4-BPM006639_KeyPersonnelBioForms.pdf

Arizona Department of Transportation RFP Solicitation No. BPM006639 for On-Call Environmental Consulting Services

Bio Forms

Sarah A. Herr, Ph.D.

Erina Gruner, Ph.D.

Brent G. Kober, M.A.S.

Meghann M. Vance, M.A.

Brent G. Kober, M.A.

Attachment 7 Key Personnel Bio

Solicitation No: BPM006639 Available online at https://app.az.gov

• The Offeror shall complete this form for each key personnel proposed.

• The Offeror shall describe relevant professional qualifications, experience and expertise for any resultant contract.

• The Offeror shall detail relevant work experience where they had a significant role that demonstrates their capability relevant to their proposed role in this contract.

• In addition, the Offeror may attach a brief resume to the Bio form outlining their qualifications, experience, and credentials. Any resume submitted is supplemental to this form and does not replace the requirement to complete the Key Personnel Bio.

Background

Name Sarah Herr Proposed Role Cultural Principal Investigator

% Time Available

Name of Firm

Desert Archaeology, Inc.

Years with Firm

Current Position with Firm President and Principal Investigator Years in Position

Professional Credentials, Education, Training, Licenses, Certifications, etc.

Ph.D., University of Arizona, 1999 M.A., University of Arizona, 1994 A.B., Byrn Mawr College, 1991

Discipline(s) proposed on: 1 2 X 3 4 5

Relevant Work Experience

1.

If proposed to work in Discipline 1 – Environmental Clearances, describe knowledge and experience. See SOW 4.1.

N/A

2.

If proposed to work in Discipline 2 – Technical Specialties, describe knowledge and experience. See SOW 4.2 et el.

1) Biological Resources; 2) Water Quality; 3) Noise Support; 4) Air Quality Support; 5) Hazardous Materials; 6) Socioeconomic Evaluations; 7) Cultural Resources; 8) Section 4(f); 9) Resilience/Sustainability; 10) General Technical Support; and 11) Environmental sampling and laboratory analysis.

SOW 4.2.7 Cultural Resources.

Dr. Herr is President and majority owner of Desert Archaeology, Inc. She has been with the company since 1995 and has been President since 2017. She has 32 years of archaeological experience in Arizona and New Mexico. Dr.

Herr specializes in the archaeology of the central and northern Greater Southwest and has worked most extensively along the Mogollon Rim of central Arizona. She also specializes in the analysis of ceramic wares from the central and northern Southwest.

3.

If proposed to work in Discipline 3 – Environmental Research & Data Collection, describe knowledge and experience. See SOW 4.3.

N/A about:blank

4.

If proposed to work in Discipline 4 – Compilation and Dissemination of Environmental Information, describe knowledge and experience. See SOW 4.4 et al.

N/A

5.

If proposed to work in Discipline 5 –Special Projects, describe knowledge and experience. See SOW 4.5 et al.

N/A

Relevant Project Experience

1.

Project Title Client Name and Location Period of Performance I-17, Anthem to Jct. SR69 Archaeological Survey.

ADOT (Subcontract to HDR) – Maricopa County 2021-present

Brief description of project, your role, and record of performance

Desert Archaeology conducted a phased data recovery in advance of the construction of a flexible lane in the median between north and southbound lanes of Interstate 17 between Anthem and SR 69. A Historic Properties Treatment Plan (HPTP) was prepared for work conducted on Arizona State Land and Bureau of Land Management Land. Phase I data recovery excavations explored 8 sites and Phase II data recovery investigations were conducted at 4 of those sites. Archaeological monitoring was recommended for areas inaccessible during the testing phase and boulder petroglyphs were identified for preservation. This project is an example of a phased data recovery plan involving multiple state and federal agencies, and complex project scheduling to ensure compliance with relevant safety standards.

Dr. Herr served as principal investigator for this project.

2.

Project Title Client Name and Location Period of Performance LSCA Assessment, Tucson, Pima County, Arizona ADOT (Prime) - Tucson 2020-present

Brief description of project, your role, and record of performance

Desert Archaeology conducted a phased data recovery in a 0.66-acre portion of AZ BB:13:497(ASM), in Tucson, Pima County, Arizona for ADOT for the L-SC-007 Assessment (LSCA) project. The canal site, AZ BB:13:642(ASM), was also investigated. The investigation was conducted prior to ADOT’s proposed land sale of undeveloped ADOT-owned parcels. The phased data recovery resulted in the recovery of prehistoric and historic resources and involved a geomorphological study.

Dr. Herr served as principal investigator for this project.

3.

FO608 Survey ADOT (Subcontract to Kimley- Horn) – Yuma 2023 - present

Brief description of project, your role, and record of performance

Desert Archaeology, as a subconsultant to Kimley-Horn, conducted a Class III cultural resources survey to support ADOT’s proposed improvements to US-95 between Milepost (MP) 38.44 and MP 43.76 with extensions beyond for Embedded Advanced Warning Signs. The project involved coordination/permitting with multiple state and federal agencies, including the Arizona State Land Department, ASM, Bureau of Land Management, Bureau of Reclamation, Department of Defense – Yuma Proving Ground, and the Wellton Mohawk Irrigation District. Following the completion of the survey it was determined that a Historic Properties Treatment Plan (HPTP) was required to address potential adverse effects to several NRHP eligible sites that could not be avoided within the APE. Desert Archaeology is currently preparing this HPTP, in addition to a Memorandum of Understanding (MOA) for consulting parties.

