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This is a Request for Quotations issued by the Port of Corpus Christi Authority (PCCA) for inspection and maintenance services at the Ortiz Building, located at 402 Charles Zahn Jr. Drive, Corpus Christi, Texas. The PCCA seeks quotations to inspect, clean, and perform camera inspections of 24 roof drains on the Ortiz Building in accordance with the reference Ortiz Roofing Plan. The scope of work includes clearing debris around drain domes, checking hardware for cracks and rust, inspecting flashing and seals for waterproof integrity, verifying overflow capacity, conducting drain camera inspections to document clogs and corrosion, and providing a detailed report of any deficiencies and required corrective actions. A project requirements review meeting is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at the Ortiz Center Building with PCCA Project Manager John Schack. The deadline for quotation submission is 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, through the Port's electronic procurement system at https://pocca.procureware.com. Upon project completion, contractors must remove all materials and leave roof surfaces clean and in acceptable condition.
All quotations must be submitted as lump sum bids and include labor, supervision, equipment, materials, insurance, overhead, and profit. Contractors must obtain and maintain specific insurance coverages prior to commencing work, including Workers Compensation with $1,000,000 limits, General Liability with $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate, and Business Automobile Liability with $1,000,000 combined single limits. The PCCA must be named as an additional insured on all applicable policies, and all insurers must maintain an A.M. Best rating of A-VI or better. Additionally, the PCCA is ISO 14001 certified, and contractors are required to comply with the Port's Environmental Management System (EMS) Program Requirements, including adherence to best management practices for air emissions, stormwater runoff, waste disposal, spill prevention, and other environmental controls. Contractors must complete and submit an EMS Contractor Certification confirming that all employees have been trained on EMS program requirements prior to onsite work commencement.
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X:\PROCUREMENT\Forms & Templates\Request for Quotation
REQUEST FOR QUOTATIONS
FOR
ORTIZ CENTER ROOF DRAIN INSPECTIONS
August 12, 2026 Project No. 26-903A
To Interested Contractors:
The Port of Corpus Christi Authority (PCCA) requests quotations for inspect, clean, and camera inspection of 24 roof drains on Ortiz Building, located at 402 Charles Zahn Jr. Drive, Corpus Christi, Texas in accordance with reference Ortiz “Roofing Plan”.
Scope of Work
The scope of work includes, but is not limited to, the following activities:
• Clear debris: Remove leaves, gravel, and trash around the drain dome.
• Check the hardware: Look for cracks, rust, or missing strainer domes.
• Inspect flashing (membrane) and seals: Ensure waterproof seals around the drain bowls are intact to prevent leaks.
• Verify overflow capacity: Confirm secondary scuppers or overflow drains are clear and functional.
• Drain camera inspection, document clogs, corrosion, offsets, and bellies (low spots)
Documentation
• Contractor will supply a report of any drain deficiencies and corrective action required.
Disposal and Cleanup
• At project completion, remove all materials, dismantle temporary installations, and leave all roof surfaces clean and in acceptable condition.
Project requirements will be reviewed with potential contractors with PCCA Project Manager John Schack at Ortiz Center Building located at 402 Charles Zahn, Jr. Drive, Corpus Christi, TX 78401 at 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 19, 2026.
Contractor will not commence work until contractor has obtained all the insurance required listed below and certificates of such insurance must be approved by, and on file with, Request for Quotations for Ortiz Center Roof Drain Inspections the Texas Insurance Commission, and must be reasonably acceptable in their content, to PCCA.
All required insurance coverages must be purchased from insurance carriers with an A. M. Best rating of A-VI or better. Approval of the insurance by PCCA will not relieve, decrease, or otherwise affect the liability of contractor.
The contractor is required to provide evidence of the following minimum insurance:
Workers Compensation Statutory Employer’s Liability $1,000,000 Each Accident $1,000,000 Policy Limit for Disease $1,000,000 Each Employee for Disease
General Liability $1,000,000 per Occurrence $2,000,000 Aggregate
The CGL Policy will provide contractual liability coverage at the aforementioned limits.
Business Automobile Liability $1,000,000 CSL / Each accident
Automobile liability insurance coverage will include all owned, non-owned, and hired vehicles. If vehicles are used in connection with this project.
