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Attachment 10 – Experience and Capacity Response

THE STATE MAY DETERMINE YOUR PROPOSAL NON-RESPONSIVE IF YOU DO NOT FULLY RESPOND.

The Offeror shall provide a narrative response to each section that demonstrates their understanding of the Scope of Work requirements and describes the company’s overall experience and capacity in providing the Services stated in this Solicitation. If there is a section that is not applicable to the Services required by the Scope of Work, you may mark it “N/A”.

Offeror shall provide a response either after each section or in a separate document entitled: “Attachment 10 - Experience and Capacity Response.” If a separate document is used, please clearly designate each section and double-check to ensure that each question has been answered. If any information provided is considered CONFIDENTIAL by Offeror, the information must be specifically included in the Confidential Information Designation Attachment and related documentation to be assessed for confidential treatment under A.A.C. R2-7-103.

1.0 Company Profile. The Offeror must include a narrative description of its organization. The narrative must include the following:

1.1 Date Established and ownership (public, partnership, subsidiary, etc.);

1.2 Is the Offeror a national or local company;

1.3 Address of “Main Office” (e.g. Corporate Headquarters and any satellite offices responsible for performance of proposed tasks;

1.4 Brief overview of business operations, with an emphasis on experience in regards to the Scope of Work (limit the response to this question to one page, font size 10 pt or greater);

1.5 Offeror's organizational chart relevant to the Contract, specifically identifying the key point of contact for all questions related to the submitted Offer. In addition, identify key point of contact for Task Order Offer Requests.

1.6 Full disclosure of any potential conflict of interest between the Offeror and any State employee who functions or has responsibilities in the review or approval of the undertaking or carrying out of the Contract;

1.7 A Statement of whether, in the last five (5) years, the Offeror has filed (or had filed against it) any bankruptcy or insolvency proceeding, whether voluntary or involuntary, or undergone the appointment of a receiver, trustee, or assignee for the benefit of creditors, and if so, an explanation providing relevant details and current status;

1.8 A Statement of whether there are any pending Securities Exchange Commission investigations involving the Offeror, and if such are pending or in progress, an explanation providing relevant details and an attached opinion of counsel as to whether the pending investigation(s) may impair the Offeror’s performance in a Contract under this Solicitation;

1.9 A Statement documenting all open or pending litigation initiated by Offeror or where Offeror is a defendant or party in any litigation that may have a material impact on Offeror’s ability to deliver the contracted Services;

1.10 A Statement documenting all open or pending litigation initiated by Offeror or where Offeror is a defendant or party in any litigation with a public sector client;

1.11 Full disclosure of any public sector contracts terminated for cause or convenience in the past five (5) years;

1.12 Full disclosure of any criminal or civil offense.

Offeror Response:

Date Established and Ownership Watearth, established in 2008, is an S-Corporation. This structure enables us to deliver personalized, client-focused services.

National or Local Company Watearth specializes in the Southwest region, with deep expertise spanning from California to Texas, including Arizona, ensuring our services are tailored to the unique needs of this area.

Main Office and Satellite Offices Our main office is located at 1050 Ramon Road, Ste. 1, Palm Springs, CA 92264, with satellite offices in Arizona (237 N Desert Stream Drive, Tucson, AZ ,85745) and Los Angeles (3371 Glendale Blvd, Suite 100, Los Angeles, CA 90039), all dedicated to the execution of proposed tasks.

Overview of Business Operations We're a weird mix of engineers and environmental professionals focusing on Civil Engineering, Water Resources and Environmental Projects in the Southwest Region. Everyone here is an incredible communicator, equally capable of leading and supporting projects. In this respect, we are a team-run company. I want you to know about this, because it means that everyone assigned to work on this Drinking Water Systems Contract for you will be not only technically equipped to succeed, but also socially and professionally excellent at lessening your burden as a project manager.

Organizational Chart and Key Contacts

The primary contact for offer-related queries is Jennifer J. Walker, CEO. For Task Order Offer Requests, contact Jennifer J. Walker CEO by phone 213.248.4554 or by email jwalker@watearth.com.

Conflict of Interest After review, Watearth has determined there is no conflict of interest with any State employee involved in this contract.

Bankruptcy, Litigations, Investigations, Terminations, and Criminal/Civil Offenses Watearth has not been involved in any bankruptcy or insolvency proceedings, SEC investigations, litigation impacting service delivery, public sector litigation, contract terminations, or criminal or civil offenses.