Young Road Survey Gila County (Subcontract to Kimley-Horn) – Gila and Coconino Counties

Brief description of project, your role, and record of performance

Desert Archaeology, as subconsultant to Kimley-Horn, conducted a Class III cultural resources survey to support Gila County’s proposed roadway paving and realignment of Forest Service Highway (FSH) 512 from Milepost 329.91 to 316.44 in Gila and Coconino Counties. FSH 512 (Young-Heber Road) is a 24-ft-wide dirt road that is being paved and realigned to allow all weather access to the newly established Veteran’s Retreat in Young, Arizona. The project involved coordination and permitting with the Tonto National Forest (TNF). The 12 previously identified archaeological sites were relocated, recorded, and reassessed. Following the completion of the survey a monitoring and discovery plan was prepared for NHRP eligible properties, which were subsequently flagged for avoidance in accordance with TNT protocols.

5.

An Archival Report on the Blaisdell Railroad Depot – AZ X:7:165(ASM) and AZ X:7:173

(ASM)

ADOT (Prime) – Yuma County 2022-2023

Brief description of project, your role, and record of performance

Desert Archaeology conducted archival research of the Blaisdell Railroad Depot – AZ X:7:165(ASM) and AZ X:7:173(ASM) to support ADOT’s proposed US95 widening project between Mileposts 31.8 and 35.6. The proposed project crossed the administrative boundary of AZ X:7:165(ASM), A National Register-eligible archaeological site, however no features or artifacts are present within the impacted portion of the site. ADOT identified archival research as the appropriate mitigation measure. Archival research focused on the layout of the historical Blaisdell Depot and the activities associated with its’ various historical structures, and the composition and demographics of the community surrounding it.

• The Offeror shall describe relevant professional qualifications, experience and expertise for any resultant contract.

• The Offeror shall detail relevant work experience where they had a significant role that demonstrates their capability relevant to their proposed role in this contract.

• In addition, the Offeror may attach a brief resume to the Bio form outlining their qualifications, experience, and credentials. Any resume submitted is supplemental to this form and does not replace the requirement to complete the Key Personnel Bio.

Background

Name Daniel Martinez Proposed Role

Environmental Coordinator / Manager

% Time Available

Name of Firm

Desert Archaeology, Inc.

Years with Firm

Current Position with Firm Environmental Coordinator / Manager Years in Position

Professional Credentials, Education, Training, Licenses, Certifications, etc.

M.A., Northern Arizona University, 2016 B.A., Colorado State University, 2008 Registered Professional Archaeologist (4159146)

Discipline(s) proposed on: 1 2 X 3 4 5

Relevant Work Experience

1.

If proposed to work in Discipline 1 – Environmental Clearances, describe knowledge and experience. See SOW 4.1.

N/A

2.

If proposed to work in Discipline 2 – Technical Specialties, describe knowledge and experience. See SOW 4.2 et

el. 1) Biological Resources; 2) Water Quality; 3) Noise Support; 4) Air Quality Support; 5) Hazardous Materials;

6) Socioeconomic Evaluations; 7) Cultural Resources; 8) Section 4(f); 9) Resilience/Sustainability; 10) General Technical Support; and 11) Environmental sampling and laboratory analysis.

SOW 4.2.7 Cultural Resources.

Mr. Martinez is one of Desert Archaeology’s environmental coordinators. He is responsible for quality control, project planning, project tracking, budgets, and schedule, in collaboration with the senior environmental coordinator / manager and principal investigator. Mr. Martinez has been involved in archaeology since 2006, including eight years of experience in the Southwest. Prior to joining Desert Archaeology in 2025, he served as field director for over 40 projects in Arizona, New Mexico, California, and Nevada managing survey, testing, and monitoring projects for a variety of federal, state, and private clients, including several New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) projects. His experience includes report preparation and developing and monitoring project budgets in collaboration with the principal investigator. As environmental coordinator / manager, Mr. Martinez works on all Desert Archaeology projects and with all team members.

If proposed to work in Discipline 3 – Environmental Research & Data Collection, describe knowledge and experience. See SOW 4.3.

If proposed to work in Discipline 4 – Compilation and Dissemination of Environmental Information, describe knowledge and experience. See SOW 4.4 et al.

N/A

5.

If proposed to work in Discipline 5 –Special Projects, describe knowledge and experience. See SOW 4.5 et al.

N/A

A Cultural Resource Inventory for the Proposed US 285 Port-of-Entry

NMDOT (Subcontract to Ecosphere Environmental) – Eddy County, NM

2023-2024

Brief description of project, your role, and record of performance

NMDOT, in cooperation with the Federal Highway Administration (FHA), proposes to build a new Port-of-Entry and Weigh-in-Motion (POE/WIM) along US 285 from the New Mexico- Texas state line at a location to be determined between Milepost (MP) 0 to MP 7 in Eddy County, New Mexico. A Class III cultural resources survey was conducted for the 50.95-acre APE, which crosses private, state, and Bureau of Land Management land requiring coordination and permitting for multiple agencies. The survey resulted in the documentation of 8 archaeological sites and 1 historic structure.

Mr. Martinez served as field director, supervising the fieldwork and report preparation.

2.

Project Title Client Name and Location Period of Performance

A Cultural Resource Inventory for the I-25 Safety and Capacity Study

NMDOT (Subcontract to Ecosphere Environmental) – Doña Ana County, NM

2022-2023

Brief description of project, your role, and record of performance

NMDOT, in cooperation with the FHA, is conducting a safety and capacity study along I-25 between Mileposts (MP) 2.8 and 8.8, located between the I-25/Lohman Avenue and I- 25/Doña Ana interchanges in the City of Las Cruces, NM. Proposed improvements associated with the study include bridge and roadway improvements to address interstate safety and design deficiencies, and design to accommodate a future six-lane roadway alignment between the I-25/Lohman Avenue and I-25/US 70 Interchanges. A Class I records search and Class III cultural resources survey were conducted for the 402-acre APE, resulting in the documentation of two historic structures.

