HomeMy WebLinkAboutOS.4 - Kapule LLC
June 30, 2025
Laura Acasio, Administrator
Office of Sustainability, Climate, Equity & Resilience
County of Hawai‘i
25 Aupuni Street, Suite 1301
Hilo, HI 96720
RE: Submittal for Professional Services – Kapule LLC
Aloha nō kāua,
Kapule LLC is pleased to submit our qualifications to provide professional services to the
County of Hawai‘i Office of Sustainability, Climate, Equity & Resilience for Fiscal Year
2026. We respectfully request consideration for any projects in the following discipline:
OS.3) Forestry (Watershed Management)
OS.4) General Anthropology (Cultural Practitioner)
OS.5) General Natural Resources Management and Biological Sciences Series
While Kapule LLC is a newer firm, our team brings decades of combined experience and
specialized training in these service areas. We’ve consistently delivered high-quality
results on time and within budget, and we are confident in our ability to contribute
meaningfully to the County of Hawai‘i’s projects with the same level of professionalism
and care.
Enclosed is our Statement of Qualifications with information about our firm. If you have
any questions or require further details, please feel free to contact me using the
information below:
Contact: Rachel Kapule, Vice President
Phone: (808) 594-7080
Email: rachel@kapulellc.com
Address: 3702 Pelu Pl, Honolulu, HI 96816
Thank you for your consideration.
Rachel Kapule
Vice President
C-Corporation
Federal ID No. 85-1023552
Kapule LLC, founded in May 2021, is a Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO) 8(a) certified
company specializing in federal construction and environmental consulting services. Over the
past four years, we have successfully completed more than 20 projects across Hawai‘i,
California, and Japan, with contract values ranging in size from $5,000 to $113,000.
Our planning services include environmental assessments, GIS mapping, site planning and
permitting, natural resource management, and community outreach and facilitation. As a
fully Native Hawaiian team, we bring Hawaiian values into every aspect of our work. We take
the time to truly understand a place and its people, always aiming to consult with the
Hawaiian community first. In our planning process, we listen not just to the people, but also to
the voices of the ‘āina.
As an NHO, Kapule LLC is majority owned by the nonprofit arm of our business, Kapule
Organization. A portion of our profits is reinvested into initiatives that directly support the
Native Hawaiian community as well as our cousins across the Pacific. This unique structure
allows us to do meaningful work on the ground while also uplifting the broader well-being of
our lāhui.
Kapule Organization
The non-profit arm of our company, Kapule Organization, gives back to our Native Hawaiian
community through our mission to “empower people and enhance organizations and
communities in Hawai‘i and beyond by strengthening their human capital sustainability.”
Initiatives
• COVID-19 Relief Drive: Kapule Org facilitated a COVID-19 relief drive providing school
supplies to Leihoku Elementary, diapers for families in need, and laptops for students
transitioning to remote learning.
• Sailing in Maunalua: Kapule Org, in partnership with Huli, offers an ongoing program
taking students on a traditional Hawaiian voyaging canoe through Maunalua Bay.
Participants explore the ahupua‘a system and learn about ancestral methods of
resource management.
• Rurutu Exchange Trip: Kapule Org organized a two-week exchange trip for
agricultural students from Rurutu to Hawai‘i. The students were hosted by farmers
across O‘ahu and visited various schools with agricultural programs, fostering
connections and exchanging knowledge to strengthen cultural and farming practices.
Top: Rurutu students working with Hawaiian kalo farmer, Danny Bishop, at his lo‘i in Punalu‘u.
Bottom: Rurutu high school group with their host farmers.
Past Record of Performance
At Kapule LLC, we strive to create plans that truly encompass an area. You can’t just look
within the four walls of a project boundary; what happens up mauka affects what makai. Our
approach always considers the broader landscape, both ecological and cultural, and we aim
to develop plans that are not only thoughtful, but also actionable. We don’t want our work to
sit on a shelf; we want to see it implemented and making a real impact.