2.0 Company Experience

2.1 If Offeror is proposing to provide services for Item #3 - Capacity Development Training (technical, managerial, financial), from Table 1, on page 3, Offeror shall respond to the following question #1:

Question 1:

ADEQ offers technical, managerial and financial training through its Capacity Development program. Does your company have experience providing training, in person and/or virtual, on topics of water system operations and management? What subject matter are you offering to train on and what is the level of expertise of the proposed trainer(s)?

Offeror Response:

At Watearth, key staff members, including Jennifer J. Walker, Dr. Sinem Kilic, Mark Locke, and Lee Vella, have over 40 years experience providing both in-person and virtual training on various topics related to water system operations and management. Watearth has also conducted Community Engagement activities to educate local residents about project activities and how these projects benefit their neighborhoods and everyday lives. Additionally, Watearth has significant experience in creating Operations & Maintenance (O&M) manuals and has provided training to staff on how to effectively implement these processes.

Training Subject Matter:

Watearth can provide training in the following areas:

· Water Distribution Modeling (InfoWater): Expertise in modeling water distribution systems, utilizing InfoWater for accurate and efficient analysis.

· Lead Service Line Inventories: Proficiency in conducting comprehensive lead service line inventories, ensuring compliance with current regulations and safety standards.

· Water System Management Plans: Training covers the development and implementation of effective water system management plans, drawing on extensive experience in this field.

The Trainings can be provided by our Principal, Senior Engineers, or Senior Project Manager.

Project Experience:

Training offerings are backed by project experience, such as work on the Citywide Water Distribution System Analysis for the City of Hemet and the Lead and Copper Service Line Inventory for the City of Chino. These projects demonstrate the ability to apply expertise in practical settings, which is brought to training sessions.

“Thank you for a great presentation! I learned a lot and imagine our members did as well.” - Lauri Shahar, San Fernando Valley Bar Association.

“The variety of topics covered and class discussions enhanced by knowledge of LID.” - Meizhu Gewalt, Hamilton Associates

2.2 Project Descriptions:

For each deliverable from Table 1, on page 3, that the Offeror is proposing to provide:

Submit up to three (3) examples of your previous work as well as years of experience providing this deliverable. An example might cover more than one deliverable depending on the project. At the top of each page, include the deliverable “Item #(s)” and “Deliverable Description(s)” title from the table below. Limit each example to one (1) page. Use font size 10 pt or greater.

Each example shall include the following information:

a. Project Name;

b. Project Location (City and State);

c. Estimated Project Cost;

d. Project Begin and End Date;

e. Brief Description of the Project; and

f. Names of the project manager and key personnel that worked on the project if they are currently employed with your firm.

Offeror Response:

Project 1: (Scope Numbers: 5,16,18)

a. City of Hemet Water Distribution System Analysis;

b. Hemet, California;

c. $200,000;

d. 11/2022 – 09/2024;

e. The City of Hemet, in collaboration with Watearth, undertook a Comprehensive Water Distribution System Analysis to enhance water infrastructure management. The project involved reviewing existing data, evaluating system conditions, and conducting flow tests to validate a hydraulic model. This model encompassed well sites, storage tanks, transmission mains, and valves. Identified deficiencies were addressed cost-effectively, optimizing system performance beyond industry standards. Throughout the project, open communication and progress reports facilitated a seamless collaboration. In conclusion, this project ensured the city's water distribution system became efficient, reliable, and well-prepared for future demands. InfoWater system was used for this project

f. Jennifer J, Walker; Jeremy Liby; Carlos Quispe; Alyssa Wilson.

Project 2: (Scope Numbers: 2 ,7, 8, 11, 15, 19)

a. City of Chino Lead and Copper Rule Revisions (LCRR) Program;

b. Chino, California;

c. $110,000;

d. 07/2024 – Ongoing;

e. "The City of Chino Lead and Copper Rule Revisions (LCRR) Program aimed to create a comprehensive service line inventory for the City’s water supply system, which serves approximately 23,000 connections. This project was critical to ensuring public safety by removing harmful lead from the water system and complying with the LCRR requirements effective from December 2021. The project began with a Gap Analysis to evaluate available data and resources, including historical records and plumbing codes. A draft service line inventory using the EPA template was prepared, categorizing lines as non-lead, lead, galvanized requiring replacement, or unknown.

The Grant Applications task involved identifying and developing up to three grant funding applications for lead service line replacements. This included completing application forms and developing required budgets at a planning level, ensuring alignment with state and federal guidelines.

Public Outreach and Education was a significant component, where the team developed verification forms and scheduling guidelines for field staff to standardize interviews with water system users. A public meeting agenda and supporting outreach materials were also created to inform and engage the community about the inventory effort and lead service line replacement program.