Mr. Martinez served as field director, supervising fieldwork and report preparation.

A Cultural Resource Inventory of 548-Acres for the Former Fort Huachuca Munitions Response Site 03 – Artillery/Mortar Range, Target A

USACE (Subcontract to Bristol Environmental) – Cochise County

2020-2021

Brief description of project, your role, and record of performance

The United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is conducting a remedial action for the Former Fort Huachuca Artillery/Mortar Range, Target Area A. The remedial action involved the surface removal of unexploded ordnance (UXO) and munitions of concern (MEC), in addition to large scale vegetation removal to aid in the detection of subsurface UXO and MEC. Prior to vegetation removal a 548-acre Class III cultural resources survey was conducted, resulting in the documentation of 10 archaeological sites and 19 historic structures. Following completion of the survey, monitoring was performed during vegetation removal.

Mr. Martinez served as field director, supervising fieldwork and report preparation.

Archaeological Testing of 19 Sites for NRHP Eligibility in the HVP Area

US Army, White Sands Missile Range– Otero County, NM 2024-2025

Brief description of project, your role, and record of performance

The White Sands Missile Range, Directorate of Public Works, Environmental Division (WSMR DPW-ED) identified the need for National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) eligibility assessment for 19 previously recorded prehistoric sites. Each site was subject to a Phase I data recovery (testing) and geomorphological assessment to assess integrity and NRHP eligibility.

Mr. Martinez served as field director, supervising fieldwork and report preparation, and coordination with the subconsultant geomorphologist.

Archaeological Testing at LA 2894 in Support of the Talavera Distribution Line Project

El Paso Electric (Subcontract to WSP) – Dona Ana County, NM 2020-2021

Brief description of project, your role, and record of performance

El Paso Electric constructed a substation and distribution line on a NRHP eligible prehistoric archaeological site, LA 2984. Prior to construction a Historic Properties Treatment Plan (HTPT) was prepared and implemented to mitigate adverse effects to the site. Subsequent fieldwork resulted in the excavation of one feature, surface collection of over 400 artifacts, and geomorphological assessment. Following fieldwork, spatial analysis and raw material sourcing was conducted for all artifacts to exhaust the data potential.

Mr. Martinez served as field director, supervising the excavation of the feature, assisting with report preparation, and providing GIS/spatial analysis support for the project.

• The Offeror shall describe relevant professional qualifications, experience and expertise for any resultant contract.

• The Offeror shall detail relevant work experience where they had a significant role that demonstrates their capability relevant to their proposed role in this contract.

• In addition, the Offeror may attach a brief resume to the Bio form outlining their qualifications, experience, and credentials. Any resume submitted is supplemental to this form and does not replace the requirement to complete the Key Personnel Bio.

Background

Name J. Homer Thiel Proposed Role Archaeologist – Sr.

% Time

Available

Name of Firm

Desert Archaeology, Inc.

Years with Firm

Current Position with Firm Senior Archaeologist Years in Position

Professional Credentials, Education, Training, Licenses, Certifications, etc.

M.A., Arizona State University, 1992 A.B., University of Michigan, 1986

Discipline(s) proposed on: 1 2 X 3 4 5

Relevant Work Experience

1.

If proposed to work in Discipline 1 – Environmental Clearances, describe knowledge and experience. See SOW 4.1.

N/A

2.

If proposed to work in Discipline 2 – Technical Specialties, describe knowledge and experience. See SOW 4.2 et el.

1) Biological Resources; 2) Water Quality; 3) Noise Support; 4) Air Quality Support; 5) Hazardous Materials; 6) Socioeconomic Evaluations; 7) Cultural Resources; 8) Section 4(f); 9) Resilience/Sustainability; 10) General Technical Support; and 11) Environmental sampling and laboratory analysis.

SOW 4.2.7 Cultural Resources.

Mr. Thiel, with Desert Archaeology, Inc. since 1992, has more than 37 years of archaeological research experience, and he specializes in urban historic archaeology, family history research, bioarcheology, and artifact studies. He has explored the evolution of Tucson through archaeological survey, testing, data recovery, monitoring, and damage assessment projects in the city core. He located the walls, buildings, and trash-filled features of the Spanish-era Presidio San Agustín and the San Agustín Mission, leading to their partial reconstruction as museums.

His projects have uncovered the forgotten stories of residents, homes, and businesses from the American Territorial and American Statehood periods. He has led the identification of more than 500,000 artifacts and conducted historical research in every major library and archive in the region. He has written technical reports and magazine and journal articles while also presenting his findings to the public through lectures, videos, and blog entries (https://desert.com/blog).

If proposed to work in Discipline 3 – Environmental Research & Data Collection, describe knowledge and experience. See SOW 4.3.

N/A

4. If proposed to work in Discipline 4 – Compilation and Dissemination of Environmental Information, describe knowledge and experience. See SOW 4.4 et al.

5.

If proposed to work in Discipline 5 –Special Projects, describe knowledge and experience. See SOW 4.5 et al.

Survey.

ADOT (Subcontract to HDR) – Maricopa County 2021-present

Brief description of project, your role, and record of performance

Desert Archaeology conducted a phased data recovery in advance of the construction of a flexible lane in the median between north and southbound lanes of Interstate 17 between Anthem and SR 69. A Historic Properties Treatment Plan (HPTP) was prepared for work conducted on Arizona State Land and Bureau of Land Management Land. Phase I data recovery excavations explored 8 sites and Phase II data recovery investigations were conducted at 4 of those sites. Archaeological monitoring was recommended for areas inaccessible during the testing phase and boulder petroglyphs were identified for preservation. This project is an example of a phased data recovery plan involving multiple state and federal agencies, and complex project scheduling to ensure compliance with relevant safety standards.