Community is at the heart of how we work. We take the time to consult with the people who
live in and care for these places, and our team is experienced in running a wide range of
engagement formats, from large public meetings with close to 100 participants, to focused
working groups, small group sessions, and one-on-one talk stories. We’ve also successfully
facilitated remote meetings to ensure broad participation.
We take pride in completing all our projects on time and within budget. Through regular in-
house reviews and monthly project check-ins, we maintain quality and stay on track. We also
conduct monthly budget reviews to make sure we’re hitting our targets and managing funds
responsibly. Our team works efficiently and can meet tight deadlines without compromising
on quality.
Kapule LLC has the capacity to manage multiple projects at once and can scale quickly with
the support of trusted independent contractors. This flexibility allows us to take on a range of
work while maintaining the personal attention and cultural care that our clients have come to
rely on.
Range of Professional Fees
Principal $125 - $140 per hour
Staff $65 - $85 per hour
Contact
Nick Kapule, President & Founder
808-594-7081
nick@kapulellc.com
www.kapulellc.com
CLIENT REFERENCES
Stephan Edwards
The Systemcenter, Inc.
808-306-0437
Bob Egbert
The Systemcenter, Inc.
808-348-1679
Jason Vikrus
Ameresco
808-494-6990
EJ Durpan
HiQualityConstruction
808-745-4533
Tony Abril
Grainger
808-282-8958
County of Hawai‘i
AUTHORIZED FOR LOCAL REPRODUCTION STANDARD FORM 330 (6/2006) PART I - PAGE 1
PROFESSIONAL SERVICE PROVIDER QUALIFICATIONS
PART I - SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS
A. SERVICE CATEGORY INFORMATION
2. PUBLIC NOTICE DATE 3. SERVICE CATEGORY(IES)
PLANNING
B. POINT OF CONTACT
4. NAME AND TITLE
Rachel Kapule, Vice President
5. NAME OF FIRM
Kapule LLC
6. TELEPHONE NUMBER
808-594-7080
7. FAX NUMBER 8. E-MAIL ADDRESS
rachel@kapulellc.com
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County of Hawai‘i
E. RESUMES OF KEY PERSONNEL PROPOSED FOR THIS SERVICE CATEGORY
(Complete one Section E for each key person.)
12.NAME
Rachel Kapule
13. ROLE IN SERVICE CATEGORY
Cultural and Environmental
Management Specialist
14. YEARS EXPERIENCE
a. TOTAL
9
b. WITH CURRENT FIRM
1
15. FIRM NAME AND LOCATION (City and State)
Kapule LLC, Honolulu, HI
16. EDUCATION (DEGREE AND SPECIALIZATION)
BA in Hawaiian Studies; Master’s in Natural Resources
and Environmental Management
17. CURRENT PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATION (STATE AND DISCIPLINE)
American Planning Association; Native Hawaiian
Organizations Association
18. OTHER PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS (Publications, Organizations, Training, Awards, etc.)
Relevant Coursework: Hawaiian Language, Field Mapping, Indigenous Research Methodologies, Statistics in
Agriculture & Human Resources, GIS for Resource Managers, Botanical Conservation Collection, Hawaiian
Geography & Resource Management, Marine Resources & Abundance, and Mālama ʻĀina Field Methods.
Language: Proficient in Hawaiian language
19. RELEVANT PROJECTS
a.
(1) TITLE AND LOCATION (City and State)
Kaiwi Coast Mauka Lands Management Plan (Honolulu, O’ahu,
HI)
(2) YEAR COMPLETED
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Current
CONSTRUCTION (If applicable)
N/A
(3) BRIEF DESCRIPTION (Brief scope, size, cost, etc.) AND SPECIFIC ROLE Check if project performed with current firm
Project Manager and Lead Planner for the development of a management plan for Livable Maunalua Hui’s
182-acre Kaiwi Coast Mauka Lands. Responsibilities included facilitating core working group sessions and
meetings with stakeholders and government agencies to shape strategies for cultural resource protection,
native ecosystem restoration, trail establishment, and managed public access. Contract value: $158,000.
b.