Regular Project Team Meetings ensured consistent communication and progress tracking, with up to 12 virtual and in-person meetings to discuss project developments and obtain additional input.

The project culminated in the Lead Service Line Replacement (LSLR) Plan, which provided planning-level construction cost estimates for identified service lines, prioritized by environmental justice considerations, sensitive populations, and statistical analysis. The plan included a schedule for sampling and monitoring efforts, as well as standard operating procedures for updating the inventory. This comprehensive approach ensured that the City of Chino met regulatory compliance and set a foundation for future lead service line replacements ."

f. Jennifer J, Walker; Jeremy Liby; Carlos Quispe; Sinem Kilic; Alyssa Wilson.

Project 3: (Scope Numbers: 2 ,7, 8, 11, 15, 19)

a. City of Chino Lead and Copper Rule Revisions (LCRR) Program;

b. Chino, California;

c. $110,000;

d. 07/2024 – Ongoing;

e. The City of Chino Lead and Copper Rule Revisions (LCRR) Program aimed to create a comprehensive service line inventory for the City’s water supply system, which serves approximately 23,000 connections. This project was critical to ensuring public safety by removing harmful lead from the water system and complying with the LCRR requirements effective from December 2021. The project began with a Gap Analysis to evaluate available data and resources, including historical records and plumbing codes. A draft service line inventory using the EPA template was prepared, categorizing lines as non-lead, lead, galvanized requiring replacement, or unknown.

The Grant Applications task involved identifying and developing up to three grant funding applications for lead service line replacements. This included completing application forms and developing required budgets at a planning level, ensuring alignment with state and federal guidelines.

Public Outreach and Education was a significant component, where the team developed verification forms and scheduling guidelines for field staff to standardize interviews with water system users. A public meeting agenda and supporting outreach materials were also created to inform and engage the community about the inventory effort and lead service line replacement program.

Regular Project Team Meetings ensured consistent communication and progress tracking, with up to 12 virtual and in-person meetings to discuss project developments and obtain additional input.

The project culminated in the Lead Service Line Replacement (LSLR) Plan, which provided planning-level construction cost estimates for identified service lines, prioritized by environmental justice considerations, sensitive populations, and statistical analysis. The plan included a schedule for sampling and monitoring efforts, as well as standard operating procedures for updating the inventory. This comprehensive approach ensured that the City of Chino met regulatory compliance and set a foundation for future lead service line replacements .

f. Jennifer J, Walker; Jeremy Liby; Carlos Quispe; Sinem Kilic; Alyssa Wilson.

Project 4: (Scope Numbers: 5, 12, 13, 18, 19)

a. Cal Poly San Luis Obispo Water Resources Master Plan: Technical Studies for EIR, Water Supply Assessment, Wastewater Feasibility, and Reclaimed Water Facility Impacts Evaluation;

b. San Luis Obispo, California;

c. $140,000;

d. 06/2018 – 09/2019;

e. Performed water supply and wastewater technical studies. Addressed EIR comments. Prepared SB 610 Water Supply Assessment (WSA) for a multi-use development as part of preparation for the EIR. Performed water supply analysis, demand analysis with water use, and water supply mitigation. Performed water distribution system modeling, validating with metered data and incorporating conservation BMPs, including irrigation, fixtures, low water use vegetation, and alternative supply sources, including recycled water, groundwater, and purchased sources. Developed dry weather and wet weather wastewater flows. Estimated wastewater system capacity. Prepared technical memorandum. Performed mass balance study of wastewater reclamation facility, assessed WRF and WWRF. Evaluated impacts of 2035 development on City’s wastewater collection system and treatment capacity, including reclaimed water, and on the City's water distribution system and treatment capacity, including raw water, reclaimed water, and potable water. Performed WaterCAD and SewerCAD modeling. Evaluated treatment impacts and requirements. Evaluated changes in operation and pumping to maintain system pressures and water quality. Facilitated stakeholder involvement, which included various Cal Poly departments, the City, and the public. Included water rights support. Watearth obtained approval from the City who was not originally supportive of the Cal Poly SLO growth without a proven water and wastewater capacity by performing detailed modeling of City's system and developing alternative supply and treatment sources.

f. Jennifer J, Walker;

Project 5: (Scope Numbers: 4, 12)

a. US Forest Service Curly Pit Crush and Stockpile Survey;

b. Flagstaff, Arizona;

c. $10,000;

d. 06/2024 – 07/2024;

e. The Curly Pit Crush and Stockpile project, conducted for the US Forest Service, involved an 8.3-acre aggregate crushing and stockpiling operation within the Coconino National Forest, part of the Flagstaff Arizona Ranger District. The project aimed to support road maintenance by providing essential surveys for the operation.