Mr. Thiel served as senior archaeologist, involved in the supervision of fieldwork and report preparation.

2.

Project Title Client Name and Location Period of Performance

1929 Pima County Courthouse Monitoring and Data Recovery

Pima County Administration - Cultural Resource Program- Tucson

2020-present

Brief description of project, your role, and record of performance

Desert Archaeology conducted monitoring and data recovery work for the 1929 Pima County Courthouse renovations and January 8th Memorial in Tucson. Monitoring led to the recovery of human remains from the Presidio Cemetery and the identification of area with undisturbed archaeology. Data recovery documented the first Pima County Courthouse (built in 1868), the cesspool from the 1881 Courthouse (built in 1889), and the first City Hall and Jail (built in 1883), all lying atop a thick Presidio-era trash midden, which has yielded the largest sample of artifacts and food remains from that time period. Work required close cooperation with utility and construction companies. A video made during the project is shown at the Southern Arizona Heritage and Visitor Center.

Mr. Thiel served as senior archaeologist, involved in the supervision of fieldwork, archival research, and report preparation.

I-10/Ruthrauff Interchange ADOT (Subcontract to Kimley- Horn) – Yuma 2023 - present role, and record of performance

Desert Archaeology, as a subconsultant to EEC Environmental, conducted phased data recovery work on the Ruthrauff Road/Interstate 10 traffic interchange in Tucson. The project involved the preparation of a Historic Properties Treatment Plan (HTPT), Phase I and II data recovery, and monitoring at 5 previously documented archaeological sites. This high-profile project required complex logistics, working along an interstate in an urban setting to achieve safety and environmental compliance. The project also involved a geomorphological study.

Mr. Thiel served as senior archaeologist, involved in the supervision of fieldwork and report preparation. When a discovery was made during over excavation of the roadway, Mr. Thiel lead the ancestor recovery effort.

Gila County (Subcontract to Kimley-Horn) – Gila and Coconino Counties

Brief description of project, your role, and record of performance

Desert Archaeology, as subconsultant to Kimley-Horn, conducted a Class III cultural resources survey to support Gila County’s proposed roadway paving and realignment of Forest Service Highway (FSH) 512 from Milepost 329.91 to 316.44 in Gila and Coconino Counties. FSH 512 (Young-Heber Road) is a 24-ft-wide dirt road that is being paved and realigned to allow all weather access to the newly established Veteran’s Retreat in Young, Arizona. The project involved coordination and permitting with the Tonto National Forest (TNF). The 12 previously identified archaeological sites were relocated, recorded, and reassessed. Following the completion of the survey a monitoring and discovery plan was prepared for NHRP eligible properties, which were subsequently flagged for avoidance in accordance with TNT protocols.

Mr. Thiel served as senior archaeologist, involved in the supervision of fieldwork.

Depot – AZ X:7:165(ASM) and AZ X:7:173

(ASM)

ADOT (Prime) – Yuma County 2022-2023

Brief description of project, your role, and record of performance

Desert Archaeology conducted archival research of the Blaisdell Railroad Depot – AZ X:7:165(ASM) and AZ X:7:173(ASM) to support ADOT’s proposed US95 widening project between Mileposts 31.8 and 35.6. The proposed project crossed the administrative boundary of AZ X:7:165(ASM), A National Register-eligible archaeological site, however no features or artifacts are present within the impacted portion of the site. ADOT identified archival research as the appropriate mitigation measure. Archival research focused on the layout of the historical Blaisdell Depot and the activities associated with its’ various historical structures, and the

Mr. Thiel served as senior archaeologist, involved in archival research and report preparation.

• The Offeror shall describe relevant professional qualifications, experience and expertise for any resultant contract.

• The Offeror shall detail relevant work experience where they had a significant role that demonstrates their capability relevant to their proposed role in this contract.

• In addition, the Offeror may attach a brief resume to the Bio form outlining their qualifications, experience, and credentials. Any resume submitted is supplemental to this form and does not replace the requirement to complete the Key Personnel Bio.

Background

Name Leslie Aragon Proposed Role Archaeologist – Field Director

% Time Available

Name of Firm

Desert Archaeology, Inc.

Years with Firm

Current Position with Firm Field Director/Ceramic Analyst Years in Position

Professional Credentials, Education, Training, Licenses, Certifications, etc.

M.A., University of Arizona, 2013 B.A., Arizona State University, 2009

Discipline(s) proposed on: 1 2 X 3 4 5

Relevant Work Experience

1.

If proposed to work in Discipline 1 – Environmental Clearances, describe knowledge and experience. See SOW 4.1.

N/A

2.

If proposed to work in Discipline 2 – Technical Specialties, describe knowledge and experience. See SOW 4.2 et el.

1) Biological Resources; 2) Water Quality; 3) Noise Support; 4) Air Quality Support; 5) Hazardous Materials; 6) Socioeconomic Evaluations; 7) Cultural Resources; 8) Section 4(f); 9) Resilience/Sustainability; 10) General Technical Support; and 11) Environmental sampling and laboratory analysis.

SOW 4.2.7 Cultural Resources.

Ms. Aragon has more than 20 years of archaeological survey and excavation experience in Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, New York, and the Near East. She has been with Desert Archaeology, Inc. since 2008. During this time, Ms. Aragon has participated in the full range of activities associated with the implementation and completion of archaeological projects, including conducting background research, gathering project data, artifact analysis, fieldwork, and report preparation. Ms. Aragon has been trained in bioarchaeology and in the analysis of Hohokam ceramics.

