NOTICE TO PROFESSIONAL CONSULTANTS Request for Proposals |
The County of Hawai‘i, Planning Department is seeking proposals from qualified professionals to: Conduct a study on Coastal Subsidence in the Kapoho Beach Lots and Kapoho Vacationland Subdivisions in the Puna District Background Information: As a result of the earthquake in November 1975, various issues have been raised relating to shoreline determination; land title between private landowners and the State; management and jurisdiction between the County and the State; increased area of tidal ponds; and health hazards relating to sewage system. Project Objectives: The consultant will be expected to examine these concerns and the extent of tidal inundation, it’s impact of further residential development in the area, the impact of seawalls on the ocean environment, and to make recommendations to the Planning Department on how to address these concerns, specifically in regards to processing Coastal Zone Management permits, enforcement actions and possible statutory amendments. Total funds available: The study will be funded from State Office of Planning Coastal Zone Management, Section 306: $50,000. RFP Copies: Copies of the RFP are available at the Planning Department’s Hilo or Kona office, or may be downloaded from the County of Hawaii website at RFP details Kapoho Study.pdf. Proposal Due Date: Proposals must be received by the Planning Department, 101 Pauahi Street, Suite 3, Hilo, Hawai‘i 96720 no later than 2:00 p.m., May 13, 2005. Late Proposals will not be opened and shall be returned to the offeror with a letter explaining the reason for the return. Selection Process: Significant dates pertinent to the RFP process are set forth in the RFP. Each registered offeror will receive a list of all inquiries and the responses, as well as any addenda to the RFP. The Selection Committee, at its option, may interview the Priority List of Offerors. The Selection Committee will select the Consultant that best meets the criteria specified in the RFP. A contract with the selected firm will be executed by June 30, 2005. The Planning Department reserves the right to cancel this RFP and to reject any and all submittals when it is in the best interests of the County to do so. Inquires: Any questions or inquiries can be directed to Alice Kawaha or Susan Gagorik at (808) 961-8288 or at planning@co.hawaii.hi.us.
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RFP details - Coastal Subsidence in Kapoho |
