintenance

Hawaii, United States; Hawaii, United States; Hawaii, United StatesPosted: October 16, 2026Deadline: November 25, 2026

Settle Signals

Market intelligence for public sector sales teams

RFP Hunter shows what is open. Settle shows what is forming.

Settle pieces together buyer signals, budgets, contract activity, and the sources your team already monitors. See why an opportunity fits and what to do before the RFP posts.

Learn more about Settle

SUMMARY

The Hawaii State Department of Education is seeking proposals to create a vendor list for tree maintenance services, including pruning, removal, and other tree care, on an as-needed basis for various schools and offices on Oahu, Hawaii, and Maui.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must have a minimum of five consecutive years of experience in providing tree maintenance services
Must have a current C-27 or C-27-B tree pruning license issued by the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs
Must have a permanent service facility in the county where services are proposed
Must have at least one Qualified Arborist possessing current ISA Certified Arborist qualification for a minimum of five years and minimum five years of work experience as an ISA Certified Arborist
Qualified Arborist must possess current certification for First Aid and CPR
Qualified Arborist must have undergone EHAP (Electrical Hazards Awareness Program) and tree risk assessment training
Must be registered on the Hawaii State eProcurement System (HIePRO)

BUDGET

Estimate

$100,000 – $500,000

CONTRACT DURATION

7 months

TIMELINE

Public Notice: October 16, 2026

Virtual Pre-Proposal Conference: October 22, 2026

Deadline for submission of written questions: November 6th, 2026

STATE’s responses to written questions: November 13th, 2026

Proposal Due Date and Time: November 25th, 2026

Evaluation of Proposals: November 27th through December 18th, 2026

Contractor(s) Selected: January 2026

Contract Award: February 2026

Contract Commencement Date: Upon Full Execution

QUESTION DEADLINE

November 6, 2026

CONTACTS

Primary procurement contact — name, title, email, and phone

Additional decision-makers and their departments

See Decision-Maker Contacts

Issuing Agency

Hawaii State Department of Education

Organization overview and procurement intelligence available on paid plans.

See Issuer Research

DESCRIPTION

The Hawaii State Department of Education (STATE) is establishing a vendor list for tree maintenance services, including tree pruning, tree removal, and other tree care services for various schools and offices on Oahu (selected districts), Hawaii (Districts III and IV), and Maui (Districts I through V). Services will be provided on an as-needed basis. The contract term commences upon full execution and ends on May 15, 2027, with the option to extend for up to three additional twelve-month periods. The primary goal is to address and reduce hazardous tree conditions and protect people, property, and site operations.

Similar RFPs

Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due November 25, 2026. Questions must be submitted by November 6, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: Settle estimates the budget at $100,000 – $500,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Hawaii State Department of Education. The work is located in Hawaii, United States.

Analysis generated by Settle AI from the source RFP.

RFP Hunter shows what is open. Settle shows what is forming.

Settle pieces together buyer signals, budgets, contract activity, and the sources your team already monitors. See why an opportunity fits and what to do before the RFP posts.

See how Settle works