3.

If proposed to work in Discipline 3 – Environmental Research & Data Collection, describe knowledge and

If proposed to work in Discipline 4 – Compilation and Dissemination of Environmental Information, describe knowledge and experience. See SOW 4.4 et al.

N/A

5.

If proposed to work in Discipline 5 –Special Projects, describe knowledge and experience. See SOW 4.5 et al.

N/A

Survey.

ADOT (Subcontract to HDR) – Maricopa County 2021-present

Brief description of project, your role, and record of performance

Desert Archaeology conducted a phased data recovery in advance of the construction of a flexible lane in the median between north and southbound lanes of Interstate 17 between Anthem and SR 69. A Historic Properties Treatment Plan (HPTP) was prepared for work conducted on Arizona State Land and Bureau of Land Management Land. Phase I data recovery excavations explored 8 sites and Phase II data recovery investigations were conducted at 4 of those sites. Archaeological monitoring was recommended for areas inaccessible during the testing phase and boulder petroglyphs were identified for preservation. This project is an example of a phased data recovery plan involving multiple state and federal agencies, and complex project scheduling to ensure compliance with relevant safety standards.

Ms. Aragon served as ceramic analyst for this project.

2.

Project Title Client Name and Location Period of Performance

F0599-F0565 Paulden Survey ADOT (Subcontract to Kimley- Horn) – Yavapai County 2023

Brief description of project, your role, and record of performance

Desert Archaeology, as a subconsultant to Kimley-Horn, conducted a Class III cultural resources inventory for two projects with the same project limits south of Paulden, Yavapai County, Arizona, F0599 included safety improvements along SR 89 from MP 331.00 to MP 335.60;

F0565 will include safety improvements along SR 89 from MP 335.60 to MP 336. The survey resulted in the relocation of five sites, which were subsequently flagged for avoidance.

Ms. Aragon served as field director, supervising fieldwork, developing recommendations, and preparing the report. .

A Cultural Resources Survey of 191 Acres for the Los Reales Sustainability Campus

Lizard Rock Designs, LLC (prime)

– Tucson 2022

Brief description of project, your role, and record of performance

The City of Tucson plans to develop a sustainability campus on approximately 191 acres within the city limits in the vicinity of the Los Reales Landfill in the southern Tucson Basin. Desert Archaeology conducted a Class III cultural resources survey of the APE, resulting in the documentation of 10 isolate occurrences.

Ms. Aragon served as field director, documenting the cultural resources, developing recommendations, and preparing the report.

Archaeological Monitoring of a Waterline Installation at 3410 S. 16th Avenue, Tucson

Tricon Contracting, Inc (prime) – Tucson 2021 role, and record of performance

Archaeological monitoring was conducted for the installation of water service at 3410 S. 16th Avenue in Tucson, Pima County, Arizona. The work was undertaken for Tricon Contracting, Inc., in City of Tucson right-of-way in a single location on 44th Street, north of 16th Avenue.

The construction was within the boundaries of AZ BB:13:17(ASM), a large multicomponent site with occupations that span the Early Agricultural period through the Historic era.

Ms. Aragon served as field director, supervising fieldwork and report preparation.

Edison Eastlake Community Project City of Phoenix (Prime) – Pheonix 2019-present

Brief description of project, your role, and record of performance

The City of Phoenix is planning redevelopment within the Edison-Eastlake Community funded in part with a grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. The project includes the demolition of existing housing, the construction of new housing, construction of new parks, reconfiguring existing streets, and funding for the improvement of existing structures. Desert Archaeology was contracted to develop and implement a Historic Properties Treatment Plan (HPTP) for this 340-acre project. This multi-year project resulted in phased data recovery for prehistoric and historic resources identified within the project APE.

Ms. Aragon served as a crew chief, supervising a field crew during data recovery excavations in 2021. Ms. Aragon also serves as the lead ceramic analyst, logging over 2500 hours in the lab and report preparation.

• The Offeror shall describe relevant professional qualifications, experience and expertise for any resultant contract.

• The Offeror shall detail relevant work experience where they had a significant role that demonstrates their capability relevant to their proposed role in this contract.

• In addition, the Offeror may attach a brief resume to the Bio form outlining their qualifications, experience, and credentials. Any resume submitted is supplemental to this form and does not replace the requirement to complete the Key Personnel Bio.

Background

Name Erina Gruner Proposed Role Archaeologist - Field Director % Time

Available

Name of Firm

Desert Archaeology, Inc.

Years with Firm

Current Position with Firm Field Director Years in Position

Professional Credentials, Education, Training, Licenses, Certifications, etc.

Ph.D. Binghamton University, 2019 M.A., Binghamton University, 2013 B.A., Franklin and Marshall College, 2008

Discipline(s) proposed on: 1 2 X 3 4 5

Relevant Work Experience

If proposed to work in Discipline 1 – Environmental Clearances, describe knowledge and experience. See SOW 4.1.

2.

If proposed to work in Discipline 2 – Technical Specialties, describe knowledge and experience. See SOW 4.2 et el.

1) Biological Resources; 2) Water Quality; 3) Noise Support; 4) Air Quality Support; 5) Hazardous Materials; 6) Socioeconomic Evaluations; 7) Cultural Resources; 8) Section 4(f); 9) Resilience/Sustainability; 10) General Technical Support; and 11) Environmental sampling and laboratory analysis.

SOW 4.2.7 Cultural Resources.