(1) TITLE AND LOCATION (City and State)
Kumano I Ke Ala Master Plan for Pe‘ekaua‘i (Waimea, Kaua’i,
HI)
(2) YEAR COMPLETED
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
2024 CONSTRUCTION (If applicable)
N/A
(3) BRIEF DESCRIPTION (Brief scope, size, cost, etc.) AND SPECIFIC ROLE Check if project performed with current firm
Project Manager and Lead Planner for the development of a Master Plan for Kumano I Ke Ala’s 11-acre
Pe‘ekaua‘i property. Responsibilities included conducting background research on land use regulations,
zoning, topography, soils, sea level rise, and cultural resources; facilitating design charrettes with farm staff;
preparing mapping and graphics; producing the final master plan and report; and coordinating site planning
with civil engineers. Contract value: $72,000.
c.
(1) TITLE AND LOCATION (City and State)
Kawaihae Regional Plan Update (Kawaihae, Hawai’i, HI)
(2) YEAR COMPLETED
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
2024 CONSTRUCTION (If applicable)
N/A
(3) BRIEF DESCRIPTION (Brief scope, size, cost, etc.) AND SPECIFIC ROLE Check if project performed with current firm
Project Manager and Lead Planner for the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands’ (DHHL) Kawaihae Regional
Plan Update. Scope of work included researching demographic data, land use, ownership, infrastructure, and
project funding sources; coordinating outreach with government agencies and regional organizations;
facilitating beneficiary consultation meetings, including preparing agendas, materials, and presentations; and
drafting the updated Regional Plan. Contract value: $60,000.
County of Hawai‘i
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d.
(1) TITLE AND LOCATION (City and State)
Puna Historic Trail Stakeholder Action Plan (Puna, Hawai‘i, HI)
(2) YEAR COMPLETED
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
2024 CONSTRUCTION (If applicable)
N/A
(3) BRIEF DESCRIPTION(Brief scope, size, cost, etc.) AND SPECIFIC ROLE Check if project performed with current firm
Project Manager and Lead Planner for the development of a Stakeholder Action Plan for the 2.9-mile historic
Puna Trail. Responsibilities included conducting talk story sessions and agency consultations to document
the cultural significance of the Puna Trail, leading five community engagement activities to address trail
overuse and identify priorities, developing the Draft and Final Stakeholder Action Plan, and coordinating with
the client to select an initial action item for implementation. Contract value: $88,630.
e.
(1) TITLE AND LOCATION (City and State)
Diamond Head State Monument Site Improvement, Phase 1
Special Management Area Use Permit (Honolulu, O‘ahu, HI)
(2) YEAR COMPLETED
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
2023 CONSTRUCTION (If applicable)
N/A
(3) BRIEF DESCRIPTION(Brief scope, size, cost, etc.) AND SPECIFIC ROLE Check if project performed with current firm
Project Manager and Lead Planner for the Special Management Area (SMA) Minor Use Permit for proposed
park improvements at Diamond Head State Monument. Responsibilities included preparing the SMA
application, coordinating with engineers and government agencies, addressing agency comments, and
evaluating potential environmental impacts and mitigation measures to ensure compliance with coastal zone
management requirements. Contract value: $43,320.
County of Hawai‘i
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F. EXAMPLE PROJECTS WHICH BEST ILLUSTRATE FIRM’S QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS SERVICE CATEGORY
(Present no more than 10 projects, with emphasis on previous City projects. Complete one Section F for each project.)
21. TITLE AND LOCATION (City and State)
Kaiwi Coast Mauka Lands Management Plan
(Honolulu, O’ahu, HI)
22. YEAR COMPLETED
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Current
CONSTRUCTION (If applicable)
23. PROJECT OWNER'S INFORMATION
a. PROJECT OWNER
Livable Maunalua Hui
b. POINT OF CONTACT NAME
Elizabeth Reilly
c. POINT OF CONTACT TELEPHONE NUMBER
808-864-8081
24. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT AND RELEVANCE TO THIS SERVICE CATEGORY (Include scope, size, and cost)
Note: Project completed while employed at Townscape, Inc.