The project began with a Pre-Project Topographic Survey, where the team conducted a detailed topographic survey of the designated project area. Utilizing 1-foot contours and the state plane coordinate system, the survey employed GPS for data collection, setting permanent horizontal and vertical control points. The survey documented all existing above-ground physical features within the project area. This task included an internal QA/QC review of methodology and results, with deliverables issued as a final survey map.

Following the completion of the aggregate crushing operations, a Post-Project Topographic and Stockpile Volume Survey was performed. This survey was similar in scope to the pre-project survey, focusing on documenting changes within the project area and measuring the volume of the stockpile. The same level of detail and accuracy was maintained, with GPS data collection and 1-foot contour mapping. This survey also included an internal QA/QC review and resulted in a final survey map showing all post-project features and stockpile volumes.

Deliverables for the project included final versions of both the pre-project and post-project surveys, provided in Microsoft Word and Adobe Acrobat formats. These deliverables ensured accurate documentation of the project's impact on the site, supporting compliance with the US Forest Service's requirements for road maintenance operations.

f. Jennifer J, Walker; Jeremy Liby; Brain Meade.

Project 6: (Scope Numbers: 1, 5, 6, 18, 19)

a. City of Houston Water Conservation Plan and Raw Water GIS and Model Development;

b. Houston, Texas;

c. $100,000;

d. 01/2015 – 12/2015;

e. Compiled and analyzed raw water customer data for municipal systems as large as 500K accounts and residential populations of 3M. Developed GIS database for raw water customers, raw water canals, pump stations, and key water supply facilities. Determined available water allocation. Performed field verification of raw water delivery points. Developed modeling information for hydraulic model of raw water system. Developed Water Conservation Plan. Analyzed existing utility data. Evaluated conservation BMPs for implementation cost-benefit. Included green-house gas components. Developed water conservation model. Worked with focus group convened by Mayor. Developed Drought Response Plan.

f. Jennifer J, Walker;

Project 7: (Scope Numbers: 7, 17, 18,)

a. City of Houston Water Supply and Water Rights;

b. Houston, Texas;

c. $50,000;

d. 01/2015 – 12/2015;

e. Analyzed water rights, water availability, supply, demands, and allocations. Performed various water supply services as needed related to water supply, treatment, demands, permitting, and water rights. Included Water Availability Model (WAM).

f. Jennifer J, Walker;

Project 8: (Scope Numbers: 12, 16, 18, 19)

a. Stormwater Master Plan for Hillside Development;

b. Ruidoso Downs, New Mexico;

c. $50,000;

d. 01/2014 – 01/2015;

e. Developed stormwater master plan with emphasis on Low Impact Development (LID), water quality, and water conservation features. Evaluated slope stability, sedimentation, and erosion within existing highly eroded arroyo. Developed design recommendations and details to prevent and mitigate erosion. Included rock gabions, permeable pavement, vegetated swales, bioretention, level spreaders, stream stabilization, armoring, and natural channel design. Evaluated Operations & Maintenance (O&M) requirements and cold weather issues.

f. Jennifer J, Walker;

Project 9: (Scope Numbers: 12, 16, 18, 19)

a. Stormwater Master Plan for Hillside Development;

b. Ruidoso Downs, New Mexico;

c. $50,000;

d. 01/2014 – 01/2015;

e. Developed stormwater master plan with emphasis on Low Impact Development (LID), water quality, and water conservation features. Evaluated slope stability, sedimentation, and erosion within existing highly eroded arroyo. Developed design recommendations and details to prevent and mitigate erosion. Included rock gabions, permeable pavement, vegetated swales, bioretention, level spreaders, stream stabilization, armoring, and natural channel design. Evaluated Operations & Maintenance (O&M) requirements and cold weather issues.

f. Jennifer J, Walker;

Project 10: (Scope Numbers: 4, 6, 12, 19)

a. Industrial Client San Rafael Site Design and Environmental Services;

b. Palm Springs, California;

c. $123,000;

d. 12/2020 – Ongoing;

e. Watearth as the Owner’s representative provided project management and construction management services for this confidential Design-Build project.