All policies must state that the PCCA is an “additional insured” (as allowed by law), and each certificate must indicate same. The worker’s compensation policy must show an “alternate employer” endorsement. All policies must be written or endorsed to waive subrogation against the PCCA.
Contractor, at contractor’s expense, must purchase, maintain, and keep in force such insurance as will protect contractor from claims that may arise out of or result from contractor’s operations under the purchase order, whether such operations be by contractor, by any subcontractor, by anyone directly or indirectly employed by contractor or contractor’s subcontractor, or by anyone for whose acts contractor or contractor’s subcontractor may be liable.
Contractor’s subcontractor(s) must have insurance that complies with required insurance listed above, and contractor must have on file proof of such insurance. If contractor’s subcontractor(s) does not have insurance that complies, then contractor must provide an “additional insured” endorsement naming said contractor’s subcontractor(s) to each of contractor’s policies where provided by law, except in the case of Workers’ Compensation coverage. Contractor must provide proof satisfactory to PCCA of Workers’ Compensation coverage for all contractor’s subcontractors, suppliers, etc., before work on the project may begin.
Request for Quotations for Ortiz Center Roof Drain Inspections
Additionally, the PCCA is an ISO 14001 certified and the contractor will be required to adhere to PCCA policies and procedures while working on PCCA property. Attached is the Environmental Management System Program Requirements outlining these policies and procedures. Upon award and prior to onsite work, contractor will be required to complete and return the Contractor Certification showing that all contractor employees have been trained on the EMS program requirements.
The lump sum quotations must include all labor, supervision, equipment, materials, insurance, overhead and profit, etc., to successfully complete the project.
Quotations are located on the Port Authority’s electronic procurement system website at https://pocca.procureware.com. Deadline to submit quotation is by 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 25, 2026. If you have any questions, please submit all questions through the electronic procurement system or by email to procurement@pocca.com. The PCCA looks forward to receiving your quotation.
Enclosures cc: Jesse Robinson John Schack Compliance & Assurance https://pocca.procureware.com/ mailto:procurement@pocca.com
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ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.01 SUMMARY
The Port has an ISO 14001 certified Environmental Management System (EMS). An EMS is a set of management processes and procedures that allow an organization to analyze, control, and improve the environmental impacts of its activities.
The fence line of our EMS program includes those port operations that take place in association with the Bulk Terminal and Maintenance Facilities and all operations that occur at the public cargo docks (Cargo Docks 8, 9, 10, 14, and 15), and associated laydown areas (Al Speight Military Rail Yard, Southside Cargo Terminal, North Side Open Storage Area, and North Bank Open Storage Area).
This specification establishes the minimum requirements and responsibilities for EMS compliance by the Contractors performing services for the Port related to the following:
A. Environmental Policy
B. Environmental, Health, and Safety Regulations
C. Documentation and Records
D. Training
E. Emergency Preparedness
F. Significant Aspects
G. Best Management Practices
1.02 GENERAL
A. Environmental Policy:
1. To guide the EMS program, the Port has an environmental policy that was approved by the Port Commission in March 2022, which states:
In its commitment to “Be an Environmental Leader,” the Port of Corpus Christi Authority (Port), in collaboration with stakeholders, will mitigate environmental impacts, prevent pollution, and undertake environmental
SECTION 01 35 43 Page 2 of 7 stewardship initiatives to uphold the following six (6) key precepts and achieve the corresponding performance targets:
a. Air Quality: Uphold, through voluntary actions, the national ambient air quality standards established through the Clean Air Act, as amended in 1990. Achieve at least a 15% reduction in PM, VOC, NOx and SOx emissions per cargo ton handled relative to the most current emission inventory every three years.
b. Water Quality: Maintain or improve the quality of the Coastal Bend bays to be fishable and swimmable in accordance with the Clean Water Act, as amended in 1972. Achieve a 10% annual reduction in each of the measured water quality parameters (Al, Fe, Zn, Pb, and TSS) at each sampling location on Port property.
c. Soils and Sediments: Protect human health, as well as sediment and groundwater quality. Uphold the current practice of remediating spills that occur on Port property to a residential cleanup standard.
d. Habitat: Promote diverse, healthy native flora and fauna.