Project Manager and Lead Planner for the development of a management
plan for Livable Maunalua Hui’s 182-acre Kaiwi Coast Mauka Lands. Scope
included cultural and archaeological resource management (GS-0193),
physical and environmental planning (GS-0020 a. and c.), conservation
management planning (GS-0020 h.), and preparation of mapping and
graphic materials (GS-0020 i.). Work involved facilitating stakeholder and
agency meetings; assessing cultural, archaeological, and natural resources;
developing strategies for resource protection, native ecosystem restoration,
and managed public access; and producing the final management plan and
graphics. Contract value: $158,000.
25. FIRMS INVOLVED WITH THIS PROJECT
a.
(1) FIRM NAME
Townscape, Inc.
(2) FIRM LOCATION (City and State)
Honolulu, HI
(3) ROLE
Prime
b.
(1) FIRM NAME (2) FIRM LOCATION (City and State) (3) ROLE
c.
(1) FIRM NAME (2) FIRM LOCATION (City and State) (3) ROLE
d.
(1) FIRM NAME (2) FIRM LOCATION (City and State) (3) ROLE
e.
(1) FIRM NAME (2) FIRM LOCATION (City and State) (3) ROLE
f. (1) FIRM NAME (2) FIRM LOCATION (City and State) (3) ROLE
County of Hawai‘i
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F. EXAMPLE PROJECTS WHICH BEST ILLUSTRATE FIRM’S QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS SERVICE CATEGORY
(Present no more than 10 projects, with emphasis on previous City projects. Complete one Section F for each project.)
21. TITLE AND LOCATION (City and State)
Kumano I Ke Ala Master Plan for Pe‘ekaua‘i (Waimea,
Kaua’i, HI)
22. YEAR COMPLETED
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
2024
CONSTRUCTION (If applicable)
23. PROJECT OWNER'S INFORMATION
a. PROJECT OWNER
Kumano I Ke Ala
b. POINT OF CONTACT NAME
Davis Price
c. POINT OF CONTACT TELEPHONE NUMBER
808-954-5569
24. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT AND RELEVANCE TO THIS SERVICE CATEGORY (Include scope, size, and cost)
Note: Project completed while employed at
Townscape, Inc.
Project Manager and Lead Planner for the
development of a Master Plan for Kumano I Ke
Ala’s 11-acre Pe‘ekaua‘i property. Scope
included physical and environmental planning
(GS-0020 a. and c.), conservation management
planning (GS-0020 h.), and preparation of
mapping and graphic materials (GS-0020 i.).
Responsibilities included conducting
background research on land use regulations,
zoning, topography, soils, sea level rise, and
cultural resources; facilitating design charrettes
with farm staff; preparing site maps and
conceptual graphics; coordinating with civil
engineers; and producing the final master plan
and report. Contract value: $72,000.
25. FIRMS INVOLVED WITH THIS PROJECT
a.
(1) FIRM NAME
Townscape, Inc.
(2) FIRM LOCATION (City and State)
Honolulu, HI
(3) ROLE
Prime
b.
(1) FIRM NAME (2) FIRM LOCATION (City and State) (3) ROLE
c.
(1) FIRM NAME (2) FIRM LOCATION (City and State) (3) ROLE
d.
(1) FIRM NAME (2)FIRM LOCATION (City and State) (3) ROLE
e.
(1) FIRM NAME (2) FIRM LOCATION (City and State) (3) ROLE
f. (1) FIRM NAME (2) FIRM LOCATION (City and State) (3) ROLE
County of Hawai‘i
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F. EXAMPLE PROJECTS WHICH BEST ILLUSTRATE FIRM’S QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS SERVICE CATEGORY
(Present no more than 10 projects, with emphasis on previous City projects. Complete one Section F for each project.)