Watearth provided civil design including utility coordination and grading plan, from 60% to 100%, peer review of the architectural, structural, vertical integration, and MEP disciplines, and provided construction phase value engineering. Watearth worked with planning and zoning to clear the use of the property and also worked with public works and engineering to limit architectural work on the existing structure to avoid additional right-of-way dedication that would require building demolition. Watearth kept the overall project team on track by serving as owner's representative through the process in addition to directly contracting with the project owner and providing review and oversight of architectural, structural, MEP sub-consultants, and real estate acquisition through construction assistance.

Provided urban planning, parking analysis for space required, permitting related to discharge into the sanitary sewer, site design, and Phase I ESA. Also provided graphic design services for marketing materials. Watearth worked to permit pioneering technology with various department of health and other environmental permits. Construction phase issues were anticipated and avoided through thorough design and consideration of multiple impacts prior to construction. Watearth also provided site topographic surveying, and landscape design, including plant palette.

f. Jennifer J, Walker; Brian Meade; Alyssa Wilson;

Project 11: (Scope Numbers: 4, 12)

a. City of Palm Springs Design and Constructions Support Services For Employee Parking & Economy Parking Design;

b. Palm Springs, California;

c. $12,000;

d. 11/2023 – Ongoing;

e. Evaluated environmental documentation requirements in conformance with CEQA and NEPA Environmental Assessment (EA) efforts, focused on airport parking reconstruction. Engaged in stakeholder outreach. Provided scoping recommendations for a future authorization for CEQA documentation and possibly supporting technical studies. Reviewed project description to assess conditions of approval related to CEQA.

f. Jennifer J, Walker; Alyssa Wilson;

Project 12: (Scope Numbers: 4, 16, 18)

a. El Paso Flood Control Detention and Infiltration Basin Failure Expert Witness;

b. El Paso, Texas;

c. $12,000;

d. 02/2018 – 04/2018;

e. Provided third party review engineering services of a failed stormwater detention pond. The project included reviewing approved design and as-built drawings, drainage design calculations, HEC-HMS and HEC-RAS models, soils data, steep slope factors, and other similar design data provided by the client. The review entailed verifying if appropriate design factors were used such as hydrologic inputs into modeling software, verifying appropriate details used for design storms, verifying infiltration calculations of the basin/dry well, and verifying appropriate delineation of the watershed, among others. Deliverables include a technical memorandum that led to the client recovering fees. Supplied project management and technical memorandum. Provided sediment yield calculations.

Performed site reconnaissance and noted multiple extreme instances of rill erosion, undermining of structure, and erosion within the detention/infiltration basin.

Determined hydrology and hydraulics calculations and consideration of off-site drainage area were generally adequate. Determined design issues were related to multiple types of erosion and improper design to key in structural components to avoid undermining and failure.

Findings were critical in ensuring that our client was able to use sound science and factual engineering review as part of their winning litigation.

f. Jennifer J, Walker;

Project 13: (Scope Numbers: 2 ,4, 12, 14, 18, 19)

a. Los Angeles County Public Works Adventure Park Runoff and Stormwater Capture Regional Water Quality Project;

b. Whittier, California;

c. $3,200,000;

d. 03/2019 – Ongoing;

e. This Caltrans-funded regional stormwater quality project included diversions from the San Gabriel River Watershed into a 19.5ac-ft underground stormwater capture facility. Watearth managed the project and performed civil design, permitting, Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments, groundwater monitoring and geotechnical studies (field testing of soils using the double ring infiltrometer method), field identification of plants and trees, development of a Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP), erosion and sediment controls, Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Plan for the Low Impact Development (LID), bioretention LID design (featuring native and low water use plants), development of interpretive signs, and stakeholder outreach. Permits included CA DFW, USACE Section 401 and Section 404, RWQCB, LACSD, and EPIC LA LACFD and Regional Planning Diversion. Included structural plan checks of underground infrastructure and controls building.

f. Jennifer J, Walker; Jeremy Liby; Mark Locke; Brian Meade; Carlos Quispe; Sinem Kilic; Alyssa Wilson Project 14: (Scope Numbers: 12, 16, 18, 19)

a. HCID 17, Harris Precinct 4, HCFCD, and HCTRA Willow Creek Industrial Park M124 Watershed Study/Master Drainage Plan;

b. Houston, Texas;

c. $1,400,000;

d. 01/2014 – 12/2017;

e. To evaluate downstream impacts Watearth performed a watershed-wide drainage analysis for multi-phases of a 1,700-acre commercial and industrial site and surrounding watershed, including development for Harris County Flood Control District and Harris County Toll Road Authority (HCTRA). We performed Low Impact Development planning, design, HEC-HMS modeling, HEC-RAS Modeling, and SWMM modeling and analysis (vegetated swales, bioretention/biofiltration, extended detention). The project included stream restoration, channel improvements, parallel channels, regional detention, water quality, LID design drawings, plant palettes for LID features, hydrology and hydraulic modeling, and design. In addition, we managed GIS production, including watershed delineation, hydrologic parameter development, hydraulic parameter development, cutting cross-sections, HEC-HMS and HEC-RAS model pre-processing, flood plain and floodway mapping, inundation mapping of various design storm events, environmental mapping, ordinary high water mark mapping, and mapping of easements and recreational areas. This project included stream mitigation, permitting assistance, and high water mark.