Dr. Gruner has more than 13 years of archaeological field experience and has been with Desert Archaeology, Inc.

since 2019. She has participated in a wide variety of survey, testing, and data recovery projects in Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, California, and Nevada, with an emphasis on southern Arizona and the Four Corners region. Dr.

Gruner has served as field director, field archaeologist, and crew chief on numerous projects that have contributed to current understanding of southern Arizona prehistory and history.

If proposed to work in Discipline 3 – Environmental Research & Data Collection, describe knowledge and experience. See SOW 4.3.

If proposed to work in Discipline 4 – Compilation and Dissemination of Environmental Information, describe knowledge and experience. See SOW 4.4 et al.

N/A

5.

If proposed to work in Discipline 5 –Special Projects, describe knowledge and experience. See SOW 4.5 et al.

N/A

Survey

ADOT (Subcontract to HDR) – Maricopa County 2021-present

Brief description of project, your role, and record of performance

Desert Archaeology conducted a phased data recovery in advance of the construction of a flexible lane in the median between north and southbound lanes of Interstate 17 between Anthem and SR 69. A Historic Properties Treatment Plan (HPTP) was prepared for work conducted on Arizona State Land and Bureau of Land Management Land. Phase I data recovery excavations explored 8 sites and Phase II data recovery investigations were conducted at 4 of those sites. Archaeological monitoring was recommended for areas inaccessible during the testing phase and boulder petroglyphs were identified for preservation. This project is an example of a phased data recovery plan involving multiple state and federal agencies, and complex project scheduling to ensure compliance with relevant safety standards.

Dr. Gruner served as a field director for phased data recovery at eight sites along I-17, involved in the supervision of fieldwork and report preparation.

2.

Project Title Client Name and Location Period of Performance LSCA Assessment ADOT (Prime) - Tucson 2020-present

Brief description of project, your role, and record of performance

Desert Archaeology conducted a phased data recovery in a 0.66-acre portion of AZ BB:13:497(ASM), in Tucson, Pima County, Arizona for ADOT for the L-SC-007 Assessment (LSCA) project. The canal site, AZ BB:13:642(ASM), was also investigated. The investigation was conducted prior to ADOT’s proposed land sale of undeveloped ADOT-owned parcels. The phased data recovery resulted in the recovery of prehistoric and historic resources and involved a geomorphological study.

Dr. Gruner served as a field director during the first phase of work. She supervised fieldwork, developed recommendations for subsequent phases, and assisted with report preparation.

I-10 Ruthrauff ADOT (Subcontract to EEC) – Tucson 2018 - present

Brief description of project, your role, and record of performance

Desert Archaeology, as a subconsultant to EEC Environmental, conducted phased data recovery work on the Ruthrauff Road/Interstate 10 traffic interchange in Tucson, AZ. The project involved the preparation of a Historic Properties Treatment Plan (HTPT), Phase I and II data recovery, and monitoring at 5 previously documented archaeological sites. This high-profile project required complex logistics, working along an interstate in an urban setting to achieve safety and environmental compliance. The project also involved a geomorphological study.

Dr. Gruner served as a field director, supervising fieldwork and is working as both an author and editor on the final report.

I-40 Broadband: CA State Line to I-17/I-40 T.I ADOT (Subcontract to Kimley- Horn) – Coconino, Mohave, and 2023-present

Yavapai Counties of project, your role, and record of performance

Desert Archaeology conducted a Class I cultural resources records review and Class III cultural resource survey along I-40 in northern Arizona between the California state line and the I-17/I 40 traffic interchange, a distance of approximately 200 miles. The project supported ADOT’s proposed ITS infrastructure improvements. Upon completion of the survey, monitoring was recommended for NRHP eligible archaeological sites and is on-going.

Dr. Gruner served as field director involved in the supervision of fieldwork.

Depot – AZ X:7:165(ASM) and AZ X:7:173

(ASM)

ADOT (Prime) – Yuma County 2022-2023

Brief description of project, your role, and record of performance

Desert Archaeology conducted archival research of the Blaisdell Railroad Depot – AZ X:7:165(ASM) and AZ X:7:173(ASM) to support ADOT’s proposed US95 widening project between Mileposts 31.8 and 35.6. The proposed project crossed the administrative boundary of AZ X:7:165(ASM), A National Register-eligible archaeological site, however no features or artifacts are present within the impacted portion of the site. ADOT identified archival research as the appropriate mitigation measure. Archival research focused on the layout of the historical Blaisdell Depot and the activities associated with its’ various historical structures, and the

Dr. Gruner served as a field director and assisted with the research for this archival project.

• The Offeror shall describe relevant professional qualifications, experience and expertise for any resultant contract.

• The Offeror shall detail relevant work experience where they had a significant role that demonstrates their capability relevant to their proposed role in this contract.

• In addition, the Offeror may attach a brief resume to the Bio form outlining their qualifications, experience, and credentials. Any resume submitted is supplemental to this form and does not replace the requirement to complete the Key Personnel Bio.

Background

Name Brent Kober Proposed Role Archaeologist – Field Director / GIS Analyst Sr.

% Time Available

Name of Firm

Desert Archaeology, Inc.

Years with Firm

Current Position with Firm Archaeologist – Field Director / GIS Analyst Sr.

Years in Position

Professional Credentials, Education, Training, Licenses, Certifications, etc.

M.A.S, Arizona State University, 2005 B.A., Arizona State University, 1999 Register of Professional Archaeologists (15870)

Discipline(s) proposed on: 1 2 X 3 4 5

Relevant Work Experience

1.

If proposed to work in Discipline 1 – Environmental Clearances, describe knowledge and experience. See SOW 4.1.

N/A

2.