21. TITLE AND LOCATION (City and State)
Kawaihae Regional Plan Update (Kawaihae, Hawai’i,
HI)
22. YEAR COMPLETED
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
2024
CONSTRUCTION (If applicable)
23. PROJECT OWNER'S INFORMATION
a. PROJECT OWNER
DHHL
b. POINT OF CONTACT NAME
Lillie Makaila
c. POINT OF CONTACT TELEPHONE NUMBER
808-730-0352
24. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT AND RELEVANCE TO THIS SERVICE CATEGORY (Include scope, size, and cost)
Note: Project completed while employed at Townscape, Inc.
Project Manager and Lead Planner for the Department of Hawaiian
Home Lands’ (DHHL) Kawaihae Regional Plan Update. Scope included
community and physical planning (GS-0020 a.), environmental planning
(GS-0020 c.), and preparation of mapping and graphic materials (GS-
0020 i.). Responsibilities included researching demographic trends, land
use, ownership, infrastructure, and project funding sources;
coordinating outreach with government agencies and regional
organizations; facilitating beneficiary consultation meetings, including
developing agendas, materials, and presentations; preparing mapping
and graphics; and drafting and finalizing the updated Regional Plan.
Contract value: $60,000.
25. FIRMS INVOLVED WITH THIS PROJECT
a.
(1)FIRM NAME
Townscape, Inc.
(2) FIRM LOCATION (City and State)
Honolulu, HI
(3) ROLE
Prime
b.
(1) FIRM NAME (2) FIRM LOCATION (City and State) (3) ROLE
c.
(1) FIRM NAME (2)FIRM LOCATION (City and State) (3) ROLE
d.
(1) FIRM NAME (2) FIRM LOCATION (City and State) (3) ROLE
e.
(1) FIRM NAME (2) FIRM LOCATION (City and State) (3) ROLE
f. (1) FIRM NAME (2) FIRM LOCATION (City and State) (3) ROLE
County of Hawai‘i
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F. EXAMPLE PROJECTS WHICH BEST ILLUSTRATE FIRM’S QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS SERVICE CATEGORY
(Present no more than 10 projects, with emphasis on previous City projects. Complete one Section F for each project.)
21. TITLE AND LOCATION (City and State)
Puna Historic Trail Stakeholder Action Plan (Puna,
Hawai‘i, HI)
22. YEAR COMPLETED
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
2024
CONSTRUCTION (If applicable)
23. PROJECT OWNER'S INFORMATION
a. PROJECT OWNER
State of Hawai‘i DLNR
b. POINT OF CONTACT NAME
Jackson Bauer
c. POINT OF CONTACT TELEPHONE NUMBER
808-657-8041
24. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT AND RELEVANCE TO THIS SERVICE CATEGORY (Include scope, size, and cost)
Note: Project completed while employed at Townscape, Inc.
Project Manager and Lead Planner for the development of a Stakeholder
Action Plan for the 2.9-mile historic Puna Trail. Scope included cultural
and archaeological resource management (GS-0193), community and
environmental planning (GS-0020 a. and c.), and preparation of outreach
and graphic materials (GS-0020 i.). Responsibilities included conducting
talk story sessions with lineal descendants, cultural practitioners, and
neighboring landowners; consulting with government agencies on
resilience efforts; and leading five community engagement activities,
including hosting an informational booth at the Revitalize Puna event,
class visit with 4th graders at Kamehameha Schools, site visit and
educational workshops with 11th graders at Nāwahī Charter School, and
coordinating for Honuaikea with the Edith Kanaka‘ole Foundation.
Developed outreach and educational materials for all events, prepared
the Draft and Final Stakeholder Action Plan, and worked with the client to
select an initial priority action for implementation. Contract value:
$88,630.
25. FIRMS INVOLVED WITH THIS PROJECT
a.