Voluntarily create/restore 50 acres of habitat within the Corpus Christi and Aransas Bay systems every three years.
e. Resilience/Climate Adaptation: Prioritize sustainability and resilience in the development of Port facilities and Port operations.
Integrate at least one sustainability strategy from the Port Corpus Christi Life Cycle Assessment Tool into all projects to which the Port dedicates capital dollars.
f. Climate Action: Support national and global emission reduction and net-zero initiatives under Goal 13 of the Paris Agreement.
Achieve a 7.5% annual reduction in GHG emissions per cargo ton handled relative to the current emissions inventory.
The Port’s Environmental Policy is a strategic imperative that guides all aspects of development and operations, supporting the Port’s vision To Be the Energy Port of the Americas and its mission to Leverage Commerce to Drive Prosperity for the Coastal Bend region and beyond.
The Port’s Environmental Policy formalizes many existing environmental programs intended to realize measurable positive impacts in surrounding communities and bays systems. The Port uses legislative channels to meet its environmental objectives, which focus on energy evolution, climate action, water resource management, and resource efficiency.
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2. The Contractor and its employees will be aware of and comply with the Port’s Environmental Policy.
3. The Contractor and its employees will review the Port’s Environmental Policy prior to conducting any activities on Port property.
B. Environmental, Health, and Safety Regulations:
1. The Contractor will be aware of and conduct construction activities in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal environmental regulations.
2. The Contractor will be aware of and conduct construction activities in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal health and safety regulations.
C. Documentation and Records:
1. The Contractor will promptly submit the proper documentation and records as required for the activities and services being provided.
2. Prior to beginning construction, the Contractor will be responsible for communicating this information to all its employees and subcontractors’ employees and ensuring that these employees know their roles and responsibilities pertaining to the Port’s EMS Program. The Contractor will submit evidence of this communication to the Port’s designated Environmental representative upon request.
D. Training:
1. The Contractor certifies that its employees that provide services to the Port are competent to perform and complete the work as assigned.
2. The Contractor certifies that its employees have the necessary experience, skill, and training required for activities being completed.
3. The Contractor will train its employees on the control of significant aspects identified in this specification. Contractor will submit copies of the training records to the Port’s designated Environmental representative upon request.
4. Upon request, Contractor may request a copy of the Port’s EMS Awareness training video to assist with training of its employees prior to
SECTION 01 35 43 Page 4 of 7 working in the port area. The video may be obtained from the Port’s designated Environmental Representative.
E. Emergency Preparedness and Response:
1. The Contractor will respond to emergencies on the Port’s property as directed by Port personnel as per the Port’s emergency manuals and procedures.
2. The Contractor will train its employees on emergency procedures as required by law for the activities and services being provided. The Contractor will submit copies of the training records to the Port’s designated Environmental representative upon request.
F. Significant Aspects:
1. The Port has identified significant aspects of our operations to manage and improve the environmental impacts under the EMS program. Significant aspects are those aspects of our operations and activities that interact with the environment in some way and that the Port has identified as having a high priority for managing.
2. Construction activities should be conducted in such a way that supports the Port’s effort to achieve the targets listed in the Port’s Environmental Policy.
G. Best Management Practices:
1. The Contractor will utilize best management practices (BMPs) appropriate to the work being conducted to minimize potential impacts of its operations.
2. The following BMPs specific to the Port will be adhered to when in port area:
a. Air Emissions – Particulates: Contractor will take appropriate measures to prevent particulate emissions from work area including wetting work are to keep dust down and managing stockpiles to prevent windblown dust.
b. Air Emissions – Diesel: Contractor will keep work vehicles, equipment, and stationary engines well maintained and in good working condition. Contractor will not idle vehicles, equipment, and stationary engines when on standby for more than five minutes. Contractor should carpool to and from jobsite whenever
SECTION 01 35 43 Page 5 of 7 possible and utilize alternative fuels that have lower emissions when practical.
c. Environmental Performance during Fueling Activities: When working on Port projects, Contractor will have personnel present during any fuel transfers. Stored fuel will be kept in secondary containment and visually inspected on a daily basis for signs of leaks or potential problems. Contractor will also use spill pans and proper grounding procedures during product transfers.