If proposed to work in Discipline 2 – Technical Specialties, describe knowledge and experience. See SOW 4.2 et el.

1) Biological Resources; 2) Water Quality; 3) Noise Support; 4) Air Quality Support; 5) Hazardous Materials; 6) Socioeconomic Evaluations; 7) Cultural Resources; 8) Section 4(f); 9) Resilience/Sustainability; 10) General Technical Support; and 11) Environmental sampling and laboratory analysis.

SOW 4.2.7 Cultural Resources.

Mr. Kober has more than 27 years of experience leading and managing archaeological projects throughout the American Southwest. He has served as a Project Director or Project Manager on more than 200 projects throughout Arizona, California, New Mexico, and Texas. Since he received his master’s degree in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in 2005, he has served as a GIS manager and has directed the field data collection, mapping, and report figure production for more than 800 projects. Mr. Kober has experience mapping with total station equipment and GPS units utilizing a variety of software. He has also implemented 3D scanning, drone aerial photography, and photogrammetry on many projects.

3.

If proposed to work in Discipline 3 – Environmental Research & Data Collection, describe knowledge and

If proposed to work in Discipline 4 – Compilation and Dissemination of Environmental Information, describe knowledge and experience. See SOW 4.4 et al.

N/A

5.

If proposed to work in Discipline 5 –Special Projects, describe knowledge and experience. See SOW 4.5 et al.

N/A

Survey.

ADOT (Subcontract to HDR) – Maricopa County 2021-present

Brief description of project, your role, and record of performance

Desert Archaeology conducted a phased data recovery in advance of the construction of a flexible lane in the median between north and southbound lanes of Interstate 17 between Anthem and SR 69. A Historic Properties Treatment Plan (HPTP) was prepared for work conducted on Arizona State Land and Bureau of Land Management Land. Phase I data recovery excavations explored 8 sites and Phase II data recovery investigations were conducted at 4 of those sites. Archaeological monitoring was recommended for areas inaccessible during the testing phase and boulder petroglyphs were identified for preservation. This project is an example of a phased data recovery plan involving multiple state and federal agencies, and complex project scheduling to ensure compliance with relevant safety standards.

Mr. Kober served as senior GIS analyst on this project, providing GIS support and preparing figures for report preparation.

2.

Project Title Client Name and Location Period of Performance

I-40 Broadband: CA State Line to I-17/I-40 T.I ADOT (Subcontract to Kimley- Horn) – Coconino, Mohave, and Yavapai Counties

2023-present

Brief description of project, your role, and record of performance

Desert Archaeology conducted a Class I cultural resources records review and Class III cultural resource survey along I-40 in northern Arizona between the California state line and the I-17/I- 40 traffic interchange, a distance of approximately 200 miles. The project supported ADOT’s proposed ITS infrastructure improvements. Upon completion of the survey, monitoring was recommended for NRHP eligible archaeological sites and is on-going.

Mr. Kober served as senior GIS analyst on this project, providing GIS support and preparing figures for report preparation.

role, and record of performance

Desert Archaeology, as a subconsultant to Kimley-Horn, conducted a Class III cultural resources survey to support ADOT’s proposed improvements to US-95 between Milepost (MP) 38.44 and MP 43.76 with extensions beyond for Embedded Advanced Warning Signs. The project involved coordination/permitting with multiple state and federal agencies, including the Arizona State Land Department, ASM, Bureau of Land Management, Bureau of Reclamation, Department of Defense – Yuma Proving Ground, and the Wellton Mohawk Irrigation District. Following the completion of the survey it was determined that a Historic Properties Treatment Plan (HPTP) was required to address potential adverse effects to several NRHP eligible sites that could not be avoided within the APE. Desert Archaeology is currently preparing this HPTP, in addition to a Memorandum of Understanding (MOA) for consulting parties.

Mr. Kober served as senior GIS analyst on this project, providing GIS support and preparing figures for work plans and final reports. He is also providing information on avoidance areas.

Yuma Proving Ground Site Relocation and Assessment

U.S. Army Test and Evaluation Command (Subcontract to Environmental Assessment Services, LLC) – Yuma County

2022-present

Brief description of project, your role, and record of performance

Desert Archaeology conducted site relocation and condition assessment for 251 sites on South Cibola and Laguna Test Ranges, Yuma Proving Ground, Yuma Arizona for the U.S. Army Test and Evaluation Command. This multi-year project involved relocation, condition assessment, and NRHP eligibility assessment for previously documented prehistoric and historic resources. It also included a small survey of 612 acres.

Mr. Kober served as senior GIS analyst on this project, providing GIS support and preparing figures for report preparation. The project scope has changed during fieldwork and Mr. Kober has adeptly uploaded new data for the field crews to keep the work continuous and efficient.

F0599-F0565 Paulden Survey ADOT (Subcontract to Kimley- Horn) – Yavapai County 2023

Brief description of project, your role, and record of performance

Desert Archaeology, as a subconsultant to Kimley-Horn, conducted a Class III cultural resources inventory for two projects with the same project limits south of Paulden, Yavapai County, Arizona, F0599 included safety improvements along SR 89 from MP 331.00 to MP 335.60;

F0565 will include safety improvements along SR 89 from MP 335.60 to MP 336. The survey resulted in the relocation of five sites, which were subsequently flagged for avoidance.

Mr. Kober served as senior GIS analyst on this project, providing GIS support, preparing figures for report preparation, developing avoidance areas and flagging plan.

• The Offeror shall describe relevant professional qualifications, experience and expertise for any resultant contract.

• The Offeror shall detail relevant work experience where they had a significant role that demonstrates their capability relevant to their proposed role in this contract.