(1) FIRM NAME
Townscape, Inc.
(2) FIRM LOCATION (City and State)
Honolulu, HI
(3) ROLE
Prime
b.
(1) FIRM NAME (2)FIRM LOCATION (City and State) (3) ROLE
c.
(1) FIRM NAME (2) FIRM LOCATION (City and State) (3) ROLE
d.
(1) FIRM NAME (2) FIRM LOCATION (City and State) (3) ROLE
e.
(1) FIRM NAME (2) FIRM LOCATION (City and State) (3) ROLE
f. (1) FIRM NAME (2) FIRM LOCATION (City and State) (3) ROLE
County of Hawai‘i
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G. KEY PERSONNEL PARTICIPATION IN EXAMPLE PROJECTS
26. NAMES OF KEY
PERSONNEL
(From Section E,
Block 12)
27.ROLE IN
EXAMPLE PROJECT
28. EXAMPLE PROJECTS LISTED IN SECTION F
(Fill in "Example Projects Key" section below before completing table. Place "X"
under project key number for participation in same or similar role.)
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Rachel Kapule Project
Manager
Rachel Kapule Lead Planner
29. EXAMPLE PROJECTS KEY
NO. TITLE OF EXAMPLE PROJECT (FROM SECTION F) NO. TITLE OF EXAMPLE PROJECT (FROM SECTION F)
1 Kaiwi Coast Mauka Lands Management Plan 6
2 Kumano I Ke Ala Master Plan for Pe‘ekaua‘i 7
3 Kawaihae Regional Plan Update 8
4 Puna Historic Trail Stakeholder Action Plan 9
5 10
County of Hawai‘i
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H. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
30. PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AT YOUR DISCRETION. ATTACH ADDITIONAL SHEETS AS NEEDED
Kapule LLC, founded in May 2021, is a Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO) 8(a) certified
company specializing in federal construction services. Over the past four years, we have
successfully completed more than 20 projects across Hawai‘i, California, and Japan, with
contract values ranging in size from $5,000 to $113,000.
In 2025, the firm expanded its capabilities to include environmental and community planning
services under the leadership of Rachel Kapule, Principal Planner. While the firm itself is newly
offering these services, Rachel Kapule brings over nine years of direct experience in
community planning and environmental consulting/management, having led numerous
projects across Hawai‘i at her previous firm. Prior to her role as a planner, Rachel spent six
years as a farm manager for a non-profit organization, hosting 4,000+ volunteers and
producing over 30,000 lbs of food each year. She brings direct, hands-on experience in land
stewardship, through managing water flow, soil health, and environmental systems, as well as
engaging the community, which informs her grounded, practical approach to planning.
Kapule LLC’s planning services include environmental assessments, GIS mapping, site
planning and permitting, cultural and natural resource management, graphic design, and
community outreach and facilitation. As a fully Native Hawaiian team, we bring Hawaiian
values into every aspect of our work. We take the time to truly understand a place and its
people, always aiming to consult with the Hawaiian community first. In our planning process,
we listen not just to the people, but also to the voices of the ‘āina.
As an NHO, Kapule LLC is majority owned by the nonprofit arm of our business, Kapule
Organization. A portion of our profits is reinvested into initiatives that directly support the
Native Hawaiian community as well as our cousins across the Pacific. This unique structure
allows us to do meaningful work on the ground while also uplifting the broader well-being of
our lāhui.
Kapule Organization Initiatives:
•COVID-19 Relief Drive: Kapule Org facilitated a COVID-19 relief drive providing school
supplies to Leihoku Elementary, diapers for families in need, and laptops for students
transitioning to remote learning.
•Sailing in Maunalua: Kapule Org, in partnership with Huli, offers an ongoing program
taking students on a traditional Hawaiian voyaging canoe through Maunalua Bay.
Participants explore the ahupua‘a system and learn about ancestral methods of resource
management.