Contractors supplying fuel to the Port will also utilize spill pans and proper grounding procedures during all fuel transfers.
d. Environmental Performance during Waste Disposal: When working on Port projects, Contractor will place wastes in appropriate containers that are properly labeled. Contractor will not mix wastes or re-use containers except when residue is same material being disposed of. All liquid wastes will be kept in containment.
When providing waste management activities for the Port, Contractor should utilize proper loading and transportation procedures to prevent spills and other incidents during shipment.
Contractor will properly dispose of all wastes and maintain appropriate documentation of disposal activities.
e. Herbicide and Pesticide Use: Contractor will use chemicals properly and in quantities specified on the product labeling or Safety Data Sheet (SDS). Chemicals should not be mixed or counteract the intended effect of each chemical being used.
Contractor will immediately cleanup any spills that occur, properly dispose of the material, and report any incidents immediately to the Port Police Department (PD) at (361) 882-1182.
f. Hazardous Lamp Management: Contractor will take necessary precautions during use and handling to prevent damaging or breaking hazardous lamps. Hazardous lamps and electrical components are to be recycled.
g. Preventative Maintenance: Contractor is required to maintain vehicles and equipment used in the port areas in good working condition. Vehicles and equipment that are leaking or dripping fluids will not be allowed on port property and if leaks or drips occur, they must be immediately and properly cleaned up and
SECTION 01 35 43 Page 6 of 7 reported to Port PD per specification 01 35 21, “Pollution Prevention”.
h. Street Sweeper: Contractor will conduct routine preventative maintenance on street sweeping equipment utilized on Port projects, including checking for leaks, and will ensure employees are trained and qualified to operate their equipment. Contractor will use wet methods when conducting sweeping. Swept materials will be properly handled and disposed of. Contractor will ensure swept material does not enter into stormwater ditches or filter boxes.
i. Brazing Joints: Contractor will utilize appropriate personal protective equipment and will not braze in confined spaces. All paint, solvents, and residue must be removed from the work surface prior to brazing. Contractor will utilize lead free solder and will utilize alternate connectors when possible. Contractor will conduct brazing in well-ventilated areas and, whenever possible, will conduct brazing under mechanical welding air cleaners.
j. Paint Overspray Prevention: Contractor will prevent overspray by utilizing temporary paint booths around structure to be painted or by hand painting when practicable. Contractor will utilize water-based coating to minimize emissions and utilize paints with no or minimal volatile organic compounds (VOCs) whenever feasible.
Contractor will use high-volume, low pressure (HVLP) paint spray guns and use a proportioner on the gun when applying dual component coatings such as epoxies and polyurethanes.
k. Electrical Consumption: Contractor should take all steps to reduce electricity consumed when using Port utilities and plan for alternative green energy sources whenever practical.
l. Spill Prevention: Contractor should provide adequate containment for liquid products stored and used on Port job sites and monitor the product inventory closely through daily inspections for spills and leaks. Contractor is responsible for notifying Port PD and immediate cleanup of all spills that occur per specification 01 35 21, “Pollution Prevention”. All spill cleanup materials should be picked up and properly disposed of. Drip pans are to be used to prevent leaks to the ground. Contractors’ vehicles and equipment should be inspected prior to being brought to job site and inspected each day while on job site to identify potential problems or leaking fluids.
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m. Water Consumption: Contractor is to follow area mandated water restriction measures and employ water conservation measures wherever possible.
n. Stormwater Runoff: Contractor will utilize BMPs to minimize and reduce the contribution of pollutants to stormwater runoff. Work areas are to be maintained to prevent trash, debris, and sediments from washing off in stormwater runoff. Paved areas and drainage ways are to be swept and free of debris. Properly dispose of all trash, debris, sweepings, cigarette butts, etc. Environmental personnel will regularly inspect outfalls and remove built up sediments and debris. Sources of buildup will be investigated and Contractor, where responsible, will be required to implement controls to prevent reoccurrence.
Don’t rinse off or wash anything down the storm drain system.
Conduct maintenance, painting and blasting activities, and washing activities in contained areas and under cover whenever practical.