• In addition, the Offeror may attach a brief resume to the Bio form outlining their qualifications, experience, and credentials. Any resume submitted is supplemental to this form and does not replace the requirement to complete the Key Personnel Bio.

Background

Name Christopher La Roche Proposed Role Archaeologist – Field Director % Time

Available

Name of Firm

Desert Archaeology, Inc.

Years with Firm

Current Position with Firm Archaeologist – Field Director Years in Position

Professional Credentials, Education, Training, Licenses, Certifications, etc.

M.A., University of Arizona, 2024 B.A., University of Arizona, 2020

Discipline(s) proposed on: 1 2 X 3 4 5

Relevant Work Experience

1.

If proposed to work in Discipline 1 – Environmental Clearances, describe knowledge and experience. See SOW 4.1.

N/A

2.

If proposed to work in Discipline 2 – Technical Specialties, describe knowledge and experience. See SOW 4.2 et el.

1) Biological Resources; 2) Water Quality; 3) Noise Support; 4) Air Quality Support; 5) Hazardous Materials; 6) Socioeconomic Evaluations; 7) Cultural Resources; 8) Section 4(f); 9) Resilience/Sustainability; 10) General Technical Support; and 11) Environmental sampling and laboratory analysis.

SOW 4.2.7 Cultural Resources.

Mr. La Roche has more than five years of professional archaeological field and laboratory experience in the southern U.S. Southwest. He has worked on precontact sites ranging from Early Agricultural period and Hohokam sequence sites near the Tucson and Phoenix Basins to Salado roomblocks in southwestern New Mexico. He also has experience on postcontact sites, including historical road and trail remains to the remnants of past mining and logging activities. He is responsible for planning and executing survey projects and assisting in planning and executing testing and data recovery projects, and has directed serval small survey projects across southern, central, and northern Arizona since 2023.

3.

If proposed to work in Discipline 3 – Environmental Research & Data Collection, describe knowledge and experience. See SOW 4.3.

If proposed to work in Discipline 4 – Compilation and Dissemination of Environmental Information, describe knowledge and experience. See SOW 4.4 et al.

N/A

5.

If proposed to work in Discipline 5 –Special Projects, describe knowledge and experience. See SOW 4.5 et al.

N/A

A Class III Cultural Resources Survey of Warner Road from Recker Road to Power Road

Town of Gilbert/ADOT (prime) - Gilbert 2023-2024

Brief description of project, your role, and record of performance

Desert Archaeology conducted a Class III cultural resources survey to support a street improvement project on Warner Road from Recker Road to Power Road, as proposed by the Town of Gilbert, in coordination with ADOT. New rights-of-way easements (ROW), public utility easements (PUE), drainage easements (DE), and RWCD irrigation easements were required for this project. The survey of 2.59 linear miles resulted in the documentation of one late historic canal (Roosevelt Canal Laterals).

Mr. La Roche served as a field director, evaluated site eligibility and treatment, and prepared the technical report for this project.

2.

Project Title Client Name and Location Period of Performance A Class III Cultural Resources Survey of Nine Proposed HAWKS Crossings in the City of Tucson

City of Tucson/ADOT (Prime) – Tucson 2023

Brief description of project, your role, and record of performance

Desert Archaeology conducted a Class III cultural resource survey in coordination with the City of Tucson and ADOT for the proposed pedestrian High-Intensity Activated Crosswalk (HAWK) beacon crossing project at nine locations, encompassing a total 20.8 acres. The cultural resource survey resulted in the documentation of one previously recorded historic site.

Mr. La Roche served as field director, evaluated site eligibility and treatment, and prepared the technical report for this project.

Gila County (Subcontract to Kimley-Horn) – Gila and Coconino Counties role, and record of performance

Desert Archaeology, as subconsultant to Kimley-Horn, conducted a Class III cultural resources survey to support Gila County’s proposed roadway paving and realignment of Forest Service Highway (FSH) 512 from Milepost 329.91 to 316.44 in Gila and Coconino Counties. FSH 512 (Young-Heber Road) is a 24-ft-wide dirt road that is being paved and realigned to allow all weather access to the newly established Veteran’s Retreat in Young, Arizona. The project involved coordination and permitting with the Tonto National Forest (TNF). The 12 previously identified archaeological sites were relocated, recorded, and reassessed. Following the completion of the survey a monitoring and discovery plan was prepared for NHRP eligible properties, which were subsequently flagged for avoidance in accordance with TNT protocols.

Mr. La Roche served as a crew chief for this project, was the primary author of the report, and worked closely with TNF archaeologists to develop recommendations fitting the TNF’s treatment protocols.

F0599-F0565 Paulden Survey ADOT (Subcontract to Kimley- Horn) – Yavapai County 2023

Brief description of project, your role, and record of performance

Desert Archaeology, as a subconsultant to Kimley-Horn, conducted a Class III cultural resources inventory for two projects with the same project limits south of Paulden, Yavapai County, Arizona, F0599 included safety improvements along SR 89 from MP 331.00 to MP 335.60;

F0565 will include safety improvements along SR 89 from MP 335.60 to MP 336. The survey resulted in the relocation of five archaeological sites, which were subsequently flagged for avoidance.

Mr. La Roche served as a crew chief for this project and assisted in report preparation.

Assessment

U.S. Army Test and Evaluation Command (Subcontract to Environmental Assessment Services, LLC) – Yuma County

2022-present

Brief description of project, your role, and record of performance

Desert Archaeology conducted site relocation and condition assessment for 251 sites on South Cibola and Laguna Test Ranges, Yuma Proving Ground, Yuma Arizona for the U.S. Army Test and Evaluation Command.