f. Jennifer J, Walker;

Project 15: (Scope Numbers: 12, 18, 19)

a. Clean Water Services, Cedar Mills/North Johnson Creek Flood Mitigation;

b. Portland, Oregon;

c. $185,000;

d. 01/2008 – 01/2009;

e. Guided client to Innovyze XPSWMM 2D flow analysis to confirm planned regional detention solves targeted flooding. Managed $185,000 project and led HEC-HMS modeling and 2D flow modeling of open channels, overland flow, storm drainage system, and storage from beaver dams. Identified overflows, inadequate capacity, and structures/areas that flood in frequent rainfall events and mapped inundation levels. Analyzed multiple flood mitigation options/costs, including regional detention, flow diversion, storm sewer improvements, and changes in system operation. Included stormwater quality and environmental.

f. Jennifer J, Walker;

Project 16: (Scope Numbers: 4, 5, 12, 19)

a. California American Water, San Diego County District Strand Two-Way Pump Station Civil Design, Survey, and Environmental Approval;

b. San Diego, California;

c. $185,000;

d. 05/2024 – Ongoing;

e. The Strand Two-Way Pump Station project aimed to address deficient pumping power within the existing infrastructure footprint. This involved reusing the existing pump vault and integrating a new electrical transmission system to support a northbound pump, all while maintaining minimal visual impact on the adjacent bikeway within the Caltrans Right-of-Way.

The project began with preparing CEQA Documentation to ensure compliance with environmental regulations. This included reviewing applicable CEQA guidelines, assessing the project's eligibility for a Categorical Exemption, and preparing the necessary documentation to demonstrate that the project footprint would remain unchanged.

The Survey Phase involved conducting a site topographical survey to map the existing terrain, features, and utilities within the project area, extending up to 500 feet for the new electrical transmission. Additionally, a desktop utilities survey was performed to identify and document existing utilities, including coordination with Underground Service Alert of Southern California (811) for marking utilities.

In the PS&E (Plans, Specifications, and Estimates) Preparation phase, the team developed detailed civil designs, including plan sheets and details at various stages (conceptual, 60%, 90%, 100%, and approved final milestones). This encompassed site plans, improved vault ingress/egress safety, demolition plans, and the addition of electrical poles and footings. A brief safety plan for the bikeway was also developed, emphasizing safety for pedestrians and cyclists during and after construction. The team prepared an erosion and sediment control plan to manage soil erosion, sediment runoff, and protect nearby water bodies. A construction cost estimate was provided at the 100% milestone submission, considering relevant expenses, potential contingencies, methodology, and assumptions.

Deliverables for this project included the CEQA Categorical Exemption, site topographical survey, civil design plans, a safety plan for the bikeway, an erosion and sediment control plan, and a detailed cost estimate.

f. Jennifer J, Walker; Jeremy Liby; Brian Mead; Sinem Kilic;

Project 17: (Scope Numbers: 6, 12)

a. City of Santa Monica, BMPs O&M Manual;

b. Santa Monica, California;

c. $40,000;

d. 01/2013 – 12/2013;

e. Performed NPDES and MS4 Permitting for TMDL compliance. Developed O&M Plan for City BMPs ranging from permeable pavement and LID BMPs to manufactured BMPs. Performed site reconnaissance of BMPs. Evaluated manufactured treatment systems and custom designed wet and dry weather stormwater treatment at SMURF facility, including filtering, ultraviolet disinfection, and other measures. Included customized O&M fact sheets and inspection sheets for all BMPs maintained by the City of Santa Monica. Watearth's manual was ultimately the criteria used by the City to hire a maintenance contractor.

f. Jennifer J, Walker;

Project 18: (Scope Numbers: 12, 18, 19)

a. City of Citrus Heights, Children and Youth Community Center LID Demonstration;

b. Citrus Heights, California;

c. $40,000;

d. 05/2012– 10/2013;

e. Performed LID modeling in SWMM. Prepared O&M Plan. Developed details/specs & interpretative signage. Performed peer review of civil design. Included low-water/native vegetation. Provided grant assistance.