Contain all fuels, liquid products, and wastes. Keep batteries under a cover to prevent exposure to rain. Conduct routine inspections to identify potential problems. Utilize drip pans and containments to prevent spills. Use silt fences or other controls to prevent erosion of exposed areas. Clean up spills immediately and completely.
o. Third Party Environmental Performance: Contractor will utilize BMPs for operations being conducted. Properly dispose of all trash, debris, and wastes. Leaking vehicles and equipment are not permitted on Port property and will be required to be removed immediately upon discovery of a leak. Additionally, vehicle and equipment maintenance may not be performed on Port properties.
1.03 RELATED SECTIONS
A. Section 01 35 21 – Pollution Prevention
PART 2 – PRODUCTS (Not Used)
PART 3 – EXECUTION (Not Used)
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EMS Compliance Requirements for Contractor Environmental Performance
Prepared By: Environmental Compliance Coordinator Approved By: Director of Environmental Planning and Compliance Date: 06/01/2025 Revision No. 10 Distribution: PCCA Contractors Working in the EMS Fence Line
Purpose: This document is provided to assure that Contractors performing services for the Port of Corpus Christi Authority (PCCA) are fully aware of the Port’s Environmental Management System (EMS) program and the Contractor’s responsibilities for compliance with the EMS program.
Scope: The fence line of our EMS program includes those port operations that take place in association with the Bulk Terminal and Maintenance Facilities and all operations that occur at the public cargo docks (Cargo Docks 8, 9, 10, 14, and 15) and associated laydown areas (Al Speight Military Rail Yard, Southside Cargo Terminal, North Side Open Storage Area (east and west), North Bank Open Storage Area, and Rincon West Yard).
Contractor Responsibilities: Contractor and its employees will be aware of and comply with Port’s Environmental Policy. Contractor and its employees will review the Port’s Environmental Policy prior to conducting any activities on Port property. Contractor will utilize best management practices to minimize pollution from activities being conducted and will also adhere to the applicable environmental management programs for the work being conducted. The PCCA Environmental Policy and PCCA Best Management Practices and Environmental Management Programs are attached.
Contractor will promptly submit to Port Environmental Compliance Manager the proper documentation and records as required for the activities and services being provided.
Contractor and its employees will be aware of and comply with all applicable local, state, and federal environmental and health and safety rules and regulations.
Contractor certifies that its employees that provide services to the PCCA are competent to perform and complete work assignments as assigned and that each employee has the necessary experience, skills, and training required for each job assignment. Contractor will appropriately train employees on PCCA EMS requirements and document training on attached Contractor Certification.
Contractor will respond to emergencies on Port property as directed by Port personnel as per the Port’s emergency manuals and procedures. Contractor will also have and train its employees on emergency procedures as required by law for the activities and services being provided.
Attachments: PCCA Environmental Policy PCCA Best Management Practices and Environmental Management Programs Contractor Certification Sheet
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Port of Corpus Christi Authority Environmental Policy
Approved by Port Commission -
In its commitment to “Be an Environmental Leader,” the Port of Corpus Christi Authority (Port), in collaboration with stakeholders, will mitigate environmental impacts, prevent pollution, and undertake environmental stewardship initiatives to uphold the following key precepts and achieve the corresponding performance targets:
Air Quality
Uphold, through voluntary actions, the national ambient air quality standards established through the Clean Air Act, as amended in 1990.
• Reduce idling hours from Port fleet by 10% annually.
• Reduce operational alerts from Bulk Terminal PM10 air monitoring network air monitors by 25% annually.
Water Quality
Maintain or improve the quality of the Coastal Bend bays to be fishable and swimmable in accordance with the Clean Water Act, as amended in 1972.
• Reduce Total Suspended Solids (TSS) in stormwater discharges from fully constructed sites on Port property with no existing treatment by 10% annually
Soils & Sediments
Protect sediment and groundwater quality, thereby protecting human health.
• Uphold the current practice of remediating spills that occur on Port property to a residential cleanup standard.
Habitat
Promote diverse, healthy native flora and fauna.
• Voluntarily create/restore 50 acres of habitat within the Corpus Christi and Aransas Bay systems every three years.
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Resilience
Prioritize resilience in the design, development, and operation of Port facilities.