•Rurutu Exchange Trip: Kapule Org organized a two-week exchange trip for agricultural
students from Rurutu to Hawai‘i. The students were hosted by farmers across O‘ahu and
visited various schools with agricultural programs, fostering connections and
exchanging knowledge to strengthen cultural and farming practices.
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County of Hawai‘i
Past Record of Performance:
At Kapule LLC, we strive to create plans that truly encompass an area. You can’t just look
within the four walls of a project boundary; what happens up mauka affects what makai. Our
approach always considers the broader landscape, both ecological and cultural, and we aim to
develop plans that are not only thoughtful, but also actionable. We don’t want our work to sit
on a shelf; we want to see it implemented and making a real impact.
Community is at the heart of how we work. We take the time to consult with the people who
live in and care for these places, and our team is experienced in running a wide range of
engagement formats, from large public meetings with close to 100 participants, to focused
working groups, small group sessions, and one-on-one talk stories. We’ve also successfully
facilitated remote meetings to ensure broad participation.
We take pride in completing all our projects on time and within budget. Through regular in-
house reviews and monthly project check-ins, we maintain quality and stay on track. We also
conduct monthly budget reviews to make sure we’re hitting our targets and managing funds
responsibly. Our team works efficiently and can meet tight deadlines without compromising on
quality.
Kapule LLC has the capacity to manage multiple projects at once and can scale quickly with the
support of trusted independent contractors. This flexibility allows us to take on a range of work
while maintaining the personal attention and cultural care that our clients have come to rely
on.
I. AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE
The foregoing is a statement of facts.
31. SIGNATURE 32. DATE
June 19, 2025
33. NAME AND TITLE6
Rachel Kapule, Vice President
County of Hawai‘i
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PART II - GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS
(If a firm has branch offices, complete for each specific branch office seeking work.)
1. SERVICE CATEGORY(IES) OF INTEREST
PLANNING
2a. FIRM (OR BRANCH OFFICE) NAME
Kapule LLC
3.YEAR ESTABLISHED
2021
2b. STREET
3702 Pelu Pl 5. OWNERSHIP
a.TYPE
C-Corporation
2c. CITY
Honolulu 2d. STATE
HI 2e. ZIP CODE
96816 7.NAME OF FIRM (If block 2a is a branch office)
6a. POINT OF CONTACT NAME AND TITLE
Rachel Kapule, Vice President
6b. TELEPHONE NUMBER
808-594-7080
6c. E-MAIL ADDRESS
rachel@kapulellc.com
8a. FORMER FIRM NAME(S) (If any) 8b. YR. ESTABLISHED
N/A
9.EMPLOYEES BY DISCIPLINE 10.PROFILE OF FIRM'S EXPERIENCE AND ANNUAL AVERAGE
REVENUE FOR LAST 5 YEARS
a.Function
Code b.Discipline
c.No. of Employees
a. Profile
Code b.Experience
c.Revenue
Index
Number (see
below) (1) Firm (2) Branch
16 Construction Manager 1 R06 Rehabilitation 2
24 Environmental Scientist 1 O01 Office Buildings 2
29 GIS Specialist 1
47 Planner: Urban/Regional 1
48 Project Manager 2
Other Employees
Total
11. ANNUAL AVERAGE PROFESSIONAL
SERVICES REVENUES OF FIRM FOR LAST 3
YEARS
(Insert revenue index number shown at right)
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES REVENUE INDEX NUMBER
1.Less than $100,000
2.$100,00 to less than $250,000
3.$250,000 to less than $500,000
4.$500,000 to less than $1 million
5. $1 million to less than $2 million
6. $2 million to less than $5 million
7.$5 million to less than $10 million
8.$10 million to less than $25 million
9.$25 million to less than $50 million
10. $50 million or greater
a. City Work (including BWS
and HART)0
b. Non-City Work 3
c. Total Work 3
12. AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE
The foregoing is a statement of facts.
a. SIGNATURE b. DATE
June 19, 2025
c. NAME AND TITLE
Rachel Kapule, Vice President