f. Jennifer J, Walker;

Project 19: (Scope Numbers: 3, 6, 19)

a. City of Citrus Heights, O&M Updates and Staff Training;

b. Citrus Heights, California;

c. $40,000;

d. 05/2019– 02/2021;

e. Provided O&M training to city staff, developed training materials and recorded training for future use. Developed updates to O&M inspection documents and created LID educational flyer.

f. Jennifer J, Walker; Mark Locke Project 20: (Scope Numbers: 12, 20, 19)

a. Suburban Water, Stage Road New Water Supply Well CEQA IS;

b. La Mirada, California;

c. $40,000;

d. 11/2023– 06/2024;

e. Suburban Water Stage Road New Water Supply Well CEQA Reporting (La Mirada, CA). Watearth provided CEQA services for a parcel leased by Suburban Water for the drilling and development of a proposed water supply well. Watearth evaluated the well design plans and associated construction activities and performed a CEQA Initial Study (IS) and a Negative Declaration (ND) for Division of Drinking Water (DDW) approval. Regulatory agency standard conditions of approval acted as mitigation and were incorporated as part of the proposed project; thus, no actual mitigation measures were needed. Watearth assessed the impact that the development of a water supply well would have on resources areas as defined by CEQA. Watearth prepared a CEQA Initial Study Negative Declaration (IS ND) for the proposed well consistent with Division of Drinking Water (DDW) standards. Watearth also completed a Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) technical study associated with the proposed well for incorporation into the CEQA IS ND.

f. Jennifer J, Walker; Jeremy Liby; Carlos Quispe; Alyssa Wilson; Lee Vella Project 21: (Scope Numbers: 5, 12, 18, 19)

a. City of Santa Rosa, South Santa Rosa Specific Plan Infrastructure Plan;

b. Santa Rosa, California;

c. $153,000;

d. 06/2024– Ongoing;

e. Watearth supported the City of Santa Rosa in developing the South Santa Rosa Specific Plan. This comprehensive infrastructure plan covered approximately 1900 acres, focusing on evaluating existing and proposed water and wastewater systems.

Our role included conducting a thorough site reconnaissance to observe hydrologic and hydraulic characteristics, existing utilities, and adjacent storm drains. We performed detailed evaluations of current conditions for water and wastewater systems, leveraging model outputs and GIS data provided by City staff.

Watearth prepared technical memorandums outlining the existing conditions and potential constraints, identifying areas needing infrastructure upgrades to support future growth. Our work ensured a coordinated approach with City staff, allowing for the development of informed, practical recommendations for water and wastewater system improvements.

Additionally, we developed watershed maps and performed hydrology calculations, considering stormwater management and flood mitigation. We integrated a "One Water" approach to maximize groundwater recharge, flood mitigation, and recreational use benefits. Our comprehensive planning included defining conceptual improvements and providing representative calculations to guide capital improvements.

Watearth's commitment to high-quality communication and client collaboration ensured that our recommendations were both practical and forward-thinking, contributing to the successful development of the South Santa Rosa Specific Plan."

f. Jennifer J, Walker; Jeremy Liby; Carlos Quispe; Alyssa Wilson;

Project 22: (Scope Numbers: 16, 19, 20)

a. Los Angeles Bureau of Engineering (LABOE), Zoo Vision Plan EIR Hydrology and Water Quality Technical Studies;

b. Los Angeles, California;

c. $59,000;

d. 12/2018– 08/2020;

e. "Prepared water resources and sustainability sections of the Vision Plan EIR for the Los Angeles Zoo accounting major steep slope, landslide, erosion, and liquefaction issues. Included SWMM modeling. Prepared treatment filtering exhibits. Incorporated use of recycled water. Includes NEPA/CEQA and water quality impacts to Los Angeles River. Evaluated water treatment and filtration options for exhibits, including exhibits requiring high-level of filtration for life support. Evaluated treatment of exhibit water before discharging into wastewater system. Performed water budget analysis and evaluated stormwater treatment, wastewater treatment, and wastewater reclamation at existing Hyperion Plant. Performed two-year, ten-year, and 100-year design storm event and continuous simulation modeling in EPA SWMM for hydrology and water quality. Included stormwater, animal exhibit water, excess irrigation runoff, and wastewater from the Zoo. Included centralized storage and treatment and overflow to the LA Glendale Water Reclamation Plant and discharge to the Los Angeles River. Performed water budget modeling of centralized, underground stormwater storage and use to meet all on-site irrigation demands.