• Deploy hyperlocal Index of Vulnerability to Physical Environmental Risks
Resource Efficiency
Optimize resource consumption to reduce waste across the full life cycle of PCCA operations.
• Divert 5% of landfilled waste annually for reuse or recycling.
• Reduce water consumption at the Bulk Terminal by 10% annually.
Climate Action
Support state, national, and global emissions reduction targets.
• Achieve a 7.5% annual reduction in GHG emissions per cargo ton handled relative to the current emissions inventory.
The Port’s Environmental Policy is a strategic imperative that guides all aspects of development and operations, supporting the Port’s vision To Remain the Energy Port of the Americas and its mission to Leverage Commerce to Drive Prosperity for the Coastal Bend region and beyond. The Policy formalizes many existing environmental programs intended to realize measurable positive impacts in neighboring communities and bays.
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PCCA Best Management Practices & Environmental Management Programs
1.01 PCCA BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES
A. The Contractor will utilize best management practices appropriate to the work being conducted to minimize the potential impacts of its operations.
B. The following best management practices specific to the Port will be adhered to when in port area:
1. Air Emissions – Particulates: Contractor will take appropriate measures to prevent particulate emissions from work area including wetting work area to keep dust down and managing stockpile materials to prevent windblown dust.
2. Air Emissions – Diesel: Contractor will keep work vehicles and equipment well maintained and in good working condition. Contractor will not idle vehicles and equipment when on standby for more than five minutes. Contractor should carpool to jobsite whenever possible and utilize alternative fuels when practical.
3. Environmental Performance during Fueling Activities – When working on PCCA projects, Contractor will have personnel present during any fuel transfers.
Stored fuel will be kept in secondary containment and visually inspected on a daily basis for signs of leaks or potential problems. Contractor will also utilize spill pans and proper grounding procedures during product transfers.
Contractors supplying fuel to PCCA will also utilize spill pans and proper grounding procedures during all fuel transfers.
4. Environmental Performance during Waste Disposal – When working on PCCA projects, Contractor will place wastes in appropriate containers that are properly labeled. Contractor will not mix wastes or re-use containers except when residue is same material being disposed of. All liquid wastes will be kept in containment.
When providing waste management activities for the Port, Contractor should utilize proper loading and transportation procedures to prevent spills and other incidents during shipment. Contractor will properly dispose of all wastes and maintain appropriate documentation of disposal activities.
5. Herbicide and Pesticide Use – Contractor will use chemicals properly and in the quantities specified on the product labeling or MSDS. Chemicals should not be mixed or counteract the intended effect of each chemical being used. Contractor will immediately cleanup any spills that occur, properly dispose of the material and report any incidents immediately to the Port Police Department at (361) 882- 1182.
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6. Hazardous Lamp Management – Contractor will take necessary precautions during use or handling to prevent damaging or breaking hazardous lamps.
Hazardous lamps and electrical components are to be recycled.
7. Preventative Maintenance – Contractor is required to maintain vehicles and equipment used in the port areas in good working condition. Vehicles and equipment that are leaking or dripping fluids will not be permitted on port property and if leaks or drips occur must be immediately and properly cleaned up.
8. Street Sweeper – Contractor will conduct routine preventative maintenance on street sweeping equipment utilized on PCCA projects, including checking for leaks, and will ensure employees are trained and qualified to operate their equipment. Contractor will use wet methods when conducting sweeping. Swept materials will be properly handled and disposed of. Contractor will ensure swept material does not enter into storm water ditches or filter boxes.
9. Brazing Joints – Contractor will utilize appropriate personal protective equipment and will not braze in confined spaces. All paint, solvents, and residue must be removed from the work surface prior to brazing. Contractor will utilize lead free solder and will utilize alternate connectors when possible. Contractor will conduct brazing in well ventilated areas and whenever possible, will conduct brazing under mechanical welding air cleaners.
10. Blasting and Surface Preparation – Contractor will enclose, cover, or otherwise contain all blasting activities and conduct them only when wind direction and speed help minimize impacts to surrounding areas. Reasonable precautions must be taken to prevent particulate matter from becoming airborne and from reaching the water. Abrasives and spent materials must be stored and handled in a way that prevents them from blowing offsite or creating a nuisance. Spent materials should be moved carefully to minimize dust and must be collected in appropriate containers for proper disposal by Environmental personnel. Emission control equipment must be kept in good working condition and used throughout blasting operations.
11. Paint Overspray Prevention – Contractor will prevent overspray by utilizing temporary paint booths around the structure to be painted, or hand painting when practicable. Utilize water-based coating to minimize emissions; utilize paints with no volatile organic compounds (VOCs) or minimal VOCs whenever feasible. Use high-volume, low pressure (HVLP) paint spray guns and use a proportioner on the gun when applying dual component coatings, such as epoxies and polyurethanes.
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12. Electrical Consumption - Contractor should take all steps to reduce electricity consumed when using Port utilities and plan for alternative green energy sources whenever practical.
13. Spill Prevention – Contractor should provide adequate containment for liquid products stored and used on PCCA job sites and monitor the product inventory closely through daily inspections for spills and leaks. Contractor is responsible for immediately cleanup all spills that occur. All spill cleanup materials should be picked up and properly disposed of. Drip pans are to be used to prevent leaks to the ground. Contractors vehicles and equipment should be inspected prior to bring to jobsite and each day while on jobsite to identify potential problems or leaking fluids.
14. Water Consumption – Contractor is to follow area mandated water restriction measures and employ water conservation measures wherever possible, regardless of current drought stage for the area.
1.02 CONTROL OF SIGNIFICANT ASPECT(S)
The PCCA has identified significant aspects of our operations to manage and improve the environmental impacts under the EMS program. Significant aspects are those aspects of our operations and activities that interact with the environment in some way and that PCCA has identified as having a high priority for managing. The Contractor is required to comply with the environmental management program (EMP) for the significant aspects applicable to the activities being conducted. The applicable significant aspect(s) for this project include:
A. Air emissions resulting from vehicle and equipment operation and operation of stationary engines.
B. Storm water runoff from the port area.
C. Third-party environmental performance related to dock operations.
1.03 EMP FOR AIR EMISSIONS
A. Reduce idling of vehicles, equipment and stationary engines to less than 5 minutes.
B. Utilize car-pooling to and from job sites whenever practical.
C. Keep vehicles, equipment, and stationary engines well maintained.
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D. Utilize alternative fuels that are lower emissions.
1.04 EMP FOR STORM WATER RUNOFF
A. Utilize Best Management Practices to minimize and reduce the contribution of pollutants to storm water runoff.
B. Maintain work areas to prevent trash, debris, and sediments from washing off in storm water runoff. Keep paved areas and drainage ways swept and free of debris. Properly dispose of all trash, debris, sweepings, cigarette butts, etc.
C. Environmental personnel will regularly inspect outfalls, remove built up sediments and debris. Sources of buildup will be investigated and Contractor where responsible will be required to implement controls to prevent reoccurrence.
D. Don’t rinse off or wash anything down the storm drain system.
E. Conduct maintenance, painting and blasting activities, and washing activities in contained areas and under cover whenever practical.
F. Contain all fuels, liquid products and wastes. Keep batteries under a cover to prevent exposure to rain. Conduct routine inspections to identify potential problems.
G. Utilize drip pans and containments to prevent spills.
H. Use silt fences or other controls to prevent erosion of exposed areas.
I. Clean up spills immediately and completely.
1.05 EMP FOR THIRD PARTY ENVIRONMENTAL PERFORMANCE
A. Utilize best management practices for operations being conducted.
B. Properly dispose of all trash, debris, and wastes.
C. Leaking vehicles and equipment are not permitted on Port property and will be required to be removed immediately upon discovery of a leak. Additionally, vehicle and equipment maintenance may not be performed on Port properties.
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Contractor Certification
I certify by signature below that I have received the information regarding the Port of Corpus Christi Authority’s (PCCA) Environmental Management System (EMS) and understand the requirements for compliance. Further, this certification is my agreement to comply with the PCCA EMS Program while working on a PCCA jobsite.
Contractor’s Employee’s Name Contractor’s Employee’s Signature
After all Contractors’ employees that will be working in the port have signed the certification, email a copy to PCCA Environmental at envadmin@pocca.com.
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1C
13B 12B 11B 10B 9B 8B 7B 6B 5B 4B 3B 2B
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