Historical data such as demands, construction drawings and operational procedures proved to be incomplete and piecemeal. Watearth used a combination of historical data and estimated parameters for modeling.

This was a planning-level project that needed to capture performance for the proposed stormwater capture without knowledge of the future design. Watearth performed sensitivity modeling analysis and applied engineering judgement to quantitatively and qualitatively address CEQA water quality, water supply and hydrology impacts. "

f. Jennifer J, Walker; Mark Locke;

Project 23: (Scope Numbers: 3, 6, 18, 19)

a. West Harris County Regional Water Authority (WCHRWA), Comprehensive Groundwater Analysis of the West Harris County Surface Water Supply Tunnel, Segment B3;

b. Houston, Texas;

c. $170,000;

d. 11/2018– 08/2021;

e. Watearth led the environmental study, pumping test, and groundwater modeling for a large diameter water supply line/tunnel boring as part of the West Harris County Water Supply Tunnel, Segment B3, for Harris County, Texas. During initial field testing by the project prime engineering contractor, the hydraulic conductivity (falling/rising head test) produced unexpected results and indicated potentially high groundwater production rates. Watearth's study intended to assist the project owner and potential contractors in understanding potential groundwater conditions, including potential drawdown for dewatering near bayous and localized subsidence during dewatering activities. The investigation proceeded in three steps: a desktop study, field investigation, and complex modeling. The Desktop Study documented selecting two sites and one alternative site for a pumping test to provide project-specific groundwater production estimates for construction. In addition, the study summarized publicly available data and incorporated project-developed data created by other team members. The field investigation/pumping tests established the hydraulic properties of the groundwater system (such as transmissivity, hydraulic conductivity, and storativity) used to evaluate the performance and boundary of the groundwater aquifer. Modeling revealed an estimated rate of groundwater production during tunnel construction of approximately 28,800 to 57,600 gallons discharged for every 100 feet of tunnel construction. This rate was achieved after 14 days of continuous, uninterrupted construction and the remainder of the project. The project alignment was located within or adjacent to disadvantaged communities; consequently, the selection for the pumping test could not impact residential neighbors. We selected remote locations and used generator equipment with low noise thresholds to reduce the impact on local communities. However, the locations increased the risk of equipment theft. To mitigate theft risk, we included security options.

f. Jennifer J, Walker; Mark Locke;

Project 24: (Scope Numbers: 6, 12, 18)

a. Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) Statewide Water Conservation BMPs Modeling Tool;

b. Statewide, Texas;

c. $100,000;

d. 01/2014– 01/2015;

e. This Texas Water Development Board project utilized water demands, user classes and projected demands to create a water conservation BMP model for indoor and outdoor use. BMPs included utilizing recycled water for indoor and outdoor water use. Life-cycles, annual participation rates, incentive program costs and potential cost-benefit to public agencies were analyzed. Climate adaption and resiliency strategies were incorporated into the model. Included client training.

f. Jennifer J, Walker;

Project 25: (Scope Numbers: 6, 12, 18)

a. Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) Assessing the Cumulative Effects of Water Management Strategies on Environmental Flow Standards with a Special Case Study on Reuse;

b. Statewide, Texas;

c. $27,000;

d. 11/2020– 09/2021;

e. Provided a literature review and assessment of methodology, as well as attainment metrics for a cumulative effects study focused on water management strategies. Assessed impacts to the river basin and provided GIS mapping of strategies in the basin. Provided QA/QC of a cumulative impacts assessment tool. Provided an assessment of reuse focusing on ecological metrics. Included statistical analysis for assessing cumulative effects of strategies recommended in regional water plans in Brazos River. As part of the task, we compared regulated flows to aquatic habitat metrics. The aquatic habitat metrics were synthesized and used to show the 75th and 95th percentile of median annual flows.

f. Jennifer J, Walker; Jeremy Liby Project 26: (Scope Numbers: 1, 12, 18, 19)

a. University of Houston Conservation and LID/Landscape Master Plan;

b. Houston, Texas;

c. $50,000;

d. 01/2012– 01/2014;

e. Developed Master Plan for landscape-based water conservation and efficiency and stormwater BMPs for use within the existing campus landscape and future areas of development. Included multi-functional facilities for integrated water resources management. Included Green Infrastructure, greywater, a/c condensate, rainwater harvesting, and other alternative supply sources for irrigation. Estimated construction, O&M, and life-cycle costs.

f. Jennifer J, Walker;

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Request for Proposal

Solicitation No. BPM006379 Capacity Development/Technical Assistance to Small Public Drinking Water Systems

Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) 1110 W. Washington Street Phoenix, AZ 85007

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